The Raven

The Raven seems like a decent place to grab lunch near the ocean front. We were walking buy and the time was right so we grabbed a table in the enclosed patio.
Service was friendly and pretty good, the food was decent and didn't cost a whole lot. A had a french dip and fries and was pleased with what i got.  

Over all i really have no complaints about this place, inside is a dark bar that may be a great place to have some drinks but i don't really know.

As far as lunch goes, this is a nice quick place to eat decent, simple food.

Would have been higher but, hostess did not tell the waitress we were in the front area.  Food was good and prompt had the French Dip and they split the sandwich like we asked.  Waitress was very friendly and had a great attitude.  Like I said would of been higher but they forgot about us.

The Raven has been a locals hangout for years.  It is by all accounts a dive bar.  If you go in expecting a fine dining experience, you will be disappointed.  This is a place to belly up to the bar or grab a seat in the patio, away from the smoke, and enjoy drinks and a simple meal with friends - a burger, French dip or seafood.  I do like that they offer steamed broccoli as a side - nice if you are not in the mood for fries.

The clientele is varied.  Off season, I've noticed an older local crowd.  In the summer, the tourists wander in.  Service is relaxed - I've never had an issue, but I don't like to be rushed through a meal either.  Some people prefer a quicker pace and might think service here is slow.  

Drinks - best to stick to beer or simple cocktails.  They do offer wines, but selection is  limited and I would stay away from the by the glass options especially in off season.  I personally enjoy the Raven.  It's not often you find a small place like this that has been around as long as this place has.