We went back to Sea Harvest after many years. Food quality seems to have gone up and now they have seating outside in a back patio. They have a small lot with parking, which is fine if you get there early. You pick up a menu from the counter and order, then grab a table and wait for the buzzer to go off. The space is casual and stuff is served on paper plates, so this is not a date night place! It's really cute with all of their nautical themed decorations. They also have a bunch of merchandise and food related gift items, if you're looking for the perfect souvenir. Employees were friendly and helpful. We ordered these items: Fish and Chips - highly recommended! They're fresh and have that classic flavor you're craving. We saw a lot of folks getting this one. Not a surprise! You get 4 hearty pieces, hot and crisp. The "chips" had a bit of batter and were crisp on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. Perfect! Comes with a tiny scoop of coleslaw. Sablefish with butter - the person at the counter said it just came in today. It was super fresh and cooked just perfectly. Sablefish isn't super fatty nor dry, it's just perfect. Veggies were fresh and cooked throughly with just a touch of crunch. Rice pilaf is quite flavorful and delicious, just a touch greasy, but in a good way! Sand Dabs - DH noticed this special after we already ordered, but he couldn't resist. Cost was based on weight + $8 for cooking. They were lightly battered and absolutely delicious. Clam Chowder (smallest size) - surprisingly good too. They must've improved their recipe since the last time we ate here. It's very thick and hearty with delicious, sweet, small pieces of clam. Overall, a fun place for a fresh, casual meal. You'll need to bus your own table after eating. Bathrooms are outside in the back. It's not as crowded as the fancier restaurants. Kids loved the food. We'll be back! read more

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Good place to stop by for a fresh seafood lunch - just be aware that you need to grab a table first before you can order food for dine-in or otherwise you can do take out. You order up at the counter - be sure to check out their daily specials. I had the grilled prawns and salmon patty special which came with rice and vegetables. The prawns had a delicious garlic butter sauce on them and the salmon patties were pretty good. My husband had the fried rockfish sandwich which came with fries and coleslaw. Tasty lunch overall! read more

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This place has nose dived in recent years presumably new management/owners/staff/ All the food tastes like it's fried in very poor quality, not fresh oil. Fish quality is lousy especially for a seaside town - claims to be fresh, and tastes frozen, don't pay anything extra for the Halibut, you'll be very disappointed. Serving size very poor. If you don't care about quality or value, maybe you'll flock here for what might appear to be a relatively 'cheap eat'. It's barely a step above McDonalds. read more

Food wasn't bad. I had ordered the clam chowder since I was craving it, & the Baja tacos... since it had been a min since I had fish tacos. I had it grilled, but maybe next time I'll try it fried. I would def add more sauce & Coleslaw. Maybe even more flavor as well. ;) Also, perfect spot to shop for your seafood!! Service was fair. Ambiance was ok. Small indoors, but more space in the back. read more

Sea Harvest - Clam Chowder. On my lunch break. - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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When we were in Monterey for a conference I googled where do locals eat seafood and Sea Harvest popped up. It's a no frills seafood market and restaurant. You get in line, choose your seafood and the way you want it prepared. Grab a drink from the fridge and pay. Then find a seat either inside or outside. Wait for your buzzer to chime. I chose the bay scallops, fried. My husband got fish and chips. The portions are huge. And the prices are way less than cannery row. There's a small parking lot as well as street parking. The bathrooms are outside which was a little odd. read more

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On a calm Friday afternoon, my partner and I were in Monterey to check out the aquarium. Before we went in we were feeling a little hungry, so we decided to stop by Sea Harvest. We ordered the Combination and Chips. It was pretty delicious and I can't really complain about how everything was. Was it the best fish and chips I've ever had, no, but was it bad, no. The seafood was cooked well and the fries were solid as well. read more

Sea Harvest - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

I was looking to avoid Cannery Row inflation prices and have a good fish and chips before heading back down south. The prices were a great deal and the fish for sale on display motivated me to get the combination platter which did not disappoint. Very fresh, comes out piping hot. Super succulent prawns and great cod and calamari strips. The coleslaw portion is comically small, but let's be real - who's here for the coleslaw? Great beer battered fries and the come with all the fixings - cocktail sauce, tartar, and malt vinegar. I love the mix of indoor and outdoor seating, all on nautical theme. Service was quick, not the most cheery and the cashier was on his phone a little bit, which is slightly unsanitary; but I got what came looking for. read more

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Local fresh seafood, casual environment with a self service style. What more could you want? The food was fantastic. Mostly locals come here so you know it's good. read more

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I always heard that this place has the best fish and chips so I had to go try it out. Nice local spot, with great outdoor seating. Nice selection of seafood as well. The fish and chips was fresh, but nothing spectacular to me. I definitely has better seasoned fish and chips than this place. Service was a bit slow, 1 guy running the entire front and looks like 1 guy cooking in the back. read more

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Fresh and delicious seafood in a casual setting. We came in for dinner last night around 5:30pm and the dining room was already full (and we beat the line--by the time we were eating there was a line out the door). Lots of seating outside, but we didn't want to sit in the cold. We ordered a kids fish and chips, seafood pasta, combination seafood and chips, raw oysters, grilled scallops plate, and grilled rockfish plate. Everything surpassed my expectations. The oysters were so fresh and delicious! The fried items had a nice batter and didn't feel oily/greasy at all. The coleslaw, rice pilaf and fries were a great accompaniment to all the seafood. My scallops were a bit salty, but they were super succulent. The calamari was tender and the pasta had a ton of seafood and the cream sauce was fantastic. Servings were great too. Will definitely come back next time we're in the area. read more

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The gent behind the register was kind enough to try to personalize our order with garlic fries and doing fish + calamari (hold the shrimp since we were getting the cocktail). The order didn't come out just right but he really tried. They have a nice back patio with lots of picnic tables and umbrella ~ perfect for eating Al fresco on a beautiful afternoon! read more

Sea Harvest - Fish and garlic fries, prawn cocktail, fish and shrimp with garlic fries - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

Delicious and satisfying! Would recommend and come back to try the rockfish sando or share fish and chips. My friend and I enjoyed the fairly light batter on the fish & chips, homemade coleslaw (with raisins!), tangy tartar sauce, and crispy fries. I would get it again. My friend thoroughly enjoyed her clam chowder. I liked it enough, and I only tolerate higher-quality clam chowder, since I am not a big fan of clams. The ambience is casual, relaxing, cutely themed, and complete with merch area (seasonings, tartar sauce, plushies, stickers, and hats/shirts). It was pretty full by noon. There is limited parking right next to the restaurant. We found a great/ free 90-min spot just 1 block up foam st and slightly up the hill. A good spot for smaller parties or families for casual eating. read more

Sea Harvest - Prices Feb 2026 are higher than listed on yelp! - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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Expected popping hot fried fish, shrimp and calamari, as well as fries. Fish , fries and shrimps were lukewarm, barely hot. Calamari was better. Coleslaw was mediocre. Was not impressed at all. read more

Sea Harvest - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

Was craving fish and chips so I stopped by. This is a casual eatery with both indoor and outdoor seating. Grab a table and order at the front. They have a huge selection of fresh seafood to choose from in addition to their menu. The fish and chips was a classic, so delicious! A great meal to fill you up if you're craving some seafood while in Monterey read more

Sea Harvest - fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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Nice seafood spot! Fresh and plenty of seating. - Fish and chips : nice thin but crispy and flavorful batter. Fish was fresh, fries were also crispy! Comes with tartar sauce - calmari : very fresh and soft, not chewy. Wish it came with tentacle pieces. Had herb batter - fish tacos : chose fried - great portion and the coleslaw went so well with it! - clam chowder : very creamy, had a good amount of clams! A decent clam chowder! read more

Sea Harvest - Fish & Chips, calamari basket, fish taco, Clam Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

Quaint little place with in and outdoor dining. Thera is also a seafood market counter if you want to purchase something to cook at home. Did the sea bass and chowder bowl. Quick, good portion. read more

Sea Harvest - Sea bass and rice - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

This is a great place to pick up fresh fish sometimes just off the boat that day so I would highly recommend it

Always Great service, Great food!! Funny side note: I did feel a little assaulted while eating the coleslaw and seeing a raisin. For fresh seafood with reasonable prices this is the place. read more

Sea Harvest - The aftermath ! Combination - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

Visiting on a Sunday while at the Monterey bay aquarium. Sea harvest is walking distance from the aquarium and I've heard great things so I had to check it out for myself. I ordered the fish and chips, calamari for the table and a few of us wanted to try the clam chowder so we split a pint. Upon entering you first are met with the fish counter where on display is beautifully fresh looking fish. This restaurant is sit down but you have to order at the front counter and a buzzer is handed to you for self pick up. The fish and chips had a nice flavor but did get soggy while eating. Suggestion would be to serve the fish along side the fries and not directly on top to avoid them from getting soggy. The calamari had good flavor, but the texture was dense and a bit underwhelming. The star of the show was their clam chowder (not pictured). No complaints just absolute perfection. read more

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Tried the fried oysters, grilled fish sandwich, combo (fried shrimp, calamari and fish and chips) and clam chowder. Calamari is in a stick shape, batter could have used more flavor. Liked the crunch of the fish and chips but also could have used more seasoning. Star of the show is definitely the chowder, which we got a quart of to share. There are several indoor tables and outdoor picnic tables. Bathrooms are in a separate building outside the restaurant next to the picnic tables. Parking: Free and limited in their private lot. Paid street parking. read more

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Stopped here for lunch after visiting the aquarium. It wasn't busy at all. We didn't have to wait in line to order. We placed our order at the counter and found a table to sit at. They give you a device that vibrates when your order is ready. Both my husband and I got the halibut fish and chips and split a clam chowder. Our order was ready quickly. Our food was hot and fresh. The halibut was very good. I had mine with cocktail sauce. I don't care for tartar sauce. They also had malt vinegar available. The fries were hot and crispy. The clam chowder was piping hot and very good. They have fresh fish you can buy to take home and prepare. They also had mini store of sauces and merch. There was plenty of seating inside. The gentleman at the counter was very nice and helpful. read more

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LOCATION: Foam/Hoffman WHAT WE ORDERED: * Crispy Artichoke Hearts ($10.95) * Calamari ($11.95) * Prawn Cocktail ($12.95) * 6 Oysters ($18.95) * Clam Chowder pint ($7.95) * Fish & Chips w/ fries and coleslaw ($18.95) The taste of everything was very average. All very plain and lacking flavor. The oysters had no depth. The most disappointing was the calamari. It had no crisp or crunch, and it was more like a fish stick than anything. The best item we got had to be the clam chowder, and even that was just a little bit better than okay. The prices are very fair for seafood. Wish it was a little more tasty. read more

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Gotta love these seafood market restaurants. They always have the best and freshest seafood. Got the more premium fish and chips made with halibut and it was really tasty and full of meat with a nice crisp. The grilled sea bass was so good also. The meat was juicy and buttery while firm and flaky. Loved the garlic butter sauce it was cooked with as well. The flavor wasn't overpowering as the fish had a great natural taste already. Outdoor seating perfect if dining with your dog. Parking lot with a decent amount of spots also. read more

Sea Harvest - Halibut fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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I thought this was a very nice place to enjoy great seafood in Monterey without spending a fortune. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. You order from a counter and they give you a buzzer to let you know when your food is ready. I ordered the fish and chips which goes for $18.95, and I thought it was excellent. They gave me five pieces of fish, which is a lot of food, and the lady at the counter told me it was made with locally caught cod. There's also a small market inside where you can buy fresh seafood as well as some other related food products. read more

Sea Harvest - Fish and Chips - $18.95 - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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Wanted a casual dinner near our hotel in Monterey. Our group of three took a short walk to Sea Harvest. Sea Harvest is a fast casual restaurant and fish market. There's ample seating indoor and more outdoor. We placed an order at the counter then sat at a table. Our group ordered a variety of items. I opted for the Chilean sea bass prepared with butter and garlic. It was absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection. I also enjoyed several spoonfuls of my husband's clam chowder served in a bread bowl. It was rich and flavorful. I couldn't resist getting a few bites of the fries that we all shared. Everyone in my party was also pleased with their entrees. This was one of my favorite meals during our weekend stay in Monterey. Highly recommend checking out Sea Harvest, especially if you like seafood! read more

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This is the spot for simple seafood plates to boost your energy for the day to explore Monterey! I'm fond of the simple menus and vast options of seafood that this place has to offer. I ordered a plate with rice and veggies but I can't recall what kind of fish I had because I didn't choose it hahaha however it was yummy and fresh. I'll definitely have to come back and try the other items on the menu next time I'm back in town. Seafood doesn't have to be cooked or seasoned in anything fancy, this spot does it just fine and really aims to draw out the natural flavors of the ingredients itself. I do appreciate that there's hot sauce on the table too to help give it some heat. The prices aren't the most affordable but it's good quality that you're paying for when you dine at this establishment. read more

I hadn't been to Sea Harvest in a long time, visited for dinner with friends recently. It met my expectations, but I'm also not in a rush to return soon. Shrimp with cocktail sauce was solid. Fish and chips with halibut, i.e. the upgraded version, was also solid, except that the fish was a little overcooked. Took home some Blue Point oysters, which were fresh and high quality. Everything was reasonably priced. Service was basically self-service, the cashier/counter people were friendly. Ambiance was casual and utilitarian. read more

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Cute place for lunch! I loved the fish and chips with lemon and the mal vinegar they provided. The child's portion was about 9$ and a great size for me. Service was friendly and accommodating! I would love to has more seasoning on the fish, but till fresh and flakey. read more

Sea Harvest - Fish & Chips child's portion - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

We love stopping here for sea food when we're close by. The food is always fresh and if you catch them at the right time they will even stream mussels or clams for you if they aren't too busy! The oysters had not sand whatsoever and were delicious! The shrimp were so fresh that the shells came off clean and the mussels were delicious and buttery. They are an operational fish market so you know everything is going to be fresh! Love that there is a big backyard so on a nice day you can sit outside and enjoy the sunshine but also have the option to sit indoors. read more

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I've been to Sea Harvest many times over the years, and I keep coming back for one reason -- their seafood is always fresh, clean, and inviting. What impresses me most is that, even though they operate both as a restaurant and a fish market, the space is spotless and you don't get that heavy fish smell you often encounter at harbor-side seafood shops. That tells you everything about how carefully they handle their product. On this visit, the clam chowder was thick and full of real substance, the Ahi tuna salad and swordfish plate were generous in portion and prepared with respect for the ingredients, and the salmon/scallop pasta was hearty and balanced. The beer list -- with plenty of California microbrews, from white ales to IPA -- pairs nicely with the food. The cooking here is straightforward, with light seasoning that lets the freshness of the seafood speak for itself. When ingredients are this good, simplicity is the best approach. No gimmicks, just letting the seafood shine. And the portions are no joke -- you walk out full, feeling the money you spent was absolutely worth it. If one day I spot a fish in their market case that I really want on the spot, I'd be more than happy to ask if the kitchen could prepare it. The combination of market freshness, honest cooking, and generous portions makes this place unique. Sea Harvest isn't about being fancy. It's about freshness, generosity, and staying true to its fishing-town roots. -- Dr. C Only writing for what truly earns the stars. read more

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This is a rare find in Monterey, a qualities seafood restaurant that was as affordable as a fast food restaurant. Don't a hostess to seat you, you just have to wait for an available table, but they have seating inside and out back. I had the fish and chips and the wife had crab, and the Bill total came to less than breakfast at IHOP earlier that day. I hesitate making this restaurant well known, but at the same time, I would sure hate for it to go out of business due to lack of customers. So, keep it under your hat :^) read more

We asked our dear friend where he would prefer to celebrate his birthday, and he chose Sea Harvest. I was thrilled as I had been wanting to try this place for quite some time. The dining area is pretty much cafe style with small tables and chairs. You order at the counter and they call your name for pick up. The staff also appreciate your busing your own table. I ordered the Rock Fish sandwich which comes with fries, and coleslaw. A very small portion of coleslaw, maybe a spoonful. The fish is very light so it needs a bit of seasoning but it was very fresh and the sandwich overall was quite good. The Birthday Boy ordered fish and chips which looked to be very crispy so I plan to order that next time I visit. My husband ordered the clam chowder bread bowl. The prices are reasonable for fresh local fish and despite the self serve the staff are friendly and make great recommendations. They host a very nice patio I would very much enjoy trying out when the weather is a bit warmer. We will definitely be returning. read more

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Really delicious version of a classic beachside fish stand. I had the Cajun albacore sandwich and it was seasoned to perfection. My friend got a battered and fried fish which was also great. The fries are the classics. Can't go wrong with the fresh selection in a great location. read more

This is a solid lunch spot. I did a search on the app for a place to get lunch and found Sea Harvest. On our last trip to Monterey we dined here twice. Everything we've tried on the menu is excellent. I've ordered the clam chowder, grilled baja fish tacos, sea scallop salad, and their combination basket that includes fried fish, fried prawns and calamari with a side of fries and coleslaw. My husband loves their rockfish sando. The food tastes fresh and the portions are big. They also sell fresh seafood as well. It's casual dining where you order at the counter and they hand out buzzers. The customer service is friendly. There is indoor and outdoor seating. They have a parking lot on the side of the building as well as street parking. If I lived closer I would eat here every week! read more

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It's close by the Monterey Bay Aquarium and liked how they had fresh catches on display as well as clearly distinguishing what is local and not, but this place was overall okay. You order at the counter and pick up food / clean up after self. The sablefish was our favorite. Our orders: Clam chowder (pint) Oysters, half dozen Sablefish over Caesar salad with butter and garlic Ahi Tuna, with rice and vegetables, Cajun style read more

This place was highly recommended, so I figured I would try it out. Don't let the casual ambiance fool you. This place was delicious! Staff and Service: - There is a sign that states you should find a table first and then get in line to order - Order at the register, receive a buzzer, and go back to your table. Once your buzzer vibrates, you'll go up to the counter to pick your food up Food: - Fish Tacos: you have the option for grilled or fried. I went with fried and they were tasty quite large in size, these tacos were filling - Prawn Cocktail: fresh, delicious, and filling - Garlic Bread: I had low expectations for this because I've been to many restaurants and the garlic bread has either been super dry or so overcooked that its hard. This garlic bread was delicious. It was crunch on the outside and soft on the inside, as well as flavorful - Seafood Kebab: the garlic rice alone with this dish was divine. I wanted an additional plate of just the rice (you can choose just rice or rice and veggies). The kebab itself is large and has various types of fish (salmon, shrimp, etc.). Miscellaneous: - Parking is available via street parking and local parking lots - There is an outdoor seating area as well in the back - Good for pairs, and larger groups of four and up read more

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Came here on Friday (our second time) and was really excited to get the combo & chips (shrimp, calamari, fish) Couldn't tell the difference between the fish and calamari at first (the calamari used to be in strips). Tasted so bland and same with the tartar sauce. I remember this place used to be pretty good but it was just alright this time. I know it's deep fried but when I pressed down on the fish it oozed out in oil and tasted like it was cooked in old oil. When we went to the Carmel location about a year ago (the calamari and tartar sauce were unreal so we were looking forward to our dinner here in Monterey again). Would I come back here? Eh, I'd probably skip and go somewhere else to be honest (which is sad because we used to really like this place!) read more

Sea Harvest - Combination & Chips - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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Delicious clam chowder! Really creamy and thick and rich. Often served in a bread bowl but we just shared a pint out of a to go bowl. Also shared the combination fish and chips which included calamari and prawns!! So good!!! read more

Sea Harvest - Outside view of building. Nothing fancy but nice-comfortable - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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Came by for a quick bite after going to the Monterey bay aquarium. Seeing all the fish made me hungry to eat some fish. I came on a Saturday around 130pm and they had seating both indoor and outdoor available. Food takes about 10 minutes to get ready. Fish and chips 3.5/5 - nothing special about the way they fry their fish although fries had a nice crisp to it. The tartar sauce they used tasted really generic and reminded me of eating a filet o fish from McDonald's. This was an okay place for fish and chips if that's what you're in the mood for but I wouldn't go out of my way to come to this restaurant. read more

Sea Harvest - Menu July 2025 - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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The fish is so fresh. My wife had the grilled fish tacos. I had the Fish and chips with a very light batter and delicious too. The service was pretty fast, you order your food and when ready,your buzzer alerts you to get your food. There are a number of tables inside and a large seating area outside. read more

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