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Sam's Chowder House
Diners’ top pick
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$$$$
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Seafood
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4.7
(5205)
Open for indoor & outdoor dining, and takeout. Reservations (and walk-ins) for indoor dining Monday-Friday, and walk-ins only on weekends. Reservations are for inside the restaurant - we can't hold tables in the bar area or outside patio. Serving lunch through dinner seven days a week. Award-winning, fresh New England style seafood, in a casual setting overlooking the ocean. Live Maine lobster, fresh local crab (in season), fish and chips, fried calamari, delicious clam chowder, award-winning lobster rolls, farm fresh salads, cioppino and more! Gluten-free, kids menu, and vegetarian available.
Featured on NBC’s The Today Show, named “Best Outdoor Dining in the Bay Area” by SF Magazine, and “Best Seafood Restaurant in San Mateo County” by San Jose Magazine.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Pasta Moon
$$$$
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Italian
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4.7
(4684)
A popular destination in Half Moon Bay for 30 years, Pasta Moon Restaurant serves contemporary Italian cuisine using the freshest local produce available- in fact, easily the finest dining on the coast; (and not the most expensive!). You'll find a cozy setting for lunch or dinner, surrounded by old arched casement windows which once brought light into the Burlingame Public Library, and you'll be served by an attentive and knowledgeable staff.
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It's Italia
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Cocktail Bar
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4.6
(1807)
It’s Italia opened in 1997 as a San Francisco style trattoria and pizzeria serving gourmet pizzas, house pastas, and creative salads, always with a California Italian flavor.Thirteen years later, having moved into the beautiful Half Moon Bay Inn on Main Street Half Moon Bay, our menu has expanded to include seafood and meat selections from our rotisserie and mesquite grill, artful pastas and award winning pizza, creative salads and antipasti, and an array of house desserts. A Tuscan style courtyard patio with fireplaces and a fountain is ideal for large parties and receptions. Our full bar and locally famous bartenders create a lively social ambience nightly. Over one hundred fifty bottles line up on our wine list from Italy, California, France, Spain, Australia, and New Zealand.
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Mezza Luna Restaurant
Top-rated food
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$$$$
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Italian
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4.7
(3050)
Please contact us directly for reservations.
Award winning fresh and healthy Italian food. Homemade pastas, pizza and gelato. Local produce, seafood and quality meat using authentic Italian family recipes. Full bar with oversized fireplace and a short walk to the beach at Princeton Harbor. Romantic getaway for two and private venue for weddings, business and special events. Located 25 miles north of San Francisco and short drive from San Mateo peninsula, off Highway 1 near Half Moon Bay. Private parking lot and street parking available. Voted Favorite Overall and Best Italian restaurant by locals.
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La Costanera
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Peruvian
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4.6
(3554)
Experience the culinary richness of Peru at La Costanera, a modern Peruvian fusion restaurant opened its doors October 2, 2009. The scenic California coast in Half Moon Bay, overlooks the Pillar Point Harbor with sweeping views of the beach and ocean. Just a short, beautiful drive from San Francisco (25 miles). The space is grand, with 180 degree windows, two stories, and a large outdoor terrace.
We offer a full bar, domestic and imported Peruvian beers and a hand selected wine list. Come try our Pisco Sour – a classic Peruvian cocktail – and experience all that La Costanera has to offer...
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Fattoria E Mare
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Italian
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4.4
(142)
Fattoria e Mare ("Farm and Sea") is a vibrant Bay Area restaurant utilizing organic, sustainable ingredients sourced from local vendors. The menu will change often featuring local, fresh ingredients at their peak. As the name of the restaurant suggests, the menu places an emphasis on seafood, while also providing a range of other Venetian inspired options. Executive Chef and Owner, Pablo Estrada, immerses himself in every meal he creates. He is passionate about crafting delicious, unique dishes and ensuring all guests have a wonderful dining experience.
We were originally located in Burlingame, but have moved to a new location, nestled in the heart of downtown Half Moon Bay. Our new location allows us flexibility to serve large groups, parties of two, or anything in between. We have options for private dining experiences (e.g. work parties, birthday parties, etc.)
Happy Hour specials are offered Sunday-Thursday, 3:00-5:30. We look forward to welcoming you!

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  • WandaF
    San Francisco Bay Area •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Had a cup of New England Chowder, Fried Calamari & Lobster Roll naked. All very good. Service was excellent. Love coming here.
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    Sam's Chowder House$$$$• Seafood• Half Moon Bay
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    4.7
  • PersonWhoDinesvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •45 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Pasta Moon was lovely overall as usual – always a pleasure!
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    Pasta Moon$$$$• Italian• Half Moon Bay
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    4.7
  • OpenTable Dinervip
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Fantastic place to have a wonderful lunch. Food, service and ambience were all AMAZING! We had a fun birthday lunch for a friend and could not have been better place to celebrate! THANK YOU! 🤗🎉🎈
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    Fattoria E Mare$$$$• Italian• Half Moon Bay
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    4.4
  • BrunoC
    San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 13, 2023
    This was our first time to the restaurant and we went with out of town friends who have lived years in Nepal so they were very knowledgeable of Himalayan cuisine. Our friends had the traditional meal, while my wife had butter chicken and I had the shrimp vindaloo. We also had naan, roti and momo dumplings, which were perfect. We were all very pleased with the food and the portions were such that there was more than expected to take home as well. The only thing that didn't seem authentic to our friends was the roti. We will definitely be going back there.
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    Monsoon Himalayan Cuisine$$$$• Nepalese• Half Moon Bay
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    4.6
  • NANCYC
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 1, 2023
    Always a treat to have brunch here. Never disappoints!
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    It's Italia$$$$• Cocktail Bar• Half Moon Bay
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    4.6

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Frequently asked questions

Healthy restaurants located in Half Moon Bay include La Costanera, Pasta Moon and Mezza Luna Restaurant

Restaurants with gluten-free options in Half Moon Bay are Pasta Moon, La Costanera and Sam's Chowder House

Bottomless brunch in Half Moon Bay is available at La Costanera, Pasta Moon and Sam's Chowder House

The most romantic restaurant in Half Moon Bay is Pasta Moon

Restaurants in Half Moon Bay with a great view include La Costanera, Sam's Chowder House and Mezza Luna Restaurant

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