San Pedro Fish Market
Marina, Long Beach
Restaurant in Long Beach, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
San Pedro Fish Market is worth choosing for a casual, group-friendly waterfront meal in Long Beach, not for a quiet or polished dinner. Go when sharing, marina energy, and an easy plan matter more than a tightly curated restaurant experience; cross-shop Boathouse on the Bay or Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach for a more structured night out.
About San Pedro Fish Market
San Pedro Fish Market in Long Beach is a casual venue with daily hours that run until 10 PM. It is open Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 10 PM. The dress code is casual.
Plan around the basics rather than specific menu or service assumptions. Use the published hours to choose a time that fits your schedule, and dress comfortably. For menu details, service style, reservations, seating, or accessibility questions, confirm directly with the venue before going.
Use it when a casual Long Beach plan is enough
The clearest planning cue is the dress code: casual. That makes San Pedro Fish Market a direct Long Beach option when you do not need a formal dress-up setting.
For a repeat visit, the decision should come down to timing and expectations. The venue is open daily, with slightly earlier opening hours on Saturday and Sunday. Beyond that, avoid assuming a specific format, menu, or occasion fit unless you have confirmed it with the venue.
Where it fits in a Long Beach dining plan
Compared with Boathouse on the Bay, San Pedro Fish Market should be considered on the basis of your preferred timing, mood, and the details each venue confirms directly. If you are choosing among dining options, compare current hours and any reservation or service details before committing.
Schooner Or Later, Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach, Playa Amor, and Noble Rotisserie are other names to consider when you are comparing dining plans. The best choice depends on the kind of meal you want and the current information each venue provides.
The verdict: choose San Pedro Fish Market when its Long Beach location, casual dress code, and daily hours fit your plan. For anything more specific, confirm directly before you go.
Planning details
- Location
- 6550 E Marina Dr, Long Beach, CA 90803
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- sanpedrofish.com
- Phone
- +15626060090
The take
The Take
The Vibe
San Pedro Fish Market presents a direct, high-energy waterfront atmosphere that trades polish for immediacy. The setting is sensory — the marina on one side, the scent of grilled shellfish on the other — and the operation is volume-driven and communal rather than stage-managed. Guests order at a counter and gather at open-air and communal tables to eat the catch, so the tone reads as casual and energetic rather than refined. The place prioritizes fresh seafood and convivial hustle over a composed, multi-course dining narrative, making the visit feel like a lively, waterfront ritual.
Best For
San Pedro Fish Market is best for groups, families, and anyone after an unpretentious waterfront seafood outing. The format rewards communal dining and sharing — including the signature Seafood Feast — so it suits gatherings where passing plates and lively conversation are part of the plan. It is not meant for a formal tasting-menu occasion; instead it works for casual hangouts, family meals, and group outings that value fresh catch, the marina setting, and an energetic, hands-on dining experience.
Ordering Tips
Treat this as a market-first operation: there is counter service — you order at the counter, collect your food, and then take a seat at communal or open-air tables beside the water. The venue operates outside the logic of reservations, so expect a queue-like flow and a high-volume rhythm rather than table service. Plan to share plates (the Seafood Feast is the signature communal choice), embrace the sensory immediacy of grilled shellfish, and come prepared for casual, hands-on dining rather than a plated, multi-course progression.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual lively waterfront atmosphere with picnic-style outdoor seating and marina views.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Very Large
Signature Dishes
Seafood Feast
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 6550 E Marina Dr, Long Beach, CA 90803
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Noble Rotisserie, Notable alternative
- Schooner Or Later, Notable alternative
- Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach, Notable alternative
- Playa Amor, Notable alternative
- Boathouse on the Bay, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Long Beach
San Pedro Fish Market is the casual group play in this set. Choose it when value comes from scale, waterfront energy, and an easy meal with mixed-age diners. Boathouse on the Bay is the better fit for a more composed marina dinner, especially if the occasion needs a clearer restaurant feel.
Schooner Or Later is the better daytime alternative when breakfast or lunch is the point, while Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach is stronger for a planned dinner with more structure. Playa Amor is the smarter pick when the group wants a more flavor-led night rather than a broad seafood outing.
If booking friction matters, San Pedro Fish Market is the easiest recommendation for a flexible casual plan. If ambiance and pacing matter more, start with Boathouse on the Bay or Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach instead.
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Compare San Pedro Fish Market
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| San Pedro Fish Market | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Noble Rotisserie | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Schooner Or Later | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Playa Amor | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Boathouse on the Bay | Long Beach | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is San Pedro Fish Market good for solo dining?
It can be considered for a solo visit if the Long Beach location and daily hours fit your schedule. For details such as seating style, ordering format, or wait times, confirm directly with the venue.
What should I wear to San Pedro Fish Market?
Keep it casual. The dress code for San Pedro Fish Market in Long Beach is casual.
Can I eat at the bar at San Pedro Fish Market?
Do not plan around bar seating unless the venue confirms it. The details here cover hours and casual dress code, not a bar setup.
What are alternatives to San Pedro Fish Market?
Boathouse on the Bay, Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach, Noble Rotisserie, Schooner Or Later, and Playa Amor are other dining options to compare. Check current details directly with each venue before choosing.
Is San Pedro Fish Market good for a special occasion?
It may work if a casual Long Beach setting is what you want. If the occasion depends on a specific menu, seating arrangement, service style, or reservation setup, confirm those details directly with the venue.
Is lunch or dinner better at San Pedro Fish Market?
Use the hours to decide. San Pedro Fish Market is open Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 10 PM.
Does San Pedro Fish Market handle dietary restrictions?
Ask the venue directly before you go, especially for strict dietary needs or allergies.
