My mom wanted a lobster roll and a water view - this place has both, and both are really good.
I had never been before and since I work close we met for lunch.  We were greeted by a really nice hostess who I had also spoken to on the phone and both times was a polite as could be.  Our waitress was excellent, I wish I knew her name, super friendly, checked on us a few times gave good reco's on what to order and why she liked each dish.  You could tell she likes working there! I felt like they were properly staffed which you don't always see during lunch, but this place got packed! The entire outside patio was pretty  filled as well as a few tables inside.  Service was definitely not a problem!
Ok the food - we each ordered the special summer potato soup, really good, your basic potato, bacon chowder. Â Solid. Â
Next up came our lobster rolls. Â If you like a lobster roll spend the $19 and order the damn thing! They are worth every penny and come with fries, onion rings (which my mom got and were really good) or a side salad (standard greens, really fresh). This is one hell of a lobster roll, whole claws, big chunks, light mayo (which I prefer) and some celery. Â Perfect! Â
Overall this place was great, lunch came to about $60 but with two lobster rolls I can't complain. Â We couldn't help but notice some of the entrees that were served a table over from us...I think it was a shrimp volcano - looked amazing.
I'm looking forward to going back for dinner, but I imagine the vibe may be a little different.  If you are looking for a nice, chill  lunch on the bay, then this is your place!
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update: 10/9/13
Went back last night for dinner, just as good as when we were there for lunch. Â Really fresh, great service. Â A little quiet, but the bar had a nice crowd. Â GO There!!!
Was there for lunch yesterday for the first time and was very impressed.  The poster before me starts off with worst service and honestly that was the Best part of my experience. Melanie not only made my lunch fantastic but was the highlight of my afternoon.  I sat under the awning looking out on the water on a beautiful day and it was fantastic.  Unlike the previos poster it was not crowded when I was there.  My food was done very well especially my Flounder Oreganata  which was fantastic.  Sorry the previous postoer did not have the experience that I did because it really is a great place, it was for me.  I will be back even though it is a Hike from Oceanside and I hope to get Melanie again.
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