Awesome seafood spot near the beach! Fish and Chips again, who would have thought? Light and crispy, but this place uses the same batter on their fries, what a gamechanger! More surface area = more crunchy fish/fries! The line was super long, usually a good sign. Nice beach vibes, I'll definitely be back! read more

Seasurf Fish - Fish and Chips! - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

Busy spot during lunch but the wait wasn't too long. You order first at the counter and you're given a number and seat yourself. We opted to sit outside as it was nice out. The portion sizes are large. Food was flavored well. For the poke bowl, the rice to protein ratio was off as had too much rice. Plus only a few pieces of uni. I like that they have non alcoholic beer available read more

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The Boulder and I rolled in on a suspiciously perfect Monday afternoon--clear skies, good vibes, and my dog in tow (a true critic.. of me). My tall Sequoia of a date did the classic awkward shuffle at the front like, "hi, can the dog come through to the patio without causing a federal incident?" The guy we asked looked like we had just asked him to solve climate change (bc he was a customer...), but he very politely redirected us to the cashier, who was lovely. So: Kindness: 10/10. Confusion: also 10/10. ~Balance~ Now the food. The Boulder orders a fish burrito. I go for the chimichurri salmon bowl with quinoa because I, too, enjoy pretending I have my life together. BUT. The boulder also then orders clam chowder--a surprise, a moment of elation, but at the same time... skeptical? Sir? I have lamented over my favorite chowder like a woman waiting for her husband to come back from battle. Were your ears too high in elevation for my voice to reach? ANYWAYS. Let's talk about the clam chowder, because this is where things get serious. I have grown up eating clam chowder in Santa Cruz (my hometown, my birthplace, my origins). I have known greatness (shoutout to Stagnaro Bros., the downstairs fish market). So when I tell you I approached this chowder with standards, I need you to understand the weight of that statement. I put my spoon in. It did not sink. At that moment, I knew. This was not soup. This was a lifestyle. A structural entity. And it was GOOD. Creamy, thick, unapologetically clam-forward. Not quite Santa Cruz enlightenment, clouds-parting-angels-singing, but honestly? Strong contender. We're talking solid top 4-5 chowders of my life, and I do not say that lightly. Now, my salmon bowl? Good. Respectable. Salmon = crispy, quinoa = doing quinoa things (why is it always slightly annoying to eat??). Chimichurri good. The fish burrito (from my observational research + dog validation panel): packed, flaky, generous. My dog approved, which frankly is the highest honor available. Overall: Great food, great vibes, excellent chowder, and quality time with the Tall Sequoia Boulder Man™ on a random Monday. Plus points--chips looked fried on site :D read more

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We LOVE Seasurf! It was our first time at this specific location and the amazing quality & flavor remained the same. We got there right when they opened and it was a little busy but our food still came out quick. It was our first time trying the lobster pomodoro pasta and it was so delicious & fresh. My absolute favorite is their north shore garlic shrimp plate, hands down 10/10 every time. Every single thing on this plate is packed with flavor, down to the pickled veggies and mac salad, it is a must have! read more

Seasurf Fish - North shore garlic shrimp, lobster pomodoro, poke nachos & classic fish taco - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

It was my first time at this laid-back and casual seafood eatery. Luckily, it was HH. I placed my order at the front counter then sat down until the server brought my food. There was a good menu selection with decent prices. I appreciated that the staff were helpful and friendly. The service was pretty quick too. And WOWEE, my classic fish tacos and corn elote were absolutely delicious! I'm definitely coming back!! Highly recommend to the Yelp Community :-) read more

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Amazing as always! Love the vibe on the patio. Everything is always yummy and fresh!! We got the poke nachos, calamari, and salmon bowl. 10/10! Will always keep coming back here. read more

Seasurf Fish - Beer on happy hour - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Looking for a good spot to eat lunch and we happened to drive by Seasurf which was super busy and looked good! Parked in the neighboring lot with free parking and got to try the fish tacos! They were fresh, good portion size for a lunch, and not a bad price either for San Clemente. It's in a great area right next to the Main Street so you can hop over there for some dessert after :) read more

Seasurf Fish - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

I had a terrific weekend lunch at Seasurf Fish, but my guests' experience was mixed. We started with the Poke Nachos and there were great (4.5/5) - good amount of poke and tasted fresh. I had the Chimichurrri Shrimp Burrito (5/5 - huge and tasted amazing). I added some heat by trying their three hot sauces (yellow, green and orange). All were great. I also tried the Poke Bowl (4.5/5), Lahaina Shrimp Garlic Noodles (2/5 - shrimp is good but pasta was not), and the Teriyaki Salmon Bowl (3/5 - tiny portion of salmon). So it was a mixed experience. Nice outdoor seating to enjoy the day. Service was ok. I will be back for that burrito. read more

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Found myself in San Clemente on a sunny Saturday afternoon with a buddy and was craving seafood. Locals raved about Seasurf fish so naturally we needed to check them out. There was a long line out the door at 12:15 pm which was a promising sign. I ordered a half dozen fresh Oysters along with the Hawaiian North Shore Garlic shrimp. The oysters were fresh and delicious. There was a hiccup with my shrimp order and it ended up taking 30 minutes for my food to come after I flagged this to the staff. This was unfortunate but they did offer me a complimentary soda after I requested this due to the inconvenience. The dish itself was very good. The shrimp was tender and flavorful and I did feel like I was back in Hawaii. Just a note, there is a sweetness to the dish that was unique as I was used to more of a garlic butter flavor base. It was still delicious. Overall this was a fun experience and glad I got to try Seasurf. read more

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It's always a good start when you look at the menu and you have absolutely no idea what you want- simply because you want it all. Everything we ordered was stellar. Quality of fish felt like they just caught some in their backyard. Nachos were crisp. Uni bowl had so much umami. Tacos were nice and crispy (shrimp imo was better than the classic). I recommend to anyone visiting San Clemente for first time. read more

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I didn't think I could find a new fish taco to overtake Rubio's but I'm happy to report that Seasurf has a solid classic fish taco amongst other incredible dishes! We tried so many things - the poke bowl, steamed clams, calamari, garlic noodles with shrimp, clam chowder, and of course, the fish tacos. The calamari was coated in corn meal which was not my favorite but the rest of the dishes were worth the calories and the drive! Service is pretty non-existent because it's a self serve counter basically but they do take your order and bring your food out for you. The downside to this place is definitely the parking (mainly street parking with a very small parking lot), followed closely by the tiny amount of seating at this place. It isn't ideal for large groups but if you're looking for some great quality seafood, seasurf is the way to go! read more

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Great food with fun outdoor atmosphere! Best happy hour, good prices for generous portions. Walk up ordering, food comes out fast and hot! read more

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Food is delicious-fried calamari, shrimp and the seafood bowl. All were great. Will be back for sure when in San Clemente. Order at the counter and they'll bring your food and service was good too. Sit in the outdoor patio and enjoy! read more

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Food is very good but the service needs improvement. It was a busy Saturday lunch rush, but the line moved extremely slow. I decided to place an online order while waiting in the line instead. I discovered that the reason the line is so slow is because the cashier is also the bartender. This is incredibly inefficient. We ordered the original poke bowl and fish tacos. The quality and taste was very good. read more

Seasurf Fish - Original poke bowl and fish tacos - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

We stopped by this casual seafood spot on a Saturday that had a line out the door. The restaurant itself is small and includes primarily outdoor seating and a small section indoor for bar service. You order with the cashier and the food is brought to you. Although the line moved a bit slow, once we ordered the wait time wasn't too bad. We sat in the outdoor patio, where you'll find water, condiments, and utensils. We tried the hot lobster roll sandwich which comes with slaw and fries. The lobster itself was plentiful and delicious. We didn't care for the dressing on the slaw and the fries were good. We asked the cashier if she preferred the shrimp or fish tacos and she reccomended the fish. The tacos are $5 each, but if you get the plate you'll get two tacos and chips and salsa for $9.99. The tacos were good and the battered fish was nicely sized. We were just missing the tradition creme sauce typically used. We also tried the Guava Cider which we enjoyed. Overall, worth a visit. Great service and delicious food! read more

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Seasurf is perfect for a casual, fresh, seafood meal! The inside is small with counter seating and a counter to order at. Outside there is patio seating with heaters that is dog-friendly! My family always loves to get the poke nachos and clam chowder. The fish tacos were just okay, they definitely needed salsa added for a little extra flavor. read more

My cousin and I stopped by for lunch because the seafood looked super fresh in the pictures, and Seasurf Fish didn't disappoint! It wasn't super packed for a late lunch on a Friday and we were able to snag a table outside since we brought our pups along. We decided to go for a bowl of clam chowder, spicy poke nachos, and the North Shore garlic shrimp platter. I loved every single dish, especially how fresh the tuna poke was. They really load up the nachos with imitation crab, spicy mayo, and lots and lots of tuna! The garlic shrimp was juicy and crispy, and it tasted similar to a Korean Chinese dish called kkanpoongi. No complaints here because I looooove kkanpoongi. The rice was quite mushy/overcooked, but I loved the side dishes the platter comes with. Clam chowder was also solid. You order at the counter, get a number, water/utensils are self-serve, and your food is brought out to your table by the workers. It's a typical fast-casual spot where the service wasn't mind-blowingly amazing, but it wasn't outright rude either. All in all, I liked our experience here and will be back to grab a casual lunch if I'm in the area! read more

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Wow! I'm obsessed with this place. I've been wanting to go for a while and finally made it a point to stop by and I was blown away. To start, I love the vibe of the restaurant. Super casual and inviting with a small bar with a selection of tap beers and a showcase with fresh oysters and poke. The patio has ample seating so don't let the inside sway you! Our food was incredible. The fish was perfectly fried, flaky tender, and flavorful. The calamari wasn't my favorite as I found the breading to be grainy but it was not chewy and a generous size. We took home poke nachos for my family and it was huge and delicious! We are all so happy to have found a restaurant with fresh delicious food at a reasonable price with nice employees and a great selection of drinks. Definitely a new staple. read more

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You order at the counter and they'll bring you the food. There's not much seating indoors, so on a cold night, this isn't the best place for sure. The Parmesan fries were ok, but nothing amazing. The Atlantic salmon was rather flavorless. The "salad" was like salsa tomatoes with some green stuff. It was ok and decently priced. But 3 stars is truly what it's about. Nothing great. Nothing bad. read more

Seasurf Fish - Parmesan fries - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Great food and the service was excellent! Went on a Sunday afternoon and it was very busy. Had to wait in line for a while and parking is also limited. But would go back during less peak times to try more of the menu. read more

Wow I love this place! Great spot. Parking is a little chaotic depending what time you go. Found some on the street a few minutes away. Service is fast & friendly. This is an order at the counter, take a number, & sit down kind of place. I got the poke nachos & a mango cart beer. The poke nachos were amazing & a good portion!! Prices were super fair. Lots of seating outside. Would definitely come again. read more

Soooo good! If you like fresh seafood, this is the place! Our favorites: classic fish tacos and blackened salmon tacos Other dishes we liked: north shore garlic shrimp (this is a full meal, not just an appetizer) Least favorite dish: Hawaiian Ahi Tuna Roll read more

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PLEASE HIRE MORE STAFF!! This goes for both locations. The great quality of the food is effected by the poor service. Why is there only one person at the cash register who is also working the bar, when there's a line of 10+ people out the door? This place surely pulls in a decent amount, so why can't they hire more staff members? Making the restaurant more efficient in their service will go a long way, and the annoyance customers feel is totally avoidable by hiring one or two more people to work the register. C'mon Seasurf!! read more

We eat there a lot. Recently ordered grilled salmon tacos. Fresh, tender salmon cooked to perfection with delicious sauce and other toppings. jg read more

Came here for a quick snack prior to a wedding and we went a tad overboard with our "snack" that led us to a bloated food coma event afterwards. We ordered the - Calamari: crispy, flavorful - Calm chowder: lots of good pieces of chunks and creamy - Oysters: refreshing - Poke nachos: fun to eat but very heavy feeling afterwards. Great sauce and toppings. - Fish and chips: the fish was the winner here. Lightly battetered and flaky. Not dry. Not salty. Perfectly made. Wait time wasn't bad. Seating is limited. People don't clean up after themselves. Very packed throughout the day. Can't recall the prices but I'm sure it was worth it. read more

Seasurf Fish - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

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We came back to Seasurf for dinner tonight for my husband's fish and chips fix. I had the teriyaki salmon bowl. It was not as good as the last few times and the salmon was thin as paper and a bit fishy. The rice was undercooked. It was still hard. My husband, of course, had the fish and chips. The fish they use for this fry fish was nice and flaky, we thought they did a good job on this dish. It did tale a very long time for this order to come out. I was almost done with my dinner by the time she brought it out. The fries were hard. Cole slaw was too sweet. But the time we were done with our order, the line was all the way out the door. 3.5/5 read more

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i would dine here 3 days a week! the poke nachos are the best and the calamari were cooked perfectly. we enjoyed eating outside with our doggo. the service was friendly and prompt. prices are reasonable. may they stay that way. read more

I do like the blackened fish burrito I have had in the past. Today I tried the shrimp burrito. I am not sure the shrimp was cooked through and like the fish burrito they do go heavy on the rice in their burritos. The other flavors in the burrito are good. The Wife had the North Shore Garlic Shrimp and that shrimp was over cooked. She did eat it without complaint and she liked the pickled veggies and the rice. I will go again as I have had more good experiences than today. I'll just try something else. Go. It's Worth A Shot. HAVE FUN!!! read more

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This place definitely lived up to the solid reviews it has. The fish is super fresh and while the wait was long, it wasn't that bad. We got the spicy poke bowl and the original poke bowl to go. The spicy bowl was definitely spicy so be prepared and it didn't come with a ton of sauce which I would have preferred. Still for San Clemente, the price and portions were very reasonable! read more

Seasurf Fish - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

I love the fish tacos! Amazing service and vibe-- this place is such a gem. Sooooooo good

Description: Fast-casual seafood spot serving delicious dishes from garlic shrimp to grilled sea bass. Location: Situated on El Camino Real in downtown San Clemente, within walking distance to all the other fun spots in the area Standout Dishes: Poke nachos, calamari, and the garlic shrimp plate with ginger-garlic sauce. And just get a cup of chowder to pair with whatever your main order is, it's super good! Vibe: Casual with outdoor patio seating. Service: Super friendly and fast-paced. Order first, get seated, and someone will bring out the food to you. Food Quality: Their seafood dishes consistently hit the mark. Value: Pretty good -- portions are shareable and pricing feels fair, especially during happy hour when bites are discounted. Perfect For: Casual quick lunches before or after a beach visit Tips: Swing by Mon - Fri (3:00pm - 5:00pm) for Happy Hour to score some deals on favorites like poke nachos and calamari (as well as some discounted beers) Parking: They've got a small lot behind the restaurant, otherwise you'll probably have to find street parking, so on the weekends, you may be circling a round a little (but it's manageable) read more

Seasurf Fish - Grilled sea bass with Louisiana Cajun seasoning - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

The food is really good and their all fresh! The clam chowder was good too!!! The service was okay and the ambiance was great! It is a little bit expensive but it is worth it as the food is delicious! read more

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THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! INCREDIBLE SEAFOOD.. Happy Hour is Mon-Fri 3-5pm. The entire menu is awesome and happy hour bites just delicious. We had poke nachos, calamari, fish tacos and shrimp ceviche. Everything fresh and tasty. Good portions with fast and friendly service. I really liked the happy hour drink selection also. They have 3 locations in Orange County. I hope they open in Huntington Beach. I would be there every week. Such a great experience! read more

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This was our first stop for some seafood while in SoCal and it did not disappoint! I chose this place because of great Yelp reviews I had read. We got here around 11 but they didn't open until 11:30. We strolled around the nearby shops to kill some time then came back right at 11:30. Other people must've had the same idea because there was a line as soon as they opened! The operation here runs so smoothly. The front counter takes the orders quickly and you only have to wait 5-10 mins before your food is served. We sat outside on the patio to enjoy the warm weather. My husband got the spicy tuna poke bowl and I got the classic fish tacos with a side of garlic fries. We both loved our dishes! All the fish tasted incredibly fresh and lived up to our expectations. Fries were crispy with plenty of toppings. Prices were affordable yet the dishes still came with enough food that did not leave you hungry for more. They do have a restroom for customers and I loved that it was covered with local fishing photos. Wish we lived closer so we could come back to try more items on the menu! read more

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Located on the top of the hill in downtown San Clemente, the restaurant has a good view of the whole town and offers relaxing sea breeze on the hot days of summer. The place has seating for around 60 people and parking for 10 cars. The ordering process is quite simple: you place your order at the front counter and the staff will bring the food to your table. We ordered the following items: Cioppino: the portion was pretty generous for the price, with fresh seafood and nicely flavored tomato based sauce, light and slightly sweet. The noodles were al dente with very nice texture. Maui Shrimp: the shrimps were lightly caramelized and went very well with the seasoned rice, the sour and sweet brine from preserved onion and sliced cucumber greatly enhanced the overall taste of the dish. A great dining place with excellent service and reasonable prices for what you are getting. read more

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This spot does the best happy hour! Stopped in after work for an early lunch and to take advantage of the awesome deals - opted for their amazing $7 happy hour Hawaiian Poke bowl with greens and a side of rice! The fish was plentiful, so fresh, and the salad was delicious and crisp. Perfect light dinner meal for a steal and a half. I can't wait to try the rest of the happy hour menu! Service is so friendly and quick! read more

Seasurf Fish - Happy Hour - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

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We were finally able to dine at Seasurf Fish Company in San Clemente. I had been wanting to bring the family here for so many months. We happened to come on a day that was a little gloomy, but still pretty warm and humid. It is a small restaurant. Seats are out in the front on the street side, as well as in the back. Not a lot of seats available but if you go outside of rush hour, you should be fine. Seating in front on the street side though, isn't that great. You'll be smelling the fumes from passing cars. The unisex restroom is to the front and right side of the restaurant. Service - order your food at the counter and find a seat. They'll bring your food out to your table. What we ordered: Poke bowl Chowder Poke nachos Fries with chowder Cheeseburger - plain cause the kid is ridiculously picky. Overall our food was very good and we would definitely return. read more

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Counter order or to-go. Long line out the door. Ordered the poke nachos - amazing, fresh and large! The fish tacos (blackened salmon, fried and grilled) were all full of flavor on corn tortillas. read more

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My boyfriend and I came here on a Sunday afternoon when craving a seafood burrito. We ordered the chimichurri shrimp burrito (which automatically comes with homemade tortilla chips and a small 2 ounce ramekin of green salsa) with an extra side of guacamole. It was decently priced at $13.99 for the burrito, but the extra guacamole on the side was very overpriced for 3.99 for a small 2 ounce portion. There is very limited indoor seating that contains just a bar top with about 5 stools. It has a nice coastal seafood vibe and the restaurant itself seemed clean! There's also fresh seafood on display near the cash register. We opted to sit outside since it was a beautiful day, but during times of inclement weather, sitting outside would likely be unpleasant and the barstools inside I'm sure would be difficult to grab. Fortunately the outside patio is covered so you could always bundle up and eat outside if the barstools inside are taken on those far-and-few-in-between rainy days. The service was okay, but as a restaurant that is walk up counter service, you can't expect highly rated service! I would return to try more menu options! read more

SEAFOOD BITES (3.75 stars) - FOOD: individual size and good - PRICE: fair - SERVICE: good - AMBIANCE: typical small eatery Have you ever craved something and want a smaller portion of it and don't want to spend on a large/regular portion?! I have a very light appetite and I eat like a bird so smaller portions are better and hits the wallet nicer. This place was all about individual portions! CUP OF CLAM CHOWDER ($4.99) - pretty good! Nice and creamy, had good flavor, ok portion of chopped clams - at first I only saw fragments but then at the bottom of the cup there were a few nice chucks of chopped clams. RECOMMEND CRISPY CALAMARI ($7.99) - more tentacles than rings. I'm not a fan of tentacles and usually don't eat them but they are so small you can't really tell they were the tentacles. The batter was nice and crispy and very golden brown. It came with two dipping sauces and prefer the aioli sauce one over the marinara. RECOMMEND STUBBORN SODA - I love me some crafted stubborn soda. I mixed 1/3 black cherry with 2/3 root beer. Idk what made me mix, I think I was indecisive which flavor. Mixing was ok, I think I'd stick with just one flavor at a time next time. Until the next review.... read more

Seasurf Fish - Crispy Calamari - Seafood Near Me - San Clemente, California

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