I probably come here at least 2 times a month! That's how good it is! Located in Whittier hides a fish grill place. I kid you not every time we come here we get the same things plus more (sometimes). I always get the off the grill plate. My choice of fish is always Basa. For the seasoning you can get lemon pepper or Cajun. And it automatically comes with salad and rice with butter and choice of dressing. Oh and they include a few triangles of pita bread. The service is always amazing. They do get sometimes busy and it's sometimes a 1 woman show taking the orders and giving the orders but she's a doll! There's probably at least 3 TVs playing sports. Go Dodgers! They have a wide variety of Dodger bobble heads and memorabilia all over it. Oh and there's also an outdoor area along with heaters! read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - Basa (Off The Grill) - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

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Giving it 2 stars as the food is good but the customer service has declined drastically. It is very sad as we have been coming to this restaurant since it opened may moons ago. Today was the second time we visited and were not even acknowledged when we arrived. The first time we waited for a little under 10 minutes without even a hello. We left! Today, i went back and asked for the wait time after having waited for 3 min without acknowledgment so I asked on the side and i got an ambiguous answer. When i asked for clarification ... nothing. I left. I am not sure that we will go back any time soon considering the myriad of alternatives around the area. Hopefully they can get different people in the front of the restaurant with at least a little more people skills. 2 stars as the food is good. read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - They got micheladas yey - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

Came back on 4/19 because we were already craving the shrimp tacos after our last visit and the food definitely still holds up. The honey spice shrimp tacos were just as good and we tried the ceviche for the first time which was pretty good too. Unfortunately the service this time was a completely different experience. We had to go inside to ask for refills, waited on pretty much everything and it honestly felt like we were more of an inconvenience than customers. The comment at the end "oh I see you don't need any boxes" was also unnecessary and just didn't land well. Food is solid, but the service this visit really missed the mark. read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - Shrimp Ceviche - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

My friend and I made the mistake of going tonight to this restaurant for the second time. We shall not make that mistake again. The first time was unpleasant because it took so long to receive our food and the drunks and small children around us made it hard to carry on a conversation because they were so loud. The food was good, however. This time it took nearly an hour to get our food. Unlike the first time, the server didn't come to us repeatedly to apologize for the delay, nor did she offer us any snacks or beverages during the wait. It was uncomfortably cold in the restaurant. We finally decided just as our food was about to be served to take it to go so that we could thaw out in my companion' nearby apartment. There I discovered that they had put feta cheese on my salad although I had very clearly told them to leave it off and that my fish was overly salty despite my having asked for the salt to be minimal. My companion commented that it was one of the worst experiences she had ever had in a restaurant. This is not a place where you want to waste your time and money. read more

We enjoyed our time here, sat outside because the weather was nice, a little windy tho, but still nice. Food is 8/10, service 9/10, lady was nice and food came quick. We ordered the grilled Salmon, Seared Ahi and Fried Fish Wrap, oh and the Ceviche. Seared Ahi was the best IMO, salad that came with it was fresh and pita bread was also fresh and quite good! You can choose what sauce you like with the fish, I opted for Cajun, average.. I liked the Wasabi Sesame dressing on my salad tho, you get to choose which dressing you prefer too. Parking sucks though, not many spaces and the ground had many pot holes. Overall, we would prolly come back for the Seared Tuna. They charge extra if you use a card to pay btw...didn't realize it until after I already paid with a card, I wished the lady warned us about the extra charge on the card, I would've paid cash and saved $3. read more

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I love the Michelada here, the sauces (chipotle and cilantro are a must) and the shrimp taco plate. The patio is a nice place to enjoy a plate of seafood and drinks. Service is excellent and overall my favorite place to sit out alone or meet with friends and enjoy a meal. read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - Michelob michi - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

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I let my hubby choose (yes I was nervous). He chose very quickly and I bit my tongue not to ask questions. We pulled up to a small restaurant with parking on the side. There was seating outside but we had a heat wave going. Inside the place while small was spotless and cheery. A series of Dodger bobble heads lined one cabinet (my people). A small bar offered beer on tap. The waitress quickly greeted us with menus and water. I got the salmon tacos with avocado. Hubby got tuna. Food was fresh, tasty and just what we craved. Turns out our friend in Whittier also knows the folks who run this restaurant. A family run spot. Definitely coming back!! read more

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I used to come here at least once a week when I used to work across the street. Visited this spot a few weeks ago and the food still hits. I got the aguachile tostada and a grilled combo wrap plate. The wrap had plenty of large shrimps and the fish batter was flavorful. Aguachile was nice and refreshing. The only gripe I have now is that they charge for sauces, I remember back then they gave sauces for free. read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - Fried Combo Wrap Plate Aguachile - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

This has become one of my regular cravings spot. I can't lie I'm hooked on the taco plate for $13.99 three tacos of your choice, chips and salsa. You have to try the potato and shrimp crunchy taco you be hooked too. Service is friendly and I love to sit in the patio it ha a garden setting. ** typo 2 tacos in the taco plate read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

If I could this restaurant a zero, I would! I just left this place not 15 min ago. My husband and I have been coming here for years! (We love the previous owner!) My son (teen) who does not eat sea food, and does not care for their food, so we ordered him a chicken sandwich from next door so my husband and I could sit and enjoy our food at Off the Hook! Almost as soon as we sat down, we were told my son could not eat outside food at their restaurant. I understand the policy, but as parents of a minor, how are my husband and I suppose to eat what we like with a minor tagging along. We stated that we would ordering our food, so what is the big deal? But nope! Basically, showed us the door! This is Terrible! Now I am sitting at the chicken koop trying to tell my brain "find something on the menu to substitute what you thought you were going to eat at Off the Hook!" Since I am someone who is easily turned off by shit like this, my love for this place is done. Years of coming here are now that I will not be returning! Thank you, Off the Hook of Whittier, this experience was one for the books. read more

We had a quick bite after a nice, beautiful hike. This lovely restaurant in Uptown Whittier might be small but serves tasty, fresh seafood, and offers great service and ambience. read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - Salmon (Off The Grill) Pita Bread With Garlic Sauce House Made Rice and a Side Salad - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

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One of may favorite spots in the area! The agua chile hits the spot! I wish it came with more shrimp for the cost to split equally enough with the two tostadas it came with for me and my partner to share. It had great citrus flavor and spice. The wraps were great size and are a favorite of mine! read more

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In many ways, the work of a critic is easy. We risk very little, yet enjoy a position over those who offer up their work and their selves to our judgment. We thrive on negative criticism, which is fun to write and to read. But the bitter truth we critics must face is, in the grand scheme of things, the average piece of junk is probably more meaningful than our criticism designating it so. But there are times when a critic truly risks something and that is in the discovery and defense of the new. The new needs friends. Today I experienced something new. An extraordinary meal from a singularly unexpected source. Off The Hook. As you walk in I got greeted by this gentleman. His name was Justin. Really professional and always had a smile on his face. He recommended the Fried Combo Wrap with avocado. It was devine. Sometimes you forget about a meal you once had and I must say this was one of them. As I took my first bite I was transported into the time when my mother was struggling trying to make ends meet and made me a home made wrap with the little ingredients she had. A tortilla, fried shrimp and Fish. The food tasted home made. That's all I have to say. My compliments to the chef. The establishment gives this great ambience. Sporty, professional, and clean. The service was not just service. It was the definition of hospitality. Big shoutout to Justin for not only recommending a great dish but also for the attention to detail. Thank you Not everyone can become a great artist but a great artist can come from anywhere. It is difficult to imagine more humble origins than those of the genius now working at Off The Hook, which is, in this critic's opinion, nothing less than the best seafood place in Whittier. I will be returning to Off The Hook soon, hungry for more. read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - Fried Combo Wrap - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

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Came here today and really enjoyed it. I ordered the ceviche sampler as my entrée, which included shrimp and fish ceviche along with agua chile--everything was fresh and flavorful. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor dining, with a bar right in the center that adds to the vibe. Our server, who was also the bartender, was friendly and attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. Parking is a bit limited, so I'd recommend getting there early, especially before the lunch or dinner rush. Overall, a great experience and I'd definitely come back. read more

To my opinion food not very good. Very bland and 3 tiny pieces of shrimp in my potato and shrimp tacos. Soups also not good, got both the clam chowder and the lobster bisque. Costco, pre-packaged soups taste better. We also got a fish plate which was ok. Not worth the 50 something we paid. (No drinks) Service was good but I think you all can do much better, please stop being stingy with the shrimp. I'm not a food Karen just my honest opinion. read more

Came by since my family was craving seafood. We tried their ceviche sampler which was portioned very well! We also had their shrimp and tilapia off the grill plate. The shrimp and fish were dry but it did the job. Everything was paired well with a margarita! Note their margarita's are not made with liquor but wine instead! Service is pretty fast. read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - Ceviche Sampler - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

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Their fish and shrimp tacos are some of the best I've had--fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. They also offer a variety of other seafood options, making it a paradise for seafood lovers. One of the highlights is the variety of sauces you can choose from for your tacos, each one adding a unique kick to the meal. The service was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and efficient. Our food came out fresh and surprisingly quick, which was perfect for our busy day. If you're looking for a spot with amazing seafood, quick service, and great flavors, Off the Hook Fish Grill is a must-visit. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Was in the area and checked out this fish joint. The food was really good and customer service was good as well. The catfish hit the spot and the salmon was loaded with flavor. Check this place out for sure! read more

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The food is excellent. The staff are friendly and attentive. The owner is awesome. Overall a great pick for this fish plates and especially their fish tacos. Don't leave without trying their crunchy shrimp and potato tacos. read more

Off the Hook is a hidden gem in Whittier! The vibe is comfortable and the servers are so nice. I just love the grilled Mahi Mahi plate. It comes with rice, pita bread, salad, and garlic sauce which gives a nice, healthy variety. The fried basa (fish and chips) is also great. This place is definitely worth a visit or four! read more

Whatever Lola wants, Lola gets--and this spot proves it! The food was good, the service was friendly, and overall it was a great experience. I definitely recommend going back. They say they have the best fish and chips, so that's next on our list to try! read more

Had such a great meal here! We kicked things off with the calamari and lobster bisque, and both were spot on. The calamari was super crispy and fresh, and the lobster bisque was so creamy and packed with flavor, with nice chunks of lobster in there. For my main, I went with the salmon, which was done with both Cajun and lemon pepper seasoning, plus a sesame wasabi dressing with the salad --seriously tasty! Definitely recommend this place. Plus the server was sweet!! read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - Salmon (Off The Grill) with Cajun and lemon pepper - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

Our food was delicious we ordered grilled salmon and fish and chips. Server was very nice and efficient.

I enjoy watching games at this sports bar with draft beers and their amazing seafood plates! Highlights of the menu: 1. Calamari strips 2. Shrimp and octopus coctelles 3. Mahi mahi off the grill - with rice and salad 4. Seared ahi tuna off the grill - with rice and salad 5. Tacos: our fish, grilled shrimp, grilled salmon 6. Basa off the fryer - with fries and coleslaw read more

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It is a cute small establishment with indoor and outdoor dining. The waitress was super sweet and attentive, she even let me sample the soups because it was my first time and was not sure which one I wanted. Both the clam chowder and lobster bisque tasted delicious. I ended up going with the Lobster bisque bread bowl which was amazing! The bread bowl it comes in was super soft and delicious. The tacos were also tasty and had good flavor, the sauces I tried were the honey spice and creamy cilantro and they were bomb! Highly recommend coming in and trying them out, you will not be disappointed! read more

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It's a great place for lunch and dinner, decent prices and very tasty, cashier is very friendly too.

Let me start by saying the staff was extremely pleasant and very sweet. Unfortunately, the food didn't match the service. The ceviche trio lacked flavor, and the lobster bisque tasted like straight butter with no real lobster flavor and no chunks of lobster. The shrimp and potato taco was disappointing too. Their potatoes were bland, and the shrimp-to-potato ratio was way off. I also ordered the lobster taco, but it wasn't actually lobster; it appeared to be crawfish, and there was very little meat in the taco. To say this place is "off the hook" would be misleading. Sadly, it's not somewhere I would return to, especially with so many better dining options nearby. read more

We arrived early and waited 20 minutes, place was just setting up, clean environment, we were greeted by the server who was extremely polite, offered water while we waited, we were even surprised by a random frequent customer Will who bought us and another couple our meals which is really nice! None of us got to say thank you and had no idea that Will paid for our meals.. I have heard of this happening, although, we didn't expect this generous offer. THANK YOU WILL for this. It was special to all us that was involved.. read more

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Our waitress was superb as was our food. Always love coming to Off the Hook and sit in the patio. So beautiful and they also have singers which is such a delight! read more

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Our family visited for the first time and had such a great experience! The service was amazing--Justin took such great care of us (seriously, give him a raiseee! ). The owners were also incredibly kind and welcoming. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend checking this place out! read more

The Ceviche Sampler was delicious. I preferred the fish and shrimp ceviche over the Aguas Chiles? The only drawback is they gave my hubby no chips or tostadas. I found myself in the kitchen making my own homemade chips which was good but we paid for it so kind of a bummer. read more

We were celebrating my adult son's birthday. Stopped in after a long hike in Turnbull Canyon and we were starving! We picked the right place. First of all, Justin's welcome took me back to the good old days of going out to eat when service was friendly and the staff actually appears to enjoy their job and wanted to be there and help you have a positive experience. He is genuinely a nice person and is very good at his job ( and he didn't even know it was a special birthday dinner) Kudos to you, young man! The food was very, very good. Everything!! Super delicious. We'll be back. Thanks for making our son's birthday amazing. read more

I'm giving this place 3 stars because the service was great. However the food was not that great. Everything we ordered was very dry. Ordered the our fish tacos, lobster tacos, shrimp, and potato tacos, and the mahi tacos. All were very dry no flavor. Was disappointed in the sauces. We ordered all and were disappointed. The habanero which I thought would have a kick had no spice to it whatsoever. The beers offered were good. Not sure if we will be back. Great out door seating. read more

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Super disappointed tonight. I checked online, says they close at 9 o'clock. I walk in at 8:32 and she says they're only doing takeout orders. Annoyed read more

I used to go all the way to Belmont Shore have one of the best lobster bisque around. Not anymore! The best is right here in Whittier. When warm, the patio is charming. Inside is quaint and friendly vibe with TV's to keep up with your sports team. Service always on point. Enjoy any thing on the menu. SUPER fresh foods. read more

Looking for a quick dinner while in the area and came across this gem in downtown Whittier for fresh and indulgent seafood. Ordered the fried fish sandwich, which had the perfect soft brioche bun to hold a sizable and cajun spiced piece of perfectly fried fish and cole slaw, the ceviche sampler, and salmon plate, and it was far and away better than the more well-known chain fish restaurants that most of us are aware of, and it has that Mexican-Baja inspiration that makes it even more special. Sat comfortably outside and enjoyed the big screens outside, while the servers provided ample care and attention for family and had a genuine interest in chatting with my kids, which was a huge plus. read more

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First time at this restaurant. Small environment but came at the right time. Not real crowded. Food was very good. I had the salmon and my wife had the tacos. Food came out quick and enjoyed the food. Definitely will be back when we are in the area. read more

So fire gotta go eat here. We drove from San Diego to eat there. Service was amazing never had to ask for a refill once.

The worst! I ordered a soup bowl. They gave me melted cheese on foil! Which was completely stuck! What was the thought process?! I got no cheese. Why not cold cheese in a container and I'll put it on my HOT SOUP WHICH WILL MELT! And to scrape it off the foil?? And possibly swallow foil??! Are u kidding me! Horrible! And not so smart? And a bunch of black like shavings in the container completely grossed out! read more

Off The Hook Fish Grill - This so the cheese STUCK TO THE FOIL - Seafood Near Me - Whittier, California

Cool servers and good tacos. They have several giant TVs playing live sports especially baseball. read more