Charlie 123... Always a nice little walk along Beach avenue and the pier in White Rock but in the last 2-3 years, it's becoming another Surrey. Why not,"?!? perfect combo ; have pizza in Surrey and come to Whiterock for dessert and ice cream! (Might as well change it to BrownRock soon... not being racist so chill!) Anyways, came here a few times over the decade but can't remember how it was. Decided to try place again to refresh my memory. This place is located right on Beach Ave, steps away from the Brownrock pier... I mean Whiterock pier. It has that late 90s kind of atmosphere, old but not old kind of vibe. Anyways, here were the food I ordered; 1. Homemade clam chowder (New England style). Very nice!! Nice rich and flavourful! Remember how just my dad used to make it back in the days. 2. Calamari. It was okay, pretty average, nothing to complain or cheer about. 3. Chicken wings (salt&pepper). Small and drier than granny's toe nails. It's almost a $20 fail! 4. Chicken strips with fries. Once again, more of chicken jerkies than tenders. Dry dry dry... 5. West-coast bouillabaisse. Unfortunately, most of the seafoods were either rubbery or powdery. This is one dish takes skill and precision to master because of all the seafoods are served in a hot broth. 6. Fish and chips (wild pacific cod). Very nice! Perfectly done! A nice thin light crispy batter wrapped around a thick filet of fresh tasty juicy cod. This dish lives up to its name. This place is actually pretty big inside with an outside patio stretches from one end to the other end of the restaurant. It still has that early 90s layout and decor, very causal and right on Beach Ave and mins walk away from the pier and parking lot. The service was okay, friendly server and staffs. Nothing to complain about besides could be slightly more attentive. As for the food, some are pretty good and some were like I had better ones from PC brand in a microwaves. The chowder and fish & chips were pretty food. The rest of them would be more enjoyable for those who enjoys a nice cold beer with meat jerkies while watching Family Guy reruns. Overall, I have other places to revisit before back here again unless Charlie surfs up its quality, otherwise it will be just a 1 2 3 stars. read more

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The Clam Chowder has always been consistent. The Calamari was ok, crispy batter and decent dipping sauce but mostly tentacles. When the machines came to pay the tipping option started at 22% and went down. So 22, 20, 18, 15. Most restaurants start at 15, 18, 20, 22. read more

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it's good. We've been coming here for 26 years in a row... I don't think they've updated anything interior wise since we've been coming lol. The servers are all nice and the selection is good. Part of the challenge is that White Rock's food and bev scene has exploded over the last decade and there is a lot of great places to eat... I think in order for Charlies to continue to compete, they are going to need to either specialize or simplify and make it excellent... read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Edamame - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

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4/25/2026 came here today @ 6pm for a table of 4 and chose a patio spot, the hostess put us in the waiting list and told me wait time is 34 mins to 1hr... never received a text whatsoever been waiting for 1hr and a half till we get home still no text. Come on now Charlie I know you guys can do better... I even extend my parking just to dine in... what a disappointment . read more

Came when they first opened last weekend. The patio has great view of the pier and water. The inside is rustic but very 'busy' as there are so many unique things like chandelier, different style of chairs, different types of tables, accent lighting, etc. The fish chip was good although not the best I've had. It may look crispy but it wasn't crunch crispy. It was a little soft. Our server was pleasant but they just opened so basically it was a rush of 12-15 small groups, so she was extremely busy. read more

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We are visiting from California, close to Bodega Bay, so we do know Fish & Chips, which is what we ordered and it did not disappoint ! The fish was a fresh wild cod, we had FF and Coleslaw and all was good. We also had a top shelf blended Strawberry Margarita and a Hazy IPA. The atmosphere was cool and our view was the bay. Staff was also kind. read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Fish & Chips - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

I ate at Charlie Don't Surf in October. My guest and I had the fish and chips and calamari. Both were perfect. In November I ordered the fish and chips for take out, I live 8 minutes away. I get home unwrap my meal. Fish looked different, much heavier batter than when ordered in the restaurant in October. The ends were burnt and had no fish in them, batter greasy and heavy. 100% not the same as when I ordered in the restaurant in October. Referred a few friends to the restaurant and now I am sorry I did because it was TBH kind of gross. read more

we thought the food was quite good. we had pizza and pasta and fish and chips. this is definitely a restaurant o consider when dining out at the white rock beach front area read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Pep mushroom pizza - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

Better than expected considering the location. Clam chowder is beautifully presented and very flavorful (a bit salty) Fish n chips: huge in portion, tastes average Lime margarita: watery, a bit overpriced Service good but a bit slow ~~ 海边众多fish n chips店之一 这家算是个bar 所以关门比较晚 本以为是宰游客的那种店 但其实还行 clam chowder：鲜美 咸 很多蔬菜（其实纤维太多不太好消化） fish n chips 超大份 不会难吃 酒一般 服务一般因为妹子的注意力全在前面两桌party的客人身上叻 read more

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A great Waterfront restaurant with good Menu.I loved the outdoor dining area.Customer service was great.They have great selection of wine and cocktails . Remember to bring your id if you're planning on to have an alcoholic beverage. read more

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A group of us stopped into Charlie's for a quick drink before pressing on with our day. The day of our visit was rainy so the warmth of Charlie's was welcoming. We also sat right next to the fireplace while enjoying our sips. Charlie's offers an outdoor seating area to enjoy on warmer days. There are blankets provided at each table to ward off the chill. Nice touch Charlie. Visa and MasterCard are accepted forms of payment. Indoors is eclectic and visually stimulating. I had a Fat Tug IPA for $6.95 and my daughter had a Bellini for $8.95. Our server was friendly and efficient. Thank you Charlie's for whetting our whistle on our day of adventures. read more

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It was a blue sky sunny beautiful Saturday for sure. Came to Whiterock from the border starving like a bear! After cruising the strip we parked & settled on trying out Charlie Don't Surf, after all - 'I'm not worried!' The name is from the classic movie Apocalypse Now. Copy & past or click the following link below onto the web or rather - The Google - & scroll down to point #4. https://www-surfertoday-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.surfertoday.com/surfing/charlie-dont-surf-the-story-of-the-movie-quote-in-apocalypse-now/ It is situated centrally at a prime location on the strip, at Whiterock Beach! It is a mainstay stop for a bite & ultimate prime 180 degree views of the beach. Ordered a Bellini that was not the usual I'm used to - which was surprisingly good! It was less sugary & tasted smoother in that I didn't get that headrush combination of alcohol & sugar flooding my brain! Started with a great portion size & very delicious calamari! We shared a salmon bowl - again great portion size after having just had an amazing calamari. The fabulous San Francisco Salad was so tasty - I will have to have it again next time I come back. What did I love about this joint - lots of tables, excellent roadside/beach patio with the best views, good service & food! Lastly you get to see cool cars drive by & beautiful people walking about. read more

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The shop was 1/4 occupied only. We were there at around 1610, reception told us to finish the table within 20 mins, we are OK. As we plan to have a drink to cool down only. We gave phone number and name to receptionist, she told us to wait 5 mins for sms then we can get in. We stood there for another 15 mins under the bright sun, melted. I walked in again to check out the status. It seems the receptionist is missing. At the same time waiter told us to wait for her to come back. We waited another 10 mins and left. At the end we didn't get that SMS at all. I wanted to point out, if you don't want to serve, kindly let us know. Don't set our expectation to wait 5 mins and make us wait under sun next to the road 30 mins. Thanks. read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Entrance of the shop - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

Charlie's fish n chips has always been on my bucket list to try when I visit White Rock! Their fish n chips are SOOO amazing, the deep fried pacific cod was crispy and tasted so amazingly fresh! The staff was so nice to split the plate for the two of us too~ also loved their clam chowder, creamy and rich! You can taste the freshness of the seafood, and chopped of bites of clam inside. Their patio seating space is very very nice and spacious with the protection clear boards in between tables. We only waited around 10 mins and we went around 12:30-1:00. Charlie's World Famous Fish + Chips $19.95 House Made Clam Chowder (bowl) $9.95 read more

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Been wanting to dine here and finally was able to do it last Saturday. The weather was awesome too. We ordered Tacos, Fish and Chips and their Burgers. We loved all of it. The place was so busy and we had to wait for an hour. We complained to our server and he was very apologetic. To ensure we come back and that we had a great experience, our awesome server gave us a gift card due to the wait. We were not disappointed, albeit the wait, we will surely be back. read more

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We saw a long line at this place so we thought it must be good. Unfortunately we felt fooled.. we decided to order take out so it would be nice to eat at the beach. We ordered Charlie's famous beef burger and calamari to share. But when we went to pick up our food... nothing was ready! Had to wait an additional 15 min for them to "pack" our food. When receiving the food we were already starving ... but by the time we got to our spot to eat no utensils or napkins were found in the bag. The fries looked and tasted dark/ overcooked , patty frozen, not even a handmade burger.... such disappointment and the Calamari was so tiny for the price... we felt so cheated Really wish it wasn't this upsetting but it was. read more

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We've been here a few times now and the food is always amazing. The fish n chips are great, and the service was amazing. Definitely one of our favourite spots in White Rock! Would heavily recommend checking this place out! read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

Even though I didn't get to eat anything from the menu except flat bread n nachos I would still give 4 stars . It's because of extra polite n courteous servers, warm n cozy interior, nice ambience n clean washrooms . I just loved the rustic interior n live fireplace . Cocktails were also good but not strong enough to hit . Even though I got extra rum added. I guess it did good job in keeping me warm then tipping me . I am definitely going again to taste the collection of sea food that they have. I read the menu which was full of variety of food options with some options for vegetarians. It was busy from 11 to 3 n I am pretty sure it gets packed for dinner time too. read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

We came here on a busy night and were told it would be a 20 minute wait. Ended up being able to be seated much sooner. The patio was open and it was a nice and lively night. Ceasers were tasty and spicy good, 5 out of 5 Nachos were a 3 out of 5 as there were gobs of cheese all in one place.. and not evenly dispersed. Jalapeños were pickled and not flavourful or hot. Mediterranean quesadillas (vegetarian) 4 out of 5 Nice plate to share with someone. They are packed full which is nice but can also fall apart quite easily. Waitress was pleasant and acknowledged that we were waiting to order our drinks. She came during our meal and asked if we needed anything. She was also very friendly and a happy person. We were happy with the level of service here and didn't feel ignored. We'd like to come back another night and try something else. read more

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Incredible food and drinks. Friendly staff. Beautiful location. Just a fantastic place to go. We travel from Burnaby to white rock regularly to eat here! read more

More like "Charlie can't cook!" Boring, ordinary and tasteless sums it up. Wanted to support a local restaurant, but this was a wrong call on the food. Too bad the best real estate with an amazing view of WR beach is wasted... I had the fish tacos, pass - no fish just crust. My wife had a burger and very cheap meat patty, just a dressed up bun... Sorry, bad experience.... read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Fish Tacos at Charlie can't cook... - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

Tasteless food! Don't go! The fish and chips was absolutely tasteless, the hot pot fisherman's was even worse ! Really bad! And the waitresses were very cold! Not that much of welcoming and warmth. All they care was getting high number of customers not the customers themselves. You would feel ignored! Urghhh. read more

So much fun! Waterfront view, beachy crowd and comfort food; what more do you want! Grace was great. She was fun and funny and just what you would expect at a touristy beach front place. Awesome atmosphere, even better staff. A, "must do", when in white Rock. read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Patio seating is the best - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

Really good grilled halibut burger and their cod tacos are great too! I really enjoyed the burger a lot and they had good iced tea as well lol! The customer service when we entered we were ignored for about 10 minutes before being helped to a table but it was busy so it's okay read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Both our meals we split the taco and burger - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

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This restaurant might have one of the best locations in White Rock! Love sitting right by the windows or on the Patio! The view is just amazing. Time it right and you can sit with a glass of wine on the patio as the sun sets! Great place to people watch as there's always people walking on the sidewalk right in front of the patio! I really love the huge photographs on the one wall of the old Sand Castle Contest that they used to hold in White Rock! The city of White Rock should totally bring back the Sand Castle Contest! The best thing on the menu are the Tacos! The chipotle mayo and the spicy tamarind sauce give it a great kick! Fresh onions and cilantro too...mmm so good! We have come for my daughters birthday a couple years in a row...we drove by today and she was saying how she loves that new tradition! read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

SAW 7 MICE RUNNING ALL OVER PATIO DECK!! Wish I could give this place 0 stars. The mice were all over the restaurant and staff knew about it. We let our witness know how disgusting it was. All she said was "that happens in the summer." They know it is an issue and continue to let it happen. Food wasn't anything special. All the waitress did was take 20% off the bill. Absolutely disgusting and should be reported to for health violation!!!!! read more

This longtime restaurant in White Rock, is definitely part of the community, with great, consistently good food and a nice location, an outdoor patio too. My most recent experience was the food I picked out for the charity event, Christmas on the Peninsula. Yes, this events food was in December but I tell the story over and over that the chicken combination was simply the best. Months later, I keep thinking how outstanding this restaurant really is read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Interesting décor Charlie Don't Surf White Rock. - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

Great views of the water but the food is just alright. I've been here many times before due tacos, pizza and burgers. All were quite delicious. I highly recommend sitting outside on the patio during sunset for the best views of the beach. We arrived just before sunset and sat inside this time as it was a bit chilly outside. The don't have very many vegetarian options. The flatbread was very bitter. My brother ordered the pouting but the fries were very dry and he said they tasted like cardboard. I ordered the fish and chips as I've never tried then here before and considering we were on the beach, I thought it would be awesome. However, I was quite disappointed. The fries were delicious but the fish itself was WAAYY to greasy. They could've done a better job taking out the excess oil as I was unable to finish both pieces. I won't order this again unless the fish is cooked properly. The service was great and our server was friendly and accommodating to our needs. read more

Charlie Don't Surf - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

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There are so many good restaurant around rock beach. I decided to try them all one by one. Last weekend, we went Charlie Don't Surf because there are big screens so my sister can watch ball game. It's a pretty bright and open restaurant that you can enjoy sunshine and scent of the ocean. For me, it's good to take pictures for food as I like taking pictures for everything. Food is pretty good but too bad they don't have raw oysters for brunch. I like the Ahi Tuna Chop Chop Pokee the most. Raw chopped tune mixed with pineapple tastes a little bit sweet and very fresh. I love it. read more

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Terrible food. Service is meh. Don't recommend this place at all. We were there over the weekend and ordered the chicken pizza because our server recommended it. The pizza was completely soggy and wet underneath, It was gross. We did show the server our pizza and she pretty much had nothing to say. Won't be back here, that's for sure. read more

Charlie Don't Surf - The soggy pizza we were given. - Seafood Near Me - White Rock, British Columbia

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What a great place!!!! We sat at the bar and ordered a Ceasar wow that was awesome loaded with celery so crisp fresh, beans, pickled onion, hot pepper and a huge olive was so good!!! The bartender was GREAT...... The decor was funky, every table packed and tons of staff. The amount of food that came out of the kitchen was incredible and you will want to try every dish..... Mmmmmmm the fish and chips looked to die for and we wanted to try them but the portions are massive and we were full. Food is amazing we had the flat bread BY FAR BEST WE HAVE EVER HAD! And we ordered the dry ribs wow huge portion 9$ and amazing flavor the bartender even offered hot sauce we said we would love it and he brought us 2 different kinds.... Over and above service!!! Give this place a try you will NOT be disappointed! We will be back that's for sure.... We went a cpl years ago and had pizza and I remember that was to die for!!!!! The owner prim (think that was his name) is GREAT such awesome service and great person to talk to.... Thx for those AWESOME chips can't wait to see them on the menu!!! Keep up the awesome work guys! You've got it all right! Wish you were our local but we will do the drive or boat to come again very soon!!!!!!!!! read more

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Decent food and service, with a funky and loud environment. Fish tacos are fresh and delicious but the menu is a little bit pricey. If you're looking for a place with good food that will stuff you instantly, this is the place. read more

Order Fish & chips over charge us. It was a promotion dish $16.95 + gravy n slaw add $3.95(big sign outside the restaurant). The bill charge me $29.85. What is this????? Will never eat in white rock any restaurants . People told me all restaurants in White Rock overcharge customers. This is true.‍‍‍. Only pay back $5.00 read more

Nice staff food came fast but we were disappointed with the 5 prawns in the firecracker prawn appy ($20.00) seemed a little meager for the price. Tasted fine though. Calamari was ok but have had better as others have said. read more

We ordered fish in hot pot and west coast bouillabaisse, and these two dishes were fabulously delicious. The windows can be totally opened and the sea was just in front of you. You can smell the sea and enjoy the products from the sea. read more

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We ordered the cod fish and chips were only mediocre it didn't stand out, there was too much batter and the fish didn't taste fresh. Friend ordered the fish Taco and they said they would recommend it, it's looks like a nice and refreshing dish with allot of veggies. read more

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Went there for the first time. I ordered a salmon meal (almost $30) and was expecting it to be moist and fresh rice. What I got was a bit dry fish, and sticky, dry old re-heated rice. The waitress never came back for about 20 min and by then I had already eaten almost all of my salmon. She offered to bring me some potatoes instead. Well those took another half an hour. All they did to compensate was deduct $8 off the bill. Also another guest at our table ordered nachos which arrived cold. I don't think the servers should expect good tips if they can't ensure the food comes out hot. If Skip the Dishes can bring hot food after driving with it, so should a restaurant! I also forgot to mention, no one asked if we wanted any other drinks, or desserts. read more

Service was terrible. I got the tacos which said it would come with lots of guacamole and it didn't have any. My friend ordered. Quesadillas without olives and it was way too cheesy plus they did not take out the olives. I'm giving it 2 stars because the salad was delicious! read more

Never go here. Food is frozen crap, under portioned and overpriced not to mention rude staff. You'd be better off heating up 2 burritos in the microwave. read more

Okay food and bad drinks. A server who could not keep up with a busy restaurant. Our drinks took 45 mins to get to our table and by then, it had melted as seen on the photos. My fish and chips looked like it had been cooked in old oil and had been sitting in the kitchen for awhile. The dish was edible otherwise. But for the price, please head over to Moby Dick or any other fish and chip restaurant along the street. Overall, super slow service. The view is nice and that was about it. read more

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