Guy Fieri knows where to find the good stuff. These 10 California seafood spots all earned a feature on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — and they’re still open, still slinging it, and still highly rated. From Chico, Garden Grove, Los Angeles and beyond, here are the ones worth the drive, ranked by the reviews.
1. Bluewater Seafood Market & Grill (San Diego)
American, Seafood · $$ · 4.7★ (4,728 Google reviews)
Bluewater Seafood Market & Grill earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.7-star average from 4,728 reviewers backs it up.
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Featured on Triple D: Season 6, Episode 2 — “Their Own Way” (April 13, 2009)
Address: 3667 India St, San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: +1 619-497-0914
Website: bluewaterseafoodsandiego.com
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2. Monterey Fish House (Monterey)
Seafood · $$ · 4.4★ (2,853 Google reviews)
Known for fresh seafood, Monterey Fish House still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 2,853 diners says the hype is real.
Featured on Triple D: Season 20, Episode 1 — “California Cruisin” (September 5, 2014)
Address: 2114 Del Monte Ave, Monterey, CA 93940
Phone: +1 831-373-4647
Website: montereyfishhouse.com
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3. Little Jewel of New Orleans (Los Angeles)
Seafood, Breakfast, Sandwich, Southern, Cajun, Dessert · $$ · 4.4★ (1,685 Google reviews)
The fresh seafood at Little Jewel of New Orleans clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 1,685 Google reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 5 — “Takeout: Shipped, Sweet & Savory” (June 25, 2021)
Address: 207 Ord St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: +1 213-620-0461
Website: littlejewel.net/utm_sourcegoogle
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4. Sabroso Mexican Grill (Garden Grove)
Mexican, Seafood, Breakfast · $$ · 4.4★ (1,648 Google reviews)
Sabroso Mexican Grill is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mexican plates, with a strong 4.4 stars from 1,648 reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 20, Episode 1 — “California Cruisin” (September 5, 2014)
Address: 13091 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92843
Phone: +1 714-537-7080
Website: sabrosomexicankitchen.com
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5. Mac’s Fish & Chip Shop (Santa Barbara)
Seafood · $$ · 4.5★ (1,523 Google reviews)
A longtime local favorite for fresh seafood, Mac’s Fish & Chip Shop keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,523 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.
Featured on Triple D: Season 13, Episode 7 — “Global Traditions” (January 23, 2012)
Address: 85 Shank Painter Rd, Provincetown, MA 02657
Phone: +1 508-487-6227
Website: www.macsseafood.com/restaurants/macs-provincetown
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6. Blue Water Seafood (San Diego)
Seafood · $$ · 4.6★ (1,428 Google reviews)
Blue Water Seafood earned its spot on the show for fresh seafood that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 1,428 reviewers backs it up.
Featured on Triple D: Season 26, Episode — “All Stacked Up” (March 10, 2017)
Address: 5083 Santa Monica Ave Suite 2B, San Diego, CA 92107
Phone: +1 619-255-8497
Website: sdbluewater.com
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7. Black Market Liquor Bar (Studio City, Los Angeles)
Seafood, Italian, Vegan/Vegetarian, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (813 Google reviews)
Known for fresh seafood, Black Market Liquor Bar still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 813 diners says the hype is real.
Featured on Triple D: Season 38, Episode 3 — “Champion Chefs” (September 15, 2023)
Address: 11915 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
Phone: +1 818-446-2533
Website: www.blackmarketliquorbar.com
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8. Gloria’s Café (Los Angeles)
Mexican, Seafood · $$ · 4.5★ (724 Google reviews)
The Mexican plates at Gloria’s Café clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 724 Google reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 9, Episode 3 — “Globetrottin'” (May 10, 2010)
Address: 10227 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034
Phone: +1 310-838-0963
Website: gloriascafe.com
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9. The Rawbar (Chico)
Seafood · $$$ · 4.4★ (505 Google reviews)
The Rawbar is one of the area’s go-to spots for fresh seafood, with a strong 4.4 stars from 505 reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 30, Episode 5 — “Standout Seafood” (June 23, 2019)
Address: 346 Broadway St, Chico, CA 95928
Phone: +1 530-897-0626
Website: www.rawbarchico.com
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10. North End Caffé (Manhattan Beach)
Seafood, Breakfast, Sandwich · $$ · 4.6★ (430 Google reviews)
A longtime local favorite for fresh seafood, North End Caffé keeps a 4.6-star rating across 430 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.
Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 9, Episode 1 — “Surf ‘n Turf” (April 27, 2010)
• Season 32, Episode 8 — “Takeout: Bold Bites Brought Home” (June 5, 2020)
Address: 3421 Highland Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Phone: +1 310-546-4782
Website: www.northendcaffe.com
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