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LOCAL TAP HOUSE & KITCHEN

(5.0 Score)
308 South Coast Highway,
Oceanside, CA 92054 Directions

Since 2014

Specialities:

✓Honey Hot Shrimp and Bacon Tacos ✓Truffle Butter Pretzel ✓Street Corn Chicken Empanada ✓Shrimp and Chorizo Egg Rolls ✓WTF Slow Cooked Short Rib Fries ✓Black and Blue Brussels Sprouts ✓Thai Fry Calamari and Shishito Peppers ✓Mushroom Lettuce Cups ✓Cold Sake for Two ✓Sushi and Sake Special ✓Tuna Tataki ✓Ahi Tuna and Salmon Stack ✓Salmon Sashimi ✓Fireman Roll ✓O’side Roll ✓Salmon All The Time ✓Mexican Breakfast ✓Breakfast Burrito

" Local Tap House & Kitchen serves a mix of global dishes, craft beers, and cocktails in a cozy, rustic-style setting with outdoor seating. The restaurant has a warm, open atmosphere that’s great for both dates and family meals. Chef Daniel Pundik creates a special and always-changing menu using top-quality ingredients. Over the past 7 years, LTH has grown and changed to keep up with Oceanside’s exciting and growing food scene. With seasonal menus, creative cocktails, and rotating beer taps, they have found the perfect balance between local style and great-tasting food. The food reflects Oceanside’s easygoing, local vibe and has something for everyone including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices. Some favorite dishes include Chicken Pot Pie, Kung Fu Hot Chicken, Pecan-Crusted Scottish Salmon, Wild-Caught Scallops, and Beef Stroganoff. They offer dine-in, takeout, and delivery, and gift cards are also available. This is a kid-friendly place where everyone can find something to enjoy.

2026 Highlights: Local Tap House & Kitchen offers Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options "

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License #201325910059

Menu:

SHARED PLATES:
Honey Hot Shrimp & Agave Bacon Tacos $23.00
Black & Blue Brussels Sprouts $20.00
Seasonal Hummus $23.00
Herbed Kennebec Fries $8.00
Sd Naan Bread $8.00
Truffle Butter Pretzel $18.00
Wtf Short Rib Fries $17.00
Birria Beef Empanada $21.00
Small House Salad $7.00
Cauli Cauli Bang Bang $17.00
SALADS:
Baby Wedge $17.00
Caesar Salad $14.00
Sesame Ginger Crunch Salad $18.00
Jess Beet It Salad $18.00
Nina Fresa Strawberry Salad $17.00
HANDHELDS:
6040 Fritta Burger $20.00
Blue Collar Burger Cab $19.00
Wife'S Favorite Quinoa Burger $18.00
Short Rib French Dip $20.00
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap $19.00
Dirty Bird $19.00
Adult Chicken Fingers $14.00
Half Pound Pastrami Burger $22.00
Avo Toast Sandwich $19.00
Turkey Melt $20.00

Discount:

$2 Off on All Draft Beers During happy hour

Contact:

(760) 547-1469 (760) 420-2098

Mon-Sun: 8:30am - 10pm

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FLYING PIG PUB & KITCHEN

(4.9 Score)
509 Mission Avenue,
Oceanside, CA 92054 Directions

Since 2011

Specialities:

✓Deviled Eggs ✓Fried Pickles ✓Fried Blackened Wild Gulf Shrimp ✓Brussels Sprouts ✓Goat Cheese ✓Mac N Cheese ✓Baked Bolognese ✓Pork Belly ✓Blackened Fish Sando ✓Fried Shrimp Po’ Boy ✓Grilled Chicken Sando ✓Brandt Prime Tri-tip Sando ✓Smash Burger ✓Pig Burger ✓Steak and Eggs ✓Blackened Fish Bowl ✓Pork Verde Bowl ✓P.E.I. Mussel Jambalaya ✓Fried Chicken Sando ✓HH Caesar Salad ✓HH Deviled Eggs

“ Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen is known for its handmade pasta, creative American dishes, and great wine and craft beer. Their motto is all about bringing fresh, high-quality food to your table. They have been serving both locals and visitors for nearly 14 years. They offer a unique selection of wines, local craft beers, and a strong list of whiskeys and tequilas to pair with their food. Their meats and seafood come from trusted sources like Compart Duroc pork, Salmon Creek pork, Certified Angus Beef, local fish, and sustainable seafood. Whether you are planning a casual hangout, a work event, or a special family gathering, their friendly and skilled team will handle the details so you can relax and enjoy. There is plenty of space to sit inside, at the bar, or outside on the patio. You can also order your favorite dishes from your home. They also serve happy hour food and great cocktails. Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen offers free parking to their customers. ”

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License #3340706

Menu:

LUNCH SHARES:
Deviled Eggs $13.00
Goat Cheese $16.50
Fry Basket $18.50
Mac & Cheese $18.00
Crispy Brussels & Cauliflower $18.50
Watermelon Salad $18.00
Southern Cobb $20.00
Crispy Shrimp $18.00
Truffle Fries $12.00
LUNCH:
Fried Chicken Sando $19.00
Buffalo Fried Chicken Sando $19.00
Pesto Chicken Sando $20.00
Pulled Pork Sando $20.00
Tri-Tip Sando $25.50
Fish Sando $22.00
Pig Burger $23.00
Brandt Backyard Burger $19.00
Bolognese $27.00
Mussels & Linguini $25.00
Fish N' Chips $23.00
Fish Bowl $23.00
Smoked Pork & Rice Bowl $22.00
Pesto Chicken Caesar Wrap $20.00
DINNER SHARES:
Deviled Eggs $13.00
Fry Basket $18.50
Mac & Cheese $18.00
Goat Cheese $16.50
Truffle Fries $12.88
Crispy Brussels & Cauliflower $18.50
Bruschetta $13.50

Contact:

(760) 453-2940

Mon-Thu & Sun: 11:30am - 11pm
Fri & Sat: 11:30am - 12am

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STRATFORD AT THE HARBOR

(4.8 Score)
280 Harbor Drive,
Oceanside, CA 92054 Directions

Since 2014

Specialities:

✓Classic Breakfast ✓Boardwalk Breakfast Sandwich ✓Stratford Scramble ✓Fresh Veggie Scramble ✓Cuban Omelette ✓Vegetarian Omelette ✓Denver ✓Ham & Cheese Omelette ✓Chilaquiles Jalisco ✓Harbor Benedict ✓Harbor Burrito ✓French Toast ✓Sunrise Acai Bowl ✓Fresh Fruit ✓Oatmeal ✓Smoothies ✓Green Goddess Toast

“ 2026 Highlights: Stratford at the Harbor is a waterfront dining destination located at the beautiful Oceanside Harbor in Oceanside, California. The restaurant offers a welcoming setting where guests can enjoy harbor views, flavorful food, and local hospitality. Their menu features a variety of breakfast, brunch, lunch, seafood, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and refreshing drinks, with options including omelettes, Benedicts, French toast, pancakes, fish tacos, lobster rolls, and more. Stratford at the Harbor also offers takeout and catering for birthdays, holiday parties, corporate events, wedding festivities, and other occasions. ”

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Menu:

BREAKFAST:
Classic Breakfast $13.00
Boardwalk Breakfast Sandwich $12.50
Latte $6.00
Stratford Scramble $18.00
Fresh Veggie Scramble $18.00
Harbor Lobster Scramble $21.50
Myo Scramble $16.00
Cuban Omelette $18.50
Vegetarian Omelette $18.00
ABC Omelette $18.00
Denver $17.50
Ham & Cheese Omelette $17.50
Myo Omelette $17.00
LUNCH:
Ale Battered Cod & Chips $18.50
So Cal Fish Tacos $18.50
Backyard Burger $18.50
Grilled Cheese Sandwich $13.50
Quesadila $14.50
Cheeseburger $15.50
Nashville Hot Chicken $17.50
Turf Club $18.00
Lobster Roll $24.00
Veggie Pesto Sandwich $17.50
BLT $16.50
Grilled Salmon Salad $19.00
Endless Summer Salad $18.00
Cup Clam Chowder $7.00
Bowl Clam Chowder $11.00
Side 13 Avocado $3.50
Sliced Tomato $3.00
French Fries $5.00
Side Salad $8.00
Potato Chips $6.00
Side Bacon $6.50

Contact:

(760) 453-2073

Mon-Fri: 7:30am - 3pm
Sat & Sun: 7am - 4pm

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LOCAL TAP HOUSE & KITCHEN REVIEWS

Came in on a Thursday night at 8pm. Had to wait a few minutes before anyone acknowledged we were standing there. Finally got seated and we knew what we wanted right away. Food came out and was delicious. Server had a lot of tables and unfortunately took a while getting to our table for water refills, boxes and to process the check. We normally don’t have any issues with service. Just think it was an off night. We ordered the Thai Calamari and Shishito Peppers and the Honey Badger Sushi Roll. Super tasty.

Truly fantastic Korean Beef Short Rib Grilled Cheese and Short Rib French Dip sandwiches! They offer an amazing array of creative, delicious dishes made with high quality ingredients. The Caesar Salad is superb and not just an afterthought like many places. Compliments to the chef! The service is very good, and there is an excellent range of beer types on tap.

Great food and drinks! We had the daily deviled eggs and they were super creative and delicious. The cold fashioned was an awesome cocktail. I also had the short rib dip which I highly recommend.

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FLYING PIG PUB & KITCHEN REVIEWS

Wow, wow! We hosted a Rehearsal Dinner and it was FABULOUS! We worked with Michaela on the menu, went a couple of times to try various menu items and came up with our special dishes for the dinner. Michaela was amazing every step of the way, including making our custom printed menu — our server the night of was Joe —and he was awesome! Attentive, friendly, efficient and a great guy! Our group was 22 people and they made us all feel so welcome. Kudos to the chefs for amazing dishes…pork chop, shrimp and grits, fried chicken and spare rib. The appetizers were incredible as well…..and the banana crème stuffed beignets were to die for. We will definitely be back…thank you Michaela, Joe and team for your service and making the Rehearsal Dinner so memorable!.

In the area exploring Oceanside and was pulled in by the name of this place! The food was excellent. Can wholeheartedly recommend the PEI Mussels Jambalaya and Tri-Tip sandwich. The lovely lady serving us knows the menu very well and her pep was certainly appreciated. Great service!.

Absolutely legendary tri-tip sandwich served here. A bit steep on the price, with it pushing $100 for burrata, tri-tip sandwich, and pork chop meal with no drinks, but the quality really comes through in the food. Highly recommend this joint if ever in Oceanside.

STRATFORD AT THE HARBOR REVIEWS

Got set up by my company at a hotel within walking distance and got myself up early everyday to get here before the rush and just enjoy the peace and quiet. Food was amazing! Stayed 9 days and had the chilaquiles, breakfast burrito, berry's crepe, hot cocoa, lemon pancakes, lobster Benedict... I did not have a bad dish the entire time. The Berry`S Crepe i think is my favorite but the chiliquiles were awesome. And I left with extra food every morning.

This place has amazing food and GREAT coffee and matcha. The ambience is super cute with a really pretty view. The servers were also extremely nice; one in particular chatted with my girlfriend and I while making our drinks (which ended up being some of the best we’ve ever had). Will definitely be visiting again next time we’re back in Oceanside!.

Great place to stop by for breakfast at the Marina. The food was great! Order at the counter and they'll bring it to your table. Getting a table can be a bit of a hassle, it's seat yourself and it's always busy!.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LOCAL TAP HOUSE & KITCHEN Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Social Media: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 8.2K: 10
Video: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

FLYING PIG PUB & KITCHEN Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Contact Info: 9
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 6.3K: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

STRATFORD AT THE HARBOR Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 8
Contact Info: 9
Social Media: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Page Maintenance: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 4.5K: 10
Video: 10