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American, Seafood
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Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

The fish and shrimp were very greasy . The clam chowder was ok . My husband did not like it The coleslaw was good We will not return

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed October 31, 2023 via mobile

In my opinion it’s Terrible food. Clam chowder was the worst ever and the fish and shrimp was unbelievably greasy. I will not ever go back!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed October 16, 2023

Business never stops at this little place on the harbour. The staff are friendly and helpful and they have a slick operation going. The fish comes coated and delicious and the fries are perfect, especially sitting by the harbour wall looking out over the marina....We had lunch one day and dinner another, it was so good. EnjoyMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed August 10, 2023

This place is very near the the beach in Oceanside. And you get what you pay for. Fish and chips quickly prepared and served without any frills. We recommend the fish tacos, but be aware that these are very large. The clam strips and fries...are probably a good option for kids. You order and pay at the counter. Thereafter, your number is called and you collect your food at the counter. Nothing extraordinary, but everything was edible and reasonably tasty.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed May 22, 2023

This is my favorite place to eat in Southern California. Love the Fish and Chips. The Fish Taco is excellent but the fried Zucchini is the best anywhere!.. I was a little disappointed in the clam chowder this time.. I think they have stopped making...it homemade. It was on the runny side and didn't quite have the flavor and the substance that I rememberedMore

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed February 2, 2023

Ate here because of the proximity to our hotel and the brochure (excellent resource!). Was dark, chilly and just wanted a quick, simple meal so headed here. Very large portions of fish. The tacos were huge. Chowder very nice and creamy. The service was quick...although it wasn’t busy at that time of day. Can see that this would be a popular place during nice weather in the daytime. We ate outside on the heated patio but be sure to sit fairly close to the heaters. The person who took our order mentioned that it was actually warmer out there than inside. You order at the window and they call your order for pickup.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed September 4, 2022 via mobile

The best fried cod fish sandwich I've ever eaten!! Ample servings and great friendly service. We enjoyed sitting outside with a wonderful view of Oceanside Harbor. We will definitely come back!!

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed July 20, 2022

Best fish & chips ever! Really fresh and delicious. We stopped off after our dolphin watching cruise at the recommendation of another tourist. Glad we listened! Also, the Staff is super friendly.

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed June 8, 2022

Harbor Fish and Chips is a great place to eat. You order at the counter and when it's ready, you can eat outside at the picnic tables and enjoy the marina. The food is freshly made and delicious. It's also very reasonably priced.

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed May 20, 2022

The service is excellent and the fish is fresh and tasty. One can eat inside, on an enclosed patio, or outside at water's edge (seagulls and other avian friends sometimes join you there). Wine and beer are available. The clam chowder shows up the fancy...places easily. One of the nicest spots in Oceanside.More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed March 9, 2022

The food here was Phenomenal we loved the shrimp and fish combo then went on a dolphin and whale watching adventure

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed January 30, 2022

A thin piece of fish with greasy batter twice as thick as the fish. Ordered the Sampler. Got 2 pieces of fish instead of one; maybe that’s why we got two, because the fish pieces were so small. The shrimp was cooked perfectly, but it...also had too much greasy batter. The French fries weren’t all that good. But the chowder was all right. Will try all the other places before going back hereMore

Date of visit: January 2022
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Reviewed January 9, 2022

We ordered take out. The fish and fries were in one box, nice and hot. The chowder was in a container with a lid that did not seal, just sat on top. We thought we kept it level but it spilled all over, made a...huge mess. The bit that was left in the bowl was not very thick, and not much clam. I would get the fish again, but not the chowder. Their tarter sauce is very good and creamy. Friendly counter service. Indoor and outdoor seating with nice harbor view. Coke products.More

Date of visit: January 2022
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Reviewed September 1, 2021

Their batter is thick & crunchy. And the fish was cooked to perfection! A great experience just chilling in the harbor while having fish & chips, & an ice cold beer.

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed August 7, 2021

I stopped here for lunch to sit outside and view Oceanside and the boats and the view was great. I ordered the grilled fish special, and the sea bass was poor quality, the lettuce in the salad unappealing and the coleslaw average. I felt it...was also overpriced for the quality of fish I got. I ate it because I was so hungry and I was on my way to San Diego.More

Date of visit: August 2021
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Harbor Fish and Chips is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4