Barbara's Fishtrap

Category: Seafood restaurant in Half Moon Bay, California

Address: 281 Capistrano Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019, USA

Phone: +16505634465

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–8PM

Monday: 11AM–8PM

Tuesday: 11AM–8PM

Wednesday: 11AM–8PM

Thursday: 11AM–8PM

Friday: 11AM–8:30PM

Saturday: 11AM–8:30PM

Reviews

Natsuko Konishi

Aug 22, 2022

I was really excited to try this place so it was a slight disappointment when the service was sub par (waited 10min+ for the menu/water, took forever to flag the waiter etc). Food was average, what I'd expect from a seafood restaurant near the water. I saw an article about how their clam chowder was the best in the area, but it was just ok - it wasn't bad, just that I've had a lot of other chowders that are a lot more memorable. The highlight for me was the $2.50 "beer of the day" offer.

Tabor Gamblin

Jun 6, 2022

Amazing food!! The clam chowder is phenomenal and they have prawn seafood fajitas that are the best I have ever had. The prices are very reasonable as well. This iconic local stop in Half Moon Bay.

Susan H

May 10, 2022

We love Barbara's Fishtrap and go everything we are in Half Moon Bay. It's a small restaurant so expect to wait if you want to eat during meal times. There is an outside window you can pick up from and eat at a few tables outside, or sitting on the beach or grass. It's beautiful to walk on the small pier and look at the boats in their slips. There is a small beach you could swim or sit on the sand, or put your feet in the water. There is a nice parking lot which is shared with a few things right there, but usually you can find a spot if you are patient.

Elaine Chung

Dec 28, 2021

When we feel like a good bowl of clam chowder, we make our way to Barbara’s. Everything is so fresh and tasty. This is a cash only place so stop by an ATM prior to arriving or you can get cash onsite as well. Usually a long wait so come early.

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Questions & Answers

Is the take out open today?

Cornelia Chandler | Sep 4, 2018
Karen McDonald's | Sep 4, 2018

Yes take out is open

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Do you have indoor dining

Leo Suarez sr | Sep 3, 2021
Jenny Scott | Sep 3, 2021

No they don't! We waited in line for over two hours to get some if this delicious food!

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Can we order ahead by phone?

Cam Younger | Sep 3, 2021
Stephen Moon | Sep 3, 2021

I'd call and ask! 😆

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Are pets allowed on the patio?

Susan A | Jun 5, 2022
Dharma M | Jun 5, 2022

On the street one yes

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are dogs allowed?

John Jacobsen | May 6, 2022
Paul Heathcote | May 6, 2022

There are tables outside.

What are the Covid safety practices like here?

Anonymous | Sep 3, 2022
Josh Hoffman | Sep 3, 2021

The are not allowing indoor dining, only one person at a time to order just inside the door. The sidewalk is marked for spacing. They are cleaning tables after people leave. They also have portal toilets across the street with a wash station. They are actively cleaning them.

Want to make sure you’re not closed for vacation since I’m coming from afar on Tuesday 6/11/2019. Will you be open tomorrow?

Vincent Silvera | Sep 4, 2019
Barbara's Fishtrap | Sep 4, 2019

Hello Vincent, We are open every day except for Christmas and Thanksgiving.

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Is the restaurant or take out open today, Memorial Day?

Belen Medina | Sep 4, 2018
John Marschner | Sep 4, 2018

Yes

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Are you open 7 days a week?

Rita Donovan | Sep 4, 2018
Herio Mortis | Sep 4, 2018

Open 7 days, but call for holiday hours.

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Phone into Takeout ?

mjb bjm | Nov 7, 2021
Barbara's Fishtrap | Nov 7, 2021

Hello mjb bjm, We do not take orders over the phone. Thank you.

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Are you serving inside AND outside?

Pam Tompkins | Sep 3, 2021
Sophia Lee | Sep 3, 2021

You can get to go and eat at tables outside, or you can get a table inside. I opt for getting to go and eat it by the water somewhere else.

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Do you only take cash?

GM H | Sep 3, 2021
Sophia Lee | Sep 3, 2021

Yes. They only take cash. But they have an ATM machine on premise.

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Are you open to eat out outside dining in ?outdoor sitting? Today

Violeta Varney | Sep 3, 2021
STILI ILIST | Sep 3, 2021

They have outdoor sitting

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Still cash only or do you take credit card or mobile payment?

Patrick Au-Yeung | Sep 3, 2020
Barbara's Fishtrap | Sep 3, 2020

Hello Patrick, Currently we only take cash, We have an ATM machine on site.

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Are you open on 2/14 with regular menu?

Barbara Mathisen | Sep 4, 2019
Robert Hudman | Sep 4, 2019

Yes

Is it open on Monday’s, and what time is closing?

Theresa Ratinho | Sep 4, 2019
Mediko Genki | Sep 4, 2019

Open 7 days a week. Sunday to Thursday 11am to 8:30pm and Friday to Saturday 11am to 9:00pm

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Does barbra s fish trap have a full bar

willie turner | Sep 4, 2018
Barbara's Fishtrap | Sep 4, 2018

No we don't, but we offer beer and wine. Ask your server for our $2.50 Special Beer.

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How much does their fish ans chips cost?

christina lopez | Sep 4, 2018
Susan Vincent | Sep 4, 2018

I don't usually order that so I can't tell you how much it costs. I will say that their servings are generous and reasonably priced.

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Do they reserve tables?

Dimitry Holl | Sep 4, 2018
Bob Warnhoff | Sep 4, 2018

Unfortunately they do not. But the wait is not that long. Weekend s are there busiest. Enjoy if you go.

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Does the clam chowder have meat in it or is it good for pescatarians?

Caroline Kim Robinson | Sep 4, 2017
Barbaba Nickell | Sep 4, 2018

I couldn't see any meat but I don't know their recipe. Could be made with chicken stock??

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