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    Old Princeton Landing

    3.9 (394 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    OLD PRINCETON LANDING ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    El Granada Fish N Chips - Halibut
    Benson W.

    Nice little getaway from the city spot. It's got live music and food you can order in the back. They have a special beer they make here and apparently it's always sold out before night time. Food was pretty delicious after a day fishing. Really want to try that beer tho lol.

    El Granada Fish N Chips
    Ivory B.

    OPL is such local popular fun hang out pub/ bar. It serves great drinks, casual dining, and host many cool awesome live music venues & local line dancing events. What I like most here is the clean and huge outdoor areas both front and the back of the bar. It's perfect for a sunny day or a foggy evening! Delicious food can be ordered by the side of the bar. My absolute favorites at OPL are the amazing slushies, the breakfast açaí/granolas/ berries smoothies, and fish n chips. Heard about the fish curry. Will try it someday soon. Friendly atmosphere with great service and vibes! You can come here for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or just stop by after work to chill with a drink! How cool is that? Highly recommend!

    Walking distance from our hotel!
    Victoria W.

    Great food! Spacious and cool vibe all around! They have outside tables full of sunshine and a great view. Very friendly and attentive staff

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    Amy R.

    Love this Local Gem! Just ordered apps, plenty of food to share. Wings, calamari, fries. Order next door grab a beer, is a whole vibe. Never disappoints, always a go to!

    Eggs Benedict

    Recently while driving down the coast was feeling a little hungry so we decided to stop here. The food was good the taste and flavor of the Benedict was different than I've ever had before not sure what the sour tasting sauce was but it was not Hollandaise sauce same with the clam chowder a little weird taste. Anyways I hear the woman's bathroom is disgusting especially the floor. Nice people work here especially the gal that took our order. Will I come back. Maybe if the bathroom is repaired

    Alexis C.

    I'd give it 3.5 stars. This place is more pub/bar like rather than a restaurant. Like if I had to describe this place to someone who hasn't been here it's a bar that also serves food on the side but it is a bar not a restaurant. The food itself was pretty good, solid portion size as well. We sat outside so we didn't have a designated server we just ordered at the counter and then when our food was ready we were paged.

    Grilled Cheese and El Granada Fish N Chips
    Amelia D.

    We came here on a semi-rainy day with our dog and sat in the large back yard! I was craving seafood so we got the fish tacos Baja style grilled (yum! The red cabbage was almost creamy) and the fish and chips were a bit more decadent but with a hell of a lot of fish. We also split a grilled cheese which was surprisingly delicious and came with a side of fries. We chose to get the vegetable of the day which was as Brussels sprouts. They were topped with Parmesan and were a good attempt although a little greasy for my liking. The woman at the counter was super nice and answered all my questions about the different fish options. You can even order a side of cod on a salad if you want something super healthy. I thought the backyard was nice and there was a fire pit. There was some seating with an overhang which is good for rain. You pick up the food yourself and get your own silverware. Overall, would come back.

    Okay was so hungry only got a pic of the view from inside
    Michael S.

    Stopped by here on my failed attempt to ale it to Maverick Beach ( for sure ya gotta get that beach early or you are walking miles ) anyway this place is right down the hill and thought give it a try Super friendly staff and lots of options on the menu from breakfast through dinner , I opted for simple bacon and eggs. This is typical of Bay Area , one slice toast and 2 bacon but the price runs the same as a full breakfast. The meal and large Diet Coke was just under 19 bucks. However it was very well cooked and very enjoyable Seating inside and out with beach vibe. TV playing some sports and a nice sunny day. For sure with the stop in Did I say how great the people are ? For sure give it a try

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    Chad P.

    After checking out Yelp advice and watching the video from sippycupadventures on youtube https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=hvbuxZNtMhA We went to have a bite. I asked the cashier what fish was fresh today and we were told Cod. We very much enjoyed the Fresh Cod fish and chips. We will be back for this. There were no bussed tables inside so we sat outdoors. Pleasant but some tables outside didn't have amenities like napkins and vinegar and catsup on them. Unrelated rant: The restroom for customer use is in the bar attached next door to the restaurant and the Men's room was Out Of Order. Women's room was in service. Lucky I just wanted to wash my hands. No employees in sight to ask advice from on how to clean up here after eating deep fried fish and chips ( AKA fries). Note to bar management: Have you heard of those trendy transgender woke triangle thingies people are using these days? Four stars from us after this wash room issue is remedied. Text me please. It is an hour drive one way for us to enjoy your delicious fresh fish.

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    3 months ago

    Great outdoor stage with cute birds nesting. Plus killer chicken wings and steak sandwich! Recommended!

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    Food was fair, service was good, overpriced for what you get .... But service was kind they all fantastic

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    Good ambiance, service, food and drinks!! I Would definitely recommend. Very nice staff!

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    Fun place with a unique vibe and good food. They also have live music venues out back and highly recommend this spot

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    7 months ago

    Taco Tuesday is always fantastic for locals. Enjoy. Be sure to tip your bartender! Love Huston too!

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    6 months ago

    Great place to stop for a snack or drink. The food is excellent. The bar staff is very nice and helpful. Great atmosphere.

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    9 months ago

    Eat Here ~ Local and Friendly, nothing ever dissapoints. Best fish tacos, fish & chips, try the Markegard Family Grass-Fed Burger! Yum!

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    This is a regular local joint. No frills. Very friendly service. Fish tacos were excellent.

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    Anyone know if they are Dog friendly. Ex, if I want to do outdoor dining with my dog with me?

    All of the restaurants in Half Moon Bay are so I presume Old Princeton is as well.

    What are the portions like?

    I would say the portions are generous.

    Is there a limit to your party size while dining in?

    Is OPL dog friendly?

    out back and out front only

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    Barbara's Fishtrap - fish 'n' chips

    Barbara's Fishtrap

    4.0(3.5k reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Got food from the window since the line for dine-in was long. It worked out fine since it was a…read morenice day and there was a communal table outside that was vacant. The menu items we wanted were also available from the kiosk. There was a frequent customer that came just for the key lime pie so I had to try it. It was good and I wouldn't mind getting it again. Would I come back just for that? Probably not. Everything tasted as expected but nothing really stood out as something I have to come back for. I wouldn't mind coming back again though since I do love fried calamari and fish n chips. 3.5 rounded up.

    We were in Half Moon Bay recently and, like most people do when you're near the coast, we were…read morecraving seafood. I found Barbara's on Yelp--solid 4-star rating, good reviews, so we decided to give it a try. We arrived and were told there was about a 20-minute wait, which felt reasonable for a weekend seafood spot. Once we were seated, things started off fine, but the experience quickly became a bit frustrating. There seemed to be a breakdown in communication with our server regarding our order. We placed everything clearly, but when the food came out, it wasn't what we had ordered. Instead of just clarifying or correcting it, we were told the order had been placed incorrectly on our side and were asked to reorder. Unfortunately, we were also still charged for the original order, which made the situation feel even more confusing. We also ordered the clam chowder, which was honestly disappointing. From the very first spoonful to the last, there was a consistent gritty, sandy texture that made it difficult to enjoy at all. It took away from what is usually a comfort dish, especially in a coastal town where you expect it to shine. On a positive note, our timing coincided with sunset, and the view from the window was absolutely stunning. Watching the sun dip over the water while dining added a really beautiful moment to the experience, and the scenery itself was honestly the highlight of the visit. The setting itself is nice and the location is convenient if you're exploring Half Moon Bay, but based on our experience, the execution on both service and food quality didn't match the expectations set by the rating. Overall, it felt like a missed opportunity. With a bit more attention to order accuracy and consistency in the kitchen, this place could easily live up to its Yelp reputation--but unfortunately, that wasn't our experience that day.

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    Barbara's Fishtrap - The usual

    The usual

    Barbara's Fishtrap - Outdoor seating

    Outdoor seating

    Barbara's Fishtrap - INSIDE SEATING

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    Pilot Light

    Pilot Light

    4.3(238 reviews)
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    We ordered everything pictures plus a plate of Fish and Chips and a watermelon lemonade that was…read moreabsolutely refreshing! It's was Mother's Day when we came here and the wait was pretty decent considering how many people were packing every restaurant everywhere. The nearly 40 minute wait was well worth it once we were served our meals. The stack pancakes were thick but very fluffy. So delicious. We loved the fish and chips too. Very crunchy and fresh tasting. My Dutch Baby pancake had a very interesting flavor profile and I would order this again when I come back. I highly recommend this brunch spot if you're ever in the Half Moon Bay Area. There's an outdoor seating where you can see private planes either departing or arriving. Such a treat especially for the kids. The restaurant is also dog friendly for outdoor seating which is nice. My husband has been talking about taking me here but never got around to until last week for Mother's Day and well, I will dare say, it was worth the nearly 6 year wait!

    Rustic cafe connected to the Half Moon Bay airport, which means you can sit outside or by the…read morewindows and watch small planes come and go. When we went, they had a dog adoption event. Food from classic toasts to burritos and even shakshuka. The drinks are creative and refreshing. Bathroom has a stall. Recommend coming here to avoid crowds instead of the restaurants by the jetty if you're having a beach day.

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    Pilot Light - Beautiful kitchen and cute and quirky setup. Very homey feeling with a lot of character

    Beautiful kitchen and cute and quirky setup. Very homey feeling with a lot of character

    Pilot Light - Classic combo: 2 eggs to order, sausage (choice of bacon or ham available), potato hash, buttered sourdough

    Classic combo: 2 eggs to order, sausage (choice of bacon or ham available), potato hash, buttered sourdough

    Pilot Light - Pilot refresh

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    Old Princeton Landing - seafood - Updated May 2026

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