FISHWIFE

Had dinner with family. Thankfully made reservations as the place was packed that night. Food was superb! I had
one of the fish bowls and was very tasty, something i never had before. Their wine selection was pretty decent and went well with the food.

A wonderful little spot with some good food. The price is a little high but they do give you a lot of food. The dishes we had were very flavorful and well prepared. Service was great and friendly. Really enjoyed the environment of this place.

Fantastic food and great vibes! Our server Nadia was very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. We ordered the crab tostaditas, salmon-topped lobster ravioli special, and Cajun salmon, and then the molten chocolate cake and creme brulee for dessert. Everything was delicious and we would absolutely eat here again next time we are in the area.

Outstanding spot for seafood or just an amazing time. I was lucky enough to meet Edgar and what a guy. Outstanding story of what hard work does. We had a bowl of clam chowder and the sea bass over lobster ravioli. Unbelievable. Finished it up with the best homemade key lime pie ever. I've eaten all over the United States and this place is second to none. Go treat yourself to this gem. There's a reason they've been around 44 years folks. Enjoy.

Went with friends for dinner and cocktails. Large variety of cocktails and tons of entree choices. So many it was hard to decide as everything sounded fantastic! Everyone was pleased with their drinks and meal. The Portofino was a big hit - it was loaded with a variety of seafood. The dessert menu also did not disappoint, there seemed to be something for everyone!

Came here on a recommendation and it was great. Great service with friendly staff.

Tons of selection on the menu with fresh seafood. If you're not a fan of seafood, the veggies and pasta sides are pretty great too. For the fresh quality food, the price is not too bad.

Would recommend this place, especially if you're a seafood lover!

Located at the junction of Asilomar Ave and Sunset Drive in Pacific Grove, Fishwife is a small but mighty seafood restaurant. My wife and I had long wanted to try Fishwife and finally were able to on a recent trip to the Central Coast.

The restaurant is fairly small and one can tell that the restaurant was designed into an existing building. At the entrance is a small waiting area with a large aquarium with goldfish and other assorted fish. To the left is restaurant seating and a bar and to the right are additional tables with ample windows from which to enjoy the sunset.

The hostess graciously received us and we were seated fairly quickly (<10 minutes) despite not making a reservation. We were seated at a table for two and warmly greeted by our server Tony.

We each started off with a glass of District 7 Cabernet and skipped the appetizers as we were not super hungry (though they did sound delicious!). We decided to order from the specials that night. My wife ordered the Local Halibut. It was fresh caught and grilled, topped with a tarragon cream sauce (we both thought we tasted a hint of capers as well) and paired with asparagus and rice. I ordered the Cajun Curvina Seabass, also fresh caught. The fish was grilled with a light dusting of Cajun spices and served over lobster raviolis that were sauteed with asparagus, spinach and butter wine sauce. Both dishes were presented well and served in large bowls. I glanced at a neighboring diner who had ordered a bowl of clam chowder and it was served in the same sized bowl as our meals, so a very hearty portion. We ate while watching the wispy clouds turn orange and pink while the sun was setting. Both meals were fantastic.

The atmosphere of the restaurant can be described as quaint. The layout was non-standard due to the nature of the building but it in no way detracted from the experience. The restaurant was full though not overly loud. There was even a family from France visiting! Parking appeared to be street parking only, both on the Fishwife side of Sunset Drive as well as the opposite side. Sunset Drive is a fairly busy street so be careful when crossing on foot.

Our server Tony was attentive but not overly so and he was very welcoming. Highly recommended dining!

Exceptional lunch today at Fishwife with wife and two kids. I had the barramundi (pictured) and my wife had the tilapia (we wouldn't normally order it but the preparation description on the menu looked great). We were not disappointed. The barramundi ranks very highly with any seafood dish I've had anywhere; it was cooked perfectly and tasted light and fresh with excellent sides that paired well. The clam chowder was very flavorful, though a little thicker than I like it, but that's personal preference. Oh, we also shared a half-dozen oysters which were fresh and presented well. A little spendy but considering thr quality of the seafood and its location, it's reasonably priced.

Absolutely amazing! Sole piccata and calamari steak are my favorites and their rotating special menu is to die for. Can't wait for my next 3 hours trip to this place

The calamari strips were tasty and tender, the decor was fun, and my barramundi was amazing! It was a bit loud for my liking, but most of that was due to it being a busy Saturday summer evening with lots of people enjoying the food! I'd definitely go again

MMMM, tasty shrimp pasta and clam chowder. Great scenery in Pacific Grove! This is near Asilomar beach in Pacific Grove. I have never been here before, and this place was highly recommended by a friend who loves coming here.

The grilled prawns were perfect and juicy with a great flavor, and the Alfredo sauce was tasty as well. Clam chowder was good, and the grilled garlic bread for dipping is a nice touch. It is not a huge restaurant, but they have a good amount of space. Was here for lunch and it was not too crowded to get a seat right away.

Service was good and very attentive.

What can I say? Three of us went into a food coma after the dinner. Food was so delicious and the service was warm. We sit in the patio where there were fires and blankets to keep us warm in chilly weather. We totally enjoyed the dining experience there. Definitely will come back if visiting Monterey Bay again.

If you are looking for fresh seafood and amazing service, look no further. The fish and chips was amazing. Loved the crab cake too. Shrimp cleopatra was flavourful. Must try the house hot sauce. Highly recommended.

The barramundi was one of the best fish dishes I have eaten. Not to mention the molten chocolate cake a la mode. And the bartender makes great cocktails, too. Excellent service, too. Attentive but not overly so, and very friendly.

The food was amazing. The staff were all so nice and helpful. It's definitely a great place to go for seafood.

Nice little restaurant in Pacific Grove. Very friendly staff. Food is cooked using freshest ingredients. I recommend the Barramundi, coconut shrimp and Tilapia items on the menu. Tostada and Pesto sauce served with Barramundi was so fresh. Veggies and Rice were perfectly cooked. Ask for the story behind FISHWIFE to your waiter.

We were staying at a local B&B who suggested we try this place for dinner as it was walking distance. Wow!!! This place was amazing!! My husband had the Alfredo Combo, which he loved because the alfredo was not overwhelming and I had the sole with lemon and caper sauce which was incredible! This is a must do if you are in the area.

Stumbled upon this quirky little place by chance. Glad I did! Food was fantastic and service very friendly. Serve lovely local ales. Owner told me that if I didn't think the clam chowder was the best I'd ever tasted, he wouldn't charge me....I couldn't argue with him...I paid. Thanks and hope to visit again some day!

July 2022 - Back here again....ordered same dishes and pleased to say everything is just as good as I remembered 😀. Top place!

The food was delicious and just what we wanted. We ordered the tilapia dish (which i libe it was called mazaclan), kids pasta (a lot of food), and another dish that had octopus, clams, ect. We ordered an appetizer of coconut shrimp.
They do accept reservations but, we just walked in.

Went for a late dinner. We had our dog with us and they were very accommodating. For outdoor seating they had a tent with some tables and fire pits. Food was good; our group got the raw oysters ($4 each, large), barramundi, tilapia, Baja bowl, and grilled shrimp bowl (entrees about $25-35 each). Overall great dinner and service!