Sam's Chowder House

Name: Sam's Chowder House
Address: 4210 Cabrillo Hwy, Half Moon Bay, CA, United States, 94019
Telephone: (650) 712-0245 ext. 1
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

5510 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

26 Dec 2024

19:30

Booked 23 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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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30–20:30 Fri 11:30–21:00 Sat 11:00–21:00 Sun 11:00–20:30
Phone number
(650) 712-0245 ext. 1
Website
http://www.samschowderhouse.com/
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

Location
4210 Cabrillo Hwy, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Area
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, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,510 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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

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Linda
VIP
San Francisco
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were in line waiting for Sam's to open. When it did open the people with reservations at 11:30 were allowed to go right in, which was nice. We ordered the brussel sprouts which were very good. Also ordered the Caesar Salad with grilled shrimp. Both were great. Enjoyed the lunch and experience.
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Maher
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 19 December 2024
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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Connie
VIP
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2024
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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C.
VIP
San Francisco
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2024
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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Steven
VIP
Dallas
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 16 December 2024
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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Liane
San Francisco
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
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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Jackie
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic! Waitress was absolutely great!
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thomas
Sacramento
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 9 December 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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Louise
VIP
San Francisco
67 reviews
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on 9 December 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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May
VIP
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 November 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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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.

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2 people

26 Dec 2024

19:30

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

4210 Cabrillo Hwy, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Additional information

Area
Half Moon Bay
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30–20:30 Fri 11:30–21:00 Sat 11:00–21:00 Sun 11:00–20:30
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, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.samschowderhouse.com/
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

Sam's Chowder House

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Menu

What 5,510 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Sam's Chowder House offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Sam's Chowder House restaurant rated?

Is Sam's Chowder House currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

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