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    Tognazzini's Dockside

    3.7 (1.2k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    TOGNAZZINI'S DOCKSIDE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Oysters
    Kameron G.

    This is always a must-stop for us whenever we're passing through Morro Bay. The oysters are incredibly fresh, and the service is consistently outstanding. On this visit, we shared the Tuesday-only oyster chowder special and were pleasantly surprised--it was even better than the clam chowder, which is excellent in its own right. We look forward to coming back every time we're in the area.

    Barbecued Oysters
    Justine B.

    We stumbled upon this spot while walking along the pier, looking for a quick snack and a drink. We stopped at Tognazzini's Dockside Restaurant and were pleasantly surprised. They offer a nice selection of local wines and beers, perfect for enjoying by the waterfront. The highlight of our visit was the barbecued oysters, cooked in a rich herb butter sauce. They were incredibly flavorful, perfectly prepared, and absolutely delicious. A great place to relax, enjoy a drink, and savor fresh seafood while taking in the pier atmosphere.

    Melissa C.

    My dad recommended this place and it was a good recommendation. Definitely gives off local diner vibes but with a seaside theme all around! There's parking directly in front of the restaurant. The hostess was friendly and so were the staff! We ordered some breakfast and they made the pancakes we got for my son into the shape of Mickey which was super cute and a nice touch! I really enjoyed the little detail of sending yourself a postcard that the restaurants gives you and they mail it in it behalf!! Such a cute touch!

    Vicky L.

    Only here to judge the oysters, my typical oyster place was closed today and decided to try this place instead. Their oysters were fresh but wasn't as sweet and there were shell pieces in the oyster which did not make it enjoyable. Overall I just feel that you could find better elsewhere.

    Perfect patio for pups
    Lisa D.

    Very happy with our meals whenever we come here. The service is always friendly and efficient Love the postcards they let you write to friends and loved ones- they will mail them for you as well Cute and cozy decor Dog friendly on the patio with wonderful views of the rock We normally go for breakfast, but have been later in the day as well with friends Plenty of parking

    Pasta primavera
    Alora M.

    We were traveling along Pacific Coast Highway, and I always loved Morro Bay as a kid so I had to show it to my friend who was traveling with me. After looking at the otters and enjoying the spectacle that is Morro Rock, we decided to get something to eat. We looked at various eateries and chose this one. It was pretty good. I ordered the fish sandwich and my friend ordered the Pasta Primavera. The portions were generous, and the service was very friendly. My fish sandwich was served dry, and it was more pan fried than battered and fried, but the tartar sauce was tasty and the fish seasoned well and not fishy tasting. It was a lot of bread and very filling. My friend thought her Pasta Primavera was ok. She said the sauce wasn't as garlicky as she would have liked, and it was a little soupy. The garlic bread was only toasted on one side, and so the side that was to the pasta got soggy. She said the pasta was cooked well, and the vegetables were good. So ok but nothing special. Overall, a quiet pleasant spot to enjoy a meal after a long drive and a walk, enjoying nature. Morro Bay is still one of my favorite places, and I know I'll come back again when I can.

    Fish & chips

    This was our first time here. It was amazing ! We had the 5 piece fish ,fries & large bowl of their clam chowder. We had a great server ! So amazing I think we'll be back again !

    We love Morro Bay and we ate outside with our dog
    Karen T.

    We enjoyed breakfast outside with our dog. Ashley our server made sure we were well cared for with treats and water for our pup and excellent service. The food was good and plentiful. The menu had many options and we enjoyed our meal. We sat outside with a view of the water. This place ticked all the boxes for us and our pup.

    Rudy N.

    Stopped by this gem the other week and if you like live music and one of the best views of the bay and Morro Rock then this is the spot. They have great seating and the service is fast, professional, and tasty. I recommend this spot for sure, one of my favorite in the central coast.

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    Debra V.

    Very friendly staff. The service was quick. We ordered the BBQ Oysters and the Clam Chowder Bread Bowl. Oh my!!! I was in Oyster Heaven. The BBQ Oysters had Garlic Butter, Lemon Slices, asked for crackers, plus they brought a variety of sauces for add ons. We ordered the half a dozen, but put in a second order because they were so good. If you want delicious BBQ oysters Yummy! The Clam Chowder Bread Bowl did not disappoint. Filled to the top and overflowing. Came with additional garlic bread slices. Just right in taste. Creamy plenty of clams.

    Steak sandwich wasn't terrible but not exciting either.
    Christy J.

    Not kid friendly small crowded space tables are too close to each other service was not great waited 15 min for a menu after we were seated food was 4-out of 10 I got the shrimp scampi it was watery and not tasty. They did have quite a few selections on the menu maybe I just ordered the wrong item ? Anyway won't be coming back here.

    Love the designated dog area. Except with the wall you can't see the water and base of the rock.
    Andrea M.

    Oops. Actually I have no idea if it is worthy of 5 stars. I posted a review and I couldn't rescind after I posted. I didn't want to make the Yelp reviews go down on account of my rating for dockside too. Read my review for the dockside too.

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    Austin E.

    We came here specifically for their fresh caught seafood and chowders and were not disappointed. We went to the restaurant portion as opposed to the seaside shack as we needed a place to sit and gather our bearings a bit.  The place exudes classic diner vibes, if diners had fresh seafood and a view of a giant rock island off the coast. The chowder cured us of our hangover and the seafood platter filled us up without weighing us down too much. Definitely a worthwhile stop and the food was solid.

    amazing clam chowder in a bread bowl

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    The service (our waiter) was excellent! The ambiance was perfect for Morro Bay! The food was ok. Rice vegetables and fish of the day .

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    The tacos and the halibut are really good. We always come here when we are in town. Much better than the similar places in town.

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    STAX Wine Bar & Bistro

    4.4
    (443 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    STAX is tucked into cozy location on the corner across from Morro Rock…read more We enjoyed comfortable outdoor seating.and 60 degree weather, fog was beginning to burn off. The Morro Bay car show is going on for three days lots of cruisers passing our patio table. We decided on their bowl ofseafood chowder it was velvety thick excellent generous portions of scallops, clams, shrimp complemented with small bites of potato's with all the perfect spices it was a 10. We added two filet mignon steak fajitas but taco style. They were delicious the seasoned filet mignon along with the sweet onions and peppers with a queso fresco on a warm corn tortillas were outstanding We topped our terrific late lunch off with a moist flavorful piece of carrot cake and carmel sauce that we shared. James our waiter was super friendly. STAX along with their perfected menu has large impressive selection of local and notable wines and champagne. STAX has a perfect laid back atmosphere to enjoy with friends. Our next trip we'll enjoy a couple bottles and the sunset

    Service ok. Had to wait a bit for wine refills but no big deal…read more Crab cakes~delicious. Tacos were ok. Kind of pricey for what you get. My bad for not paying attention. I ordered what I thought were fajitas and the waiter came and brought two tacos. I was a little surprised. Two tacos for that price is a little ridiculous and they were just okay. Ambience was chic~outdoors on a tall table people watching while having amazing conversation. Also, dog friendly and enjoyed watching dogs make small talk. Lol

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    Harmony Cellars

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    A very nice privately owned winery that has exquisite wines and a great tasting experience! I'm…read morewine industry and I found myself joining their wine club, which I generally don't do because of being in the wine industry and enjoying great perks and benefits already. But this place was special! The service, wine descriptions and information was awesome and the wine was unique in varietals. Stop in and see for yourself!!!

    I have been wanting to try this wine for a while. I always wondered where it was. I go to the…read moresmall town of Harmony every year on the way to Cambria. I tried to ask someone one time where the tasting room is and they weren't very friendly. But now it is very clearly marked and I was easily able to find it on my own this time. You can tell it's been newly remodeled. My friends and I decided to do the tasting. All of us like white wine only. They have a few selections but of course the one I really wanted to try wasn't available that day. And that was ok. They gave me 6 tokens to give one each time i wanted my next tasting. Well sine they didn't have one of the wines I wanted and white wine was more limited I asked if I could turn in two chips for two tastings of the same wine. And I did this also so I didn't have to come in and bother them as soon for another pour of the same thing. I was told they don't do that .... But then they did. It just doesn't make sense to me. I also was trying to be nice and I just felt like she was wasn't super friendly. This place has a gorgeous set up outside. They have nice comfy seating or high top tables which overlook the rolling green hills. This time of the year is absolutely beautiful. I can see the warmer months not being as pretty because I'm sure everything turns brown. I also loved watching the animals down below. The scenery was so majestic. I will definitely be back again. This will probably be on my list of "must visits" every time I visit Cambria. There are just certain places you that you always remember and must go back to, and this is one of them for me.

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