terrific food and fun atmosphere! fish is super fresh and service was great, Charlie is the best!!

Food - 5 Service - 5 Value - 5 We stopped by here on a Friday after hiking at Muir Woods, and the place was absolutely packed. We started off with Poke and Chips and then each had a fish dish. While there were several fish they were serving that we had never heard of...about half of us went with that they recommended and it turned out to be great. The other half went with fish they recognized like salmon -- which was also good but good salmon can found in many places. My recommendation is to see what the staff suggests and go with that. read more

We arrived five mins after opening and there was already a good amount of people inside! There is a small parking lot, but it does get filled super quickly. It is open seating and you go up to order. They bring the food to you! You will have to go to the bar to order drinks. We ended up getting the fish of the day tacos, chips and ceviche, and fish and chips. They have this housemade carrot habanero sauce on every table , and I was incredibly intrigued by it. It tasted super good! Not too spicy for me (I consider my spice tolerance pretty high). Fish of the day tacos - pretty good! There was a lot of flavor in the grilled fish. I definitely prefer this fish over the fried fish. Good balance of everything. The lime they gave me was a bit dry so I didn't end up using it much. I also found a fish bone in the fish while I was eating, so just be careful! Fish and chips - good, but not crazy good. I feel like it lacked a bit of flavor, however, the fry batter of it was super well done. Super crispy! The fries underneath were delicious as well (seasoned). Chips and ceviche - this was very good! They used baby shrimp. It was a refreshing appetizer. Leaving the parking after was soooo hectic. Cars trying to go in and out. It took longer to get out than to find a parking. Overall, I am pleased by the food and service even tho of some mishaps. Inside was a great vibe. I would return again! read more

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My absolute favorite spot for dinner with friends in Marin, and I've lived here over 20 years. Amazing, high quality food. The outdoor area is so fun for sitting, getting a beer here is always great. The fish plate and poke's are my go to, I always crave both and it's a great place where you can have a healthy but super satisfying dinner. Service is super fast and always kind. When I was vegetarian I'd get their fried avocado burrito and adored it. Great place for a beer. It's all amazing. Truly. read more

This is a really cool restaurant tucked away behind a building at Tam Junction. Mostly outdoor seating, but it is comfortable and protected with all wooden chairs. I know they have a location in San Francisco as well. The food is very local with a lot of fish served pub style with a lot of Latin choices. Big menu with a lot of options. One thing that I thought was unusual, but turned out to be really good and hard to stop eating was ceviche and chips, but almost a Korean style with lots of sesame oil. Unusual but good. This place on a Wednesday night was pretty full. You could tell a lot of locals go there but it's also in the corridor where tourist might stop by on the way to Mount Tam or the beach. This is definitely worth going to. I recommend it. I did not take any pictures of the food sorry. read more

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Built up an appetite with a hike, so we could try a few things here. The seafood plate with poke was solid. Fish and chips: the rockfish (daily fish) was to die for! Nicely crispy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside. However, the fries that came with it were some of the blandest we've ever had. Fish tacos were delish! They are appropriately overloaded for their price point; you'll need to use a fork. The aqua frescas looked refreshing but were also quite lacking in sweetness and flavor (coming from someone who doesn't like things too sweet). Sunday 3pm had a ~30 min wait for outdoor seating, or no wait for indoor table (which we chose). Single bathroom has a line. You order food outside and pay, then they bring the food to you. Self serve water. Seating can feel tight or close to others. Due to the location, drivers more aggressive than SF, and poor parking, accessing the parking lot can be a bit tricky. Despite the bad locale impression, service was great and everyone was very nice. read more

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We came on a really nice day, so it was pretty busy, but the staff still managed to accommodate us quickly, which was great. You order at the counter and they bring the food out to your table. We shared the ceviche, fish tacos, and fish and chips. The ceviche was good and fresh, but for the price, I was expecting a bit more in terms of portion size. The fish was crispy with a great ratio of breading and finished with a nice touch of sea salt. The fries had good seasoning, though I wish they were a little more crispy. The tacos were also solid, with fresh toppings and good flavor. We paired everything with a few beers from the tap, and they have a nice range of options to choose from. Overall, it's a great spot with a cute outdoor space, perfect for a sunny, casual meal. read more

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This one has been on our list for a while! We stopped by over the weekend around 2pm ish and there was a 50min - 1hr wait. Of course, the weather was gorgeous, so we expected a wait, but what surprised us was when we asked the server taking our order if it was always busy like this, his response was "oh, actually this is pretty chill compare to how it usually is!". Wowza. So come prepared because it's popular! And why wouldn't it be? There's plenty of seating outside, the staff is friendly and welcoming and the food is great! We ordered the poke appetizer to share, the kids got the kids' fish plate, my husband got the ahi tuna burger (recommended by the guy taking our order), I got a fish plate, and we ordered a plate of fish and chips for the table. The fish and oysters were super fresh! The batter on the fish and chips were perfection and the fries had a nice seasoning on them. The poke and the sides for my fish were just ok. The beans were a bit lacking in flavor. Overall, I'd definitely come back! read more

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Came here after a hike at Mt Tam and it was an estimated 90 minute wait. We ended up getting seating earlier than that which was great cause we were hungry lol. You are seated at a table then order at the counter and they will bring out your order. It was super busy on a Sunday afternoon. The food itself was super fresh. We ordered oysters, fish and chips, and fish tacos. Everything was so good, however I did think the fish lacked seasoning. I found myself using the hot sauce to counteract the lack of flavor. But the fries were seasoned perfect and I enjoyed the sauce in the tacos. Overall I give this place a solid 8/10! read more

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#24 of 2026 This is my go-to for fresh grilled fish, so good!!!! My husband and I have only gotten the fish plates, never tried the tacos or burritos but I'm sure they're also excellent. I love their chips, it's the thick and crispy kinds I like. But I think it was so hard that it actually chipped my husband's tooth lols I think they have a good selection of beers on tap, this time I tried the white wine (Sauvignon??), it was nice! We love coming here on a weekday when there's no line bc the lines can be long which I witnessed over MLK weekend. Hard pass. Servers were really nice, there was a misunderstanding where the cashier thought I wanted 3 bowls but I only wanted 2 so the 3rd was refunded immediately. I like how there's an indoor/outdoor space but during the winter it does feel cold so make sure to bundle up if you're visiting Nov-Feb. Highly recommend this spot! read more

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Amazing fresh fish served outside in a beautiful garden spot. There is a wait, but it is most definitely worth it. Service is friendly and efficient, and trust their recommendations. I had the poke platter, which was a massive amount of food, even for a big guy like me. The poke was super fresh and perfectly seasoned, and was served with the ripest avocado I have ever tasted, as well as sushi rice, pico, and black beans. My friends had the fish & chips, which they all loved. Truly a great find which is worth the wait and parking challenges. read more

Nice fish spot with indoor and outdoor seating. You pick a table and order outside at the counter. We got the fish and chips, guac, and the grilled fish sandwich. The guac was super mild and creamy. I personally prefer chunky and spicy but my mom liked it. Everything was cooked well and served quickly. The service was professional and friendly. The outside looked gorgeous but when we went, a Thursday at around lunchtime, all the seats were taken! I saw others at the next table with burritos and I'll definitely try that next time. They were huge! :) read more

Hook Fish at Proof Lab Beer Garden - Kid's fish and chips, guac, fish sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Mill Valley, California

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This is one of my favorite spots in the Bay Area to make a day trip to eat at. We usually stop here before or after going to Stinson beach. I adore their carrot hot sauce and always grab a bottle to bring home. Family friendly. Great friendly service. Love the laid back vibe here. The chips and guacamole are a must to start with and I love the fresh fish tacos. read more

It's a cozy seafood Mexican-American restaurant with full bar. Food is fresh with daily market catch. Grill of the day sandwich was fresh, hot and delicious. Tortilla was perfectly crispy and not oily. Usually busy and long wait in prime times. Once you're seated, you need to go to another line to order food. No table service. Service is relatively quick after you're seated and ordered . Limited indoor tables. Patio seating are heated and vast. Limited parking in the plaza but spots available in other close by plaza. Accessible with flat entry and wide pathways. Will come back for the sandwiches! read more

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Fantastic food and such a cute, casual lunch spot with great outdoor seating. They were very accommodating to my allium allergy and have solid vegan options. I had the fresh corn tortillas with avocado and cabbage slaw. Everything tasted amazing, and the tortillas were some of the best I've ever had, clearly freshly made. High-quality food all around and a great casual stop. Just a heads up--it gets busy on weekends and parking can be limited! read more

Hook Fish at Proof Lab Beer Garden - Seafood Near Me - Mill Valley, California

We stopped by Hook Fish in Mill Valley after a day of hiking in Mt. Tam and it was bustling on a Sunday night. We put our name down and waited in our car for about 45 minutes for an inside table. There are outdoor picnic benches in the beer garden out back that are first come first serve, but it was a chilly December night so we opted to wait for indoor seating. When our table was ready, we took our number tag to reserve the table and ordered our food at the counter outside. The indoor bar area was warm and well lit, and the outdoor deck was very cute with string lights and a lively atmosphere. Definitely a great place to come hang out and have a beer. One minor inconvenience occurred when the staff forgot about one of our orders, but they were nice about it and made the food quickly when we brought it to their attention, so I won't dock a star. Grilled albacore tuna plate: Great portions of fish, veggies, rice, and beans. Everything tasted great after our hikes and the sauce/salsa that came with it was yummy. Grilled albacore tuna burritos: Same as the plate but wrapped in a big tortilla. Poke plate: Tried a little piece and the fish was good, but nothing too special in my opinion. read more

Hook Fish at Proof Lab Beer Garden - Seafood Near Me - Mill Valley, California

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The food is outstanding and the service meets expectations. But the ordering process is absolutely chaotic. You get your drinks from one spot, you wait for your table, and you're not allowed to order until you get your table assigned to you, but then you wait in line to order. I really do love eating here because I love the food, but I visited today with a deaf friend, and this would have been absolutely a disaster had he been here with other deaf people only. The restaurant is clean, much of it is outdoors which is very nice. Also the location is an absolute chaotic disaster for trying to safely enter the parking lot, find a parking space. The location could not be worse from a road access standpoint. read more

I was super excited to try this place considering all of the hype but it did not meet expectations. We waited about an hour for a table. Stopped by the PizzaHacker for a drink next door while waiting (and honestly had a much better time there, will have to go back). After getting a table, you have to go up to respective counters for food and drinks. They have a catch of the day (rockfish in our case) and a few other locally caught options for an up charge. Ordered ceviche, a couple oysters, tacos with fried rockfish, and a burrito with lingcod per cashier recommendation. Ceviche came with oranges in it which made it pretty sweet overall. Not for me. Was missing the acidic punch a typical ceviche offers. Oysters were good! Clean taste with nice mignonette. Tacos and burrito were fresh with lots of bright slaw but way too bland. None of the fish tasted seasoned. Rice and beans in the burrito also lacked salt. One of my tacos was randomly missing the avocado slice. They had a habanero carrot sauce available at the table. Sounded exciting. Was not. Basically orange colored vinegar with a hint of spice. Got a few sours but none were sour and instead juicy fruit types. Nothing too exciting in our option. Food is brought out by folks in the kitchen and they run off speedily. Hard to get help if you need something. Note: We went on a Saturday afternoon and it was full of families and dogs. Typical for a beer garden but good to keep in mind. No knock on the restaurant but there were some leash aggressive and nippy dogs. More on owners for not recognizing their pets are stressed. Beware! read more

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Best fish and chips in the area, as far as I'm concerned. Hook Fish is a good casual spot with more outdoor than indoor dining, so it's a place we tend to visit during good weather, which fortunately Mill Valley has plenty of. Favorite orders for us include their fish (add your preferred fresh caught fish) with nice salt flake alongside chips (fries), fresh poke with house-made tortilla chips, and grilled fish tacos with a creamy slaw with pepitas for texture and crunch. Their curated selection of excellent NA drinks & lemonades, wine, bottled and beer on tap, and local cider are a welcome addition to a meal here. read more

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Really enjoyed their fresh fish and ambiance! Everything was so fresh and allows you to really get to taste the fish and let the seafood shine. Love this place! read more

Hook Fish at Proof Lab Beer Garden - Ceviche. Fish tacos. Poke. - Seafood Near Me - Mill Valley, California

We came here after a lovely morning hike in Muir Woods and there was a line forming out the door before it even opened at 11 am! We quickly ordered and got to choose a cozy seat inside. You get to customize whatever you order (tacos, burrito, sandwich) with your choice of fish. I had their rockfish tacos which were piled high with great toppings Their fries also had great seasoning read more

Hook Fish at Proof Lab Beer Garden - Tacos and fries - Seafood Near Me - Mill Valley, California

If you get here on a weekend, be prepared for a wait. They have indoor and outdoor seating, and you need to stand in line to get your name on the wait list. They text you when a table is ready for you and you then stand in another line to place your order and then wait ~30 mins for fish and chips (or whatever you've ordered) to arrive. With popular hiking trails and biking paths nearby this place gets busy. We opted to order drinks while we waited for our table, and it was good that they had a decent selection of beers and drinks to choose from. Once our table was ready, we ordered a grilled fish sandwich, fish and chips, oysters on the half shell and a ceviche. The fish sandwich was good (I'd order this again), the fish and chips were mediocre and under seasoned, the ceviche was flavorful but a rather small portion, and the oysters on the half shell($4 each) were okay. The service was spotty with a busser clearing part of our table but leaving the other part for later. The food is reasonably priced for the Bay Area, but the portions are on the smaller side. Overall, I didn't think the food was worth the wait. I'd think twice about coming here again on a weekend. read more

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Much needed fish fix and it didn't disappoint. Came on a Sunday and the wait was projected to be about an hour but was actually ~20 min. This is a nice relaxing place to drink a beer or two and eat some good fish. The tacos were my favorite but the portion was a bit too small so if you're a hungry gal like me I might recommend grabbing 2 plates. read more

Hook Fish at Proof Lab Beer Garden - Fish and Chips - Seafood Near Me - Mill Valley, California

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Found this beer garden while heading out to go on a hike and loved the atmosphere. The beer garden is outside with covered seating and a kitchen that you walk up and order at. Great spot if you're looking for a quick meal or a relaxing place to catch up with friends and try some local beers. We loved the grapefruit taste in the ceviche and we even threw some of the house hot sauce in to add a little spice. The poke was very tender and one of my favorite poke dishes that I have had. The fish sandwiches looked amazing, I will be trying one next time I'm here! read more

Hook Fish at Proof Lab Beer Garden - Ceviche - Seafood Near Me - Mill Valley, California

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Let me start off this review with a W for the atmosphere. The cute inviting entrance made me curious to step in, and the beautiful back patio ate. At that point, I knew I needed fish. Don't even get me started on the fish plate I got, seriously don't, because then this review will not end. Instead, let's pivot to the beer battered rockfish we split: my friends and I had just hiked a 5.9 mile trail in Muir Woods, and we ran thru the fish just as how we ran thru the trail- fast, and dirty. 10/10. read more

Hook Fish at Proof Lab Beer Garden - Beer battered rockfish - Seafood Near Me - Mill Valley, California

Great food, drinks and vibes. The poke tacos absolutely live up to the hype definitely a must order. The staff are friendly and the food is ready pretty quickly. It does get loud but not in a bad or inconvenient way. Good for casual lunch or dinner. The only con is the potentially very long wait time, it is very popular so plan accordingly when going. read more

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Firstly this is an absolutely lovely place to come hang out in the evening, good (affluent) vibes and a nice outdoor space. Quite a lot of seating with many larger tables, you might have to share one if things get busy Poke and fish were great, though use sparingly! There was not enough poke for chips which sent me into a deep pit of despair UNTIL I had the fish and chips Try to eat the fish and chips sharpish, it's best when they are hot, for me I was climbing out of the pit of despair slowly so some of my food had already cooked. The fish had a nice crunch and a good inside, it was soft and not dried out. Great place albeit slightly pricier than spots over the bridge in the city. Lowkey I felt underdressed in this BEER GARDEN. Would come again if I'm over here though! read more

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Finally got to try this place on a Saturday morning! Like others we went on a hike bright and early and headed to hook fish immediately before they opened. The place was fully packed 15 mins after opening. We ordered fish and chips and poke burrito. Burrito was our favorite and we highly recommend! Waiters were extremely nice! You order first at the cashier and pick a spot in the back. A bit chilly so bring a jacket. 10/10 experience! read more

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Delicious! We got the fish taco, grilled fish of the day plate, poke, and fries and loved it all. It was perfect after a hike! The service was a bit slow but the restaurant is very popular and busy. Came on a Saturday at 12:30 and managed to get seated for 3 at the bar, but around 2 pm, people were waiting 30-35 minutes for a table. Parked in the plaza across the street. read more

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What you see is what you would guess it tastes like. The fish rice plate is pretty much the deconstructed version of the fish tacos + rice. Honestly, mediocre at best. I also had the poke on the side (not pictured) and it just tasted like it was just mixed in only sesame oil. I couldn't even taste much of the fish at that point. If you decide to come, I would only get the fish & chips because that was the only thing that was actually really good. Lightly battered, super crispy, fresh fried fish! If I only had this, I would've given this place a 5/5. But because I had three other items that were just okay, not to mention we ended up having to wait 45+ minutes for a dine in order, did not serve this place well. All our other friends got their food within 5 min so idk what happened to ours. Can't say that I would recommend this place or want to really come back. read more

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Stopped here for a seafood meal on the way back from a hike. Line to order was long for either dine-in or take out but it's worth the wait. The upside is that you can shop at the Proof Lab stores until your meal is ready. I really enjoyed the seasonal halibut fish plate. There's lots of seating but with most of it outside, on a hot summer day, it's the luck of the draw to find a shady table. The umbrellas don't provide shade for everyone. Only half of our table had shade which made for an uncomfortable experience. They could benefit from some sails overhead. Despite the heat, our meals were yummy! read more

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I haven't visited Hook Fish at Proof Lab Beer Garden in forever! Over the weekend we went with friends and it's still as delicious as ever. If you're looking for a close-to-home spot for great local brews on-tap and a clean meal highlighting super fresh fish dishes, this is your spot. We love traveling to Mill Valley ~ such a cool vibe with so much to uncover from food, brews, trails, music, art, and more. This is the first time heading to Hook Fish on a Saturday early evening and it was hoppin'. We put our name on the waiting list and with a less than 20min wait time, we grabbed drinks at the bar and went outside to hang. FYI, they text you when your table is ready and your whole party has to be present. Also, once seated you order at the outdoor register with signs for all their fish of the day listed above. We went with guac and chips & ceviche to start. We ordered the kid's plate which comes with a beautiful piece of white fish, corn tortilla, white rice, black beans, and slices of avo..quite a great deal! We also ordered a fried fish burrito. You can order your fish as a plate, tacos, as fish and chips, a salad, as a sandwich, or like us, a burrito. I noticed an Albacore Tuna Burger as well. The burrito comes with black beans, avocado, rice, pico, spicy aioli, and pickled slaw. Fish comes grilled or fried, and I noticed you can get your avocado fried too! Pro-tip get your burrito cut in half, it's easier to chomp on with a group..especially if sharing with a mate! We also tried the fresh watermelon juice, sooo good and kiddo approved! Last pro-tip..you must try the carrot habanero hot sauce. It's not only incredibly yummy, but different and makes all the dishes so vibrant. There's limited parking, but a lot is provided next to the restaurant. Using driving directions note Hook Fish is located next to Equator coffee as a landmark! Great service, fair pricing for quality and quantity of fish and freshness. read more

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I've been to the Hook Fish Co location in San Francisco, but this one was slight bigger and had an aesthetic outdoor area. Inside, I ordered one of their lager beers. Outside, my friend and I ordered their fish of the day burrito along with fish and chips. Our orders were brought to the table we chose. The lager beer was tasty and worth its price point. The burrito was delicious and went well with the multiple sauce options given on our table. The tartar sauce of the fish and chips was the best part, and it mixed well with the crispiness of the fish. Unfortunately, my friend and I did see a rat scurrying around closing time! It did not come near our table thankfully. read more

Hook Fish at Proof Lab Beer Garden - Fish and Chips (2 piece, bottom) & Lager Beer - Seafood Near Me - Mill Valley, California

A very popular fresh fish restaurant in Mill Valley, this place is an excellent choice for lunch. The wait can be 45-60 minutes for a table. They do not take reservations. The entire party must be present when your table is ready. Take out is also a popular option here. This is a casual, family friendly place, dogs are allowed on the patio. Price point is good, especially considering the freshness and generous portions. There is also a kids menu. ...and the food is delicious! read more

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Easy place to find ample parking. 2 separate businesses in 1 place so you have to order food and drinks separately and pay separately which sucks but whaddya gonna do?! The beer at Proof Lab was cold delicious and they had a good selection and a better bartender. The outdoor seating is very cool. The poke was fresh but the chips were so thick it was hard to eat my husband enjoyed them, the fish and chips were good although the serving size was very small it was still filling. The green tater sauce was different for sure it's their own special thing and a carrot habanero sauce tastes like carrot juice they also make their own ketchup so everything is original which is a nice touch. I really enjoyed our trip here with the surf shop, nursery good vibes and nice weather eating good food outside I wholeheartedly recommend anyone to try them. I even enjoyed the read more

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Wanted a casual meal and stumbled upon this place after a long hike at Muir Woods. The fish of the day was rockfish and I tried the platter with the kombucha on tap. My meal was so satisfying. Both my friend and I walked out happy. read more

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This place was craaaackin' on a Saturday afternoon; luckily they had space for our big (14) group. Super casual spot with lots of outdoor seating and is also pet friendly... or should I say animal friendly because there were lots of birds trying to partake in our lunch as well as many buzzin' bees. There is also a cute nursery next door that you are free to explore. The food was GREAT! Fish tacos.. bomb. Fish & chips... also bomb. The carrot habanero was interesting but I enjoyed it! We were only really disappointed with the ceviche and poke starters. They were both tasty but the ceviche/poke to chip ratio was ridiculous. Skip the starters and stick with the mains. read more

I goofed up. I made an online order didn't realize that I'd miss my ferry before the food would be ready. I explained my situation to the staff and asked if I could cancel my order; instead they were able to accommodate for my mistake! Thank you for the five star service! I'm 100% coming baxk read more

4 star for the ambiance, 3.5 stars for the food, quick and polite service. They have a good size parking lot but it seems half of Mill Valley is eating here, so it can be packed and challenging to park sometimes. Everyone needs to line up to get a seat and for a party of 8 we were told the wait time was 45 mins, but we got seated in 15 mins. The other customers told us that the seating is not so bad even though they told people with a much longer wait time. The menu is small, we ordered fresh oysters, crab cakes, ceviche, and guacamole to share. The oyster is fresh but too small. The crab cake is too soft and seemed a bit bland. The salad that comes with it was fresh. The ceviche and guacamole are ok but nothing spectacular. For the mains, we tried the poke salad, grilled fish plate and fish and chips. The poke salad is the best; fresh, sumptuous and delicious. Grilled fish is a bit bland, everyone likes the pico the most. 3 pieces of fish and chips are sumptuous and the fries are spicy fries. The drink menu is quite interesting! They also have other freshly made drinks on the ice bed that is daily special and not on the menu. Today they have the watermelon and mint, and pineapple and mint. They are also less pricey, $3.5 a cup. The indoor seating was simple but has a bar area; I am most impressed with the patio area. It's spacious, casual and chill. You can bring dogs at the patio and there are tons of seating spaces. Prices are reasonable; $17-19 a plate in most options. read more

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I came here with my family on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. It was PACKED - an hour wait to get a table. The food is *chef's kiss*. The menu features a variety of fish centered items (tacos, plates, salads, burritos) and several types of fish (poke, market fish like black cod, fish of the day was rockfish) to choose from. You will wait a good amount for food but it's worth it. Quintissential Californian Coastal cuisine. Ceviche ($15) - amazing and fresh and sharp with crispy thick chips Poke Tacos ($19) - Super generous portions and fresh, well seasoned poke. Fish & Chips ($22 for 3 pieces) - fried warm and crispy with a tender, flaky inside. A+ seasoned fries. The tartar sauce seems made in-house and was wonderful as well. Grilled Fish Plate ($19) - the portions again were generous, and I loved all the components. The staff are all super *chill* and nice. read more

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