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    NDMK Fish House

    4.1 (822 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Seafood, Poke
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Good for kids

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    Chicken Bowl
    Savannah C.

    Food was good! Restaurant itself is kind of small, door is open so flies are always coming in (like there was constant swatting of my flies away my face and food) Service is good, but could be improved on. I'd come again, it's just when I have sushi, I expect an elegance of some sorts & it did not feel elegant in here. It was just a chill place not a fancy sushi dinner place. The mango and salmon roll sooo yummy!!!

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    Ryan C.

    Came for a 6pm dinner but they were out of a few options. We ordered based off their "fresh catch" list. Fish was delish, just wish I could have tried the cioppini which they were out of. Only a few beers on tap. One of the each type I'd say.

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    K B.

    Worth the Stop in Avalon? Let's Talk About It. Q: When did you go and what was the wait like? A: Monday, fresh off a cruise around noon. About a 10-minute wait-completely reasonable. Q: First impression? A: I've been to Catalina Island more times than I can count, and somehow this spot never crossed my path until now. That alone surprised me. Q: What did you order? A: Fish and chips-and listen... it was slapping. The mahi mahi was full-bodied, flaky, and moist. The batter? Perfectly seasoned, which is rare without heavy breading. The fries were seasoned and jammin'. If you're a fry person, this combo delivers. (All local fish not available so don't get your palette to water. I preferred bass but I ate the mahi). Q: Why not something else like sushi? A: I considered it-but sushi is easy to find. Fish and chips made with mahi mahi instead of cod? That's a different conversation. I was here for it. Q: How was the service? A: One main waiter with support-but honestly, he was doing everything: host, server, cashier, manager. Easy on the eyes and efficient. Didn't miss a beat. Q: What about other food you saw? A: I was watching plates come out-everything looked worth trying. That's always a good sign. Q: Anything unexpected stand out? A: The fountain coke. No joke. I only drink fountain coke, and this was one of the best I've had. Q: What's the vibe and seating like? A: Small eatery. One table fits about 8, others are 2-4 tops plus a counter. Intimate, not cramped. Q: Accessibility and parking? A: Parking will be a challenge (typical Avalon). Wheelchairs can get in, but motorized chairs may struggle. The hallway to the restroom is tight, something to consider. Q: Price point-a little surprised? A: You might think it's a little pricey in the moment, but afterward? I didn't think about it at all. I'm general eating out is making me stay at home. Thank goodness I can cook. Q: Final take? A: Support this local spot. Solid food, efficient service, and a menu worth exploring. I'll be back. Hot tip: Cash is still king 3.5% charge for card -----"Local businesses are the lifeblood of any community."

    Richard F.

    The fish collars are a must, whenever they have them available Food/Drink- 4 stars Similar to my past visit here, the food is decent, but I enjoyed the local and fresh fish they had available. The swordfish collar they had was divine, and I still think about it. The spiny lobster was good and had an excellent fish roe rice pilaf on it (but my main complaint was that it was overcooked, which defeats the purpose of fresh seafood). Service- 5 stars Their a bit understaffed, but the workers that are there are professional and attentive Bottom Line If your budget can handle it, I would highly recommend getting their fish collars here when they have it available

    Lobster salad sandwich
    Stephanie H.

    The service was very friendly and fast even though they were busy. They were sold out of most of the local options when we visited but the sandwich was a tasty alternative and it paired nicely with a glass of white wine and the ocean view.

    Jasmine T.

    The food was amazing and that made up for everything else. The wait was short overall. They seemed to only have one server so the service was kind of slow. The food does come out pretty quickly once you're able to order. The ceviche was fresh and the sushi was delicious. Would definitely go back any time I'm in Catalina.

    Mishel D.

    After a few days of eating cruise food I couldn't wait to eat anything else. We got so lucky finding NDMK. My sushi rolls were so good. My husband had the fish tacos and the portions are large and everything is fresh and yummy.

    Cioppino and fish and chips
    Dilyara B.

    Pronounced "Endemic" We came here for dinner with a group, and it was a hit across the table. I ordered the Rattlesnake sushi roll - eel, shrimp, and avocado finished with black sesame and fresh green onion - a rich well-balanced bite that stayed with me long enough to bring me back again for lunch. What really makes NDMK special is its commitment to local fish and local sourcing. I love supporting businesses like this -- especially after seeing so many places around the world become gentrified into the same pizza-and-burger menus (from Copenhagen to Prague to Amsterdam to Dubrovnik). NDMK feels rooted in Catalina in the best way: supporting local fishermen and farms while delivering food that's thoughtful, fresh, and genuinely delicious. This is exactly the kind of place I want to return to -- and recommend to anyone visiting the island. Tip: We brought our own water/tea based on other reviews, which worked out nicely. They don't seem to offer tea, and hot water was served in plastic cups; otherwise, water comes in plastic bottles. A small detail, but worth noting.

    blackened cod
    Evan W.

    Came here on a rainy day on New Year's eve. The inside felt very cozy, like a fish house almost. The service was great, we were served promptly. this restaurant does the kinda shady thing where if you ask for water, they'll give you bottled water and charge you for it later (without your knowing). Luckily I caught on and asked the waiter about it and bro was a homie, he said he not to worry about it ;) The food was pretty good! I think the lobster roll was mostly worth it, decent amount of lobster for its price point. The blackened fish, although good, was just not filling enough to justify its price point.

    November 1, 2025 | Saturday | Outside
    Shantelle S.

    November 1, 2025 | Catalina Island Avalon | After spending the day on the island, and before boarding the ferry, I was craving a bite to eat! NDMK Fish House was a wonderful and tasty find! Poke Bowl w/Salmon $23 | Delicious, and plentiful! What a great mix of tasty bites: edamame, seaweed salad, avocado, wonton crisps and Housemade Hawaiian style poke sauce... Score! I opted for the half-and-half; has rice and half lettuce! Perfect! The bowls are quite huge, so I couldn't quite eat it all! While I selected salmon, you can also choose between tofu and tuna! Customer Service | Friendly, welcoming, and helpful with the menu! Seating | Plentiful, as well as seating in front of the window, which looks out at the ocean in the distance! This place became very busy! Decor | Very beach-y! I found myself constantly looking around, especially at the screens as the huge waves flashed across the screens! Overall | Yes, I would definitely love to dine here again and try more items on the menu! Thanks again for friendly customer service and a mouthwatering poke bowl!

    Very delicious, fresh and great customer service

    Great quality awesome customer service lots of options also had the ceviche, and a burger all were great choices family friendly

    Fish & chips

    Wow. Fish and chips, get it here! So fresh not greasy! Sushi was good too o! Red ripper pictures. Def recommend.. Moscow mule was great too! Service was quick too.

    Halibut and chips-so good!
    Heidy C.

    Came here after doing the tour of Discover Avalon. I wanted fish and chips. Not very many places I have gone to where they provide a variety of fish to select from for your fish and chips. So I asked our server which fish he recommends. He said that his favorite was the halibut. We took his suggestion and ordered the halibut fish and chips along with the shrimp appetizer. I wasn't sure what to expect because I have ordered cod or rockfish for fish options in the past. Food arrives and both items came freshly cooked. Took a bite of our fish and my Hubby and I were pleasantly surprised by how good it was. Juicy, not dry and batter was perfect balance. Shrimp appetizer was so delicious and the size was not small. Casual setting and it was 1 server the whole time. Food was coming out fast. We highly recommend this place and when we come back to Catalina- we will definitely be back.

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    Can you make reservations or first come first serve basis?

    Pretty sure it's first come, first serve.. Well worth the wait, tho!! They are great!

    Do they accommodate vegetarians?

    NDMK Fish House has a Poke Bowl that you can have made with tofu, instead of fish. They have a seaweed salad as well as green salad and I think all of the side dishes are vegetarian, like rice, fries & sautéed vegetables.… Read more

    How much for lobster?

    It's always the same whether you order local Catalina or Maine lobster it MP ( market price).

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