We love coming here for the clam chowder! However, this time, we ordered the bread bowl and there were hardly any clams or potatoes, it seemed to be all cream. I tried the spicy fried fish taco and it was good! Although it only had 4 chunks of fried fish, which didn't seem like enough and it came with 2 tortillas which was too much. Overall, this place is always great!Kid-friendliness: They have high chairs
AJ
Both disappointed and pleasantly surprised with this place. The burgers, obster roll, fries and onion rings are absolutely amazing. Fries and onion rings were perfectly crispy, the lobster roll and burgers are packed with flavor. But the fish was horrible. It was overcooked, chewing, some pieces tasted like chicken while others were overly fishy, and the skin was burnt. The outdoor seating also has very small tables. Although the good definitely outweighs the bad I feel if your restaurant has a fish theme the fish should be good. 4.5/5.
Marilynn G
This is now my favorite place. The bread and pastries are made in-house. The Lobster roll was very tasty. The clam chowder was fresh, and the bread was amazing. I bought a lemon bar that melted in my mouth. The bear claw was light. This is now my go-to spot.
Alexander Boulgakov
My opinion should be heavily discounted as I recently moved to California, and this is only my second time eating clam chowder here.So I don't know how this is supposed to taste. But whatever this is, is really good! I enjoyed it.Quick and friendly service.(I won't take points off for this since this is not why you're coming here, but the coffee is mediocre.)
Rob N
Tried Splash Cafe for the first time. I heard it had the best clam chowder around. I'd say it was really good but not sure if it's the best! My chowder bread bowl could have been a little hotter when I received it. Lobster roll was good but a little different from other Lobster rolls I've had. I will say the prices are fair. What stood out was the friendly service from the staff. Very friendly and professional which is not always the case with the younger generation.
Caroline Yu
Clam chowder was excellent, creamy and lives up to it's name. I also ordered a lobster roll but it contained no lobster and was instead filled with fake "lobster", aka surimi salad so disappointed.
Armando Gonzales
Best Clam Chowder in California. This restaurant is clean in and out. The restrooms were spotless, that says a lot about the management and this team. They take pride in what they do.
EdChiaW
Already had the excellent clam chowder at the Pismo Beach location, and decided to try the fish and chips. Fish, I heard, is Alaskan cod, is excellent. Lightly battered, light and saltiness is just right. Fries are curly fries, and don't do well if you wait too long to eat it. Very reasonable for good 3 pieces at $16 and add the fries, which is a very generous serving at $1.50 is a great deal.
Tess Serna
We have lunch at Splash weekly. It's not just about the chowder, BTW. They have a good selection of freshly made items. I love the seafood salad, it's the perfect size and this is the only place I get Thousand Island dressing at. It's homemade. I highly recommend the bakery. We had a party for my niece this weekend and ordered 60 cupcakes with rainbow icing. They were a huge hit and every commented on how good they looked and tasted.Kid-friendliness: This is a good place to take kids, it's casual dining. The indoor seating is limited though. Try not to go during the peak lunch hours.
pjasso
Great fish & chips. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The restaurant felt tight and crowded, but they had a nice outside deck to eat at.
Their clam chowder is to die for, definitely the best in the area! The management of this staff is also excellent, they are friendly, prompt and accommodating.
Michael Chahin
Excellent bakery, great food and fun vibes. The fish and chips are excellent and fresh, has a good flavor and spice. Clam chowders is very delicious like eating in Boston. Won’t be disappointed.
Katie Torres Cetina
First time at this Splash Cafe location and they didn’t disappoint.
Caroline Vasquez Blackwell
Fast and friendly! Delicious. I ordered the fish sandwich made with card. My husband ordered the fried chicken salad.& a fish taco. Everything was fresh delicious ! Coming back tomorrow
427AndreaS
Tasty experience again. Lobster roll and Salmon Tacos (baja style). Plus the bread pudding for a treat. We’ll be back again.
We love coming here for the clam chowder! However, this time, we ordered the bread bowl and there were hardly any clams or potatoes, it seemed to be all cream. I tried the spicy fried fish taco and it was good! Although it only had 4 chunks of fried fish, which didn't seem like enough and it came with 2 tortillas which was too much. Overall, this place is always great!Kid-friendliness: They have high chairs
Both disappointed and pleasantly surprised with this place. The burgers, obster roll, fries and onion rings are absolutely amazing. Fries and onion rings were perfectly crispy, the lobster roll and burgers are packed with flavor. But the fish was horrible. It was overcooked, chewing, some pieces tasted like chicken while others were overly fishy, and the skin was burnt. The outdoor seating also has very small tables. Although the good definitely outweighs the bad I feel if your restaurant has a fish theme the fish should be good. 4.5/5.
This is now my favorite place. The bread and pastries are made in-house. The Lobster roll was very tasty. The clam chowder was fresh, and the bread was amazing. I bought a lemon bar that melted in my mouth. The bear claw was light. This is now my go-to spot.
My opinion should be heavily discounted as I recently moved to California, and this is only my second time eating clam chowder here.So I don't know how this is supposed to taste. But whatever this is, is really good! I enjoyed it.Quick and friendly service.(I won't take points off for this since this is not why you're coming here, but the coffee is mediocre.)
Tried Splash Cafe for the first time. I heard it had the best clam chowder around. I'd say it was really good but not sure if it's the best! My chowder bread bowl could have been a little hotter when I received it. Lobster roll was good but a little different from other Lobster rolls I've had. I will say the prices are fair. What stood out was the friendly service from the staff. Very friendly and professional which is not always the case with the younger generation.
Clam chowder was excellent, creamy and lives up to it's name. I also ordered a lobster roll but it contained no lobster and was instead filled with fake "lobster", aka surimi salad so disappointed.
Best Clam Chowder in California. This restaurant is clean in and out. The restrooms were spotless, that says a lot about the management and this team. They take pride in what they do.
Already had the excellent clam chowder at the Pismo Beach location, and decided to try the fish and chips. Fish, I heard, is Alaskan cod, is excellent. Lightly battered, light and saltiness is just right. Fries are curly fries, and don't do well if you wait too long to eat it. Very reasonable for good 3 pieces at $16 and add the fries, which is a very generous serving at $1.50 is a great deal.
We have lunch at Splash weekly. It's not just about the chowder, BTW. They have a good selection of freshly made items. I love the seafood salad, it's the perfect size and this is the only place I get Thousand Island dressing at. It's homemade. I highly recommend the bakery. We had a party for my niece this weekend and ordered 60 cupcakes with rainbow icing. They were a huge hit and every commented on how good they looked and tasted.Kid-friendliness: This is a good place to take kids, it's casual dining. The indoor seating is limited though. Try not to go during the peak lunch hours.
Great fish & chips. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The restaurant felt tight and crowded, but they had a nice outside deck to eat at.
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Their clam chowder is to die for, definitely the best in the area! The management of this staff is also excellent, they are friendly, prompt and accommodating.
Excellent bakery, great food and fun vibes. The fish and chips are excellent and fresh, has a good flavor and spice. Clam chowders is very delicious like eating in Boston. Won’t be disappointed.
First time at this Splash Cafe location and they didn’t disappoint.
Fast and friendly! Delicious. I ordered the fish sandwich made with card. My husband ordered the fried chicken salad.& a fish taco. Everything was fresh delicious ! Coming back tomorrow
Tasty experience again. Lobster roll and Salmon Tacos (baja style). Plus the bread pudding for a treat. We’ll be back again.