Distasio&#x27;s On The Bay

We stopped by Giovanni's Fish Market for a quick half dozen charbroiled oysters with sriracha…read morebutter and they were absolutely amazing. The oysters were incredibly fresh and the sriracha butter gave them the perfect kick and flavor. They were so delicious and packed with flavor. Service was quick which made it a perfect stop while walking around. The view is also great which made the whole experience even better. Simple, quick, and seriously delicious. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area.

In the continued search for good clam chowder, we stopped here for one of the many meals we'll be…read morehaving this weekend. The menu is extensive but I only had one thing in mind and thus I got the CLAM CHOWDER BOWL $6.99 and HALIBUT fish and chips $24.99 plus $2 garlic fries upgrade. Sorry to say this place is as many have said, a tourist trap. The halibut batter lacked seasoning it was practically tasteless. It's freshly fried however. Fries upgrade helped the fries only. The entire basket didn't taste much like anything and the tartar didn't help. The clam chowder was very salty. And I mean, very. It barely had clams in it and didn't taste rich and mostly had big cubes of potato. It was disappointing. The lines can get very long very fast. They have a good spot with greats views or Morro Rock. Parking is free everywhere to my knowledge.

Not too long of a wait in line

Bowl Clam Chowder

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Tuna Poke Bowl

The Galley Seafood Grill & Bar

4.5(2k reviews)

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Went here on a Wednesday night after a fabulous wine tasting nearby and almost left because we…read moredidn't want fried food. We chose the Galley because we wanted steamed clams and were delighted by the choice. For a local place it was hopping! On a Wednesday. When we got there at 6pm there was a 30 minute wait. Luckily a spot at the cozy bar opened and we pounced. The bartender took our order shortly after we sat down and we didn't waste any time ordering clams. They came out quickly and were steeped in the most delicious broth, which we slopped up with soft pieces of bread. Will come back for these for sure. We were still a bit peckish so we ordered crab cakes. They were ok but we wouldn't order them again, had they been hotter may have made a difference. Next time maybe we'll get a window seat to be able to enjoy the view as well as the sumptious dinner.

Wonderful view of Morro Rock and sea life The place always…read morepeaceful, clean and comfortable Service was friendly and pleasant. Our food was excellent, served hot. This place has gotten better through the years and way very happy to return. Thank you for a wonderful meal and relaxing time

The whipped butter and warm bread are perfection and the view!

Crab Cakes ($18.50)

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Flourless Chocolate Torte ($12)

Morro Bay Lobster

4.8(60 reviews)

Great sandwich we had the Connecticut style. Never had one before but they were delicious we will…read moredefinitely be going back. Don't let the food truck scare you away. Great service and fast.

The guy who runs this shop is a cute old man who was super polite. The lobster roll was pretty big…read moreand had a lot of lobster meat. I ordered the Maine style lobster. I've actually had lobsters from Maine before so I can compare. Although this isn't as good as the lobsters in Maine, it was still pretty good! So much lobster meat. The bread was nice as toasty and buttered. Nice creamy sauce on the lobster. Service was also great and I got my order within 10 mins of ordering.

Trick and Sun N Bums coffee shop

Lobster Roll Connecticut Style (warm, with butter)

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Connecticut style lobster roll.

Tognazzini's Dockside Too

4.0(793 reviews)

0.7 mi

This is my go-to spot whenever I visit Morro Rock!…read more PROS: + Great view of the water! + Usually live music is playing when you're there. + Friendly staff + Food has been good on the multiple visits. Lots of options - seafood, tacos, sandwiches, etc + Outdoor seating and pet friendly. + Free parking lot CONS: - The hot sauce bottles need to be cleaned. They're kind of gross after multiple people have used them.

Been coming to the spot for years. Very casual outdoor restaurant with a view of Morro Rock…read more Calamari, shrimp are great! I had the halibut for dinner and it was also very good. On the weekend, there's always someone playing music Staff is always friendly and pets are welcome.

Steamed clams

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The Dutchie

4.0(1.5k reviews)

Bought food to go, everything. …read more * Plastic ware * Plenty of tarter sauce * Two orders of fish and chips, one was halibut and the other was cod * One order with chips and the other with salad * One order of a shrimp cocktail with red sauce mixed with greens and lemons Dutchie it was fantastic, so keep up that great restaurant tradition, thanks!

Dutchie was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The seafood is excellent, especially the…read morespecials of the day -- every recommendation was spot-on. I had the sea bass with a crab cake, mushrooms, and spinach, and it was absolutely delicious and perfectly prepared. The restaurant is very kid-friendly, which we truly appreciated, and the views right on the water made the entire meal even more enjoyable. A huge shout-out to Tyler, our waiter -- he was exceptional, attentive without hovering, and his recommendations did not disappoint. We had such a great experience and are already looking forward to coming back.

Inside of the restaurant

Fish and chips

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Grassy Bar Oyster Company

4.9(122 reviews)

0.6 mi

The best place ever! So fresh! Love the horseradish and other sauces they give you. Yummmmy!read more

Kind of a local secret in the best way possible, seek it out hidden under a staircase at the far…read moreend of the Embarcadero. The oysters are so fresh and some of the best in the area. I tried the green cilantro based sauce for the first time and it was delightful!

Grassy Bar Oysters

Shucking fresh oysters

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Kicker's

4.1(450 reviews)

I've never left a yelp review but this place is so good I had too! Got the lobster bisque and the…read morelobster rolls... so good blew my mind! This place is going to live rent free in my mind.

Clam chowder and lobster roll were very tasty. Our server Cathie was very accommodating and…read morefriendly. Lovely experience.

First time here

Codfish and chips

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Lobster roll with garlic Parmesan fries.

Dorn's Original Breakers Cafe

4.0(1.5k reviews)

0.3 mi

I always love to bring visitors to Dorn's. I like how it is above the Embarcadero and you can get…read morethe ocean view as well as a view of the Embarcadero. I often order the chicken caesar salad or the chicken marsala. I absolutely LOVE the sourdough that is served with the meals, please don't ever stop. I was cleaning off my phone pics and found these pics taken a couple years ago on my birthday, boy did you make me feel special!! I haven't been for a while, I think it is time for another visit soon.

Walt from Walt's Adventures and I am in a historical diner called Dorn's Breakers Cafe in Morro…read moreBay, California. This eatery has some street parking, indoor and outdoor dining with covers and heating, and a full bar. The customer service was a well oiled machine where the bottom of our glasses were hardly seen. The pancakes ordered were fluffy masterpieces, the omelettes were very good, and the scrambles fills any appetite. Clearly there is a reason why this restaurant has served patrons since 1942. This gem is highly recommended and will forever now be one of my favorites.

Back in the day

Crab and Shrimp Salad - Mixed with mayonnaise, egg, & celery stuffed in a whole tomato

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Happy. Birthday to me!!

Bayside Cafe

4.3(714 reviews)

1.3 mi

Bayside Cafe is such a convenient and solid spot if you're staying at the campground nearby. We…read moreordered the clam chowder and the avocado shrimp Caesar salad, and both were genuinely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you want after a day outside. What really made it stand out was how easy the whole experience was. We called in the order ahead of time, walked over from the state park, and everything was ready for pickup without any hassle. Super efficient and perfect for a camping trip setup when you don't want to deal with a long wait or sit-down meal. The hostess was also incredibly friendly, which made the whole interaction feel welcoming from the start. Big bonus that they're dog friendly too--always appreciated when traveling with a pup. After grabbing food, we explored the nearby trails around the bay, which honestly made the whole experience even better. We'll absolutely be back the next time we're in Morro Bay.

Our Chicken Enchiladas were dry shredded breast meat ( too chewy ) with no flavor, ( could have…read moreadded some cheese and sauce) the sauce tasted strange, not from tomatillos or mild green chillies. The beans were obviously out of a can. Food tasted institutional, no flavor. Our server was great! If this restaurant weren't surrounded by such beautiful landscape and sea, I'm sorry to say I doubt it could survive.

Inside decor

Beef dip sandwich

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Clam Chowder in a Bread Bowl

Morro Grill

4.3(278 reviews)

0.7 mi

My whole family enjoyed our dining experience at Morro Grill recently! My dog got special treatment…read moreand loved his pup patty(burger no salt). Our server, Paloma was so attentive to our 4 yr old son. He was served first thing, and not once was he overlooked or ignored. He requested to sit indoors midway through our meal, as it got cold outside on the deck and the move was done seamlessly. The server actually caught my son when he managed to tip his chair back and she did it swiftly, without making a scene and told him she's done that before, so that he wasn't embarrassed or uncomfortable. Amazing! We took our servers suggestions and loved our mushroom Swiss burger and cali fries and chicken sandwich. We had way too much food! We will definitely be visiting again.

The outlaw burger ! Everyone was super friendly & the pulled pork nachos have to be the best…read moretasting pulled pork I have ever had! Finding out it's the same owners as beach burger explains it all. Always delicious!