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Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant And Oyster Bar in Redondo Beach is a two star restaurant. Find this mildly expensive restaurant in the Redondo Beach neighborhood. It's known for its seafood. It's been awarded the Best of Seafood award.
Located on the waterfront, Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant and Oyster Bar specializes in mesquite-charbroiled seafood, house made chowders and pastas with an oyster bar serving raw oysters and clams on the half shell. We print our menu twice a day and feature more than 100 menu items and up to 20 varieties of fresh fish with all the warm sourdough bread and butter you can eat.
5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place! Everytime I want delicious Seafood, this is where I come. It's a beautiful location too. Overlooks the bay!
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
First off let me say that I WAS a regular at this establishment for about 4 years. I used to mainly hit up their happy hour menu which is nowhere as good as it used to be when I first started...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Of the three surf & turf places by the water in Redondo Beach (alongside Kincaid's and Chart House), Bluewater Grill is the worst. Their food is not as good as those two (though Kincaid's is not much...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food was okay. The main pull was the location, right on the harbor. I would say for the quality of the food, the place is over priced.
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I am not a fan. Lots of parking, a room for private parties, but the food doesn't suit my taste, its not bad but I'd rather go to Cheesecake Factory.
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 starsthe good: fish is very fresh and very non-fishy. had the jumbo scallops. they were perfectly cooked. i also tried my aunt's halibut. it was very flaky, yet moist. again, not fishy at...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The food is not good and overpriced. I had the crab cocktail and the crab meat was smothered in cocktail sauce. Then for entree, I had the King Salmon smoked on cedar. The fish was covered with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for a banquet style private party with a mixed crowd- carnivores, seafood enthusiasts and vegetarians alike. Obviously, the menu is seafood heavy, but the vegetarians were relegated to a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bluewater grill seafood and oyster bar. 665 n. harbor drive, Redondo beach. Jan 27. 2pm lunch.Half dozen oysters 11.50Crab dip 9.75New England clam chowder 5.95 (I think it said it was made fresh)...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This time we came here with my 3 year old son and it worked out just fine. We got a nice large booth facing the harbor and it was just before sunset. Menu selections seemed scaled down. Most...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I drove over half an hour to dine at this place last night because I had heard so many great things about it. Although I heard you had to valet, I found that ridiculous since the restaurant has a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
An interesting, but disappointing, combination of good and bad. On one visit, the swordfish was an excellent piece of fish, broiled properly, but served plain without sauce. Mashed potatoes were,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first time here was today, Saturday, for an early dinner.I had no prob getting seated at 4:30pm. It was a great time to arrive.The parking valets were just getting set up for the evening rush, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great views and great seafood. Excellent selection of fresh, shucked oysters - be sure to ask the waiter for recommendations. I am partial to kumamoto oysters which they didn't have but they came up...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful and very clean restaurant and we enjoyed the food. Nothing further to say but =) from my belly!
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I came here HUNGRY for some fresh oysters. We got there and the wait was about 25 min so we decided to just sit at the bar. I like the bar better than the regular seating inside...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Only three stars today at Happy (Sad) Hour because,First, we sat at the bar section. Good view of the marina. The service and attention of the bartender was poor. There were two bartenders, but they...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So this place seems to have really mixed reviews...i guess i can see why.I don't know, I had late lunch here yesterday and i really enjoyed it! It might have also been because i was absolutely CRAVING...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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I can't wait to go back to this restaurant! Great food, great atmosphere and great great great service!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As you drive along the Redondo Beach Harbor, you'll notice some large standalone restaurants like Cheesecake Factory, Joe's Crab Shack, Baleen, and others, but one will sit quietly and not beg for...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing food! If you feel like spending a lot on food then you should come here. I almost always indulge myself the steak, mashed potatoes and spinach. Absoulutely amazing. It has a great view of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow... This place has absolutely wonderful food, great atmosphere, and fairly stiff drinks. The view is also just phenomenal. I was surprised to see that people ranked this as not being a good place...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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For those who left negative reviews, I suggest you give Bluewater Grill another try. They have spruced up their look and menu. We were really impressed by their improvements. We sat in the newly remodeled area...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was at a friend's pre-wedding dinner in the Captain's Cabin, and it was a great experience. There was plenty of room to set up lots of tables, the service was prompt and good, the bar selection was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is probably not as good as the Chart House, but its decent. The price is good too. We like taking our out of town friends here so they can experience a dinner and see the ocean. Their...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
More like Blah'water Grill. Nothing really special. The staff wasn't overly friendly. The main course wasn't surprisingly exceptional. It was just ok.However, the bananas foster was quite tasty,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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My husband and I dine out about four times a week. Having fine food and wines is important to us. We go to the high end restaurants all around SoCal, but we also have our favorite places where there's no...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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Overall great seafood and menu for everyone and kid friendly. We regularly entertain clients, our family and have even hosted a rehearsal dinner at Bluewater and it is always a crowd pleaser. The management is...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have a confession to make.The only time I've been here, it was for my nephew's baptism lunch. So although I ate the food (and it was good), I didn't really experience this place as a restaurant....
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Blue Water. Usually come here once every two weeks or so. Their trout and steamers are absolutely delicious and their bread is really addicting. Service has consistently been good. The location...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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Food was fair but overpriced. The waitress was rude and pushy, did not refill drinks in a timely manner and acted like she didnt want to be there. I would not go there again.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I left the confines of my small Santa Monica neighborhood this morning to attend a birthday brunch party at the Bluewater Grill. I must admit that looking out at the ocean and sailboats was a good way...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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Blewater grill serves up the freshest and best seafood in town. They have the best selection, and perfect side dishes. It's right on the water, so the view is perfect and the service is the best too. World...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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I take my Midwestern friends to this place because I know we'll get a great fish meal in a wonderful setting. Have also celebrated several birthday's here.
kudzu.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I looked at my credit card statement from June and realized the majority of my charges were from Bluewater. We have become regulars at the bar tables, watching the boats, sports on TV, drinking,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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This restaurant by the sea is a favorite. The seafood is prepared very well. Our servers have always been great! They choose and train their staff very well. The views get an A. Afterwards take a walk on the...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Best thing about this place is its location. Sure...you can get that martini or oysters or jumbo prawns or halibut or clam chowder lots of places (food is pretty average at Bluewater), but the view of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Why do people like this place? I think old people like this place because the average age during lunch on a weekday was like 50. I can understand the location by the beach, the nautical theme and the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
"I want a bloody mary, near the ocean." said my friend one sunday morning. Me, I wanted to keep my happy little self in LA, but nooooo she insisted we go to Redono Beach. (Mind you, nothing against...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'd like to give this 3.5 stars.We took my midwestern sister-in-law-to-be here for her birthday a few weeks ago, specifically because they have crab legs and that was what she wanted.It was a Saturday...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We ended up having a late dinner here because it was the only place we could find open for dinner at 10:20 pm. great seafood and desserts here and great location. there is ample parking in the lot and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice waterfront view. Atmosphere is like any other nautical-themed restaurant. My shrimp was waaaay overdone, but the scallops were good. The mashed potatoes are amazing, they put all kind of yummy...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Poor service at the bar! We were virtually ignored the whole time we were there! Had one drink and were going to have food but ended up leaving!
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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I have been to this restaurant a few times for different occassions...bridal showers,Christmas parties etc...I think the food is over rated.It doesn't taste healthy and fresh. However,the ambience and service...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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This restaurant by the sea is a favorite. The seafood is prepared very well. Our servers have always been great! They choose and train their staff very well. The views get an A . Afterwards the a walk on the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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We eat at Bluewater Grill on a regular basis. They always have a table waiting for us and the fist is wonderful. It's great to take a walk along the Harbor after the meal.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like Bluewater Grill! I've been to the Costa Mesa location once, and the Redondo location quite a few times. We nearly had our wedding reception in the party room upstairs but had to change...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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This is my favorite Seafood restaurant. They have the freshest and healthiest selections. We go here for special occasions as well as for an everyday meal. They will even give you a free meal for your birthday...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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This has been my favorite restaurant for at least three years! Enjoy a view of sailboats in a panoramic view while beginning your meal with warm sourdough bread and either Manhattan or New England clam...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I am so sick of this trend where all these allegedly high-end, generic American seafood restaurants serve seared ahi steaks or slices with a clump of wasabi, pickled ginger, and soy sauce. This...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a few times and every time i go back i remember why i don't want to go, but my wife likes it for some reason. Other than the great view of the marina the food here is almost ok. the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
went here lunchtime, try and get a table right by the window overlooking the redondo marina. got the lobster, for a whole lobster it cost $32, kinda cool that you can pick the one straight from the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i went here for a company dinner...and from what i remember, i expected more than what was served. i believe we paid about 50$ for a pre-fixed menu and it was totally not worth it. maybe i should've...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Blue water grill, you're oh so averageI came with my date, who was oh so averageYou had a nice view but it made me swoonNot the romantic way, like kisses by the moonI meant I felt dizzy and a little...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Any place that serves a loaf of sourdough bread is tops on my list. I really enjoyed dining here... the restaurant is airy and has a great view of the marina, the service is good and the food is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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We always used to just go out to the cheesecake factory, until we happened upon the bluewater. The hostesses at cheesecake quoted us a 60 minute wait, so we decided to try next door instead. We lucked out! The...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
solo meal along redondo beach...just a half a mile north of pier....looking for seafood meal to indulge the hungry soul....fairly lax atmosphere....avoiding steaks 'n' looking for seafood...finding...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had dinner here tonight with family! It's a great place to eat with very very reasonable prices! Service is pretty darn good and the staff is totally friendly!I ordered a bowl of New England Clam...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The morning after the wedding, the breakfast brunch blasted off at Bluewater Grill. We had a little buffet-style breakfast, which was pretty good. However, I was feeling slightly hung over, & the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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Great place to go and take in the view. Great seafood. Selection of food is great. Prices are a little hight but worth every bit.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Had orange scallops, horrible. Really bad service, didn't touch my dinner and waiter didn't care. $75 for 2 dishes and a cup of soup. Just because there is no wait, don't be tempted, go back to the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Bo-ring. I ate here once and I don't remember much except that I wasn't happy with my meal. I think I had salmon cooked on a plank, and the seasonings were really funky, in a bad way. There was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Consider this three and a half stars.The level view of the marina in front of the restaurant is not exactly breathtaking but much better than facing the sea mammals painted on the concrete wall of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2007
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I used to go on a monthly basis a few years ago, but now find that I am just not interested. The views are great for sure. The staff is professional and the food is often flavorful and well-prepared. It just...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I took my mother here for her birthday. I wanted to like this place, but their food didn't add up to the price, and the atmosphere was tepid. The food I ate wasn't bad, but it wasn't memorable...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
ive hit up more happy hours this week than any in my life. this is either the indication of a serious alcohol addiction, or an indication that my friends are alcoholics. i'll go with the latter...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bluewater Grill is one of those little secret places that hide in plain sight. It's on the edge of the marina past all the popular joints.You're a trust fund babe who wears nice shoes. You're a yacht...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think my friends Dad said it best a few months ago when we went here for lunch, "I just can't find better seafood at a restaurant nearby." If you are looking for a good seafood place that will...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've said it once and I'll say it again.... I LOVE OYSTERS! On this occasion, I was treated to the yummiest Blue Point Oysters. So creamy and tasty with very little ocean taste. Just the way I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
$10 corkage at present - call ahead to confirm!
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I'm in the mood for seafood I walk over to Bluewater Grill. I've been there for birthday dinners and graduation celebrations and casual weeknights or relaxing Sunday nights.... every time I've...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2006
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We went to this place when it first opened. It was good. As time has passed, this place has deteriorated into a place I would not return to. On our last 2 visits here is the deal:The beer battered fish and...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite and most visited restaurants in the South Bay. When I want some nice fish and reasonably priced wine, I got to Bluewater Grill. Not everything on the menu is of the same quality,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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This restaurant used to be good. I have eaten many dishes and they all tasted boring and lousy. I don't like to waste food so I always take leftovers home. But I did not want to at this restaurants. The only...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/24/2006
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i love this place--it is always sunny. ive been here for holidays and i always have a good time here with my family. friendly staff, and delicious food. i like to get the eggs benedict and fish and chips.im...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/06/2006
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This place leaves much to be desired. I went here with my family and what assaults you first is the tsunami of cheesy music, circa 1984, blaring from the speakers. I'm not kidding when I say "Thriller" was on...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2006
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My boyfriend and I had a fantastic time, if you don't like to wait reservation is a mustthe service was excellent, Megan our waitress excellent job. We wil definately return.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/18/2006
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The service was extremely slow. Food was okay, nothing spectacular - expensive. The only nice thing about this restaurant was the view of the marina. Would not return.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2006
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I enjoyed the ocean view and the service. Their seafood menu is extensive. They don't miss a thing. I was very pleased to find delicious wild salmon among other fish dishes. I look forward to dining here...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/23/2005
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We walked in - two women on a 'girls' night out' & were immediately shown one of the two worst tables in the place. When we refused it we were told the wait would be 30 minutes. Service for unescorted women -...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/06/2005
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This is not only a beautiful marina, ocean front restaurant on the restaurant row of Redondo Beach, but the food is excellent and the prices of food and wine are a good value. My daughter graduated from...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2005
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our family went here for Mother's day dinner.the wait wasn't long and view was great.food was excellent, very fresh seafood exceptour waiter forgot about oyster we ordered. We had enough food to share and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/09/2005
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Redondo Beach location serves up classic seafood specialties in a romantic setting on the water. Must-try house dishes include the live main lobster, oysters on the half shell, Fijian ahi, and other daily fish...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2005
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Excellent lobster, crab cakes and clam chowder. Request a seat near the window--or in the raw bar--overlooking the boats in the marina, and you'll almost feel like you're Nantucket (palm trees excluded!). One...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/14/2005
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This restaurant was a great pick. The food was great, and VERY FRESH, although a little more expensive than I expected. The service was average, not spectacular. They did take quite some time to serve our...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2004
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this restaurant underwent a long renovation of a former location...
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my husband and i dined at bluewater grill in redondo beach last night. we made reservations on line.....
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