Insider Pages Reviews for Giovannis Fish Market

4 Stars: Albacore fish and chips (by Louie and Janet A.)

Louie and Janet A. — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 20:20:00 GMT

We eat at Giovannis about 3 times a year and we love it. We love the albacore fish chips when it's in season. Can you tell us what months you serve albacore fish and chips. It just hapened that we got lucky one time that it was on the menu. Also; like the fact that you can have cocktails with you food now out in the patio area.

2 Stars: What happened to the GOOD Giovanni's? (by Regina S.)

Regina S. — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 07:25:00 GMT

The first time that I went to Giovanni's, it was the greatest. I loved the food, the employees and the view. But this last time I went it was horrible! I have had better service at a McDonald's with only one employee. Not only did it take for ever to order our food since the gentleman could not figure out what we were asking him, I am sorry if asking for extra lettuce and extra tomato are to confusing! Then to top it off, they still messed up the food. There were no extra veggies like I had wanted, and the fries were soggy and tasted like they hadn't changed their oil in a year. It was absolutely disgusting. Then to top it off, it you go inside and ask them questions about their seafood, you will most likely get someone who has not a single idea of what they are talking about. I had to ask three different people what date an item was received until I finally got an honest answer. I am sorry but just saying "Oh...its fresh" just does not cut it. I wish the place would go back to the way it was when I was there in 2005. Every there at that time knew what they where doing, and also how to cook the food.

4 Stars: Freshest Fish Anywhere! (by larry d.)

larry d. — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 12:13:00 GMT

My wife and I winter in Laughlin, NV and summer in Star Valley, WY...and do lots of traveling in between. The fresh fish at Giovanni's is so superior than we have found anywhere! Having parents living in Morro Bay, brings us to the area frequently. A trip to Morro Bay would not be complete without a visit to Giovanni's! We have experienced some frustration due to long lines to order food to go. Having only one window for orders and pick-ups makes the process inefficient. However, we enjoy the fish so much that we wait!

5 Stars: Fresh is Best (by Shirley S.)

Shirley S. — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 17:17:00 GMT

Being of Chinese descent, only the freshest fish will do in our household. We can't wait for Dungeness crab season year after year- we just bought six live crabs and had a feast last night. Our guests, the winery owners of Windward Vineyard, Maggie and Marc were more than delighted with the incredible quality of the seafood.
We sipped on their 2006 Pinot Noir and it was a dinner made in heaven. Giovanni's is THE place to purchase your seafood in SLO county. We highly recommend it!

Dr.Stephen and Mrs. Shirley S.

4 Stars: Fresh Fish (by Barbara S.)

Barbara S. — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 16:05:00 GMT

Last visit to Giovannis, I purchased fresh swordfish and smoked swordfish. They were absolutely the best. I am looking forward to returned to buy same and highly recommend Giovannis seafood. If the clerks say it's fresh, I know it is. The flavor is there and my taste buds come alive with the thought of getting out of Cambria to pick up more fresh fish. Thanks Givoannis and keep the good work.

Barbara S.

4 Stars: Giovanni's fresh food (by kelly a.)

kelly a. — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 18:10:00 GMT

I am a local and shop all the time at Giovanni's. They have the freshest fish around. We frequently buy the whole crab and they will always crack and clean it with a smile. I recently used my free fish and chips coupon and was very amazed at the size of the order, and it was so tasty! I will definitely be glad when construction is done and the promise of faster service.

5 Stars: One of the best! (by Eden G.)

Eden G. — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 16:53:00 GMT

Giovannis have some of the best fish & chips around! They are famous for the line that wraps around the block - and for good reason, too. The fish is perfection to say the least. Some F&C is just soaked with grease, but NOT Gio's! You won't be disappointed! Make sure to call ahead so you don't have to wait in line! Super friendly service, too!

5 Stars: Worth a pretty long drive (by tom d.)

tom d. — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 00:18:00 GMT

We live in Nipomo, about a 90 minute roundtrip to Morro Bay.

The fish at Giovanni's is so much better than we have found anywhere else that we have been happily taking this trip two or three times a month for the past year or so.

We are convinced that the superior quality of anything you buy there will make your trip worthwhile even if you don't browse some of the nice shops around there.

They also have very good great clam chowder, fish and chips, etc. which you can eat at picnic-style tables overlooking the bay.

5 Stars: Wanna Be HAPPY:-) ?? (by Susan N.)

Susan N. — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 22:04:00 GMT

Drive fast (safely of course) or Run (not walk) to Giovanni's Fish Market ASAP! This is a little bit of heaven on earth. The fish is so fresh that I stare and swear I saw it move a bit LOL! Really it is that fresh! And the local fish freshly caught and prepared for sale is every body's business. No favorites here. You want it - you got it. From Sushi quality fish, to shellfish such as fresh crab and lobster, oysters, clams, mussels - and the public favorites wild salmon, halibut, Snapper, Shark, Tuna - my goodness the baby pink local shrimp - it is all heaven on earthly good. Not to forget how knowledgeable and helpful the staff is in offering recipes, sharing secrets of the culinary world, and the proper storage of such treasures - for home or travel. Add to that a loaf of artisan or sourdough bread, a fresh lemon or 2 and a bottle of fine wine - and you are so set for fun and celebration!I have not yet checked out the freshly prepared cafe' menu - but from the full fast moving lines, and the smell of all things fresh - I'm afraid I may over-indulge - I WATCH people walk to the scenic deck to consume chowder and Crab quesadillas - trying not to stare. One day I did simply that. Sat down with a cold drink and listened to a very happy crowd viewing Morro Rock.This is a happening place - where one or 2 times in you are family. Special orders are welcome which has been helpful to me in the past!You will not know good fish till you have Giovanni's in Morro Bay!

5 Stars: COME VISIT GIOVANNI"S (by GIOVANNI D.)

GIOVANNI D. — Sun, 24 Dec 2006 14:15:00 GMT

Come Visit Giovanni's Fish Market in Morro Bay.
Featuring Morro Bay's BEST:

FISH & CHIPS
Clam Chowder in a Toasty BREAD BOWl
FISH TACOS
GARLIC FRIES

Giovanni's has won the Annual Morro Bay Chowder Cook-off Every Year, in Both the Peoples AND Judges Choice. Giovanni's has also be repeatedly awarded the prestigious FIRST PLACE in the Best of SLO Awards.

We boast The Biggest Fish & Chips for the Money in Morro Bay for 5 Large pieces for ONLY $7.99

We also feature mouth watering hamburgers, like the "Mean & Meaty" Burger, and such locals favorites as the grilled HALIBUT SANDWITCH, and the Dungeness CRAB QUESADILLA..

Come Visit us today!

And remember if it's Fresh Local Fish You want, we are the oldest family owned fish market in Morro Bay for oVer 25 years, unloading Fish across our very own dock from our very own boats.

Have a look at our menu, or order some Seafood Online at:

WWW.GIOVANNISFISHMARKET.COM

5 Stars: Giovannis Fish Market (by Dawn O.)

Dawn O. — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 09:44:00 GMT

This fish market has a great selection of fresh fish and seafood. They also have a take out window where you can order delicious homemade clam chowder, fish and chips, deep fried shrimp, and other various seafood dishes. The clam chowder in a bread bowl is one of my all time favorites. They go out of their way for their customers. If you are wanting to take some fresh seafood home and live far away they will pack you a nice ice box to keep the fish in so the seafood is kept as fresh as possible before you arrive home. If you are in the market for the best fresh seafood than this is definitely the place to stop. You are sure to find a wonderful delicacy here.