Cool, historic restaurant tucked away in a small residential neighborhood off Hwy 1, and water front with beautiful ocean views. The veggie sandwich was delicious and the ciabatta bun it was served on was so soft and tasty, as well as the veggies and sauce. I enjoyed my Prohibition Mai Tai (the restaurant has a history of bootlegging and ghosts) and M enjoyed The Blue Lady (cocktail, not the ghost!) Service was pleasant and prompt and they were able to seat us at the window with a great view. There is also an outside patio, but it was full, but that was a blessing because the view is a bit better from inside! read more

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This restaurant has the most beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean. It's a historic landmark and they say it's haunted. I do wanna go back to try out their drinks at the bar tho :). It's a beautiful place to visit. read more

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One of my favorite local hangouts, serving excellent food with an amazing ocean view. Mel is extremely knowledgeable about the menu and very attentive to her customers. 5 stars all around!! read more

I have this theory that restaurants are only as good as they have to be in order to fill their seats. With a restaurant like this, the atmosphere and view are good enough that their food could be awful and still have a full house. But that's not this restaurant; it was the best meal I have had in a long time. Specifically, I had the best cioppino I have ever had, and I am a bit of a cioppono connoisseur. I have had cioppono in around 30-40 different restaurants. Their cioppono was stocked with wonderful freah seafood, and the base was so tasty I wanted a straw to capture every drop. If you have the option go there a half hour before sunset, get a patio seat, bring a blanket and snuggle up next to your date. It will be a night to remember. read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Historical Landmark - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

The food was great and they accommodated by food allergies so nicely! MEL was AMAZING as our server!!! The view was beautiful also read more

Mel was the best! The food was great also but she sealed the deal. I'll be back for her! Love Mel and the food!!!!!

My Favorite Local Spot Moss Beach Distillery is hands down my go-to hangout spot. The views are always incredible, the vibe is relaxed, and it just feels like home every time I'm there. I also love the interior. Huge shoutout to the bartenders, Chris and Joey -- they are the best. Always friendly, super attentive, and make great drinks every time! They remember people and make everyone feel welcome, which is a big reason I keep coming back. We also tried the fish special yesterday -- a panko-crusted petrale sole with wild rice and veggies -- and it was amazing. Seriously 5 stars. The portion was huge (easily enough for two people) and everything was cooked perfectly. Great deal for the price (I think it was $33). And over the years, I've met some really cool people there. If you're in the area, this is the place to be. Always a great time. read more

Waitress Susan made our experience at Moss Beach Distillery a delight. She has a welcoming spirit Our food was delicious. Will go back and recommend it read more

I haven't been here in years; hasn't changed much other than there now appears to be tables outside & way back when you could just sit on the ground, order a drink & watch the sunset. For this visit we sat inside, cocktails all around, service was on point. I had ordered a mojito & oddly it came with very little to no mint? Maybe they were out? The best part is the mint. Everyone else's drinks from the lemon drop to the manhattan & wine were solid. Next was an appetizer of the fried artichoke hearts, okay. There was an order of the stuffed salmon, the pasta with shrimp & clams, pasta & steak, & crab cakes. The salmon was a tad over cooked; the pasta dishes were loaded; the salad under the crab cakes was meh 2 folks wanted the burger, but the kitchen fan, was it, was not working & we were told cooking the hamburgers tends to smoke out the restaurant; please let us know when such is fixed, hopefully sooner than later! Isn't the kitchen fan / hood a must have in a restaurant? Ok so this visit didn't go so great, but more than willing to return once the hood is up & operational & hamburgers are up for grabs. read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Best sunset viewing, for me . - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

I have dined at this location many times. Each time has been memorable. The wait staff is patient and knowledgeable. The food is well prepared and presented hot. The bar is well stocked and busy. If one decides to sit outside by the fire pit, the staff attempts to make this option very pleasant. Try them, you will like them. read more

Stopped by for lunch after visiting the nearby Fitzgerald Reserve. Great view, great service and delicious lunch. The French onion soup was my favorite. Wide array of menu options and we definitely left satisfied. read more

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This is a landmark at Moss Beach, but it's a bit dated. From the decor, to the lounge music, to the menu, it's a place your grandparents would love. But don't get me wrong, there's still plenty for everyone to enjoy. The view is spectacular. The patio is right by the beach, and there are plenty of heaters to keep you warm. The inside is surrounded by large glass windows so there's still a great view. We arrived around 1pm on a Saturday and it was still pretty busy from lunch. The patio was full, and we snagged the last table inside. The couple behind us had to sit at the bar. The menu is very basic Americana "shore food", like fish and chips, clam chowder, burgers, etc. The food and service was good. My only complaint is my water glass smelled strongly of detergent. What we had: + Caesar salad - basic but good. No anchovies, but lots of shaved Parmesan. + Dos fish tacos - you can choose grilled or fried, and of course, I go with the fried. Both tacos were a good size (larger than street tacos) and was quite good. + Triple sliders - 3 mini burgers. One had mushrooms, one had onions, and one had bacon. They were all pretty meaty and tasted good. Overall, a nice place to have a good meal and relax with a drink by the ocean. read more

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Really awesome spot that is great for any party size. Service was amazing, and our table of 15 or so had such a time. For sharing, we ordered the fried pickles, oysters, and fried artichokes. All were legit amazing! For my main course, I ordered the two pork chops, and they were hands down the best I've had. The only downfall is that I have to travel a billion miles just to go back to get them. Super flavorful, great presentation, and juicy. Our group also ordered a plethora of desserts to try everything. Their old fashions were a bit odd, as they had muddled fruits and soda water? Not really a great drink, but perhaps stick with wine. read more

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The service was excellent! I loved the food. I had the mushroom ravioli which was great. The clam chowder was excellent. The look of the place was okay. It would be nice if they had a couple more fish entree options. read more

dont bother..... crab and shrimp quesadilla NO doubt came out of a can .....really bad $30 + too bad used to be good

The view and the trip to get here are the most rewarding. Absolutely beautiful location. Food was a solid 8/10, everything tasted good. Mango margaritas were amazing! FYI: The onion rings are massive. read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

Drove over from the Peninsula for late lunch on Labor Day. LOVE the beer battered artichoke hearts !!! And once again our server was lovely Susan. So appreciate her warm, welcoming, kind demeanor. read more

Came here after visiting the elephant seals at Ano Nuevo. The best way to end the day! Food was fantastic and our server, Mel, was exceptional! Our dietary restrictions did not faze Mel at all... everything was perfect! read more

Food is decent. Service is stellar. This restaurant seems like it's been around for a while. It even has a 2-person working elevator which appears to be an antique. Nice ocean views with a bar. The French onion soup was excellent. One of the best I've had. Overall, guests were satisfied with their entrees. Has a parking lot on site but this restaurant is busy and the lot does get full on the weekend which may result in some guests parking on the street. read more

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Great service, food and views that can't be beat! The cioppino had great flavor and came with plenty of mussels, clams, fish and shrimp. The bread was soft and great for sponging up the soup. The steamers were also good ... we got a side of fries with it. Lot of the clams and mussels with meat intact ... not cracked shells and missing meat like some places I've been to. Good quality. Others ordered the fish tacos, sliders and linguini and were happy with their meals. Lots of variety on the menu for all. After our meal we went downstairs to the bar and outdoor seating area. We sat on the benches and had some warm Irish coffees ... hoping to spot some whales. Love the location and service was great. I'll be back when I'm in the area! read more

We had the pleasure of being served by Mel, who has been working there for 29 years, treated us like royalty, was so kind, and the food was incredible with sunset view and whales! Not much more you can ask for. Thank you, Mel! read more

Very good food and very nice staff ,will return. Nice view and was a nice drive to get there

Go for the views!! Good food and service, but pricy as you're paying for the ocean view.

I ordered the seafood sampler plate it came with a variety of calamari, fried cod and large shrimps. The food was absolutely fresh and delicious. The service was impeccable and friendly and it is a nicely tucked away right off of the highway with absolutely breathtaking views of the ocean with an option to sit inside or out. We will definitely be back as I have family in half moon bay. read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Seafood platter. - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

Food is always consistently good. We have great service. Recommend making a reservation, but have also walked in before. We love sitting on the patio area and bringing our dog. There is nothing more relaxing than listening to the waves crash while sitting near the fire pits. read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Patio seating! Dogs welcome! - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

Dog friendly outside! Note, there was a line on a Saturday even when we arrived 10 mins before opening. You can make a reservation so recommend doing that if you have the foresight. We sat outside with a nice view of the ocean. The seafood platter with calamari, fried fish, etc was yummy and the cioppino was good as well. Garlic bread was delicious. The garlic fries however were the highlight here! read more

Amazing views and ambiance and the food is spectacular! Definitely make a reservation. Go at sunset if you can. Dress very warmly. I mean, bring way more layers than you think you need and then add some more! Gets very cold and breezy! read more

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Wait times are crazy long which should be a good sign on a Saturday. If you are able to snag a window seat the view is nice. Unfortunately 12 dollars for a kids plate of Kraft brand mac and cheese with fries seems a little steep given that it's a boxed brand. The tuna in the sandwich I ordered was well seared but the layers of pickled ginger didn't allow me to taste the wasabi aioli or much of the tuna. The servers were perfectly friendly and attentive. read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Yellowfin Tuna Sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

An old favorite when driving down to the coast at Half Moon Bay. Good dishes for all and what great views. Have returned often through the years. read more

Def a classic staple for HMB. This place fills fast so if you're def set on coming..you should make reservations otherwise the wait can be long. They have a full service bar for walk ins. But on a really nice day these and the outdoor patio go fast. I tried the shrimp with fries and the seafood quesadilla. Both were delicious with huge portions. Also tried the cocktail and some champagne to get the day going. Their cocktails are no joke. Their huge And strong. Overall great place to hang, have great food and enjoy the coast. read more

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Great views, fun atmosphere and lots of history. Food is really good and consistent, service is great and it's loaded with history. Bar is a fun hangout too - lots of locals happy hour. And - dogs welcome on patio with a special doggo menu! read more

Had a wonderful afternoon on the patio. Oysters and seared sesame tuna were delicious. A storied venue to boot! read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Oysters, sesame seared tuna - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

We have been here many times before and enjoyed the food and drinks. We went on the Fourth of July as we were excited about having lunch at the distillery, especially about the distillery burger. Unfortunately, the exhaust in the kitchen was not working properly, which was causing smoke inside the kitchen, so they couldn't make the burgers. So we decided to get the chicken sandwich and the seafood platter. We noticed they downsized the seafood platter as we had this plate before. Before, they would serve three pieces of fish and now only one, and light on calamari and prawns. The fries were soggy and cold. The chicken sandwich had no taste. For drinks, I had a vodka martini straight up, which was fine, and my partner had a Caipirinha which fell a bit short. The service was OK. Hope things get better as we really like this place. read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

Really great experience I come here with my family all the time the place is super nice, friendly vibe and clean, and the view is so beautiful Chopino IS GREAT, the food is always fresh Sea food is ON POINT You can bring a date, your parents, family dinner. The barman make really tasty drinks Make reservations is convenient for secure a place It could get crowded, so my recommendation is to get someone at 11:45am to get in line before they open. The stuff is really friendly 5 out of 5 read more

One of my favorite stops for coastal adventures. The service was wonderful as always, I can't recall her name but she is the super petite lady. I can't get enough of the views and it's wonderful to warm up in the dining room on a blustery day. Warmer days should be spent on the patio (dog friendly!) The food? This visit we had some hits, misses and maybes... Hits: crab cakes are a whole vibe. I love the freshness of the jicama and chimichurri that accompanied them. They did not skimp on the crab. The burger was epic, as big as my child's face - would be a good one to share! Maybes: Mushroom Ravioli - they went a bit heavy on the tomato cream sauce, it overwhelmed the ravioli. They should be wading, not swimming. Fish and chips- flavor was good, but the batter was squishy...also, they use a plate with a ditch and filled it with tartar sauce (not a fan), they should supply little dipping dishes for vinegar, etc Miss - did not love the cheesy garlic bread and crab. Honestly, was hoping for something like the fish market and this was not it. I will be back again and again and again! read more

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Took my mom here for lunch for her birthday along with a couple of dogs so we sat outside, we went towards the end of the lunch rush without reservations so we did get lucky to find a table outside, there's lots of dogs on the patio so be weary of that if you're worried about your dog and how they might react, there were dogs of all shapes and sizes at majority of the tables. The food itself was good, my server was very friendly and helped find alternatives for me since I can't have gluten, it was very nice how accommodating they were with this. The outside patio was a perfect way to spend a nice afternoon, not too foggy, not too sunny and hearing the ocean waves in the background is a perfect way to spend your lunch! read more

Our server Susan was very kind and knowledgable. She went above and beyond to make our experience there enjoyable and memorable. My mom loved the salmon stuffed with pesto and grilled vegetables, and I enjoyed my chicken sandwich. read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Salmon stuffed with pesto and grilled vegetables - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

We had lunch here to celebrate a friend's birthday. I had the Cioppino after seeing so many people around order it. And boy was I glad I did. It was the very best Cioppino I've had! Our waiter, Tan, was funny and courteous. Everyone in our group enjoyed their food and drinks. This review would be incomplete without mentioning the bread they serve at the start. It was warm and tasted like homemade goodness. Getting to Half Moon Bay is a bit of a drive and you never know how bad traffic will get, but I'm willing to risk it again for the Cioppino! I definitely recommend read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Cioppino - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

The lady in blue never showed herself. Went for the first time for my 45th Birthday and I loved it! Staff was awesome. We sat out side with a great view of the water. Fire pits and heaters kept us toasty along with the drinks. We had a few drinks and some oysters. I watched food come out the whole time and I cant wait to return to try it all. read more

Moss Beach Distillery - Our view - Seafood Near Me - Moss Beach, California

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This place is consistently good and one of my favorite restaurants in the area. The view of the ocean is spectacular, even on those cloudy days. They have an outdoor patio with fire pits, which is awesome for drinks and apps. I always sit out there first before going inside for my entrée. The skirt steak is wonderful every time, the pesto salmon is super tender and delicious, and don't sleep on the seafood quesadilla. The apps are also pretty good. I typically go for the calamari and artichoke hearts. There's a sesame coleslaw that comes with the calamari and it's actually delicious. Overall, great ambiance, friendly staff, and consistently good food. read more