In town on business and was recommended this place by a colleague. So glad this was recommended. Best meal since I've been in town! Great fish, lobster, seafood selections. I got the Branzino with cauliflower rice, and the chopped zucchini, veggies, and some hot sauce. This was perfectly cooked, grilled not fried, great vegetables great flavors so happy I found this. I'm in town for another three days and I'm sure I will be back. Staff was super nice, lots of specialty sodas and drink drinks, no alcohol, but nice, clean dining room, large platters to eat off of, could not be happier. Highly recommend! read more

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Came for a quick meal before a Punchline show. Ordered the blackened, seared ahi over brown rice and with asparagus. The photos and website show a nice, thick piece of ahi with a beautiful sear. I got a very thin piece of fish that was cooked through and not blackened by any means. Rice was fine. Asparagus had a lovely citrus and parsley sauce. Could have been cooked a bit more- had to cut with my knife and the stems were woody. Would have spoken with the staff if we weren't on a time clock. Everything was edible, but not sure what I was expecting. read more

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First time here and wanted fish and order the branzino , which came in two fillets and with rice and on asparagus, added some sweet potato fries with garlic sauce and fish was fresh, tasty and satisfying, not overcooked ! It's more cafeteria style but service was good and food was timely. Ambiance is casual and seating was not too crowded together. Big variety of plates and sides, and plate was plentiful for price. Would definitely come back, especially for lunch! read more

California Fish Grill - Branzino, asparagus, sweet potato fries with garlic - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

I tried the branzino with corn and white rice. I got it with Cajun sauce and the garlic butter sauce. It was great! It was packed well to-go. Good portions and good taste. read more

California Fish Grill - Branzino - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

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I came here during lent for No Meat Fridays. I'm also on a fitness journey so I liked how light this was and you have the option for them to put a sauce/gravy they put ontop of the fish. Fish,rice and veggies is good enough for me! Tasty food, great customer service and place was extremely clean. I'll be back! read more

California Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

Fastest HELL NO I've ever written. Over cooked rockfish might have passed for jerky. And what kind of calamari comes out as sticks that look like French fries? Because I must avoid garlic (don't judge, it's a gut issue), I was fortunate that someone from the kitchen was standing by as I tried to choose a side. Guess what they put in their white rice and brown rice ... garlic salt! At least the unsalted real French fries were edible. So, that was dinner. Didn't figure it would do any good to complain. What they have is all there is. Will go home and fix a PB&J and call it a night. Locked restrooms! What? Sparse surroundings. Not for me. Ugh. read more

California Fish Grill - Fish so thin it cooked to jerky stage. - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

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The time is 7:04 p.m. this is a Monday night I ordered some brown rice and I thought I'd try to sea bass again This time my complaint is that the skin is left on the fish and it taste horrible The brown rice is crunchy it's not cooked and the zucchini was supposed to be rosemary zucchini it was just plain zucchini it seems as though they forgot the rosemary Part as I said in my last review Don't come here after 12:00 p.m. The food is substandard. And when you tell him the problem they just stand there and stare at you He just repeated what I told him when I told him the rice was crunchy he said it's crunchy yeah the rice is undercooked do you think they compensated me. read more

California Fish Grill - The skin off the fish is disgusting this rice Is crunchy - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

I love California Fish Grill! It's one of my favorite go to places for a fresh balanced meal. I recently tried their everything bowl and it was "everything" I expected and more! What makes the bowl even better are the sauces and lemon, they have so many to choose from. I recommend the dynamite and Cajun sauce. The service was quick and easy and staff were very welcoming and attentive. Highly recommend! read more

California Fish Grill - Everything EVERYTHING PROTEIN BOWL - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

So, the wife and I decide to go to the "California Fish Grill" on a Sunday night, just after the FIFA World Cup game. I checked the time, and the place closed at 9 pm. I thought to myself, hey, you have at least an hour before it closes, so you can stop in and pick up your food. I did just that. Upon arriving, I was given side-eye by a cashier girl who looked unhappy that my wife and I walked in at 8:35 pm, yes, 25 minutes before they closed. Anyone who knows that when you walk into a place, you're usually greeted by cashiers or staff behind the counter, but here, you're greeted by two large kiosks that now take your order. I walked up to one and started my order. The menu was quite large and took some time to navigate. I spent about 5 minutes placing my order, then my wife's turn came. When it was her turn, the kiosk shut down completely on us. An Asian couple with their daughter, who was standing on the other kiosk, looked just as puzzled because our order was wiped clean, and no one offered help. I asked one of the staff, "Hey, this thing shut off on us, and we're trying to complete our order." He looked at me and told me it was because they were closed. I told him, "According to the store hours, you're still open," and he responded, "I'm sorry, I can't help you." At that point, I realized he didn't want to help... no real attitude to assist. I stayed calm and simply asked, "Do you have a manager I can speak with?" Fortunately, he did. A laid-back, understanding manager came out, helped me complete my order, and assisted the couple as well. But the reason for this post is what I expected from the staff, who had to fill the order with only 15 minutes left before closing. I figured I'd get either really bad food or they'd purposely forget something I ordered. I checked the bags before we left, but I didn't check the quality--that's usually pretty good, about 9/10. Still, I was pretty upset because I got third-day-old fish, battered, refried, and served to me. I frequently visit this place and can honestly assess the food quality I'm served. This was a 2/10 experience--totally unacceptable. I feel bad giving such a low rating, but they brought it on themselves. Oh, and the cherry on top before I finish my story, hahaha, was that the total came to $98 and some change, and when I handed the cashier a hundred-dollar bill, she told me, "We don't accept cash over $20." Smh, I hope this place shapes up. read more

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Our first time here, and my grandma couldn't make up her mind. Adrian was the young man who helped us. He was super patient and knowledgeable and kind to my grandmother as she changed her mind over and over again. So thank you for having such great customer service. Now let's get into the food. I had the Mediterranean shrimp salad. It was full of flavor and so delicious I would have loved more olives but it was perfect and refreshing. My grandma had the fish tacos she loved the way the beer battered fish tasted so she was happy but she didn't like the side salad because of the mixed greens but over all it was delicious flavorful. Would definitely recommend read more

Love seafood so decided to stop by and try out a couple dishes. Ordering is convenient as they have self serve machines. Shrimp and avocado Caesar salad: B- The grilled shrimp is good, seasoned well. Like the avocado with it. The lettuce isn't the best though. And it could use more dressing. Cajun fish taco: B Pretty solid fish taco, it's a nice big piece of cod and topped with onion and cabbage read more

California Fish Grill - Fish taco - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

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The place was nice and cozy inside. Lot of room available to choose your seating place for dining in. They had this kiosk/tablet available for placing your orders...very easy to go around the menus to choose the food you want to eat. I came here with my wife and daughter for a late lunch, so the place was practically empty. I wonder how the place is during eating hours... I ordered the Salmon and Swai combo with sweet chili glaze and it was excellent! Nicely grilled and with just enough flavor not to defeat the salmon and swai's taste. For the sides, I chose the Fire Roasted Sweet Corn and the Asparagus Spears, and they both complemented my mains...(great choice of sides, Arnel!) LOL. It was the first time I tried California Fish Grill, and with the satisfaction level I got from the food, I'm sure it won't be the last time I coming here for the fare! You should try it too! read more

California Fish Grill - Since 1998... - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

Ca Fish has outdone themselves!! Located at the Howe bout Arden shopping area is where this crown jewel is located. Ordering via their App is easy and convenient. The parking is plentiful. The restaurant is very clean and welcoming. The customer service is perfect too. They have created a bowl they call the "Everything Protein Bowl." It comes in at a whopping 56g of Protein!!! The bowls come with Grilled Cajun Shrimp, Chicken, Salmon, and Swai on a bed of beans and rice. Everything tastes fantastic! The spice is perfect!! Very flavorful. This meal has definitely made it onto my lunch rotation. You should try it!!! Until we meet again cheers! read more

Swai fish with Cajun sauce and butter 4/5- California fish grill is one of my go tos when I want something lighter and healthier. I wish they gave more of the sides though. The salad seemed smaller than what I remember read more

California Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

I am not a big fan of fish but this was an amazing meal. I was very impressed with the way the fish was cooked and how it was seasoned. They offer great portions for a great price. The establishment is always clean and I have not had any issues with seating. Staff is overall friendly, there were some challenges with concerns about a previous visit. This visit was pleasant and no complaints. I definitely recommend giving them a try. Will be back again! read more

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Might I just say, I've never been so amazed by the customer service here at Fish Grill. The young lady with the red hair, I think her name is Maria, made sure our order was perfect, the way we wanted. Now, most people would say my grandma is picky and hard to work with, but she, Maria, made it seem E A S Y. She listened to my grandmas request and was able to get it perfect. Food was amazing, but I think Maria made it even better. Maria made the atmosphere feel so alive in there, the way she interacted with customers and got straight to work right after is beyond me. We will definitely be back! read more

Love this place. Delicious and fresh fish and very friendly staff. I especially love the grilled options and the kale salad.

Absolutely SOLID meal! My family really enjoys CFG and I highly recommend it. Their food is fresh and tasty. It does give "I'm a chain" vibe but don't let that deter you. The service was great (we ordered at the self-serve check out but the manager walked around to each table to check on everyone, even offering extra sauces). We brought our friend here for a quick lunch and she also loved it. They have great flavor! This is definitely a staple for us. Pro tip: CFG is much better eating in rather than takeout. read more

California Fish Grill - To-go shrimp salad was great! - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

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No more Catfish! Changed their menu, disappointed is an understatement. We were there on a Monday at noon, very empty! First it was order your own menu, that still asked for tipping to this. Hmmm read more

We ordered California fish grill Togo. We ordered the Branzino with rice and corn, two kids meals one with chicken tenders and one with teriyaki chicken. We've been coming to California fish grill since they've first opened, and the quality has definitely changed. The rice is like uncle Ben's rice. Definitely not what it was. The fish and the garlic sauce is still good. It's still a great place to eat grilled fish since there's not a lot of restaurants dedicated to fish. They also change their menu often so if you liked something, sometimes when you go back it's no longer there. read more

We had the opportunity to visit again and they didn't disappoint. The fish tacos are delicious, full of flavor. The tortilla on the tacos is great - thick enough to help it not break apart. My favorite is the new shrimp bowl they have that has a spicy kick to it. The staff as always were very friendly and attentive when ordering at the kiosk. read more

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I thought I would splurge and try a lobster roll and for $14, you get $4 worth of lobster... read more

California Fish Grill - This is what $14 will get you... $3 worth of lobster! - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

Nice healthy selection of food in a relaxed atmosphere. Service was sufficient for attending to my needs.

I just love their fish tacos, shrimp skewers, rice, and my favorite - the tomato and feta side. Highly recommend! Oh and their french fries are delicious too! read more

We gathered for a Birthday lunch this week and I'm so happy we chose this restaurant. I had the Cajun Branzino with sides of tomatoes and feta cheese along with rosemary zucchini. The Perfect keto meal and very delicious! They were quite busy which is a very good thing. The associates were polite and friendly. The restaurant was very clean and inviting. We will be back. read more

Ok it sometimes feels silly to love this place, but I truly love it. Good quality fish (particularly a fan of the fish tacos), chill vibes, and good prices. And a bonus, they recently started selling margaritas!! It's a perfect pre-movie dinner spot, especially because there is ample seating. The option to order on a screen yourself or order at the counter makes it efficient and enjoyable. read more

We have enjoyed California Fish grill from when they first opened back five years ago? Not sure the exact day they opened. Apparently they have survived Covid scare back in 2020. Thank goodness. Lately my wife has enjoyed their cauliflower rice with miso salmon & zucchini sides. My favorite item has been the shrimp avocado salad. We usually take our food to go & they are cooked fresh there with not too long of a wait. The restaurant is a counter order type restaurant & it is cleaned most of the times. Their ambiance is good & comfortable with plentiful parking outside. If it's not too toasty you can eat outside in their covered patio. We will continue to frequent here until they put one in Elk Grove. Is that too much to ask??? Aw we love to try! lol read more

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Over all 3.5 stars Service was quick and easy and the staff was nice and friendly. I used their kiosk ordering option. They were out of their wild caught fish options (yellow tail, mahi mahi , sockeye salmon) ... Food came out in timely manner. I ordered grilled plate - salmon and swai fish combo, zucchini and miso slaw sides. I understand rising food costs but this salmon was thin enough to be salmon bacon and because it was thin it was crunchy and dry, which was disappointing. The white fish was seasoned well and not overcooked. Overall- it is a good option to hit protein intake and not eat fried fast food when I'm in a pinch and can't cook. read more

California Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

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I saw an ad on FB about taco tuesday so went here for lunch. Got two fish tacos and a side of beans. Tacos $3.50 on tuesdays. Anyway, fish was super crispy and white, flaky inside, yum. Since Rubios closed, this will be my togo for fish tacos. The only minor complaints were the salsa was lacking hotness and while the beans were good, for $3.75, it was a small portion, not a good value. Otherwise, looking forward to eating here again. read more

California Fish Grill - Good fish tacos! - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

The kid's battered fish and chips is less greasy compared to the adult version. Love their fries with the dynamite sauce. Their fire roasted street corn is also delish! Dynamite fries are good if you're eating in and not ordering take-out, gets soggy over time. read more

California Fish Grill - Togo - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Food - Fresh and Delicious. Service was quick you order and pay then pick up your food cafeteria style. Busy on a Sunday - Ambiance is decent. I'd come back. We had a group of 6 + 2 kids. They had high hairs available. I had a mishap on my order and the manager fixed it right away without issue. The strawberry mint lemonade is a must! I ordered fish taco meal with Brussels, the Poke Bowl looked delicious and pics of tilapia and rice below read more

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It's our first time here and on a Sunday afternoon after shopping at Nordstrom Rack. We choose to place our order at the kiosk and fairly easy. Team Members came by and asked us if we needed help twice and that was very nice. Food came fast and the food portion was big and delicious. I ordered the salmon taco and was also craving for poke bowl. We ate too much but we'd order the same again and again. We found a new fave restaurant in the area! read more

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Spent the afternoon shopping nearby at TJMAXX, and it's Taco Tuesday so why not stop by CA Fish Grill for their delicious fresh tacos. We find parking right away, it's free so no hassle there. At register you order on a kiosk or attendant, whichever you prefer. I order from the kiosk bc I've done it before and know how to order with ease. I always get the grilled Cajun shrimp tacos for their Taco Tuesday special. I love shrimp tacos! 8/10 So good. They come with a slaw and a chipotle cream sauce. My bf got the Cajun salmon tacos, he said those were 7/10. With the combos ($10.70 each) include two sides, including premium sides for an up charge. I like the fries and rosemary zucchini. We also chose to add on chips & salsa $1.95 with avocado $1.50 and Mexican street corn $5.95. Added on a drink for $0.50 cents. I prefer to sit on the north end where the comfortable table booths are, the other chairs aren't as comfortable. They call your name when your order is ready.. read more

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Door Dash 2/4/2026 Order #5360562 The rockfish was over cooked. There was a hair hanging out of the olive oil sauce. The manager, Frank, said this was free and he couldn't do anything about it. So we told him that having the cooks wear hair nets and gloves would help to keep hair out of the food. Unsanitary. We'll never return to this restaurant again. Waste of money. read more

Ordering from the kiosk was a new experience for me, but it was pretty easy and quick. Even though it was primetime lunch time, the food was ready fairly quickly (well less than 10 minutes). I ordered the Grilled Sockeye salmon salad, with avocado (but skipped the cranberries). My husband had the same, but opposite (no avocado, but with cranberries). We both felt the salmon portions were quite generous. They also provided a bag of lemon slices, which was nice. I didn't find anything special about the salad. I would have preferred more variety than mostly greens, and a choice to have the salad dressing on the side, so I could add as much as I wanted (seemed rather scant to me). My husband enjoyed the salad more (he had the Lime vinaigrette dressing, which perhaps was more flavorful, so didn't feel a lack of dressing), especially liking the walnuts and cranberries. We both felt the tomato bits were a little skimpy. One thing that I didn't catch at the kiosk, but is obvious on their website, is that they grill Atlantic and Sockeye salmon differently. The Sockeye salmon has an asterisk, noting that "This item is served raw/undercooked [...] may increase your risk of food borne illness". Ok. Wish I'd known that ahead of time, as I do prefer my fish fully cooked. I know some feel this is the "proper" way to cook salmon, but to me I'm willing to give up a bit of taste for health safety. Overall, a decent meal and experience, and I appreciate that they offer wild Alaskan salmon as a choice over farmed Atlantic. But next time I'll know to ask that it be "fully cooked". read more

California Fish Grill - Grilled Sockeye salmon salad, with avocado (but no cranberries). - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Good spot for a quick, seafood lunch with lots of personalized options. I came here for a fast lunch the other day. It is very clean inside, and you can order from a screen or in person. There's a ton of menu options, which can be customized to your liking. I got the fish tacos which were very good. The fish was crispy and all the other ingredients had great flavor. The shrimp bowl was also solid though the rice was dry. The tortilla chips were made fresh to order and came out hot. A little salty due to the seasoning they throw on and very oily, but overall good. read more

California Fish Grill - fish tacos and shrimp bowl - Seafood Near Me - Sacramento, California

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I placed a phone order for pickup and a sweet Hispanic lady took my order. I got the grilled tilapia plate with garlic butter sauce, and fries and the diced rosemary zucchini as my two sides. It was about $13, which for the portions they gave us, is pretty good in today's economy. I had my gf pick it up for me and she told me that the Hispanic guy who helped her asked if we wanted any sauce on the side. She asked for tartar sauce and extra garlic butter sauce. She was about to reach her car when the guy came running after her because he had forgotten to give the garlic butter sauce to her! They go above and beyond here with their customer service. She even told me that the lunch rush was starting to come in and he still went out of his way to make sure she got the sauce. My belly is happy and full, and I'm especially satisfied knowing they employ people who really go the extra mile. Will definitely be coming back here, especially for their yummy tartar sauce! *drools* read more

I have to update my review. Found that they have a Taco Tuesday deal now. Tacos for $3.50 on Tuesdays. Ordered the Cajun Shrimp taco, Fried Fish taco and a Salmon taco. Regular taco size and not the street taco , therefore good value! Each taco is generously filled. The fried fish pieces were a nice size that filled the entire taco. There were 5 pieces of shrimp in the Cajun shrimp taco and there was a good sized pieces of grilled salmon in the salmon taco. Like usual, the entrees there are super delicious! read more

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I loooove California fish grill for the food and proximity to Bike Night in Arden. The food is always on point and usually pretty quick. Keto options are always nice to see and everything has been cooked perfectly. I always forget how just how good and fresh it is until I try it again. The service is hit and miss- benefit of the doubt that they are just tired. They have outside seating so you can bring your pup. Thursdays are bike night so you will hear a lot of throttle noises. I love the soda options and the fresh sauces best. Will continue to be back. read more

Better than ever; seems like more choices now. Atmosphere is minimal, but you don't come here for the ambience, you come for great fish, and we had it tonight. Dominic provided great service in what is basically a self-serve restaurant. read more