Best Clam Chowder in Costa Mesa

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Santa Monica Seafood
Santa Monica Seafood
90/100 (1493 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
American
Seafood
American
Soups
Soups
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Tuna
Bass
Shellfish
Shrimp
Ceviche
Calamares
Cakes
Fish
Salmon
Lobster
Crab Cake
Salad
Chowder
Clam Chowder
Fish & Chips
Tuna Melt
Lobster Roll
Tapas
Crab
Fish Taco
Scallops
Fish & chips
Tacos
Clams
Halibut
Oyster
Calamari
Sandwiches
Mussels
Cioppino
Sit down
American
Soups
Seafood
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Accepts Discover
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Santa Monica seafood is a trusted seafood place where you can buy fresh fish to make at home. I enjoy their fresh tuna for poke bowls. Also, you can..."
Jenifer Bond
"Terrific place for amazing seafood. Both the market and restaurant have a myriad of fresh options. Sit at the bar and enjoy some oysters and a..."
Howard Karjala
"My first time in here last night. Fish and chips were so good. Very fresh fish and seafood bar. Service was excellent. Highly..."
918Kiwi
"Go for happy hour, which is 7 days a week! Chowder fries are dank. Deep fried cod fish taco was bomb. Desserts were excellent. Service on point...."
D Noe
"First time visiting. Very nice area. Friendly staff. Congor was amazing!! Thank you for being so patient. You single handedly made our experience a 5..."
Pelumi Olaleye
"Love this place! Been coming here for years. The highest quality seafood you can buy. They supply many of the restaurants you eat at as well. I..."
Michael Sandler
"Halibut was delicious. My kids loved their fish and chips, and I loved there left overs. Fish was..."
S Daskowski
"Absolutely delicious. Very fresh selection of seafood. We had the tuna melt- not your typical open faced tuna melt. Served closed, fresh tuna-light..."
Rosalie Regalado
"Not far from Newport Beach is Santa Monica Seafood, a little market and cafe serving up fresh fish and other seafood goodies. We opted to start..."
Heather J
"Dined in here at Santa Monica's Seafood Market & Cafe for an early dinner on a Sunday earlier this month. There's a little cafe (with patio seating)..."
Fumi Balogun
"Amazing Service! Always greets me by name when I come in. Managers are always polite and helpful! Very knowledgeable in the types of fish that u..."
Chef Fila Williams
"Cioppino was outstanding - generous seafood and well seasoned broth...happy hour starts at 2pm with a good assortment of food and a few..."
Georgeanne Vlad
"Sea food options in the market place was plentiful! Looked so fresh especially when I came around 6pm on a Monday. Definitely would go back to..."
Jennifer Hwang
"Once again…they do not disappoint. We have been visiting the Santa Monica location since they opened at their current spot. $12 for cioppino was a..."
Julie Marquez
"It's not cheap but it sure is delicious. I ate here about a decade ago and really liked it but didn't end up in the same area again until now. My..."
Chris Smith
"5 star quality seafood. Enormous selection of variety of fresh cuts. Most high end restaurants purchase their seafood for there. They is also a few..."
Mark Rodriguez
The Capital Grille
The Capital Grille
87/100 (2205 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
Steakhouse
Steakhouse
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Calamari
Cheesecakes
Risotto
Creme Brulee
Tuna
Shrimp
Steak Tartare
French onion soup
Calamares
Beef
Salmon
Cakes
Lobster
Lamb
Crab Cake
Fish
Chowder
Cheesecake
Pasta
Filet Mignon
Salad
Lamb chops
Clam Chowder
Mac and cheese
Crab
Scallops
Crème Brulée
Oyster
Burger
Bass
Sit down
American
Steakhouse
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Validated Parking
Valet Parking
Reservations
Seating
Late Night
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Fine Dining
"Lovely dinner at The Capital Grill in Los Angeles. The food was wonderful, and the service was on point. I had the Tomahawk Veal Chop, and my guest..."
Aimee Wilkins
"I honestly admit that I expected better food, having tried this brand from other locations. Well, I ate it, but I wasn't satisfied. But I leave here..."
Rich KR
"Enjoyed a holiday celebration at the Capital. Grille. Normally when I go to events like this that have a large group. The food tends to fall short..."
Nestor and Michelle
"Well, well, well, after blowing my budget at the Lego store (those darn plastic bricks are so addictive), I found myself at The Capital Grille..."
Kyle Tucker
"We hosted a dinner for over 50 people in the private dining room of The Capital Grille. The staff were exceptional, and the food was excellent. I..."
Allan Sawyer
"We’ve been here plenty of times but each time we just enjoy ourselves so. This year we celebrated the big 7 years of marriage. Our server Tommie..."
Mia W
"Food and service is good. Had 2 different steaks and crabs for starters. The dessert was a coconut cream pie that was mediocre. Need to go here again..."
Fred Luxenburg
"The experience and service was very good and so was the food. The only thing is that several of us felt sick the next day. Perhaps it was just the..."
MARCELLA SEIDENSTICKER
"Anniversary dinner was amazing. Jasmine provided excellent service and we couldn't ask for a better..."
Ryan Henry
"Incredible food and fantastic service. I attended a corporate event there and everyone loved it. I think our lead server’s name was Tiffany and she..."
Luc Ceci
Boudin Sourdough Bakery & Cafe
Boudin Sourdough Bakery & Cafe
85/100 (499 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Soups
Soups
American
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Grilled cheese
Salad
Clam Chowder
Chili
Chowder
Sandwiches
Burger
Café
American
Soups
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Known for sourdough bread and a variety of sandwiches. Also a favorite are their soups in a bowl of sourdough bread. There are salad selections and..."
Bruce Montana
"The pesto chicken in the sandwich was really good and so was the sauce, but the bread was so so so hard! Omg, Good thing i still have good denture!..."
delmy quijada
"Boudins is always such a treat. I always get the clam chowder with a bread bowl, my partner had reward points for a free loaf of sourdough bread..."
Kyle Lowman
"On a cold, wet and miserable day here in Southern California, I decided to try BoudinSF because the thought of a good tomato soup in a bread bowl,..."
Angie Bee
"a San Francisco experience in OC. The soup 🍜 🥣 are the best in town. You have the option to have in inside a big bread 🍞. A must have,..."
Vanessa Vilchez
"Boudin SF, is located on 3333 Bristol st. Costa Mesa, CA. We had rustic tomato & butternut squash soup in a bread bowl and California veggie sandwich..."
T D (DesertPearl78)
"Came here very hungry and wanting to sit down, was able to sit and have a nice meal without waiting long during the christmas shopping season! The..."
Daniel Sarmiento
"Needed comfort food, specifically the brie, apple and fig grilled cheese sandwich! So delicious and hit the spot! Their sourdough bread is the best..."
Denise Y.
"Patty melt, wedges, garlic cheesy bread fresh and delicious. Bread soft on point. They have clamchowder in sourdough bowls..."
Maybelline Vasquez
"Bread is always fresh and delicious. Had the Napa Chicken Salad Sandwich. Refreshing on warm summer evening..."
Ron Miller
"I was here in 2015 and then now in 2022. Still good quality food with all foods including their fresh baked..."
Kian N.
"Love their sourdough bread bowls. They are always so soft inside. Chili is always my favorite there. Salad was..."
Jim Lopez
"Small restaurant but great in flavors! The soups are delicious and nice to the eyes, served in a sourdough bread; the salads are fresh and tasty!..."
JC Silva
Boudin Sf
Boudin Sf
82/100 (930 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
American
Soups
Soups
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Clam Chowder
Toasts
Burger
Sit down
American
Soups
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Yummy clam chowder soup and bacon cheese sandwich �I definitely give the food 5* 1 suggestion please have someone clean the outside patio lots of..."
Loredana Nita
"We love shopping at South Coast Plaza! We decided to eat here for my daughter’s bday lunch. I just wanted to say, we’re very impressed with the..."
Mia Duong
"My family and I LOVE Boudin SF! I've been coming to Boudin's for well over 30 yrs. It started out w/being a special place just my mom and I would go..."
Angela Bustillos
"I remember their Clam Chowder tasting better than this. It was good, but I recall it being great. Sadly, their hot sauce selection didn't include any..."
Gil B. Jr.
"We ordered the clam chowder soup and chicken pesto sandwich with side salad. The salad has an excellent vinaigrette dressing. Too much for lunch. We..."
Chuck Miller
"The food is amazing, very Panera like and very creative bread..."
Paul Yu
"Food is not too bad. The kids pizza crust was a bit too hard. Service is good. Clam powder soup is..."
Riff Lim
"If you're looking for affordable fare at South Coast Plaza, this is a good option. However, I wouldn't come to the mall just for the food. Clam..."
Grace C
"It's just nice California comfort food. Salads are nice and fresh, clam chowder if good, and the sandwiches good too! I feel like this place is..."
Shiang L
"Great restaurant with great vibes - easy, no fuss, the people who bring the food to your table are extremely helpful and kind and they make sure you..."
TPMT Associates
"Best place for clam chowder soup on a sourdough bread. The bread is very tasty and delicious. When the meaning of bread and butter comes up it's time..."
felipe galvan
"Delicious parmesan encrusted sourdough patty melt😋🤤 so good with the clam chowder..."
Laura BG
"Great lunch spot. The bread is baked fresh daily and you can certainly tell. Get your soup in a bread bowl. You won't regret..."
Ambar Campos
"Good place to order Clam Chowder Soup. Caesar Salad was also fresh and good. Will definitely return in the..."
swedie82
"We had rustic tomato & butternut squash soup in a bread bowl and California veggie sandwich with green ! Very tasty and..."
T D (DesertPearl78)
"This really reminded me of a more expensive Panera Bread. Food was good, but nothing spectacular. Atmosphere and service were..."
Dorian “Scott” Smith
"Been going to this location for years. Always have good Asian Chicken salad and sourdough bread. Bread bowl and chili soup is also my go to. It’s..."
Shelly Shi
"Wonder why this place doesn't have 5 stars. Just the bread alone is 5 stars! I've had the Butternut Squash and the Tomato Soup on Bread Bowl (not..."
Princess S.
"Another great Boudin's experience, the little bread creatures they have are impressive and funny haha As usual the food is amazing..."
Kyle Lowman
Water Grill
Water Grill
78/100 (2752 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
Seafood
American
American
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Salmon
Noodle
Bread Pudding
Shrimp
Ceviche
Cakes
Fish
Crab Cake
Chowder
Lobster
Lobster Roll
Fritto misto
Tacos
Salad
Crab Legs
Clam Chowder
Cod
Swordfish
Crab
Fish & chips
Halibut
Scallops
Prawns
Clams
Oyster
Mussels
Tuna
Burger
Cioppino
Shellfish
Octopus
American
Seafood
Parking Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Valet Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"Water Grill provides not only an exceptional dining experience but also a welcoming atmosphere that adds to the overall enjoyment. The ambiance of..."
Frank Sea
"Celebrated our wedding anniversary at Water Grill for lunch. The seafood restaurant is very lovely, sophisticated, beautiful decor and cozy ambiance..."
Lisa (SuLi)
"We arrived as a large group, and had plenty of food to share and try with each other. Incredible food, service and atmosphere. The lobster was so..."
Alberto Tempo
"This is my second visit. The ceviche is a little bit different style but still really good - just less acid taste. We love the overall experience to..."
Alice C
"Water grill is one of my favorite spots to go to in Costa Mesa. Located across south coast plaza on Bristol. If arriving to your reservation after..."
Jenifer Bond
"First time in this water grill, and it was amazing! Restaurant is beautiful and cozy, the interior design is more beautiful than San Diego water..."
diego tames
"Overall experience was solid. Ambiance was great. Service was great. Food was good. Really good: - King crab legs - Chilean sea bass - seafood..."
Richard Woo
"Extremely fancy restaurant for seafood! Make sure to make reservations ahead! Seafood here is impeccable! Everything was amazing! The scallops were..."
JiShun Zhou
"Great food and still so many things I want to try. Might be some of the best clam chowder I’ve had on the west coast and the Scallops I will..."
David Fagan
"First time here to celebrate our birthdays and anniversary and it was amazing!!! The decor, seating, the bar, plating, and even the bathrooms were..."
El A
Water Grill
Water Grill
74/100 (2662 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
American
Vegan Options
Seafood
Asian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Salmon
Noodle
Octopus
Shrimp
Ice Cream
Bread Pudding
Ceviche
Crab Cake
Chowder
Lobster
Fish & Chips
Cakes
Lobster Roll
Salad
Fish
Tacos
Clam Chowder
Fritto misto
Crab Legs
Cod
Crab
Swordfish
Scallops
Halibut
Clams
Prawns
Oyster
Fish & chips
Mussels
Tuna
Burger
Shellfish
Cioppino
Asian
American
Seafood
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Valet Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Fine Dining
"Water Grill provides not only an exceptional dining experience but also a welcoming atmosphere that adds to the overall enjoyment. The ambiance of..."
Frank Sea
"Celebrated our wedding anniversary at Water Grill for lunch. The seafood restaurant is very lovely, sophisticated, beautiful decor and cozy ambiance..."
Lisa (SuLi)
"We arrived as a large group, and had plenty of food to share and try with each other. Incredible food, service and atmosphere. The lobster was so..."
Alberto Tempo
"This is my second visit. The ceviche is a little bit different style but still really good - just less acid taste. We love the overall experience to..."
Alice C
"Water grill is one of my favorite spots to go to in Costa Mesa. Located across south coast plaza on Bristol. If arriving to your reservation after..."
Jenifer Bond
"First time in this water grill, and it was amazing! Restaurant is beautiful and cozy, the interior design is more beautiful than San Diego water..."
diego tames
"Overall experience was solid. Ambiance was great. Service was great. Food was good. Really good: - King crab legs - Chilean sea bass - seafood..."
Richard Woo
"Extremely fancy restaurant for seafood! Make sure to make reservations ahead! Seafood here is impeccable! Everything was amazing! The scallops were..."
JiShun Zhou
"Great food and still so many things I want to try. Might be some of the best clam chowder I’ve had on the west coast and the Scallops I will..."
David Fagan
"First time here to celebrate our birthdays and anniversary and it was amazing!!! The decor, seating, the bar, plating, and even the bathrooms were..."
El A