wow, long time since I updated my review! Still awesome! We are eating a bit healthier now and a staple is grilled halibut from Seafresh! we get dinner to go about once a wee, and have for a very long time. Fish is consistently perfect! The coleslaw is wonderful, I splurge now and then and get a side of clam chowder , which also is consistently perfect. The staff is wonderful as well! I know a lot of people don't like the idea of tipping for to go orders but when I am there I always see the staff working hard on orders and keeping the place clean inside and out, so my advice is to tip generously if you can to keep this place forever! read more

Always good for a lovely view of the harbor and some tasty chowder! Fresh and delicious. read more

Sea Fresh Channel Islands - Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Oxnard, California

Visiting from Orange County, my wife and I enjoyed the variety of foods. I thought the fried zucchini was the best I've had, light flaky batter was perfect for me. Chowder was great, salad was satisfying. Shrimp tostada from Happy Hour menu hit the spot and wife gives the shrimp flatbread thumbs up!!! I recommend this place. read more

Sea Fresh Channel Islands - Everything was DELICIOUS!!! - Seafood Near Me - Oxnard, California

We had a really nice outdoor lunch A cup of Clam chowder and some fried Calamari to start 1 had the fish tacos 3 of had Fried Cod and Chips 3 Cold Kona Big Waves & a small root beer to wash them down! This is a counter self serve restaurant order and pick up! It was a really enjoyable time! read more

Visited the restaurant this past weekend and it surely was a disappointment. Ordered a fried fish sandwich and the amount of fish on my sandwich was purely a joke, and for 18+dollars!! What a rip off!!! Didn't even bother sending it back, just ate what little fish I had as I was in a hurry and went on my way. The burger buns were bigger than my fish!! I'm unsure who's managing this place but let's correct this immediately! I don't mean to compare and contrast but I've been given better quality and quantity fried fish at other locations near by the area for the same price or less. read more

Sea Fresh Restaurant is a long standing staple here at the Channel Islands Harbor and has been serving up fresh seafood since 2000. Over 20 years in business is no small feat. With locations in Oxnard and Ojai - you don't have to go far for some delicious seafood and casual vibes. The locals love this spot but if you are visiting from out of town, you can't beat their Oxnard location at the CH Harbor as nothing beats some fresh seafood and ocean breezes. I've been to their Ojai location a handful of times and more recently their Oxnard shop. Here is what I would recommend: Fried Calamari: I'm a fan of their big fried calamari rings as you get more bang for your buck! Their fried batter is delicious, well seasoned and crispy. The Tatar sauce is the perfect addition to this appetizer. Dont knock it until you try it. (Must eat right away) Grilled Fish Tacos: Such a classic feel good beachy dish. They have fried fish as well but the staff told me to definitely go with the blackened - grilled fish as their seasoning is Fire and it definitely was! A light hint of spice and melt in your mouth dish always makes for a standout bite. Love that the cabbage ratio was balanced and I'm a sucker for some cheese and crema on top. No regrets, this dish hits everytime. Clam Chowder: One of the better bowls of chowder in the 805 in my opinion. When I'm craving something hearty and comforting this is one of the spots I can trust. Always consistent and always delicious. You really can't beat the views and the seafood here. Reasonably priced and casual vibes that keep us coming back. Wishing Sea Fresh continued success and Oxnard is so lucky to have this gem at the harbor. read more

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Based on the mixed reviews, I think it really just depends on what you get. We came here after spending a day at Channel Islands National Park and had a really good experience overall. I got the ahi poke bowl, which at $20 is more expensive than what you'd get at a build your own poke restaurant, but the ingredients were much fresher and I liked how there was a generous portion of fresh avocado. If I might be a little picky, I thought the way they cut the cucumber matchsticks was a little too thick, but otherwise I don't have any complaints. My boyfriend got the grilled sea bass and this was super fresh and tasty. They cooked it just right to have the right texture. The clam chowder side was also delicious a well - the clam bits were fresh and it wasn't overly salty or overwhelmingly creamy. read more

Sea Fresh Channel Islands - Ahi poke, grilled sea bass and clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - Oxnard, California

Sea Fresh Channel Islands is a fantastic place to come anytime you want to enjoy superb seafood and alcohol in a marina setting. We've been here for things like 4th of July and Super Bowl Sunday, and Sea Fresh Channel Islands never disappoints. They have everything from ceviche and shrimp cocktails, to seafood linguini, to fish 'n chips, to tuna melts, to grilled halibut and swordfish and sanddabs, to sushi, to raw oysters on the half shell, just to name a few of my favorite dishes. You MUST get a cup of clam chowder! There's is the best, loaded with huge chunks of potato and lots of fresh clams, creamy and rich. They also have burgers, sandwiches, and teriyaki bowls and other non-seafood dishes for landlubbers. They offer a full bar, and I can personally vouch for their Bloody Mary, margarita, and Manhattan. My favorite specialty cocktail is the pineapple cucumber refresher. There's plentiful outdoor seating, dog friendly and with a perfect harbor view. Heat lamps are lit in chillier weather. You can often hear the sea lions barking as you sit, eat, drink, look at the water and boats, and enjoy. Relaxed, yet up-market, this is the place to sit by the water and enjoy life. read more

Sea Fresh Channel Islands - Pineapple cucumber refresher - nummy! - Seafood Near Me - Oxnard, California

Nice location on the marina; would appear to be a decent place, but we were disappointed overall. In general, the service was mediocre, the food was bland, and it was expensive. Parking is aplenty in a large, private lot, but restrooms are in an outside common area and were not maintained very well. Service was okay to non-existent. Asked several times to get the table wiped clean. FOOD: Everything needed more salt/seasoning, or benefited from the various sauces (cocktail, tartar, and local hot sauces). The good: Cup of New England Clam Chowder ($6.50) was delicious. The rest of the food was good, after seasoning it yourself and using the various sauces. The French fries were a little soft/soggy for my taste. We tried the Shrimp & Chips ($17), Jumbo Shrimp Dinner ($24), Halibut Dinner ($25), Fisherman's Combo ($20). With a couple of sodas, we were looking at $98, before tax and tip. They do have a nice bar and the views are nice, but since we're not in the area, I'm not sure we'd come here again. read more

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It was my first time at this restaurant... It was sooo good... Sooo good as soon as I got to the hotel I fell asleep for about 12 hours. There is no clam chowder like it anywhere. One of my besties is a foodie and always takes me to the best places. I told my husband I'm gonna take him there even if it is a 4 hour drive from home... He's up for the challenge. So if you love fish and chips and clam chowder... and a beautiful scenery... you need to check this place out STAT! read more

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Food is completely tasteless. Taco Bell cheese on the fish tacos. The most bland ceviche you've ever had. $100 in the wind.

Came back for lunch! Enjoyed the nice weather from the patio and outdoor seating. This place is dog and pet friendly do feel free to bring your pets! They even have water bowls and water specifically for pets haha. The patio area is well shaded and comfortable right by the marina. We got the blackened seabass with upgrade to premium sides (onion rings and fried zucchini). What a deal! Huge portion for $27. The seabass is grilled to perfection and the onion rings and zucchini were perfectly crispy. We loveeee the fried zucchini! They also add a bit of cheese on top. Great premium side upgrade. Also, we wanted the seared ahi by itself and they were able to do that for us $14. Not bad but not the best seared ahi I've had. Fried calamari is hit and miss. Sometimes it's good sometimes it's bad. Today was a bit of a miss on the batter. Not too crispy. More on the crunchy side. The calamari texture was also really squishy and didn't feel right haha. Maybe bad batch. Usually it is pretty good here. Will come again. Definitely getting the grilled fish plate with premium side upgrades! read more

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Fresh grilled fish, choice of sides! What more do you need?! Add in sitting overlooking boats. Sea breezes.

This place is always packed (maybe cause it's always good)! Ceviche is always fresh and their sprite just hits different

This place is in the harbor. Perfect place to have lunch on the patio. Plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. Everyone brings their dog's. You have to get the limoncello muscles, the sauce is so good and they give you garlic bread to dip. I got the grilled sea bass and garlic truffle Brussels sprouts. The fish was fresh. Get the Brussels sprouts! The clam chowder was delicious and they actually had clams and not just a bunch of potatoes. My cousin had the fish and chips and she said they were good and she always gets it when she comes here. This is an order at the bar and pick up your food kind of place. Would recommend if you are looking for a solid lunch spot by the beach. Definitely coming back to try more things. read more

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Food pretty good nice view of boats. Self service where u pick up your food after you order. read more

Sea Fresh Channel Islands - Fish and chips plate - Seafood Near Me - Oxnard, California

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Great food, great location, and order at the counter. This is our go to spot! Surprised their reviews are so low!

What a disappointment. My family has been coming to Sea Fresh in CIHM for 15 years or more. I don't know what happened, but the cashier and the other front counter assistant were neither welcoming nor helpful. Everyone used to be so nice, and now it's just another transaction like Burger King. I waited for my to go order for such a long time that I went inside to find out what was happening. I saw that it was sitting on the chefs counter while the assistant was outside, chatting up a guy. Finally, she came back in non chalantly as though she didn't have a job and eventually gave me my food. She didn't bother to close up the lid so it leaked in the bag and then when I opened it I see that it's about half the size it's supposed to be even though this is a $20 plus meal Sea Fresh needs to get its act together. We love(ed) Sea Fresh and it's only one of a few options right there. However the owner should not take it for granted. Service matters and it can be easily replaced read more

Sea Fresh Channel Islands - Sea Bass Bowl (to go) - Seafood Near Me - Oxnard, California

Really fresh sea food in a cafeteria style venue (no waiters, you order your food, pick it up when ready, eat and bus your own table. Dog friendly. Staff seemed really nice. Full bar. Good for friends and family in an informal setting on waterfront. read more

Sea Fresh Channel Islands - Seafood stew and ceviche - Seafood Near Me - Oxnard, California

5 stars on food, service, and great casual atmosphere at the harbor. Skip the calamari but indulge in the sourdough bread bowl filled with New England Clam Chowder (the white one). It is so creamy, filled with yummy succulent goodness in that perfectly toasted bread bowl. Enjoy the tasty fish tacos - I chose grilled. It is a fan fave. The chowder is SO good that it rivals Malibu. read more

Everything is always delicious, and the staff couldn't be nicer! Clam Chowder is scrumptious. Fish is always perfect and nice and hot!! read more

I've been kayaking around here plenty of times and always missed this spot. Let me tell you this place is AMAZING. I had the fish and chips first. It's fresh not any of that fake stuff and the tartar sauce was delicious. I wanted to take a picture but I ate all of it before I could show you guys how good this simple recipe looked. Just know it tasted even better. Then we also had the buffalo shrimp on the side. GOLD! I don't know who decided to mix the garlic with the buffalo but it was DELICIOUS. And it came with a Parmesan garlic bread. Soft and crunchy. The service was also really good they cleaned our table very very nice. It was a very nice family friendly place not too loud but just right I did notice there was a bar as well. If I could give this place more stars I would. I will definitely be coming back. read more

Seafresh is always our go to when we are at the Oxnard Harbor for great ambiance. Our go to is the fish and chips and of course a visit to the bar for a variety of delicious drinks. The staff is kind and the establishment is clean. There is always ample parking. If you go on Sunday, you can visit the Farmers Market too. read more

Even in this time of sticker shock when dining out, Sea Fresh still offers solid value and well-prepared food. Fresh seafood by the shore - here's one place to get it. Their program is to order at the counter inside the building. Often there's a short wait, especially on weekends. That gives you time to review the options on the order boards on the walls above the cashier's stand. Once you decide and place your order and pay, you'll receive a receipt and a vibrating pager. From there, you pick your own table. They have a number of them inside, or outside on two patio areas. There's also a small bar area with some barstools, if that's your preference. The fully shaded patio tables were all taken on a Sunday afternoon, so we moved over to the other side, which featured a mix of sun and shade. A few umbrellas provide shelter from the sun, along with a few trees offering the same. Some of the tables are in full sun, which some people may prefer. We got lucky with a recently vacated shaded spot. The restaurant expects the diners to bus their own tables to a clean-up area. Well, maybe not "expects", but does appreciate. They did have a teenager busing tables, but he wasn't always able to keep up with the volume. I ended up clearing all the bottles, glasses, and other leftovers serving items from the previous guests onto several trays and setting them on a nearby table. The friendly teen came by to wipe down our table and thanked me for the assist. By then, DH had arrived with our drinks from the bar. Shortly thereafter, our pager went off and our freshly prepared meal was ready. Sitting outside, watching the activity in the harbor on a sunny afternoon was perfect. Our food was delicious, too. I've often ordered their fish and chips, or sometimes grilled seafood that catches my eye on the menu. That day I decided to have a fish sandwich. It was cooked just right. If anything, the fresh bun was a bit too much bread. I was full before getting to the end of the sandwich. I miss their clam chowder - can't tolerate the dairy any more. Sad that! They make good chowder. DH remarked several times what a good value everything turned out to be, given how food prices at restaurants have definitely risen significantly this decade. At the end of day, fair/good value is still a commodity to treasure. read more

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Sea Fresh is an Oxnard Harbor favorite. What to Order: The Grilled Fish Tacos, Blackened, on Flour Tortillas. These aren't your typical Mexican style tacos, but their spin is still delicious. Think of them as California fusion tacos. The second favorite on my list is the Tuna Melt. It's a solid contender filled with fresh tuna flavor. You can get it with a side or Fries, or keep it healthy with a side of fruit. What to Drink: There is a full bar onsite. Hard alcohol, wine, and beer. Its a beach bar, not a fancy cocktail bar. KISS - Keep It Simple Stupid. Order a Vokda / Tonic. A Whiskey and Ginger Ale. Or go for the Mango Cart (Beer). Tip: If there is a long line, have a seat at the bar. Talk to one of the friendly bartenders. Talk to the person next to you. It's a local neighborhood spot, where on weekends, lots of tourist go that are visiting the area. Relax, order a drink, and some food. Avoid the wait for the line. IF you run into me...scoot over and make room for me at the bar. I gave you this incredible tip on how to cut the line! :) read more

I have gone to this Seafresh for many years. But it seems like the quality of the food has gone down a bit. Or it was a bad day. On this day I just ordered the fish and chips. The fries were good but not great. The fish was thin and overcooked. I was really surprised. Service was just okay. They still pretty much cater to the regulars. Not paying too much attention to the not so regulars. Anyway, I'll try it again or go to Hook, Line, and Sinker. read more

Sea Fresh Channel Islands - Fish and chips and happy hot menu. - Seafood Near Me - Oxnard, California

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2 halibut tacos. 1 cup chowder. ~$30. Food is 3.8 stars. Tacos had 3oz filet. Didn't hold the value. Wouldn't do that again. But the chips that come with the tacos are very good. Comes on a snack stand paper plate for hot dogs with portion cups per salsa. 1 cup per taco. And Tapatio was 1 squeeze pouch per dish. Cup of chowder about 6oz. Delicious. The chowder was served in a Styrofoam container. The single use serving​ are not my idea of a 30 dollar meal. Service was non-existent. Not sure how the receipt starts at 18%?!? read more

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Great seafood really close to Naval Base Port Hueneme! I came here with some clients this week and enjoyed some fish and shrimp tacos and a bowl of their delicious chowder. You place your order at a window then go pick up the food when your buzzer goes off. Everyone enjoyed their meals and left happy with full bellies! No one comes to the tables to refill drinks or anything, but that's the kind of place it is. You bring your empty cup to them and they're happy to refill it. The restaurant is located along the waterfront at Channel Islands Harbor and offers some nice views out of the windows. They have a full bar and draw a pretty good crowd some evenings. I didn't take pics of the food this time as it was a business lunch. Hope you enjoy! read more

Views of the harbor on a sunny day, open atmosphere, delicious food, it's hard to beat this combo. I've had the fish and chips mixed where you get fried fish that's lightly crisped, juicy shrimp and calamari, and golden fries are a good mix! But the star is their clam chowder bread bowl, a good sized bread bowl, savory chowder with chunks of clams, and eating through the whole bowl can even fill me up, always worth it even with a little bit of a lunch rush read more

Great chowder, great fish n chips as well. Service was ok since customer is required to pickup food once device alerts you that order is ready. Ambiance is somewhat confusing since everything is self serve. Bar arrangement in restaurant seems out of place. Pleanty of seating inside and outside. I would recommend for good sea food. read more

I brought a friend here for lunch for his birthday. It was my first time here. What a fantastic location right on the water and even though it was a weekend, there was plenty of room. We had no trouble finding a good table. We had fish and chips really great portions. The staff is great good vibes all around. I would come here every day if I could. read more

I've been craving a seafood Louie salad for days and found one on this menu and had to go. The bartender was super friendly and happy to make me a margarita or two. The Louie salad is delicious. The dressing is perfect. Not super thrilled about it being served in a paper bowl, but it didn't ruin the experience. I also had the happy hour bang bang shrimp. The breading is super light and quite crispy. The sauce is more like a barbecue than an Asian sauce but still good with a bit of a kick. The bar is inviting, but sitting outside is probably the best view and option. Great place for a quick lunch. read more

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We've visited the Sea Fresh restaurant in Ojai many times, so we wanted to try the harbor location. It was also good! I liked the sliders and the poki bowl I ordered. Everyone else liked their food but said the Ojai location was more consistent with some of the food. The harbor has a great patio next to the water and the service was fast. read more

First time but not the last time! Food was amazing and the clam chowder BOMB! Wasn't a total fan of the sauce on the tacos and I couldn't but my finger on it to describe it but it was bearable. The menu looked so good it took me a minute to order. I need to go back ASAP for the mussels! read more

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I cannot stop thinking about this place. The fish tasted so fresh. I got the teriyaki salmon bowl. It doesn't taste fishy which is a problem with a lot of salmon. This was perfectly cooked and the vegetables were nice and fresh. They didn't taste soggy or overdone. The service is okay. The food comes out pretty quickly. It's self service. You order at the counter and then pick up when your buzzer rings. They have a lot of seating both in and outdoors. I wish I lived closer because I would go here so often. I hope I have a reason to go back to Oxnard just so I can eat here read more

Sea Fresh Channel Islands - Salmon teriyaki bowl - Seafood Near Me - Oxnard, California

Other than restaurant by the harbor to see the boat, this establishment is not worth dining. The fried food were all greasy and dripping with yellow oil. Does not seem the oil was changed for weeks. The water container dispensing drinking water was filthy. When pouring water, you can clearly see thing floating in the water. Overall, the restaurant itself is not clean. read more

I am not sure why this place doesn't have a higher Yelp rating. It's not a fancy sit down seafood restaurant and some of the other reviews seem to be upset that it's "cafeteria style". I didn't mind it at all. Food was ready in less than 10 min and we chose to sit outside on the patio to enjoy the harbor view. There is a full bar inside. And it was filled with people. So the patio was nice. We came for dinner. I ordered the fish tacos (blackened) and a New England clam chowder in a bread bowl. The tacos were delicious, seasoned well and cooked just right. They also give you chips and salsa with the tacos and the salsa was fresh made. The clam chowder was one of the best I have tried in the Santa Barbara area. The bread was warm and the chowder was HOT! I had to let the chowder cook a few more minutes after I ate my tacos. This place is a great value and worth the quiet views of the harbor. read more

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Decent food, generous portions fairly priced. Order at food counter past the bar area; get a pager which buzzes when good ready for pickup. Oysters Rockefeller: big oysters tasty and gently cooked; I'd get these again Grilled halibut sandwich on sliced sour dough bread with Cole slaw: thick slice of halibut but cooked too done for my taste but very fresh lettuce, tomato & onion garnish. Very generous sandwich which I couldn't finish. Worth a return visit and ask for fish to be grilled medium rare instead of medium well? read more

We found this seafood place to try while in Oxnard. You order at the counter, they give you a thing that buzzes when your food is ready and you pick it up. There a station to get your own water, forks, and condiments you want. The clam chowder was hot and delicious. The calamari was lightly dusted with flour, but was kind of rubbery and lacked much flavor. Our combo meal came with shrimp and fried fish and a bunch of fries under it. The seafood was tasty, but I'd probably consider grilled seafood if we'd ever go again, and see if there were some other options for the fries. The views of the marina were beautiful and we enjoyed our time there. read more

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This little casual and no frill restaurant earned a high mark for its super efficient operation. Customers would order at a counter and then be given a buzzer. When your food is ready, you go pick them up at the counter and you can sit anywhere in the restaurant. We had the oysters, some grilled halibut, and cioppino. Not high-end restaurant quality, but also no high and prices. great value eatery here. Not an ocean view restaurant since it's inside the harbor. You see a lot of boats docked around and they do give you some feeling of being near the sea. Friendly staff and seemingly mostly local customers. A nice, casual, relaxing place. Great for the family and everyone. read more

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