I tried the melted shrimp tacos, and let me tell you--they are beyond delicious. Honestly,…read morebreathtaking. If you haven't tried this place yet, you need to. I'm pretty brutally honest when it comes to food, and trust me... you'll be thanking me later.

Awesome place without the crowds. Great seafood…read more Ordered the seafood boil, shrimp cocktail, and salmon teriyaki. Flavors were on point for everything. Highly recommended. Reasonable prices as well.

If you're looking for great seafood in the Pismo area, Ada's does a great job with a variety of…read morepreparations. Even during the off-season, they can get busy for dinners so make a reservation, especially if you have a larger group. The patio is dog friendly and they have a private parking lot. We started the meal with a half dozen fresh oysters which were cleaned well and served with some Tabasco, an herby vinegar, and lemons. Fresh warm bread and butter were also provided to start the meal. We got the steamed clams which were absolutely delicious. Done with a classic garlicky white sauce, the clams were fresh with no unpleasant fishy smells or tastes. The seafood pasta is the reason we return to Ada's year after year. There's a huge assortment of seafood included and all of the individual ingredients are well cooked unlike most seafood pastas. The mussels were small and very mild in flavor, almost tasting like clams. A flaky white fish as well as a more meaty fish were also included and weren't overcooked. The creamy rose sauce is flavorful and rich without overwhelming the various ingredients Service is friendly and they have a wide selection of drinks available.

It was pretty busy on a Friday night but we were able to grab seats at the bar without waiting. But…read moreI would suggest making a reservation or giving yourself extra time. I got the lobster roll which had large chunks of meat but I would have like some old bay seasoning or something on it We got the artichoke appetizer which was huge and delicious

I'm so glad I found this place! We were looking for a place to get oysters and were so happy to…read morehave found this hidden gem!! It's a really tiny, to-go type restaurant. You order in the front and you take whatever seat you can find. There's also outdoor seating as well, but it does get a little chilly! This is our second visit, and we never had issues with the service. They're very friendly and they help clear the table if it's not that busy. The oysters are really tasty. We usually order 36(?) between the two of us and we finish it every time! The shrimp ceviche is also really tasty, and probably the best in this general area. We ended up ordering the carne tacos this time and it was surprisingly really flavorful!! I took one look at it and I thought it would be really bland, but it was nicely seasoned and the meat was moist and soft. Can't wait to come back!

We stopped here for a late lunch and it was very good! Friendly staff in this quaint small seafood…read morerestaurant. Outdoor seating for pets! I had the clam chowder it was decent. Not the best but a solid chowder. My husband had the halibut tacos which he rated a 10. We also had garlic fries very good! Not a big place for alcohol drinks. They did have some beer and not great wine options. I would suggest they get more options for the wine for sure or offer seltzers or cider. Only reason Im giving a 4 I was so hoping they would have better wine after our drive. The servers are awesome and very friendly .

Great fish and service. I will be back for the freshness…read moreand variety of the seafood They have live Maine Lobster, Dungeness crab, and oysters of all types.

We found this store online, searching for fresh crab in the Pismo Beach area, and boy, are we glad…read morewe did. We called, and were told they had local live Dungeness crab brought in the same day. After we went in and picked our crabs, they steamed them for us on the spot, and we were able to eat them there at the one table in the store. They offered to clean them for us, graciously provided the crackers to crack the crab, lemon and spices, and towels to wipe our hands and faces. We are big crab fans, and these were the most delicious, sweet, and tender crabs we have ever eaten. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. In addition to the crabs, they had a nice assortment of fresh fish, shrimp, oysters and other seafood, as well a some frozen selections. The shop was immaculate, and no fishy odors. We are just sorry we live too far away to be regular customers, but will definitely be back when we are next in the area!

The clam chowder is absolutely delicious, best I've had, the calamari strips are cooked to…read moreperfection and the food overall is a 9/10! The hostess and Samantha were wonderful!

Let me first say, our 1st server was great. However, the…read moreserver that covered for her while she was on break, was chaotic, I got the feeling that being a server was not something he normally does. We ordered fish & chips, and a burger for my son. The fish was inedible. It was not properly cleaned, and was tough and stale. Like fish jerky. I ordered a 2pc, mom ordered a 3pc. I picked at one piece, and my mom ate half of a piece. When the server came around I showed him that the silver skin was still there, and that the fish was like jerky, it was like it had been cooked for the lunch crowd then sat under a hot lamp for a few hours. He did apologize, which I appreciated,(food quality has nothing to do with wait staff) then left the table. He came back and offered us more fish! Uh, no thank you. He brought me the check, 112$ for inedible food and assurance that the cook was notified, and would talk to the owner?? It would have been appropriate for them to offer a discount or refund for the food not eaten, even the fries were bad, old. I've been to this location several times and it was always good. I brought my family, because it was a good restaurant. I'm so disappointed and won't be back.

This was a memorable discovery for me on a recent return visit to the Central Coast while dining…read morewith local friends. All dishes were given with care but not necessarily to overly impress, meaning that the portion size was generous rather than dainty. The experience of the place was considerably more sophisticated than I recall from the Central Coast of almost 20 years ago when I lived in the area. (Granted, time has passed, but still refreshing to see.) Staff also seemed happy to be there and engaging with diners, more than merely doing their jobs. Thank you Ember for raising the bar and impressing this out of town guest!

Everything about Ember is superb! From the moment you enter, seated, order a cocktail, meals,…read moredessert service... Yes it is that wonderful. Ambience is for everyone ie., dates, groups, just because. Don't believe me? Check it out for yourself. Oh, and no pics? No time for any. It's the type of establishment you show up and just enjoy.

Wowsy wonderful place for seafood!…read more Had a 30+ minute wait-definitely worth it. Small and intimate place and it was buzzing! Food was incredible! Loved seafood hack to try everything. Rose wasn't great, but House Cabernet was great! Definitely recommend!

Driving back to Los Angeles from San Luis Obispo, we spotted the Cracked Crab billboard looming…read moreover the highway--and that alone was enough to pull us off the road. Turns out, it led us straight to the perfect little crab shack. We ordered the "Pick Your Three" and upgraded one selection to Dungeness crab, ending up with two snow crab clusters and one Dungeness. The platter also comes with sausage, potatoes, and corn. They serve pure, melted butter warmed over a candle, which is hands-down the best way to let the crab's flavor really shine. The service was excellent, and the fun, kitschy fisherman vibe is exactly what you hope for in a place like this. My only critiques: the andouille sausage was quite dry and lacked flavor, and the corn could have been cooked a bit longer. That said, it's a bummer this gem is so far from my home in Pasadena--but it's absolutely worth pulling off the highway anytime you're in or passing through Pismo Beach.

Walked in on the restaurant owners' family lunch maybe? It…read morewent dead silent when my daughter and i walked in. It's not clear whether we seat ourselves or wait to be seated so we just awkwardly stood imposing? on their luncheon while we waited for a welcome and some guidance. Service took forever. Chips and salsa were good while i waited. The waitress was nice but definitely understaffed so she was catering to the owners and their family vs anyone else. I'm actually still waiting as i write this.... Maybe I'll come back during the week some time but never on a Sunday again. Just got the food and still haven't received my water. It's been over 30 minutes.

First time checking out this new local restaurant in our neighborhood. We were going to have…read morebarbecue, but after watching a show at the Clark venture watching the celebration of ancestors it only felt right that we should have Mexican food. I ordered the La Torre a stack full of delicious fresh seafood, including octopus, scallop, shrimp, crab, cucumber, red onions, just a very flavorful fresh tower of seafood. My husband tried the red enchiladas, which were Carne Asada with red sauce. They have an assortment of MexicanAguas frescas too. It was kind of empty when we arrived, while we were there, people were arriving, so I'm hoping that the good reviews are bringing people and we were truly in need of a good seafood place like this. Atmosphere with decent music was semi loud, but it would be nice if they just had some more colors of Mexico where it can be vibrant and more inviting, I guess with time it will come.

Best Baja Fish Tacos! Fried perfectly with generous cabbage, salsa verde and salsa crème!! Smoked…read moresalmon and clam chowder were absolutely perfect!!

Best kept secret in Pismo! Owner will make your day and the food will make your weekend, local…read morecommercial fisherman that catches fresh and cooks to perfection the cod and homemade tarter sauce will blow your mind, freshest oysters you have ever had, and the clam chowder is second to none hands down! Only 2 restaurants in Pismo serve fresh local fish and this is one of them don't be fooled by all the tourist spots serving you the same frozen fish as red lobster. This place is the real deal!! (No pic because I ate it before I knew I would review lol)

Was in Pismo Beach for a medical appointment and was a bit early so I drove around the office and…read morediscovered this yummy restaurant. They had JUST opened for the day but were very happy to seat me. I ordered the Chicken Kabob and it was fantastic!! I will definitely return here the next time I am in the area!!

A pretty decent restaurant in the Pismo beach area if you are looking for a chill, slow-paced,…read morewell-decorated place to eat at. As soon as I walked in, I was mesmerized by the refrigerator row of wine/champaign bottles. The bar area is well decorated with a dark background and small lights to emulate a dark starry night. Their service was not good in our L.A.-opinionated minds. Yes, we were greeted and seated immediately upon arrival. We waited maybe 20 minutes before someone eventually came to take our order. Mind you, the whole time we were ready to order, the waitress who seated us was walking back and forth, setting up tables around us. She clearly saw that we were ready to order but didn't even offer to take our orders or get another staff who could. This is a place to come to if you are NOT in a hurry and are here to simply chill and take life SLOCAL style. The food here seems like a fusion between American and Mediterranean style. 1. Octopus Appetizer (4.5/5) Large octopus tentacles served with a combination of vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, roasted peppers) toasted with garlic and olive oil. The vegetables and octopus were all cooked very well. The octopus was fresh and melts in your mouth. 2. Grilled Asparagus (2.5/5) Large asparagus that's seasoned lightly, but it was not cooked correctly. It had a very stringy-fibery texture. 3. Philly cheesesteak (2/5) The hoagie bread was grocery store quality at best. We were sad that it wasn't even toasted or warmed up, so ended up ditching the bread/bun and just ate the inside. The cheese was at least nicely melted. The onion and bell peppers were fresh, but the steak was "meh." Definitely not quality beef. The beef itself was also not seasoned enough, so was bland and dry. 4. Onion rings (5/5) Fried to perfection. Loved that the onions were fresh and it was easy to pull apart with each bite. The aioli sauce that its served with is plain and bland though. 5. Crab cake (4/5): Crabby patty anyone? All I tasted was fried Panko batter. Wish the patty itself had more flavor and spice. The garlic aioli sauce that came with it though was good. 6. Dr. Marquis Salad (4/5): Fresh spring mix lettuce topped with ground beef and crispy bacon, tomato, sliced avocado and tossed with their house-made olive oil, salt and pepper dressing. Overall, it was a hearty salad with plentiful flavor. It was just a bit weird to have ground beef in salad, but I guess that's what makes this salad dish unique