Wild Fish Restaurant
Seafood restaurant · Pacific Grove ·

Wild Fish Restaurant

Seafood restaurant · Pacific Grove ·

Local organic seafood, ocean views, live jazz, and warm atmosphere

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545 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 Get directions

$50–100

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545 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 Get directions

+1 831 373 8523
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Where to Eat Calamari in Monterey County | Eater

"Wild Fish builds its menu around the seafood caught by local fishermen and produce harvested by nearby farms, so it’s constantly changing to fit the ingredients of the season. On a typical night, though, you might find fresh salads like one with ricotta, compressed apples, fennel and hazelnuts; whole roasted fish with chimichurri and crispy potatoes; and, of course, plenty of calamari, either served with blistered shishito peppers and Calabrian chili oil or given the Nashville hot treatment in a sandwich with slaw and pickles. Stop by on Friday and Saturday nights to catch a performance by the house jazz band." - Annalise Mantz

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Wild Fish Restaurant

Troy B.

Google
New sea food experience and live jazz. Oystershell martini was briny and good...until the third sip, wished the expensive experience was over. Sablefish collar was delicious and broke some of my dining frontiers. Bouillabaisse was delicious, halibut was fantastic, popovers were dense but good. Sticky toffee pudding was only okay, candied pecans were the highlight, but only a few on the plate. $300 for two people with wine.

Ave L.

Google
My favorite spot in the area. The fish is always so fresh and expertly prepared, which is rare to find even so close to the sea. The vegetables are lovely. Live music and warm ambiance put it over the top!

Lizzy L.

Google
Wild Fish is my favorite restaurant in the area! And shout out to our server, Ravi! He made the night feel so special for us. Every time I visit, I always make sure to have a meal here. The servers and staff are very welcoming, and the food will make you feel like you’ve made it to heaven! Definitely stop by if you are in the area.

Johnny H.

Google
I came to this place because of all the recommendations on Reddit by the locals. We ordered a whole fish(75$) and clam chowder(15$+) The chimichurri on the fish was delicious. Fish was soft and tasted fresh. Potatoes were textured and delicious. **The salad, on the other hand, was WAYY too sour. I don’t know what they put in there, but it was unpleasant. CLAM CHOWDER: had high expectations, but was served one of the worst clam chowders I’ve had. EXTREMELY SALTY. Almost as salty as the ocean water. I notified the waiter, he politely ordered me another one. The second time, it became very watered down. It was obvious the chef just decided to put water into the chowder since it was made in a huge batch. We just decided to return the dish. Despite the disappointment from the clam chowder, the waiters were absolutely amazing. The live music playing even at 9 pm Friday, provided a phenomenal atmosphere. I would totally come here again, and I’ll write another review then.

Jacob H.

Google
This place was excellent. My fish was awesome, my wife's fish was awesome, the service was good, the price was reasonable and the atmosphere was nice. My only gripe was that my cocktail was not very impressive. I ordered some sort of sea-themed Martini, and it was nice for a standard martini but I was hoping for a little more briney/sea infusion. I will likely go back next time I'm in town.

Amayah C.

Google
Someone I know recently worked here and had a terrible experience. They came down with bronchitis and communicated clearly with the owner, even letting her know that they could return to work after taking their medication. Instead of supporting them, the owner told staff not to let them come in and then fired them. Not only is this unacceptable treatment of an employee, but it also appears to disregard California’s protections against discrimination and retaliation for legitimate medical issues. If this is how staff are treated, it raises serious concerns about the management and workplace practices at this restaurant.

Lauree R.

Google
Food: Fresh, tasty. Service: perfection Atmosphere: intimate, friendly, neat Cleanliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our family (grandparents, parents, two year old) enjoyed Sunday afternoon brunch in a quiet upbeat setting. We had mimosas with fresh squeezed orange juice, the freshest calamari with a lovely spicy dip, amazing melt-in-your-mouth bread & butter, smoked fish soup, fish tacos, cod burgers, fries to knock your socks off and champagne. It was a wonderful experience.

Brett A.

Google
Definitely make a reservation,...as they are very popular and it's no wonder! This was my first visit and will not be my first. Parking is street parking, so depending on local events could be a bit challenging. About the Wild Fish Restaurant...from the moment I arrived to when I departed, everyone from the owner to the staff were nothing short of spectacular! They met everyone with a smile, answered every question and were attentive to all their customers. I had their swordfish, it was approx. 1/2" thick and was tender and moist, it came with potatoes and greens...all cooked perfectly. You must try the coconut and rum cocktail...amazing and their butterscotch desert was perfect as well. Give them a visit, you won't be disappointed!
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Susan R.

Yelp
On Saturday night, September 20, 2025 there was a sonorous and musical, magnetic pull to the jazz music down the street on Lighthouse in Pacific Grove. So, we were drawn to the Wild Fish Restaurant where we heard the beautiful jazz music from the Lighthouse Quartet before we actually saw them. We had already had dinner, but we stopped for a glass of wine on their outdoor patio so we could enjoy their music. Judy and Rudy were the servers who took care of us. We had a great time! Next time we'll stop in for dinner and music on a Friday or Saturday night from 6:30pm-9:00pm to listen to the Lighthouse Jazz Quartet! Paul Contos who you may have heard of because he's a professor at UCSC and performs at the Monterey Jazz Festival plays multiple saxophones, the piano, and the flute. See you there on the weekend! -Susan in Santa Cruz
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Kelly K.

Yelp
My husband and I arrived at Wild Fish at lunchtime on Monday, so as expected, we were seated right away on the charming little outside patio. There was one other couple dining, and they had their dog with them, which always makes me happy as a dog owner to see a dog friendly place. I opted for the Slacktide Martini. As a martini lover, I was intrigued by the house oyster shell infused vodka and seaweed garnish (!!). I probably wouldn't order it again because it was odd to smell seaweed every sip, but I give Wild Fish points for creativity in this cocktail. My husband had the jalapeño mocktail which was surprisingly sweet (unfortunately). We had a half dozen oysters to start. They had A LOT of mignonette poured into each one which was a bit overpowering. I ordered the chorizo chowder bowl. I'll admit, I was a bit baffled by this dish as I didn't see or taste any chorizo other than a mild smokiness. The broth was very watery. Honestly, it kind of seemed like a big bowl of celery soup with a smattering of potatoes. Pretty disappointing. My husband had the wild fish burger which he seemed to enjoy. Service was very polite and efficient. Sadly, this is a place I likely would not return.
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Robert C.

Yelp
Came here March 7th 2025 for lunch. The $16 chorizo chowder bowl came with plenty of chopped potatoes clams onions but the soup base was not filling nor thick enough to pass for a clam chowder. Wife like the $26 wild fish plate which came with garden vegetables several filets of whitefish and white rice. Portion size good even for the steep $26 prices The $26 shrimp boil came with at least half a dozen shrimp in a soup bowl with large portions of chopped tomatoes. Not sure if this was an optimal combination as boiling the shrimp instead of pan frying it caused a lot of flavor in the shrimp to be lost. Will probably stay with the Thai restaurant up the block next time you come to Pacific Grove.
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Claire G.

Yelp
Wild fish fit the bill for a casual lunch on the patio with our pups while strolling downtown historic Pacific Grove. We started with a glass of bubbles and the Campari gin sour which he is still talking about. For lunch, I enjoyed the mussel steamers in a light tomato broth with their crusty house bread. Hubby is still raving about the five star tuna melt. Yes, I must agree, that TUNA MELT was absolutely delicious & fabulously Fantastic served on their perfectly toasted house made whole grain. Sourdough He still claims it's the biggest and best one he's ever enjoyed! In fact, I wish I would've ordered it. Their fish and chips also sounded great, & the fish tacos looked good too!
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LeeLee C.

Yelp
This is the second time we came, I forgot to write a review about it last time so I wasted a chance to try out something else instead. Service was good. I asked to move up my reservation when we got here early and was take. Care of. We got checked on by multiple waiters. Food was a mix. The mushrooms sharable was too little imo for $14. I was also expecting them to be fried but instead they came out like stir fried but with heavy seasoning of black pepper on the seafood mushrooms. The lion main was better. The cashew dressing was good. The clam chowder was more like a fish chowder as it has clams on the top that made the bowl looked more filled but the soup was only half of the bowl. I did not try it but I was told it was not as creamy as the normal bread bowl clam chowder. The Sablefish dish changed so many times throughout the years if you follow the Yelp pictures, but there are mostly 2 pieces. Most was a teriyaki sauce and had only one piece. It was very soft and delicate texture, so the taste was good, just not sure why I only had one piece. I asked the waiters and one told me it's always one piece and one told me they go by the weight....um...also weird that the dish has no carb, only fish and veggies. The Bouillabaisse was a bit too salty for me. The place was not big but has outdoor and indoor dining. I remember it was quite dark inside once it got dark outside. There was a slight glitch on the payment and I had to redo it, but there's a QR code and you could pay with your phone and not via them for hand processing your card. Won't be back.
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Pamela G.

Yelp
Things looked promising... Wild Fish is a very attractive space with low lighting and ( real) candles and soft jazz playing. Very nice. But the food -- at least what I ordered--- was pretty bad and the service was painfully slow. We were delighted to see popovers on the menu but when we tasted them they were way too doughy and heavy not light and airy like popovers are supposed to be. We left them ( and waiter didn't ask if they were ok). I wanted the sea bass on the menu but no sea bass. They subbed patrole sole and served it on a white puree -- white on white is not appealing -- with some strange dried out snap peas ( I think). If you look at the photo I took you will see how unappealing the whole thing looked. My husband fared better with the blackened swordfish . It wasn't blackened but it was good. But it was served over grits and there was some liquid in the bowl that made a mess of the grits. We wanted dessert but after watching the couple next to us wait..... and wait.... and wait for dessert we decided to give up and get the check. The waiter was nice and the martini was good but no way would we go back. Interesting they seated a table of five people when we were halfway through our meal and told them the kitchen was closing and they better order their meals . How welcoming.
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Andy L.

Yelp
That was super! Coming in for lunch here on a Saturday is must-- especially if you love Fish & Chips! The service was friendly, attentive, and easy going. This is a solid local restaraunt that serves its neighbors and tourists very well. The ambience is cozy and laid back. Even though the options sound familiar and not too fancy, the plating and flavors of their food are really good here. Again, I stepped in for lunch on the weekend and there was plenty of seating which made service quick, easy, and a super satisfying meal. Winning!
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Rashi D.

Yelp
Beautiful and cozy spot - sat in the window nook and listened to the live band! Oysters, clam chowder and ahi tuna were tasty. The halibut was a bit bland but the risotto was buttery and flavorful. Good service!
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Pete S.

Yelp
We had the pop overs, Brussels sprouts, whole fish for 2. The fish was a little disappointing, we had been looking forward to this for years. It wasn't as fresh as it should have been and the flavor was bland. It came with fingerling potatoes and a green salad. The potatoes were great, the salad was dressed with lemon, very very tart. The brussel sprouts were the best, th pop overs were undercooked. Service was great, the ambience excellent, they had live music.
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Phong N.

Yelp
You can tell there's a lot of thought that goes into the menu. All the dishes made sense. A lot of seafood restaurants half-hazardly throw seafood with some linguine and call it a dish. Not here. bouillabaisse: Solid! They had a crab head butter sauce on the side that was an umami explosion which was obviously made from the crab in the soup. Most other seafood restaurants I've had in the area don't have this same level of innovativeness and attention to detail. Whole rockfish: great! Fish was fresh and Chimichurri sauce paired well on top. Smoked sable fish: amazing! Steamers: mussels were fresh but there was a copious amount of white wine in the sauce. Although the service is definitely slow, the food is worth the wait. I would recommend.
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Andrea M.

Yelp
The place is quaint and lovely. The seafood chowder was the best I've had in my life. They also had nice mocktails and were very kind with their service.
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Rich M.

Yelp
We really wanted to love this spot, but didn't. On the menu the dishes are described nicely and sound promising....till! I started with the Oysters with pomegranate and tarragon oil mignonette. Sounded good, till I saw the oysters were drowning in this mignonette, Tasted horrible and totally hid the flavor of oyster, which were shucked poorly. Wife had Sablefish with rainbow carrots, good she said but had better in past. I got Sesame Ahi with Miso glaze and shredded cabbage. Tuna was great however the Miso was so salty I avoided it with each bite. Shredded Cabbage slaw was dry and added little to flavor of fish. Service was Ok, surprised waitress ( one of owners) never asked if we enjoyed food and never questioned why I only eat two of my oysters we both left a lot of food on plate.
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Darryl W.

Yelp
I recently went to the wild fish for dinner. I had a reservation for two. We definitely enjoyed it. We would definitely return. It was a nice environment is very quiet. Service was excellent. We started off with the oysters, which were delicious after that I believe I got the whole fish fried to perfection. We also had the Halibu, spicy greens, a popover. The wine was a Bernardus Chardonnay. We tried the Bouillabaisse and crispy potatoes. The drinks Mojito and service were really top notch! I would recommend the Wild Fish if you like fresh seafood, and being close to the ocean!
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Jasmine I.

Yelp
I really enjoyed the atmosphere, the service was very nice. He was very knowledgeable about the menu. The food was good, we all left very satisfied

Jacqui B.

Yelp
This was not our first visit to Wild Fish. In fact, we had been there several times in the Fall of '24 and had fine meals. We opted to go early to avoid crowding. After quite tasty cocktails, dinner was a HUGE disappoinment! We started with their calamari appetizer. This serving was half the size of the basket we enjoyed last year. My husband chose the clam chowder which was chowder but clam in name only. Tasted like potato soup with maybe a drizzle of clam juice. Oh well. I had the Sablefish Collar appetizer as my main and it was really scrumptious, as was the salad with melon. My husband's halibut was OK, but too dry. For dessert we opted for their house-made apple crumble served in its own iron skillet. It arrived lukewarm and the "crumble" was soggy, pasty, flavorless fine breadcrumbs like might be used to bread fried shrimp. Service was spotty bordering on negligent. We'll not go back.
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Nils A.

Yelp
Just had takeout: Baja style fish tacos and they were delicious and fresh Quick and efficient service with easy payment thru toast app
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Erich L.

Yelp
Good restaurant serving fresh fish and seafood. I tried the fish and chips. The batter is crispy and delicious. It comes with some wedge potato fries, also good. I had a taste of the fish tacos also flavorful. Everything was delicious. I just think that they need to add something to the fish and chips instead of the pickled cabbage and onions. The fish tacos could also use a side of beans or something else. Overall,a good choice for a seafood restaurant. I like that you can pay through the QR code on a smartphone. They have some good non alcoholic drinks. Coconut lime is very good especially on a sunny day. Plenty of outdoor seating in the front.
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Sheila R.

Yelp
I'm so sad to have to lower my review. We went to Wild Fish this past weekend and I wish we had chosen another restaurant to take our kids. We went before and had the absolute best experience, and because we were on a weekend trip, we wanted to visit it again. This place is pricey. PRICEY. It's pretty sad when you spend a few hundred dollars at a restaurant and you're still hungry afterward A few things: 1: The food was disappointing. Appetizers and mains were bland, and the food arrived warm, not hot. 2. I'm not sure if they changed cooks, because the bouillabaisse was so much different than last time we had it. This time it resembled more of a cioppino. It was very tomato-heavy, lots of onions, very little seafood. 3. The menu didn't have a wow-factor and I felt like there were more options last time. 4. We were served by one of the owner's. She was very pleasant. The restaurant wasn't very busy, but at one point my husband had to get up and ask for Tabasco, because he didn't want his food to get colder than it already was, and wait for her to come back to the table. My kids didn't understand all the hype. Understandably so. If this was a bad day, that's too bad. Unfortunately, we won't be back.
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Greg D.

Yelp
Recently went to Wild Fish after seeing it on PBS's program Check Please. My friends and I ordered the whole rock fish, fried calamari, and ahi tuna. Everthing was just ok. Not bad but not great. I was expecting great so I left disapointed. The only thing great was our server! Maybe it was an off night for the food?
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Suzanne R.

Yelp
Great food and people I had the muscles and they were wonderful. I really enjoy the food in this restaurant and it is a wonderful place to hear. Good music on a weekend.
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Deary L.

Yelp
I've always liked the wild fish though it is quite expensive. The menu is innovative, but sometimes I just want something simple. Case in point: their aïoli has quite a kick to it and lots of jalapeño peppers. I'd love to see a homemade tartar sauce next time. The fish tacos, too, as opposed to the usual three were fried lightly, but served with a very spicy aïoli Again, I like my tartar sauce. I think it's a bit of an overkill with the jalapeño. Something that was a little distressing, was our waiter . While the service was OK, his insistence on standing next to our table while we are engrossed in conversation was distracting and interrupted the flow of the conversation. He did it again and I was a bit curt with him. I think service staff should be able to 'read the table' and never interrupt especially to ask if everything is all right need to anticipate the guests. I posted this on social media wondering if maybe I was just too harsh with the server, however, the responses I received agreed with me. Do not interrupt your customers conversation.

Caitlin F.

Yelp
Highly recommend the fish and chips. The battered fish came out hot, fresh and crispy. My boyfriend is not gluten free but he thought it was delicious too! It was perfectly satisfying, did not feel like a heavy meal even though it was a large portion. The staff were incredibly nice and accommodating for gluten free, plus our waiter actually said most of the menu is gf.
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Kwan A.

Yelp
Quality food in a cozy/casual setting with friendly service. Smoked Sablefish(Fermented shimeji mushrooms, mostarda, ponzu) - smoky and savory, an unique and delicious appetizer. Steamers(Salt Spring Island mussels, white wine, garlic, butter, tomatoes, aromatics, grilled sourdough bread) - the mussels were fresh and sweet. The sauce was perfect for bread dipping. Whole Fish(roasted Chilipepper Rock Cod, chimichurri, green salad, lemon vinaigrette, crispy potatoes, garlic aioli) - the fish was prepped well and I could tasted the freshness. The crispy potatoes were decadently yummy! Bouillabaisse (White fish, clams, mussels, shrimp, saffron rouille, grilled sourdough) - this was the more disappointing dish of the night. Although the seafood was decent, the broth tasted a bit simple. Lemon Tart - standard tasting. Overall, a pleasant and relaxing dining experience with good food.
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Gayla W.

Yelp
Food was disappointing as it had such promise from reading the menu description. The steamed mussels were tiny and flavorless. Fish N Chips were just okay as batter didn't have much seasoning and not as light as expected.
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Zoe D.

Yelp
Sweet little restaurant! Great food and good service. Brussels sprouts were amazing. The place was packed but servers did a great job making sure everyone was taken care of.

RB H.

Yelp
Can't say I was impressed with anything here. food, service and most especially management/ownership. There are literal tons of better places to go that are within walking distance that are much more professional in manner, treatment and all around experience.
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Patrick C.

Yelp
We have been dining at Wild Fish pretty much since they opened, and our experience has always been good. Several weeks ago, we brought friends there for a dinner on a Sunday night. First, we noticed it was very warm in the restaurant, uncomfortably warm. After we ordered, later we were advised they were out of the item two of us had ordered. When our food came out, my dish (filet of sole) was dry and tasteless. The others were similarly not impressed with their dishes. The worst part was this: We ordered Focaccia bread, which was hard and stale. We have ordered this before at this restaurant and it was always warm and fresh. My wife and I were embarrassed bringing our friends there. We noticed the owners were not there this time, and that may explain the terrible experience we had that night.

Shannen M.

Yelp
Fantastic is an understatement! We arrived early for our reservation and got seated right away, had a great seat at the window, felt very private! The food was outstanding, the service was outstanding! Cocktails were top notch. I told my husband I will be dreaming and craving the oysters. Will be back very soon! Bringing my mom in next:)!
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Lana Hopson G.

Yelp
So delicious!! And now in OG!!! First dined with them in Mendocino Cty. So wonderful, we ate there both nights!!! Hope to return soon.

Charley C.

Yelp
Went on a Thursday night. Service was slow, they couldn't get the beer keg tapped, the blackened swordfish was overcooked, and there was a workman measuring the walls in the middle of dinner. Disappointed.
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Bree G.

Yelp
This was one of the best dinner experiences I have had in some time. I live in Santa Cruz and decided to venture out on a weekday evening as the food scene in town can be repetitive. This place radiated warmth as soon as I walked in. My guest and I were greeted by two cheery gentleman who went over and beyond our entire meal. The indoor aesthetic was very cozy. Jazz was playing in the background and it kind of felt like we were far far away from California. The food: where to even begin. Easily the BEST oysters I've ever consumed which did pair perfectly with the recommended Brut. The gluten-free popovers were a delightful surprise on the menu. Had TWO rounds of those babies. I chose the swordfish entree and it was so fresh and tasty. Lastly, we finished with a gluten-free love cake (?) and it was thick and easy to share. I didn't LOVE the smoked sable appetizer (mainly because it was chilled) and yet the flavors on the plate were complimentary and unique. I seriously can't wait to go back. Treat yourself...and maybe leave the kids at home for this gem. ;)
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Ashley R.

Yelp
The guy with a British accent who wouldn't give me his name was so rude, I would never eat here even if you paid me. I booked this restaurant in error. He wouldn't give me the chance to explain the error, called me a liar, hung up on me then proceeded to charge me $100 late fee without giving me the chance to explain why and the situation. I guess they need the money more than I do. With this type of hospitality, I wouldn't be surprised if this restaurant closes soon. AVOID!
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Eric R.

Yelp
Came here a few days ago. Food was ok, but definitely nothing to write home about. The prices are very expensive. I always compare my seafood to Monterey Fish House, and this place cannot compare to the delicious and i expensive food of that place. Won't be back.

Doug H.

Yelp
Our food was good and the service was friendly and competent. The atmosphere is very pleasant and we appreciated that it wasn't noisy.
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Beth W.

Yelp
The food is always delicious at Wild Fish. Fresh daily fish, calamari is the best around and the potatoes- OMG. Service is lovely and Ambiance is perfect for a fairly quiet dinner with friends or a date night.
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tom B.

Yelp
Very convenient to our Pacific Grove bed-and-breakfast two blocks away. Nice park let seating outside that was fairly well protected. Swordfish was excellent with risotto although I would've preferred a little more risotto. Petrale sole en pappilote was slightly dry, but lots of flavor. Sea bass (Corvina?) was super flavorful and yummy. Calamari was dry and blah but we have a hard time finding good calamari if it's not at the Crows Nest in Santa Cruz ! Altogether a very pleasant dinner and more reasonable than what I saw online at their website. ????? Also, fantastic is that (I think) all their fish is sustainable and local? Not sure that San Diego or South América is local. Maybe I misunderstood. Oh well. Good food!!!

David H.

Yelp
Great drinks- loved the sea flavor in the martini , Very good food , and service. Location splendid right in the middle of the car week experience next to classic Italian motors.

Vince L.

Yelp
Over priced and over rated. Service was average. Ambiance was nice , but you had to sit in the bar section to get the happy hour special s.lm a local and have dined at every seafood restaurant around t own .This place has along way to go.

Yanina M.

Yelp
Great meal! Fish tacos, sable fish collars and popovers !!! Loved the wine selection and the staff! Service with the heart!
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Jason S.

Yelp
We loved Wildfish! Great service. Friendly staff. Good portions. Delicious fish. The perfect combo for our evening out. We ordered their focaccia bread but soon realized it came with two of our orders already so we took it home. It's delicious!

Norma N.

Yelp
TOTAL DISAPPOINTMENT. Would give it a no star if I could. Made a special trip from San Francisco to try this place and made reservation online and even received confirmation. But when we arrived the place was dark in spite of our reservation and hours posted on the website. Called but no answer. Fortunately we ran into the landlord & he asked someone from the kitchen to come out. Person said they were closed for the day. No posting on the door & nothing on their website to state that they would be closed, so why take reservations? We even received a follow up to confirm reservation the day before. Several other people came by looking to dine there and also left unhappy. So be warned, they apparently care little for their customers.
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Eric N.

Yelp
Great food great service and live music Excellent experience We will definitely return to try more fresh fish from local sources

Corvus S.

Yelp
The food was horrible. First, everything was over salted to the point of almost being inedible. My plate, the Petrale sole, was literally rubbery. The puree of whatever was cloyingly sweet. The beans mediocre, cold and overly salted. Lemonade is on the menu, there was none. They're trying to be something they are not, with a supposedly "elegant" small portion presentation for exorbitant money. Go to The Fish Market in Monterey or Passion Fish in Pacific Grove and have a WAY better meal for same or less money. The appetizers, like the baked potatoes were unceremoniously dumped in a bowl ... the Focaccia was terrible ... stale. You get two popovers ... they were cold and almost stale, not moist and tasty. The baked whole carrots were small, cold, over salted and hard - tiny portions for big money. The garden salad was drenched in too much salty "buttermilk" dressing that tasted like Tahini with a clump of stale parmesan dumped on it. The bouillabaisse was less than meager with practically no seafood in it and, again way too salty. The Ahi Tuna -- yuch ... my partner didn't even finish it ... One good thing ... the fried calamari rings were just ok, yet, still oversalted ... the sauces bland and uninteresting ... we put ketchup on everything. Don't trust the menu either ... the Strawberry Rhubarb desert really has peaches in it -- the menu says apple (?) The waiter has no idea. The service is good though. No excuses. Don't go to Wild Fish.
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David R.

Yelp
Kelvin, the long-time owner, and his staff always make us feel welcome! We enjoyed the steamer clams appetizer, the halibut and sablefish entrees, and the strawberry rhubard crisp for dessert...everything was prepared to perfection and we can't wait to return!

hank p.

Yelp
The food and atmosphere here is excellent, fresh local fish, jazz band playing outside and friendly welcoming staff. What's not to like. I would strongly recommend the oysters as a starter and the halibut was delicious. This was our third visit and we'll be back.
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Liz T.

Yelp
What a lovely restaurant to spend an evening at. We were warmly welcomed as soon as we entered. The owners were very nice and the gentleman owner made the rounds through the restaurant and was charming and fun to engage with. I had the bouillabaisse with a delicious broth. My husband was very satisfied with the sable fish. Francis was our server and we were well looked after. Francis was a delight and treated us like family.
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Jenny D.

Yelp
Food: we shared the shrimp boil -- spicy shrimp over saffron rice. Loved it! So flavorful. We also had very fresh oysters & a great mignonette. Ricotta salad was fresh and delicious with a lemon dressing. If I go back, I'm going to try the fish and chips -- so many people ordered it and it looked delicious!! Service: friendly but slow. Ambience: We ate outside and the ambience was great. Nice parklet. The inside is also pretty.
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Emerson Y.

Yelp
Wild Fish not only serves locally and sustainably caught seafood, but also prepares their fish in a beautifully and deliciously. The flavor profile beat my expectations, which were already high because of the price point. I highly recommend the whole fish (tables around us kept talking about it after seeing it come out). There was nice live music and heated outdoor seating that provided a classy and fun atmosphere. Even though the food and ambiance were on point, the biggest highlight of our experience was our server, Brandon. He is clearly extremely passionate about fishing locally and and sustainably, and his enthusiasm is so contagious it makes me so happy to be able to support local fishing practices. Overall I highly recommend Wild Fish, and ask for Brandon to learn more about the delicate and beautiful underwater ecosystem that we all play a part in.

Tyler B.

Yelp
I rarely share about a bad experience, but this was one of the worst dining experiences. There were floaters in the water, which the server gave attitude about replacing. The service was awful-- hostess ended up taking care of our check. The patio music (apparently every Friday and Saturday) is so loud that I couldn't hear the person at my table. The ceviche had so much vinegar. The seared ahi was decent, but the portion was so incredibly small, even for a "fancy" dish. I should've taken a picture of it. This is your sign to choose somewhere else.