Moonraker

4.6

1257 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

4 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Great for scenic views
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Floor to ceiling windows that look down on the beach makes Moonraker restaurant a go to spot for food and an excellent view. Situated inside the Lighthouse Hotel in Pacifica, Moonraker serves lunch, dinner and happy hour!

A large selection of fresh seafood dots the Moonraker menu with items like Dungeness crab, Chef's selection of oysters and ahi poke. Other options from "the land" include pot roast, steak, chicken parmesan and a vegetarian tagine. The chef makes a lot of the offerings gluten free, like crispy calamari and coconut prawns. Be sure to save some room for bananas foster bread pudding or campfire s'mores with a table side hibachi.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 557-7025 ext. 2
Website
http://www.moonrakerpacifica.com/
Payment Options
Contactless Payment
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Jason Yeafoli
Private party facilities
We have two banquet spaces, both with ocean views, that can hold parties of up to 150 and 100 guests. Within the restaurant, we also have a space for up to 20 guests for a smaller meeting or private dinner. Buyouts of the restaurant are also possible. Please email Stephanie@moonrakerpacifica.com or visit our website at www.moonrakerpacifica.com

Location
105 Rockaway Beach Avenue, Pacifica, CA 94044
Area
Pacifica
Cross Street
highway 1
Parking details
Private lot and Street
Entertainment
Live pianist every Friday & Saturday evening.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

Popular dishes

Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell
- eachUS$3.60
- 1/2 DozenUS$21.00
- DozenUS$42.00
Prawn Cocktail
cocktail sauce / horseradish
- HalfUS$12.95
- FullUS$19.95
Chilled Crab LegsUS$25.95
remoulade / cocktail sauce clarified butter
Ahi Tuna PokeUS$22.50
avocado / mango / marinated ahi tuna / sesame seeds / green onions crispy wontons

Starters

Crispy Green BeansUS$14.95
chipotle chili ancho aioli
Jumbo Stuffed DatesUS$17.95
herbed goat cheese / bacon wrapped / pear / aged balsamic glaze
Kobe Beef CarpaccioUS$17.95
horseradish / arugala / parmesan gaufrette potatoes / Hawaiian salt
Oyster Rockefeller (3)US$14.95
pernod spinach / panko crumbs parmesan
Crispy CalamariUS$16.95
lemon / caper aioli / cocktail sauce
Smoked SalmonUS$15.95
grilled rustic bread / mascarpone capers
Crostini & BurrataUS$14.95
tomato / basil / balsamic
Moonraker Crab CakesUS$23.95
arugala / fennel / petite frisee / fire roasted romesco sauce
Jumbo Coconut PrawnsUS$15.95
beer battered / petite frisee salad pineapple guava sauce

Soups & Side Salads

Nice Little House SaladUS$9.95
beach road organic lettuce cherry tomato / radish / carrot / balsamic vinaigrette
Spring Mushroom Soup
garlic roasted mushrooms / chives
- CupUS$7.00
- BowlUS$12.00
Classic Caesar SaladUS$12.95
creamy dressing / crostinis parmesan
- With ChickenUS$18.95
Arugala & Spiced PecanUS$13.95
apple / goat cheese / walnut vinaigrette
Clam Chowder
smoked bacon / yukon potato leeks cream / manila clams
- CupUS$9.00
- BowlUS$14.00

Chop House

Steak FritesUS$33.50
marinated grilled Angus hanger steak / duck fat truffle fries chimichurri sauce
New York SteakUS$48.95
grilled Harris Ranch hanger steak mashed potatoes / vegetables / onion strings / truffle butter

Fresh Catch & Dungeness Crab

Filet of Petrale SoleUS$32.95
porcini dusted / broccolini mashed potato oven dried tomato / lemon caper sauce
Moonraker Crab CakesUS$34.50
spring vegetables / mashed potato / fennel / petite / frisèe / fire roasted romesco sauce
Seared Sea ScallopsUS$42.50
brown butter parsnip puree parsley nage / spring asparagus, crispy potato
Dungeness Crab LegsUS$54.95
spring vegetables / anna potatoes / herb shallot butter / lemon
Salmon PinwheelUS$35.95
artichoke and basil stuffed spring vegetables, fire roasted romesco sauce
Dungeness Crab CioppinoUS$42.95
crab in the shell / prawns / rock cod / clams / mussels / tomato shellfish broth

Chef Specialties

Sweet Pea RavioliUS$28.95
buttered peas / spring asparagus basil / oven dried tomato / parmesan
Jumbo Coconut PrawnsUS$29.95
mashed potatoes / petite frisee salad / pineapple guava sauce
Slow Cooked Pot RoastUS$28.95
spring vegetables / hand cut bacon mashed potatoes / date red wine sauce
Lobster Mac & Cheese
cavatappi / fontina fondue / lobster tail / claw meat / panko crumbs
- HalfUS$24.00
- FullUS$38.00
Pappardelle BologneseUS$26.75
porcini & tomato braised pork / herb papardelle / parmesan / rosemary
Seafood PastaUS$36.95
prawns / sea scallops / clams calamari / rock cod / squid ink pasta / tomato broth
Spring Vegetable TagineUS$25.95
moraccan spices / chick peas / carrots / peas / cauliflower / fennel / almonds & olives
Chicken ParmesanUS$28.50
breaded chicken cutlet / san marzano tomato mozzarella / basil / bucatini pasta / broccolini
6 oz. Lobster TailsUS$55.95
twin tails / fall vegetables anna potato / drawn butter / fancy lemon

Surf & Turf

7 oz. New York & Lobster MacUS$59.95
fall vegetables / crispy onions / truffle butter
Kobe Beef & Sea ScallopsUS$49.50
thinly sliced American kobe beef / tapenade / sautéed spinach / pinot noir sauce
6 oz. Lobster Tail & 7 oz. New YorkUS$64.95
spring vegetables / anna potato crispy onions / drawn butter / fancy lemon

What 1,257 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

San Francisco Bay Area
Great for scenic views
Peninsula
Romantic
Peninsula
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Moonraker offers a "spectacular ocean view" and "delicious food" that consistently impresses diners. Known for its excellent customer service and vibrant atmosphere, this restaurant is ideal for both special occasions and casual dining. Guests frequently praise the "excellent service" and diverse menu options, making it a must-visit destination.

1,257 Reviews

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Patrick
VIP
San Francisco
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance. Can’t beat the view from the booths. Dinner was great and the service was exceptional.
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AJ
Raleigh
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The restaurant sits right on the ocean but also looks out through dirty windows to a concrete slab with streetlamps obscuring the view as well as an older seaside hotel with neon signs and a parking lot. The entire meal was rushed, 1 hour total. Orders came out of order without silverware in some instances. The food was only ok, not to the level of cost asked for. Our neighboring diners shared they were from the area and fully agreed with our assessment of the meal and experience. Apparently, it used to be much better. We ended up asking for a discount, which they did work with us on but obviously not aligned to what we would have expected for the cost. We do dine out at higher end restaurants, so this is not price based at all, its experience, service, and food based solely.
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John
VIP
Central Coast
68 reviews
5.0
68 reviews
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We visit here a few times a year. Always enjoy the nice relaxed atmosphere with a great ocean view and live piano playing most times.
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Mary Ann
VIP
San Francisco
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous and delicious! Great view and such good food and cocktails! The bacon wrapped figs were delish and the smores dessert was the best!!! Thank you.
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Robert
Indiana
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on 17 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We dine at Moonraker four or five times a year. The food and service is consistently good to very good. The menu is diverse and, having tried 5 or 6 different entrees, they are well-prepared and satisfying. Capuchino is often superb. The view of the ocean from most seats in the restaurant is outstanding and it is not uncommon to see waves crash over the sea wall in front of the restaurant (which is on the second floor). Moonraker does not routinely offer dinner specials; they focus on preparing the same entrees over and over, but doing it well. We are wine lovers and find the Moonraker wine list boring and unchanging. Fortunately, they allow corkage. We always bring our own wine and are glad we do.
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Christine
VIP
San Francisco
62 reviews
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on 17 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely dining area. Great service. We were celebrating our anniversary and the staff made it a very special evening… Thank you
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ThomasL
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Moonraker is a great go-to for a nice evening out. Probably our 6th or so time here. The view is fantastic and the food is both delicious and consistent. The chefs know how to cook a steak the way you want it! And if you are gluten free like I am, they have a gluten free calamari that is wonderfully good. Don't miss it. It was loud this particular visit, which was distracting. If you go later, you might avoid the big parties.
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Maria
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My boyfriend and I both said this was the best dining experience we've had this year. Service could not have been better and the food was delicious and served promptly. We had the coconut prawns as an appetizer and they were scrumptious. Beautiful coastal views! We will be back.
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Lavonne
Central Coast
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Scene is fantastic Music - piano was very nice Salad did not have the pecans like was stated on menu We were celebrating 2 birthdays and only 1 dish had Happy Birthday on it Person in our party wanted french fries and our waiter said if it's not on the menu you can't get it, although table next to us received french fries.
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Yurls
VIP
Chicago
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Spectacular ocean view, delicious food and excellent customer service. Always glad to be back!
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FAQs

Moonraker offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 557-7025 ext. 2.

Moonraker is rated 4.6 stars by 1257 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

4 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

105 Rockaway Beach Avenue, Pacifica, CA 94044

Additional information

Cross Street
highway 1
Area
Pacifica
Hours of Operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private lot and Street
Payment Options
Contactless Payment
Executive Chef
Jason Yeafoli
Entertainment
Live pianist every Friday & Saturday evening.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

Website
http://www.moonrakerpacifica.com/
Phone number
(650) 557-7025 ext. 2
Private party facilities
We have two banquet spaces, both with ocean views, that can hold parties of up to 150 and 100 guests. Within the restaurant, we also have a space for up to 20 guests for a smaller meeting or private dinner. Buyouts of the restaurant are also possible. Please email Stephanie@moonrakerpacifica.com or visit our website at www.moonrakerpacifica.com

Moonraker

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Seafood Pasta

Salmon Pinwheel

Smoked Salmon

Oyster Bar

Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell

Prawn Cocktail

Chilled Crab LegsUS$25.95

Ahi Tuna PokeUS$22.50

Starters

Crispy Green BeansUS$14.95

Jumbo Stuffed DatesUS$17.95

Kobe Beef CarpaccioUS$17.95

Oyster Rockefeller (3)US$14.95

Crispy CalamariUS$16.95

Smoked SalmonUS$15.95

Crostini & BurrataUS$14.95

Moonraker Crab CakesUS$23.95

Jumbo Coconut PrawnsUS$15.95

Soups & Side Salads

Nice Little House SaladUS$9.95

Spring Mushroom Soup

Classic Caesar SaladUS$12.95

Arugala & Spiced PecanUS$13.95

Clam Chowder

Chop House

Steak FritesUS$33.50

New York SteakUS$48.95

Fresh Catch & Dungeness Crab

Filet of Petrale SoleUS$32.95

Moonraker Crab CakesUS$34.50

Seared Sea ScallopsUS$42.50

Dungeness Crab LegsUS$54.95

Salmon PinwheelUS$35.95

Dungeness Crab CioppinoUS$42.95

Chef Specialties

Sweet Pea RavioliUS$28.95

Jumbo Coconut PrawnsUS$29.95

Slow Cooked Pot RoastUS$28.95

Lobster Mac & Cheese

Pappardelle BologneseUS$26.75

Seafood PastaUS$36.95

Spring Vegetable TagineUS$25.95

Chicken ParmesanUS$28.50

6 oz. Lobster TailsUS$55.95

Surf & Turf

7 oz. New York & Lobster MacUS$59.95

Kobe Beef & Sea ScallopsUS$49.50

6 oz. Lobster Tail & 7 oz. New YorkUS$64.95

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Moonraker offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Moonraker restaurant rated?

Is Moonraker currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information