Had a great time with our servers as well as the starters we opted for after a long drive over from San Ramon. The scallops and pork belly hit the spot. Shared the Monterey bay squid. And my partner had a very generous ceviche, part of which made it back to the hotel for snacks tomorrow. The aspect of a gluten free menu made my partner very happy. The bread has gluten but we were offered the gluten free option which we passed on this time. Also offered a substitute local sav blanc which paired well with the pork belly. Need to take pics next time. Next time was the next day, the gluten free thing made this an easy decision and I remembered to take pics beforehand. Grilled Octopus was tasty. We shared the seared ahi tuna and holy crap it was the bomb. The wasabi aioli and chili crunch was over the top yum. Just enough heat and the mixed berry sorbet will sort you out if the heat gets you. Also got the gem salad which was a great complement and breather between the starter and entree read more

I had a grand time here! they had 2 large parties and a bunch of smaller tables. for some reason one chef working that night, so there was a very long wait for the food (maybe an hour?). the servers were doing their best given what they were working with. the seafood platter was delightful. oh my goodness the oysters I got were so creamy and such high quality! what! such a nice treat. the garlic butter mussels were insanely tasty. I licked all the garlic off of the shell. inside seating. there's also outdoor seating which is under a tent, a bit humid butyou get used to it. the train runs through maybe every 15 mins and it is crazy loud. it commands the whole room's attention, everyone must look at it, because you just cant talk over that loudness. it was fun to wave to some passsngers. the semifreddo dessert was wonderful! a frozen mouse, chocolate flavor with strawberries on top. read more

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Into everyone's life a little fancy restaurant must fall.... After a walk along the coast and an appetite has been acquired, it is a short walk to this small fancy restaurant just off of downtown. Upon entering, there is a small initimate bar, dining area and a patio out back for "al fresco" dining. By San Francisco Bay Area city standards, it is not fancy in the luxurious, posh sense, but here, seafood is the star! First up, Oysters Rockefeller appetizer. Frankly, they could have been prepared any which way - for the oyster fan, they were fresh and delicious! The salmon was good (although a bit overcooked, the waiter didn't ask how it should be cooked). The salmon came perched atop garlic mashed potatoes that were out of this world! The scallops were so fresh and tasty and perfectly paired with polenta and farm fresh asparagus! They also feature Northern California (as in North of the San Francisco Bay Area) wines and beers, something not readily found outside Mendocino County. There was no room for dessert, guaranteeing a trip back to get the full-on meal experience! The environment is convivial. On a late May early evening, there were graduation dinners out back on the patio, an intimate shared dinner with drinks going on in the bar, and ladies who dine in the corner. Another unique aspect of this restaurant is that it is very close (as in feet away) from the Mendocino Skunk train. Diners will experience the train horn, warning signals and small tremors caused by the train chugging by at any time during their meal. There are also people working out on pedal bikes (yes *on* the tracks) to get exercise on their tour of the redwoods in Mendocino! It added to the ambience as an "only in Fort Bragg" experience! We had a great meal and will be going back! read more

Closing!!! The absolute best tastes, presentation and service. My top favorite restaurant. Glad I was able to enjoy the culinary delights. read more

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Absolutely fantastic dining experience! Came back to celebrate my birthday with a dozen of my family and friends. Chef Christy was so professional, accommodating, flexible and friendly. The rest of the staff was great as well. One family member is vegan and Chef C said they can make vegan food for her. We ordered a bunch of entrees and everything was delicious. We had oysters, salad, steak, cod, salmon and pasta. Every one loved their dishes. We sat outdoors - the covered patio rocks. There's a fireplace which added to the beautiful setting. I highly recommend KW saltwater grill. This will be our go to place when I'm around the area. read more

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Extremely disappointed, very long wait time for the food to come out, waitress is also rude and most of time, disappear or watching her phone. Food is also too salty and small portion. Can't believe the rating on yelp here. read more

Authentic seafood. We really enjoyed our dinner. The scallops were our favorite ! They were a treat, so tender and made to perfection. I always get cioppino and was rather surprised at the flavors of dish; delicious. We sat outside by the fire pits. If you're looking for authentic seafood and fresh visit KW Saltwater. read more

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This was such a delicious meal! The fish was cooked perfectly and the bread was so perfect. The staff was very attentive and the vibe was really warm. read more

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Food: First of all, they charge $10 for bread! They served it with seaweed butter which was awful. We had to ask for butter. We ordered the halibut, which was undercooked. When I mentioned it to our server, she commented that the chef likes to cook fish " medium rare" What?? That's not a thing! It should have been prepared properly for the $$ we spent.The "sauce" was non existent. Overall a very bland halibut dinner. Service: The server was ok but she reported there was a problem in the kitchen and dinner would be "delayed". She did give us a few more slices of bread and topped off our wine but the wait for our meals was long. No sighting of the chef in the dining room to apologize or check on us. Ambiance: we dined in a tent with gas fire pits. Not the best ambiance but I didn't mind it. My fellow diners were not impressed. Price was very high for the overall experience. Reviews are great and we heard other diners say " compliments to the chef" but we were not happy and will not return here. read more

I rarely leave negative reviews, but our experience here was highly disappointing. This is not a Michelin-starred establishment, yet the wait times and lack of attention made for a very frustrating meal. The Wait: We sat for over 20 minutes before receiving water or placing our order. It took at least another 30 minutes for our very first dish to arrive. The Food: The steamer clams were overly salty and full of sand. One of the oysters was also shockingly tiny. When we pointed this out, the waitress claimed extra oysters had been added to the shells, but we did not see any evidence of that. The Service: Basic service was missing. We never received water refills, and our empty shell plates were never cleared, leaving a massive pile of clutter on the table. The Bill & Gratuity: A 20% gratuity was automatically added because we were a party of 6 (5 adults and a baby). After we expressed our dissatisfaction, the waitress did remove the automatic charge and said sorry that we didn't like the food. However, her apology felt insincere and making it clear she was mostly upset about losing part of her tip. We still left a 12% tip out of courtesy, but given the combination of poorly prepared food and unattentive service, we will not be returning. read more

KW Saltwater Grill - A tiny oyster that's counted as one of the half dozen. - Seafood Near Me - Fort Bragg, California

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My husband and I went here yesterday for dinner and it was a very good experience. The atmosphere was romantic and the food was delicious. My husband got a brisket special and I had the halibut, then we shared the pot be crème for dessert. While the restaurant does not boast views of the ocean like some other places nearby, we did get to hear the skunk train go by every now and then, which was fun. The service was decent. Honestly I think the most attentive person was someone who I think might be the chef? Not 100% sure, but she brought us our food and was very friendly. Would definitely recommend coming here for a romantic dinner! read more

KW Saltwater Grill - Delicious halibut! I subbed mashed potatoes instead of asparagus. - Seafood Near Me - Fort Bragg, California

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There was no ambiance at all. The waitress was not super friendly and we were the first people there for an early dinner. After ordering from a very high priced menu $52 for a pork chop, the waitress brought our bread. There was oil and balsamic vinegar on the table but no butter, so we had to ask for butter. My dinner was pretty good but my sister's was not. The Halibut was under cooked. The vegetables were under the fish and they were disgusting. Very cold atmosphere, so very disappointed overall. read more

First people there when it opened and still took quite sometime for our meals - which came out cold. The scallops were rubbery and had way too much pepper so I didn't eat them. The cauliflower was ice cold. The halibut was good but the veggies were ice cold. The mushroom app was soggy and should have come with bread or something. Didn't eat much of that either. The oysters - two of three were very oceany and sandy. The salad was the only really good thing. The side of crab meat was hot and good. Would I eat here again? No. Would I recommend it? No. Especially for the $240 price and we didn't even have any drinks! read more

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Friendly stuff and very helpful advices about the food. We loved the linguini, that was an amazing and the wine was yummy for its price. The octopus I will skip. read more

This place is so delicious!! The drinks were good, the food was smacking, and the place was clean & looked nice. We ate outside which is covered and temp controlled. Our waiters (Ron & Juan - apologies if I'm getting the names wrong) were friendly and attentive. Great suggestions and quick! We started with Moscow Mules and Michelada oyster shooters. For the main, I got the Ahi Tuna and my husband got the Steak Filet. Seafood was Hella fresh & yummy! We will be coming here every time we visit the area! Go here, you won't be disappointed. Pinky swear. read more

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The food here is wonderful! We had the sea scallops and the Crab Cioppino. The sea scallops were the most tender scallops I have ever had. The Crab Cioppino speaks for itself when you see the picture. They were most generous with filling the cioppino bowl so full with ingredients. It was easily enough for two people! The service was excellent and we would come back in a heartbeat. read more

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Love this restaurant in Fort Bragg for more elevated dining. It is easy to find, good parking and the food is.....well it's amazing. The service is top notch and they are very knowledgeable about the local wines for pairing. We were seated outside in the covered patio area with heaters. It was rainy and windy but we were shielded well and cozy by the fire. We have been here before and had the black cod and scallops but this trip we opted to get the seafood closer, crab and scallop dish. The scallops were cooked perfectly, the crab was tender and flavorful. The seafood chowder was also really good. Finished it off with the hazelnut semifreddo that's simply refreshing and delicious. read more

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I celebrated my anniversary dinner here. Definitely more low key/ casual which i enjoyed. We had a reservation for a Saturday night so no wait time. It did seem like they had a decent amount of people. They offer indoor and outdoor dining. Outdoor dining had heater lamps as well as being fully covered. Side note: I saw they offer picnic baskets! Seems like such a good idea to pick up when headed to the beach or Skunk train. Appetizers we ordered: Oyster Shooters and Oysters on the Half Shell (1/2 dozen). Both of these were good, but personally i enjoyed the oysters on the half shell better. Fried Monterey Squid: The calamari was so delicious. Definitely recommend trying. The ginger lime aioli complimented the dish so well. Entrees we ordered: I ordered the Pan Seared Scallops and my boyfriend ordered the Chili Rock Cod. Both were cooked very well and the flavor was Magnificient! For the dessert, we ordered the Creme Brulee and my oh my was this delicious. I HIGHLY recommend trying this restaurant. All of our dishes were amazing and it was a great anniversary dinner. read more

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Had a wonderful bday dinner here tonight. I'm fussy when it comes to seafood because I'm spoiled living in SF. Our server, Amanda, was fantastic, but they also take a team approach and everyone was attentive and listened. Raw oysters are wasted on me, so we delighted in the chipotle bourbon butter grilled oysters, instead. That was my fave dish of the night. The oysters were giant, tender, and the smokiness of the chipotle really set off the sweetness of the meat. We could have gorged on a dozen or two of those and a beer (scrimshaw on draft!) and been satisfied. We also enjoyed the fried squid (their version of calamari), which was also very fresh and tender. The simple gem salad was crisp romaine with a really tasty dressing. I ordered some steamed clams and was really impressed. The clams were incredibly clean they were dressed with fresh garlic, onion, tomato and herbs along with a creamy broth. My guy had the seared ahi, which was also cooked perfectly with some black and white sesame included in the sear. The accompanying carrot slaw was really tasty. Dress is casual, which is refreshing. Jeans are fine. Don't let the humble (but clean and comfortable) interior fool you,; the quality of this seawould hold its own against some of the highest end places. I don't write reviews often because I'm lazy and would rather stay in the moment. I just had to throw these folks some love, though. This was a milestone bday for me, but I know it's a small town and I didn't have high expectations. I was delighted. We'll definitely be back. read more

KW Saltwater Grill - Chipotle bourbon butter grilled oysters. - Seafood Near Me - Fort Bragg, California

Tucked in at the end of town, is a fantastic restaurant with some of the best seafood I've ever had. And I've had a lot. They offer some many delicious choices including oyster creations that demand seconds. Fresh fish and even really good sides and salads. Even the music was great. Excellent staff and the owner knows her stuff. Go! Eat, order seconds, and then come back for more the next day read more

First and foremost, the waiter was very nice and pleasant -- I believe she's also a teacher on the side. The inside was cozy and cute. My favorite dish was the oysters, especially one of the sauces they came with -- super tasty. I also had some pasta, but it was unfortunately flavorless. The thick noodles were memorable, but the sauce and mussels didn't add any real flavor to the dish. The large bone-in steak looked impressive, but once I tasted it, I found it dry and lacking flavor. It really needed some sort of sauce or seasoning to bring it to life. If you believe that a big chunk of meat on its own is worth the price, I'd argue otherwise -- without seasoning or sauce, this just isn't it. If you're not from a major culinary hub, this spot might feel special. But for those who are, the flavors really fall short. I did notice many positive reviews, which I assume are mostly from locals. On a positive note, I saw the head chef personally take an order for a guest, cook their meal, and even comp the bill -- that kind of service is impressive and deserves praise. That said, the food itself was disappointing. read more

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The food was excellent. And so was the service. It was not very busy when we were there on a Friday night. But we really enjoyed ourselves.

We celebrated a 60th birthday at this lovely restaurant and enjoyed the experience so much! The staff are kind and friendly. The space was comfortable and welcoming. We had the ahi tuna, pasta with rock cod, seafood chowder, caprese salad, and crème brûlée. Everything was delicious! We were pleasantly surprised that a small town like Ft Bragg would have such a sophisticated restaurant. Just be prepared with ear plugs if you're sitting outside on the patio since the train that runs by is pretty loud. Overall, it's well worth the price and we will definitely come back! read more

Come here if you'd like to lose weight and starve to death waiting for your food.. we came here at 7pm and waited about 10 minutes to be seated but didn't get our food until 8:30! We were so disappointed as we saw other tables feeling the frustration of not getting their food. Another table even got up and left without getting their food.. that should've been our sign to leave as well.. The scallops was salty and overly seasoned.. the pasta was decent but overall I will not be coming back here.. a 2 hour dinner was not ideal as everyone around us was unhappy. read more

First I need to shout out AMANDA!!! You are a gem!! Thanks for the phenomenal service!! I wish yall could smell the deliciousness.. Absolutely get the seafood charcuterie!! You will kick yourself that you didn't.. We should have stopped there as it was more then enough for two but the cioppino was chefs kiss as well! Absolutely making this a staple when I come to Fort Bragg!!! read more

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Such fresh and tasty food! The shrimp ceviche was outstanding. The cod pasta special and salmon entree were also great. I was stunned that there weren't more people here when we stopped being the food was so good. Highly recommend this place! read more

Wow! We dropped in here by pure chance while passing through Fort Bragg. We were a little reluctant when we walked in, after seeing the menu and a nearly empty dining room, but decided to give it a shot anyway. We were seated on the back patio, which was lively, and provided the opportunity to enjoy the sunset and views. We were a group of four (a chef and a sommelier in the mix), so decided to do a tasting menu - starting with a seafood platter, followed by an order of clams, a salad, and the (incredible!) rib steak! Every plate surpassed our hopes, but the show stopper was the Rib Eye. Our eyes popped out of our head when it arrived! It was huge and beautiful! Laid on a tasty bed of potatoes, corn, and mixed veggies. It sounds common, but I assure you, the preparation was spot-on! Everything was flavorful and delicious - and everyone was delighted! If you ever find yourself in Fort Bragg looking for dining - put this at (or near) the top of your list! KW Saltwater Grill is delightful! read more

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We had dinner at KW Saltwater Grill to celebrate a girlfriend's 50th birthday. Our dinner was quite delicious and we thoroughly enjoyed the specials for the night. Service was also prompt and servers were very pleasant. read more

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such perfectly prepared food! The menu was varied, and hard to choose what to get. I wanted to go back the next night and order other things! We had the yellowtail jack which was perfectly cooked and seasoned in an interesting way. The star of the meal were the oysters, both baked and grilled. Oh my! read more

Late review. Party of 11 for a birthday celebration. Food was amazing and service was impeccable. Worth while for a special occasion. Black cod was the best I've ever had! Partner loved the huge steak! Some People said the cioppino was too salty. read more

The service was great. The appetizers did not come first, it came with the food, so that was disappointing. The surroundings and scenery is also really nice. The seared ahi tuna was great. The seafood cioppino was regular. It doesn't have many flavors, but the portion was big. The oysters were not fresh, that's why it deserves a three star. We had stomach issues after consuming the raw oysters. For fresh oysters, princess seafood does a better job. read more

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Service was pretty good There was just random loosely ocean related things strewn around the restaurant for ambiance. Vannila ice cream was crunchy Shrimp cocktail was bad Sauce was super spicy Food was mid read more

We loved the KW Saltwater Grill so much when we first visited last year that we immediately made reservations here the moment we began planning our return trip to Fort Bragg. Although our first experience here was exceptional, Kristi and her staff managed hit it out of the park once again. Our meals were amongst the very best seafood dinners we've ever had. Nancy started with a FRESH Dungeness crab cocktail while I opted for the best oyster platter y ever had. And trust me as I've enjoyed fresh oysters on the half shell many, many times in many, many places. Kristi personally greeted us asking what we were going to have for dinner which was her FRESHLY caught Halibut and the days special Dungeness crab cioppino. And since we're both red wine fans, she recommended a beautiful bottle of Lula Pinot Noir from nearby Anderson Valley which was spectacular. Both times we visited everyone went out of their way to ensure that our dining experience was just perfect. The seafood here is always fresh and delicious with generous portions cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. If you're a seafood lover than this is a perfect restaurant that you'll not want to miss. read more

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We were really excited to try KW, when we walked in the place was pretty empty except for the outside area. The main seating area is very gray and not very inviting. We figured outside would be better but once we got out there there's a landscaping plastic tarp blocking any breeze, turning the seating area into a greenhouse. It's very unpleasant, but given everything else with decent reviews was closed we decided to try our luck. Our server was nice enough and made good recommendations, however their menu was very spartan, with most things packaged as dishes rather than being able to be ordered as sides and such. If you don't want Yukon mashed potatoes with your food you're pretty much out of luck. There were a couple of local beers on the menu that were good, I had a local Pilsner that was pretty good! For my main course I had the nightly pasta special that was linguini with Parmesan and browned butter wine sauce, clams and pork belly. It was pretty solid, probably 8/10. Not exactly what I wanted but there wasn't any white sauce pasta dish on the menu and I wasn't interested in a red. We had some clam appetizers which were fine but five dollars a bite basically, which brings me to my next point the prices are pretty high. You're not getting out of here for less than 50-60 dollars a person, which again is fine but for the overall experience I'd probably tend to prefer Noyo Harbor for the same price. Much much better views and better selection. read more

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Great service, great food, a bit pricey but worth it! No kids menu was a bit of a bummer but otherwise a good experience!

What a wonderful experience! Met the chef, cuz we damaged her fence. She and staff were 100%. Food was out of this world good. Don't remember what I had but remember that I and my guest would drive a long long way to eat here again. Thank you chef for being a fantastic person and crazy good cook. read more

Disappointing. Mom had nightly pasta special. Shrimp puttanesca with fettuccine. Huge bowl of pasta, but only 3 shrimp. Also, it was sweet, not spicy. For $38, definitely not worth it. I had black cod. It looked amazing with the crispy skin topping it. But it was sooo salty, I couldn't eat it. Broccolini was good though. The bread was nice and warm. The octopus was the only thing we both really enjoyed. Service was ok. Outside seating is best, though it got a bit chilly. read more

Food was absolutely fantastic, service was great, very clean place. Would absolutely come here again

KW Saltwater Grill was our favorite dinner in Fort Bragg! We visited on a Saturday evening and were seated right away, with no reservation. We chose to sit on the (dog friendly) heated patio, which was fully enclosed in a tent, and had a nice ambiance. Our server Juan was friendly and welcoming. For drinks, my friends got the Handley Pinot Gris and McNabb Ranch Sauvignon Blanc, which were both very good. I asked for an Arnold Palmer, and Juan brought me a fresh squeezed Lemonade (SO good) and unsweetened Iced Tea to mix, which ended up being great. The three of us ordered a bunch of items to share - the Shrimp Cakes, Seafood Charcuterie Platter, Pear Ricotta Salad, and Coconut Prawns. This was definitely the way to go, and I loved trying a bit of everything. The Oysters and Mussels on the Seafood Charcuterie Platter were very good and the Coconut Prawns were delicious. I also loved the ricotta in the Pear Ricotta Salad, but wished there was a bit more pear. Overall though, really good for dinner! read more

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Cute place but service already an issue. We sat down and others after us got the bread basket and we didn't. The person who brought out the baskets to the other table glanced at us and moved on. We had to ask for Deduct one star for that as it seemed like we were an afterthought. Food was delish and plentiful. I'd come back for the food. read more