2.16 Giovanni’s Fish Market
Posted on May 6, 2008
Filed Under American, Seafood |
Morro Bay is a beach town about 200 miles northwest of Los Angeles. On a recent trip I had the pleasure of dining in the area, and the result is this quick back to back weekend series. Come back tomorrow for even more seafood as we head down the coast to Pismo Beach. Today, though, we’re sticking to the beautiful town of Morro Bay. Known as a fishing port and a tourist town, Morro bay has a good selection of seafood restaurants and I’ve got my sight locked on this one. Giovanni’s is one of those half-seafood-market, half restaurant places. It came highly recommended for their fish and chips, and while I’m game for fish and chips, what I’m really here for is their oysters and crabs.
The restaurant is right on the waterfront and has only outdoor seating with a great view of Morro Rock.
Cute signs.
They have a giant crab boiler right out front, next to the live crab pool. I’m getting hungry just looking at this.
The bowl of clam chowder ($3.99) benefits greatly from having celery in it. It’s thick and chunky, the rich flavors jump out at you. It’s a good bowl of chowder.
I’m a huge fan of oysters now ever since I had some great raw oysters in San Francisco. This half dozen of oysters on the half shell is $7.50, which I consider to be a pretty decent deal. It’s extremely fresh and tasty, while the sauce is good, I like them with just a squeeze of lemon.
Fish and chips ($7.99), Alaskan Cod, lightly breaded and fried. The fish is fresh and flaky, crispy on the outside and hot and moist on the inside. Very good fish and chips. The fries are good but nothing extraordinary.
Finally, the piece de resistance. Giovanni’s had these babies cooked at $9.99 a pound. I had them pick out a big feisty Dungeness crab and here we are. The crab is fresh, obviously, because it was alive not 15 minutes ago. The shell is filled with chunky, full pieces of meat. We tore through this crab in minutes.
Giovanni’s offers a great deal of variety of seafood. You can go for great simple meals with the Fish and Chips or splurge a little with their fresh oysters, or just go all out and order up a 2.7lb fresh boiled live crab like we did. There’s not so much service since you just order at a window and then pick it up from another window. But the view is very nice and the plastic see-through wall does a pretty good job of keeping the wind and rain out. I’d definitely be back for more of their oysters. Unfortunately, they close at 6pm, so please be sure to hit it early.
Giovanni’s Fish market
1001 Front St
Morro Bay, CA 93442
(805) 772-2123
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Wow! I am flattered and humbled that you would write (and post) such wonderful things about my business. Words can not express my gratitude for you kindness. I’m glad the seafood was to you liking. Please come visit us Again Anytime.
Sincerely,
Giovanni M. DeGarimore
Owner, Giovanni’s Fresh Fish Market
wow love the red snapper……….. i wish u had a book. im going to buy some stuff………
u dont sell the soup too do u.
Hello
Do you have a store in San Diego? if so what is there webpage I would like to get some orders from them. I live in the Los Angles San Bernardino area?
Thank
Lois
Sorry, we Don’t have a store in S.D., but the good news is we ship ALL of our fresh Seafood products right to your door overnight, for just $15, Anywhere inside California! Just Visit: http://www.giovannisfishmarket.com
Thanks!
Giovanni D.
Owner, Giovanni’s Fresh Fish Market
my husband and i go to morrow bay once a year for our wedding anniversary and giovanni’s is my heaven on earth. “the best”
Any of your fish farm raised?
Was just surfing and found your site…Every time we travel up the coast we stop and get smoked fish from you..We LOVE your food and great location. I too wish you were in San Diego!
I really enjoyed your web site! I own a fish market in Deerfield bch, Fla. You have a beautiful store! If you’re in Florida, stop in! Pop’s Fish Market 131 West Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Bch. We have been here for 45 years. Keep up the good work - it’s hard to find fresh seafood for people! Good luck!
I would cut off my left arm to have an amazing place like your store here in central Minnesota. I was born and raised in Miami, and although I have grown to love Minnesota, I do miss the ocean very much. Keep up the great work!
Hi Gio,
Just checking to make sure package arrived with the yellow tail and lighted wine bottle intact.
If you have time, please let me know. The monkfish was delicious (even my wife enjoyed it)
Your Pal, Steve
Wow. It’s like a cult folowing here! Well I feel like I should do something for all of the fans. How about this… $10 BUCKS OFF use coupon coe “50MEALS” at checkout. You want fresh fish, Then we’ll send you fresh fish! That’s right I’m offering 10 BUCKS off your order, just for being good fans! Whether it’s Sushi Grade Ahi, King Salmon, Abalone, Sand Dabs, Langostinos, or Monkfish, we’ve got what you want. Feel free to email me personally at sales@giovannisfishmarket.com
Thanks for all your support!
Gio-
PS: Steve I’m calling you now!
Im looking for herin fish.do you ever come across them
We stop at your place every time we travel down south - there is no finer place for wonderfully fresh seafood that smacks of the ocean. Best lunch anywhere outside with the view of the Rock - plus we enjoyed our 3 doz oysters for our Easter bbq on the beach at Pt Magu. Thank you for continuing to be the best place to get a bite.
Terry Duff
Walnut Creek, CA
We are pleased with our first order from you - Petrale sole.
We buy halibut - cod - scallops - shrimps - copper river salmon - clam chowder etc for our own use at home. We are only two old people - so we can’t be big customers but we could be regular customers.
Will you please keep us advised by e-mail about specials - and what is currently available - with prices.
Thankyou
John and Louise - Orange CA