These 7 Northern California Coast Seafood Restaurants Are Worth A Visit From Any Part Of The State
By Lysa Allman-Baldwin|Published August 23, 2022
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For over 25 years Lysa Allman-Baldwin has fed her wanderlust for “everything the world has to offer” by passionately writing travel and feature articles for numerous global print and online publications. A Digital Nomad, Lysa is also a professional speaker, workshop facilitator, and author.
If you love fish and seafood, there’s no better place to get it than along California’s spectacular coastline. From tiny seafood markets with their own cafés to inviting dockside family-owned joints, to the most upscale seafood dining experiences, you will find it here. Come along as we explore seven of the most amazing coastal seafood restaurants in Northern California that will tantalize your taste buds and make indelible marks in your memory for years to come!
Located in Fort Bragg in the heart of the popular Noyo Fishing Village, Silver’s at the Wharf is one of the best coastal restaurants in Northern California.
A community staple since the 1950s, Silver’s serves up a wide array of fresh seafood fare.
The Wharf, 32260 N Harbor Dr, Fort Bragg, CA 95437, USA
Located in its namesake town of Little River, it began as a family home built in 1853. After generations of descendants lived here it was eventually turned into an inn.
Diners here include those who are overnight lodging guests, as well as folks from around the area and further afield desiring a fantastic seafood meal.
Little River Inn, 7751 CA-1, Little River, CA 95456, USA
Try the savory Cioppino made with shrimp, rock cod, clams, and calamari. Or opt for the light and flaky halibut served with heirloom tomatoes, Manila clams, and fresh herbs. Occasional specials include crab feed-themed entrees.
This Dungeness Crab Melt will capture your stomach (and your heart!). They also serve an amazing rockfish burrito, fried or grilled fish tacos, and fried calamari with a side of seaweed sauce!
Everything on the menu is fresh and made with love. If you have a hankering for fish, try the salmon tartare or a lightly breaded and grilled calamari steak. If you fancy surf and turf, the filet mignon and Atlantic lobster tail combination is sure to satisfy.
5. Sea Harvest Restaurant & Fish Market
Sea Harvest Fish Market & Restaurants, 100 A The, Crossroads Blvd, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA
Local residents and visitors alike come here again and again to enjoy the food and ambiance. Among their starters are classic seafood dishes like their delicately fried calamari and creamy clam chowder.
But where the restaurant really shines is with some of the most fantastic oyster dishes you can imagine: Oysters Rockefeller, Oysters Casino, oyster stew, and of course, raw on the half shell.
Imagine digging into these outstanding bacon-wrapped sea scallops with a Polynesian buerre blanc and grilled pineapple. Oh man!
When it comes to fresh fish and seafood, there’s no denying that you’ll find some of the best along California’s spectacular coastline. And there are plenty of places to find a new favorite spot!
Have you eaten at any of these outrageously good California coast seafood restaurants? If so, we’d love to see your photos and hear about your experiences there.
If you’re looking for somewhere in between to burn off all of those calories, how about a hike in San Francisco’s beautiful Glen Canyon Park?
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