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For two star American, try The Dead Fish in Crockett. This very affordable establishment is one of the popular restaurants in the area. It's known for its seafood. This place features great views. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a casual atmosphere. This place features private rooms, brunch, and lunch. This restaurant is handicap accessible and good for groups.
2.0 of 5 stars.
cost way too much and the food sucked! the way they preparre the food was so so and presentation was the worst!
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here with my husband for a "date night". We have been married for 19 years and it was about time for one!Our waiter was very friendly and gave us lots of time to look over the menu and enjoy the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum, yum, yum. Great food, fantastic view, happy staff. A bit on the pricey side but worth it.
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My love brought me here a few weeks ago for dinner and the food, the views and the ambiance were phenomenal . Without reservations we were lucky to be seated when we arrived. We started with a small...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is based on 1 visit so far, so take it for what it's worth.There's more to a restaurant than the food, and this one has a beautiful view of the Carquinez Straights bridge, a vibrant atmosphere,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We were driving through from SF to the Delta and stopped by on Thursday evening at 7pm. There was no wait and parking was easy.The decor is nautical and the view of the bridge was superb. They are...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So i finally caught on, after eating in this restaurant, that The Franciscan, The Stinking Rose, and Dead Fish are all operated by the same people. The only difference between the three are their...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Dead Fish wishes it were an upscale restaurant, and tries very hard to achieve this... it misses the mark. While it is set in small town Crockett, up on the hill, with a fantastic view of the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The crab was great, as was the view of the bridge and the water.We had our own little cabana in the back out on the patio, and had a nice, quiet dinner. However, everything except the crab frankly...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love eating at the bar, great bartenders and incredible view. The acme bread and butter is deelicious. I usually drink too much and it's hard to remember what I had to eat and how it tasted but last...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good, but pricey. Its a great date spot, thats for sure. the bar allows for intimate conversations. The back padio is just phenominal for lunch. I recommend it if money's no worry...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have to admit, I was expecting a mediocre meal in a beautiful setting. I am happy to report that the experience was way beyond my expectations. The dining room has huge windows overlooking the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Out of the way be totally worth the drive. Cool view. Good service and yummy crab. The wife and I shared the "Lotsa of crab" $49.00 and its a lot of crab 3 lbs. We added a house salad and yukon gold...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed the food here. The entrees are well thought out. Pricy, but not out of line. Very generous portions. Great view from the patio, with heat lamps when it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I thought this place was delicious, not to mention gorgeous. 5 stars may be a tad generous, but i wanna bump up their rating a little bit.I came here with family and friends for a nice late dinner. We...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I really wish that I could have had as great of an experience as everyone else, but sadly I didn't. I came here early in the evening one day so it wasn't busy at all. The view that you see of the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not a fan of seafood, but this place has the BEST CALAMARI! My family first came here for a birthday dinner and I loved it! The calamari and the sauce, and the lasagna. Awesome. Awesome romatic place...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here last night for my anniversary with my hubby. We ate here one other time years ago & as I remember, I was the only one who was happy with my meal. That kinda happened again last night....
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I should've listened to my cousin, she warned me stick with the crab and you'll be ok. We went for lunch on this beautiful day and decided to try other dishes. I ordered the crab alfredo and the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A busy sunday night with friends and family and seafood on everyone's mind, it was time to see if the food was up to expectation. Quantity, definitely. Even a small tureen of garlic clams was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I got fish and it was ok. Everyone seemed to be ordering the crab and they were grubbin on it. I have the feeling that we would have been happier with the crab. Seems like a good little...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here to celebrate our anniversary. The view and food here are great. Parking lot is small can be a challenge during peak hours so go during off hours if possible. Not much more i can say about...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place -- not only for its views. Given this tight economy, I really love the fact that you can bring your own bottle of wine and there is no corkage fee. After talking to the waitress,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been there twice and Lots of Crab is mos def the BIZ! I look forward in tryin' the other meals! twitter.com/DRPOSTALOT
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We almost did not go in because the parking lot was full and it was Saturday 7 PM. We were able to get a table but no view. It was my first time here and I found the food delicious, the service...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here on mother's day with my boyfriend and his mom and we had a lot of fun. There is a great view even from inside at the bar, where we were the whole time. They had nice bartenders and good...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YaY for my Birthday! LoLSo we had our family dinner here for my 25th birthday since I was the only person in the family that had not been to this place ever!I was so sad everytime they would come home...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Have heard about this place for years and decided to try it on my birthday. I wasn't disappointed. We had the shrimp cocktail (was decent- not enough cocktail sauce) and the clam chowder (pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You must order the Prime Rib and one of their famous skillets! Each time I have dined here I have been pleased with the service and food. The restaurant has intimate and fun decor, an interesting...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here on my wedding night with a large group of people. this restaurant is so beautiful inside and out. the service was great. the food was excellent. a bit pricey but it's worth it. I'd hella...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Romantic!!!! I am not a huge fish fan, but the food is ok. I love the ambiance of this place. Good drinks, fantastic views, and those little booths out side with the curtains so romantic.
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to this place several times now. Two words for you: overrated and overpriced. The service is mediocre and the food is...eh...ok. For my last visit, I ordered the soup and salad. For one, the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down best seafood in the Bay Area. I love that you have no corkage fee. I've been here at least ten times. I always bring new people and they love it too!!!!Chris has been my server a few times...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not a huge seafood fan, but the hubby wanted seafood on Fathers Day and we had no desire to make our way to the city. We were able to make reservations day-of and had no wait upon arrival. We...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I liked this place except that some of the prices were out of whack, for example the sides for the sandwiches were extra. I got the crab melt sandwich which was $13 and if I had ordered fries it...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pretty bad. Get a drink and bounce.The food is waaaay overpriced for it's poor quality. I'd rather eat at long john silvers (okay, not really). Pretty much everyone I've talked to or...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Damn I got my feelings hurt here today for real. Paid a TON of money for a mediocre celebration lunch with horrible service.Dusted and Disgusted.
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The service was great! The view was wonderful! But oh my god the food was shit.!!We went at about 9:30 or 10:00 at night. We had a salad, crab chowder, the "lots of crab" and the louisiana shrimp. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Still 3 and 1/2 stars, but good! I took the kids here for a celebration dinner and tthey thoroughly enjoyed themselves and had lots to eat. Dinner worked out to about $30 per person but we did have...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
If were to choose one word to describe this place it'd be, OVERRATED. They're prices are outrageous for the amount of food they serve you. I ordered the double shrimp and crab for $35 and I swear the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I just went there last night for a birthday party in which all the food was paid for by the host. I'd have to say that even though it was FREE FOOD, it wasn't worth it!It was a big group, so the menu...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have yet to figure out why this place is so popular. We've been twice, and the first visit was better than the last, but on a Thursday night with no rush the service should definitely be better.We...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Would go back, good food and over priced drinks. The view is the reason the restaurant is worth a trip.
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We tried the Dead Fish for Sunday Brunch. I would not order the Eggs Benedict with the crab again. There was only a little bit of crab, and it was overpowered by the eggs, and sauce. My son-in-law...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
absolutely love this place. although I am a bit sad they got rid of their garlic noodles, I am still a fan. you have a view of the bridge, and everytime ive been there i've always had great service....
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and I felt the food overall was mediocre. Probably because I didn't really like my entree. The calamari & clam chowder were delicious, my bf ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a few times. The view is awesome if you get a spot on the back patio. The bar area is nice also. The restaurant part can be a little crowded and noisy if you're there during peak hours....
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This luxuriously beautiful Sunday I sat outside and took in the much (and justly) ballyhooed view of the water and bridge. The bread was fresh and flavorful, the butter soft, and the service prompt....
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been a fan of Dead Fish for a few years now and just realized that I haven't written a review.We had a late lunch/early dinner yesterday. We ordered the mussels appetizer, the organic...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Dead Fish sits directly across from the Carquinez Bridge. The location should be a vantage point, however when entering the restaurant you do not get the standard fanfare that you would expect...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a perfect place for friends and people out of town. Great food! All "a la carte" that's the only thing bad. But everything else is good. Small size order is good for couples. Service was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The views: GorgeousThe deck: LovelyThe food: Just okayMy boyfriend brought me here during last weekend's hot as hell spell. We stopped by for an early dinner and to enjoy the last bit of the weekend....
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tried something new this time around. I usually go with the crab melt but I felt like living it up the other night. So I went with the Black Linguine and Clams. This is my new favorite dish and I am...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Perched on the hills at the Carquinez strait, this fish house is trying a bit too hard. My crab melt should have been called "crab shell melt" as there was equal parts crab shell and crab in the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My family and I can not get enough of this place. The crab and shrimp are to die for. My mother loves the bread the service is the best. Beautiful viewFlavor in every bite
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'd been to the Franciscan in SF (in the same family of restaurants) and remembered having this amazingly delicious sea bass.. I remember savoring every bite and it just melting in my mouth. I didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Dead Fish is definitely a great place to go day or night if you're looking for mouth watering food and beautiful views of the nearby Carquinez Bridge. There's no need to drive out to the "City"...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Spectacular views, great food, what else can I say? I reccomend the dungeoness crab plate. Its a little expensive, but well worth it. They have a decent wine list, and for anyone who doesn't want...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Reservations are recommended: the word is definitely out that this place is better than expected. Really good (if not great) food, the atmosphere (especially the fantastic views of the Carquinez...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Of course, the first thing you're going to feel about going to a restaurant called "The Dead Fish" is apprehension, but your dining experience will leave you feeling anything but. The bruschetta...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My out of town guests and I happened to find this gem by chance while driving up to Napa. We were pleasantly suprised by the seafood and the view of the bridge and bay. We especially liked the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the food. Try the Garlic Bread with melted mozzarella to start with. Mmmmmmm. The sizzling iron skillet-roasted mussels, crab, mussels & shrimp platter is great to share. My wife loves...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i really like the food here... the calamari was pretty good appetizer and as an entree i ordered the fish and chips... the fish was cooked perfectly and the garlic sage fries were very tasty! 1/2 of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you're looking for a great seafood place, don't go here. But if you're looking for a restaurant to impress someone with a great ambiance and view, then you might want to check this place out....
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So I must preface this by saying I was a regular at this restaurant and bar since it's inception. I must have spent at least 2 nights a week dining and drinking. Service and food were great and the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is decent, and definitely it has a cool view of the Carquinez Bridge and great patio seating.... BUT it's overpriced for what it is. I love seafood and champagne...but let me tell you, a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say that it was better when the building was the Chinese food place. When they first opened, the menu was very bland and small. They have since revised their menu, but havent revised their...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Headed over here on Valentine's Day and was delightfully pleased with the choice. I made reservations a couple days before because we had decided we really did not want to head over to the City, where...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
dead fish? nantucket? dead fish? nantucket? I like Deadfish cause of the great wait staff and of course the great seafood. Took hubby there for birthday. just so much food we tried almost everything....
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite seafood restaurants. I made reservations for a party of 4 and called ahead and let the front desk know we were running a few minutes late. When we arrived, we were only...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. I go here often with friends and family. It's great for a romantic evening in one of the private booths in back or for a group out on the deck overlooking the water. This is a dress...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Probably the best seafood in the area... seafood tastes fresh, great place to have drink after work and an awesome view of the Carquinez bridge... their calamari is pretty good and the atmosphere is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe I forgot to YELP the Dead Fish. It's one of my favorite restaurants on this side of the bay. (And yes East Bay'ers, we have other places to eat seafood up here). I was introduced to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We were treated to this restaurant to celebrate my Hubby's big 30! We went during the lunch/brunch hours on a Sunday so it was not busy at all. We were sat in the back "party room" which was great...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I thought the food was alright. Nothing to rant or rave about. I can find places just as good in the city if not better. Unless you are in the area then okay this would be one of the few choices you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This large restaurant overlooking a northern spot on the bay is ideal for large parties! They have a large back room that easily accomodates parties of 20, or so. Another plus: no corkage fee, so...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been there several times, and have always walked out satisfied. Their service is great, but their food is even better. A dish you must try is the crab meat fettucini alfredo which is to die...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
omg....I could not wait to see the reviews on this piece of shit...YUK GROSS EWW and WHY.......Ok up scaled my ass...where do I start...Ok we call the dam place to see if they served Garlic...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have never had a bad experience at this place and I have been going for years. Service is fast and the staff is personable. A great appetizer is the Castroville artichokes, fried in a light,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this place. We went here the other night because we were seriously craving some good grab. It was our first time here so we were excited. I should first note that we went on a weekday....
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here last night the food was good. The reason why I am giving it a 3 star is because the service was very slow. We were sitting at our table for about 15 Min's before our waitress came to our...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a view!That being said-the food was decent. The service was excellent, and we had no wait issues (make reservations, people!!).I'll be back again and again and again, I just know it.You MUST...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The patio looking across the straights is worth seeing at least once. We drank beers, ate dead fish stew and sat under the heat lamps. It's always nice to be warm outside even if its cold outside....
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Been here once and probably won't be going out of our way to try it again unless we happen to be passing by.There's nothing really wrong with this place; it's got a decent view, a mediocre seating...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YAY! I love the Stinking Rose and I love Dead Fish. Me and my sis took dad out to this spot on his 52nd birthday (this year). We all had an excellent time, the food was great, the drinks were great,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I had taken the girls here for a girls night out.My goodness, what can i say about this restaurant..too much to say..First off...parking was a bit crazy..service was slow and the waiters just kept...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with my friends Michael and Bob and Angie last night.All I can say is great service and the feel I got was warm and welcoming.As for the food....I am still full and satisfy.I dug it
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, I absolutely love the Dead Fish. it's picturesque -- the bar and outside eating area overlooks the Carquinez Strait and, when the lights on the bridge slip on at sunset, the site is nothing but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! It reminds of the way spengers "used" to be. From the bar to the neat little private dining booths. I love getting a big bowl of the steamers and just chowing down. It is also great...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for the very first time on a date last night. Great service and friendly staff. Okay parking. I like the decor and low bar set up. We sat in the cabana area which is heated if you wish,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would come here everyday for their Crab Chowder... deeee-li-cious!!!!! :DPricey place with fairly good food. I had the fish dish (you chose a type of fish tat you want and a style that you want...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pricey, but the quality of the food is excellent, and the service is wonderful.It's been a really long time since I've had seafood this fresh, or this well prepared. I got the Crab...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
theres a lot of cool people that work at dead fish :) i had my bday there a couple years ago and my girl friend was our server, she and i used to be waitresses at another restaurant together. ok so my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Get the crab. $100 plate for three or four.....Mmmmmm.... the crab is garlicky, buttery, yummy, melt-in-your-mouth....mmmmmmmmm.... I want some right now. That is what this place specializes in. Crab....
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
IF I HAD THE OPTION TO GIVE THIS PLACE 0 STARS, I WOULD!I have been here on several occasions and always thought they were over priced for the quality and amount of food, however my service received...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has the bomb crab. I am not a seafood eater by all means but I will order the crab from here everytime I go. It is not at all a romantic place to go during the day but maybe by night. It...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I took my brother and his family for his birthday dinner on a Sunday around 4p.m. Good time to arrive as it became crowded after 5. The restaurant building has a long history from the original...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been here once for lunch and once for cocktails. Had a great time both times. At night, it's almost dreamlike here in the bar overlooking the straits and the light speckled hills. The cocktails have...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OK, my initial experience with the Dead Fish was not good. This was several years ago and I remember I had a marginal salad on the patio and was underwhelmed....FAST FORWARD TO THIS SPRING!!!! Went...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went to lunch and had a table outdoors with a great view of the straits. The weather was perfect and so that made it nicer to be outside. I ordered the chicken caesar salad and was surprised when it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for my 1 year anniversary. My choice cause I love seafood. Nice area with a nice view and parking.The food is great but i didn't like the customer service and the atmosphere there. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to get away from town on a sunny afternoon, enjoy a glass of wine or a cocktail on the stone patio, and watch the sailboats float under the bridge.The brunch is lovely, try the fresh crab...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For my brother's birthday we got a room to ourselves in the back with a view of the water. It was cool because we didn't see other diners, felt like the restaurant was open only for us. We always...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I was very disappointed in this place. All of my friends had been raving about Dead Fish but apparently they were lying to me! lol.Inside the decor looked like Long John Silvers, except tackier. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Eh the Dead Fish is OKAY... I went there once about a little over a year ago and haven't been back since. Why? If you would like some good seafood next to the bay, I'd recommend going to Skates in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
After hearing friends of friend's boast about how great the Dead Fish was the Husband and I just had to see it for ourselves. We called the same day to make reservations for a Friday night and had no...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
so my wife and i just got back from the dead fish. it was her first time, but my second and i must say. this place has yet to disappoint. she had the filet, i had the prime rib... i've got to tell...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been to The Dead Fish 3 times all all 3 times were great. The first time I had the squid ink pasta. Sounds gross but it was very tasty. Not squid-y tasting at all!! Interesting dish.Second time we...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place was not at all what I expected! Chairs were uncomfortable, waiter was somewhat pushy, food was not that great and was too expensive. Not ever again!
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to The Dead Fish last night for a triple celebration given by my boyfriend's parents. This is my fourth visit there, which should tell you that I don't go here much. I would say that my ratings...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Dead Fish is ok at best. I have been here a few times and I cant say that I would travel far to come here. I use to live right across the bridge in Vallejo so it wasnt to bad. Im not going to get...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have no idea why the other reviews weren't as good. I love this place. I have been coming for 3 years now and each time it gets bettter. The fish stew is the best thing I have ever had! The mix...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice but I wouldn't go out my way to eat here. We've been here only because my friends wanted a "halfway" meeting point for dinner. Some lived in Sacramento/Davis and some lived in San...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
to die for fillet mignon and crab... if it were a little cheaper i would be there every weekend
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The Dead Fish is living on it's old reputation. Awful service and food on a week night. Great bus boy who kept the water, bread & butter handy. I had the large cut Prime Rib and Crab (that's $33 plus...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
large steak! Good seafood! Beautiful view!
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good location. I like the ambiance in the bar. The food is over rated. The best time I had there was going for drinks, appetizers and enjoy the view.
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Terrific location with awesome views. As a past resident of Crockett who lived above what is now The Dead Fish I truly appreciate this spot. And although The Dead Fish is immensely better than it's...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful restaurant right by the water. Food was very good except the Fish and chips. For what you get and what you spend is definitely not worth it. Something to try that's not on the menu is the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Was not impressed at all. The wait staff was horrendous, and the food was mediocre and overpriced. Will not eat here again nor recommend it to any friends. I didn't even leave a tip! (now that's bad...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good, but pretty damn overpriced.But then, I don't really go there to eat. This place earned it stars because it's patio may be one of my favorite places to drink during the summer. As...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Three-and-a-half stars really, but I'm a nice guy who tends to round up rather than round down. The stars are for the servers, who were very nice and accommodating the the table group of 12 or so...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I'll agree with most of the reviewers... this place is overpriced. But I think you kinda come to a joint like this for the view and the ambiance. The food is certainly tasty, but for the price, eh....
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is good. not great but ok. very pricyWe ordered (appetizers): Dungeness Crab Cakes with aioli & Japanese cucumber. . . . . Garlic Bread with melted mozzarella. . . . . . . . . . I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is not AMAZING but it is damn good. We've always had a great view and we've even come with a large group. The food is not the best but their crab is good - that is pretty mush the only...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
First of all, DON'T be calling Crockett the sticks. Don't you know it's the center of the universe???As a vegetarian, I go to the DF for the view, the big drinks, the salads and to impress my family...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I surprised to find that this restaurant has taken the place of the long time Chinese restaurant that was there for many years. My family and I visited this place for my cousins high school...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Although, I love... this restaurant I can't give it more than 3 stars. They have the best salad & crab ever! I'm from the south & I tell friends & family that they have not eaten crab until they eat...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for dinner w/ friends. Pretty good service, great calamari, good fish (I had sturgeon, friend had tilaplia, but preparation was a little heavy on the olive oil). Wife had shortribs which...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
nice view, vacant waitstaff, husband liked the fish and chips - i wanted to send back my overcooked (seriously- was that supposed to be asparagus?, maybe 3 days ago- and wrinked potatoes? really? is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Over priced, over crowded, over cooked, over rated. Hmmm, I think I'm over it.
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love this place. I try to go as often as I can even though it's quite a drive. I always order their dead fish stew and their combo iron skillet to share with the rest of our party as well...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was really looking forward to coming here after reading the great reviews on here. Suffice it to say, though, I was pretty disappointed. Sure, the view of the bay is nice (if you are lucky enough to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here for crab 2 times. I brought out of towners who wanted to have crab but wanted, also, to be at a nice place that wasn't as "authentic" ie no fisherman's wharf smell. we also had non...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't even like seafood, and I like the Dead Fish. Really good food, great views. And, a surprisingly good breakfast, which is a great time to go and gget a good window seat. Also, have to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Here it is, the ultimate crab experience. The crab is prepared in a way unique to this place. It is a secret, how they do it, but here is my guess. There are vats of melted butter with anchovies...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hello?Ay, wussup darling!Brunch? Hell yeah!Dead Fish huh? Crockett? Yeah, I know where that is.(oh man, I hope this place is good. Last time I was in Crockett I was trying to catch my own fish.)ok....
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Have never in my life heard of or been to this place called "Crockett" until going to the Dead Fish. Won't get into how we ended up there, but we did.I heard that there is a great view, but if you go...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is place is sooooooo out in the cuts, but it's gooooooood- if you like seafood. I love me some crustaceans, and the Dead Fish know how to sauce them up in the best buttery of butter sauces in the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! If you like crab or sea food this place is perfect, but they do have alternatives. I think the only thing I've ever ordered here is the crab. The whole crab is AWESOME! This place...
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The Dead Fish name is pretty funny and the menu doesn't let you forget that. It's mostly about fish, but there is prime rib, steaks, salads and pasta to choose from as well. I have to say that the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
From fish to short ribs, I have yet to be disappointed. And I've been dining alone as well as with my staff for holiday treats/birthdays...whatever, whenever.The multi-item seafood platters may or...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This has a great view of the "new" Al Zampa bridge and dinner out on the patio on a warm summer's night is spectacular. I've been eating here since it was Vera's years ago and this summer was the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
With a great view of the Carquinez Bridge and great food, what more could you ask for? Our reservation was for 7:30pm. When we arrived at The Dead Fish, the lot was packed. However, we were lucky...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great Seafood Stew and crab. The Lounge is always fun with a great view of the Bay. The crab legs are truly unique in flavor as they use a tasty garlic butter that has a great flavor. Check em out.
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Dead Fish is my second favorite restaurant after Unicorn in Berkeley. I've been here too many times to count. Spent two of my own birthdays here and one for a friend. I've sat inside at the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There's no better place to go for seafood than Dead Fish. I go here so often it's starting to get sad, but, i love this place. The Dead Fish is a great place to eat with a great view of the Carquinez...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Being a student that has this view of the neon lights of the dead fish from his dorm window, I opted to go try it with a couple of friends. I can say, that crab that they rave about... isn't the best,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I gave it 4 start for the bar and the back padio mainly. The food is good, but pricey. Its a great date spot, thats for sure. the bar allows for intimate conversations. The back padio is just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
we've eaten here several times both in the bar( much more pleasurable) and the dining room. The food is good, service in the bar was stellar, the dining room a bit slow and very impersonalThe dining...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this little joint.It's, from what I understand, a family owned gem.I have been here many times, once for a birthday dinner, and have never had to wait to be seated.The bar is great;...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One sunday night we decided to go out for a family dinner. We called ahead and they said they wouldn't be able to seat us til 930. We showed up at 9 and the place was practically empty with the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If you like comfort seafood in a cheezzzy location this place is for you!Don't get me wrong, while I love fine dining sometimes I just need some good fish and chips in a no nonsense place. The Dead...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ah, the Dead Fish! Don't let the name fool U. The ambience is jus rite & I went on a Tues. 4 lunch...Jus imagine dinnertime...So I was at my regular bar & every1 was raving bout the Dead Fish...So I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Leopard print carpets. If you sit in the bar you have a view of the Carquinez bridge lit up and gleaming. At night it is like something out of the movie "Blade Runner". The place is amazing and the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you're a seafood lover, this is restaurant is just for you. But if you're like me and you're allergic to shellfish, be prepared to limit your choices. On a sunny afternoon, the outdoor dining area...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2007
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Great pastas, Wine Menu, Cocktails, never a long wait, and the view mainly on 4th of July it's great, perfect evening romantic getaway. I've been to many Napa bistros as well as great restaurants in Sausalito...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for Father's Day and without a reservation, the wait was an hour, which is normal for a holiday anywhere and there was probably only 3-4 parties on the list since everyone seems to get...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i have to admit that this place is pretty unique. the decor is something very different but for some reason it just fits. the view is beautiful and i think there are 2 different dining rooms and a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh great, stuck in a car with a married couple who incessantly bickers and bickers at one another. Mini-road trip from Oakland Airport on the way to Napa... John threatening Laura to pound the Eject...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the siter restaurants to the Crab House in San Francisco. We ate there once and had the crab and found it to be quite unappealing. They virtually drown the crab to an unrecognizable...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you love seafood this is the place to be!...and if not, they have some BOMB-ass prime rib. They're food is flavorful and their side dishes are just as lovely as their main dishes. The setting is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2007
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The Dead Fish has a great bar and good drinks. The out door seating is very romantic with a great view of the Carq Bridge. Food is good too!
citysearch.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I brought my fiance here for his birthday one year and boy was that an experience. We had to wait to sit in the waiting area then wait some more to get seated. The food was alright, nothing...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I got 1 word to sum up my many experiences at this place.Meh.The food is alright. The decor is daunting and I honestly don't know what to make of it. Some ways it comes off as borderline upscale, what...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We've been to the Dead Fish several times over the last seven years. When it comes to fish, I can truly say, my partner and I are had to please. For the most part, the Dead Fish satisfies.I agree...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yet another place that i was dragged to agianst my will to have dinner with a childhood friend who I hadn't seen in over 15 years - at the suggestion of my mother. For lack of a decent excuse, and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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I checked out the DF for brunch Sunday with a friend who lives over near Crockett. My friend got the crab benedict, an obvious choice given the nature of the restaurant. I stayed with the theme and got the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/02/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Once again another restaurant that someone suggested to me and once again I was disappointed. This place has a great view of the water. Parking is bad in the area. The food is good but was shocked...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you love garlic and Italian food or garlic and seafood or just garlic at all you'd probably love this place. The food is fantastic whether it's the grilled seafood platter or the Italian pastas -...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I truly like this place!!! I've eaten here several times... but only in the Bar area where the view is fantastic and they provide you with binoculars so that you can zoom in or on anything/anyone...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a very attractive expensive restaurant. We have taken my mother in law here for her birthday before. Perched on a hill it has an amazing view of the river and the bridge. The view is the best...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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The Dead Fish is a great place to have drinks. The friendly staff continuously brings you warm and fresh bread while slip on drinks and overlook the water as the sun sets. I have not eaten dinner here yet but...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dead fish is a one trick pony. Hmm, that's a weird juxtaposition.Anyweh -- come here for one thing and one thing only: grilled crab and garlic noodles (mow-ron... that's TWO things). Take a party...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best thing about this place is the view. Sit outside and watch the sunset- it will take your breath away. Their wine list is unimpressive but there is a full bar to make up for it. They do have...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2006
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My dungeness crab sandwich came to the table as a french dip. When they corrected my sandwich, it was more like bread with a little strand of crab. I was very disappointed with my order, but I saw all the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/01/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you leave San Francisco and drive on the Bay Bridge and stay on Highway 80, headed east towards Sacramento, you will, if you do not pay careful attention, zoom by the city of Crockett, yes, "two...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is supposed to be full of cougars. Unfortunately there were no cougar sitings on that Saturday night. Good garlic crab though and nice views of Carquinez Straits. Expect to ooze garlic for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place is the worst thing about Crockett, meth labs included. You could go to Red Lobster and pay $9 less a plate and walk out in a better mood. I'm giving it one star because it's a "Cougar...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one place that only takes me 3 minutes to get to from home and the food is quite tasty. I actually lived in the area for about 4 years and never went to this place because I thought it was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2006
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The bruschetta was fantastic! Over New Year, our family went with both sets of parents/in-laws and kids. Good wine list, too. We were seated at a window overlooking the new Carquinez bridge, which is beautiful...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food's good and the portions are enormous... Their Crab Enchilada is quite tasty, as are their various fish stews. The view is, as others have clamored, amazing... If you can eat there on a warm...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you were to ignore the leopard print carpeting, the fish netting 'round the room, the tacky tent-booths, the pirates chest table, and the mural of an underwater sea-sea scape, you got yourself a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There's something romantic and sentimental about a restaurant that can tout it's menu as pivoting on deceased seafood. Really, there is. At first cynical (terribly biased and city-centric) I went to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2006
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The food, service and atmosphere...everything is A ....I use to go here every payday with my coworkers....Until I found another job.....I highly recommend the muscles, or I always get the prime rib/dungeness...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/09/2005
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1.0 of 5 stars.
My family came here because of supposedly-fantastic reviews. To start with, we waited over an hour for our food. And that's fine, I mean things could be worse, but the cincher was the bread.At some...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2005
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Though it names itself a crab and prime rib house, I would not call it either. The prime rib I ordered medium came well-done and the crab cakes, though good sized, did not strike me with the flavor no...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/20/2005
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I found this interesting little place while getting lost in Crockett. A sister to the Stinking Rose, it offers a very palatable selection of mainly sea food and pasta dishes. The ambience is great wit...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/01/2005
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Tucked away under the Carquinez bridge is a place that knows how to surf and turf. More than just dead fish, they've got plenty of dead cow options to fill your plate. Unfortunately, the many...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2005
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Best Prime Rib ever, buy it. go now, now!!!!!!! yes
citysearch.com - user review - 01/18/2005
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I went here for the first time on Thanksgiving of this year (2004), and what a FANTASTIC choice it was. I was in hog-heaven, eating some of the most DELICIOUS, amazing food I've ever had. The bruschetta was TO...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/01/2004
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Recommended by a friend, I was more than pleased with the results. The service was great, our waiter was especially attentive making suggestions for us along the way. From the bread to the entree's, everything...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2004
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The Best Prime Rib Ever The Slab melts in your mouth with every bite and the garlic potatoes were the best
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2002
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this popular prime rib and crab house is set on a ridge overlooking the carquinez strait--at night it's never looked so romantic. expect dead fish and a whole lot of dead crab--in salads, soups, sandwiches,...
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travel.yahoo.com - user review
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dead serious about good seafood...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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strictly speaking, the name is accurate. it is what is served here. still, you have to admire the moxie in choosing that particularly descriptive name...
wcities.com - user review
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stick to the beef and pork and leave the fish alone. wonderful view of the carquinez strait...
sfgate.com - user review
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Enjoy spectacular views of the new Carquinez Bridge and serene San Pablo Bay while dining on the lushly planted patio with heated and cooled cabanas and twinkling lights. Unique weekend brunch with specialty...
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