Presentation on Map Reviews Nearby

Walts Wharf in Seal Beach

4.6 (199) 201 Main St, Seal Beach, CA 90740, United States

Categories

Seafood restaurant
American restaurant

Location on the map

Seal Beach, Orange County, California, US

Phone: +1 562-598-4433
Site: http://waltswharf.com/

Opening hours

Monday:11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday:11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday:11 AM–9 PM
Thursday:11 AM–9 PM
Friday:11 AM–9 PM
Saturday:11 AM–9 PM
Sunday:11 AM–9 PM

Edit info

Total reviews rating 4.6

199 Reviews for Walts Wharf 2024:

Review №1

2023-06-10 17:42:12

Had the fish and chips and they were definitely delicious! Chips were just right. I’m picky about tartar sauce and theirs was really good. Atmosphere is great with a beach and nautical theme! They keep you water and beverages filled and the staff was attentive and knowledgeable.

Review №2

2023-07-15 04:56:46

This was my second time to go to this Restaurant. Lunch, now dinner. Chef Johnny is fantastic! My friend is a Chef, and she said everything was perfect!! Even the iceberg lettuce in the Wedge salad was super crisp, which We split and had just the right amount each. The Brownie desert was awesome too. This restaurant has been around for 50 yrs and there is a reason.

Review №3

2023-11-11 01:48:10

Walts Wharf is traditionally our go-to restaurant when we head to Seal Beach to celebrate an anniversary, a graduation, or just satisfy our desire for quality sea food! Todays meal consisted of Mixed Seafood Grill & Fish & Chips to share among the three of us for dinner. It was yet another terrific & memorable late lunch courtesy of Walts!

Review №4

2023-09-02 21:07:25

Legendary Clam Chowder and great home made Ceviche. Add good service and an excellent Margarita and you have a great place for lunch. We will be back for more

Review №5

2023-05-27 12:46:13

One of the things that I cannot overestimate is how good the service was. I ordered a whiskey that the bartender did not know wasnt on the menu twice lol however they did compensate by giving me Their highest top shelf whiskey at a regular price it was a very nice gesture.I got the oysters on a 1/2 shell, they were very fresh and very tasty.. The halibut was very good a very nice portion next time I return I am definitely going to have to get the blackened catfish

Review №6

2023-07-15 14:38:45

What an awesome casual place to eat seafood with super helpful and attentive staff.I had never been and was looking for the best seafood in seal Beach and I called Walts, the manager totally took care of me arranging for parking, flowers and my choice of the two best seats in the house. All the same day.I had oysters and an amazing beer called The Walrus. My date had the crab pasta special which was delicious.As a bonus the gentleman out front playing music who I guess is theyre all the time, whats happening lots of fun with us. Placing little squeeze animals right at our window to make us laugh.I will for sure go back.

Review №7

2023-09-20 01:37:38

Honestly, there are no wrong choices to be had on their menu. Any plate here is delicious, and the service is second to none. Perfect place for anything from a nice occasion to a casual afternoon.

Review №8

2023-07-29 20:19:14

Amazing fish and seafood on the beach. Cozy vibes inside and good service. The food is very fresh and tastes delicious. Definitely worth the price. Loved the artichoke and ahi tuna. Good gluten free options, not many vegetarian options. Must go to if youre in seal beach.

Review №9

2023-07-30 16:20:08

Just a great spot to eat with family, service was great and friendly. I had Pasta Pescatore, it was excellent, with 3 types of fish and a marinara flavor with hint of lobster. Unfortunately, this restaurant is an hour away, so I cant get here enough, but definitely worth the drive.

Review №10

2023-06-18 04:59:12

Came in for a bday dinner and had the worst experience due to the service we received from Griselda the racist waitress. All smiles with all other tables. But with us she was rolling her eyes every time she came by and had major attitude. Completely ruined my experience. We were a very low maintenance table with everyone ordering a cocktail and an entree along with appetizers.

Review №11

2023-11-21 04:42:46

Nicely decorated inside for Christmas and gave it a nice ambiance. We got the sirloin, shrimp, and fish and chips and they were tasty.

Review №12

2023-06-08 02:40:10

We had lunch here and it was absolutely amazing. I had the linguine with clams and my husband had the mahi tacos. We shared the caramel apple cheese cake. All of it was amazing.

Review №13

2023-11-25 01:25:24

Atmosphere was everything we expected, beautiful and perfect location. Unfortunately, both our appetizers did not come out at all, and our server only checked on us one time. The food was decent, but Id recommend trying other seafood restaurants around before this one.

Review №14

2023-01-16 23:04:47

I had an absolutely pleasant experience here! I was in from out of town and looking for a place still open for dinner. I ended up picking this spot and I was so pleased with my meal and the service! My waiter was helpful and kind. I ordered the Ahi Tuna for my meal. Delicious. Then knowing Mud Pie is my favorite dessert I had to give it a try and it did not disappoint. I would love to go back and may even plan a visit to Seal Beach just to go back here! I’ve already recommended Walt’s Wharf to friends and have just been raving about my time there. I’m a fan!

Review №15

2021-06-27 19:41:47

Reservation was not required for lunch. We were seated promptly, and we ordered the clam chowder, it was good! I had the almadine trout, it was okay. My friend ordered the fish and chips which was good. For dessert, we ordered their cookies & cream, not my favorite. Service was very fast as we had barely finished the clam chowder before our main course arrived. Overall good food and service!

Review №16

2023-08-07 15:23:57

We came in on a Sunday around 4:45. Our server was Alex. He was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We also never had to wait long even though the restaurant was getting busy. Thank you, Alex. Of course, we started with the artichoke dip. As usual, it was amazing. I had the Hibiscus sour and salmon tacos. We enjoyed everything that we ordered. Ive been coming to this restaurant since I was a kid. The service and food are always on point.

Review №17

2023-09-11 19:45:27

Thus is a very nice and casual restaurant. I would have given our experience 5-stars but I felt the prices were a bit on the high side. Perhaps to be expected in a beach community and only a few blocks from the beach on the Main Street. All things considered, I would dine there again.Oh yes, this restaurant has been in the family for a LONG time. I would consider it part of Seal Beach history.

Review №18

2022-02-21 15:01:27

Amazing experience, food, and its only a block from the pier.Very friendly and accommodating staff. We dine outdoors since we had our pup with us.I ordered the pasta Pescatore, and my significant other ordered Macadamia Halibut. The food was absolutely delicious. We both cleaned our plate .The Pescatore cause was perfect. Did not have a fish taste. The noodles were thick, which was a fantastic choice for this dish. The chunks of fish, and cherry tomatoes paired amazing. The sourdough bread pairs great with the sauce.The macadamia fish was cooked perfectly. Skin was even tasty. It sits on top of brown rice, and a mango tasting puree of sorts. Everything tasting so delicious when all together.

Review №19

2022-09-06 04:11:53

It was one of the worst experiences we’ve ever had on my wife’s birthday. 1) Just for 2 small just OK dishes, 2 deserts and 2 teas we paid $120… 🙈; 2) Chocolate bomb cake was so horrible, we just left it as is. No chocolate flavor at all. Just sugar with brown color. Mud pie was OK. Nobody asked us if we liked our food or if we did not and why; 3) Lady at the desk at the entrance did not pay attention to us at all for about 10 mins; 4) They constantly took complimentary bread away from us (3 times) without even asking us. I had to ask each time to bring it back; 5) Bread was spoiled. I told them about it. Nobody said sorry.; 6) Plates and utensils looked like they found it in trash - all dented, scratched, chipped off and looked horrible. See pictures attached; 7) Black hair in desert (we are all blond); 8) Was a mess on a table right next to us for a long time; 9) All other restaurants and cafes have much better patio design and at least some flowers and etc. This one has nothing. Here you will find just simple outdated tables and chairs. Nor nice nor cozy here. We decided to try this restaurant just because it’s one of the famous places in Seal Beach, but it is definitely in our black list now.They only good thing was is that waitresses were friendly and attentive. No complaints here.Please read all the negative reviews here first and a lot of them are from people who have been visiting this place for years and even they said “never again”. Trust them.

Review №20

2023-07-20 20:47:59

My son took me out for lunch, it was amazing! He had lobster and steak, I had grilled scallops. The waitress was on top of I! Professional, friendly, and service was quick without compromising the quality of the meal. My grilled scallops were amazing! Definitely will go back

Review №21

2022-12-06 01:36:14

My family has celebrated our annual Christmas Ornament tradition at Walts Wharf for about 24 years now. We love it here and cant think of anywhere else we would rather be. The food, the service and atmosphere are excellent.

Review №22

2023-08-27 19:48:09

We waited for 40 minutes they were very busy. Happy to say it was well worth it!! Our waiter Alex was very nice and very attentive took very good care of us Thank you Alex!. We highly recommend the sourdough bread, crab cakes, and the Caramelized King Salmon. We will definitely be back!

Review №23

2022-08-16 01:05:14

Yum-superbly grilled mahi with perfectly cooked, crisp Brussel sprouts and coconut rice. Served with a citrus sauce. Hella good oysters. The seafood pasta dishes sounded fantastic. I would go back. Pro tip-happy hour specials only at the bar.

Review №24

2022-09-17 01:01:17

Really wanted to love this, Im crazy for Cioppino ($42 here) but their broth was just too mild, not enough depth. More tomatoes and garlic, wine and cooking time? If you are ever around Monterey Bay I highly suggest Phils at Moss Landing.

Review №25

2023-10-31 16:30:25

Near the wharf this is an easy place to find and if very well worth entering. The place is warm, beach and old wood sthrough-out. The staff were friendly and efficient. Cocktails and wine served and enjoyed. We shared a shrimp cocktail and were impressed by the presentation and quality, fresh, not frozen. This is a great starter. We both ordered the Chiopino and were not disappointed. The highlite was a half lobster tail on top but actually, the soup and the fish and clams were our favorite as it seemed to be a bit over the top. This is a comfort food that is overlooked by many because they have never had it before. Trust me, it is worth every penny and you will thank me for the experience.

Review №26

2023-07-17 22:34:17

Family has been coming here for over 30yrs, but the last time was around 12yrs ago. I was super excited to come back and very saddened by my food. Walts salad was excellent, but the calamari was rubbery and so was the mixed seafood platter. Only really good thing on the platter was the fish. Others at the table had the fish and chips and the crab cakes which they both very much enjoyed.

Review №27

2022-07-12 22:48:16

This place was great!!!!I ended up at Seal Beach one evening, and turns out I got hungry. Weird!Anyways, I wanted something unique and fresh. Hello, Walts Wharf!My server was great and knowledgeable, able to inform me that the fish I ordered was caught local and recently delivered.For appetizer, I chose the Pacific Ahi Sashimi, which was fantastic.Afterwards, I went for the Oak Grilled Mahi Mahi from the Grill. And let me just tell you..... It was splendid!!!!I recommend you check out Seal Beach for the laid back vibes, and dont leave without filling up at Walts Wharf!!!

Review №28

2023-08-31 22:07:33

My family has been going here for years but no more. The fish we ordered looked and smelled like it was well past its time and the servers were both rude and annoying as they tried over and over to take our bowls of soup before we were done. Also, manager had an attitude and was very defensive. Walt would not have approved of the way things are now. Unfortunately, this place is going downhill fast. Dont waste your money; there are better restaurants down the street. Keep walking.

Review №29

2023-08-14 03:52:20

We ate there tonight. Not very pleased with the speed of service, especially since the food was just so-so and overpriced. I mean, an $18 Cesar salad? Really? Then there was the hour it took us to get our food, after we ordered. I dont know how many chefs they have, but it clearly wasnt enough. Nothing against our waiter. He tried his best but I just think the restaurant isnt managed well. We never saw the manager the entire night, or I could have expressed my dissatisfaction. Most restaurants will make sure the manager goes to each table at least once. Not here. I guess that maybe its just kind of a tourist joint, and they dont rely too much on repeat business. We wont be back.

Review №30

2023-07-24 23:32:55

We celebrated our son’s 21st birthday dinner here and everything was excellent! Savanah was wonderful and extremely proficient while being an absolute delight.We had:CalamariSpicy steamed clamsClam chowderCrab legsThe Mixed GrillFish n chipsBlackened catfish (me! My favorite)Come early if possible as it fills up really fast, regardless, it’s worth the wait for sure.

Review №31

2022-10-22 02:14:59

Really nice spot a couple blocks from the pier. They have a great drink menu with lots awesome mixed drinks. Really good prices for how much you get. Ordered the salmon tacos with a side if soup. Sooo goood, also their bread is dank too!

Review №32

2019-10-20 23:19:17

Simply put, this place hits all the points: great ambiance/decor, excellent service, food looks as good as it tastes. The halibut was cooked to perfection. No joke. Even the coffee was great. You know some restaurants have great food but coffee is meh. This place has great everything.

Review №33

2023-12-06 01:53:37

Food and service was excellent, will be coming back.

Review №34

2023-07-04 04:36:03

Was looking forward to dinner at Walt’s with my family. We loved coming here growing up, and wanted to continue the tradition. It ended up being very disappointing. The snapper was not good. We had waters refilled once.At one point, rather than passing them out, a staff member handed 8 plates with forks and knives on top to my father to pass out. In the process, the plates and everything dropped, breaking two glasses of wine, and spilling them on him and all over the table. When it came time to pay, we wanted to ensure the bill would be adjusted to reflect the spilled wine (it was around $150 for each bottle and we bought two). The waitress had to ask the manager and she took off $15 dollars. My dad went to discuss with the manager (who had never come up to us despite the incident) and she told him that he should not have taken the stack of plates from the staff member and that he was at fault. She told him that he was being rude. We were appalled that someone who is supposed to help you was making the customer feel like a burden. We left incredibly disappointed and sad. The manager ran off one of the members of our party as well when he attempted to address the situation. We have never encountered such terrible service and will spend our money elsewhere in the future, as should you.

Review №35

2023-08-28 17:44:09

Food quality has really gone down. I had a Cesar salad with grilled chickenNo dressing on the lettuce, no parmesan cheese! I only got a tiny amount of lettuce. It was supposed to be mainly salad with chicken breast added. They seemed to forget the salad! Dont waste your money there! Drinks were weak.

Review №36

2021-05-27 22:03:07

Very delicious lunch today with great service dining inside the restaurant. The rolls were especially tasty for starters. Enjoyed the Cream of Asparagus soup and the Wedge Salad. We had the Trout Almandine and the Mahi Mahi burger with fries. The grilled Mahi Mahi was some of the best I ever had... perfectly cooked and still juicy and tender.

Review №37

2023-07-27 00:41:38

Really cool older eclectic bar and restaurant. Smells like smoked meat (omg the best) and cool and different food options. We just had some HH beer and fries swimming in clam chowder and loved it. Great friendly staff. Will come again if we are in town!

Review №38

2021-10-24 19:42:48

We always have great time here but yesterday was very special. We had a server that met all of our needs and more. The food was great but our server was better. Thank you so much. Didnt catch her name but she was small girl with a black covering on her hair!

Review №39

2022-07-21 04:57:39

Food was amazing. Nothing over cooked and seasoned just perfect. The Chef did an amazing job. Cant wait to come back!

Review №40

2021-08-04 03:23:10

2021 - Walts is open! Theyve added an outdoor seating area along the sidewalk which is perfect on a summers evening! Our server, Kaitlyn, was friendly and on top of things. Clam Chowder was delicious and fish dishes were also good..Halibut a tad overcooked but the Mango salsa saved it. Save room for ice cream from one of the shops along the boardwalk!2019 - Excellent seafood options in a friendly, comfortable atmosphere located in the charming seaside town of Seal Beach. Spend some time before or after dinner strolling down the main street window shopping or walking out to the end of the pier.

Review №41

2023-06-18 06:30:16

It is always good and always clean but the prices just keep going up makes you consider the value. Tonight’s special was Sea Bass . I had fish and chips my wife some sort of chowder and what looked like seafood spaghetti to me. One glass of wine for her me Jack on the rocks $125.00. Nice place but the value is slipping for me .

Review №42

2023-05-07 23:38:05

Phenomenal service, excellent food, great portions and not over priced. Our waiter was Alex S and he definitely came through with 5 star customer service. We had the 1/2 dozen oysters, halibut and clam chowder. All three were top notch. Cant go wrong coming here.

Review №43

2018-08-15 04:26:37

This restaurant is just as good as I remember it! The seafood is always cooked perfectly, the flavors in the food pair nicely and the wine selection is great! I always get their artichoke as a starter its oaked smoked and you can definitely taste it. I tried their red seafood curry and it was amazing. The portion size of the seafood was generous filled with a ton of flavor. I will definitely come back!

Review №44

2019-12-01 02:04:23

We sat at the bar tonight and ordered cocktails and oysters. While we chatted with the staff we watched everything they were making and asking questions. It all looked amazing but we were pub crawling tonight and pacing ourselves!The bar has different happy hour appetizers Monday thru Friday. The menu looked pretty good.We watched as they made oyster shooters, humongous shrimp cocktails, ahi poke salad, steamed clams, short rib ravioli, hot seafood platters and more. It was awesome! Definitely coming back to eat here. I don’t think anything is bad and lots to chose from.Mai tai was delicious and so was the Smokey passion. Our bar neighbors had wine and martinis. A few tv’s in the bar had college football on.Great atmosphere, lots of locals, friendly staff.

Review №45

2023-10-21 22:26:12

We paid $78.00 for 2 crab legs. Total rip off. Mahi Mahi was so over cooked it was like card board. Server was nice.BUT 2 CRAB LEGS for $78.00 That just nuts.Never going back!

Review №46

2022-07-25 17:20:27

This wax my first time here and the food was really good. I got the halibut worth Brussel spirits and walts rice. My babies got chicken fingers to split. For dessert I got the cookies and cream. Sorry I inhaled my dinner without taking pictures.

Review №47

2023-08-13 18:10:10

Weve been coming here for over 25 years, but yesterdays visit was a disappointment. My wifes grilled artichoke was small and undercooked and there was some liquid on my plate that made half the fries soggy. Too expensive for what little we were able to eat.

Review №48

2019-03-11 23:48:39

Maybe the Walts food experience was over sold but our meals were okay, not great. Linguine with clams was standard, the grilled vegetable plate the same. My husbands steamed mussels were horrible, huge and overcooked, tough and chewy. Service was good, ambience okay.

Review №49

2020-02-13 01:53:56

Good customer service but the food left alot to be desired. We ordered crab cakes and calamari for appetizers. The calamari was great. The crab cakes were mostly breading. There was very little crab in them and they werent very well seasoned. The coleslaw was great and homemade and the fries were great. The cod fish had a weird taste to it. Two of our party had the cod fish and both had stomach aches after eating a few bites of it. The fish was not seasoned at all, but it seemed as if the batter was very lightly seasoned but not well enough to carry the taste of the fish.The two of our party who ordered the fish werent eating the fish and the waiter noticed that it wasnt being touched and offered to remove it from the bill. He offered to replace it with something else. The manager came over and apologized and wanted to ensure that we werent leaving hungry. The restaurant has a very nice atmosphere and the service team was great.

Review №50

2023-06-28 18:34:53

Gr8 food. Even better service! Busy, but quiet enough for the four of us to have a pleasant conversation. No pictures because the food looked so good that I forgot:(

Review №51

2018-02-25 16:00:16

First time here. Obviously we have been missing out. We already have another plan to go back. We only had appetizers and drinks but so delicious! Simple ingredients crafted perfectly. You can make reservations online too. Highly recommend making reservations or you will have a wait on the weekends for sure. Completely worth the wait though. We cant wait to go back!

Review №52

2023-06-26 19:18:31

Its a place that a boyfriend and I used to frequent..he and I went and had blacked sashimi (2). They serve the best!! We also shared the halibut..tasty!!

Review №53

2021-05-07 04:12:41

Walt’s Wharf has always been a family favorite and I was SO sad when they closed! But now they’re back and just as good as ever. I had an amazing dinner here and I already can’t wait to come back. Their new parklet is really cute and super warm! Thanks to the heat lamps you hardly even know you’re outside.The service was great and super attentive and of course the lobster ravioli was to die for. My only wish is that there had been even more of it! I’m sure I’ll be back soon - there were so many other dishes I want to try!

Review №54

2023-09-19 03:38:14

Waitress was sub par. We had to ask for bread and butter...twice. We had to ask for water....twice! Food was amazing as always. But very disappointed in the service.

Review №55

2018-11-13 02:56:42

Good service and very good food！one of the best lobster I ever had here. Mixed seafood grill really vivid my day.

Review №56

2023-06-25 01:34:21

Went here for lunch today. Great location in downtown Seal Beach. The wife and I decided to split someitems- the smoked fish and raw oyster appetizers, cup of clam chowder and the Mahi taco lunch. Enjoyed everything, chowder tasty and loaded with classic, smoked fish was delicious. Tacos needed something but Mahi was good. Overdid it when we.ordered what was a generous slice of carrot cake. My wife loved it, I eat mostly icing on carrot cakes! Service was great and attentive. Great lunch overall.

Review №57

2022-05-29 19:09:30

Walt’s Wharf is a landmark in downtown Seal Beach. The seafood is top notch. The building was built in 1920 and has kept its cozy and relaxing feel.The crab legs are our favorite. All of the seafood is cooked perfectly and you can taste the freshness.The Walt’s salad was ahead of its time. It’s very healthy with nuts and fruit. The dressing is good too.The appetizers are delicious too. We love the coconut crusted shrimp, stone crab cakes,jumbo shrimp cocktail, ahi sashimi and moreIt’s named after the founder, Walt, who was a dentist who want Ed to create a seafood restaurant locally. He used to bring the fish in on his boat. Walt’s Wharf also has great wine from their own vineyard - definitely a great entrepreneur family!The mix of the delicious fresh food and the cozy, fun feeling is perfect for enjoying a drink or meal with friends and family.Enjoy every bite and let’s keep supporting this local jewel.

Review №58

2023-06-18 03:17:18

The bar had a wonderful ambiance, kinda upscale cheers. Im always on the hunt for a good margarita and so often disappointed. Not this time! The wonderful woman behind the bar made a perfect margarita with a twist (spicy watermelon) that was superb! I also took her suggestion and ordered the mahi mahi tacos. I made my happy dance while eating them. Overall, the visit was perfection and was a nice ending to my weird, rollercoaster trip to CA.

Review №59

2022-08-02 03:38:44

I decided to give them a third chance and again was highly disappointed, I ordered chicken Alfredo and $22 extra to add a lobster tail cut up to go with the chicken paying a total of $55 as a to go dinner, only to get home and find a few pieces of chicken and microscopic pieces of lobster in a big box of pasta I was very disappointed to say the least. The chef is doing a great job helping the restaurant make money and terrible at satisfying the customers. Save your money and go to Spaghettini they are the real deal awesome real food! I will Never go back to Walters even though I live one block away. Disappointed all three times!

Review №60

2022-08-23 07:55:20

Shared: Market Oysters, Mahi Mahi Tacos (served with black beans and rice), Fish & Chips, and The Chocolate Bomb for dessert. Such a great experience! Comfortable, heated outdoor seating, friendly and fast service, and overall BOMB 💣💥 food... what more could we have asked for?!

Review №61

2021-09-25 11:55:52

I tried the Moscow Mule; it doesn’t taste as good as it looks. But the clam chowder was decent.Older decor, but that’s part of the charm. Staff friendly.

Review №62

2022-03-25 00:09:25

Food was okay, piece of grilled fish half the size of a credit card, two bites and it was done!! Filled the plate with veggies and rice to make it look like there was more than what there was!! Service was probably the worst my wife and I have ever had at a restaurant!! She spent more time at other tables, talking and hugging, than she did at our table!! Never checked with us once to see if we needed anything!! Another beer or fill up of ice tea would have been nice!! Drove from Corona to enjoy a special evening, she ruined it!!

Review №63

2023-07-17 02:40:56

A local institution with good food and hard-working staff members. The street scene outside was overcrowded with tourists. The restaurant itself was fairly noisy and crowded.

Review №64

2023-10-13 01:36:38

I was really excited to try this place but unfortunately, somewhere along the way of making the food, it must have been handled incorrectly. Which left me with a horrible stomach flu.

Review №65

2022-05-17 16:28:45

I had not been here for several years and I forgot how delicious the food is at this place. Amazing fresh seafood, the service was great, ambience was great. Highly recommend.

Review №66

2022-06-29 22:48:04

The ladies at the front counter, where you put your name down upon arrival, to wait for a table... 1 of the young ladies was a bit rude. She was too busy chatting and not listening when I tried to give her my cell #. But our server was very attentive. The food was excellent. So...

Review №67

2023-10-22 18:31:21

My family has been going here for many years. Weve always loved the food and service.

Review №68

2023-07-30 16:42:30

Celebrated our Anniversary. We had our first date here in 1989.Leave room for dessert!

Review №69

2018-11-04 08:35:06

A busy seafood restaurant in a historic two story building on Main St/Old Town. Went here recently with a friend and we each had the Clam Linguini (pictured), cup of clam chowder, and a glass and a half of the Merlot. They also offer to serve freshly baked bread to your table (we were given Sourdough). The tab with tax and tip came to $90. The parking is very limited on Main St, in front of the restaurant. A short distance away (8th & Central), there is a free parking lot (from 5-10 pm everyday).

Review №70

2020-12-15 09:37:09

Owner, change the host! Last night we’ve been walking at the Seal Beach and saw that our favorite ( one day) Walts Wharf restaurant is open! It is parking lot sitting of course, but it is open! We decided to have a dinner at this place and came to the host in front of the restaurant to inquire how long the wait is. She said that we have 3 more couples in front of us and it is about 30 min wait. OK, we took some sits on the street and were patiently waiting. 30 minutes passed and the host said that there are 5 more couples in front of us. When I asked how it is possible, the host – arrogant toll masked person, probably high school drop-out based on her disrespect to people – just dismissed me and did not respond. Then my husband approached her asking the same question, she said there are 6 more couples in front of us and we have to wait for another 30 min. We waited. I feel sick today because of the cold I had to endure. During our wait there was a table open for 15 minutes but the toll arrogant host did not sit us, she was waiting for her friends, and when they eventually came, she sited them. She said we need to wait another 30 min. We left. I just wish to this toll arrogant mean lying dishonest person that her mouth will never had a foot in it whenever she needs it for the duration of her life. Our favorite restaurant is dead to us. My note to the owner – show me your host, I’ll tell you who you are. We will not be back. Disgusting service. Goodbye

Review №71

2023-01-08 00:11:50

My father and I stopped by here for lunch and I would rate this place more than 5 stars. The waitress that took our order was always smiling and friendly. The food was served hot and fresh and took about 5 minutes (quick service). I recommend the fish and chips as the fillets were plump and crispy and the fries were hot and crispy. Well worth the price. Overall, I would recommend this place if you want pleasant customer service and quality food.

Review №72

2023-04-25 03:36:27

Walts Wharf is Absolutely Amazing!!! Hands down my Moms favorite restaurant!! Its always a special treat to eat lunch here and then enjoy Seal Beach! 5 stars across the board! The Halibit is delicious and perfectly cooked every single time!! Cant wait for our next visit!! Its a must try!!

Review №73

2023-05-01 15:45:08

Very creative menu, every dish looks like a piece of art. Staff is very friendly and efficient. Lots of tables but it can get crazy (especially weekends), make a reservation if possible. Extensive beer, wine, and cocktail list also.

Review №74

2018-11-07 01:37:29

The best restaurants on main Street in Seal Beach hands down. Fresh fish and outstanding steaks prepared on an oak fire grill visible to the diners. In the past 15 years Im hard pressed to recall a single bad meal Ive ever eaten here. For appetizers the grilled artichoke is highly recommended. For entrées ask your server about the daily specials or consider one of the oak grilled offerings. If you have any room left, the dessert here is just as good as the entrées. Of note, Walts does not take reservations but does have first come first serve bar seating as well as a pager system.

Review №75

2022-08-31 01:01:34

A really authentic seafood restaurant that’s easy access to Seal beach. I had chowder and it’s meets standard of a New Englander. Also had the clams and nice Pinot. Jeffrey was the ultimate host.

Review №76

2017-06-19 14:48:40

Excellent food and service, the food is pricey but well worth it, plenty of different options for food and drink. If you are looking to spend some money and enjoy quality service and seafood this is the place to be.

Review №77

2023-06-13 20:19:34

Had a wonderful family dinner great place for seafood on Main St. Large wine menu. We had a great time and will be going back again for sure.

Review №78

2023-02-14 03:17:54

Expensive place with very poor service and food. Went to Walts the day before Valentines day to avoid the rush. We had been there about 6 months ago and everything was OK. We arrived at 430. Asked waiter about the 64 dollar mixed seafood grill. He said all items were oak grilled and enough to share. I ordered the seafood grill for my wife and I ordered a 19.00 burger. I noticed her not saying much about her dinner. She said taste this I tasted it and it was terrible. She had eaten enough to not send it back If she would have told me to taste it at the beginning back it would have gone.I did notice when I went to the restroom that flames were coming up past the grate on the grill which is a sign that coals are not ready to cook yet it puts an almost chemical taste to your food. They cook with oak which should not add an overbearing tast to anything grilled. My burger had no flavor at all. Never saw a waiter again until we were ready to leave. I only had three bites of my burger Wife took most of her overpriced smokey seafood home. Lobster the size of an 7 dollar lobster you get the grocery store Everything was cooked properly though. After a long wait we flagged down a waiter not the one that took our original order to ask for a box and the bill. I did tell him we were dissatisfied with our dinner and the service. He came back with the check and said he talked to the manager and they took the flavourless burger off the bill. Very overpriced place with horrible service. Restaurant was not very busy service should have been great. Wife and I dine out a lot and I have reviewed quite a few restaurants and hate to give a review like this. Hopefully someone will read it and look into the problems.

Review №79

2023-03-26 00:58:35

I am editing my previous review to update.There was an issue when I bought a gift card for my sons birthday and it wasnt delivered. It appears that was the result of a perfect storm.The management did reach out and took my issue and worked hard to resolve it. They felt terrible about what happened and were genuinely concerned about resolving it to our satisfaction.This was great and its nice to see a business that truly cares about making things right.I would confidently buy a gift card from them again.

Review №80

2023-11-13 04:40:30

This a great place to eat in old town Sunset Beach. Parking can be a little hard but its worth it.

Review №81

2023-03-16 00:20:31

Amazing experience for dinner! I had the mixed grill with a wedge salad and the creme brulee for dessert and it was all amazing. My server Alex was also awesome. Highly recommend if youre in Seal Beach to grab a meal at Walts Wharf

Review №82

2022-02-18 05:26:03

Its really nice and cozy, good food and Excellent service. Great wines. Delicious dessert!

Review №83

2023-07-29 03:37:24

No issues, this place was great! Been coming here for years and never a complaint, food always fresh and delicious...

Review №84

2023-02-10 07:20:54

Excellent experience. We got there Thursday, Feb 9th, 2023, and there are plenty of seats available at 5 pm., but the bar seating area is starting to get full. By the time we left, all seating had been taken up..all tables full at 6:30 pm. Friendly and efficient waitress and food delivery folks. Our water glasses were maintained full. Good service and good food. Street parking.

Review №85

2022-08-08 14:05:48

We were invited to Walts for an Anniversary dinner here with friends while on vacation. The service was fantastic! Because of an allergy, I chose the Chicken Alfredo. So good! I think this dish had the most chicken Ive ever had. I would definitely order again. A couple people we were with ordered the fish and chips and that looked really good as well. Highly recommend this place!

Review №86

2023-04-27 22:47:31

Fun and professional staff. Amazing oak aroma. Menu change since reopen thats pretty good. Very accommodating kitchen. Some cool secret menu items. Great locals.

Review №87

2021-04-29 07:43:38

Excellent clam chowder and seafood main dish. Great service.

Review №88

2023-08-12 08:08:41

Good service, nice ambiance.Food was ok but nothing I would have looked forward to do again.

Review №89

2023-03-07 01:39:48

Popped in for a tasty Bloody Mary...nibbled on the oak grilled artichoke, mowed through the smoked fish platter and polished off a bowl of clam chowder. Walts keeps puttin it out...decade after decade. Excellent food, nice little bar and great location.

Review №90

2023-02-13 14:32:56

Great seafood choices. We had a party of four. All appetizers and entrees were excellent. The waiter was helpful and timely without being a bother. Not cheap, but worth the price

Review №91

2023-03-10 14:37:15

Wait time to get a table on a Thursday night at 6 was 15 minutes, which wasnt too bad and with the wait. The grilled salmon tacos were great. Cant wait to try the other offerings next time!

Review №92

2023-04-25 17:52:23

First time here, clam chowder is wonderful the sourdough bread was warm so the butter just melted on perfectly! Fish and chips were flavorful and the chicken alfredo was so creamy 🤤

Review №93

2023-01-06 19:13:37

Came in on new years eve, while they said there could be a 45 minute wait we were seated almost immediately! A pretty casual place but the food was anything but casual. I had their king salmon, which in addition to being cooked to perfection had an amazing glaze. Its seafood do the prices are high, but not obsenely expensive. Id say that the food was nearly half the price of other high class seafood restaurants Ive been to yet matched if not exceeded them in quality! I also enjoyed the restraunt itself- our server was a very charming and she was very knowledgeable about the menu. I visited with my family but I will be back to have a date night here!All in all: great food, nice atmosphere, and good staff. Would recommend to others and will be back again myself.

Review №94

2023-01-29 12:27:24

I use to live in Seal Beach and I would frequent this restaurant weekly. The device is great and the food is phenomenal. The best desert is the Meyer lemon cake. Sometimes I would order 2 . 🤣. Now, when I return to Burbank to work, I always plan a trip to Seal Beach to dine at Walt’s.

Review №95

2021-07-03 01:42:51

Back to Walt’s for dinner again (Seafood) Yummmy!

Review №96

2018-04-26 20:35:52

This is an awesome restaurant to have perfectly prepared and fresh seafood. We had a wonderful celebratory lunch yesterday, and enjoyed the food immensely! They are a bit pricey $$$, but well worth it for perfectly executed food and great service. The only caveat is that parking is difficult.

Review №97

2022-08-28 23:02:49

We had a fantastic experience here. The server was great and offered some great suggestions of drinks to go with the meal. My husband ordered the Caramel Salmon and it was positively heaven. We made a joke about having to come back for dinner the next night when we live an hour away. Seriously, we will be coming back every time we come in town.

Review №98

2020-02-02 07:56:08

Amazing lunch spot! Blackened Catfish was incredible and mouth watering!

Review №99

2023-02-04 22:29:12

UPDATE: FOOD POISONING! The night of visiting this restaurant, after making the review, my husband got food poisoning from the trout. I didnt think it important to mention this, but I was waiting for the restroom for 3ish mins and a worker flushed and came out without washing. Im not saying this contributed, but its gross and coupled with the food poisoning and over priced, bland fish, we will not be back.Went on a Friday at 230pm with a party of 5. Sat immediately. Clean restrooms, but u walk through the service area. The waitress, McKayla, was amazing. She realized we didnt like an entree and insisted we not pay for it and gave us extra soup. She was very attentive as well.We ordered 2 articoke dips (4 out of 5 stars), oysters (4/5), fish & chips (3/5), Idaho trout almondine (3.5), macadamia nut crusted halibut (3.5/5), caramelized king salmon (2.5/5 the caramelized part was not good), & baked snapper (2/5). Most of the fish was bland and the toppings/flavors did not add anything to it. Clam chowder was the best Ive ever tasted, green beans were great, mashed potatoes, rice pilaf & side salad were good, & asparagus was ok.For the price ($300 w/ tip & tax) I wouldnt go back. Theres better fish for less $$.

Review №100

2023-11-01 21:55:41

Food was good and the service was good. Location was great.

Review №101

2022-11-11 21:41:46

Both of us had fantastic meals. I got the Snapper Casino, wife got the Walts Salad. Both were delicious. They also had a great selection of beers, wines, and cocktails. Or server Heather did an outstanding job.

Review №102

2022-10-20 20:59:30

The staff is fantastic along with the food n drinks! The chef DJ cooked everything perfectly! The bloody Mary was great! Ive taken my mom and plan on going back very soon.

Review №103

2023-07-25 02:24:11

Great summer fresh peach shortcake!...Manager Mike accommodating with request for different twist with crabcake sandwich

Review №104

2018-07-04 11:00:39

If youre looking for a delicious place right next to the beach, this place is for you! The food was to die for and the views were pretty spectacular as well!

Review №105

2023-10-05 06:21:47

Very nice place. The food and service was excellent.

Review №106

2022-03-24 03:21:50

This place was bomb! Total surprise as we stopped on our way home from the beach. We had the steamed clams and oak grilled seafood platter to share. Loved every bite! Our waitress, savannah, was awesome! She was a great server and had great recommendations. Will definitely come back! Thank you!

Review №107

2019-07-28 00:24:26

Great seafood, ambiance and service - outstanding seafood restaurant, great service by Brooke. Nice smoked albacore platter! Chloe was outstanding in providing exceptional service!

Review №108

2023-06-22 16:15:13

Update. Still a lovely place with excellent service. Bar staff and waitress were exceptional.BUT the fish? Three orders: blacked salmon tacos, blacked mahi, grilled mahi: all overcooked and dry.Blacked spice was so salty we started to scrape it off. Even coated in lime it ruined the dish.Bottom line: An unpleasant dining experience that cost $50+ total per person.Salads were delicious. Chowder -absolutely delicious and east coast authentic! But when your main entree is worse than the local chipotle, you gotta go elsewhere.

Review №109

2023-02-22 03:25:21

My wife and I have made Walts Wharf a destination for seafood on special occasions. The trout almondine was grilled perfectly. The catfish was prepared nicely with a mild sauce. The location is a few blocks from the pier. We will be coming back again!

Review №110

2019-08-04 00:00:05

Fabulous food and atmosphere. Must go locally owned historic restaurant in Seal Beach downtown.

Review №111

2023-07-27 13:18:18

One of my favorite places - everything from wood grill is simply fabulous.

Review №112

2023-01-20 22:42:40

My mom and I ate here for lunch and had good food and amazing service. Our waitress, Kaitlyn, was a very attentive server with a great personality. We definitely will be coming back

Review №113

2021-08-15 14:27:23

We had to come back again after the great food we had yesterday.This time we just had a shrimp cocktail and bowl of their fantastic chowder as we werent very hungry. Still a great experience. This time we sat in a different area which was less formal. It was a fun, although very loud. The service just as good as in the other dining area.

Review №114

2023-04-09 00:20:01

Excellent seafood. Macadamia crusted halibut was excellent. Service is excellent. Location on Main Street in Seal Beach is a nice area to walk around.

Review №115

2022-05-11 17:50:01

It’s tough to do Monday Birthday dinner. I love this restaurant and their food. I’ve been coming here for years. It was disappointing when they changed the menu and there was no more salad or soup that came with the main course on top of already high prices for main dishes.I notified the waiter that it was my husband’s birthday. You would think he would care at least a bit to make it somewhat special.We ordered the artichokes, never received the bread. For main course my husband ordered lobster tails $50 and asked to substitute mashed potatoes for pea sprouts. I specified that he loves pea sprouts, we only wanted to substitute mashed potatoes. I Repeated pea sprouts and asparagus pleaseSo he got the Brussels sprouts instead. Not the same!!!We mentioned that it wasn’t right supposed to be asparagus and pea sprouts. The waiter brought asparagus nothing mentioned about the pea sprouts.Lobster tails were pretty small and not very specialWe got the bill, no candle or not even a tiny scoop of ice creamLike it was some regular boring dinner. It was very disappointing

Review №116

2023-10-02 01:17:20

Wonderful

Review №117

2023-09-26 13:05:54

Amazing food... always! The grilled artichoke and Carmelized salmon are to die for. Nothing on their menu is not fantastic.

Review №118

2023-02-14 10:40:11

Really enjoyed a business dinner at Walts Wharf, food was top notch, as was the service too. I had the Clams followed Blackened Catfish with Cilantro Cream; washed down with a couple of glasses of really tasty beer, James Brown Ale, from the James River Brewery (not unlike Newcastle Brown Ale from the UK).

Review №119

2023-05-23 17:07:28

My meal was good. My family had 2 meals that were not good. It was a birthday dinner, and a desert was offered. It was terrible! Bread pudding. When the waitress asked, How was the desert ? we replied it was terrible. The waitress did not offer to bring us a substitute. Not even plain icecream. An excuse was offered, management rotates event deserts.

Review №120

2023-07-24 00:57:02

Best Seafood Restaurant in SoCal

Review №121

2022-01-11 14:36:33

This is a nice restaurant but way to high in price. My first time there the service was super good, very good waiter with a great personality. But my last time I ate there the tall young many with a ponytail was horrible, zero personality, poor service. The overall staff looked sloppy dressed, ladies that were serving looked like they just woke up. My suggestion to the Walt ownership tighten up the teams appearance and teach them better customer service

Review №122

2023-05-02 16:35:06

Great food and cocktails, especially the salmon and halibut. Loved the smoked fish platter. Great service

Review №123

2020-02-04 01:00:49

Food was excellent..nice ambiance...after you eat u can take a walk on the pier..

Review №124

2019-03-28 23:09:23

Super delicious King Crab Legs!! First time with the crab wrench LOL! I will admit some small pieces of crab meat flew against the wall...whoops 🤗First raw oyster too...more king crab legs for me please!

Review №125

2023-03-27 22:13:22

The most disappointing aspect was the food; the quality was good... fresh. The flavor and preparation was a letdown. Family bland, and the calamari was overcooked.

Review №126

2021-10-26 19:56:36

Wonderful restaurant! The diver scallops are tender, melt-in-your-mouth delicious; the king salmon was amazing; the red snapper was incredible - everything was perfect.Great service, great cocktails (I recommend Walt’s Moscow Mule, the ginger beer really works), and overall a great place to eat.

Review №127

2022-02-19 04:12:57

Whenever Im im Huntington Beach area this is one of my favorites to stop in for a wonderfully prepared, great service and not long wait time kinda restaurant. Love the idea of the environment they are going for but some tables do seem a bit close but other than that you cant go wrong. Ive yet to have been served any item from the menu that was disappointing. The service is absolutely fantastic. If you ever do need something someone will there in no time to assure your dining experience is a great one.One of the main things I look for when dining anywhere is knowledgeable staff! Oh good lord I cant stress that enough to restaurants. Whether it be fine dining or even a ma and pop restaurant. Knowledgeable staff is a huge bonus for customers. I give more of a tip for staff like this. So another great service offered here! Ill be back!

Review №128

2022-08-28 04:44:52

They advertise little neck steamed clams but they were pretty small. More like manilla clams. Very slow for a restaurant that asks you to leave after 90 minutes. The stars are more for our sever. She was great. But probably wont be back.

Review №129

2023-07-08 21:41:36

Artichokes are to die for. Great drinks. Awesome food.

Review №130

2022-02-05 16:23:15

My family of 16 ate lunch here and it was the best of the best service and food. The Staff was amazing thank you so much for treating us like family definitely a place to stop and experience while visiting the beach. Very patient with the little kids and kind. The food was so fresh and top notch. Will be visiting again! An outstanding experience, thank you so much!

Review №131

2022-02-09 18:08:08

We celebrate every birthday at Walt’s and loved this restaurant. The last two meals we had were not good. The last meal consisted of 3 meals of ono which was the special for the night. We spent over $200 on the meal and it was horrible. The fish was dry and way over cooked. The free brownie for the birthday girl was so hard you could not even get a fork in it. It saddens me but after leaving we decided that we will not go back. I loved this restaurant but now we are not going back. The manager came by and apologized but did not really do anything rectify the terrible food

Review №132

2021-08-21 15:55:12

Had to stop by and try their Grilled Artichoke, and did not disappoint! Came with three halved artichokes, plenty for 3-4 people to share as an appetizer. Loved the lemon slice and dipping sauce that was provided. Historic restaurant in a beautiful location! Indoor and outdoor seating available, classic seafood atmosphere

Review №133

2019-09-15 04:55:10

Seating was a little uncomfortable, we were 5 people getting extra cozy at a poorly placed 4 person table. The food was fantastic, which made for a great experience. The house sourdough was mild, yet flavorful and warmed. My partner and I ordered the red seafood curry and it was excellent! Also, the service was good!

Review №134

2022-05-23 10:13:38

This is a very nice restaurant that has some delicious food yet a littl3 expensive. The Seafood is delicious and your choice of side orders. Service was excellent and they have a variety of wiñe to choose from. Desert was a nice compliment to our King Salmon entree.

Review №135

2022-08-22 05:21:03

Went on a Monday afternoon an thankfully the place was empty so we sat immediately! The Mahi tacos were great for a bite an then walking around not to heavy. An the beer was good 👍

Review №136

2023-09-02 20:21:41

Great food. Very nice and expensive.

Review №137

2021-08-22 22:57:51

More than 20 years since my first visit and it’s still a consistent great choice for lunch or dinner!!! We had a brand new server and she was charming and attentive even though tired from her previous days softball game … the manager also came by and made us feel very welcome! Oh and the clam chowder is legendary!!!

Review №138

2022-12-24 19:45:56

Beautiful enclosed patio! Very upbeat waitresses! Convenient parking. The salmon plate was delicious! We had a great time!

Review №139

2022-01-30 20:17:26

This place has superb seafood! Staff is great. Ive been here several times over the years and they do not disappoint. Great place to take your wife or girlfriend if you want to impress.

Review №140

2019-10-18 14:28:45

Nice seafood good soup near the beach

Review №141

2023-09-25 06:20:44

Always excellent. Will be back. Definitely at go to place.

Review №142

2019-12-11 01:06:13

Always a family favorite. Seafood is charbroiled correctly and seasoned well. Steamed clams are real good here and never been disappointed here. Food is priced right and isnt unreasonable. Our waitress was very nice, but was a little slow is my only remark.

Review №143

2021-09-19 04:54:43

Always has been a great seafood place!!! But this time while the service was top notch and our fish & chips were cooked perfect on the outside, the inside was soggy and doughy. Other plates of Salmon on garlicky mashed and asparagus were superb as was chowder and salads.

Review №144

2021-11-10 05:10:05

Walts Warf is an exceptional seafood restaurant in Orange County. Amazing food, pricey, but you DEFINITELY get what you pay for. Service is generally quick but expect to wait a little longer on Friday/Saturday, which would be typical of any other restaurant. Oysters are always good here, and the Snapper Casino is to die for. Never had the deserts but they look really good too.Ambiance is just what youd want from a seafood restaurant, and it being right by the beach just adds to it.

Review №145

2018-09-29 02:11:37

What a wonderful experience! I came here for a reception for one of my good friends wedding. The food was amazing, the staff were wonderful. If youre ever in the area and you want to go check out some amazing seafood or steaks with a surprisingly large wine selection this is the place to go. My favorite dish was the salmon, flaky yet moist and just overall delicious.

Review №146

2019-08-24 15:29:37

Wonderful service and atmosphere. I got the fish and chips and was very satisfied. The portions were good, the bathrooms clean, and the staff friendly. The prices were a bit steep though and while the food great I dont know that I was particularly impressed for the price range. I will certainly be back though to sample other dishes and perhaps revise my opinion when I do.

Review №147

2023-10-12 16:53:14

The Sword fish is terrific 👍Lobsters wonderful and tender👍

Review №148

2019-02-24 06:05:18

My wife and I come here at least once a month. Just had dinner there tonight with some friends and it was excellent. They have some great beer on tap and I also enjoy the fish n chips. My wife loved the Halibut. Overall this is a great restaurant to take out of town guest or for date night. We enjoy waking around the shops before or after dinner.

Review №149

2017-09-01 19:29:11

Good service, lots of fresh seafood choices. Not bad prices for the beach sit down non fast food.

Review №150

2021-08-15 20:10:01

Came here a couple weeks ago with a friend and was pleasantly surprised. I had the tuna sandwich and its my new favorite! The drinks were kinda weak and the crab cakes were small, but everything tasted good. We had an appetizer, 2 entrées, and two drinks total and the bill came to $100, which is a little too expensive for what you get, in my opinion. I might treat myself every once in a while, but I wont be coming back often.

Review №151

2022-09-20 03:16:29

Very impressive had a great sea food dinner which was the lobster tails with garlic mashpotatoes and esperigus lightly butter, and a clam chowder soap with warm sourdough bread 😋 and cant forget there Limon drop Martini. Highly recommend 👌

Review №152

2022-05-31 00:58:21

Delish mussels, good service. A little too noisy in the windowed area by the bar though.

Review №153

2021-07-25 19:32:57

Not the same Walts I remember. Menu has changed with very little offerings. No crab legs or lobster offered at this seafood restaurant. Portions are very small for the price. As usual waited an hour for our food to arrive. We did have a terrific waitress though!

Review №154

2022-10-15 06:39:27

The oysters are Devine! Yummy. Everything and everyone is great!

Review №155

2019-06-10 06:10:25

Excellent seafood! Great clams, Ahi Tuna, and Scallops. Love this spot in the beautiful little city of Seal Beach!

Review №156

2023-02-20 23:38:57

Little on the pricey side but the seafood is excellent and well worth it! I had the salmon tacos and they were outstanding.

Review №157

2019-01-13 17:50:33

Consistently great, and centrally located in Seal Beach. Walts never disappoints, the food is good and service amazing. I always seem to order clam chowder, but there fish and chips are also tasty. Honestly everything here tastes great. Great for family, or a date, my parents are older and they also love this place.

Review №158

2023-01-09 02:17:29

Had a great time on New Years eve. GRILLED Artichokes amazing, Tuna blackened, and halibut grilled plus a wedge...definitely going back.

Review №159

2021-09-02 00:44:16

The food and service is fantastic at Walts Warf. Visiting from Phoenix, AZ we wanted wonderful fish and seafood. We were not disappointed. The best halibut I have ever had. The ribeye my son had was delicious also.

Review №160

2021-04-29 18:55:44

Very good. Comfortable place with many environments to sit in. Fish dishes, all done very well. And they have a large menu for steaks and sides. Excellent service. Notable selection of California wines.

Review №161

2019-08-31 15:00:06

While pricey, you were paying for a fine dinning experience.We made reservations for our anniversary and they did not disappoint. The greeters both wished us a happy anniversary as soon as they viewed our reservation. We were on time and were seated promptly.Our menus had a anniversary greeting inside them. Our server wished us a happy anniversary upon coming to the table the first time as did each individual who was helping him. That really made the night special.Our server suggested the catch of the day which was swordfish on a bed of Jasmine rice and braised brussel sprouts covered in shrimp scampi. We both had it and it was delicious. I was unable to eat all the veggies and rice because I became to full with the amount of food served.Great job making our anniversary memorable!

Review №162

2018-10-30 02:37:35

Really tasty seafoods and nice collection of wines.

Review №163

2021-08-06 04:25:11

I was very disappointed with the atmosphere at Walt’s Wharf today. It was so noisy that we could not hear each other talk at our table. There were only about 7 tables with people but there was also loud music playing. It used to have a much different feeling. However, the food was good.

Review №164

2023-07-01 22:31:32

Crab cakes and other food was ok, not bad, not great

Review №165

2022-09-16 03:25:03

This place was fantastic!!! Food was devine and our server was beyond amazing😍 Had the Alfredo so Yummy! And the bread was so fresh!5 out of 5 for sure!

Review №166

2020-03-07 16:38:04

Without a reservation, we still ended up with one of the best tables in the place. Walts served the tastiest clam chowder I have ever eaten. Amazingly delicious crusty sourdough bread accompanied our meal. We also ordered the ceviche which was exceptionally fresh. Nice mellow vibe here too. Loved it! Definite hidden gem!

Review №167

2021-12-09 18:12:04

A bit disappointed. Ordered their fish and chips. The cod fish was not fresh. As I bit into it. The outside was crispy. Ie batter. The fish was too soft. Also they did not have Babcock chardonay by the glass. How could this be. The owners own the winery and the restaurant. And finally after the meal, I realized I did not eat their good hot bread and butter. I asked the waiter whether they stop the bread service and was told only on request. Wow. What kind of waiter does not ask. Do you want the bread? Maybe I should of have tipped zero with this answer from the waiter. Will think twice to go to Walts. I used to love to eat fish and chips and a glass of Chard.

Review №168

2022-05-03 08:15:34

Mahi mahi, calamari, oysters and clams are delicious.

Review №169

2022-06-29 00:44:36

Sadly, Walts Wharf is not what it used to be. Went there for a special dinner with 14 people. Most of us ordered Walts Wharf caramelized salmon dish. All the salmon was overcooked and dry. Surf and turf lobster was midget sized - expect more for a dish priced over $100.00. The service was poor and the bread comes only if you request it. Please bring back the pre-pandemic Walts Wharf!

Review №170

2020-01-18 21:51:49

My family and I ate at Walt’s Wharf the other night. The food and desserts were all wonderful! Pricey dinner menu but you get delicious high quality food and attentive service. My entire family, 13 of us, were all happy with our food and experience here.

Review №171

2019-02-18 20:32:57

We’ve been dining at Walts Wharf for years! It’s my moms favorite restaurant so we come for her birthday every year. The seafood is so fresh, it’s like they caught it that morning. Be sure to try the artichoke for an appetizer. It’s delicious! The staff is professional and makes sure you’re taken care of. Some restaurants of this caliber aren’t very welcoming to children, but this one is! I am always nervous taking our baby to restaurants because some aren’t kid friendly. When I called to make our reservation, I informed the staff member that we had a toddler and a baby and they put us in an area where we were closed off from the restaurant. For a parent, that’s a huge relief because my baby can fuss and I don’t need to worry about dirty looks from a restaurant full of people. I highly recommend this establishment for a nice dinner out.

Review №172

2018-06-25 15:35:26

Ive known about this place for years but only recently went there for lunch and dinner. Looking for any excuse to go again and again.The food and service are both great. Seems so rare today to have really competent service and attention to detail. The beet salad for lunch was amazing. The salmon I had for dinner was mesquite-grilled perfection.

Review №173

2019-05-24 03:07:12

Ive been going to Walts wharf for 25 years. in all that time it continues to be an amazing spot for great food in a wonderful environment. All the shopping around the restaurant is a wonderful for an after-dinner stroll. The restaurant is a block from an old school wonderful pier. The food is amazing one of my favorites is the clams in a pot of broth with some wonderful cheese bread. Great wine selection of Firestone wines and just a delight to visit. A great spot for date night or any special occasion.

Review №174

2020-03-09 07:22:46

Five stars because my wife thought so! Food was great and especially the seafood is fantastic. My dad had crab legs he will tell everyone about, my wife had delicious catfish and I had amazing seafood and a mud pie I couldnt finish. 2nd time here and well come back.

Review №175

2023-04-04 14:17:43

Local seafood favorite. The fish and chips are outstanding and the house salad is awesome, too.

Review №176

2019-07-21 15:12:17

Always an excellent dining experience! Truly delicious food, polished staff, and comfortable seating. I have been coming here for years with my dad (he passed away in 06) so I brought my beau for his first time/his birthday and he loved it!

Review №177

2021-11-04 02:12:54

Still the best chowder around. Ordered the Mahi Mahi tacos, cooked perfectly but bland, no flavor, could of used some sort of sauce to moistened and compliment the fish. The carrot cake was fabulous. Been coming here since the 90s, so was a little disappointed, but usually will be the best food in OC.

Review №178

2020-02-27 23:50:33

Had lunch, oyster soup tasted ok was very thick and lacking oysters. Fresh bread served was warm and delicious. Grilled albacore sandwich was tasty, however the bread even though grilled was very oily. Almost soggy if you will. Nice location parking a challenge.

Review №179

2016-10-23 01:55:53

This used to be our favorite restaurant for many years. Last time we were there, the food had gone down in quality and the prices went up. Well, our fish and chips tonight were tough and not fresh. The grilled salad we loved so much was not as good anymore either. They also discontinued some of the wines from Argentina and Europe. California wines give me a headache. The atmosphere is still cozy but our house is cozy too. We came for the food. Just another restaurant we have to scratch of our list.

Review №180

2018-04-07 00:32:32

Wonderful food, great ambiance, just needs to train the staff better. The hostess was so snippy with me when I called back to change the time on my reservation. The waiter was overly personal, making himself a part of our anniversary dinner and tried to upsell us the whole time. I know its part of the job but his trying to get us to buy more alcohol every time he came to the table was ridiculous, especially after we told him we had to drive after dinner.

Review №181

2022-05-29 02:50:47

The food was amazing. The clam chowder is so very tasty and unique. A must try when you visit. Ashley was.a wonderful waitress!!!

Review №182

2023-07-18 22:24:32

Always great food and wonderful service

Review №183

2019-03-24 15:36:15

This place Ive been going to for 20 years. Ive been eating their steamed clams for that long as well. Great quality wonderful service and ambience. I always enjoy walking down to the pier after a great meal at this location. Parking can be a challenge in the summer so plan some time to find a spot.

Review №184

2018-11-28 06:06:23

The food was great, the service was awesome. I would have given five stars however, I ordered the fish tacos and as soon as I picked up the taco the bottom fell out ... instant taco salad. So probably cooking the tortillas a little bit longer would help to make them hold the taco together. Although it was very tasty, when your taco falls apart its annoying.

Review №185

2022-02-21 00:53:51

Always try to visit while in the area. Great service and good food!

Review №186

2019-04-07 23:15:21

This place has always the freshest seafood. Tried and true! And customer service is exceptional. From the hostess to the waiters, servers and even the manager. Went here first for Mothers day last year, and then four more times after. This place never ceases to impress me!

Review №187

2023-01-22 22:56:18

Enjoyed a business lunch there last week! Food was good, setting and service were excellent!

Review №188

2018-06-02 18:52:09

First time I have visited this restaurant. The service was outstanding and the food was delicious. They were serving the lunch menu and I ordered the Crab Louie Salad. There was a lot of seafood on my salad, they didnt skimp thats for sure. My husband got the Albacore Tuna Melt which he really enjoyed. We also had their crab cakes for an appetizer. Their crab cakes are a must order. Especially if you love crab cakes.

Review №189

2021-07-07 15:47:27

Enjoyed an early dinner with my wife the other day. Excellent oysters. Cioppino was very tasty. Good beer selection. A little on the pricey side, but worth it.

Review №190

2019-12-02 01:24:46

Great food, great service. Loved the tropical grilled shrimp salad

Review №191

2020-02-12 07:47:00

This place has been in Seal Beach forever and is a favorite of my family and friends who grew up in the area. Mesquite grilled fish and lots of yummy choices. The little ones also loved the homemade ice cream place next door.

Review №192

2019-08-29 22:19:37

I have been going to Walts Wharf for several years and they have great seafood and service for the most part. Typically they also have nice bread delivered to the table. On our last visit we were with our son and wife, and after we ordered drinks I mentioned that I didnt see the bread. I was told that they no longer served it unless asked because too much was going to waste, which seemed reasonable. I ordered the bread and received 4 very stale rolls, perhaps from lunch, that did not appear to be good quality. (I could be wrong about the quality but I have made bread for years so I usually have good judgement). I agree with the notion of cutting waste, and I dont even mind paying extra for quality bread, but when I am paying well north of $200 for a meal and drinks, not including tip, I like ALL parts of the meal to be excellent. A few nights later we were at the Original Fish Company in Los Alamitos and the first thing served were beautifully prepared rolls with butter. Quality bread, served well, really adds to the meal experience. I dont even mind asking for it or paying extra. However, when a poor product is delivered to the table it reduces the quality of the experience.

Review №193

2019-07-31 16:24:29

Best clam chowder Ive had in a while! Service is awesome and although I didnt try them, the Salads look healthy and delicious! Cod sandwich had a nice char from the grill was just what I needed after walking around the beach.

Review №194

2018-04-28 19:02:24

Rolled into Seal Beach last minute and found Walts Wharf! Old school look and feel, Id love to see a decor update...but thats me. Friendly service. Good wine list. Ingredients seemed fresh and locally sourced when available. Fish was good!

Review №195

2022-08-19 03:30:06

The food is excellent and the server was very nice.It has a great location being close to the pier you can walk over to the pierbefore or after you eat.

Review №196

2020-11-29 00:52:42

Everything was delicious! We shared a cup of claim chowder then i had the cod sandwich while Mom got the salmon. Both fishes tasted amazing (wild caught baby 😎).

Review №197

2018-10-21 18:47:19

Good beer and wine selection. We came for lunch and mostly got sandwiches and salads Service was 4/5. The ahi sandwich I had was was okay but the orzo rice and sourdough bread were really good. Really the sourdough bread is the thing that stands out the most for me.

Review №198

2019-11-23 16:53:30

The food was pricey. You can eat here for about $25-30 per person if you eat something on the cheaper side. I had a steak which was good, not dry and cooked to perfection. The steak had demiglace served on the side.I ordered the roasted brussell spouts side which was great, it had a olive oil and garlic and parsley type dipping sauce. The brussell sprouts also had some potatoes in with them. It was very nice. My meal was about $60 for one person with drink and tip. The service was fantastic in spite of them being pretty busy. It is about 2-3 blocks from Seal Beach. The atmosphere is rustic pub but they have wine and liquor as well.

Review №199

2023-01-19 03:14:43

Always have a good meal and a good time here. Love the smell of the wood fire and usually get Steamers- Ortega style...Yummy!Not cheap, but great seafood.