Walnut Creek Yacht Club

We got here for lunch and eventually moved to the bar for an early dinner. Our waitress in the dining area was a little off putting in her attentiveness to our table, but the food and drinks were still good. My only real gripe about eating in the dining area, the cleaning staff is standing incredibly close to the tables to clean up after your eating. However, because they are soooo close by, it's almost a "hovering" aspect to hurry you along with your meals. In a sense, not truly allowing you to enjoy what's being delivered to your table. Once we finished eating lunch, we eventually moved to the bar because NO ONE wanted to check on us to see if we needed anything else and we had a better time there. The bartenders were incredibly attentive and informative. Overall, it was much better company and welcoming at the bar. We'll still go back because the food and drinks are good, but maybe sit in a different section next time.

Our first time to the Walnut Creek Yacht Club restaurant. It was a great experience with great service! The food was awesome and atmosphere was Nice. A great place to meet up with friends and have a nice evening out. The seafood is spectacular and the drinks are nice too.

First timer and really enjoyed the Lobster month lunch. The grilled lobster was perfect, and the garlic fries were hot and crispy . I ordered Joe's salad which was fresh and beautifully plated. The Mai Thai cocktail was THE BEST I've ever had!! The staff offered wonderful service and the restaurant was lively and clean.. Don't forget to try a delicious dessert. I will return.

If you're a seafood lover, Walnut Creek Yacht Club is a must-visit. The food quality is absolutely top-notch, with fresh seafood delivered daily that you can taste in every bite. The menu offers a variety of options, and whether you go for the lobster or any other dish, you're in for a treat. While the prices are on the higher side, as is typical for the Bay Area, the quality and experience justify the cost. The customer service is outstanding, with attentive and friendly staff who make your dining experience even more enjoyable. If you're looking for a place to indulge in exceptional seafood, this is it. Highly recommend!

I was craving fish and chips and heard that Walnut Creek Yacht Club had some of the best in town, so I decided to give it a try. The cod was great, perfectly cooked, moist, and delicious. The fries were fairly standard, but still enjoyable. If they can do fish and chips this well, I’m sure there’s plenty more on the menu worth exploring. I’ll be back.

My BF and I had his birthday dinner here. We had such a great time, the food was great, fresh and tasty. They had my BF name printed on the menu, sang him a birthday song and gave him a complimentary creme bruele, he was very happy. We went to another seafood restaurant to celebrate his birthday before this but I was very disappointed with their services and I planned a replacement one. I am very glad I chose this place because it gave him the special night. We will definitely be back again. Pricing is very reasonable as the portion is great. We were very pleased with their services too, so great. Atmosphere wise, it is on the loud side. Definitely not a place you want to bring a young baby or young kid. The toddler beside us was wailing and getting frustrated the whole time we were there. We don't mind it but it understandable why the kid is feeling that way. We can barely hear each other too.

Great experience. Service was really good, we were moved outside even though they had some seating in the "aft". But food was good and we had really good waitresses. Inside does look like a yacht which is cool. Had the linguine and clams with mussels which was great. Not too creamy or salty. My wife had a really good Mahi Mahi with two sauces. Kids had the breaded shrimp and fries. That was good value.

What a treat! We sat at the bar in the back because we didn’t make reservations on a Saturday night dinner. Service was very attentive and atmosphere was comfortable. We started with the Joe’s Salad, perfected dresses; and the soup of the day ~ Roasted Pear, blue cheese and walnuts…so delicious!! The half dozens Kumomoto oysters were outstanding (and I’m not a huge fan of oysters). I had the Rainbow Trout with the lemon and capers which was perfectly balanced and delightful. He had the Seared Ahi with ginger and soy sauce, which was very flavorful. Great experience. Highly recommend.

Oh no! Word is out that they restaurant is closing on May 7 th so get in there for their delicious dishes. Our favs include the mussels, fish tacos and crab sandwich. We will miss this locally owned favorite.

This is a public restaurant, despite its name. Mostly two-person wooden tables crammed into a small space. Two bar seating areas also. It recently made a newspaper list of the best clam chowders in the Bay Area. The broth, which is mostly cream, was absolutely delicious. The clam quantity and quality, however, was merely OK. It also has bacon, and a fair amount of veggie: potato, celery, onion. The entree menu is not particularly large and focuses on grilled and sauteed fish of various kinds. I was unsure about getting trout sauteed, but the briskly well-informed waiter recommended it and also the lemon-white wine sauce that's one of the options. That sure worked out well. Although the trout was not utterly boneless, the meat, as promised, was moist and firm, while the skin was entirely crisp, solidly attached to the meat, and - this is particularly unusual with trout - entirely edible. That was most satisfying. So were the fried polenta strips, one of the side dish options.

Came in here on a Saturday for lunch. Was craving a Crab Louie salad. Restaurant was about 85% full. Was seated right away. The restaurant feels like it has been there for decades and has that boat harbor feel to it. The patrons are much older than I expected. I did feel like we were the youngest people in there and I am old. Clam chowder 4/5: this was rich and creamy with plenty of clams. As good as any good clam chowder should be. Crab Louie Salad 4/5: this was good and was to my expectations. Nothing special. Solid salad. Overall, I do feel the reason why the patrons are older is because they have not changed their menu for decades and the usual favorites have not changed. Service was good and lunch experience was pleasant. I would not make a special trip to this place but if I felt like a traditional seafood dish, in a traditional setting, this is the place.

Another immaculate experience at WCYC. We dined here for their annual lobster month. We have been doing their lobster month for 7 or 8 years now. For as long I can remember... Cocktails: 5/5 * Filipa Pato 3B Rosé Brut Nature Bairrada, Portugal NV * whiskey sour * manhattan Food: * Assorted oysters: 5/5 * 4 summer love, 8 kumamoto (my favorite), 4 Barachois, 4 Malpeque * 4 lobster meals: 4/5 it consists of a 1.25 pound Maine lobster with regatta fries and coleslaw. It can be prepared boiled or grilled. We all choose grilled. Lobsters were perfectly cooked. The garlic fries were soooo good. And the coleslaw was so delicious and complimented the meal. Only thing is... I'm from the east coast. I'm used to Maine lobsters. Maine lobsters are served with corn/corn on the cob. I wish they offered corn/corn on the cob for lobster month. That would make it a perfect lobster meal... * Dessert: 5/5 Singing Dog Vanilla Bean Crème Brûle with complimentary Selvarey Cacao (panama) Atmosphere: 5/5 Atmosphere is always delightful. I feel like i'm in a yacht enjoying the most delicious and freshest seafood. Service: 4/5 - Rachel was our waitress. She was great, pleasant and efficient. My only qualm is before dessert, she took away all of our napkins and said she would bring new napkins for dessert. She served us our dessert and didn't remember to give us new napkins. * Shout out to Irena. She is an asset to WCYC. A true gem. She always makes sure everything is perfect for my dining experience at WCYC. Thank you so much, Irena... I appreciate you...

Second time trying out this place and it continues to be amazing! I tried out the all you can eat mussels. It came with salad and fries, 3 different dipping sauces for fries and your choice of 3 different mussel flavors. Everything was so fresh, delicious and cooked to perfection. My husband was blown away too. Glad to know their quality of food and customer service is consistent. As a note, you do have to be apart of the loyalty club (it's easy and free to sign up) and have a reservation for the all you can eat mussels.

So sorry to hear the WCYC is closing, but everyone deserves retirement. The food here is always outstanding, and the service great! The spicy Caribbean style soup has always been a favorite as well as the fish and chips. The WCYC was where my best friend (since we were 15) and I would meet, share a glass of wine, and nosh. We enjoyed new cocktails that Manny and other bartenders devised. Yay, Mo!! Best wishes for the future, Chef Kevin and Ellen, wherever it may take you!

My birthday dinner went well. Everything is still good. The food is good. Our lobster was amazing. Our waiter was amazing. The service was amazing. Clam chowder was good. The french fries came out fresh and hot lobster first month for all club members. My crème brûlée was so delicious. I enjoyed myself. The ambience, of course was good. It was very packed and busy, but we enjoyed ourselves

We've always turned to the Walnut Creek Yacht Club for our special occasions, and today was no different as we enjoyed a pre-anniversary early dinner. We were seated in a cozy booth and promptly attended to. We kicked things off with a dozen of our favorite Kumamoto oysters--absolutely delicious as always. Next up, we shared Joe's salad with Point Reyes Blue cheese, followed by the Manila clams with sausage and red wine sauce--both dishes were amazing! To drink, my wife had her favorite cranberry juice while I opted for a refreshing German Pilsner on draft, followed by a Woodford Reserve straight. The meal and service were top-notch as usual. To finish the evening, I indulged in an Absinthe drip over a cane sugar cube. It was an extraordinary experience, the perfect end to an excellent meal. WCYC never lets us down on our special days. We'll definitely be back!

We came here for the first time for the happy hour and we were impressed with the quality of the oysters! We ordered the fish taco as well but it was just ok. WCYC has a Monday mussels madness and it's sooo worth it! The mussels were cooked in a white/red wine/ curry sauce and they were fresh and delicious. The fries were freshly made that came with different dips. We also got several drinks from their extensive drink menu. Our dinner experience here was just incredible. I would definitely come back! Shoutout to Alison for amazing service!

Positive: the Manager, Irene. She greeted us and was willing to do whatever it took to make us feel welcome. Strangely, we had minimal interaction with our designated waiter. The manager, bus boy and the food runners did all the work. We asked him for bread and that never showed up. We ordered a lobster, a fish and chips, a chicken sandwich and a burger. They ALL came with fries and fries only. Opportunity for improvement to offer some options. Food was excellent. We should have ordered a salad or an appetizer. Negative: The expansion space is not connected internally so you have to go on the street to be seated or to use the restroom. Highly recommended, thanks to Irene.

Excellent experience at the WCYC that isn't anywhere near the water. Cute restaurant with a ton of yachting-inspired decor and EXCELLENT service. Everything we had here this afternoon was delicious - from calamari to mussels to the oysters. They have a pretty robust menu with lots of seafood options and a few non seafood options. The crab grilled cheese was AH-MAZING, and came with coleslaw and lightly garlicky garlic fries. The oysters were fresh and they offered at least 4 varieties. The halibut was prepared well and the side of mashed potatoes was creamy! Just went you've had more than enough to eat, they bring out the dessert menu and you just can't resist. The creme brulee and sundae were both excellent, but didn't stand a chance against the peach cobbler which was a 10/10 and served with a French vanilla ice cream.

It's baaackk! Lobster Month at Walnut Creek Yacht Club If you are a loyalty member (free to join and lots of perks) you can make a reservation for a lobster dinner with all the fixings for $35! This includes a whole main lobster boiled or grilled, THE BEST garlic fries on the planet, and some very tasty coleslaw (this coming from a coleslaw hater). Our dinner was probably the best it's ever been! We started with huge martinis and a selection of fresh oysters. Then we split a ceasar salad (pictured is a half portion). OH and how can I forget they have the best bread and butter (upon request)- creamy fresh butter and fresh baked sourdough. Both our lobsters were HUGE and so meaty! I prefer mine boiled (cooked in its own juices) but grilled is also a fav. We were so full that we had no room for dessert!

It only took me 14 days to return. Why did I wait so long?!! This time I ordered the New England Clam chowder and it was delicious. That won't be my last cup of this creamy delicious soup . Was there during lunch and ordered the scallops, which comes with four or five different sauces to choose from. For the side I had the jalapeño scalloped potatoes . Note: you can get a half order which was perfect for a lunch size portion. Everything was fantastic including my server Allison.

Everything is just as awesome as it was nearly a decade ago. Chef Kevin and staff always ensure their guests have a great experience no matter how long they've been away. A true Walnut Creek staple and a place where the seafood is consistently delicious.

We love the meal themes and festive atmosphere! Always something new on the menu paired with fun drinks. Service is exceptional and so friendly. The St. Patty's day meal filled us up. Become a loyalty club member and get the "Scuttlebutt" on what exciting new food events are coming up. Can't wait to go back!

1 year late I came back to celebrate my birthday and my engagement, and it was just as excellent as last year! The manager Irene came in to help facilitate on her day off. She helped make everything special. We did the chef's tasting menu and it was wonderfully delicious. I will definitely be back this year for another occasion or to try the regular menu.

Food, drink, and ambiance were all a 5 out of 5 while service was a 3. There were multiple 10-15 minute stretches where we didn't see our server at all, including times when water glasses were empty, plates were empty, or the bill had a credit card sticking out of it. We only saw 2 servers and 1 (not ours) seemed to only have a couple tables, so not sure what was going on with that... The food was all excellent. The clam chowder was super creamy with a decent amount of clam. The smoked trout and goat cheese was super smoky with a nice puck of fried/crusted cheese on a bed of greens (sort of a salad). The prawn cocktail had 7 nice sized shrimp with their house sorta creole rub which was good (with the cocktail sauce). The swordfish steak was pretty big and juicy and very tasty and well prepared with their rub plus garlic butter. The jalapeño cheese potato au gratin were spicy and nice. The ahi tuna steak was amazing seared and our server suggested doing the sesame seed crust which was awesome. The Brussels sprouts with tiny bits of bacon and a sweet maple cider glaze were also quite good. Awesome wine selection and interesting cocktail menu with some nicely spiced autumn cocktails and their pisco sour with passion fruit was strong and tart and tasty!

First time here for a dinner and had a great experience. Evan was our server and he started the evening off with friendly greetings and menu suggestions! We started with oysters across a variety of six types of very fresh and tasty, and Evan suggested their house made hot sauce. Fabulous!! We then had chowder which was clearly freshly made, tasty clams and potato chunks. A definite must have. Hubby had halibut, pan sautéed with lemon, butter and garlic, which he loved. At Evan's recommendation I chose the Big Eye tuna with sesame crust, seared perfectly and served with a soy garlic sauce and wasabi aioli, both on the side. Honorable mention to the Latini cocktail. Think of a cross between margarita and martini with tajin/salt rim. Can't wait to return.

We are going all in. We were here tonight. Our server, Nikolas, was attentive, knew the menu well and made some solid recommendations. Crab cakes/prawns and lobster Mac for appetizers. Wedge salad, clam chowder. 2 had salmon with Brussels sprouts and spinach. I spilt the crab Sandi, the Burger Boi hit his stride and we had a tuna melt. The cocktails flowed and dessert was amazing, the rum pairings were fun. Ask for Nikolas, and have a great meal!

Still an amazing experience every time we go. For diners with a sweet tooth, the Meyer lemon cheesecake is absolutely delicious. If you see it on the menu you want to start with dessert!!! BTW - the halibut with capers is outstandingly good.

Love! I totally get why this place is an institution in Walnut Creek. The service is amazing and they really have such a diverse menu with a great vibe. It was our first time here after I signed up for their membership which is free (they even send you like a library card type membership card)! We came on Monday for "Mussel Madness" which is AYCE mussels for $25, what a deal! They had 3 different flavors for the broth, all of which were amazing and it comes with a side of fries. Wine and cocktails were delicious. We made reservations which I highly recommend doing as it was quite busy on the Monday we went. Overall, would definitely come back again!

What a treat! We sat at the bar in the back because we didn't make reservations on a Saturday night dinner. Service was very attentive and atmosphere was comfortable. We started with the Joe's Salad, perfected dresses; and the soup of the day ~ Roasted Pear, blue cheese and walnuts...so delicious!! The half dozens Kumomoto oysters were outstanding (and I'm not a huge fan of oysters). I had the Rainbow Trout with the lemon and capers which was perfectly balanced and delightful. He had the Seared Ahi with ginger and soy sauce, which was very flavorful. Great experience. Highly recommend.

Still fantastic after all these years! Even with a new husband, I still love coming back to this spot. The food remains top-notch, and the service is consistently great. Over the past few years, I've started bringing the kids here too. It's one of the best low key, kid-friendly restaurants in the Bay Area. Now, let's talk about the food. One the waiters recommendation we ordered Oysters, they were exceptional. We took whatever the waiter said was best. The Crab Cakes were absolutely fantastic. Do not skip those. I ordered the Lobster Roll. It was a bit underwhelming and I really didn't like the coleslaw. The Garlic Fries were a pleasant surprise. They showed up on the table with out even asking. The Brussels Sprouts looked too good to not order and shockingly my husband really liked them too. The birthday boy, my husband, got the Mahi Mahi. I tried a little bit and it was so buttery and delicious. He was very impressed with his choice. Overall, this place continues to impress, and it's become a go to for family dinners. Highly recommend!

Walnut Creek yacht club - excellent everything but after that -- they stopped giving a shit a long time ago.

"Clam Chowder, Grilled Halibut, Creme Brulee" We were a party of nine for a company luncheon. It was a good experience. They had prepared a table for us and we were promptly served. It's not very large inside, but the hostess explained they have a secret room in a different building close by. Good to know. I started with a cup of clam chowder soup. Outstanding! I appreciate the attention to detail for even just a starter. For my entree I had grilled halibut with cream potatoes on the side. Not many restaurants serve halibut anymore, so I was delighted. It was perfectly cooked--not too rare but not overdone. It's a light meal, so I had to get a creme brulee to finish off the meal. I can still taste that first bite. My colleagues ordered a wide variety of different entrees, starters, and desserts. We all had a great time. Thank you for making our company luncheon a success. Outstanding service, outstanding food. As in most of downtown Walnut Creek, parking is tight and you will likely have to pay. I found out later there is free parking near the movie theater.

Oh this food. Swoon. I can't even remember all we ate but it was all good. We all started with clam chowder that cone with oyster crackers. Yum! Then fried calamari. Yum! I had linguini. Yum! Maybe you sense a theme? You'd be right. So yummy. I guess I always thought WCYC was for old people. Maybe I'm now old (very likely), but I'm pretty sure even the young ones would like it too. I'm so glad we tried it!! And then brought our young adult kids who both enjoyed it, too. Fun waiters who seem to like their jobs

I can't believe I haven't been to the WCYC until now! We sat at the bar and only got drinks, so I look forward to returning to review the food at some point. The drinks were delicious, I got a seasonal pear and gin cocktail, very cute presentation. They are priced like any other restaurant, it was $15 for the seasonal drinks so a bit steep but worth it for 1 or 2 drinks and the fun and classic atmosphere.

We just had a fabulous meal The food was delicious The service was the best Thank You Yacht Club for continuing to be one of the best places in the city of Walnut Creek to go to for lunch or dinner.

The SF sourced halibut with the capers was spectacular and the friendly service superb! However, if you're an oyster fan, the Kusshi oysters, raised in Deep Bay on Vancouver are an absolute must! Such an amazing & special find!

Awesome Cioppino We went to this restaurant for lunch last Tuesday and I was surprised with their food quality and sea food choices. Excellent restaurant and excellent service. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Great food My girl friend and I got to this restaurant for the fresh clams and linguine dish But we ask it to cook Alfredo sauce . On they don't skimp on the clams. Good service and vibe You better get reservations on Friday and Saturday night It's worth the wait but we're old so we don't like to wait

4.6/5 I came here and tried the seafood stew entree. This was what I will get over and over again coming to this restaurant. Just this entree alone makes me rank this restaurant the best one in downtown Walnut Creek. I am biased though as I am very partial to this kind of entree as it is difficult to find :)

not the cheapest oysters, but they have a great variety that comes with all the fix-ins you could possibly need (lemons, tabasco, their homemade habanero hot sauce, cocktail sauce, mignonette, & horseradish). the habanero sauce was great - it packs an enjoyable heat. i tried their fish and chips (cod) and was honestly disappointed. it was battered nicely, but was greasy and lacked flavor (not even salt). thankfully there are salt and pepper shakers at every table! the garlic fries were nice though, surprisingly not greasy. the service was amazing though - both our waiter and busser/runner were incredibly kind and attentive. would definitely come back on their service alone (and the oysters)!

My husband used to have dinner at the Dead Fish seafood restaurant in Crockett many years. This February 2025, my husband and I had dinner at Walnut Creek Yacht Club, the interior of the restaurant and the selection of the seafood menu, and the quality of the food reminded me of our favorite restaurant the Dead Fish. My husband was very happy to find his favorite dish the seafood Cioppino in there, and I am very happy to have fresh scallops in lemon garlic butter sauce with Brussels sprouts. We also had fried calamari and shrimp cocktail, and a bottle of red wine, and we had pumpkin cheesecake for dessert. We also needed to give the credit for our waiter who's named Jesus, he is passionate and very professional to serve his customers. Overall, we had a very satisfied time dine at the restaurant, and sure we would be going back again.

The Walnut Creek Yacht Club never disappoints. The service is always spot on and the fish is great. They give you lots of choices as to how you want the fish cooked and what sauce you would like. When I told our waiter what I wanted he shook his head and suggested that it be cooked differently - and he was so right. It was my birthday so they recognized me on the daily menu, the receptionist and the waiter wished me a happy birthday, and they brought me a small cake. WCYC never disappoints!

I love this place. The staff are amazing. Although I love the steak and fries, people with a refined palate recommend the scallops. The ambiance is a little like an actual yacht club. Go figure.

Had a great meal. The Lobster special was great deal Food was good. Service was excellent I will be back!

I love this place. Me and my wife wanted to go out for a quick bite after going to R&A. We called ahead and the staff were very accommodating. The ambience was really nice. You can dine indoor, by the bar, or outside. We sat outside and the vibe was really nice. The food is exceptional, the seafood tasted fresh and their wine selection is good. This is my new go to place to eat for seafood.

I had an amazing dinner here. My work hosted a party and food and drinks were so delicious. The service was attentive. Look forward to returning back with family.

Nice spot for seafood ; oysters are always fresh, clam linguine and fish and chips are my go-tos and for a sweet bite afterwards, we always have room for the bread pudding served with cinnamon ice cream! Servers are friendly and ambiance is great for both group parties or a date night.

Service while sitting at the bar is amazing. Kind staff. Nice wine pours. Lobster roll is absolutely delicious!!

Enjoyed happy hour oysters followed by a scallop orzo dish that was delicious but a bit big for my appetite. There were nine day scallops and I was able to only eat five. We were heading to an event so I couldn't take the leftovers. Service was considerate and consistent. This has been a go-to a lot for us over the last 10 years. They make a great mai tai and other drinks, including non-alcoholic options.

Suffice to say Walnut Creek Yacht Club seafood is unparalleled for the freshness and quality of the dishes served there. But, this review is not about the food as many loyal customers have praised the quality of their delicious offerings. I am commenting on the service and ambiance that Walnut Creek Yacht Club provides to make customers feel special. I love they have a host/hostess in the front to greet arriving customers. I am a senior citizen so having a host/hostess at the front to greet customers is a nice throwback to the past. Makes me feel special. My friend and I had a quick lunch at the bar that was wonderful. We had oysters and drinks. Perfect for a Thursday afternoon. The bartender was charming, very friendly giving us recommendations when we were not sure what kind of oysters to choose. I had no idea there were different types of oysters so I learned something new. I inadvertently left my partner's credit card there because we were in a hurry to get back home. I didn't realize I misplaced his credit card until a couple of days later. When I called to ask if I left the card there, my call was sent to Asia who told me they had his card in their safe and I could pick it up when convenient. I was so grateful and relieved to know they safeguard their customer's items which made me feel like they truly care about their customers beyond their restaurant service. I am a huge fan now. I have lived in Walnut Creek for 19 years and that was the first time I was there, but it won't be my last time! Kudos to Asia who was so reassuring that the credit card was safe, the bartender and the host whose name escape me now for making my experience at Walnut Creek Yacht Club so special!!

Oh my goodness I love this place. Every single time that I go, I get the same thing the crab and avocado sandwich which is toasted and yummy and comes with fries. Best of all is dessert which is the Commodore Sundae. You have to dine in to be able to order the Commodore Sundae. It is this amazing gooey yummy creation that is incredible.

Service was amazing, food delicious food and service was great, and loved our cocktails

Oliver was our server and it's been so many years since we've had anybody so professionally trained to wait on us during our meal and we will come back many times based on his great example

Great food. Great service. Always made to feel welcome. A bit noisy in main room. Prefer the outside room. But not so noisy it's a problem. They anticipated things before I even asked for them. I love this place

We have been here many times over the years on different occasions like lobsterfest, Octoberfest and just plan old dinner or lunch. It is always great which is why we picked it as a go to for Valentines

We celebrated my birthday here and I would definitely recommend doing so because they print out cute HBD personalization on their menus daily. So definitely check that out if you want to make a loved one feel special! The food was AMAZING 10/10 everything was delicious and I am going back this weekend because it was that good. The oysters were so yummy I could have ordered 2 more dozen alone. The Latini paired super great with my food which was unexpected on my part since it took me 20 minutes to decide on a drink The service is what topped it all off everyone was super welcoming and went out of their way to make us feel like guest. I would recommend passing on the gumbo if you have tried or use to more authentic southern/soul foul so maybe that was the only flaw but everything else was 10/10.