Fish tacos don't get any better than at this little gem. The fish is lovingly battered, stays crispy and is HUGE - make sure you're hungry when you order this, comes with seasoned fries and get a beer too, you'll be back for more every time you go by! I come from the Desert to eat here as often as... more

Living in Carlsbad, whenever I want fish and chips, my first thought is the "Harbor Fish Cafe". It has spoiled me from all other fish and chips and I found them to be the BEST in the city, county and maybe the state! The restaurant is not fancy, but the view is worth a million and somteimes the sea life... more

It has a cute outdoor eating area that overlooks the ocean which was the best part. The menu does not have a very large selection. I was really expecting them to have a large selection of fresh fish entress, in which they did not. I had the fish and chips and it really was not anything special. The service was... more

Our family (from Texas & Oregon) eagerly anticipate a return visit to Harbor Fish Cafe every time we are in the area. Whether visiting Legoland or elsewhere, we look forward to ending our day there. No frills, picnic tables, etc., however, that is part of the charm & seems to make the food even better somehow! Excellent clam chowder, beautiful... more

Went to this place for the first time when I was about nine years old. I loved it then, and I love it now at age 21. Don't look at this place and expect a Five-Star Restaurant experience; it's open-aired and right on the beach. Yes, they serve you with paper plates and plastic utensils, and your napkins are a... more

Based on the previous reviews of this restaurant, we decided to give it a try tonight. What a disappointment! The cafe is right on the beach in Carlsbad with a beautiful view of the ocean and setting sun. But the furniture consists of rough benches and plastic covered wood slabs used as tables. Rolls of paper towel, to be used... more

Great place for families with young kids or anyone really. Casual dining on the covered deck. Most of the foods are fried and served with french fries. Have a casual dinner while watching the surfers and people on the beach. Everyone here is laid back. more

We found this place through TripAdvisor, and were glad we did. Location was great ... right at the beach, where we watched the surfers after having supper. We sat outside in the covered deck area, and enjoyed some yummy fish and chips. This is a very casual restaurant, and quite relaxing. Well worth a visit when you're in the area,... more

Went to Carlsbad for Memorial Day week-end. Was told you had to try Harbor Fish Cafe. Oh well......... I had better fish at Long John Silvers chain of restaurants. The view (ocean) was of coarse the best. Lighten up all that batter so I can taste the fish. After all, thats why I was told to try Harbor Fish (?)... more