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Sam's Seafood Platter - Sam's Chowder House, Half Moon Bay, CA

Sam's Chowder House

4.6
4.6
5510 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Sam's is open for indoor & outdoor dining, and takeout. Serving lunch through dinner seven days a week. Award-winning, fresh New England style seafood, in a casual setting overlooking the ocean. Live Maine lobster, fresh local crab (in season), fish and chips, fried calamari, delicious clam chowder, award-winning lobster rolls, farm fresh salads, Cioppino and more! Gluten-free, kids menu, and vegetarian available.

Reservations are for inside the restaurant - please note that we can't hold tables in the bar area or outside patio. Walk-ins are also welcome! Featured on NBC’s The Today Show, named “Best Outdoor Dining in the Bay Area” by SF Magazine, and “Best Seafood Restaurant in San Mateo County” by San Jose Magazine.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 712-0245 ext. 1
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Lewis Rossman
  • Catering
    Already found the perfect spot for your corporate event, graduation party or family reunion? Sam's ChowderMobile will bring its award-winning seafood to the location of your choice! Order Sam's famous Lobster Rolls, New England Clam Chowder, Fried Calamari and more, off the traditional menu — or have the ChowderMobile arrive fully equipped to prepare an authentic Lobster Clambake for your special event. For more information, contact Sam's Catering Manager: (650) 712-1766 or events@samschowderhouse.com
  • Private party facilities
    Amazing sunsets, award-winning seafood and spectacular oceanfront dining. Perfect for family gatherings, business events, weddings, receptions, and rehearsal dinners. Oceanfront private & semi-private spots for your special event. Oceanfront beach weddings. Full restaurant buyout available.
  • Private party contact
    Mary Ratkovic: (650) 712-0245 ext. 4
  • Neighbourhood
    Half Moon Bay
  • Parking details
    There are two lots available, and there is also parking on the street and in the harbor.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music from blues to jazz! May - October: Every Friday night from 5:30-8:30pm (inside bar) and Saturdays & Sundays from 1-4pm (outside bar, weather permitting). November - April: Every Friday & Saturday night from 5:30-8:30pm (inside bar)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,510 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sam's Chowder House boasts "fantastic service" and "great food" with a stunning ocean view. Known for its "incredible" lobster rolls and delectable clam chowder, the restaurant offers a warm, lively atmosphere perfect for special occasions. With attentive staff and a vast seafood menu, it's a must-visit for locals and tourists alike.

5,510 Reviews
  1. Maher

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time at Sam’s Chowder, our favorite spot with a beautiful view.

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  2. Connie

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I feel like this is a new Sam’s! I say that because the last time and the last few times I had been the place was unbelievably crowded, and I feel like the weight staff was not necessarily up to speed. This time, however I was pleasantly surprised! We were arrived one hour early from a reservation and were seated by a relatively friendly hostess, and our server was great! Top-notch very attentive of course there weren’t many people in the place so I kind of feel like we lucked out 12 noon and not a lot of people at Sam’s… That seems weird but what do I know?

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  3. C.

    VIP

    San Francisco

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly service and fresh seafood within walking distance of beach house hotel

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  4. Steven

    VIP

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great meal at bar with friends and fresh seafood !!

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  5. Liane

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    My mixed green salad was very wilted. Not fresh at all. Chowder as usual good. Bread never came until after appetizers were eaten. Wait staff was not around visually. Had to flag her down. Was chit chatting with fellow employee. Husbands manhattan only ok. Not gumboish spicy. Sad. Short ribs tender but not very tasty. Best item was the appetizer. The calamari 👍🏼 got us full. Shd have stopped with that😬

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  6. Jackie

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic! Waitress was absolutely great!

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  7. thomas

    Sacramento

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing food. Love the oyster Rockefeller, scallops. Better than I have had anywhere else. Amazing views of the bay

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  8. Louise

    VIP

    San Francisco

    67 reviews

    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    love this restaurant. great food, great atmosphere , very friendly wait staff, fairly priced!

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  9. May

    VIP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came here to celebrated our anniversary on a Friday night. The food was amazing as always. They have live music. Our server was very attentive and checking on us to make sure we have everything we needed. They gave us a free dessert to celebrate our anniversary. We cannot wait to return to try more dishes next year.

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  10. Jeff

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Clam Chowder needs help. Service snd personal fantastic

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FAQs

Sam's Chowder House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 712-0245 ext. 1.

Sam's Chowder House is rated 4.6 stars by 5510 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sam's Chowder House

4210 Cabrillo Hwy, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Half Moon Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There are two lots available, and there is also parking on the street and in the harbor.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Lewis Rossman
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music from blues to jazz! May - October: Every Friday night from 5:30-8:30pm (inside bar) and Saturdays & Sundays from 1-4pm (outside bar, weather permitting). November - April: Every Friday & Saturday night from 5:30-8:30pm (inside bar)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 712-0245 ext. 1
  • Catering
    Already found the perfect spot for your corporate event, graduation party or family reunion? Sam's ChowderMobile will bring its award-winning seafood to the location of your choice! Order Sam's famous Lobster Rolls, New England Clam Chowder, Fried Calamari and more, off the traditional menu — or have the ChowderMobile arrive fully equipped to prepare an authentic Lobster Clambake for your special event. For more information, contact Sam's Catering Manager: (650) 712-1766 or events@samschowderhouse.com
  • Private party facilities
    Amazing sunsets, award-winning seafood and spectacular oceanfront dining. Perfect for family gatherings, business events, weddings, receptions, and rehearsal dinners. Oceanfront private & semi-private spots for your special event. Oceanfront beach weddings. Full restaurant buyout available.
  • Private party contact
    Mary Ratkovic: (650) 712-0245 ext. 4
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