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The Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar

Seafood Restaurant and Bar$$$$
Pier Bowl, San Clemente
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    Stacey~Marie
    "Can't beat the view!!!! Awesome clam chowda"(10 Tips)
    Surfrider Foundation
    "... food and drinks. The “Trestle” is the best drink to have on the patio..."(3 Tips)
    Julian A.
    "The Cajun ahi is really flavourful."(3 Tips)
    Bridget
    "Great view of the pacific...nice sound of the waves and sea breeze"(20 Tips)
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  • Chris S.heart icon on user image
    Chris SApril 15, 2015
    This is the perfect seafood restaurant. Old school, classy, great service and perfectly cooked, very fresh fish. Most importantly, they leave it alone. No unnecessary adulterants hiding the flavor
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  • ViVi
    ViViApril 10, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Most amazing poke...the wasabi adds such spice and dimension than your norm...this is incredibly flavorful. The Mai Tai is strong and transports you to an exotic locale :)
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  • Michael M.heart icon on user image
    Michael MorganMay 12, 2019
    Love this place! Out on the water with all-around spectacular views. The waitresses were all very sweet as well. Food was cheap and amazing! The chowder was so delicious.
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    El DoostyOctober 2, 2015
    Looks like a tourist trap but it's actually quite nice with friendly staff and food that is way better than expected.
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  • Kevin D.heart icon on user image
    Kevin DulinDecember 27, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Amazing views! The bar food was fairly decent, both the clams and clam chowder were very good. The cocktails were decent, but rather weak. The bloody Mary's were the best.
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  • Jeremy A.
    Jeremy AnslowDecember 1, 2015
    Wow!! What a view! Bring something warm just in case, the breeze can make the patio chilly. Great wine list, and the seafood Benedict was on point!
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  • Sergio K.heart icon on user image
    The best seafood ever number one service the best food restaurant ever number one love the seating the best number one
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  • Natalia A.
    Great view - the restaurant is right on the beach. Fisherman's chowder was good and burger was ok. View beats everything:)
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  • Jill W.
    Jill WilsonDecember 11, 2013
    Go to the bar on the right, rather than the restaurant on the left. The bar has a better vibe. The drinks are good and you can't beat the view!
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  • Julian A.
    Julian AmalrajAugust 26, 2014
    The Cajun ahi is really flavourful. White sea bass was pretty nice too. The Mud Pie deserves a special mention!
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  • Richard S.heart icon on user image
    Richard StentonFebruary 17, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    The Poke is wonderful and the Tresels IPA a perfect fit.
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  • Kelsey P.heart icon on user image
    Kelsey PhillipsSeptember 21, 2016
    Best seafood restaurant I've ever eaten at - fresh, perfectly grilled fish ever time.
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  • Leslie A.heart icon on user image
    Leslie AyalaNovember 25, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Great place to watch Monday Night Football! They bring TV's outside and have free popcorn and inexpensive chili cheese dogs!
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  • Maile M.heart icon on user image
    Maile MaconSeptember 4, 2015
    California omelet had lots of avocado & the view is spectacular
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  • Stacey~Marieheart icon on user image
    Stacey~MarieFebruary 15, 2016
    Can't beat the view!!!! Awesome clam chowda
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  • Bill T.heart icon on user image
    Bill ThomasDecember 31, 2014
    Best cheap champagne and bloody Mary's pair well with shrimp cocktail, anytime
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  • Pelin G.heart icon on user image
    Pelin Güvenç KefelFebruary 15, 2018
    Great food with a great view! It’s located right on the pier
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  • Bill T.heart icon on user image
    Bill ThomasFebruary 21, 2015
    Dungeoness crab cocktail, Bloody Mary, and champagne Oceanside
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  • David S.
    David StevensMarch 23, 2022
    ADA Access: No longer compliant. The manager Chris is ignorant regarding Federal law and continues to block handicap entrance with tables. (It’s been law since 1990.)
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  • Surfrider Foundation
    Surfrider FoundationMarch 23, 2011
    Check out Fisherman’s for post-beach-day food and drinks. The “Trestle” is the best drink to have on the patio while watching the sun set.
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  • Andy W.heart icon on user image
    Andy WolfeApril 6, 2015
    Wear sunblock in the summer if you go for lunch and sit outside, it gets very hot around that time.
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  • ᴡ E.heart icon on user image
    ᴡ EvansAugust 31, 2015
    Great seafood w an even better view. You can't beat it!!
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  • Bill T.heart icon on user image
    Bill ThomasFebruary 8, 2015
    Champagne, Bloody Mary, and Dungeoness crab cocktail
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  • Brandon F.
    Brandon F.June 12, 2011
    You can't beat their calamari sandwich. Order it with a brew and kick back on the deck of the pier overlooking the coast. Brill.
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  • Kristen E.
    Kristen EdwardsMay 25, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Sitting at the bar? There are hooks underneath for your bag.
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  • Jessica D.
    Jessica DFebruary 18, 2013
    The bar side is the most fun, clam chowder bread bowl is a must have!
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  • John G.heart icon on user image
    John GraingerJuly 3, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Happy Hour M-F 4-7
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  • Lev M.heart icon on user image
    Lev MichaelianJuly 22, 2017
    Had the fresh Grilled Halibut...so delicious!
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  • Alan R.heart icon on user image
    Alan RMarch 22, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Fishermans feast. Get a table overlooking the ocean.
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  • Jennifer S.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer ScaliaAugust 7, 2023
    Come here for the views- which are gorgeous.
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  • Learn Actualize L.
    Learn Actualize LeadApril 20, 2013
    Great sourdough bread and wine awesome sunset view
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  • Allie F.
    Allie FowlerJanuary 3, 2014
    Great place and amazing food! Right on the pier.
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  • john s.heart icon on user image
    john sophieSeptember 15, 2015
    very fresh food, great view and environment.
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  • April T.heart icon on user image
    April TammarineMarch 3, 2015
    Scallops are perfect. Give them 5 stars.
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  • John G.heart icon on user image
    John GraingerAugust 15, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Two restraints, left side full restaurant, right site is Oystet Bat
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  • Colin A.heart icon on user image
    Colin AyerJuly 24, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    If you actually want chips with your fish just go to the oyster bar instead of the restaurant, or ask for skinny fries when in the restaurant. Potato wedges just aren't the same!
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  • Timheart icon on user image
    TimDecember 2, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Lovely location, great food
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    BridgetAugust 25, 2012
    Great view of the pacific...nice sound of the waves and sea breeze
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  • Amanda L.
    Amanda LightfootSeptember 8, 2013
    Great Happy Hour. Bloody Mary's are bomb!!!!
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  • Dan H.
    Dan HoltzJune 1, 2013
    Bucket of clams is by far the best item on the menu
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  • Kurt K.heart icon on user image
    Kurt KnippelOctober 10, 2016
    Clam buckets are the bomb!
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  • Hunter O.
    Hunter OrahoodMarch 30, 2010
    Monday Night Football rules here, you get free food and cheep beer! Also, the bucket of wings on any given day = pure deliciousness!
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  • Poole B.heart icon on user image
    Poole BuoyApril 8, 2023
    Great views , great Sea Food
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  • Christina M.
    Christina MorganAugust 23, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    The best place in San Clemente for sunset drinks!!
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  • Patrick P.
    Patrick PattersonJuly 29, 2012
    Excellent Calamari!
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  • William M.
    William McCartyFebruary 22, 2014
    Good good good
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  • Dawn K.
    Fish and chips are yummy! Clams are amazing!!
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  • Robin F.
    Robin FenchelAugust 13, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Come from 4-7 pm Friday &have $1.00 oysters & fish tacos for $3.00!
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  • Jeff S.heart icon on user image
    Jeff SchonerApril 21, 2016
    Great spot right over the waves
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  • Alan S.
    Alan SechrestAugust 31, 2011
    Great happy hour $3 full meal, and of course theview
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