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Harbor View Grotto Restaurant & Lounge


2.5 of 5 stars 16 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Seafood, Steakhouse
  • 150 Starfish Way, Crescent City, CA
  • 707-464-3815
  • Price range: £4-12 ($6-$20)

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4 of 5 stars
Madison
4 Oct 2009

I was a bit surprised at all the bad reviews. We've been visiting the Grotto for about the last 5 years and have always had excellent food. Tonight I had the grilled halibut filet and it was delicious. My husband had prime rib and deep fried shrimp and he couldn't get enough. He said it was one of the best... more

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1 of 5 stars
white city oregon
27 Sep 2009

We were on a trip to the coast and we always go to crescent city! Well lets just say that the clam chowder was the worst I have ever had, the steak had no seasoning (and they even asked if we wanted it seasoned) I have never in my life had to "salt and pepper" a steak from a restaurant!... more

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4 of 5 stars
Rogue River Oregon
29 Aug 2009

Nice atmosphere, good food, not for those with difficulty walking, you have to climb a large set of stairs to get to it though. You kind of have a view of a harbor RV park that you look over when you get there, yes you can see the ocean after the fog clears, but it's not really a view of... more

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3 of 5 stars
Chatsworth, Georgia
30 Jul 2009

Ended up at the Grotto because the Chart Room closes early (4:00 pm) on Monday and Tuesday, dont know what Chart hours are when its not tourist season. Grotto did a fine job, food came out on reasonable time, all was OK for the price. It feels a little sterile staring out at all the RVs parked on both sides,... more

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1 of 5 stars
Central California
6 Jul 2009

Yes, just like the gentleman's review on Sep 13, 2006, 60 minutes for the bread and 90 minutes for other plates, and today is Sunday July 05, 2009! I guess they didn't really care. We were seated promptly. The order was taken promptly. Waitress was polite. Iced water and coffee were served fine. That time the place was 2/3 full.... more

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1 of 5 stars
Crescent City, CA
9 Feb 2009

I am a lifetime resident of this beautiful coastal town. I always thought the Grotto was the place to eat, it must be because we could never afford to eat there growing up...Boy was I wrong! I booked the restaurant last week for my mom's birthday. 12 guest including my 2 small children. First of all the waitstaff were very... more

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1 of 5 stars
Park City
11 Aug 2008

This grotto should be kept hidden! Like a cave, the Grotto is in a not so obvious spot,overlooking not only a marina, but an RV trailer park. Views of the inhabitants laundry hanging is not picturesque. The lights were dimmed, to that of cave-level, and a request was made to bring them up a little. The "drink" man complied, and... more

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4 of 5 stars
West Palm Beach
13 Jul 2008

The Grotto works for what it offers. Don't go expecting a "fine dine" experience. It is friendly and well grooved in its appeal to tourits and locals alike. Service was prompt and efficient and although baked potatoes arrived cold, they were quickly replaced. The wine list was very affordable with a Mondavi Fume Blanc for $16. The fish was average,... more

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1 of 5 stars
Washington the state
12 May 2008
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We ate dinner in this restaurant on a Thursday Night. We both ordered a seafood dish, a speciality of the restaurant. I ordered a grilled prawn dinner in white wine sauce, my wife a seafood pasta plate. The waitress was a young gal, interested only in getting a paycheck, not in providing a service for her reward. She lacked in... more

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1 of 5 stars
Tulelake, CA
23 Nov 2007

If you want soggy, overcooked, over fried, over-buttered seafood straight out of the freezer, this is the place for you. Maybe it is fitting that everything was "swimming" in oil, sauce, or dressing: the fish, the coleslaw, or the salads. We blew a good $50 on what is probably the worst meal I've ever had while travelling on the California... more

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Harbor View Grotto Restaurant & Lounge Address

150 Starfish Way, Crescent City, CA
Tel: 707-464-3815
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.