Fishermen-owned · Monterey, CA

Off the boat.
Onto your plate.
Since 1983.

A working fish market and a no-frills seafood kitchen under one roof on Foam Street — hauled in by local fishermen, sold at the counter, and fried up while you wait.

1983On the Peninsula
20+ yrsBest Seafood Market*
4.3★#15 of 209 in Monterey
36.61°N · Foam St · Monterey Bay
Our boats · today's catch Sea Harvest fisherman and his son with a fresh-caught king salmon aboard the boat
Baskets of hand-battered fish and chips
1983
Serving the coast
for 40+ years
Local
Boats
Owned & run
by fishermen
4.3
2,500+ reviews
across the web
Dog
Friendly
Sunny patio ·
self-service

Two counters, one dock

01 — What we are
The Fish Market

Take it home raw

Whatever the boats bring in that morning goes straight into the case. Buy it by the pound, ask us to clean and portion it, and cook it in your own kitchen tonight.

  • Whole fish & fillets, cut to order
  • Live Dungeness crab & oysters in season
  • Local salmon, sole, rock cod, squid & shrimp
  • House seasonings, sauces & a small pantry corner
The Sea Harvest fish market case, stocked with fresh fillets and oysters under the Best of Monterey County awards
The Kitchen

Or eat it right here

Order at the counter, grab a number, and we'll fry, grill or ladle it up. Carry your tray to the dog-friendly patio, crack a local wine, and settle in.

  • Fish & chips, oysters & chips, prawns & chips
  • Clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl
  • Fish sandwiches — grilled or fried, your call
  • Local beer & wine · casual, self-service
A tray of fried shrimp, prawns, fries and slaw from the Sea Harvest kitchen
A heaping pile of fresh Dungeness crab at the Sea Harvest counter
Landed this morning

If it wasn't swimming yesterday, it doesn't go in the case.

A towering seafood platter of lobster, crab and shrimp
"Looking for some yummy fresh fish? Look no further."
— Cathy L., Pacific Grove · on the fish sandwiches, chowder & tacos

From the patio

03 — What folks say
★★★★★

"Huge portion of soup in a big bread bowl. Nicely cut clams — the market was super clean. Short walk from Cannery Row. Definitely a repeat."

Renee L. · Yuba City, CA
★★★★★

"One of our favorite places when in Carmel/Monterey. Clam chowder, fish & chips, fried artichoke — and dog-friendly on the patio. A big plus."

Shannon J. · Reno, NV
★★★★★

"Chill seafood place. The seafood was fresh, self-service with a nice patio. Really enjoyed the clam chowder and a good deal on the white wine."

Joyce C. · Pacific Grove, CA
★★★★★

"Excellent food and service, generous portions, lovely setting. I come here every single time I'm in town."

Barbi B. · Fair Oaks, CA

Come by the counter

04 — Visit
Monday9:00a — 7:30p
Tuesday9:00a — 7:30p
Wednesday9:00a — 7:30p
Thursday · Today9:00a — 7:30p
Friday9:00a — 8:00p
Saturday9:00a — 8:00p
SundayCall to confirm
Address598 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940
Steps from Cannery Row & the Aquarium
ParkingGarage, street & private lot nearby
Good to knowSelf-service · outdoor seating · dog-friendly patio · beer & wine · cards & Apple Pay · wheelchair accessible
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The Sea Harvest Fish Market storefront and carved sign, framed by flowers
598 Foam St · Monterey