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Ketch Joanne Restaurant & Harbor Bar

Ketch Joanne Restaurant & Harbor Bar

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4.3 Google Review
17 Johnson Pier, Half Moon Bay, California, 94019, United States
(650) 728-3747
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May 16, 2018
For being right next to the ocean you would think the food would be fresher, but it's not. On top of that, they give you soda from the can (I had a diet, which was expired) and the waitress checked on us twice, so I don't think she wanted us to order anything else (like an alcoholic beverage to wash down the salty seafood). I think I would have paid the extra $30 to go to the two-story restaurant around the corner, it looked like a better atmosphere as well as a better menu. (It had much better views of the ocean) Overall, for 2 adults and 1 child we paid $70, including tip. So save yourself from this place; if you can afford this place go to the other one around the way.

Mar 11, 2018
Came here on 3/10/18 At about 1pm during a huge lunch rush. The food is delicious, the service is great and quick. The restaurant was very busy but our waitress was attentive and our food came very fast considering how busy they were. I thought it was really strange that this "bar" doesn't have any beers on tap, it is all bottled, and they also have guiness labeled as a lager. It is a dry stout. The table we were sitting at had a small roach that was crawling around on the wall the entire time we were sitting there. It was really concerning and a huge turnoff. Despite this, overall the rest of the restaurant seemed clean, so I would be willing to give it another chance.

Jan 22, 2018
Awesome service, always worth the wait for a table (usually shorter than they tell you). I have been coming here since the early 70's and have never been even mildly disappointed. Consistently fantastic service and the best seafood dishes on the west coast. No matter what you order you will not be disappointed! Most likely you will take home a box or doggy bag as the portions are ample.

Feb 8, 2018
Always good food and service. Glad they changed the style of bread brought to the table. One of the few times when "crusty" is better. Had some great seafood specials, be sure to check the board as you enter. Fish and chips always a fantastic "hurry up, your ordering next". Nice to walk the harbor after a meal here.

Mar 29, 2018
Loved this place for 20 years! Great service, eclectic mix of locals at the bar. Only got 4 stars because hash browns were cold, but just a minor issue. Crab sandwich alone is worth drive from city.

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