They have Deathbed Tacos!!! It is pretty hard for me to go anywhere except Flying Fish when I'm in HMB. Their scallop tacos are a deathbed meal for me, and I love their ahi poke. The restaurant itself is big, and the sections are spread out so you can get forgotten about at times, which I honestly prefer. I understand why other divas in the reviews may not be able to hang with the laid-back service style. Come here if you want impeccable, fresh seafood after a long day at the beach, not if you're on a time budget and need to grab something quick. If you like an unpretentious place that lets the food speak for itself, check it out! read more

Unfortunately, this place is going downhill. I would skip happy hour since the posted times and prices were not honored during our visit. On my last trip, a patron at the bar left without paying his tab. He was not part of our party and we had no interaction with him. When we received our bill, there were extra drinks and entrées added. The bartender told us that since someone left, someone needs to pay. Check your bill carefully before handing over your credit card. read more

A hidden gem for Fresh Seafood lovers. Flying Fish Grill in Half Moon Bay has become my go-to spot whenever I'm craving truly fresh seafood. The salmon here is absolutely outstanding-you can taste the difference that fresh and notable Chef makes. It's cooked to perfection with a beautifully seared exterior and tender, flaky interior that practically melts in your mouth. The sizing portion is also large to make it worthy of your drive. What really sets this restaurant apart is the commitment to healthy, flavorful cuisine. Everything tastes clean and fresh, with ingredients that clearly haven't been sitting around. The menu offers plenty of options for health-conscious diners without sacrificing any of the delicious flavors you'd expect from a coastal seafood restaurant. A high thank you to Bobby who was our server and was able to orchestrate both the salmon and clam chowder with the Chef to perfection. The atmosphere is casual Hawaii-an-esque and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed dinner after exploring the coast. The staff, such as Bobby is knowledgeable and friendly, always happy to make recommendations or explain the daily catch. Even the chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream was super delicious. Please note all of the fish is caught nearby in the Ocean and not shipped frozen in a boat or plane. If you're in Half Moon Bay and looking for exceptional seafood that's both delicious and good for you, Flying Fish Grill is an absolute must-visit. The salmon alone is worth the trip, but you really can't go wrong with anything on their menu. read more

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Nice seafood restaurant with Hawaii style decor inside. Tried a crab melt with salad, cup of clam chowder and salmon tostada salad. Everything was excellent! They use an electronic tablet for payment donuts paperless. Great restaurant choice just at the end of the downtown. They have a parking lot in the back. read more

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Excellent restaurant with a truly friendly staff. If you aren't a local, you will feel like one after you leave. Try the salmon BLT and the crabby cheesy garlic for a real treat! Worth a trip to HMB! read more

Came back here and it's still good- not great but I left content. Service is average and restaurant has a lot of dining areas as I wandered and was lost. Good enough for a meal leaving HMB that is not as crowded and all the others spots...hmm maybe this is a hidden gem?? read more

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The service here was quite slow. It took a while to get seated and to catch the attention of a waiter to place our order, but that seemed to be due to being understaffed rather than poor service. So, it's not ideal if you're in a hurry or on the go. We ordered the shrimp carbonara and the mahi mahi taco plate with rice and beans. The taco plate was a good value at $20 - filling, though a little on the bland side. The carbonara, on the other hand, was excellent - super creamy and delicious, and I'd definitely order it again. Overall, it's not a bad spot if you're in Half Moon Bay and hungry. read more

Flying Fish & Grill - 2 mahi mahi taco plate w rice + beans - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

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The fish and chips was really good! The batter is not overly heavy or greasy, so you get the flaky fish experience, along with a satisfying outer crispiness. I wish the portions were a little bit larger, but other than that, it's a very satisfying plate of food. I also tried the coleslaw, which was very good. Just the right amount of slaw crispness, and tang, without being too sweet. The jalapeño margarita was also very good. It had a little bit of a bite to it, but just enough to make it enjoyable and refreshing. Service was good. Seemed like the restaurant might be a little understaffed, but the servers are definitely working hard to make sure the experience is good for everyone. Atmosphere is cozy, and has a bit of a tiki bar feel to it. I will definitely be back, the next time I'm in HMB! read more

Was looking for lunch recommendations from ChatGPT and this restaurant came up on top for its seafood tacos and fish & chips (apparently rated #9 best in America by The Daily Meal). We started with the clam chowder, which was decent. Then moved onto crab melt sandwich was perfectly crisp, but didn't wow us. We opted for 3 tacos solo ($7.50 each) to save $3 since we didn't need the extra rice, beans, fries, or salad: Cod taco - uses the same fish as the fish & chips, so it felt redundant. Mahi Mahi taco - two generous pieces of grilled fish with mango salsa; tasty but not memorable. Coconut shrimp taco - two shrimp with mango salsa; nicely crisp but could have used a squeeze of lemon for extra zing. Finally, the fish & chips were indeed the highlight but the portion was tiny, leaving us a little underwhelmed. We skipped the recommended homemade devil's slide expresso pie and key lime pie since we brought our own birthday cake but since the restaurant charges a $2 per-person cake-cutting fee, we decided to have it at the beach instead. Nothing stood out enough to make it worth going out of your way. read more

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Such a cute spot right off the 92 before you hit the main road of half moon bay. The staff was attentive, sweet and courteous. They gave off mom & pop vibes which was so charming and refreshing! The food was delicious. Is it weird that the coleslaw was absolutely amazing?! It had pineapple and was delicious. All the food was fresh, not oily or soggy. The outdoor dining area was very cute with shady and sunny spots. They were pup-friendly too! Definitely recommend coming here away from the crowds at Sam's Chowder House when I want a nice quality meal in Half Moon Bay. read more

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My family and I came here after an afternoon at Harley Farms. We hadn't eaten all day and were starving! We were seated very quickly. Our server was also very quick to take our order! The crab cheesy garlic bread was my favorite! Perfect amount of grab and delicious garlic flavor! I could have eaten a whole one by myself. The calamari is also very good! I really enjoyed their dipping sauce. I got the Jeaux Special. I would ask for less sauce next time as the food was drowning in it. But all the seafood was cooked very well! And it came with three good size scallops (my favorite) along with some fish, calamari, and shrimp. My husband and mom enjoyed their burger and crab melt. The clam chowder is also a must! We each got a bowl to start. It's the perfect mixture of creamy and brothy. Not too heavy at all! And a good amount of potato and clam! We will definitely be returning. read more

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Had lunch @ Flying Fish & Grill on a recent daycation. We got there at 11:30 and were the only diners in the restaurant. Service was good, though I would have thought they'd be more attentive since the place was literally empty except for us (party of 2). I had the fish sandwich; my husband got the clam chowder bowl. I'd say his chowder was marginally better than the fish sandwich, but both were tasty. I appreciate that the ciabatti roll was toasted, but felt it could have done with more carmelized onions (I think there were 6 small pieces). I got the tartar sauce on the side, but my fish and bread still fell apart quickly and I ended up eating the pieces with a fork. The tartar sauce was yummy; they used copious amounts of dill and there was no pickle relish in evidence. I don't normally eat cole slaw, but I'm not a thick french fry girl, so it seemed like the better option. It was surprisingly delicious; I loved the addition of dried cranberries. I don't get to HMB often, but would eat here again if I'm in the neighborhood. I probably wouldn't make a special trip to dine here, though. read more

Flying Fish & Grill - Fish sandwich with coleslaw. - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

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Cute dog-friendly patio in the back as well as a pup menu Food was a solid 3 stars, nothing too outstanding but it was satisfying. Portions were huge! I took home plenty of leftovers. Service is quick and very attentive! Recommend to those driving thru the area and in search of a quick seafood bite. read more

My husband and I came in for dinner and tried a few different items. To start, we ordered the crab cakes, there was a decent amount of crab in them, and the flavor was okay, nothing too memorable. We also got the coconut fried shrimp, which were actually pretty good, but $15 for 5 shrimp felt a bit steep. For mains, I had the fish and chips. The fish wasn't as crispy as I would have liked and could've used more seasoning, just a bit bland overall. My husband had the fried calamari with fries, and the calamari actually had a better crisp than my fish did, so that was a plus. Service was fine. Overall, the food was okay, but for the price, we were hoping for a bit more flavor and consistency. read more

Saw the amazing reviews and menu stated ranked #9 in USA for fish & chips... I had to verify this. The meals are very filling and shareable. The salmon blt is delicious if you are a fan of salmon as it is strong in taste. Chicken sandwich delicious we got the bbq on the side. Fish and chips were amazing , flakey and tasty. Dip the tartar sauce. Yummo read more

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The best coleslaw, it had cranberry sprinkled on top, crunchy cabbage, slivers of apple. Dressing was not overwhelming. I had fish and chips. I was given a choice to have both coleslaw and French fries. Woohoo. French fries were thick, crunchy outside and soft inside.Really good. Fish was meaty and coating batter was thin. I also had a choice of 2 pieces or 3. My stomach was on empty so 3 it was. Plus tip, total $29. 3% fee for using credit card. Had it to-go but stomach needed to be fed so I ate outside in the sun at the entrance, it's pretty dark inside with a full bar. It's a big place inside. Pretty extensive menu. read more

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The star is for the food. 2pm on a Sunday. Not busy. The host is literally running around. Trying to seat people, clean tables, serving waters, etc. I ordered a house white wine, cup of clam chowder, and the crab melt with fries (with a side of ranch). The wine was cold, but not worth $9. The cup of chowder was delivered by a kind gentleman that was also bussing tables. I noticed that he was the king of delivering all the chowders. A family of 8 sat down behind me. As I ate my chowder. The entire family ate and left before I got my meal. Got my crab melt, salad and a side of ranch. What? I ate a few bites of the melt. Waited to be checked on. I got up and got my own Togo boxes. The water glass sweat down the table into my lap. The machine to pay was placed in the water. The plastic bag I needed was also placed in the water. I came home and ate the salad. The salad had: arugula, bell peppers, tomatoes, pickled onions and some dried out cucumber. The vinaigrette made this salad amazing! Loved the variety of vegetables. The crab melt was great. The tomato was 100% fresh. No soggy bread. I have none eaten the rest today for lunch. The mix was a bit heavy on celery, but still enjoyed it. read more

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Stopped in for lunch on my way out of town. - The cheesy garlic bread topped with crab meat was AWESOME. You must start with this. Winner for sure. - Clam chowder was thin and needed a lot of salt and pepper to taste. I had clam chowder at 3 different restaurants while in town for this visit and this one took last place. - My crab melt was ooey gooey delicious as were my fries. Great sandwich and crispy fries. During my lunch, the restaurant was short staffed so service was slow, although our server was super personable and friendly despite being the only server in the restaurant. We weren't in a hurry otherwise would have been read more

Efficient service, good food. We went on a weekday during lunch so it wasn't busy at all. Between 2 people, we shared the crabby cheesy garlic bread, the fish n chips, and the salmon BLT. Unpopular opinion since everyone raves about it, but I actually thought the crabby cheesy garlic bread was something I could've skipped. It wasn't bad--it was topped with a good portion of crab and tasted very fresh, but I guess I imagine buttery, cheesy decadence when I think of garlic bread and this was too light in flavor for me. I probably would've enjoyed the plain cheesy garlic bread more. The fish n chips were nicely battered and crispy, and the batter didn't come off the entire piece of fish with the first bite (a pet peeve with anything battered and fried). I also liked the thick-cut fries. The salmon BLT was my favorite item--the salmon and focaccia both tasted fresh, and the creaminess from the avocado and aioli tied everything together well. For my side, I got the house salad since we already had fries. It was nothing to write home about, but their selection of dressing options was more extensive than I expected (more than your usual ranch/Italian/thousand island). read more

Flying Fish & Grill - Crabby cheesy garlic bread - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

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Came here with fam on Sat for dinner. We ordered one of our favorite Fish and Chips with tartar sauce and Coleslaw, Ceviche, and Clam Chowder. The Fish and Chips are so moist and crispy. It's the best! Loved it so much :) The rest of the dishes are decent too. Great customer service. read more

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3.5 stars. Solid food options, and they do have crab cheesy bread which is cool and different, but I wasn't necessarily blown away and feel like I have to come back. Swung by after a day on the coast for some warm food. It was Sunday around 1pm, not busy at all. We got seated once someone saw us in the doorway. Menu is your pretty standard fare and this place had some good options to warm us up. One person got the fish and chips, another got the fish sandwich, and then two of us got the clam chowder. We also split a crab cheesy bread which I hadn't seen before and I was very excited to try. It is very good and VERY rich. It's like eating the Alfredo sauce from Olive Garden on bread with lots of crab meat. Good! but I could only have two pieces before I felt the heartburn coming on.. The clam chowder was good. Not the best I've had, but it did the job to warm me up and I have no real complaints. You can get it in a bread bowl but I went with a normal bowl since we were already getting bread in a different form. The serving sizes felt very plentiful and big for the price paid. My friend with the fish sandwich couldn't finish it all. The chips part (thick cut fries like steak fries) of the fish and chips were shared among the group. Solid choice for the group and not a bad stop if you're driving by. read more

Flying Fish & Grill - Crab cheese bread. Super rich! - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

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Very long wait Only one employee serving Waited 15 minutes to be seated Waited 30 minutes to place order Place was literally empty except us read more

Flying Fish & Grill - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

Today we were greeted warmly and enthusiastically by TUYA. Who also ended up being our server. She was very attentive, very friendly, therefore providing impeccable service. I had the mahi-mahi fish tacos that I've been having for 15 years. It seems like the sauce is a little different, which was fine with me. It was excellent. The rice was fluffy and tasty and the black beans were more abundantly portioned than I remember. My wife had the clam chowder bread in a bowl and loved it . Would still strongly recommend and return next time in the area . read more

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Quick and efficient service, friendly staff, good menu with gluten free options. Conveniently located. The environment and restaurant is clean. Popcorn shrimp is yummy and satisfying. Ther is plenty of parking in the area and they have a patio for seating as well as a bar. GIVE THEM A TRY! read more

Flying Fish & Grill - Crab melt - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

Cozy restaurant on the way outta Half Moon Bay. The service is slow and the tables sticky. We enjoyed the food altho I wish the clam chowder had been served piping hot, not lukewarm. The clams were a treat and not overly salted. I appreciated that we could add in pasta. The bread & butter hit the spot especially as they came out warm and steaming. I am undecided if I would choose to come back again or not. The sticky tables and slow service were a turn off. read more

We visited Flying Fish during the Pumpkin Festival weekend. Even with the crowds and hectic parking situation, our party of 10 was seated right away. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. We ordered a variety of dishes -- calamari, fish and chips, clam chowder (both in a bread bowl and in a regular bowl), and the seafood cioppino. Everything was delicious! My favorites were the fish and chips and the calamari. Portions were great, the food came out fresh, and the flavors were spot on. Overall, a fantastic spot for seafood in Half Moon Bay. We'll definitely be back! read more

Very dated and dark interior, felt kinda like eating in a liminal horror movie space with paid actors. I did like the happy hour calamari, we got two plates and they were pretty good, but nothing amazing. The clam chowder was decent. The linguini was also good but the noodles and sauce did not mesh well together. Fish and chips were tender and crispy. Salad was plated nicely but had weird cuts. read more

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We had the ciopino and halibut fish and chips. All delicious! Great service too. Casual ambiance. read more

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What a find! Delicious shrimp and crab louie salad and crab sandwich. My honey and I shared and loved them both. I'm a stickler for a very fresh coleslaw and this coleslaw was made in house and had some pineapples and either dried cherries or dried cranberries in it and was so fresh and delicious. As a side note, we didn't like the deep fried crab cakes because we don't like deep fried, but we appreciate other people might like deep fried. We will be back! read more

Flying Fish & Grill - Louie salad, fresh crab sandwich, crab cakes - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

My friends and I had a doggy play date with our pups at a beach near by and decided to grab lunch here before heading home. They have been here before and recommended and fish and chips and chowder. So after looking at the menu, my husband ordered the combo which was generous portion of fried goodies and I got the crab melt with a salad. I enjoyed my crab melt, I just didn't care much for the old bay seasoning and raw celery in it. Decent sando but I probably wouldn't order it again per my flavor preference. But let's talk about his plate of lightly battered, crispy fried goodies. The fish was thick and flaky, scallops were tender and the shrimp was plumped! This was probably one of the best fish and chip I had in a long time. The chowder was good too, it was light with generous amounts of clams and potatoes. We also order the cheesy crabby bread which was tasty since the bread was garlicky! We are glad we got to try this place since this will definitely be on the restaurant rotation when we visit half moon bay. read more

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This place used to be one of my favorites however I'm not so sure now Ordered a dry martini came to me with vermouth to their credit, they poured me another drink and knocked the dollar off the price I ordered a crab, Louis after being assured that the crab was fresh Not only was the crab not fresh they served part crab, part shrimp all small clearly previously frozen Small amounts of crab and shrimp on top of a pile of lettuce with no eggs or anything else that would one would expect with a crab Louis The bartender told me the restaurant had recently changed hands, not what it used to be Sad... read more

The fish and chips were delicious. Crabby cheese garlic bread was ok, a bit overpowered by the cheese. The calamari tasted average. I would come back again but would want to try other items. Service was good, waiters were helpful. The ambiance is cozy but there were a few flies flying around us which was a bit annoying while we eat. read more

Flying Fish & Grill - Fried Calamari - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

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Service was fast, waited 5-8 minutes. I got fish and chips and they were good! I was going to get oysters but didn't! read more

Flying Fish & Grill - Yum!!! we came on the weekday nobody really here so really fast service! - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

Quick service great place to stop by after hike the clam chowder was good . Fish and chips were ok the crb melt was average. Quite pricey for the non existent ambiance. read more

Had a wonderful beach day lunch. The food items we ordered were so yummy with the seafood pasta as my favorite. Service was quick and servers were friendly. Place is cute. However we missed the entrance and had to go around the establishment and it was not enticing to see the disorganized back area. It did not give a great impression. read more

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I come to the flying Fish Grill occasionally when I'm in the half Moon Bay Area. I usually come with either my wife, my daughter or my mother or some combination of those and we all find things we like on the menu. Myself personally, I like the crabby cheese bread, my wife she likes regular garlic bread, which they sometimes don't have but, I often get the Salmon BLT,and my daughter enjoys the salmon and my wife usually gets the fried prawns and occasionally she'll get the fried prawns! In addition, the service is actually really good! Twuy was our server and she is excellent!I t's quiet in there. We watch the soccer games while we were waiting No problem at all. I would highly recommend! read more

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Came here last Saturday after a hike in Pacifica to try out a For starters, we started with the crabby cheesy garlic bread, which was easily the star of the show. Good, clean crab, fresh bread and a good garlic flavor. The portion size, I could easily eat an order on my own. But a good share for 2 people. We also got a a shrimp cocktail for the table. This was ok. I do wish they didn't smoother the shrimp in cocktail sauce, and I'd rather dip it on the side. I will say though, they are generous with their shrimp portions for being $11. Lastly we got an order of fish n chips. They were ok. It was flaky, could've been a little crispier but it satisfied the craving enough. The fries were a little undercooked though. My family used to dine here back when they were across the street, used to be a staple for us, so it was nice to get back and try it again after all these years. read more

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Great service , food very tasty , we're definitely come back here. Really enjoyed the restaurant. The prices are reasonable also. read more

Flying Fish & Grill - Jambalaya was really good - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

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The Food After a nice morning stroll around Half Moon Bay, we discovered Flying Fish Grill for lunch. It seems like a nice local restaurant with a variety of dishes. We ordered their Prawns Salad, Jambalaya, and Fish and Chips. The Prawns Salad was good, with an interesting orange blossom dressing. The Jambalaya was flavorful and the Fish and Chips were good as well. They also had a good variety of other dishes, but one can only eat so much, so next time. The Miscellaneous The restaurant is off one of the main roads with parking available in the rear. The exterior and interior have interesting design. It quite reflects a seaside restaurant with various decorations. The restaurant has plenty of seating inside and outside, along with a bar area. The staff and service was good. They seated us promptly, took our order when we were ready, and the food arrived in a reasonable time. Their menu has a good variety of items from sandwiches to salad, to tacos, among others. They also have an extensive drink menu with wine, spirit, beer, etc. as well. This was an interesting restaurant to visit if you are in the area and looking for a variety of seafood. read more

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Upon entering the establishment, our party was immediately struck by the pervasive odor of stale oil and dampness, which tainted the entire atmosphere. The decor and furnishings were significantly dated, and the flooring was a worn-out carpet that contributed to the unpleasant smell, moldy. Our first impression was further diminished by a staff member who was preoccupied with other tasks and failed to offer a greeting, outting together silverware and napkins. The cleanliness of the restaurant was a primary concern. The menus were visibly dirty and sticky to the touch, a theme that extended to the table and the high chairs provided for our party. The high chairs were not only wobbly and old but were also sticky, and one had a broken safety belt. The bathroom facilities were equally neglected, cramped, and in horrible poor condition. Service throughout the meal was inattentive and lacking basic customer care. After being seated, our server placed menus on the table and left without a word. Five minutes later, she returned to take our order without offering drinks or asking if we had questions. The check-in during our meal was brief and dismissive, with the server turning away before we could respond, indicating a general lack of concern for our experience. The food, which arrived with surprising speed, within all 5 mins, was a notable disappointment. The "Cheesy Garlic Bread" was overpriced at $11.50 for six pieces of bread smaller than the dinner knife, which was for 5 people. The server never advised us to get another or what not. The fish and chips were excessively greasy, served on chipped, outdated plates. The portion of fries was sparse, and the coleslaw tasted old and lacked freshness. A lemon-flavored tartar sauce was also served, which did not complement the dish. We left the majority of our food uneaten and departed without a word from the staff, not good bye greeting or anything. The experience was made worse by the lingering smell of fried oil that clung to our clothes after we left. This establishment demonstrates a significant need for improvement in cleanliness, service, and food quality. It does not provide a welcoming environment or a product worthy of the price, and would not recommend it AT ALL. They should honestly shut their doors and stop taking peoples money for crappy atmosphere, shitty service and horribly greasy food. read more

Flying Fish & Grill - $11.50 for Cheesy Garlic Bread - so tiny not worth it at all - Seafood Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California