Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant
King Harbor, Redondo Beach
Restaurant in Redondo Beach, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant is best for a casual Redondo Beach harbor seafood stop, not a dressed-up special occasion. Go when convenience, an easy booking profile, a fish-market feel matter more than formal service or a polished dining room.
About Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant
Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant is a casual venue in Redondo Beach. It keeps daily hours starting at 10 AM, closes at 8:30 PM most nights, stays open until 9 PM on Friday and Saturday, has a casual dress code.
Go for a casual Redondo Beach stop, not a formal night out
The clearest reason to choose this place is occasion fit. Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant is better framed as a casual Redondo Beach option than as a formal, high-ceremony restaurant.
Keep the decision simple. Choose it when casual dress and direct timing matter. Look elsewhere if the goal is a formal tasting-menu experience or a high-touch special-occasion setting.
Timing matters more than planning
The published hours make Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant flexible across much of the day: Monday through Thursday from 10 AM to 8:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 10 AM to 9 PM, Sunday from 10 AM to 8:30 PM. Those hours are the most useful planning detail to rely on.
In the local mix, Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant is best treated as a casual Redondo Beach choice with broad daily availability. For broader planning around the area, Our full Redondo Beach restaurants guide is the better starting point.
Planning details
- Location
- 209 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
- Website
- captainkidds.com
- Phone
- +13103727703
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Captain Kidd's reads like a working harbor transplanted into a dining experience: brine, kelp and the faint diesel undertone arrive before the food. The place operates as a fish-market-and-restaurant hybrid, so the atmosphere is intentionally unvarnished — the scrape of ice and the thud of whole fish punctuate conversation. That context makes the venue feel authentic and lived-in rather than styled for visitors. Diners encounter straightforward, no-frills service and a maritime soundtrack that underscores the kitchen’s connection to daily catches, giving the whole outing a direct, historically rooted character.
Best For
This is a spot for people who prioritize freshness and a casual harbor experience over formal dining. The market side suits shoppers buying raw fish to take home, while the restaurant side welcomes diners looking for freshly prepared seafood without ceremony. Families and groups looking for an unpretentious meal by the water fit in easily, and solo visitors who want quick, reliable seafood can use the market counter. If you’re after an occasion calibrated for polished bay views or a hotel dining room, nearby options mentioned in the profile occupy that territory instead.
Ordering Tips
Treat the market side as part of the menu: inspect the day’s catch and ask staff what arrived most recently. Items are displayed and priced for purchase raw or for immediate preparation, so you can either take seafood home or have it cooked on the spot. Lean into the signatures — Cioppino, Clam Chowder and Fish and Chips are highlighted dishes — and don’t hesitate to ask the counter staff for recommendations based on that day’s haul. Expect a brisk, busy environment and plan accordingly if you prefer a slower-paced meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Down-home harbor atmosphere with simple plank floors and bustling fish market energy.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Cioppino
- Clam Chowder
- Fish and Chips
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to Go If This Is Not the Fit
For a more classic waterfront meal, choose Old Tony's. For a more polished setting, choose sea level @ shade.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Choose Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant when the goal is casual seafood near the harbor with an easygoing plan. Old Tony's is the better cross-shop if the priority is a more classic Redondo Beach waterfront meal, while sea level @ shade is the cleaner choice for a more polished hotel-adjacent setting.
For groups that care more about drinks and a social room than a seafood-market feel, R/10 Social House is likely the stronger fit. Riviera Mexican Cantina makes more sense when the table wants Mexican food and a casual group-friendly night rather than harbor seafood.
California Surf Club is the better pick for a beach-club-style meal with more ambiance built into the outing. Captain Kidd's wins on straightforward harbor utility; the peers win when the room, drinks, or occasion setting matter more.
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Compare Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
| R/10 Social House | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
| Riviera Mexican Cantina | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
| California Surf Club | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
| Old Tony's | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
| sea level @ shade | Redondo Beach | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant?
Use the current menu at Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant to decide what fits your visit.
What are alternatives to Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant?
Other options to compare include Old Tony's, sea level @ shade, R/10 Social House, Riviera Mexican Cantina, California Surf Club, depending on the kind of outing you are planning.
Can I eat at the bar at Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant?
For timing, plan around the hours: Monday through Thursday from 10 AM to 8:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 10 AM to 9 PM, Sunday from 10 AM to 8:30 PM.
What should I wear to Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant?
Dress casually. The dress code for Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant is casual, so formal clothing is not required.
Is Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant good for a special occasion?
It is best judged as a casual Redondo Beach option. If you want a comparison for a night out, sea level @ shade is another option to consider.
Is lunch or dinner better at Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant?
Plan by timing: hours start at 10 AM daily and run until 8:30 PM most nights, with a 9 PM closing on Friday and Saturday.
