If you're looking for a spot in Pacifica with a view that actually makes you forget--if only for a second--how much you're spending, Nick's Seafood is the place. I came here for a special birthday meal, and while the bill at the end gave me little heart palpitations, the overall experience was great although I would have appreciated a birthday nod like free dessert or a something. I felt bad about the lack of bday recognition but you live and learn. The vibe here is interesting--it's a bit of a "tale of two rooms." The bar area is dark, moody, and has that classic lounge feel, while the dining side is bright, bustling, and alive with conversation. But let's be honest: you're here for the view. Looking out at the ocean is truly breathtaking and adds a layer of magic to the meal. We started with the prawns appetizer which was a solid setup for the main event. We loved the tangy tartar sauce that paired well with the fried prawn and did not make us feel bloated or greasy. The Crab Sandwich is the star of the show. At first glance, it's a simple "no-frills" situation--just a massive pile of fresh crab and mayo on bread but it is definitely a winner. Theres a reason why the prices don't stop these baby's from flying out of the kitchen faster than the boy's can serve them. Our server, Armando, mentioned that the sandwich is big enough to share. However, since it was a birthday, I figured we deserved our own! It is absolutely huge. I added avocado to mine, but fair warning: it was nearly a $4 upcharge, which felt a little steep. Speaking of the service, Armando was a gracious host and an even better server. Even though we were there close to closing time, the staff remained incredibly attentive. We never felt rushed, and the service stayed top-tier until the end. Now here's my take, for two people (sandwiches, avocado, prawns, and $4 sodas--not sure if refills are free!), the total came to $144 before tax. It is definitely an investment. Between the "market price" crab and the premium add-ons, the costs add up fast. I won't be a weekly regular at these prices, but for a special occasion where you want great service, delicious seafood, and a world-class view, I highly recommend it. I can't wait to come back for the next big celebration! read more

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A seafood, brunch restaurant right along the coast with its own private parking? Lounge area, dance floor, bar seating, booth seating, tables, full on entrees, breakfast, and lots of options? Sign me up! I got your most basic sausage and cheddar omelette and it did not disappoint! Ample cheese, ample sausage! Toast was great, but very buttery, so beware if you don't eat butter. Friends wanted to sub their sides for biscuits and gravy, and server said she would ask. Any alterations we wanted (extra hollandaise sauce, no bell peppers, etc.) we asked for, our server was kind and showed no annoyance at all, which was greatly appreciated. Coffees are great, drinks are great, and pricing is decent. Went in on a Sunday, got seated in the lounge immediately for a group of 5. I'll be back here for sure if I'm ever in the area! read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Sausage and cheddar omelette - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

Tasty, friendly, and very beachy. We were visiting the area and wanted a bite to eat with a good view, well Nick's has that in spades. There was a slight wait to get a table, but we got a drink while we waited. I got the Alfredo shrimp with a side salad and my friend got the crab sandwich. It was all so delicious with good portions. My only concern was the friendliness. Our server was amazing, but everyone else we encountered, a bit stand offish. I might go back and might not. read more

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Food, service, beachside view, can't go wrong with Nick's, live music Friday and Saturday night. :) read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Crab/Shrimp Louie salad, good for 2 or to share - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

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I vaguely remembered this location from years ago (pre-covid). But I dont remember ever ordering their crab sandwich, so when I was in the area, I decided to go inside. Orders: Cup of clam chowder 1/2 sandwich of their crab sandwich with fries Total: $46.65 (without tip) I will start of with how huge this sandwich is - it is a large slab of grilled sourdough! The dungenness crav with tomato is a huge heap that you might want to have a knife and fork to help you through this. The fries are thick cut and fresh from the fryer. The clam chowder soup... I didnt take a picture of only because I dug right in. There was a good portion of clam, and I love how it doesn't taste watered down like in some areas. It was pretty creamy and I would definitely order again. Definitely stop by and try it out. J saw people walk in and sit, read a book by the window (i assume they came by early for the spot!). I am tempted to try their crab fettuccine alfredo next time or their fettuccine shell feast. read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Grilled crab Sandwich (1/2 sandwich) with fries - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

So very disappointing. On our coastal trip we chose Nicks for lunch. Fantastic location and don't mind the old supper club building, it's cool. We chose fish and chips and fish tacos. When my fish and chips arrives I was thrilled. My eyes were pleased with these two big chunky pieces of fish. But when I took my first bite my mouth was full of a big wad of breading. It wasn't tempura. It was almost like the coating for a corn dog. The giant chunky piece of fish was not fish. It was 95% breading. The fish was a tiny thin white paper thin filet. It was the same fish on my husbands tacos too. And this place isn't cheap. Over $25 each. I've included a picture of all the breading. No way it was something you wanted to eat. Really disappointing. There as about 1/2 cup of fish when all said and done. The 2 stars are for the kind servers and great location. read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Extremely disappointing fish. - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

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True comfort! Know what you are signed up to experience... be respectful and appreciative. The blue pleather seats, the hard working staff and locals. You are going for a special view of the Pacific Ocean. It isn't a high dining experience, but there is good food and good service. It is pricy, but you will be treated well and have a good meal. I go here when I need to reset and unwind. The crab sandwich 1/2 or whole is unique. I make a trip to the coast about every few months, but this is a must experience. read more

I've frequented Nick's since my HS days and it hasn't changed much, except that it is busier now than then. If you want to avoid the crowds, then a weekday is best but still worth the wait on the weekend. They also have an employee outside now who ensures the parking spots stay open for people dining at the restaurant versus visiting the beach. Because it's right on the ocean, you can enjoy a nice stroll outside while waiting for your table or after your meal. The inside is pretty outdated but clean. The servers have always been very nice and attentive, no matter how busy it gets. I always get the crab sandwich, of course, which you can get in a half or full. I also get the yummy bread and their dessert is also delicious. I do wish they had the baked potato available during their lunch hours, but the fries are great too. read more

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Tried this place for the first time yesterday--everything was fresh and delicious, especially the calamari, garlic bread, and fish and chips. Our waiter Jim really made the experience--super friendly, funny, and always one step ahead. You can tell he loves what he does. Overall, a great experience! read more

Friendly service and nice location to walk along the water afterwards! - Crab sandwich: market price at the time was $45 . The bread was nice and crispy. The crab was not as flavorful or sweet, hoping they don't use canned crab but not sure. Had more mayo than I prefer - Fish tacos : hefty taco with lots piled on. Wish there was option for fried fish read more

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Visited on a Saturday night with 4 friends, restaurant was quite busy around 6:45pm with a 45min wait for a table when we checked with the host so added our names to the wait-list. We decided to do drinks and snacks in the lounge which was first come first served. After about a 40 min wait our table was ready and we were seated for dinner. Drinks: Hot Buttered Rum - a special cocktail for the season, this was very tasty, definitely sweet and dessert like but felt well balanced not too boozey, served warm with whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon Food: Garlic Bread - came with 8 pieces, sourdough had a nice light tangy flavor, nice crust and was nice and buttery with a subtle garlic flavor wish there was a bit more of a garlic punch but solid appetizer Potato Skins - came with 3 halves loaded with melted cheddar cheese, scallions, and bacon bits, served with ranch and sour cream which made for a nice cool creamy contrast Clam chowder - pretty good, came piping hot, nice creamy texture that was rich and not too thick, generous amount of clams and potatoes, well seamed with nice clam flavor throughout Dungeness Crab Sandwich - so good, great griddled slice of sourdough bread, crab was lightly seasoned with a subtle sweetness and a hint of salinity from the ocean, felt like a generous portion for our whole sandwich that I shared with a friend, server asked if we wanted garlic butter for dipping which we did get, was tasty but preferred the sandwich in its own, garlic butter was fairly mild with lots of sweet roasted garlic flavor Sauteed Prawns- 6 large prawns that were perfectly cooked, nice light bouncy texture, mashed potatoes paired nicely with this since the sauce was buttery and garlic forward, grilled veggies on this were fairly standard Service was excellent our server was warm friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and specials for our seated dinner. Staff had great recommendations and was really on top of getting everyone what they needed throughout the meal. Team brought out all the condiments without us needing to ask including garlic butter for dipping the sandwiches, and ketchup for the fries. Water was refilled throughout our meal overall attentive and great service. Had a wonderful evening at Nick's, loved the old school charm of this place, the stage in the lounge with a live band o. The Saturday night we visited was amazing. Food we ordered was tasty and well prepared. Would definitely come back to Nick's for a festive evening and delicious seafood. read more

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I love Nick's! It is located in a premium spot, right next to the ocean. Food is decent. Great cocktails and drinks. Nice bar area, lounge tables with a view. I've been here during the day but I see that they have a stage and live bands. This looks fun for a future visit. There is plenty of parking behind the restaurant. It is also located near shops. read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Bday dessert - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

Visited this place on a recommendation from one of my employees and so glad we came here. The ambiance is amazing right on the water and with fantastic views of the water and cliffs. The service was spectacular and we enjoyed the entire time with our server Jim the whole time. Now for the food was delicious and full of flavor and tremendous. The lobster was cooked perfectly and had good seasoning. The prime rib was good and overall cooked perfectly and could have a little more seasoning but overall the entire experience was awesome! Definitely a must try if you are in the area. The following day we also had breakfast as we learned they had a good breakfast and brunch and it was great as well! Will certainly be back! read more

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blown away by this place ! A perfect view of the ocean to match a perfect dinner. The prime rib was amazing. Also, our waitress Fallyn was the BEST!! She went above and beyond for us and made our meal even more enjoyable. The live music was also a great pair. read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Prime rib - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

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Amazing amazing amazing! Wow, we had the most amazing time today Valentine's Day dinner was so delicious. We first tried the clam chowder, which was the best I have ever had! Then we tried the crabcakes which were downright delicious. I had the filet mignon with a baked potato, and that was really good and tasty and tender. My husband had the lobster and sirloin, and he said it was really good as well. We definitely had an amazing awesome time in Pacifica and Nick's really just came through for us. The service was amazing and the restaurant is super old-school cool. We really enjoyed the bar and live music as well. Definitely try this place out If you're in this area it will be totally worth your while. read more

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What really can be said about this place that hasn't already been said? I guess I'm just confirming what every else is saying. Nicks has been around since 1927, and from the moment you walk in and until you leave, you feel like you've stepped into some roaring 20's class. Walk into the bar/lounge area and you'll probably hear Frank Sinatra playing on the radio. There's a stage where bands play in the evenings. Food here is on the pricier side, but using my usual standard of, "Is the juice worth the squeeze?" Yes, Nicks is worth every penny. I think the first time I ate here I had pasta, and this time I had the crab sandwich (pictured) What makes the meal so good? Generous portions of crab, between 2 thick slices of quality sourdough, toasted to perfect and buttered. Even the fries are done with some skill, tasting like they had been sliced, par boiled, then fried in duck fat. We also had the garlic bread (that uses the same sourdough) and a shrimp cocktail. Overall service was OK. Wasn't stellar, but it was crowded so I can understand some delay. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area and love old school seafood and pasta. read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Half Crab Sammich, Fries. - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

Really enjoyed Nick's for lunch on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. The crab sandwich is delicious and a generous portion size. We also ordered the potato skins which were tasty and large enough that we brought two home. Service was very friendly. I'll definitely be back when I'm craving some crab. read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Crab sandwich (1/2 portion) - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

Wow! This was such a great find. We were out in pacific picking up trash on the beach and this spot came up with great reviews about their crab sandwiches. They have their own parking lot so parking is not an issue. The space is huge and we were seated within 10 mins without reservations just be for the lunch rush. The staff was on point from the moment we pulled in to park with warm greetings. The service kept our glasses full. The food was delicious and the amount of crab was an abundance. The classic seating of high booths and regular customers who seemed to know how special this place is. The ambience is good for family gatherings, meeting friends or enjoying the view of the coast out the window. Everyone enjoyed their meals from 9 years old to 70 years old. I split the crab sandwich with my mom as the portion was generous. read more

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I wanted to add a photo of the lobster ravioli specifically since I couldn't find one in the reviews. It's delicious, it's in a brandy cream sauce and small chunks of lobster in the ravioli. read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Lobster ravioli - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

The customer service was impeccable! The dinner and view was so beautiful! Perfect day to go! The sunsets are amazing right from your dinner seat! Crab sandwich was 10/10! Clam chowder was so good! Calamari was really good too! My father in law had the lobster tail and steak! Again' 10/10! The skirt steak was awesome!! I definitely recommend this restaurant and will be back! Oh! Mud pie was delicious!!! Fish and chips awesome! Can't say anything bad!! Love this place! read more

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If you are looking for the best Dungeness Crab Sandwich, Nick's is the place to go. The toasty, buttery, generously portioned Dungeness crab sandwich is to die for. Simple yet perfect at the same time. The diner itself is clean and casual. Great views of the Pacific Ocean from the windows. Service is good. Not much to complain about. Prices are on the high side but for the quality of food, I can splurge a little for a good meal and a great location. read more

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Moody Sunday at noon, 2 for lunch. Attentive staff welcomed us and found just the right dining spot. Clam chowder to start, so delicious. Onion rings appetizer. Half crab sandwich with fries. Fish tacos with rice. Full house and staff serving everyone with care and good humor. I still like Nick's! read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - 7/27/25: Excellent clam chowder. House made, rich clam and salt flavors made this the today's favorite dish. - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

My mom and stepdad celebrated their 31st wedding annivesary at Nicks during the Independence Day weekend. Nicks is one of their favorite places to eat. They live in Yountville now, so the trip was definitely a momentous occasion. Nicks is an old-school seafood joint that seems to cater to a lto of regulars. I got the sense that many of the folks that were dining, we from Pacifica or very close. I like that. Anyway, my folks ate their both Saturday and Sunday evening and invited me to join. I am so glad that I did. The food excellent. On Night 1 I had the fish & chips. I think this is a house specialty and it was very good. Light, not greasy with big portions. Oh, yeah. On Night 2 I had the spaghetti with meatballs. Another good choice on this guy's part. I asked for "al dente" and got "al dente". WOOOH!!!! A good old-fashioned that Dean Martin would love. Others dishes ordered my the folks: crab sandwich, fried prawns, bucket of clams and shrimp & fries. I got a taste of their dishes and everything was excellent. A tip of the cap to our served Armando who was very attentive and accommodating. He deserves an "attaboy" from the top brass. And finally, a big thank-you to the manager who allowed us to stow away my stepdad's walker. He's a little slow in getting around and they were vey patient. Everyone was so helpful and gracious. Now for the pics. read more

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if you're looking for a good food with fresh seafood and a good view, this is the spot! my father in law brought my fiancé and i to this location and i was able to soak in the beautiful view of the sunset while enjoying delicious food! my go to is always the clam chowder , especially when it's cold! it's creamy, flavorful, and there's an abundance amount of clam. i also really enjoyed the garlic bread that's made by order. i'm not a huge garlic bread fan but this one, i would make an exception for. it was soft, warm and there's fresh garlic really made it hard to resist eating more! i was almost full by the time the clam chowder came. we ordered the calamari as well, crispy and had a nice chew to it. i forgot to take a picture of their world famous crab sandwich but it's definitely something you NEED to get when you're here! they even offer pickle fries which were just sliced pickles that have been fried. the crab is fresh , not fishy, and super filling! we ordered a full sandwich and split it in two but even then we were so full after a few bites ! the sandwich is packed with crab! we also added some avocado which paired so nicely with the tomato and crab! would definitely come again! i would suggest making reservations and being mindful that it seems like parking is limited in their lot. read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - garlic bread calamari - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

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Bartender's attitude. All we asked is if we could have our lamb very rare, because we didn't want to have to send it back to the kitchen if it was overcooked, wasting food. He went on some rant about how they'd been getting it right for 99 years, then trailed off without taking our order. Hey buddy, just say you'll put in our request. We don't need your scolding. read more

I always stop at this parking lot on the way home from the beach just to take in the beautiful view--but until now, I'd never caught the restaurant open. I happened to swing by around 5:30 PM on a Friday night and was thrilled to see it packed (always a good sign!). I let them know I was ordering to-go, and even though they were gearing up for their dance night event and the place was buzzing, service was fast and friendly. I'm obsessed with crab cakes, but they're often a letdown. Not here! These crab cakes were amazing--packed with real crab meat and not overly bready. Easily some of the best I've had. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu since I'm often in the area. And now that they've passed the crab cake test, I've got high hopes for everything else! read more

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calamari: delicious, comes with a good amount, the tartar sauce was light, can't go wrong here. clam chowder: I don't even like clam chowder, and this was delicious. chunks of clam, potatoes, delightful. comes with some oyster crackers that were a great texture on top. crab sandwich: amazing. honestly, I should've just gotten the half, but it was delicious. comes with a slice of tomato and what felt like a pound of crab PER HALF. comes with lemon (the acidity helped with how much crab was given), and a side of either steak cut fries or a salad (obviously, went with the fries). fettucini alfredo with crab: oh man, the garlic flavor, the cheese, the cream, the bites of crab? amazing. I would have also 1000% enjoyed this for $20 less as regular alfredo - or even opting for prawns instead if market price is too scary for you. the featured dessert was pistachio cookie and ice cream, with bits of pistachio on top and what tasted like the white chocolate chip pizookie from BJ's - I'm not a fan of that flavor profile so I only had a taste of this since it was loved by everyone else. no pistachio flavor but the center of the cookie was warm and doughy in a good way. also, any soda drinkers it's only one free refill per soda so be warned. we had a group of 11 adults and 3.5 kids (one baby in arms), and tip was not already included as well - I'll leave my receipt for you to browse through; however I only did a review on what I was able to try. read more

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I came to Nicks for a reception after someone dear to me passed away. The food was set up and everyone lined up to get food while entrees were served to them and you could grab your own salad and fruit. It was set up really nice and I love that it is on the water. You have beautiful views of the ocean and white tablecloths on all of the tables. Great experience under the circumstances. read more

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We've been coming here for a long time. Their food and service never disappoints. It's a great place to bring friends and enjoy a Crab sandwich or Fish and Chips. read more

When my wife and I need to get out of the house for some great seafood we drive out to Nick's. The Dungeons crab sandwich with a cup of clam chowder always hits the spot. I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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Nicks is an institution within Pacifica, well known for their crab sandwich among other seafood items and their prime location - perfectly situated to allow for exploring the trails, beaches, shops and piers of Pacifica. I'll admit - I have never had the pleasure of dining in as I only discovered it during COVID and began my journey by taking orders to go. I quickly became hooked and would treat myself to a crab sandwich whenever working in the area. The sandwich is perfectly toasted and offers crab meat that is sweet and not overly dressed - highlighting the freshness of their product. On top of all that, the staff and owners here treat everybody like family making it really hard not to come back - even with all the stuff crab sandwich competition within a 10 mile radius. read more

They were very busy on a Thursday night so glad I went early. My waitress and all the staff I interacted with were very friendly and accommodating. I ordered the crab sandwich (had to try it after all the reviews) and it was very good but should have just ordered a half sandwich, no way possible for me to eat more than half but made for good leftovers for later. It was pricier than I expected. Sandwich, fries and a Pepsi was over $50. I am glad I went as part of my solo vaction to the beach, we all deserve to spoil ourselves every now and then. read more

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First time being back since before the Pandemic. The bad: The bar needs help, young generation of folk that need to work on their cocktail skills. I ordered an old fashioned and it was served on crushed ice , my first sip was a mouthful of whiskey, and the simple syrup or muddled sugar was on the bottom. Cmon, at $15/drink you can do better. Sam's chowder makes an excellent old fashioned if youre interested. My wife had a really good cocktail at first, she suspects the second cocktail was watered down. My advice, bring your own liquor and come to Nicks for the food. The Good: best Prime Rib I have had in a long time, tender, au jus and horseradish perfect. My wife had the crab sandwich and she loved it, its her favorite meal to eat there. In conclusion, love the 50's Nostalgia vibe, service is good, our waitress was older, forgot her name but was a sweetheart, and the staff was friendly at the bar. Food is good, drinks are just ok. read more

Came here for an evening drink and to listen to some music. Wife and I found some decent seats in the lounge area. Watched everyone around us arrive, get their orders taken and served. The guy (waiter) literally walked by us 6 or 7 times without even an acknowledgment. Final straw after 45 minutes was a couple sat right next to us and was waited on immediately. We left and will never return again. Gotta do better guys! read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

Oh my, Nicks Cafe at Rockaway Beach was a wonderful meal. Look at the Menu, everything sounds great and believe me it is. Our group had been here before and we hadn't and it was the perfect choice for a Sunday afternoon. We started with drinks. I chose the Pineapple Martini, it was perfect. Others ordered a Stout beer, a Cider, a Stella and an imported beer, all good. In fact we ordered another round. Our waitress was delightful and attentive. Our table had a wonderful view of the beach outside on this somewhat gloomy Pacifica Sunday. It was what I expected. We started with apps. The Breaded jumbo prawn, the prawn cocktail, and Mussels. The toasted bread was sooo good. It helped that we were hungry. Our order was the delicious Crab sandwich with tasty fresh fries. I opted for a 1/2 crab sandwich and cup of clam chowder. I loved this chowder so much i would get a bowl next time. Others ordered the Dover fish, one with baked potatoe, the other with mash and veggies. There were no complaints. We will be returning! read more

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Great service & view! Their famous crab sandwich did not disappoint. Chowder with tender clams was delicious and gluten free as were the fish tacos. Others in our party raved about the sea scallops and crab cakes. Enjoyed live music and dancing after dinner! Plenty of parking so check it out on a Friday night and watch the sunset. read more

Nick's Seafood Restaurant - Open face half crab sandwich with my brother's broccoli. - Seafood Near Me - Pacifica, California

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Wonderful crab sandwich. The restaurant was full but the service was very good. Beautiful ocean views.

The best crab sandwich in my opinion. It a has a nice light flavor to it. Very fresh and the bread they chose I think pairs perfect with it. Also the fish and chips is a must. The crab cakes are super yummy to so defiant order those! I love the vibe inside the restaurant. It definitely give iykyk vibes. You can see the beautiful ocean outside from sitting inside the restaurant. They also have a bar on the opposite side of the dining room. The staff that work there are always super friendly and can always recommend something if you aren't sure what to get. read more

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My coworker and I came in for a meal. I had the crab sandwich, which was recommended by the staff, and it did not disappoint. It was full of crab and served on really nice bread--very flavorful and satisfying. My coworker ordered the fish and chips and was less impressed. The dish wasn't hot when it arrived and lacked seasoning, which made it underwhelming overall. read more

The servers were so nice and attentive which definitely made our experience better. I got the tuna melt, my mom got the pasta and my brother special requested if he could have the dinner menu item, the Surf and Turf. They were extremely accommodating. Be warned, it's expensive but well-worth the money. My tuna melt had jack cheese in it and it was a solid sandwich. There was a mix of classiness (lounge area) and a nice family ambiance (the actual eating area) to the place. Being able to watch the waves during the meal and after we left was a nice way to end our time out. read more

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