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Harbor Fish Cafe

3179 Carlsbad Blvd, Ste B, Carlsbad, CA 92008-2973
760-729-4161
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Ranked #56 of 155 restaurants in Carlsbad
Cuisines: American, Seafood
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout
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Cave Creek, Arizona
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Location cannot be beat! Overlooking the ocean, you have sounds of waves and the cool ocean breeze wafting through the outdoor dining section.

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See 3 more reviews by Rebecca M for Carlsbad
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Pick this cafe for the view and with a tiny bit of planning you will get the seat you want. With the surf shop next door and the always interesting people watching, my family usually waits barely long enough to finish shopping/watching. Whether you order the fish & chips (my kid's fav) or the grilled fish tacos or only the... More

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See 2 more reviews by Tori E for Carlsbad
Yucaipa, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Great place to eat. Have been many times, the service and food is always good! You can't beat the view or the food. I Highly recommend this place to all, it is a great value and fun place to eat.

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See 2 more reviews by 918EH for Carlsbad
Sacramento, California, United States
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47 reviews 47 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

We knew this local hole-in-the-seawall would be busy at normal mealtimes, so we stopped by at about 2 for a late lunch. The covered outdoor patio seating includes great ocean views, but we wanted the sun, so sat in back. We were attended to quickly, and ordered the Wednesday special fried fish tacos, but the food took a LONG time,... More

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See 3 more reviews by Chris A for Carlsbad
Ogden, UT
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30 reviews 30 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

You will be attracted by the location. You will be lucky if you actually sit where you can have a view. You will want the fish and chips. You will be lucky if you decide to order the fish tacos. You will want to see your server. You will be lucky if you see her before your check arrives.

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Banning, California
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33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Like the new tables, but I will no longer tip 15-20% for a lack luster dining experience. I do not appreciate food being dumped in front of me and no further service. No refills on cold drinks and if you can catch a server you might get a bit of hot water for your HOT Tea! I should be asked... More

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See 5 more reviews by Sunlaker for Carlsbad
In the mountains
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8 restaurant reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

We really enjoyed our dinner here, great fish and chips! The prices are also good, and the location is great too! We'll be back!

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See 2 more reviews by Charityamber for Carlsbad
palm desert ca
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34 reviews 34 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

We live in Carlsbad in the summer, and this is a must stop every year. Nothing fancy, but plenty of satisfying food. Great chowder and fish and chips. I don't understand all the complaints about prices. The view of the sunset from an outdoors table is to die for.

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See 2 more reviews by morteight for Carlsbad
Atlanta
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59 reviews 59 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

I had shrimp, salad and lemonade for $20. The seafood was decent seafood but nothing to brag about. I feel like the menu was priced a little on the high side for the area.

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Queens, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2012

At first glance the price seems much for a single grilled fish taco but the taco is huge and the food is amazing.

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