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    Hofbrau

    4.0 (735 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Roast beef Sammie
    Kelly K.

    Got the roast beef sandwich and German potato salad. Was disappointed that the meat was not rare and a bit overcooked. The flavor was good though. Take a look at the photo and compare to other photos where the meat is nice a rare. I have had better here previous and same for the potato salad it. So I had had better of both items here in the past. I still love the fast service and sitting outside with a view.

    Matt G.

    We ate here while exploring Morro Bay. You walk in and review an overhead menu and place the order with the cashier. There seemed to be some good food options here as well as beer selection. We ordered and grabbed a table outside with a nice view to Morro Rock. We ordered a Rueben sandwich, a chicken sandwich, a chicken sandwich with avocado, bacon and cheese (ABC) and fish n chips. The Rueben and ABC chicken sandwich were great! I was impressed with the gourmet lettuce and the brioche bun. The other two items, regular chicken sandwich and the fish n chips were OK. Since this isn't a full service restaurant, the service is tough to grade the but the employees were pleasant. 3.5 stars!

    Roadt beef sandwich
    Bill W.

    Same standard fare with the usual suspects. Roast beef sandwich was average but au jus lacked seasoning and rather bland. Bread was fresh and soft. Views of the bay.

    So bomb pastrami sandwich!
    Samuel O.

    Went back again! And it was even better! Got the hot pastrami on the roll this time instead of the rye. Wow what a difference. Way less soggy and easyer to eat! And i love the frys! Service with a smile, and seating right on the bay. Perfect location for pastrami goodness.

    French dip yum
    Bingbing L.

    Dog friendly restaurant; plus French dip is pretty good here. I tried the roast beef and the special with pastrami. Service is great. What's more, the view outside is amazing, especially sun set hours.

    Beer
    Sean G.

    Location, location, location. This is prime real estate with an epic view. Located on Morrowbay touching the water. In the background you have a nature reserve and Morrow Bay Rock. The seafood is good here, as good as Seattle's, just like Seattle and Portland most of the food is breaded and fried. This isn't the nicest restaurant but it's good for all ages, you can eat here if you're bundled in winter gear or beach attire, weather permitting. The beer selection is small but good. The staff and service is fast and efficient. You only speak to them when you order food at the counter and grab your food. The rest is self service.

    Otters swimming by and entertaining us while we eat
    Donna B.

    really good French dip sandwich sandwiches. It's our go to place for whenever we head to Morro Bay - I love their German potato salad which is warm and yummy and my husband is a big fan of the French dip which I am as well. Downside is they charge you $.50 for water per cup and went there two days in a row on the second day the meat was kind of chewy but I think that's an anomaly because it's typically really good. Add points for being dog friendly so I make it four stars

    A M.

    Hofbrau Morro Bay came highly recommended by a friend a few years ago when I mentioned we were planning a weekend trip to the area--and I'm so glad we took the advice. When my boyfriend and I first walked in, he was a bit skeptical since it's a walk-up counter service spot, which isn't usually his thing. But the moment our food arrived, all of that went out the window. The food was absolutely phenomenal. The roast beef sandwich was loaded with thick, juicy slices of perfectly cooked roast beef, and the bread was just the right mix of crisp and chewy--the perfect vessel for such a great sandwich. The fries were double-fried, giving them that ideal crispy exterior and soft, fluffy inside. The staff was friendly, fast, and efficient, and the view from the deck overlooking the water made the whole experience even better. It might look like a simple sandwich shop from the outside, but the quality and flavors make it something truly special. We now make the 2.5-hour drive regularly just to eat here--it's that good. If you're in Morro Bay or even just passing through, do yourself a favor and stop at Hofbrau. It's hands down one of the best sandwich shops in California.

    Hot and Spicy French Dip
    Lianna M.

    Amazing spot in Morro Bay! Service is quick and easy. You start by ordering at the front, then they bring your food to you. We ordered the hot and spicy french dip, fried cod sandwich, and a clam chowder bread bowl (not pictured). The french dip's beef was nice and tender. The jalapenos and pepperjack cheese were nice additions to give the sandwich some kick. The fried cod on the fish sandwich was super fresh and fried to perfection. I think if I came back I would get the cod on its own. Loved the extra crispy fries! The bread bowl was also amazing. Generous portion of soup and the bread was nice and warm. We got to sit by the window where we got a nice view of the Morro Bay rock. Great casual spot with nice employees!

    Kids meal fish piece, very fresh.
    Laurie S.

    Came here on New Year's Day in a group of 8, and we were so pleased we did! We sat at two tables for four on the patio, and the views were breathtaking! This place is great, you wait in a line to order at the counter, then you receive a number and your order is brought to your table. Though they were very busy, all our food was brought out fresh, and when requesting extra pickles...wow did they deliver! Two varieties at no extra charge! They were trying to get the food out all at once, but the bread bowls did take a bit longer. It was okay, they all arrived. Then, one of the kind workers brought out another fresh, full bread bowl, and said, oh, well here you go. They knew there was bit of a wait, wanted to make sure we got it, and they could have just taken back the extra, but they gave it to our table. Between the two tables in our group, we ordered Clam Chowder in Bread Bowls, Popcorn Shrimp, Kid's Meals with mini corn dogs, chicken strips, and clam chowder. Also ordered was a salad, French Dips, and a Veggie Burger. Nobody had leftovers, not because of portions, they were ample...but we devoured it all! It's all good, the workers are very accommodating and kind, and prices are fairly reasonable. I highly recommend stopping by here when you are visiting Morro Bay.

    da Dip with fries
    Martin T.

    WoW...now I've lived here in MB for a few years and this is my first visit to the Brau. I've been told ya gotta go there they have the best roast beef sandwich. So I'm here now, the line behind us and I'm ordering the Roast beef Dip and a side of the fries, with Coca cola, please. My buddy G ordered Corned beef on Rye bread. Service was to the point, ask question, order, pay and take a number placard to the table of your choice. I picked the "best table" Seating outside too but the wind wasn't cooperating. Served rather quickly and with a smile and friendly banter. The Best value for a sandwich I've seen in a long while, a good 7oz portion of beef, cooked tender and topped with my choice of cheese, Au Jus on the side made dipping fun. Whew...and yes the bread roll was fresh and soft yet sturdy enough to make the eating somewhat decent to view. G raved about his corned beef sandwich, he took half home for dinner. I was pleased to see that he wanted to buy today. Thanks G, and thanks Brau I enjoyed my free lunch. foodguy-martin

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    The food and ambiance were very good, as was the service. The server was excellent, she was very polite and friendly.

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    Really good food for a decent price. I paid $25 for me and my girl to watch the sunset on the pier and eat good!

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    Great sandwiches. We've been here several times over the years and have never been disappointed.

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    Locals go here year round. That's all you need to know. Good food, warm service, best prices on the waterfront.

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    Giovanni's Fish Market

    4.0(2.4k reviews)
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    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.

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    Had such a great experience at House Of JuJu, in Morro Bay California. The food was super yummy and…read morethe service was great our food came out fast, which I always appreciate. I ordered the Calamity Jane burger, and wow, it was absolutely delicious and HUGE. You will honestly get full after eating just half of it. I also got a side of their potatoes with the spicy garlic sauce for dipping, and it was so good. Definitely a must-order! They also had a great selection of sangrias, which was a nice bonus. The only thing I'd mention is that it can be a little pricey if you're dining solo, so if you're going on a date, be ready for your pockets to take a little dent. Next time I come back, I definitely want to try the shrimp tacos because they sounded amazing. I was torn between those and the burger, but I went with my default order. Overall, delicious food, fast service, and a great spot in Morro Bay. I would definitely come back!

    Last time I was here I ordered the sliders and a wedge salad. Don't recall how they were but they…read morelook good in the pics!! Had to park across the street in the surf shop parking lot for a handicapped space, luckily the traffic wasn't too bad crossing the Embarcadero. Waited quite a while to be seated. Loud concrete floor with metal chairs, could hear the conversation of all the other diners!! Distractions from people walking by on the Embarcadero, but great Rock view. Ordered cheeseburger with potatoes. Salad was "mixed greens" so I didn't order a salad. Next time I will get their wedge salad, but I didn't know if I could finish it with the burger and potatoes this time. Server said no fries or chicken strips becasue they don't have a fryer. Free refills for sodas, but only a little bit of ice. It was a bit syrupy and had a lack of carbonation, might have been Pepsi instead of Coke. Steak knife included with utensils, which came in handy because the burger was really slippery and I had to eat with a knife and fork!! Potatoes looked overcooked but that was because they are purple potatoes!! They tasted ok, luckily not too spicy like everything is these days. I liked the non-purple potato's texture better. Slow to refill my drink. I will come here again and have the wedge salad, from the pic it looks smaller than I expected this time around so it will be able to be eaten with a burger!!

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