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Moss Beach Distillery
Seafood Restaurant, New American Restaurant, and Steakhouse$$$$
Moss Beach
"outside on the patio with firepits and blankets"(10 Tips)
"Check in on foursquare for free drink"(7 Tips)"Historical spot with amazing views from the dog friendly patio."(28 Tips)
"Awesome outdoor seating area with beautiful views."(19 Tips)
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Meaghan HMay 8, 2017Historical spot with amazing views from the dog friendly patio. Food on the patio is fried and heavy, not sure about the inside which is a separate menu. Can't go wrong with the great drinks!
GusApril 21, 2018This place is a hidden gem! The views are spectacular and the food is “esquisita”! Mahi mahi is delicious!
Sandra CifoJune 10, 2019Manila clams in wine, butter, garlic and parsley sauce with garlic bread. So good you’ll dip away until there is none!
- Sandra CifoMarch 30, 2019The yellow fin tuna sandwich with ginger is delicious. Stuffed salmon, great lemonade. Service is still excellent!
themanwiththeluggageJanuary 17, 2018The place to be if you're in the area. Excellent seafood in a very cozy location.
Deborah GApril 11, 2015Sit on the back patio area... Fire pits, blankets and great views of the Pacific Ocean. The burgers are juicy and delicious! Get it cut in half, ithe 1/2 lb goodness on bun is a handful.
Rebecca ElliottSeptember 13, 2015There is a dog friendly patio with seating and fire pits. Separate kitchen services the patio with a limited menu. Excellent place on a warmer beach day
MarcAugust 6, 2016The Distillery Burger paired with garlic fries are a perfect match and easily shared by two. Total $17.50
Ryan TamaresFebruary 22, 2021Very friendly service during a takeaway pickup, with good adherence to social distancing & other safety protocols
- Sandra CifoApril 21, 2018Yellowfin tuna sandwich and they have GLUTEN FREE BREAD :O . Mahi mahi special. Service is great and the views so nice.
- Amanda MeyersAugust 7, 2014The seafood casserole was amazing, and we had a great time enjoying the back patio
Sushil YadavNovember 24, 2012Free drink of your choice if you unlock the drink special! Great tasty drinks! Great view with fire pits.
Albie MDecember 12, 2014Great place to eat. Ask for Jeanne, she's the best. Tell her the guy experiencing Xmas lights paranormal active sent you. Albert
Great Sunday brunch with all you can drink mimosas or champagne. Reasonable kid's brunch menu too. And killer views. Opens at 11 on Sundays for brunch.
Jen RNovember 8, 2013Come here on a foggy day and sit by the fire with a blanket. The best place to be with an incredible view!
Mason WongSeptember 4, 2011A la carte burger ($15) was surprisingly good, big portion (easily feeds two average appetites or one huge appetite), better meat flavor and value than Jack's Prime in San Mateo.- Alyssa BereznakAugust 11, 2014they very awesomely provide blankets for anyone who wants to drink outside and watch the sunset
Kate FreemanJuly 13, 2013Sit outside-- there are fire pits, blankets, benches and a great ocean view. Order drinks inside at the bar.
Gin Splash is a great way to start off with your first free drink with check-in. They don't hold back on the liquor. 
Awesome place to dine and watch the sunset. The staff is wonderful and the food is excellent!
Salvador AguilarFebruary 7, 2017The clam chowder is good, but must of the other food is ... not as good as the chowder. Is a good place to stay at the bar
Nick WadeMay 9, 2010Come prepared with beanies and scarves. Make no mistake, when the sun goes down the back patio gets cold. However, there's also 2 firepits & thick blankets provided and frankly it's killer for sunsets
Heidi VanceApril 3, 2012Crab louie salad and the crab quesadilla (get it with the handmade corn tortillas) - both amazing.
DexterMay 29, 2012The Crab & Avocado Quesadillas are expensive at $25, BUT THEY'RE AWESOME!!! And, the back patio is pet friendly.
Patrick KoenigAugust 18, 2013Get the dessert and see if the Blue Lady will haunt your pie. Haunted pie is delicious.
William LindnerDecember 6, 2014Perfect place to drink a hot drink and listen to the waves by the fire.
Chris Lacy-HulbertMay 14, 2013The burger does come with fries, so no need to get a side order of fries as well.- Mason WongSeptember 4, 2011Distillery Steamers was very tasty, albeit a bit pricey ($29). Great flavorful broth, meaty clams.
Lindsay EyinkAugust 14, 2014Blankets. Fire pits. Ocean view. 30 minutes from SF. Best place on earth.
Natalie LinSeptember 3, 2012skip the restaurant, head to the patio, and curl up with a blanket + beers to take in the sunset.
Grab a Mexican blanket on the patio and enjoy have an oyster shooter while enjoying the sunset
- Filet Mignon. Ask for syrah reduction sauce & pray they have it.
Peter WatsonJuly 20, 2011Most amazing spot to enjoy the sunset and a drink...If you're not at the fire pit, you're missing out!
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Speakeasy back in the day & now a place to impress. "Best Happy Hour" in the bar, sit down to a memorable meal with friends or finish with a romantic dinner.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- Noon–8:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–8:30 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
(650) 728-5595
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.3
"Fish n chips is my fave. Chowder is awesome too."
Vicki Moore - 8.1
"Steak was ace and their wine recommendation was spot on. Book off peak and get there early for a window seat."
Ralph du Plessis - 7.6
"Really the bays best chowder made from scratch daily with huge chunks of clam in every bite"
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- 9.2
"This is a wonderful day trip from San Francisco. Make sure to find out when it's low tide as that's when all the sea life is available."
Mark Heyert - 8.7
"Get anything fried. Especially the fish and chips, or the shrimp and chips. Their beer batter is the best!"
Andrew Zaenglein - 8.5
"Nice outdoor seating facing the water. Much more than just chowder and lobster rolls. Good place for kids too."
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