Pier 46 Seafood Co

The morale of the story... read your own reviews before making the same mistake. It is kind of amazing that over years, my impression of their Salmon Soup with odds and ends....AKA Cioppino, has not changed all that much. Here is my newer impression.... "Pier 46 Seafood looked nice but the soup had way too much Salmon in it, thus it did not play well with my intestines. If I am going to have Cioppino, I like a nice diverse hefty assortment of all sorts of seafood, not mostly just fish. While there was the odd tiny shrimp, some tiny Scallops, and a few clams or mussels, it was more like an afterthought. The broth is tasty, but is monotone Tomato, without much complexity. I thought that it could use a more zesty tone...maybe a squeeze of lemon.... I understand that they want to keep costs down, but not at the expense of flavor, texture, and diversity. Yes, I know that diversity sort of has a bad name, but when it comes to seafood, it is a good concept. Since I was in the area, I shopped at TJs and wanted to eat. Pier 46 I guess is a decent choice for some in the area, but I really prefer Morro Bay. I may eat here again, but instead get a fried Combo plate with fries. Pier 46 is in Templeton, CA.... left on Vineyard exit, just off the 101. If one has a craving for seafood on the long stretch from North to South county, this is a decent choice...but I would keep it simple. I was here before some years back, and I did like the fried seafood Combo, and the fresh Oysters. This time I stayed inside and the service was fine. They are polite when taking an order at the counter, and they later bring you the nice hot metal dish of Fish Soup...and I also had a plate of minced shrimp on a Tostada...which was OK. Ambiance is basic, and is the same as its seafood market. I kind of fell for the soup again since someone else was eating it, and it looked good. Again, it is mostly all fatty Salmon...so if you love tons of Salmon then it may be fine for you.

A little disappointed. Second time at the restaurant. First time it was wonderful. Today is seemed less flavorful. Halibut fish taco was good. The halibut fish and chips were dry.

Literally the best fish and chips in all of SLO county and has been for years! Although it's in North County/Paso this team does a killer job on this plate and my wife and her family consistently rave about the fish tacos. Her family always makes an effort to stop here on their way into SLO when they visit us. Prices are fair for the quality, portions are extremely generous in our experience, spot is clean, and the outdoor seating/beer list deserves a shout out. Love that they carry local craft beers on draft at very fair prices. Also a seafood market, parking can be difficult as it shares a lot with Trader Joe's. Nonetheless, worth the visit every time! Fish and Chips are seriously to die for compared to the rest of this county (Morro Bay and Five Cities included). Hope this continues to be a staple locally for years to come!

If you like fish, this is the place! Very tasty. Visited in the middle of the afternoon, in early December, rather quiet and nice. It's kinda weird that even though they serve beer and wine they don't have a restroom, which I thought was required. Oh well, you have been warned. Thankfully there is a Trader Joe's across the parking lot. Not cheap, but worth it. Fish and chips are recommended along with a $6 beer! Enjoy!

What a great place for seafood lovers. Fish is fresh and cooked perfectly. We had the Calamari Sandwich and the fish tacos. The sandwich was perfect and made me want to come back for another one. Tacos were large with generous portions of fish. We had one fried and one grilled. Both excellent. Counter service is casual and friendly. Outdoor seating. Highly recommend a stop here.

The problem is the lack of consistency. Some days food is great, some just ain't. Last time we had Asian shrimp salad, big disappointment. The shrimp tasted funny like they washed it with some kind of detergent. The fried wonton chips were rancid. Those two parts totally ruined the whole dish. We ended up throwing it away...

If you like seafood this is a great place to eat. However the lobster rolls are small, and another downside is that this place is also a fish market so the inside smells of raw fish and the outside patio has mass amounts of ants. Was not the most pleasant eating experience.

Seafoods are fresh. Ciopinno was sour and salty, red snapper was ok. Mostly outside seating so dogs r ok.

Pier 46 is simply the best. It's no frills but fabulous value and quality. One thing I especially love is that when ordering online they are very accurate in the times estimated for completion, too. Best things on the menu: fish and chips, grilled fish tacos, and gourmet quesadilla.

This is certainly more of an order for take-out kind of place. There are a few tables to eat inside, which is what we chose to do as we were driving through town and looking for a fast casual kind of choice, versus fast food. The food was decent, but not great. We enjoy fish and chips at many places, and this was a titch above okay. It was amusing to watch the counter staff engaging with guests when they came in, mostly to pick up their orders, then leave. Then they'd go back to chatting among themselves. I'd have expected them to be wiping down tables and/or the counters or tables in between handling orders. Not saying they weren't working, but it just felt too casual an approach to minding the business for my taste. We were seated next to a tank for fresh catch. There wasn't anything in it that evening. The first impression was visually interesting with their menu boards. Upon further look-around the appeal went down a few notches. Nice to have fresh seafood options inland, but our first experience wasn't very remarkable.

If you haven't been here before, the place is a bit small and not a full service restaurant. There is indoor seating for about 22 people. Order at the counter and wait for them to call your number. It's a great spot to pick up seafood to cook at home. If you happen to stop in during the lunch rush you will wait a little longer for the pick up as the staff is also serving food, the register gets busy with the customers Menu is solid with good fried foods, cioppino, clam chowder, shrimp louie, sandwiches and sushi. What more could you ask for. The foods all delicious the portions for fair price.

There is this 76 year old aka YOUNG LADY That works there and looks n acts 50 at best She's the best! And the food and beer are spot on!!!!! Plus they are DOG/cat friendly on the patio! The only stressful thing about being there is the craaaaazzzy trader Joe parking lot madness!!!! Drink more beer and somehow the madness of the parking lot will elude you eventually, lol lol lol! Great experience all in all!

Literally the best fish and chips in all of SLO county and has been for years! Although it's in North County/Paso this team does a killer job on this plate and my wife and her family consistently rave about the fish tacos. Her family always makes an effort to stop here on their way into SLO when they visit us. Prices are fair for the quality, portions are extremely generous in our experience, spot is clean, and the outdoor seating/beer list deserves a shout out. Love that they carry local craft beers on draft at very fair prices. Also a seafood market, parking can be difficult as it shares a lot with Trader Joe's. Nonetheless, worth the visit every time! Fish and Chips are seriously to die for compared to the rest of this county (Morro Bay and Five Cities included). Hope this continues to be a staple locally for years to come!

We were looking for a light lunch and split three items: the calamari appetizer, a bowl of chowder and the garlic bread. The garlic bread was good, nothing exceptional. The chowder was very good, would certainly order that again. The calamari strips were lightly breaded and very fresh. Would definitely order this again, our go to Restaurant is The Galley in Morro Bay, however, this calamari is definitely quite competitive with theirs.

Pier in the Headlights Locally-owned fish market and eatery located in Templeton that sells and serves up both locally and globally caught pescatarian wares. The Good: *Reasonable prices *Dog-friendly outdoor area *Firestone-Walker on-tap and only $6/pint *My son really liked his fish and chips and was definitely the best thing they served us all day. The Meh: *Clam Chowder was just OK, but a little cloyingly rich as the fat just coated our palates. *Service was apathetic at best as a few grunts were about the course of our "discussion." The Ugly: *Both the ahi tuna and salmon were just completely hammered beyond recognition. The rice was also incredibly bland, but at least the steamed veggies were on-point. *Parking lot is a nightmare as they share it with a Trader Joe's that has every Karen and soccer mom swarming it in their FUVs and hybrids like three '20 toilet paper fiasco. Relax people. Your "Everything But the Bagel" seasoning isn't going anywhere. Conclusion: Wallet-friendly but subpar fish cookery in a nightmare of a parking lot. It's good to try once, but I seriously doubt we'll be back.

Came right when they opened and the place was filling up. The tacos were massive, I barely could finish one. The Chowder was good, not great. Fish and chips were very nice and crispy. The mix of sweet potato and regular fries was devine. Only downside is when you sit outside you're right next to the entrance of the shopping center, so a lot of noise, but we come prepared knowing that.

Always delicious, friendly and fresh! I've never had a bad experience there. Love everything

Amazing selection of fresh seafood. They got something for everyone fresh or fried. Very casual spot. We got oysters and cioppino. Kids got pasta and french-fries. All of the food was great. Prices are very friendly. Inside and outside seating.

Excellent sushi grade fish. Amazing fish tacos. If you are looking for the freshest, high quality seafood, this is the place.

Very fresh fish. Had the cod fish and chips and my wife had the fish tacos. We both enjoyed our meals.

I was on my way to Cayucos and I was starving so I headed here for food before I got to hangry. The grill tacos were so filling and good for $15. I placed an order online and it was ready in 15 mins. Scarfed down the food in the parking lot and was very satisfied for my trip headed north.

Massaging bad guys. I know you can do better. My halibut was great as usual. But you forgot my Chowder. Anyways even food service chicken strips can be better than this.

5 stars under rates Pier 46. Their fresh offerings to take home and prepare yourself are the best quality. The sushi rolls are delish and come with cucumbers, shredded carrots, and sriracha mayo. They also have the best fish tacos! I love all the shredded cabbage and the perfect sauce. We love this place!

I've been coming here for years, and it's been my favorite local place for seafood, but something has happened recently. I could taste a little clam juice in my clam chowder but hardly any clam bits. I also ordered fish (cod) and chips and the fish was either over-cooked or the oil was old because the coating was hard and very dark. Even the sweet potato fries were overdone. Truly disappointing, as it was certainly not nearly as appetizing as it has been over the years. It looks like the whole crew has changed. Maybe the ownership or management has as well. I don't know, but I'm sad to say I won't be coming back. I'll be having fish and chips at Jack's or some other local place or driving over to Morro Bay from now on. A big disappointment.

Some of the freshest fish I have ever sourced. Perfect, translucent fish straight off the boat. Pricing well below market. Best sand dabs and tuna. My highest recommendation.

When the restaurant is also a seafood market, you know the fish will be fresh. The seafood is the star in the dishes we ordered. The steamed clams were delicious in a simple broth with spices. The cioppino was more of a tomato broth than a seasoned, spicy one, again featuring the shellfish and fish. The clam chowder was also very good. We ate at their outdoor patio which was serviceable but next to the plaza driveway. Next time we'll probably order take out. We'll be back to try other menu items!

Stopped by for lunch while visiting Paso Robles. We got the fish tacos and the tuna sandwich - both were very good. Tuna sandwich was loaded with tuna and came with a cup of soup which i was not expecting. Tacos were massive, topped with tons of cabbage, so big they were almost too hard to eat. Good place to stop for lunch if you're in the area.

Love my Pier 46 but why did you change your fries. Not as good. Like out of a freezer bag. Please go back to your original fries

I really liked their fish tacos & fish & chips really good . A server from a winery recommended Pier 48.

Located in the same small plaza as the Trader Joe's, Pier 46 Seafood Market and Restaurant offers your classic seafood entrees. We came to dine here after having traveled to San Luis Obispo for a little getaway. They have several tables outside for outdoor dining if you wish. After ordering, they'll bring out the meal to you. The fish tacos comes with a side of chips and salsa. Pretty standard chips and salsa - but I definitely appreciated it since I wasn't expecting it to come with any sides. The tacos are humongous and they pile on all the toppings. I tried the fried halibut and thought it was delicious. This was probably the best thing we ate at the restaurant. We shared the combo platter (calamari, cod, and shrimp) with fries. The portion looks huge but we found that it was more fries than seafood. There is a mix of regular fries and sweet potato fries. They were okay - seasoned slightly and not very crispy. The fried cod was a disappointment though - it was extremely bland as if there was no seasoning at all. The only thing that saved it was the tartar sauce on the side. Fried shrimp was good - seasoned and plump pieces of shrimp. The calamari was also a disappointment as the breading was very soft. I was intrigued by the ahi poke tacos as I saw some photos from other Yelpers. However, my plate of tacos did not look as vibrant and fresh as other people had. The fish was more a brown tone and it didn't taste very fresh. The wonton shell was crispy and a good vessel. They didn't skimp on the ahi, which was great, but it was a let down given that it didn't taste very good. This entree comes with two other seafood side (seaweed salad and another type of side/salad). Overall, the fish taco was the best thing here - everything else was underwhelming.

Cute little fish market in the Trader Joe's Center. I've been coming since it opened and reman loyal fan! Outside patio dining, few tables inside. I called in an order last week fir pick up 3 pm and I was only Customer so it was ready and this place is packed at lunch and dinner so off times are great for quicker service 1med clam chowder with oyster crackers, one fish and chips, and 1 huge delicious fish taco Everything was great and their homemade tarter sauce us my favorite Pier 46- Highly recommended

The Food is excellent. However, check your order before leaving this business as I ordered the fried oysters and when I got back home noticed only 3 average sized oysters instead of the 4 or 5 that come with this dish. I have ordered this dish several times and have never had less than 5. I called the business and they asked for a photo. There response was that the oysters in the picture look bigger than normal and if I want to drive back to their business, they will fry up another individual oyster. I declined. Customer service was mediocre at best.

Fish market & Cafe where they cook the fresh fish PERFECTLY (they've got a few tables inside and an outdoor patio, which I recommend to enjoy everything fresh off the grill or just out of the fryer) Each plate offers so much food at affordable prices, what a WIN ---snapper sandwich on sourdough: the fish was cooked JUST right, still moist, no dryness, on perfectly grilled bread, yum! Served with a MOUNTAIN of seasoned and sweet potatoes fries ---fish & chips: a nice light battered fish, the hubby loved the seasoned fries NOTE: located in the trader joes plaza, so walk over for some shopping to walk off your meal haha

We've loved Pier 46 since it opened. The best in north county for all things seafood. Order our holiday King crab legs annually. Love their fish and chips, fish tacos ( grilled halibut) and splurge on smoked salmon from time to time. Also love their clam chowder and shrimp salad sandwiches..really never disappoints! Casual ambiance, outdoor seating..great staff of hardworking folks.

Great service and overall experience here. The seafood was really fresh and all of our dishes were served piping hot. We talked to the mother of the owners and she was really fun and engaging. Personal contact and conversations always makes the overall experience more enjoyable. The high star ratings are definitely well deserved. I would come back if I'm in the area again.

Heading down 101 and looking for a place to eat lunch. Yelp came up with some recommendations for Templeton and we picked this one. Great fish and chips--large portion (we could have split). Their market seafood looked very good too.

My friend and I came to this place because of all the stellar reviews. We weren't too hungry but knew we wanted to try something, so we opted for the oysters. The oysters were fresh, but the selection wasn't too different from any other place. I'll have to come back to try more items next time

What a gem on the central coast! When in college I was always missing sashimi that you could buy in bulk. Pier 46 Seafood market has you covered! We got a pound and a half of sashimi grade salmon and brought it home for a diy handroll party! We sliced up the fish unto bite sized pieces and enjoyed it with sushi rice and inside our rolls! The fish smelled fresh and had a good fat content making for a creamy smooth bite. We would love to come back and try some of the cooked food prepared by the kitchen as everyone seemed to be ordering and enjoying their meals! Definitely worth the trip out to get salmon and have a sushi party!

Excellent food so fresh and delicious Fried oysters were crispy battered with moist fresh oyster in the bite Fish and chips were great portion and not greasy on obviously these guys change their oil often which is key And the sushi on Saturday were so fresh ... not restaurant rolls but you are getting so much fish I could have made a plate of sashimi out of it Don't miss out on this place a local favorite

If you're searching for a nice combination of seafood market and restaurant in the Paso Robles Wine Country, Pier 46 Seafood is worthy of your consideration. Although some of their seafood may be imported, clearly some of it is also locally sourced. Their clam chowder may not compete directly with their cousins a few hours North of here in the San Fransisco Bay Area, but it sure will provide you with memories of what you can experience there (which is saying something about its quality). Their Gourmet Quesadilla was very flavorful, but the combination of sauces were dominant enough to make sharing this dish recommended. On the other hand, the fish portion of the Fish & Chips combo were so exemplary that they may want to consider breaking up the band and launching a solo career. Although we didn't purchase any of the seafood market items, we were grateful for the wonderful aroma they added to the overall experience. And that's...Henry's Take. #pasoroblesseafood

Very diverse seafood menu in this small cafe and seafood market. You order inside then carry the meal outside to eat on the patio. Good for a leisurely meal or for a quick bite. We were lucky to get one of the last parking spaces in this crowded Trader Joe's parking lot. They have added more tables on the patio, but this is a very popular restaurant and is often crowded. On our recent visit we got fish and chips and grilled shrimp tacos. The tacos were delicious with lots of grilled shrimp and a tasty sauce. My husband's cod was well battered and fried. I ate many of his savory sweet potato fries, since he prefers the regular fries. A glass of smooth Vina Robles Sauvignon Blanc rounded out the meal.

I have a Pier 46 PROBLEM at this point-- namely, the problem is that I can not stop eating here. Send help. The salmon tacos (grilled is my preference) are my latest favorite, and they are just phenomenal. I told my parents and mother-in-law to check them out. Now, we're all addicted and have had them at least twice in a week. Oops. The salmon dinner is awesome. Combo and chips, no calamari, killer. Fish and chips, fantastic. Salads, great. Salmon sandwich? Tasty, on great sourdough (would recommend tartar sauce on the side if doing take-out). Chowder's delicious. Ahi tacos need a sauce but hit them with a little soy and/or wasabi and they are also great. The only bad (to me) thing that I've tried on the menu is the calamari, which is sparsely breaded and lacks seasoning or flavor-- everything else is really above and beyond wonderful and generously portioned as far as seafood goes. They no longer do sushi, which would have been nice to see continue, but is also super understandable considering the pandemic, etc. They do get crazy, crazy busy, so if ordering at peak lunch or dinner hours, you may wait a little longer than your estimated time. Staff is always nice and attentive to the extent that they can be given the number of customers. The parking lot is still the stuff of nightmares, but that is no surprise given that it is shared with Trader Joe's.

Their food is generally pretty good. My only complaint is that they advertise a "Sushi Saturday", then don't prepare nearly enough sushi. They're often almost completely sold out by 1:00, which is generally the earliest I can get there.

I love this place! There's no need to drive to the coast!! The have the best fresh fish selection at reasonable prices.

Super convenient little shop just off the freeway! The overall review is closer to 4.75 stars with a couple thoughts that are more personal preferences. Fish & Chips - 5/5 Four pieces of fish come out light and crispy and perched on top of 50/50 fries (regular and sweet potato). Without asking! Tartar sauce is delicious and you will need to ask for an extra. Fish tacos - 4.5/5 Came out right off the grill topped with shredded cabbage. So good. Chips were light and crispy. Salsa is on the sweet side. I prefer something spicier and more acidic. Clam chowder - 5/5 Actually had clams in there, not just cream sauce with potatoes! Customer service was great and food came out quick. I dinged them for carrying Pepsi products. Kidding! Not really though. I could have used a Coke Zero with my tacos. Adding this place to my "Need to Go Back To" collection.

Really fresh seafood. Casual dining in a fish market. You order at the counter. Fair prices.

Quick and casual with outdoor seating. Love the fried clams and the clams in broth. Both are fantastic. The fried clams are a notch above other restaurants that seem to go from the freezer to the fryer. Always a must when I'm in the area. Try to go on off hours to get a seat, or take food to go. But go!

Horrible, we order fish & chips and shrimp scampiplate and clam chowder. We spent approximately $100.00. They gave us the left overs fish & chips seemed as though it was from the lunch left overs refried; shrimp scampi, was rubbery and over cooked; soup ok. Run away do not waste your $$

Stopped by this restaurant off of 101 on our way home from Morro Bay. Liked outside patio as we had our dog with us. It's a self-service place so I went inside to order. The fish tacos had way too much cabbage and the clam chowder in the bread bowl didn't have much clams. We also tried the steamed mussels which did not taste fresh and were probably old and frozen. Not good. They also forgot the clam chowder even though I paid for it. We had to remind them to bring it out.

Great place. Well worth checking out. Loved the Clam Chowder and the Calamari. Never had regular fries and sweet potato fries mixed together. Nice change.

Omg!!! Super awesome spot !!! Love the halibut and chips but l the food is great However this tome the clam chowder was not good, I found 10 pieces of clams... in my last trips the clam chowder is always full of clams, I was a bit disappointed. But shrimp and fish tacos where Amazing!! I recommend this place

The food here is solid -- fish and chips great. But the fresh seafood is also fantastic and much better prices and quality than what you can get at nearby markets

Food was awesome!!! ordered seafood past . one order was good for two person . ambiance was nice ! easy scene. price point fir what we ordered was on point! would recommend and would definitely return !

Food rating... we had calamari (yummy), ahi tacos (Fresh fish was excellent), calm chowder (not bad), lobster roll (had better) . Only complaint is that the Ceviche didn't come with chips.

A must stop! Great place! We decided to stop by for some clam chowder bread bowls since we were in the neighborhood! It's small but it has a lot to offer! They don't only have food but they also have spices, sauces & a seafood market! They even have a cookbook for sale with one of their recipes in it! Staff was friendly & the clam chowder bowls were delicious! I'm so happy we were in Templeton for something else, and we that were hungry! Don't pass this place up! My only negative is I wish they had paprika on the tables, but even without it, it was delicious!

First time here and wanted to try a seafood place after our little outing at Three Bridges Trail. We enjoyed the clam Chowder in the toast d bread bowl, fish and chips, a glass of beer for the hubby and a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon for myself. We both enjoyed the food because it was cooked well and was still hot when we received it. We would come back. The parking area was busy but people came and went so we did not have to wait for long to get a parking spot.

This place is probably as good a spot as any in Paso Robles for seafood, considering you're 45+ minutes from the ocean. I really wanted to like my dinner experience here, but there was just too much that was average. 1) They're located in a small shopping center with Trader Joe's, so the parking lot is congested at best. 2) One lobster roll and two beers was $48 + tip. That may sound reasonable to some people, but the taste and portion size didn't wow me for the price. 3) The interior smelled really fishy (not a problem), so I chose to sit outside. They had a decent amount of tables but very little shade, so I had to sit in the sweltering sun. All in all, I would try a different place for seafood the next time that I'm in town.