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    4.1 (2.1k reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Romantic
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    Good for kids

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    DIANA T.

    David was our server. He was attentive at the very beginning--took our order and then disappeared. Samuel, however, completely turned our experience around. He offered to take our photo, chatted with us, made us laugh, and genuinely made us feel welcome. Because of him, we truly enjoyed our beautiful ocean view. What was uncomfortable, though, was noticing that a white couple seated next to us received significantly more attention from multiple staff members throughout the meal. It honestly felt discriminatory, and that really impacted the overall experience. As for the food, it was unfortunately very salty. We ordered the crab cakes, calamari, clam chowder, steak and lobster tail, and the steak and lobster mac and cheese. The clam chowder was hands down the best dish--comforting and well done. It was my birthday, and while the dinner itself was underwhelming, I truly appreciated the little cake they brought out for me. But the real standout? The mango crème brûlée. OH. MY. GOSH. Absolute heaven. I could easily eat five of those. Overall, this was a disappointing experience, especially given the expectations. I'm giving three stars solely because Samuel made it special. Thank you, Sam--you were amazing and the bright spot of our night.

    Lobster
    Dorothy L.

    Been meaning to come home for the longest time. Came for the view, stayed for the must get smores Food: I got the lobster that came with butter and it was chewy and tasty and cooked just right. My favorite highlight of the night was the smores and it came with a little grill where u can roast your marshmallows at the table. Ambience: we got a table facing the ocean and it was a beautiful view. We also got to people watch the people by the pier haha Service: nice workers, only notable thing was my friend asked for ice tea and the server confidently gave him Coca Cola but fixed it the next time haha

    Oysters and cocktails
    Cheo S.

    Love the happy hour with good drink selection and $2 oysters. Enjoyed the food, drink and the view.

    Kellee T.

    You absolutely must stop at this gorgeous spot. Delicious food, great views, WARMTH, the best waitress I have come across in long time & relaxation. We got the calamari. I got the burger special with bacon cheese & crispy onions added. My boyfriend got like a jambalaya or something like it. My burger was phenomenal. The absolute best views in the place make you feel like you are at the beach, only warm. I craved seeing someone get hit by a wave over the seawall. Our waitress was so incredibly personable & funny I wanted to take her with us when we left. Not that I wanted to leave, I could be there all day just watching the water!

    Happy hour menu
    Bailey D.

    Stopped in for happy hour - this may be my new favorite! The view overlooking the ocean is perfect, and the prices for happy hour are honestly amazing. $1.75/oyster, and the sparkling wine we got was dry, delicious, and sub-$8. A really great pick that transports you to vacation mode, even just a short drive from the city. And only 15-20 from SFO? The perfect pre-flight sendoff for visitors!

    Jade C.

    This place remains my all time favorite date night restaurant overlooking the water. You can reserve your table of choice ahead of time, for $40ish dollars. Be sure to time it right with the sunset. You can't go wrong with the NY strip steak. Perfectly cooked every time and the mashed potatoes are creamy AF.

    Pauline W.

    5/4/25 I had a Moonraker gift card that was given to me years ago..thank goodness these don't expire haha! I wanted to take my parents out and they like seafood so my husband and I met them at Moonraker restaurant at Pacifica. Before the day of our meal, I made a reservation online (in the Shrimp section) since my parents wanted an ocean view. This was an extra $18. With regards to parking, it can definitely be tricky. Thankfully we were lucky enough to find street parking just across the street. We were warmly greeted by the host and was brought to our reserved seats in the Shrimp section. It's not a bad view of the ocean, but the windows could have been cleaned better. Here's what we got: - seafood pasta (mine and Dad's) - clam chowder bowls (to share) - Lobster mac and cheese (Zach) - Filet of sole (Mom) - Crab cake (to share) - Pumpkin spice Creme brulee (for Mom and I to share) Our waiter was warm and friendly. He brought us warmed bread and butter which was great. I definitely recommend getting the clam chowder because it's full of seafood and super delicious. The crab cakes are super tiny, but those were really good too. The seafood pasta was also filled with a variety of seafood. The broth was a bit on the watery side for me, but still flavorful. The fish was cooked perfectly . The mac and cheese had a decent amount of lobster in it. The creme bru lee was good, but too sweet for my mom. Overall, a wonderful experience regarding the service, food and the view.

    Clam Chowder... delicious
    Lisa A.

    Let me start by saying the service was great. Our dinner started well with the calamari appetizer and cups of clam chowder, bread and butter. All great... however when our food came not so good. The mussels were as if they had been cooked earlier in the day and reheated, they were grainy and not tender at all. The pot roast was mostly fat with little meat to it. The mashed potatoes seemed as if they were instant mashed potatoes, which I was very surprised with the cost and feel of the restaurant. Totally disappointing, such a beautiful spot, apps great, service great... main courses not good..

    Seafood Pasta
    Joriene M.

    Crispy Calamari ($18.95) - This was crispy and well seasoned! Crostini & Burrata ($16.50) - The crostini was baked to perfection and the toppings were fresh! Seafood Pasta ($38.95) - I was astounded by this delicious medley of seafood! My favorites were the thick, juicy, and succulent prawns and soft, buttery scallops. Molten Chocolate Cake ($13.95) - I loved how rich and decadent the chocolate cake was. The caramel truffle gelato paired so well with it, too. Pacific Sunset ($13.95) - This is one of my new favorite cocktails. "POG" is one of my favorite juices so I was sold when I saw that it has passion fruit and guava. It was perfectly sweet and so refreshing.

    Great food and good views!
    Nickolas O.

    This place was awesome! The food was excellent, the service was excellent, and the setting with the ocean view and the waves crashing right outside the window was amazing! I will come back soon!

    Oysters are my favorite.
    Wolf H.

    I have been here many times and I can't believe that I have never reviewed it. This is one of the most romantic dining spots in the Bay Area, if not the entire state. It is positioned right on the ocean and the interior is designed to take full advantage of the view. Almost every table is an ocean view table. They even have exterior lights illuminating the waves at night. The food here is elegant and upscale (which is reflected in the price). I have fond memories of wild boar pasta and squid ink pasta. One of their specialty desserts is a table serving of smores, complete with a little table top fire where everyone gets to roast their own marshmallows. I usually come here for the happy hour in the bar. Happy hour oysters are 1.75 and my buddy and I usually down 2 dozen. Cocktails are nicely priced and I like to go with a gin and tonic. They also serve French fries cooked in duck fat and you really must try them. The staff here is always friendly and on point. Shout out to waiter "John Snow" who takes good care of us. It's a great place to hang out or take a date for a memorable evening. You might even see whales while you enjoy dinner. Parking is easy and you can take a seaside stroll before or after your meal. Perfect.

    Welcome to Moonraker Restaurant.
    Carl N.

    Moonraker Restaurant is an exquisite seafood restaurant with an ocean view. It is located in Pacifica, California, Moonraker offers an exquisite dining experience with breathtaking ocean views. They're renowned for their diverse menu, highlights include the Lobster Club Sandwich and Slow Cooked Pot Roast, both rich in flavors. Atmosphere was relaxing with assiduous service staff. Moreover, their dim lit elegant dining area with ocean view and comfortable seats makes the food more romantic. We came for supper and were seated facing the ocean. KILLER View! I had a Cesar Chicken Salad, Lobster Bisque and Seafood pasta. Bloody fantastic! It all hits everything from flavor to presentation. I do wish my soup was a bit more warmer. Prices were $$$ great. Service was on point. Parking lot was huge. Overall, I enjoyed my supper and experience at this seafood resto. I recommend it.

    S'mores

    Love this place. Great food, amazing view! Come here every year. Definitely recommend.

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    Ask the Community - Moonraker Restaurant

    Does Happy Hour food include gluten free fish and chips?

    The fish and chips is always on our bar menu, but not discounted for happy hour

    Happy hour hours?

    4-6 mon-fri

    Happy hour food menu?

    Hello, we offer oysters at a discounted rate, along with a selection of alcoholic beverages that are also discounted

    Can I call to make a reservation on a certain area of the restaurant?

    Their phone number, (650)557.7025, is posted on their website; however, they encourage booking reservations via their website wherein you can pay to upgrade your booking to choose your specific table.

    Is there a kids menu?

    No they don’t have

    Can I take my drink from happy hour to my dinner table?

    Yes, you can. We usually close out our tab in the bar before we head to our table in the restaurant.

    Do you still have Sunday all you can eat brunch?

    No we discontinued that after Covid

    When is there live music?

    Friday and Saturday nights

    Whn is there live music?

    Yes live piano music Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday

    Can you make a reservation for a bar table for happy hour?

    Hi Nancy Unfortunately not. We recommend coming in at 4pm any day we are open for best seating as we fill up quickly.

    Do you accept reservations 15-20 people and can we set the menu?

    In most cases yes, please call 650.557.7025 and we can assist you in making that reservation.

    Does the $20 reservation fee get credited towards the total?

    Greetings, when we dined there last October, the reservation fee was not credited towards the total bill (separate fee...worth it from my perspective)

    Do you still have happy hour on the weekends?

    4pm-6pm everyday except Thursday 4pm-9pm!

    Is there still a Sunday brunch buffet? If so, how much?

    They serve lunch on Saturday & Sunday from 12 to 4.

    Two of my friends and I have scoured through Moonraker's website trying to find a lunch/brunch menu ? Can anyone direct me to it.…

    https://www.moonrakerpacifica.com/

    Do you see surfers from here?

    Yes if you get window seats while you eat yes you can. Or you can seat at the bar and get drinks and see them as well. It's a sight to see from Moonrakers

    Do you have kids menu?

    Yes

    Do you plan on bringing back the all you can eat weekend brunch?

    Is there a dress code?

    No, although it has to be more appropriate for outside wear

    What time is the happy hour?

    Hi per the website happy hour mon-sun 4-6pm daily

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