
Sam's Chowder House
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- CuisinesSeafood, American
- Hours of operationMon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
- Phone number(650) 712-0245 ext. 1
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefLewis Rossman
- CateringAlready 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 facilitiesAmazing 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 contactMary Ratkovic: (650) 712-0245 ext. 4
- NeighborhoodHalf Moon Bay
- Parking detailsThere are two lots available, and there is also parking on the street and in the harbor.
- EntertainmentEnjoy 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)
- AdditionalBanquet, 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
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What 5,266 people are saying
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- 4.4Food
- 4.5Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.1Value
Noise • Moderate
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Safety precautions
Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
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 4.5 stars by 5266 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Order delivery or takeout
4210 Cabrillo Hwy, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Additional information
- NeighborhoodHalf Moon Bay
- Hours of operationMon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
- CuisinesSeafood, American
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsThere are two lots available, and there is also parking on the street and in the harbor.
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefLewis Rossman
- EntertainmentEnjoy 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)
- AdditionalBanquet, 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
- Website
- Phone number(650) 712-0245 ext. 1
- CateringAlready 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 facilitiesAmazing 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 contactMary Ratkovic: (650) 712-0245 ext. 4