Waterside Wonders: Best Waterfront Dining Restaurant in Huntington Beach
It’s no coincidence the best waterfront dining restaurant in Huntington Beach can be found on the water itself in Huntington Beach. Surrounded by a 360 degree ocean view, Broad Street Oyster Company has found its new home in the red roofed landmark at the end of the 1,850-foot-long Huntington Pier. Depending on your age, you may remember it as the former End Cafe or more recently Ruby’s Diner. However, Broad Street Oyster Company has revitalized the two story space with their signature teal and yellow colors alongside retro nautical touches.
Broad Street Oyster Co. The World Famous Lobster & Seafood Menu
The world famous lobster roll is the item that launched Broad Street Oyster Company’s thousand ships. On a lightly toasted buttered brioche roll, they serve it up two ways: warm with butter or chilled with mayo. As if that weren’t decadent enough, they also have the devilishly naughty option to add a topping of uni and caviar. This lobster roll is a nod to New England nostalgia, enjoyed at the most iconic surf city location.
Typically reserved for a fancy white tablecloth restaurant, the seafood tower has been demystified by the crew at Broad Street Oyster Company. Their approach is informal and accessible. Come in flip flops off the beach, come in a wetsuit, come in a hat and jeans. This is the place to come as you are while you enjoy the freshest sea urchin, a dozen oysters, shrimp cocktail, and premium caviar served with crème fraîche. The seafood tower is served on a bed of pebble ice and should definitely be enjoyed with a bubbly beverage.
Owner and chef, Christopher Tompkins says, “We’re allowing everyone and anyone to partake in what is my favorite type of cuisine, seafood. And we’re doing it in a way where we’re not taking ourselves too seriously.” This laidback attitude is the secret to their success. The seafood speaks for itself, without the fuss of an uptight dining experience.
A Burger Beyond the Seafood
You wouldn’t expect to get one of the best burgers in Southern California at a seafood shack, but don’t sleep on Broad Street Oyster Company’s classic cheeseburger. Niman ranch beef patties are smashed to crispy edge perfection, topped with melty American cheese, grated onion, pickle, aioli, and served on a sesame roll. A side of fries is an absolute must, not too small, not too big, just an ideal crunchy accompaniment to anything you order but especially the burger.
Best Ocean View Restaurant in Huntington Beach
Walking down the Huntington Pier and arriving at the edge of both Main Street and Pacific Coast Highway brings you to the heart of downtown Huntington Beach. Broad Street Oyster Company chose the best location to serve up its top-notch seafood. With panoramic ocean views to be enjoyed on two separate levels, this is the spot to post up, meet friends, and let loose. Their vibe of retro nautical decor, surf punk touches, and funky characters lends itself to everything from intimate dates to big celebrations. Outside, the hexagonal building maintained its scarlet awning; inside, it feels like the interior of a friendly (and clean) pirate ship.
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