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Fishwife - Pacific Grove, Pacific Grove, CA

Fishwife - Pacific Grove

4.3
4.3
864 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Fishwife offers a menu of award-winning American cuisine with a Caribbean accent since 1986. With many daily specials, fresh Seafood as well as homemade pastas and dishes for children, there is something for everyone. Daily specials spotlight fresh catch and seasonal fish. Desserts are homemade as well. The atmosphere is casual with a FULL BAR and friendly service, making it a great place to visit with groups and family. Just a short walk from Asilomar Beach and Conference Center. Some of the most popular dishes are Clam chowder, Calamari, Alfredo Combo, Green Lip Mussels, Barramundi and famous homemade Key lime pie. You can also enjoy surf and turf or gluten-free options like the vegetarian bowl.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Caribbean, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 375-7107
  • Website
    http://fishwife.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We are accepting catering orders at this time.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for your future private events.
  • Location
    1996 1/2 Sunset Dr, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-3719
  • Neighborhood
    Pacific Grove
  • Cross street
    Asilomar Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    1 minute away from Asilomar Beach, Conference Center and 17 Miles Drive and Sunset/Grove stops
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 864 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Kid-friendly

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fishwife in Pacific Grove offers a delightful dining experience with "unbelievably superb food" and excellent service. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, the restaurant is popular among locals. Highlights include the "best clam chowder" and flavorful seafood dishes like barramundi. It's a "hidden gem" perfect for seafood lovers seeking a casual and satisfying meal.

864 Reviews

  1. Robert

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This was an enjoyable meal. The menu is extensive. My wife and I had sole piccata and Hawaiian bowl, and both were both excellent. Two small complaints: (1) I ordered a glass of wine at the same time as I ordered my entree, but the wine did not arrive until several minutes after my entree plate. (2) The seasonal vegetables were served lukewarm, not hot enough. Nevertheless, I would recommend Fishwife for a pleasant, tasty and (mostly) well-prepared meal.

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  2. Ariel

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We looked at a number of possible restaurants before selecting this one. We were so disappointed in our choice. But first I should note that the service was quick, friendly and pleasant. No complaints about the service and staff. The food, on the other hand, was AT BEST mediocre. My husband ordered the "surf and turf" with a rib eye and shrimp, mashed potatoes and mixed veggies. I had the calamari "steak" with white rice, black beans and the same mixed veggies. My calamari was a very small portion, even for me, a small eater, and covered in a sauce that was more tasty than the calamari itself, which was flavorless. The rice seemed like it came scooped with an ice cream scoop from a rice cooker. The veggies were not seasoned. My husband's rib eye (I tasted it) was terrible. It had a lot of fat and lacked flavor. We took most of it home and the dog LOVED it. Just saying. But it wasn't worth over $100.00 to feed our dog. Probably the only truly NON disappointing dish was the cheese cake. It was supposed to be mango cheesecake, but it was just vanilla cheesecake with some mango drips on the plate. Still yummy anyway.

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  3. Lydia

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly and accommodating staff. Beautifully presented food. Delicious! It was my friend's birthday and they all made it very special! Great ambiance too!

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  4. Robert

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service. Great food! Thanks so much for a great evening!

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  5. Ronald

    San Joaquin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for dinner. My party of 11 enjoyed the food and friendliness of the entire restaurant!

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  6. DAVID

    Sacramento

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fresh fish dishes abound here! Barramundi was served with black beans, rice, veggies over a crispy tortilla shell and was excellent. My wife had the pasta primavera with additional grilled salmon and loved it. We also split a Caesar salad to start and it was plenty for two. Wine list included a wide variety of CA vineyards and per glass prices were reasonable. Note: we ate here in late September, after the tourist season had past, so it was quieter than it is during the very busy summer months, due to it's proximity to Asilomar Conference Grounds and the Pacific Grove beach scene.

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  7. Greg

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming here for years. It is always great.

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  8. walt

    Sacramento

    37 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good, service was fast and friendly. I enjoyed the clam chowder and mussels, both appetizers, but were my mains. All of our group of four enjoyed the dinner.

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  9. Sabina

    Seattle

    126 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    126 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    I thought the service was impeccable. Very friendly staff and gracious wait staff. Sadly, the food was mediocre. Pasta was overcooked. Chowder was tasty but a little too thick for my taste. Asian salad was too sweet and not enough fresh veggies. Everything was edible but just slightly lacking.

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  10. Sebastian

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Waiter was great, food was ok and the price was high for the food we got. Not sure if we will go back.

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FAQs

Fishwife - Pacific Grove does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Fishwife - Pacific Grove also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 375-7107.

Fishwife - Pacific Grove is rated 4.3 stars by 864 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today

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Google Map for Fishwife - Pacific Grove

1996 1/2 Sunset Dr, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-3719

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Asilomar Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Pacific Grove
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Caribbean, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    1 minute away from Asilomar Beach, Conference Center and 17 Miles Drive and Sunset/Grove stops
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://fishwife.com/
  • Phone number
    (831) 375-7107
  • Catering
    We are accepting catering orders at this time.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for your future private events.
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