Cardero's Restaurant

This was my first time visiting Cardero’s and it was FANTASTIC! The place was quite busy even at 3 p.m., but the wait time wasn’t too bad. We sat on the over-the-water patio, and the atmosphere was absolutely beautiful—overlooking the water and boat docks made it such an enjoyable experience. The servers were kind, funny, and very attentive. We ordered the Coal Harbour Burger to share, and not only was it one of the best burgers I’ve had in years, but they also went the extra mile by serving it already cut in half, each on our own plate with individual portions of fries. And let me tell you—those fries were amazing—crispy, perfectly seasoned, and absolutely delicious. As I’m writing this, I’m literally salivating just thinking about the meal—not even kidding. Of course, pricing depends on what you order, but we found the burger to be reasonably priced and a generous enough portion to share. Honestly, I can’t wait to come back and try more items from their menu!

I had heard a lot of great things about Cardero’s, so we decided to check it out on a Sunday evening. We were unable to make reservations, but the wait for the patio on a summer night wasn’t bad at all (30 minutes). The hostesses were very friendly and the service was excellent. The individuals who took care of us, Katie & Leandro, were amazing, efficient and very attentive to ensure our experience was enjoyable. Katie was very personable, attentive and knowledgeable about the menu - I was impressed from the get go! Leandro was very quick in service and would always ask if we had everything we needed! They were both lovely to chat with! We started with the humus, sweet & sour chicken, crispy brussel sprouts and the cast iron mushrooms - all of which were delicious! I, myself, am not a big seafood person, but there were various delicious non-seafood options that I could choose from. I opted for a delicious sirloin steak & salad meanwhile, my friends were incredibly satisfied with their BC grilled salmon and roasted red sablefish dishes. We concluded our meal with a lemon meringue vanilla ice cream cake with a raspberry coulee, which was to die for! The patio was the best place to sit, in terms of having conversations and overall, the atmosphere of the restaurant was very nice! Cardero’s is probably one of the best restaurants I’ve visited in Vancouver. The ambiance, the service and the food are impeccable and I would highly recommend it!

This was a great find from someone with little knowledge of the zoning and districts of Vancouver. Placed on the Marina at the posh side of town, the walk from Waterfront Station was absolutely worth it. Entering the vast wooden building, we were greeted by a busy and energetic sight, smokey open kitchen and wonderful display of wines, specials and people really enjoying themselves. The menu was wonderful and we enjoyed the Sok-eye Salmon and seared Albacore Tuna. Flavors were perfect and veg not overcooked. Sunset over the Marina was a perfect end. Booking ahead is essential.

I had passed by this spot a number of times but this trip I made a reso and went there with a group of friends. My jaw dropped when I entered because it definitely doesn’t show how amazing it is until you walk in. It felt like we were right on the water with the table at the very far corner of the restaurant. They’re godly with seafood. Oysters were amazing, the sizzling shrimp, halibut, squid, and the list goes on and on - all top notch. Staff are smiles throughout. They really make you feel at home and welcome. Thanks for a lovely evening. For more reviews, recipes, tips and tricks around the kitchen, follow me @nazaris_touch on Instagram.

I had the foraged mushroom tagliatelle, absolutely delicious. The homemade faccacia was delicious. Soft and fragrant. Parking was street and a parcade nearby. Service was fast and friendly. Server Camillo, he was great. It was my nieces grad dinner celebration, and he surprised her with a dessert. We had a great time it was very busy but we didn't feel rushed at any time. Would totally recommend.

Our tour bus driver told us that Cardero’s is the best restaurant in Vancouver, so we decided to try it for our last dinner before leaving the city. Ordering food has always been a bit of a challenge for us because we can’t read Western menus very well. Fortunately, the server was very patient, helping us understand the menu and recommending delicious yet affordable dishes. In the end, we ordered the tuna, sizzling squid, and grilled salmon. I told the server that the two of us would be sharing the salmon dish, and to our surprise, it was served as two separate plates—each beautifully presented and fully portioned. It was a pleasant and unexpected gesture, showing how much they care about the dining experience of their guests. All three dishes were delicious, and we finally understood why this restaurant is considered number one in Vancouver: great food, stunning ocean views, and top-quality service.

We were in Vancouver for a couple of days. Wanted to get to a couple of restaurants that focused on seafood. We had walked by Cardero's on the way to Stanley Park and thought it looked promising. It's right on the water. It has an authentic and casual feel to it. The concierge at the hotel also recommended it. We were late in getting a reservation (for 5) in, but they were able to squeeze us into to their busy dining room. It's larger inside than it looks. There are several dining areas. With a heated patio space outside. They have a large bar, and this evening there was a guitar/vocalist who was doing a nice job with songs from 70s/80s. The place was full and VERY loud. Got to our table, and the server set us up with waters, menus and a description of the specials. Couple of the group wanted to taste some of the beers, so that was no problem. While we were waited they brought a couple bowls of hummus with some fresh pita. That was a nice touch and took the edge off of our hunger. We ordered Brussel Sprouts for the table, and several different entrees including the Crab Crusted Cod, and Red Curry Prawns. We eat a lot of Brussel Sprouts, and this was NOT a good order. It was way too salty (all 6 of us agreed), and we mentioned that to the server. After a few minutes they brought another order, and that to was better, but had so lemon that it made your lips pucker! Very disappointing. The rest of the entrees were very good. The Crusted Cod was hot, flavorful, and was a good portion. The vegetable side of broccoli and carrots were tender, but not over-cooked. The Prawns were good as well, and the curry broth not overpowering. Some of the other entrees including salmon, chicken. Everyone seemed to enjoy their selections. The evening was a mixed bag. The restaurant is nicely designed, but too noisy for a normal (volume) conversation. The server the entire evening was very good. The food was good with the exception of the brussel sprouts.

This restaurant was a fantastic find, great food and service. Went twice during our two day visit to Vancouver. On the harbour front and quite central, easily walked to from our hotel The Wall. Will return when we are back in Vancouver.

Great food and great views! I love Cardero's, the food is always tasty and if you manage to get a table on the patio or near the window, you get to see the marina and the mountains of the north shore. I have been to the restaurant a couple of times and can recommend the dockside platter to share for two, the tuna tataki and the mussels in coconut curry sauce. All are very good, especially the mussels. Portions are quite generous. The cocktails are also nicely done. Loved the pineapple coconut mojito. For dessert, the crème brûlée is good but I prefered the warm chocolate pecan brownie. All in all a good place for dinner, be warned that it gets very loud inside, it's quite difficult to hear your table conversation. Better be seated outside on the patio if you want a more peaceful experience.

This place was highly recommended by several local friends and what a great place on the water with wonderful views of the harbor out the window. We sat in the bar area where Jamie the musician was playing by the fireplace. We stated with some great drinks, And a bottle of Tinhorn Creek. The Cesear salad was perfect with crispy capers and a delicious dressing. We also had a side of there spicy greenbeans as our first course to share. Then we went with the Signature Wok Squid and shared that and the Roasted Sablefish. So perfectly created and so good! Our friend had the Pasta Bolonese. I tried a bite it was great for those who stay away from seafood. Jen and Andrea checked on us thoughout the evening and Jamie the gutarest was so wonderful and his voice was like a fine wine. Jen gave us all the right food suggestions that were perfect!

We were in Vancouver for a couple of days. Wanted to get to a couple of restaurants that focused on seafood. We had walked by Cardero's on the way to Stanley Park and thought it looked promising. It's right on the water. It has an authentic and casual feel to it. The concierge at the hotel also recommended it. We were late in getting a reservation (for 5) in, but they were able to squeeze us into to their busy dining room. It's larger inside than it looks. There are several dining areas. With a heated patio space outside. They have a large bar, and this evening there was a guitar/vocalist who was doing a nice job with songs from 70s/80s. The place was full and VERY loud. Got to our table, and the server set us up with waters, menus and a description of the specials. Couple of the group wanted to taste some of the beers, so that was no problem. While we were waited they brought a couple bowls of hummus with some fresh pita. That was a nice touch and took the edge off of our hunger. We ordered Brussel Sprouts for the table, and several different entrees including the Crab Crusted Cod, and Red Curry Prawns. We eat a lot of Brussel Sprouts, and this was NOT a good order. It was way too salty (all 6 of us agreed), and we mentioned that to the server. After a few minutes they brought another order, and that to was better, but had so lemon that it made your lips pucker! Very disappointing. The rest of the entrees were very good. The Crusted Cod was hot, flavorful, and was a good portion. The vegetable side of broccoli and carrots were tender, but not over-cooked. The Prawns were good as well, and the curry broth not overpowering. Some of the other entrees including salmon, chicken. Everyone seemed to enjoy their selections. The evening was a mixed bag. The restaurant is nicely designed, but too noisy for a normal (volume) conversation. The server the entire evening was very good. The food was good with the exception of the brussel sprouts.

We got a table by the window overseeing the bay. Great water view with yachts docking. Table is big and spacious. Good service. Apparently their "wok" dishes are quite good - possibly better than the Chinese restaurant on Alberni Street. Main courses are in decent portion - we don't have room for dessert. Most dishes are slightly on the salty side despite I ask for low sodium. However I feel they deliver the value given the price. It's a pleasant surprise.

I passed by this restaurant a few times since my hotel was right down the street so we finally decided to grab dinner here the last night before leaving. They were very busy even around 7 PM. Our estimated wait time was 1 hour but we were seated in about 40 minutes or so. Service: Sam was our server and she was super friendly and attentive. We were fighting for the bill at the end and she kept her promise and gave it to the first person that asked. Food: We ordered the following: * dragon boat - the meatball in this dish was not too impressive but the bbq ribs were delicious. * dockside - we really enjoyed the oysters in this and ended up ordering more oysters on the side. The mussels were tiny though. * caesar salad * smoked salmon pizza

Quaint, dim light, seafood restaurant located right on the pier downtown Vancouver with a beautiful view of the marina! Ordered alder plank grilled king salmon! It was served with a delicious tamari (aka soy sauce) marinade, fresh vegetables and fingerling potatoes! Definitely recommend! Our server was very helpful in explaining how the food was prepared and suggested we order the peanut butter cheese cake - which was absolutely devine! The restaurant was decorated with small Christmas trees and has a real fireplace in the bar area making it the absolute perfect location for a romantic waterfront dining experience! Don't miss it if you are in the area! Pro tip: be careful not to park illegally. The police regularly patrol and tow cars, unfortunately.

After walking around Stanley Park staring at boats and sea life. One can get a little famished on the way back to the hotel. So we decided to stop by Cardero's in Vancouver, British Columbia. I mean, if you're this close to sea water. It's only proper to eat something that comes out of it ya kno. So let's get started shall we. First up is the Mussels. That coconut curry is a sublime combination. Rich and delicate with the seafood taste of the mussels. 8.7/10 For the my main Event I went with the BC Halibut. The fish the veg were a little underseasoned. The beurre blanc was low key underwhelming. The rice however was the plate's saving grace. 7.3 should be fair right? Anyways, the atmosphere was very pleasant. The service was top notch and I would definitely recommend this place for casual lunch or evening dindin. If you like discovering new places to smash, hit that follow button. Share this review with a smash mode buddy. And thank you so much for reading along. I love you.

This restaurant has a great waterfront location. It was busy at 6:30pm on a Friday but we were able to get a table for 2 right away in their bar area. It's a very dimly lit space, but they do have a sconce at every table for lighting. The rest of the decor is very cool with rustic nautical vibes. They have a nice looking outdoor space as well, but I believe they were closed for a private event while we were there. We really enjoyed our food and drinks- the warm olives were my favorite- and they had hockey and baseball on the tvs in the bar area to watch. The service was a bit on the slow side, especially when it was time to cash out, but overall we had a nice experience.

As a friend recommended,7 of us had lunch together today. I ordered the mussels & frites despite my wife's disappointment. Because all the friends ordered burgers. To mine dismay, The mussels all had sand in them. BC exports mussels and the restaurant also promoted fresh seafood , maybe burgers still were the best choices.

I went here with my family for my mom's birthday dinner last Saturday. We decided to go here since none of us have ever dined in Cardero's before. Atmosphere was great. You can choose to dine inside or dine at patio to enjoy the sun. Staff helped me reserve a table so we had a table for 4 of us. We ordered the following: 1) Mussels and Frites ($29), 2) Crispy Fried Oysters ($17), 3) Clam Chowder (bowl size $13), 4) 2 pc Fish and Chips ($26), 5) Smoked Salmon Pizza ($25), 6) Linguine Vongole ($29) with pale ale ($8.25). Mussels and frites and Vongole were great. Fish and chips were not bad at all. We were surprised clam chowder wasn't the typical creamy kind of soup. It rather looked like tomato soup. Smoked Salmon Pizza was okay. It was small and thin. It was also messy to eat as toppings kept falling. Portions were small for the price. There were lots of fries for Mussels and Fries and Fish and Chips. Oysters were not bad. My family didn't like it. Our server Jacqui was fantastic. She was friendly and attentive. She even offered a slice of free cake for my mom. Some of us didn't feel full after eating. Also there was no free bread before food came out. I feel sorry to say that food was too mediocre overall. Too expensive for an average food in my personal opinion.

Cardero's is ideally situated overlooking the marina. It's much nicer inside than the pictures convey. Since it's always packed in the evening we decided to go for Sunday lunch, and it was delightful. We shared the rather massive dockside platter, which included 12 oysters, 12 clams, 12 mussels, 6 prawns, a whole Dungeness crab, ahi tuna tataki, salmon poke, miso-ginger vinaigrette, red wine mignonette, cocktail sauce, and fresh grated horseradish. Everything was great. My wife loved the oysters, and I loved the clams and mussels. The crab was a bit of work, but worth it. There's a nice wine list (no bargains). Service and the entire staff were very friendly and welcoming. A great place for seafood, and to enjoy the view.

If you're looking for a restaurant with great views and ambiance, this is one I'd highly recommend. All of us truly enjoyed our meals and would definitely come back. Toby was our server and he was polite, attentive, and professional. All in all, one of our best experiences here!

We wanted to eat somewhere nice for my wife's bday. So glad we found this place! It was pretty busy, but it didn't take long to be seated. Our waitress was so nice! The pork chop and salmon were both amazing! We weren't expecting the complimentary bday dessert. I think that says a lot about a restaurant that does that. This is the kind of experience that makes me rethink some of the other 5-stars I've given. I want to give Cardero's more than 5.

Wow, so glad we ate dinner here! The concierge suggested we dine here. When we arrived, the hosts sat us down right away. Our server was the best! His name was Toby. Absolutely outstanding service. Ordered whiskey and wine. Appetizers were fried oysters and raw oysters. So yummy! The weather was perfect so we sat outside. They did have the outdoor heaters on but we asked for it to be turned off since it was a beautiful day. The restaurant was pretty busy but the ambience was fun and not loud. Very chill and happy vibes all around. The restroom was clean too (women's). And each staff member that i interacted with was really friendly. We ordered the linguine vongole, the lamb chops and the pizza. Everything was delicious! We ate every last piece of food. For dessert we had the pecan brownie with ice cream and the peanut butter cheesecake. So delicious. I wish we orders another brownie ice cream because it went too fast. Definitely will come back here again. What a wonderful dinner to end the day/night. Probably should make reservations next time. We got lucky. Thank you to Toby for the outstanding service. We are completely satisfied with our entire experience. Highly recommend!!!

We could see this restaurant from our hotel window! We could not get a reservation, however, we were able to walk in and we were seated on the patio immediately! The place is always packed and for good reason! Salmon, shrimp and scallops, all great choices! The potatoes were ok. If you're down by the waterfront, check it out!

Gorgeous views over the harbour, great cocktails and decent meal. Great place to dine and enjoy the sights in Vancouver

Service was attentive and prompt -- thank you Logan! The Arctic char had a nice sear on the outside but moist and tender on the inside. The brussel sprouts were really sour (probably from lemon juice), though we asked for no cheese, so maybe the cheese normally balances it out. The truffle fries were a hit! Lots of room for a work lunch. Would come back again!

We were seated in the chairs by the fireplace which was a lovely spot but not exactly at a table. The view of the marina was great. Service was speedy enough and soon I was eating a spicy rigatoni that was very good. It had little bits of sausage in the tasty sauce. I guess I expected more sausage. My husband ordered the fish and chips and was pleased with his dish. The fries were a generous portion and when ordering you can select one or two pieces of fish. The coleslaw was delicious. I'm sorry I didn't order seafood but perhaps will have to come again!

Great burger for lunch, attentive wait staff, nice ambiance inside, and they offer outside dining with heaters if you want to enjoy the view. Husband had fish & chips and enjoyed it!

Love the view inside, very busy inside for a tuesday night- line out the door! our server was super friendly. fresh local fish, good stop for food in the area

Good food and service was superb. I would give this restaurant a 5 if they had more local fresh catch. But we all had the plank salmon and a squid wok appetizer which was very good. The portions aren't Texas size but appropriate and the price point was a bit high with the entree at $ 32. Margaritas were very nice.

This place is great. Went with my wife for our anniversary dinner. Food was great, service was great, and the vibe of the restaurant and decor is great. Ronnie hooked us up with a seat at the oyster bar and is one of the friendliest service industry workers I have ever interacted with. The food was amazing, I highly recommend the peanut butter cheesecake. Also a cut of salmon that was one of the best things I have ever ate.

Great food (love the maple-planked salmon), great service (prompt and gracious), but very very LOUD. Don't come here with friends if you actually want to converse.

Service 5 Ambiance/View 5 Price/Value $$$/2 Taste 2-3 Presentation 5 Thoughts: I don't see the big deal, the fish n chips i ordered was mostly a batter that was soggy with a little rubbery tenacity to it, not crispy at all, that hid the little portion of fish that was inside. Way better FnC at Padjo's in Steveston or Trolls at Horseshoe Bay. My wife had the sable fish and got a little 3 inch piece where the body starts to curve towards the tail fin but only half the side not both sides served w a few carrots and quinoa for $43. Some oyster the size of a toonie at $4 each. I did like the pan fried oysters tho. Mostly show and little substance, but now at least i can say that I've tried it.

"On the shore I look and see Lights from far away come back to me On the Waterfront" (Leon Russell) We had one night in Vancouver before our cruise ship took us away to Alaska. One of my Canadian friends recommended Carderos for dinner, and since it was about 100 yards down the waterfront from our hotel, four of us gave them a try for dinner. And I'm glad we did, because Cardero's was great. Cardero's was big and spacious with such a deep seafood menu, I found it hard to decide what I wanted. I chose a cup of Manhattan Clam Chowder ($9CAD).and Red Curry Prawns ($24CAD). I also opened with a cocktail, in this case a Manhattan Sour ($15.50 CAD),The Manhattan was terrific, and was a nice way to kick things off. My two dishes were fantastic- great flavor, great presentation, and decent pricing. My chowder was excellent- with plenty of chopped clams, diced potatoes, carrots and onions. The Red Curry Prawns were even better -served in a spicy broth with shrimps, bean sprouts, veggies and a side of white rice. What a fantastic appetizer. Without question Cardero's would be in my rotation if I lived in the Vancouver area

Great location and very popular all the time. Mobbed on weeknights too! Chef's Specials offered were tasty. Full wine and cocktail offering too. Wish they sautéed garlic more for wok squid. Too much of it was raw and hard on the palate and stomach for rest of the night. Service is slow given mobbed with diners. They really need more waitstaff to keep up.

Wow! What a great place in Vancouver. Restaurant over the water. We had a group of 12 people and everyone LOVED their food. We tried 12 different dishes. They were very accommodating to our group and kids also enjoyed their kids menu items. The beer selection was great. Shout out to Markus - a fantastic waiter!

Turned away when we had a reservation and the patio wasn't even half full (4:15) because we asked about keeping our baby (5mo) with us in her carrier. We didn't book a seat for her was their reasoning. She doesn't eat solid food and sits in our lap so we can get up and walk outside if she fusses. The hostess rolled her eyes and was just generally put off by my coming in early to ask if we could sit outside so she could watch things and continue sleeping. Don't try to eat here if you have kids. Other places in Vancouver have been so lovely and accommodating. It's a shame Cardero's isn't the same.

We timed it right and did not need a reservation (approx 2pm on a Friday.) We saw a line forming for walk-ins at dinner time. We sat on the patio and ate fantastic crab (we're from Chicago ... a definite luxury!) The ambiance of sitting on the patio, surrounded by high-end yachts in the harbor cannot be beat! The patio tables along the railings can be awkward based on the poles; I was facing a solo diner at the table next to us, but we wound up having a really interesting conversation with her for an hour. As an extrovert, it was a bonus!

Without question, the absolute best restaurant in Vancouver. Never mind they also have the most incredible view of any restaurant in British Columbia.

This place is a gem! Everything was So delicious! I love the setting. The view is excellent and breathtaking. All of the food was very well prepared. Service was efficient, personal and so helpful. You could tell it's a kind of restaurant where the staff has been there a long time. They also have live music in the bar. We went there two times and had the delicious salmon, halibut, seared tuna, and double lobster tails. We topped it off with the icebox lemon cake. Great selection of beers and wines. So yummy!

First of all, I have to say post-pandemic, this place is rather disappointing. I used to like this place, but now I would prefer never coming back. Service was awful. Ordering took a good 20 to 30 mins. The food was also not great. I had the poach eggs on salmon and laktas. It was subpar. I could barely eat half. Laktas was really unpleasant. The Caesar was okay. I probably won't come back as my friends and I were very disappointed. Brunch is one of my favourite social meals and this experience really put me off.

Halibut here is drier than Sahara desert! Very small portion and no flavor at all. Literally tastes like cotton balls in fish form. Can you believe they charge $45 for that? Mushroom tagliatelle is alright. I gave 2 stars because we got avocado/ tuna/ tomato salad and at least that had flavourful dressing. Good ambiance but bruh fish is extremely subpar

Come here for the views on a sunny day as it's right next to the marina in Coal Harbour. The vibe is kinda old fashioned boathouse, but the waiters are dressed like what you would expect in a chophouse. Service is attentive. They leave a pitcher of water on the tables, which is nice and they also regularly come around and pour water when necessary. The menu has some of the standards you expect. It is definitely pricey for what you get and compared to other restaurants in this category. I think the food is overpriced. It is ok, but the portions and quality are not equivalent to what you pay. Still, you really come here for the location. Drinks also err on the high side for what you get.

We could see this restaurant from our window at the Westin and the place was always packed! We could not get reservations, but we walked over and they got us in within 5 min! We sat on the patio. Great ambiance and so friendly and attentive wait staff! Food was good and fast service, but fish might have been sitting in the line for a bit and the potatoes were just ok. Overall, great experience!

The ambiance of course is Nice. Customer service was stellar, but the fish and chips were mediocre. Fries were cold and the fish batter was soggy not crispy at all.

We stopped in for a drink during our evening stroll. Unfortunately, there wasn't any room on the waterfront patio, but the hostess got us a table as close to the window as possible. I took one glance at their specials and decided to spend my calories on the dessert of the day instead. Lemon ice pie! Vanilla gelato, lemon curd, a thick almond crust, and a meringue on top. Nice looking dessert! I love a good nutty crust and the almond crust and vanilla gelato were great. The lemon curd tasted artificial, and I could have done without the strawberry sauce. They also have a lounge with live music that looked like a nice place to chill. That'd be nice to check out another night!

Coming to Cardero's is a family tradition! The views are absolutely incredible no matter the time of day as you overlook the harbour and the North Shore mountains! The food is a bit overpriced for what it is but you're really just paying for the view. They have lots of gluten free options and the kitchen did a really great job with my dietary restrictions!

Beautiful location waterfront at Coal Harbor. I had a cup of the Cajun corn chowder that was rich and full of flavor. Unfortunately the linguini was very boring and really lacked any flavor. I had to load it up with black pepper and red pepper flakes. The service was very good and excellent ambience! I would give them another try.

On a beautiful Vancouver evening, we were pleased to find a table on the deck of Cardero's Restaurant & Marine Pub without too much of a wait. We started with the Tuna Tataki (picked green papaya, ponzu, edamame, grapefruit, avocado), Parmesan Truffle Fries, Prawn Cocktail (chilled black tiger prawns, cocktail & tarragon horseradish sauce), and some special oysters. Everything was fresh and tasty! For our mains, my Linguine Vongole (fresh manila clams, grape tomatoes, chili flakes, white wine, herbs) was chock full of clams and delicious. The special Fresh Grilled VC Halibut (wok-fried rice, seasonable vegetables, lemon caper beurre blanc) fell short, as the wok-fried rice and seasonable vegetables had a bit of "rice in a bag" feel and was most certainly not wok-fried. From looking at the clientele, it looked like an older crowd and tourists, so that likely attributed to the less exciting mains. Overall, however, it was a nice setting and the food and service was generally good.

We came here upon the recommendation from our hotel. We made a reservation, and there was a mix-up on the date, but the manager was able to accommodate us without delay. The service from beginning to end was amazing. However, the food was just so so. I had a caesar salad and meatballs. The salad was good, but the meatballs were chewy almost to the point of being grisly. My hubby had the bolognese and shared with me - it was only okay. Maybe we got the wrong things, and the service was enough that we would try it again.

A well loved neighborhood staple that is an absolute crowd pleaser. You can never go wrong with Carderos. We came here for Dine Out as it's always good food and good times. The patio in the summer is especially fantastic, but it's always a good choice any time of year. I've always had wonderful service here, and never a bad experience of all the times I've visited. The food is fantastic and there's definitely something for everyone on the menu! Attire is business casual, dressier in the evenings but you wouldn't feel out of place in athliesure wear in the afternoon after enjoying a walk around the sea wall either. They also have a great unique cocktail list for those that enjoy cocktails. The strawberry lemonade is definitely the best. They also have live music on some evenings. If you can get a table with a view the ambiance will be especially lovely. It's a very romantic spot, perfect for a date night but also great for lunch with friends. It's the perfect choice for a mixed crowd or for a date with someone you don't know well yet as the menu is quite varied, and there will always be something for everyone and you're always made to feel like a welcome guest.

I've been here a few times over the years, and being a foodie, I really can't say the food is that good here. I've had the cedar plank salmon, and it's good, but only like a 7/10 good. The chocolate cake dessert was so overly sweet and dense that I only took a couple of bites. I think it's great coming here for the view, but not for the food.

We are visiting for a few days and walked to Cordero's for a beer and appetizer. There is a great selection of local beers and beers on draft. Cherry was the bartender and she was very friendly, polite and professional. Since we are staying close by, we decided to return later for dinner. Cherry was still working and Jesse was also bartending. Jesse was equally polite, friendly and professional. My husband and I shared a Caesar (I cannot eat diary and they made a dairy free salad dressing for me) salad, plus there were fried capers on this salad that really added flavor and depth. I ordered "the Rack of Lamb" and my husband had the "Salmon on a Plank". Both dinners were Exceptional! The Salmon was DELICIOUS and the Lamb was juicy, tender and cooked perfectly. We spoke with the manager (Robert I think) and told him how nice, polite, friendly and professional the staff was and how much we enjoyed our dinner. He was very nice and complemented the entire staff. Cardero's sits right on the marina and it has three bars and out door seating options. It was a lovely place to have dinner and a drink.

Place is a nice not to boujee place with good food and they carry good local draft beer. Service is excellent (Laura&Sam) in the bar area. The ambiance was nice surrounded by water having food and drinks watching hockey... doesn't get any better. Check this place out ... you might like it!!

The food was great and location is unbeatable on the wayerfront, walkable, birthday was a success.

Amazing ambience with warm staff, food was excellent & seafood fresh. Recommend the Lemon Curd Ice Pie

Amazing location with amazing food. They keep you warm even on the coldest day. Highly recommend

Excellent food, great view of the harbor with seats indoors and outdoors. Service was wonderful when taking our orders and also when serving the food.