Great shrimp tacos, great views of the water, and a great time! This is one of my favorite places to stop on a drive to Pt. Reyes. It's the best on a sunny day to enjoy outside. It can get very chilly during the winter months. We only tried the fish tacos, they were tasty and hit the spot. We only stopped for a light meal, and luckily we made it right before the weekend afternoon rush. Nicks Cove is definitely a must-visit just to enjoy the views! Looking forward to visiting the next time I take a road trip to this super cute town. read more

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I've been coming here for years and often bring out-of-town guests. This Mother's Day, we took my 78-year-old mother for lunch. We arrived right at opening - restaurant empty - and were seated in a scenic corner with view of the pier. Unfortunately, it was freezing due to constant door traffic. The hostess repeatedly held the door open, letting in cold wind directly at our table. Despite our polite comments, the staff showed little concern until we finally flagged someone down to move. For a $300+ meal, basic comfort and attentiveness shouldn't be too much to ask. Disappointing, especially given how quiet the restaurant was when we arrived. We couldn't help but wonder--given reviews mentioning similar experiences--if our treatment had anything to do with the fact that we are a family of color. I'll let others decide, but the lack of courtesy left a lasting impression. I will probably never come back here. read more

Came out on a Monday for a nice evening fantasizing of the oysters. 5:15 on a Monday they were not seating anyone else and were out of food because they were preparing for the next two days. What a disappointment, not an easy place to get to only to be turned down. Not because there was no seating but because they weren't going to serve anyone two days before new years. read more

Went here with family to try the oysters! Very nice outdoor area with a view. Enjoyed time with family here read more

Nick's Cove - The "pier" outside Nicks - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

This is a must while visiting this beautiful location. The views are amazing, superb service! Shout out to James and Katie, thank you for such great service! The food was delicious! No complaints, belly on full YumYum. And next we took a walk down the pier. Please drive slow and respect the locals, deer, foxes, etc. we are in their environment. I ate the clam chowder too fast and didn't get a picture... my bad read more

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The kids enjoyed the New England clam chowder and even ventured to try the BBQ oysters. We reveled in the breathtaking view of the water and the pier. The service was friendly! read more

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We had dinner along the Tomales Bay this past weekend and the setting was easily 5 stars. A lovely pier stretching over the water, plenty of waterfront seating, including in the boat shack at the end of the pier (by reservation). There's even a piano out there to play or enjoy some live music! And great views of Duck Island and Hog Island in the distance. Just a unique atmosphere with great decor and tons of character. There's plenty of seating inside the restaurant too, as well as at the bar. You pay and order at the front near the entrance, then seat yourself anywhere inside (outdoor seating is either by reservation or there may be a wait time), and they bring your food/drinks to your table. Service was pretty standard, nothing really noteworthy. Apparently they have a new menu, but also a limited menu. Nonetheless, we found a few items to try. Fries With Eyes (smelts), Mussels and Sausage (with yummy aioli), Strawberry Shortcake, and for drinks, the Respite, and Phantom of the Guava. The drinks were pretty good, the food wasn't extraordinary, but still of good quality. I liked the dessert the best, with fresh strawberries and light whipped cream. Overall a one-of-a-kind experience in a beautiful coastal setting. read more

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Cozy and exactly the atmosphere you'd hope for in a seaside town -- casual, comfortable, and inviting. The fireplace is a really nice touch and adds to the charm. The standout dish, hands down, was the fish and chips. The best I've ever had and something I'm still talking about three months later. Lightly battered, perfectly cooked, and incredibly fluffy inside. Absolutely worth ordering. The chicken dish was solid and enjoyable. If you're staying at the lodging, be sure to ask about the complimentary oysters or cheese board. A great bonus and a nice way to start the meal. Not everything hit the mark. The ragu was pricey for what it was and, unfortunately, reminded me more of something I could have ordered off of a children's menu. The salads were mediocre and felt overpriced for the portion and quality. Overall, a cozy spot with a fantastic atmosphere and one truly exceptional dish, just order selectively. read more

We drove out to Marshall for lunch at Nick's today. Brilliant decision. Lunch was outstanding and the setting is perfect. We had the calamari first, which deserves an extra star. I had fish and chips and my wife had the lobster roll. Everything was perfect and the service was quick and friendly. Confession: we had the Strauss soft serve swirl cone for dessert and it was epic. (This will sound odd, but the cone is made from a blue corn tortilla, then the cone rim is dipped in dark chocolate. This was worth the drive on its own! Eat at Nick's. You will be delighted! read more

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We were staying in Inverness, and took a drive to Marshall for dinner. We had our dog with us, so sat outside on the back deck for dinner. The setting was spectacular (and warm enough thanks to the heater.) We had delicious cocktails with equally delicious BBQ oysters to start. Next came fish and chips (great fries) and a tasty crab sandwich. Chocolate cake and coffee for dessert. Friendly, attentive service. A perfect vacation experience. read more

Highly recommend this place in many ways. First the restaurant is so cute and amazing. Dog friendly patio/pier. They have a pet friendly beach next door. The clam chowder was hands down my favorite along with the bbq oysters. Disappointed by the fish and chips. Service was great, the views are breathtaking on a warm clear day. The smore dessert needed to be a little warmer. The chocolate and graham cracker crust was so cold from the fridge. The cottages were absolutely beautiful. I loved staying there and can't wait to come back. I love they are pet friendly. Very spacious and cozy, can't wait to come back during winter to light the fire place inside. Or use the fire pit next to the restaurant. The staff was amazing by far exceeded My expectations all around. read more

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UPDATE to my previous review. Dustin the assistant GM reached out to me to discuss what occurred and how they will prevent this from happening again in the future. He also offered to make it right which I certainly appreciate. Based on management's response, I'm upgrading my review from 1 to 3 stars based on the other dishes we had and my overall experience. There's definitely room for improvement and I hope they get there. read more

Point Reyes is great for travelers looking to spend a day outdoors. You'll have a very relaxing time hiking the trails and relaxing on the beaches-even just driving through the parks - is very scenic. Along the way the city of Marshall resides. My partner mentions his colleagues said we should stop at Nick's for lunch. Upon entering, I see a window where patrons are ordering. Walked inside and the lady mentions you'll need to come outside and order and then sit down and pick up your food. Kinda odd why the establishment would have it that way. Anyhoot, oysters, clam chowder, and fish and chips were mediocre. Oysters were fresh as they should be, but the rest was nothing special. read more

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I stayed at the hotel so this review is for that experience only. Angel and Kortney were incredibly polite, Angel was truly a light at the end of a tunnel for us. We were unsure at first, but Angel had such a warm and inviting personality and once she explained the details of the suite we were sold. Staying here was truly a magical experience, its been a long time since I stayed in a place that reminded me of home. We stayed in the suite Bandits Bungalow, and I will be bringing my favorite people here for probably the rest of my life. So please don't change anything Lol Its basically got the theme of older cabin on the lake but everything is very comfortable. Bathroom has the clawfoot and heated floors, down pillows in the bedroom, views of water and the sky in both the bedroom and living room, the sounds of waves permeate through the walls. Absolute heaven. read more

Nick's Cove was absolutely amazing Saturday (week before Easter) for the six of us. We arrived at 11:30 and were kindly greeted and seated immediately. Everything we ate we shared staring with two dozen fresh raw oysters. We then shared mussels with Spanish seasoning, two crab salads and fish and chips. Everything was outstanding and yes we will be back!! read more

A large venue restaurant in Tomales Bay, good to book for an event. Highlight is definitely the pier with outside seating and a cozy covered area at the end of it. Order at the counter and food didn't take long to arrive. Market Salad was ok. BBQ'ed oysters were good, on the small side. Portion for calamari was so small, I didn't take a photo. read more

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We ordered the Halibut and Dungeness crab roll and my god. The halibut (with the beans) was bland! And the crab roll was the tiniest thing I'd ever seen, and tasted very lackluster. Idk who is flavoring the food back there. To add insult to the injury, both were about 35!! Would not recommend. read more

As a person of color, I would not recommend this place. From the moment we walked in, we received weird stares, and it was clear we weren't being prioritized. Other patrons (if you know) who arrived after us were helped right away. They were served water, drink orders taken, while we waited 15-20 minutes with no acknowledgment before deciding to leave. I came ready to support this business and spend money - it's their loss. My husband suggested flagging someone down, but honestly, I shouldn't have to beg for service. If a business wants my support, the effort should be mutual. read more

Food is good though a bit expensive, I wish there were more vegetarian options but the overall experience was good and the staff was friendly and the views are beautiful read more

Bbq oysters were amazing! Last time I was here was 20 yrs ago. Management has changed, but the oysters are still fantastic!

Recently moved to the Sacramento Area from the Central Valley by Merced California. We'd regularly take a quick trip over the Pacheco Pass to Monterey and eat at Vivolo's our favorite Chowder House. Today, we took a road trip to find a new Chowder House closer to home. The mission was a success! We headed towards Point Reyes Station and followed the Coast Line to Nick's Cove. It was a successful experience! We started the meal with a bowl of their New England Clam Chowder and it was perfect. We got the baguette and it stole the show (WOW). Baked that day with a salt/butter topping. My wife had the fish and chips. Normally she leaves a piece for me, but not today. The fries that complimented the dish were excellent. As for the slaw on the side, she doesn't like it so it was handed off to me who loved it. I had the fish sandwich and homemade chips. Another incredible plate. The service was great and ambiance fantastic! It was a great day trip with my wife and a for sure to be a return date in the future! PS...It's a lot quicker taking the Tamales route to Nick's, but we just wanted to try out some different scenery. read more

**UPDATE!!** The manager asked us to give them a second chance, so we came back tonight and wow!! It was a totally different experience from when I came in February. I honestly now believe the first time we came to eat at Nick's, it was super busy and understaffed, hence the bad experience. This time, a server attended to us and was super polite. Drinks were delivered promptly, and the oysters arrived fresh and quickly. The ambiance was pleasant, and the staff was on top of everything. I manage a small business, so I understand we all have bad days. I'm glad I gave this place a second try. Thank you Nick's Cove! read more

Nick's Cove - Oyster & Meat - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

Food was fantastic. Best fish and chips I have ever had. Service was great, view was fantastic.

First time here with a friend. Food was delicious. My friend ordered the clam chowder and one entree just for me, NICK'S COVE CIOPPINO. The atmosphere was great. I guess it really depends who you're with. I enjoyed it a lot. However, my friend said he was over charged. Paid double. I hope he can dispute the charge read more

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Cozy and quaint seafood spot right on the water of Tamales Bay, dishing out upscale lunch and dinner options. While the prices are certainly on the high side for what you're getting, I think it's important to remember that Nicks Cove is within a 1.5 hour drive of the Bay Area and they are entitled to charge what their market will support. If you have the money it's worth a visit, but if not you wont miss out on too much taking pics from the nearby boat launch. Service: You are seated by a host upon entering, but after that you will be ordering off of your phone using a table specific QR code. I personally like this style of service, but I've seen some reviews citing this as a criticism. Your food and drinks are served to you in a reasonable amount of time and the servers are friendly and willing to answer questions. Aside from that pretty standard across the board. Food/Drink: I ordered a mid range wine and my wife ordered a cocktail. I honestly dont recall too much about the drinks so nothing was particularly good or bad, though they were certainly overpriced. I had the Fish and Chips which were damn near perfect and very memorable and my wife had a salad (I forget which one). If you do go, give yourself a cheat day and get the Fish and Chips, they're worth it! Ambiance: It's clear that this is what lets them get away with the premium prices they charge and was the main reason we visited. The restaraunt is right on the water and you get a great view of Tomales Bay. There is a small pier that extends into the bay itself which in previous years guests could go out on and enjoy their meals in the boathouse at the end! Sadly, when we went the pier was undergoing maintenance which was a major bummer. read more

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Elora was our mixologist. She was bright and friendly and warm and hospitable and made us fell welcome as we came in and sat down at the bar. I ordered beer my wife had a glass of tea and we enjoyed the ambience of looking out at the Bay and the smell of the dining room. After a short period of time we got hungry ourselves and decided to take part in dinner there actually it turned do a craving for a snack. Our snack happened to be a Half dozen Mornay Oysters. I have to say that it wasn't really a favorite of my wife or myself but the oysters were fresh the presentation was very nice the service was impeccable it's just for a particular taste it wasn't for us. I wish we had selected the Rockefeller because I love those but I wanted to try something new. I would call this a $24 lesson learned. Everything I've ever had there has been delicious beyond belief so I can't really complain. It's my palate. So since it's me and not them, I'm going to give them 5 stars again because they always knock my socks off every time I go there. I love this place the pieces. If you've never been here by the way, take your cocktails out to the little house at the end of the pier and enjoy some music while you're out there. The views are epic. This is the place also that Lady Gaga hung out at 1 time and some other people whom they will tell you the stories if you ask. read more

Nick's Cove - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

Driving down the coast, we decided to stop here based on rave reviews we had heard. Unfortunately our experience was not worth raving about. Pros: - Nice location with water views - Well kept interior Cons: - You order food at a counter and then are stranded to find a place to eat. On a beautiful day like yesterday, this was a challenge. Took us over 30 minutes to find a spot on the pier, not even by the restaurant. - Rude servers. We reached out to 2 servers about food pick up and both were rude. When we finally found a table on the pier, they shouted at us that they don't serve at the pier. So we ordered, we picked up our order, we cleaned up and we took the dishes back. - Overpriced for the quality and quantity of food. It may be that our food was stone cold by the time we ate it, but not worth the money, time or effort - Dangerous crossing from the parking lot to the restaurant Overall, most people will not see this review due to lack of cell service in the area. But keep driving, plenty of better options along the way. read more

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A friend and I were staying in Tomales for a workshop. I saw Nicks seemed to be the closest place just 3 miles down the road. We went for our first night in town and had amazing food and cocktails. My friend was designated driver and was happy with the creative mock tails. The Tomales Bay Oysters are beautifully briny. When you step out of your car the breeze from the bay carries this brininess. Everything we ordered was superbly prepared and beautifully seasoned. We enjoyed the food and staff so much, we came back three times that weekend. Really reasonably priced for the quality of the food. Hats off to Callen and the entire staff. Also great place for celebrity sightings! read more

Stopped by just for the bbq oysters and a glass of bubs. They say award winning but how good could they be? Answer: incredible! Stick with the basics, enjoy the view and you can't go wrong. read more

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We were in the sleepy coastal town of Marshall and we stopped for dinner at Nick's Cove. We were greeted at the door and ordered there, with the food delivered to whatever table we selected. It was a rustic feel with big windows which looked out onto Tomales Bay. Beautiful! We had root beer and a fab cocktail called Dragon's Blood! It was awesome!! It had rum, blood orange juice, some kind of chai concoction and cardamom bitters. What a trip! We shared a bowl of clam chowder that was fantastic. It had nice chunks of potato and lots of bacon. Very easy on the palate. Then we had their cheese burger and Cajun seared tuna sandwich, both served with a healthy serving of their fries. I loved the Cajun tuna, perfectly seared, a little spice with slaw on a soft ciabatta roll. The burger was also good - meaty and juicy deliciousness. read more

Nick's Cove - Perfect burger. - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

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Service was great. Food was pretty good. Could be slightly improved but it didn't take much away from our experience. Cioppino was def missing some spice, but the pepper on the table sufficed. Tuna melt was a little salty but still good. Appetizers (mussels and halibut) were some of the best I've had. I enjoyed the elevated menu and presentation that came with what was relaxed, but still attentive service. read more

Great food, welcoming staff, cool vibe. We ate there 4 days straight and tried everything! Each dish was better than the last. Fresh and lovely presentation. read more

Very enjoyable and relaxing!!!!! Nick's Cove was a nice place to stop while traveling on Highway 1 through Marshall CA. This is the heart of Oyster Country and definitely worth a visit. We were looking for some local comfort food and nick's was a perfect choice. Started with a nice cocktail and then ordered the Fried Monterey Calamari and the Steamed Artichoke..... yummmmm.. followed by Hamachi Crudo and fish and chips. We had a great time enjoying the scenery of the sunset and immersing ourselves into a good meal. Real nice time at Nick's and good food as well. read more

Amazing. Best dinner we had while visiting the area. The chicken and the corn on the cob dishes were approachable but also inventive. They need a way to cool the place down when it's hot. read more

I can't say enough about how good Nick's Cove is but I'll give it a shot anyway. Today was a beautiful day in Marin after many, many days of rain so we decided to take a drive over to the coast. Good fortune was on the horizon--Nick's was open. We walked into the bar. Spread out before me was the familiar old bar and dining area, so wonderfully comforting to a couple of Marin old timers, and a bright, sun-filled large dining room with perfect tables and view. We sat down on the really comfortable no fuss chairs. I looked at the menu and what I'd been wanting for weeks was right there. A Dungeness Crab Louis. And it was perfect! Fresh, absolutely delicious, everything a Crab Louis should be. More about the menu-- I can't remember seeing anything as creative in a long time. During January they're offering mussels from around the world. This week it's Spain. I can't wait to go back and try every dish they have. The service is excellent and very low key, something I really appreciate. Congratulations on a truly great West Coast restaurant. read more

I definitely recommend Nick's Cove for couples, families, or even a group of friends. Dinner and drinks were delicious but my all-time favorite was breakfast that was brought to our cottage and let me say WOW was I impressed??? Our breakfast tray had fruit, hot oatmeal, hot muffins made in house, eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, coffee, milk, espresso, and a breakfast sandwich with salad. BEST breakfast I've ever had!!! The room was cozy had a fireplace with wood. The bathroom had tiles that warmed up, and they offered two full sized soft robes to make you feel all nice and cozy!!! Not gonna lie, we didn't have time to turn on the TV, at a beautiful place like this you won't want to. read more

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Waterfront restaurant with a great view. Casual dinning. Food was flavorful with big portions. Service was good.

My wife and I went there this time last year for our 20th wedding anniversary. We didn't review it then, but I would have given that experience 4 stars. We had table service in 2025 and thankfully weren't forced to use their QR code ordering system. It's much nicer to have table service from human beings (while fully understanding staffing shortages, a problem that goes back to the COVID period). On Saturday, January 24th, we celebrated our 21st anniversary. So, like last year, we had the creamy New England clam chowder, which was excellent and I'd give the bowl a 5! We also tried a daily special, the Japanese mussels, which were served in miso sauce. I thought they were very good, but my wife complained that they scrimped on portions. It was delicious and I would give that dish a 4.5 (if that were possible). Last year we had the cioppino, which was excellent, but we felt it was pricey and didn't get it again. But here's why we gave them a lower score yesterday. Instead of the excellent fried calamari we had last year, they have a new incarnation called the "Tempura Fritto Misto." It was battered and deep friend calamari, delicata squash, white anchovy, lemon and sage leaf, with two dips: black garlic balsamic aioli and lemon pepper mayonnaise (the sauces were good). Sounds great on paper, right? But in practice, each battered item was deep fried so much that it came out brown. We couldn't even taste the ingredients because everything tasted like oil. My wife has worked in restaurants and pointed out the gold standard for battered and deep friend food, especially tempura, is that it should be "very pale, almost white to light blond, and delicate, lacy, with an airy texture." As I said, ours was brown, hard and tasteless. We should have sent it back to the kitchen because we could see the lighter colored batter on the fish (and chips) at other tables. I'm too polite and didn't say anything, but my wife told the waitress, when she brought the check, about how the tempura seemed to have been fried in bad oil (I think it might have been overcooked). That dish deserved only one star, but obviously mistakes can happen. The location is spectacularly beautiful and the view is stunning. That itself makes it worth visiting. [This review has been edited after hearing from the manager, who offered to compensate us for our disappointing dish. Due to their courtesy, we're open to visiting Nick's Cove again] read more

The clam chowder was perfect the bar was very friendly and a beautiful place to visit and dine read more

Nick's Cove - Bar area .. wonderful service amazing food and drinks! Found a new favorite spot! - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

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Water tasted weird and slightly salty from the moment it came out. Never drank it for the rest of the meal and it left a funny after taste. Clam chowder was definitely under seasoned along with other soups. Seems like a fun place to go drinking and loved the interior and decorations. read more