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WATER GRILL

(5.0 Score)
3300 Bristol Street,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Directions

Since 1989

Specialities:

✓Clam Chowder ✓Lobster Bisque ✓Atlantic Cod Fish Tacos,Crisp Calamari ✓Farmed Whale's Cove Mussels Garbanzo ✓Pan Roasted Halibut Cheeks ✓Jumbo Lump Crab Cake ✓Oysters Rockefeller ✓Wild Pacific Bigeye Tuna Poke,Farmed Manila Clams with Chorizo,Wild Spanish Octopus,Roasted Halibut Tail ✓Mixed Organic Greens ✓Caesar Salad ✓Wedge Salad ✓Roasted Beets ✓Wild Icelandic Cod Fish and Chips ✓Shrimp Scampi ✓Wild Mexican Swordfish,Wild Mexican White Sea Bass ✓Cioppino ✓Wild Pacific Bigeye Tuna ✓Wild Eastern Sea Scallops ✓Wild Alaskan Halibut ✓French Fries ✓Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes,Cheese

" Water Grill is a sophisticated seafood restaurant with raw bar options. They offer a variety of table setups, including King Table, traditional, and classroom-style arrangements, as well as private event options for various occasions. The restaurant room is equipped with comprehensive audiovisual capabilities and a TV. The restaurant provides clam chowder, lobster bisque, Atlantic cod fish tacos, crispy calamari, farmed mussels from Whale's Cove with garbanzo, pan-roasted halibut cheeks, and also offers a variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters, and shellfish. The Water Grill team is dedicated to assisting you in discovering the ideal space for your specific event requirements. They offer table reservations on their website.

2026 Highlights: Water Grill combines a refined seafood dining experience with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and a variety of preparations. "

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Menu:

SUSHI:
Honeymoon Oyster $15.50
Garden Roll $20.00
Smoked Hamachi Nachos $23.00
King Salmon Roll $25.00
Trojan Roll $26.00
Bluefin Toro Tartare $29.50
Spicy Lobster Roll $35.00
ICED SHELLFISH PLATTERS:
The Grand (Serves 1-2) $65.00
The Deluxe (Serves 3-4) $120.00
The King (Serves 5-7) $225.00
Salads & Sandwiches:
Mixed Organic Greens $15.00
Caesar Salad $15.50
Wedge Salad $17.50
Heirloom Tomato Salad $18.00
Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger $26.50
Roasted Chicken & Baby Kale Salad $34.00
Wild Jumbo Shrimp Louie Salad $36.00
New England Lobster Roll $42.00
ENTREES:
Wild Icelandic Cod Fish & Chips $38
Shrimp Scampi $43
Charcoal Grilled "Mary'S" Organic Chicken $42
Cioppino $47
Wild Mexican Swordfish $46
Wild Pacific Bigeye Tuna $48
Wild Alaskan Black Cod (Sablefish) $49

Contact:

(949) 208-7060

Mon-Thu & Sun: 11am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm

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CATALINA FISH KITCHEN

(5.0 Score)
670 West 17th Street,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Directions

Since 1996

Specialities:

✓Breakfast Burrito,Sunshine Taco Plate ✓Ala Carte Breakfast Tacos ✓Salmon Grilled Plate,Wild Mahi Mahi Grilled Plate ✓Tri Tip Steak ✓Chicken Breast Grilled Plate ✓Big Tiger Shrimp Grilled Plate ✓Angus Steak Grilled Plate ✓Tilapia Grilled Plate ✓Catalina’s Crab Cakes ✓Small Field Greens Salad With Crispy Noodles,Tropical Fruit Coleslaw ✓Famous Shark Bite Salsa Sauce,Jasmine Rice

" Catalina Fish Kitchen offers a variety of fish tacos, plus grilled options and veggie bowls. The restaurant provides a range of nutritious options for a delightful culinary experience, including seafood, fish, natural Angus beef, chicken breast, and delicious vegetable dishes, as well as fresh and healthy food offerings in a relaxed beach casual setting. Catalina Fish Kitchen offers seafood at an affordable price. They provide a quality experience your family and friends have been seeking. Their customers can choose from dine-in, curbside pickup, and delivery options. The restaurant provides a unique and lovely atmosphere. They also offer a takeout option for their customers.

2026 Highlights: Catalina Fish Kitchen provides dine-in, takeout and pickup catering platters, making its menu suitable for meals at home, work, or on the go. "

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Menu:

ISLAND SALADS:
Chicken Breast With Mango Bbq Sauce $14
Swordfish & Avocado $18
Salmon Filet With Mango Bbq Sauce $18
Ahi Poke & Avocado $17
Blackened Mahi Mahi & Tiger Shrimp $19
SURFCREW SANDWICHES:
Grilled Chicken Breast, Mbbq Sauce $14
Ono Filet, Mango Bbq Sauce $16
Blackened Mahi Mahi $17
Seared Ahi Tuna Filet $17
Swordfish Blt On Roll $18
Cfk'S Fish & Chips:
White Fish Filets (3pc) $14
Panko Shrimp (9pc), Original Or Coconut $16
Captain'S Big Combo Platter $19
KONA BOWL:
Potato Vegie $13
Chicken Breast $13
Sirloin Steak $15
Bay Scallops $15
Mahi Mahi $16
Seared Ahi Tuna $17
Tiger Shrimp $18
Salmon $18
"King Kona" (Shrimp, Scallops, Steak) $18

Contact:

(949) 645-8873

Mon-Sat: 11am - 8pm
Sun: Closed

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HOOK & ANCHOR COSTA MESA

(4.9 Score)
1773 Newport Boulevard,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Directions

Since 2018

Specialities:

✓Calamari Fries ✓Ceviche ✓Soups and Salads ✓Chefs Caprese ✓House Salad ✓Lobster Bisque ✓Lobster Tail Hook Plate ✓Local Halibut Hook Plate ✓Salmon Hook Plate ✓Scallops Hook Plate ✓Crusty Crab ✓Soft Shell Crab Po Boy ✓Seafood Towers and Raw Ba ✓Lobster Cocktail Shrimp Cocktail ✓Oyster Rockefeller ✓Seafood Risotto ✓Salmon Plate ✓Fish and Chips ✓Cheeseburger ✓Cheese Quesadilla

" Hook & Anchor Costa Mesa offers creative lobster dishes, fish tacos, po' boys, and other seafood in casual digs with limited seats. Their famous lobster roll, lobster carbonara, cioppino, and oyster bar feature a rotating selection of incredibly fresh, premium oysters from all over the world. The restaurant provides quality seafood and exceptional service in a setting perfect for any occasion. They offer seafood towers, lobster cocktails, shrimp cocktail, oysters Rockefeller, and more, along with a special kids' menu. They provide caring service for corporate gatherings, weddings, or private parties, and they serve the finest seafood. Hook & Anchor Costa Mesa also offers table reservations on their website.

2026 Highlights: Hook & Anchor Costa Mesa focuses on quality seafood and attentive service, creating a welcoming setting for casual meals, special occasions and group gatherings. "

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License #202464610078

Menu:

Fresh Fish & Steak Plates:
Red Snapper Plate $29.90
Salmon Plate $35.65
Scallops Plate $42.25
Lobster Tail Plate $43.70
Alaskan Halibut Plate $43.70
Filet Mignon 7oz $63.25
New York $81.65
Lobster Tail Surf & Turf $97.75
Soup & Salad:
Clam Chowder $10.35
Baby Gem Salad $21.85
Chef'S Caprese $21.85
Crab Cake Salad $25.30
Newport'S Finest Salad $31.05
Cioppino $44.85
ENTREES:
Taco $8.05
Lobster Taco $12.65
Summer'S Chicken Sandwich $20.70
Po'Boy Sandwich $21.85
Fish N Chips $23.00
H&A Burger $23.00
Crusty Crab Sandwich $25.30
Fish Sandwich $26.45
Shrimp Alfredo $35.65
Appetizers & Bar Bites:
Calamari Fries $21.85
Ceviche $23.00
Crab Cakes $23.50
Tuna Poke Stack $24.15
Lobster Fries $26.45
Lobster Mac & Cheese $27.60

Contact:

(949) 423-7169

Mon-Wed: 3pm - 10pm
Thu: 11:30am - 3pm|4pm - 10pm
Fri: 11:30am - 3pm|4pm - 11pm
Sat: 11am - 3pm|4pm - 11pm
Sun: 11am - 3pm|4pm - 10pm

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WATER GRILL REVIEWS

This location and the one in downtown both are amazing The food is consistently cooked well and and of high-quality Service is also consistently good My server refilled my Diet Coke without me asking for it explicitly I appreciate that so much.

Loved it so much! We came to celebrate our anniversary and it was amazing! The service was great our waiter Mark was the best! And they gave us a cookie after our food free of charge. Will definitely come again in the future.

A wonderful experience! Delicious seafood entrees, great selection of raw oysters, and an extensive wine list. We throughly enjoyed our dining experience. I will think up a reason to go back.

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CATALINA FISH KITCHEN REVIEWS

My first time here! I was greeted warmly and all my questions were answered! I ordered the seafood combo and it was not only delicious but it was a very generous portion of shrimp, fish and calamari mixed with veggies and was served on top of rice. The lady who brought my food was very courteous, said my name is Angelica and came back and checked 2 times to make sure . I will definitely eat here again soon.

Great food. Salmon salad, fish n chips my favorite. Fast service, clean place, fun atmosphere. The salsa bar...yummy.

Solid A. Food was great, service exceptional and an overall great value. Highly recommend the Mahi Mahi tacos.

HOOK & ANCHOR COSTA MESA REVIEWS

Small family run business, but owner and staff are very friendly. Seafood is fresh and wild caught and prices are very reasonable for the quality of the food. The dishes come hot and freshly prepared from the kitchen to your table. The seafood were all expertly prepared and cooked perfectly. I love the nice crisp on the salmon and snapper and their fresh grilled vegetables. The owner gave our birthday girl a complimentary bread pudding dessert.

This place is great! Been driving past and wanting to go for some time now and so glad we went in :) The staff was awesome. The place is really cool looking. And the food was amazing Seafood risotto...... add the lobster And the burger. Amazing Highly recommend and I know I for one will definitely be back.

Great customer service and fresh seafood. You’ll enjoy this up.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

WATER GRILL Total Inspection Points: 120/120
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 23.0K: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CATALINA FISH KITCHEN Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Business Hours: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 1.1K: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

HOOK & ANCHOR COSTA MESA Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Social Media: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 4.1K: 10
Extensive Menu: 10