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Fishwife - Pacific Grove, Pacific Grove, CA

Fishwife - Pacific Grove

4.3
4.3
889 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • 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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Dining areas

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
    (831) 375-7107
  • Website
    http://fishwife.com/
  • 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.
  • Location
    1996 1/2 Sunset Dr, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-3719
  • 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
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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What 889 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fishwife in Pacific Grove is a beloved dining spot praised for its "superb" lobster ravioli, "excellent" Sole Piccata, and expertly prepared seafood. Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive" service, especially from standout staff like Gabriel and Jose. The restaurant's cozy ambiance and extensive wine list enhance the dining experience, making it a favorite for locals and visitors alike.

889 Reviews

  1. Clare

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My three sisters and I had a great time. Our server was a delight and shared that we are of families of 11 children . My visits over the last 30 plus years have been grand. Thank you

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  2. Teresa

    VIP

    San Francisco

    88 reviews

    3.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Crab cakes were mushy and mostly filler, not great the coconut shrimp needed more coconut. The pesto pasta was over creamy and not a lot of flavor. The cocktail ordered was $17 and the same one was $16 If ordered after dinner ? Too bad. Used to be a great place

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  3. rob

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group of 5 was mde to feel special and we enjoyed the food on a very stormy night.

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  4. Brian

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    No complaints about the food, which was very good. The service was outstanding!This is a small restaurant, so tables are close together. Out of the way location and streets were very dark and some narrow as well. Recommend taking a ride share service.

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  5. tom

    VIP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We like to eat there when we are in Monterey. It is an excellent place to eat in terms of the food and service.

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  6. Dave

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly greeting upon arrival. Our waitress was knowledgeable about the beer & wine options. Allowed us time to enjoy. Again very knowledgeable about the menu and specials. The lobster ravioli as a special was amazing; and the Sole Piccata excellent. Overall, great options on the menu. It’s on our list every time we visit Monterey!!

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  7. Dottie

    VIP

    New York City

    70 reviews

    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on 28 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fresh, flavorful, great variety in the menu, service was outstanding. Will be back for sure!

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  8. Jeff

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Been coming to Fishwife almost every year for 20 years. It;s always very good. Dependable, good food and service. Just not over the top special

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  9. DAVID

    Sacramento

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I've always enjoyed the Fishwife's take on barramundi and calamari, and the pairing with black beans, rice and a bit of salsa makes them even better! My wife ordered pasta primavera and added grilled prawns and was very happy with her dish. Wine list (by the glass) features several local wineries (Hahn, Bernardus, Schied). Service was professional, friendly and attentive!

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  10. Teri

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Four of us went on a Saturday night---I highly recommend reservations---and the place was packed! Happily, we were seated almost immediately. Our waiter, Jose, was cheerful and fun but also very professional. Each of us loved our food! The wine list was terrific and had something for everyone. Our water glasses were refilled as needed. There was a friendly vibe there, very homey. We felt the prices were very fair, considering the quality of the food. We hadn't been to Fish Wife for a while, but we'll be going back right away!

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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 889 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
19:00
Booked 29 times today

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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
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://fishwife.com/
  • Phone number
    (831) 375-7107
  • Catering
    We are accepting catering orders at this time.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for your future private events.
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