Food was great. Tuna app with an amazing dip, fish lunch and Baja tacos. Great food and great service and the best view.

Most restaurants close at 8pm in Morro bay and we decided on Bayside Cafe over the Galley and glad we did. There was a wait though at 630 on Saturday evening but it moved and they still sat people coming in at 745 though there was no wait. The place is very friendly and inviting. Food is fresh - clam chowder was flavorful with clams in every spoonful! The Nachos is a nice plate and just the way we like it with not a lot of fatty cheese but lots of beans and fresh tomatoes and guacamole. The seafood pasta full of seafood- shrimp scallops, salmon and a whitefish in a nice creamy sauce. And I had the scallops and mushrooms on a puff pastry and it came with fresh asparagus and broccoli and rice! Very nice dinner. read more

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If I could give this place a 4.5, I would! I was visiting Morro Bay with a friend and we chose to stop by this place because we were both craving some fish and chips and thought the price point seemed reasonable! When we got here, we were seated immediately and chose to sit indoors because of the wind outside. The view of the harbor was amazing and the lighting was so perfect (maybe because of the beautiful weather outside). We got one order of fish and chips and one order of calamari strips and chips, but subbed the chips for a cup of normal clam chowder. The food came out SO fast and was piping hot. We really enjoyed everything we tried! The clam chowder was so addicting but on the less thick side compared to others I've tried. The calamari strips were not overcooked and not overly greasy. The flavor wasn't quite what I was expecting though and for the price, wasn't as filling as I hoped it would be. The fish came in massive pieces and had a nice amount of breading, but kind of lacked flavor. I definitely needed to add salt and in addition, it was on the greasy side. The grease soaked into the fries but otherwise it was good and satisfied my fish n chips craving. After the savory food, I ordered a slice of mud pie for dessert. This was amazing and the portion size was massive. I would totally come back to try the other desserts as well since they all looked enticing when other people ordered them. The staff here were so kind, friendly, and attentive! I felt so welcomed and comfortable and they made the dining experience so worth it. I would totally come back if I was ever in the area again :) Would recommend to anyone else visiting! It's a nice quiet location with good food and great people. read more

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The food was fantastic, I have always loved their food. But unfortunately I came here with my girlfriend and happened to be the only Hispanic in the restaurant and wasn't asked for my order until people who arrived after us. They waitress was very inorganic and treated me very differently, she was very cordial to others. Again food was great, but consider other options! read more

I have never ever had a bad experience here. The food is terrific the waiters and waitresses are very genuine and kind. It's feels very nice inside like home. It's great for after you go kayaking. I would recommend getting the clam chowder or shrimp scampi. read more

Excellent fish and chips. Usually go to another restaurant but was staying close by and Yelp showed this place. Very generous helping on the three piece. read more

Bayside Cafe - Fish and Chips - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

Great casual place to eat overlooking the bay after your kayak trip. Nice variety of dishes to choose from including fresh fish offerings, sandwiches and salads. They don't take reservations so be prepared to wait especially around lunchtime. read more

4-24-26. Another enjoyable evening. Wine was cold and most enjoyable. Food was fresh and service was prompt.

Great service and an amazing view make this spot worth a visit. There can be a bit of a wait, but the staff does a good job keeping things moving and seating guests efficiently. The fish and chips were a hit with the family, but the crab cake sandwich was disappointing--it was overly mushy and lacked good flavor, and I ended up sending it back. read more

We got into Los Osos pretty late (at least by Los Osos standards) and needed to order something quick before everything closed. We decided to do Bayside Cafe as it was close by and had a wide range of food options for our semi large group takeout order. This place is right next to campgrounds for Morro Bay state park and is maybe one of the best restaurants available to a campground that I have been to. If you are camping in that area you should feel lucky that this place is available to you. Lots of seafood options but also some good healthy (or at least healthier options). One thing that I was flabbergasted by was the California Chowder. This is a clam chowder dish that has green chile mixed in with it. Truly something I have never seen before and it was actually really good. Probably the most clams I have seen in a clam chowder as well. It was packed. I ordered the fish and chips which were good but nothing special. They have some interesting herbed batter on them but it didn't really add any flavor that I could detect. The best thing I had was actually a bite of my wife's order which was the Fried Brie Salad. You are getting a sizable chunk of cheese in that salad and it was fried beautifully. The whole salad tasted really good with the fried cheese bites. We did a takeout order of about 8 people with multiple items per person and the Bayside Cafe took care of it fast. When we picked up the order they made sure we had all the right sauces and condiments we needed. Very attentive. This was a great spot especially near campgrounds. read more

Service is wonderful! They are also dog friendly and you can also get take out as well! Beef dip is very good, Taking back there California clam chowder for dinner tonight! read more

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People great. Good wonderful. Fantastic steak. Awesome clam chowder. View of ocean is wonderful ambiance. You can even sit outside for closer viewing. read more

Our family ate here for lunch. We had the clam chowder bread bowls, spinach salad and club sandwich. Everything tasted good. We especially liked the clam chowder and salad. The service was great. read more

We went here on a Wednesday at 12:30. There was parking within walking distance but if someone has issues with walking, dropping them off is probably recommended. This restaurant is located by the dock and across the street from the campground. The wait was 45 minutes so getting there early is recommended. There is seating indoors overlooking the water and outside on the patio. After being seated, we were immediately greeted and didn't wait long to order. Our food took about a half hour to arrive. I ordered the crab cake sandwich which was watery. The bun overwhelmed the dish so I ate it open faced. I have eaten here in the past and have enjoyed it. I'm not sure if they were having an off day so I'll be back hoping it will be better. read more

Bayside Cafe - Crab cake sandwich - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

I ate here twice during a 4 day stay in the nearby Morro Bay State Park Campground. Both times the service was good, quick, and friendly. I ordered the vegan burger and fries on my first visit (delicious!), and the veggie fajitas the second visit. The veggies were cooked in an asian sauce, but served Mexican style with rice and beans, which was kind of a weird flavor combo. Wouldn't get the fajitas again so long as they come with that asian sauce on the veggies. Otherwise, pleased with this cute spot in a gorgeous setting, and would definitely return. read more

Great spot for a snack or full meal. Everyone was very nice and service was excellent. Plenty of parking. Did I mention the staff are super friendly and the views are excellent. read more

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Excellent food as always. Our waiter, who looks just like the ginger from Ratatouille, was so sweet to me and my grandparents. My grandpa who is a thousand years old ordered clam strips, he has hardly any teeth left and when they came out he couldn't even bite one in half, our waiter replaced them with some fish and even bothered to listen my grandpas complaining for a minute or two. Good food will always bring people in, but family style service is what keeps life long customers. Thanks again! read more

The worst service!!!!! we run a business and thought it would be nice to go there for lunch, and handle some business-I was told I was not allowed to answer calls or talk on my phone because the conversation would disrupt other " regulars" even though the conversations around us were way louder - she even suggested like to go outside and remove myself from the restaurant to conduct business. However some disruptive little child, acting a fool was ok. The food is less than desirable overpriced, not seasoned and the manager is a joke. read more

Nice little find while camping across the street, just wish they had better hours. Opens after breakfast and closes right after lunch. We enjoyed a bowl of clam chowder and glass of local wine while looking out the windows to the bay. Looks like they have lots of yummy stuff on their menu, but we just wanted soup today. If ever in the area again, we'd come back. read more

Delicious clam chowder-not overly thick creamy, but perfect! Fish and chips tasted very fresh with hot crispy coating. Great crispy fries too. Quick service and nice marina view! Love the more peaceful location when compared with Embarcadero area. Highly recommend! read more

Bayside Cafe - 5 piece Fish and chips - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

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Here we go again tried dinner last Saturday night and my daughter and I had dinner started out with the sautéed mushrooms and wasn't thrilled they were bland and blah, she ordered crab cakes and hey had way to much cumin in the mix and the sauce they serve with it, was way to spicy for crab cakes . I ordered the burger it was just okay the meat was tough and I wish they would use bison and cooked to order because it was to tough! So any way the view is spectacular! And the service is great! read more

the host was very rude and angry. Food was good.waiters were nice and Friendly. The only thing that makes me not go there any more is the host attitude. read more

My AirBnB host recommended the Bayside Cafe when I asked for a a recommendation for a restaurant with good seafood that's popular with locals. The atmosphere is unassuming and on the casual side. They had a decent selection of wine by the glass and bottle. I enjoyed a glass of the rose and cabernet sauvignon with my meal. Food wise, I started with the Cafe salad with the french dijon dressing. The greens were fresh and the dressing was delicious and tasted as if it had been made in house. For my entree, I had the Alaskan Halibut and substituted the starch for double vegetables (broccoli). The fish wad incredibly fresh and cooked to perfection. It was one of the best pieces of fish I'd had in a very long time. I didn't have room for dessert but they had a great menu. The service was good and the severs were friendly. I'd highly recommend this restaurant to locals and tourists. read more

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Delish food and location is beautiful. Love the fresh grilled fish tostado. Friendly servers.

Great food in a beautiful ocean setting. Service and food exceptional. Would highly recommend if your out that way it won't disappoint.

The staff there hate you and you feel it. I even got a nasty look from one of the cooks as I walked by. Do not order steak. 0 seasonings, no salt or pepper. Raw green beans and undercooked fries. Just horrible. I think they take care of the locals and stick it to the rest. read more

I can't believe that it has been a year since we have been to the Bayside Cafe! It is an old favorite, and was as busy as ever on a Wednesday afternoon when we stopped by for a late lunch. Great, intimate view of the marina and the estuary from the outside patio or from indoor dining has us returning time and again. Add on the friendly service and great food and you have one of our local favorites. We parked right in front and didn't even have to put our names on the list, and were immediately shown to an outdoor patio table. The menu has only changed a little bit, and our favorites were still there, fish and chips for my husband and a Caesar salad with blackened salmon for me. I ordered a glass of Fume Blanc to go with the fish while my husband got a tasty root beer. We enjoyed the breezes and the view while we awaited our meals, which arrived promptly! Several minutes of silence ensued as we chowed down with gusto! Bold flavors and fresh fish were invigorating dining! I eyed the desert menu and found an old favorite, the Tres Leches cake, which embodies my idea of what a cake should be. Rich, creamy and so moist it borders on being a pudding with a nice tangy cream cheese frosting to accentuate the milks (leches). The cake was even bigger and better than I remembered! Be sure to check the hours before you go, because they are only open for dinner Thursday through Sunday. Bayside offers a great combination of nature and great food everyday! read more

Late review after coming here the first week of April. My bf and I were around the area for spring break and he took me to Bayside Cafe since his family frequented the place. On top of it, it was also his late grandfather's favorite cafe. So I ended up giving it a try. First off, their menu is a bit wacky but in a good way. Their clam chowder small bowl sells for $9 but their large bowl sells for $10. There's literally only a dollar difference. Go get the large bowl. My bf and I shared it and it was amazing. Like hands down I would get this again. My bf got their sandwich dip in which it seemed like he enjoyed it well enough. I got the fish and chips in which...it's good, but it could be better. Their fish was super flaky which was good. I also liked that it wasn't so doused in batter. That said, the fries are pretty bland. Kind of wish they did something to it. But all in all, it's a cute/nice view type of restaurant in Morro bay. There's a really short hiking trail right next to the restaurant too so my bf and I took in the sights and took some pictures there before lunch. read more

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My intentions were to go kayaking at a rental business next door. Silly me, I failed to check their business hours and they were closed. Luckily, there was Bayside Cafe just a few steps away! We had the option to sit at their outdoor dining area and it was perfect. California Chowder was comforting. The Fried Seafood Sampler complimented with a Sierra Nevada on tap hit me good that I had a great afternoon nap afterwards. LOL. I absolutely appreciated every single staff member I have interacted with. They were all so polite and made us feel welcomed. I walked into their establishment not dressed for the occasion and that did not phase them at all. read more

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Consistently great. A favorite place for us to eat when we drive over to Morro Bay. The Salmon Sandwich is a favorite for me.

Got a chance to eat at this cafe on Sunday morning, around 11AM, and it was pretty busy. We waited about 15 minutes for a table and got seated in a great corner outside facing the bay. Service was a little slow and our food didn't come out for probably 20 minutes, long enough to start wondering if they forgot about our meals. However it was a nice cloudy day and we didn't mind waiting too long. We ordered the california chowder in a sourdough bread bowl and the fried seafood platter. Both were so delicious, I loved how light the chowder was and the bread was perfectly chewy. The seafood platter was crispy and fresh. Overall, great food and great ambiance; not the place for those in a rush. Would definitely come again! read more

Bayside Cafe - Fried seafood platter & california chowder in sourdough bread bowl - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

Always try to make it to this restaurant by the bay when we come to Morrow Bay. Food has always been excellent, large portions and fair pricing. Staff are great and I love that you can dine outside as well. read more

Located inside morro State Park and next to pier. I thought gps was wrong. But it was right. Plenty of parking. Check in with the hostess. Nicest people. Coleslaw is definitely different with coriander. Sweet and sour but more sweet. Yellow color, so im thinking turmeric. 5 big pieces of fried cod fish. Beautiful fish. But very oily. Toilet is part of state park. This could be the campgound gem I've been looking for! Outdoor camping but restaurant eating. Kayak rental at the dock. This restaurant lets you eat inside or outside. read more

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We love the peaceful serenity of the aviary and marsh path. This restaurant ha s the best only salsa verde clam chowder in town. crab cakes are full of crab meat not fillers . We always take a walk at estuary then come so here for lunch . One of the best kept secrets in town! read more

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What a hidden not so hidden gem, prefect with our puppy. Food was off the charters, huge portions, get there early or planned to wait a bit read more

Bayside Cafe - Seafood platter and half Tri tip Sammy - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

Bayside Cafe offers a great location, our waiter was so attentive and we love the vibe of being so close to the water. We did have the first Burrito and the Coquilles St Jacque with shrimp instead of salmon. The food was served so hot which I love read more

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Food is alway GREAT and consistant along with the service. View is wonderful, inside or out on the patio.

A lovely location with a view of the bay. Although the menu is small, all of the food is well prepared read more

My family loves Bayside Café! My family has been going there for over 30 years. My grandparents used to camp in the Morro Bay State Park a lot and my parents and then would frequent Bayside Cafe all the time. Their fish and chips are amazing! That's always a go to for my family as well as the clam chowder. If you have any food allergies there are also plenty of options. They have vegan/vegetarian entrees and easy swaps to make other dishes vegan or vegetarian friendly, as well as gluten free. All their food is fresh, homemade or local, and leaves you feeling like you just had a wonderful family meal. We have always had pleasant service when we are there and feel taken care of. Anytime we're in the area we stop by Bayside and walk the esplanade after. A little piece of paradise on the Central Coast! read more

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The location is marvelous! The food is average. 15.00 for a hamburger? $1.50 to make it a cheeseburger. An additional $2.50 to make it a bacon cheeseburger. Now, do you want an avocado bacon cheeseburger? Well, add another $3.00! Just for the location? They are understaffed, because it was packed! No one was under 65 either. When I lived here, way back when, it was a quaint little place. It's not the case anymore. The hours are set to maximize regulated feeding. No relaxing here. It's just not the same. Sorry. read more

Bayside Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California