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H.C. Seafood

3.8 (376 reviews)
ModerateSeafood
Closed • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Melissa L.

Some of the best restaurants are tucked away - out of sight but never out of mind. This is one of those establishments that are still going strong due to word of mouth and continued patronage from the locals. Established in 1998, H.C. Seafood at the Channel Islands Harbor has been serving up fresh seafood and sunshine for the last 27-years. A little kudos to for posting about this spot recently and putting them back on my radar. H. C. Seafood is a time capsule of the 90's Americana Seafood shacks that popped up along the coast of California. It's truly amazing to look back at the pictures from 20+ years ago and to see how not much has changed. The signage and awnings are the same. Wooden benches remain intact but weathered, this spot is definitely a relic of the past. Some will say it's outdated, others will say nostalgic. No matter how you perceive the outside, it's what the kitchen is whipping up inside that matters. Pro Tip: H.C Seafood is known for their fresh steamed crabs...Your girl was craving crab of course but living on a shrimp budget. Also truthfully, I didn't have time for a leisurely lunch of cracking crabs so I picked something a little quicker. FRIED SHRIMP PLATE: How can you go wrong with plump, freshly fried shrimp? Healthy, no? Delicious, yes! Their fried seafood plates are extremely generous. The plate came with 8 large fried shrimp and a plentiful scoop of fries. The shrimp were delicious and paired with their tartar sauce, it's the perfect summertime grub. HUSH PUPPIES: If I see hush puppies on a menu I'm ordering them. These little balls of cornmeal and seasoning hit the spot and were pretty delicious. Try them. All in all a very good value. A fried shrimp plate with two sides for $22, in this economy - you can't beat it. Happy that the 805 has this gem and that their legacy continues to live on.

Beautiful selection
Jasmine M.

Soooo good! Outdoor seat and definitely NOT upscale. Breeze from the ocean is nice. Parking is plentiful. Seafood is very fresh and you have to see the crab tank! Just pick out your crab and then wait for your presentation. I really like the choices of fish they serve with a toasty garlic bread and fries. I really like their fries btw. I will definitely come back here if I'm in the area again!

While grilled Main Lobster, fries and coleslaw underneath
Mel L.

Delicious hidden gem located in retiring Fisherman's Wharf Oxnard. Whole Main grilled Lobster and Redrock Crab were perfect. Lobster came with coleslaw, fries, and French bread. Dipped the French bread in the head juices, so good! Entire meal was $66!!! This whole area is going through a remodel this year, expected to reopen 2028. Glad we tried HC while it was still here!

Grilled Calamari
Beto R.

We stumbled upon this restaurant while coming back from our coastal drive, and the best way to describe the restaurant is: truly a hole in the wall. It is located in a dead shopping plaza, it does not offer indoor seating, and outdoor patio picnic tables are worn out and chairs discolored. Nevertheless, if you look past all these inadequacies, you will enjoy the freshest locally caught seafood. We ordered one spider crab from the tank and they steamed it on the spot (the waiting time was around 30 minutes). It was fresh, juicy and messy. It did not require any sauce or butter to enjoy the savory, briny and umami like tender crab meat. We also ordered grilled calamari and it did not disappoint. The fresh squid strips had very nice texture and were not overly chewy. The onions, carrots and peppers were well sautéed and slightly crunch. The Asian style seasoning was super flavorful and on a par to of a fancy Chinese restaurant. Now the downside, it does not have onsite restroom to wash your hands after the messy meal (you will need to walk 100 feet to a sketchy public restroom). So don't forget to bring hand wipes ( a lot of them) on your visit.

Fish Plate with cup Clam Chowder
Rusty D.

I was looking for some good fish and chips and that is exactly what I found. The location was easy to find. Right on the water with tons of parking and seating outside. I enjoyed the fish plate. I got lots of fish with fries. I liked the breading on the fish also. It's like the cornflake crust. Straight cut fries. Simple and easy. Super tasty. The fish tastes very fresh.

Nemo S.

Party of 4. Seafood was delicious! The service was just ok. Family friendly hidden in a secluded part of Oxnard, CA near Port Hueneme. Worth the drive from Santa Clarita, CA. Highly recommend this establishment.

Fish calamari and scallop plate with fries and coleslaw
Jason H.

Great little seafood spot! Great prices Friendly service Great selection The location is a little rundown but don't be scared! Highly recommend

Outside seating only
wendy y.

Excellent fresh seafood shack. Had a mixed fried seafood combination plate with Fish, scallops and shrimp which comes with a side of coleslaw and French fries. The plate was quite generous for the price and was fried perfectly. There was enough food to share with my child. My partner had the grilled live spot prawns. We enjoyed it so much because it was grilled perfectly and the prawns were super fresh (live) that I had to order a second plate of prawns. Next time I am in the area, I definitely get the grilled live prawns again and probably try a fresh crab. Eating is out doors and a great place to eat and run.

Grilled peeled shrimp place and seafood combo (shrimp, calamari, scallops). Also hush puppies
Laura H.

We first came here while on vacation 20 years ago, and the grilled shrimp with onions and peppers has lived in our memories ever since. We were thrilled to find out on this vacation that H.C. Seafood was still open. While it appears to not have been painted or kept up at all in the intervening 2 decades, the food is as fabulous as we remembered! We enjoyed sitting in the sun and eating another shrimp plate and a fried combo plate as well. Also some excellent hush puppies. Friendly service too. And a great deal! $25 for a plate with 22 peeled shrimp on it...can't beat that!

'Twas a filling day of crabs
Kat L.

Tucked away behind the plaza is where you'll find HC Seafood. Out here you will find an array of tanks filled with a variety of crabs and lobster outside the patio. You pick what you want and it will be brought out to your table momentarily. Celebrated my uncle's friend's birthday here and was luckily enough to have the place empty for the time being. The staff are friendly and accommodating and truly a nice place for crab feast! Visit this place sometime-

Spot prawn, zucchini fries, and clam chowder
Leo Y.

Located in the back of a hidden plaza, this little gem is serving up some of the best seafood you will have. Outdoor seating right next to the marina, you won't find seafood as fresh as this in Oxnard. Rock crabs are picked up separately by the tank rather than the pick up window. Nice staff that were really helpful and food came out fairly quick. Order: Spot prawn, zucchini fries, rock crab, and clam chowder Comment: spot prawns can be a little pricey here

Fish platters.

Great fish and chips! Served quickly and piping hot at the pickup window. Rustic & weathered outdoor seating area because this whole shopping area is scheduled for renovation. But the fish here remains a current solid lunch choice!

PLEIN AIR DINING
Judith R.

Located in the dilapidated Oxnard Channel Islands Marina, due to be redeveloped in the future, H.C. Seafood is the best seafood restaurant in Ventura. It has only outdoor seating. But the food is fabulous. They offer lobster and crab the way they do it in the East Coast. Their whole fried tilapia is fabulous. Their sides are par for the course, but the seafood is perfect. Come in a sunny day and picnic with the locals who know where to chow down! The service is friendly and quick and though you don't get a waterfront view you can go for a stroll along the harbor before or after and enjoy the Ventura County Ambience . A perfect place for families!

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Food was great fresh and good friendly staff and prices are good. I recommend this business

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Don't judge a book by its cover. Prices were good, food was good, and the staff were friendly. Don't judge a book by its cover.

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Been going here for years! Best crabs and fish & chips! And the server is amazing, they are very nice people

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Are they taking phone orders or you have to go there to place your order? Tried calling multiple times to place phone order so I can just pick them up because I live in LA but no one is answering the phone. Thank you!

First come first serve. No preorder. If you want the spider crab, You have to come before noon.

Are they open to sit outside?

No, they have seats outside but for reasons I don't know they only do takeout.

What are gluten free options for someone with gluten allergies / celiac disease?

As per your physician and the usual precautions for celiac disease, the individual would be responsible for knowledge about their diet. Fresh broiled seafood served with fresh vegetables are likely not to exacerbate symptoms of GI system. No need to… Read more

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