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Surf City Ale House, Huntington Beach, CA
Surf City Ale House, Huntington Beach, CA
Surf City Ale House, Huntington Beach, CA
Surf City Ale House, Huntington Beach, CA
Surf City Ale House, Huntington Beach, CA

Surf City Ale House

4.3
4.3
40 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Surf City Ale House... Kitchen + Bar is family friendly restaurant set on Main Street in Huntington Beach. Open for lunch, dinner and breakfast is served on the weekends. American food; Burgers, Seafood, Pastas, Salads, Sandwiches and great selection of appetizers. Full bar featuring 24 draft beers, great margaritas, mojitos and a full spectrum of cocktails. We also offer great wines by the glass or bottle.

Surf City Ale House...Kitchen + Bar has 20+ large screen tvs to catch your favorite sporting event. Great patio seating and a parking structure attached to our building.

Our super friendly staff is ready to serve you and your guests. Come see us you will love our team!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue, Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 9:00 am–1:00 am Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (714) 369-2581
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Huntington Beach / Seal Beach / Fountain Valley
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 40 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

40 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food. I had the double cheeseburger and it was wonderful, service was great! We sat outside and one of the gentlemen working there was nice enough to put a heater by our table. 10 out of 10 would recommend!

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  2. JenS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    We had a reservation for 6:30PM and when we arrived we were directed to a table by one of the wait staff. Shortly after ordering our drinks, a grouchy staff member (we later found out was the manager) came over to our table and told us the table was reserved. We told him we were the reservation and then he proceeded to question us about what time our reservation was for, our names, etc. It was a very bizarre exchange and made us feel uncomfortable, like we had done something wrong. As we ordered our food, a couple came in and sat right next to us with their 2 large dogs. I am severely allergic to dogs, so my husband asked if our party could be moved. Our server said that they would move the dogs. When our food finally arrived the dogs were still there so my husband asked again if something could be done. The server then brought the manager over and he said they were service dogs so they wouldn’t move them. They let everyone who wanted to pet them, play with the dogs so I find it difficult to believe they were service dogs, but that aside, even the wait staff were touching them, which could contaminate food. We were eventually moved (we had to carry our food through the restaurant with a 6 month old baby, so it it’s not exactly a quick/easy task). My suggestion would be that if you are going to allow everyone who says they have a service dog into your restaurant, perhaps have a designated area or seat them outside on the patio, not directly outside the kitchen doors. It is unhygienic to have dog hair flying in your food and drinks, the potential of fleas, and some of us have allergies. It was very clear to me that the dogs were more important than my health.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Pretty good little dinner stop during our vacation! It was a casual vibe. We were there on a Tuesday and there was a street party on Main with a great live band directly in front of the restaurant - which was a little loud but not unreasonable! Food was great and everyone in our party of 7 was happy with their order and the service!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great staff, fast service, great prices and delicious food and drinks!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We made reservations for 8 people. The other half of our group decided to join us last minute and they sat the 16 of us right away. Service was fast and accurate, prices were reasonable and the food was good! I had the salmon and it was the perfect portion.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 5, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience5
    Service was terrible. Our server spoke super quietly even though the establishment was really loud. Our other server was touching the spout of the pitcher of water before he poured it. Food sucked. Overall would only return to watch the game on their multitude of TVs and for a drink, but I wouldn’t order any of their food again. Wings were dry like the Sahara, fries were undercooked and under seasoned. Burgers were delicious though.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience1
    Out of steak, out of ribs, food did not come out hot, too loud (live music).

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  8. RogerT

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    They were closed on this day and did not inform me, I wasted a trip all the way to HB

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  9. StephenS

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience2
    We came for “brunch”— 5 out of 5 meals were just barely mediocre. The coffee was terrible. Very disappointing. The staff was friendly. Probably a great place for a beer/bar food, but not for breakfast/brunch.

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  10. JuliM

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    We went for brunch on Mother’s Day, and it was OK. Good location, not very crowded and the other restaurants were very crowded. The food was OK, the waffle I ordered was delicious, that was the best thing we ordered. Service was friendly, but slow, overall it was just OK.

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  11. foodbear

    Phoenix

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    This is a great spot to enjoy lunch without all the noise and crowd on Main Street. Service was exceptional. Food was excellent. Patio was sunny and quiet.

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  12. MarleneA

    Orange County

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    I was impressed by the depth of the menu, and very pleased with my grilled salmon in buerre Blanc sauce. However the prime rib that hubby ordered was not available yet by 6:15 pm, so they must cater to the late night crowd in downtown HB on a Saturday night! He ordered the burger instead and was very satisfied. Our daughter ordered spicy chicken sandwich and sweet potato fries which were seasoned very well. It is a sports bar so it’s got a lot of screens and music playing in the background so don’t plan on having a good conversation!

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  13. Barryk

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. We had chicken piccata and the salmon. Excellent veggies as well, calamari was great. Marinara sauce with the calamari excellent

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you Jim and Clara for a wonderful Anniversary and Super Bowl Sunday with excellent service! Salmon and cocktails are delish as always 😊

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  15. lynn

    Los Angeles

    51 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Let’s face it, this place is a sports bar. Excellent place to watch sports, I assume. Good bar food. Not so much for a family brunch. Very service oriented.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had an amazing time watching the 49er game!

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place with great food! Lots of TV’s for sports

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    NYE dinner and it was fantastic! I previewed the menu before arriving and there was a nice variety of offerings, but the surf and turf special was where it was at!!!

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  19. Shep

    Portland

    20 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2022

    overall3food3service1ambience1
    Average at best. Service and menu were uninspired. Place needs a makeover

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  20. ArchyneW

    Richmond

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Surf City Ale House definitely lived up to the reviews I read on Open Table. Friendly servers, good food and just a real nice vibe to the place. Whenever I am back in Huntington Beach, this will be a go-to food stop.

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  21. SharonP

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We liked the food, but especially liked the band that was playing! Great music from our youth!

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  22. fitnessisme

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2022

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    Great location! Nice selection of food and drinks.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall5food1service3ambience5
    Generic tourist food. Nothing exciting. But location and vibes are great.

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  24. MCHammer

    Dallas

    30 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Went on the night of the UFC fight - food came a few plates at a time for a group of 4 and we were missing an additional item …waters weren’t filled consistently and we had to ask. Food was really good so that made up for the service.

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  25. LouisV

    Seattle

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My colleagues and I were looking for a relaxing and fun place to unwind after our meeting and we found it in the Surf City Ale House. We enjoyed burgers, salads and fish tacos. The group really enjoyed the guacamole! The wait staff was very friendly and helpful, which made for a great overall experience.

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  26. TimC

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 20, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Pub food. I had the ribs, which were mediocre. The beer was flat so they gave me a bottle instead. The ambiance was good with plenty of outdoor seating. And the service was also good. The waiter was friendly and prompt. It looks like a pretty good place to watch a game.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Father’s Day was great here! Lots of great service.

    1 person found this helpful

  28. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 12, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Food was fresh and tasty but the service needs work. Was there during UFC match and they appeared to be way understaffed.

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  29. RAnd

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience2
    We were seated outside because the inside was so loud we couldn't hear eachother. The hostess didn't recognize Open Table's reservation. Service was spotty. Not a great experience.

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  30. DennisH

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Great location. Food was very tasty and reasonably priced. Our waitress was great! However they were short staffed and had to wait before getting drinks and food. Would recommend however.

    1 person found this helpful

  31. DELIAH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Great spot for casual group dining and value. Will book here again.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    The nachos were gross. Soggy with velveta melted cheese? Really? Most of the food was pretty bland.

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  33. Ginger

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    The food is fresh and tasty. We had nachos, calamari, pasta, fish tacos and French dips. The service is kind of slow though.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great Place!!

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  35. DouglasH

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food is delicious at the Surf City Ale House. The vibe can feel like an upscale sports bar with a menu which is superior to what is typically offered in similar bars. Great value, great service. Great for large families are a small table for 2.

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  36. AngelT

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    overall2food3service4ambience3
    Great place to watch sports, not so conducive if you'd like to talk or have a group meal

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  37. HBGal

    Orange County

    139 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    139 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a family dinner here to welcome relatives from Northern California. Everyone enjoyed their food and the selection of beer and cocktails. I did have to ask the staff to turn on the Ducks game in favor of an out of town NHL game.

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  38. ShelbyO

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2020

    overall4food2service4ambience3
    Food was alright, great happy hour deals though and service

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  39. ElizabethM

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated Christmas Eve with my family and my sister’s family- there were 11 of us there for a couple of hours- the staff were amazing!! So accommodating! We asked if the bar tender could make us “Baby Yoda” margaritas and they were happy to!! They were fantastic!! The food was great and we had the best time!! Would definitely come back again!!

    1 person found this helpful

  40. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2019

    overall3food3service2ambience1
    Too loud TV broadcast echoed throughout entire restaurant. Waitress visits were few and far between. Dressing for ahi salad more appropriate for fish tacos.

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FAQs

Surf City Ale House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 369-2581.

Surf City Ale House is rated 4.3 stars by 40 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Surf City Ale House

301 Main St Huntington, Huntington Beach, CA 92648-5170

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Huntington Beach / Seal Beach / Fountain Valley
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue, Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 9:00 am–1:00 am Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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