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Fishwife - Pacific Grove, Pacific Grove, CA

Fishwife - Pacific Grove

4.3
4.3
899 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
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11:00 pm
Booked 12 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Fishwife offers a menu of award-winning American cuisine with a Caribbean accent since 1986. With many daily specials, fresh Seafood as well as homemade pastas and dishes for children, there is something for everyone. Daily specials spotlight fresh catch and seasonal fish. Desserts are homemade as well. The atmosphere is casual with a FULL BAR and friendly service, making it a great place to visit with groups and family. Just a short walk from Asilomar Beach and Conference Center. Some of the most popular dishes are Clam chowder, Calamari, Alfredo Combo, Green Lip Mussels, Barramundi and famous homemade Key lime pie. You can also enjoy surf and turf or gluten-free options like the vegetarian bowl.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Caribbean, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We are accepting catering orders at this time.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for your future private events.
  • Area
    Pacific Grove
  • Cross Street
    Asilomar Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    1 minute away from Asilomar Beach, Conference Center and 17 Miles Drive and Sunset/Grove stops
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 899 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fishwife in Pacific Grove offers "fantastic food," with highlights including fresh seafood and "delicious" clam chowder. Guests appreciate the "friendly" service and welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant is a local favorite, known for "generous portions" and a "cozy local spot feel." Some dishes, like the calamari, vary in quality, but overall experiences are positive.
899 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We chose two entrees from the specials. Swordfish and Dabs over lobster ravioli. Both were excellent! Each entre came with a side vegetable. We had the Asian salad and drinks and then a wonderful finish of Key Lime Pie and coffee. We had an attentive and friendly waiter. It was off the beaten path and not touristy, definitely will return!

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  2. Dianne VIP

    San Francisco23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a great place, for what it is. Very casual, great service, good food, fun drinks. Eat here often, and plan to bring the entire fam here for dinner next week.

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  3. Lisa

    Salt Lake City112 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I come to Pacific Grove every year, and the Fishwife is a place we always MUST go to. The Calamari Steak entree is just so good.

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  4. barbara VIP

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful evening meal!!! Great service and gourmet food!

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  5. Josh VIP

    Denver19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service. We really appreciated Jose's passion about the menu, and his recommendations were right on! We really enjoyed our experience and look forward to returning soon!

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  6. hald

    San Francisco7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Some of the fish was not cooked all the way in the pasta “Portofino" . I know drinks can be a subjective thing, but I’d pass on the Old Fashioned

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  7. Harry Glenna

    Baltimore8 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Unfortunately, although we love this restaurant and visit it often, we were seated in "the kids section". There was one table with 6 children under the age of 6 and another with three children under the age of 3. Lots of screaming and crying made an unpleasant experience. We'll make our next reservation for later in the evening when the noise level will hopefully be lower and the kids will be getting ready for bed.

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  8. Roger

    Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fish entrees were delicious - side note, restaurant is close to Pacific Grove 17 mile drive entrance

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  9. Mike VIP

    Sacramento58 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Booked for last minute lunch. We had the Shrimp cleopatra and the barramundi. Both were surprisingly good. Fish was flaky and perfectly cooked. Everything felt fresh and well seasoned. Restaurant has a local family run vibe to it, service was friendly. Overall recommend for anyone coming back from a walk along the coastal front in pacific grove

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  10. Julie

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Clam chowder was so good bro like it was legit the best clam chowder i ever ate i didnt even know clam chowder could be this good

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FAQs

Fishwife - Pacific Grove does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Fishwife - Pacific Grove also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 375-7107.

Fishwife - Pacific Grove is rated 4.3 stars by 899 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Fishwife - Pacific Grove

1996 1/2 Sunset Dr, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-3719

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Asilomar Ave.
  • Area
    Pacific Grove
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Caribbean, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    1 minute away from Asilomar Beach, Conference Center and 17 Miles Drive and Sunset/Grove stops
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We are accepting catering orders at this time.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for your future private events.
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