Barbara's Fish Trap – Seafood
Perched along the coast, this breezy seaside haunt captures the nostalgic charm of a classic fish shack where the salty ocean air mingles with the irresistible scent of golden-fried treasures. Guests dive into chilled goblets of zesty prawn ceviche and crisp, "ringy dingy" calamari, while baskets of honey-gold corn fritters and tempura-battered vegetables offer a satisfying crunch against the backdrop of the waterfront. It is a sun-drenched sanctuary for seafood lovers, where every bite of tender clam strips and succulent crab cakes feels like a quintessential celebration of the Pacific’s bounty.
281 Capistrano Road, Half Moon Bay CA 94019 https://barbarasfishtrap.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, low-carb, high-protein, keto, dairy-free, nut-free, pescatarian, whole30, paleo, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, atkins, low-cholesterol, alkaline, raw-food, aip, zone, volumetrics, tlc, carnivore, renal, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, juice-cleanse
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its perfectly cooked main courses and reasonable pricing, guests consistently praise the cozy atmosphere that makes for a welcoming dining experience. Reviewers highlight the attentive service and high-quality preparation of the menu, noting that the flavors and overall value never disappoint.
Menu
Starters
- Shrimp Cocktail - $15.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Crab Cocktail - $6.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Prawn Cocktail - $15.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Prawn Ceviche - $16.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Raw-Food, Alkaline
- Ringy Dingy Calamari - $18.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Zucchini or Mushrooms Tempura - $12.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Clam Strips - $13.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Krab Kakes - $10.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chicken Nuggets - $9.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Fritters - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Artichokes Tempura - $14.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Garlic Bread - $7.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Garlic Cheese bread - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Garlic Cheese Crab Bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Oysters on Half Shell (7) - $23.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- 1/2 order Steamed Clams - $22.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Steamed Clams - $36.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Steamed Mussels - $32.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Half order Steamed Mussels - $20.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Onion Rings - $7.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
Pasta
- Seafood Pasta - $27.95: Fish, Prawns, or Calamari with red or italiano sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Italiano Style Pasta - $27.95: Garlic, extra virgin olive oil, butter, white wine, fresh herbs with choice of Prawns, Clams, Mussels, Calamari, Fish or Clams & Mussels Combo Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Scallops Pasta - $30.95: Linguini pasta with sautéed scallops and red or italiano sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Combination Pasta - $33.95: Prawns, calamari, fish, scallops, clams & mussels in red or italiano sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Pasta Primavera - $22.95: Zucchini, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower and mushrooms in cream or italian style sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Creamy Seafood Pasta - $28.95: Cream sauce with choice of clams, mussels, baby shrimp or prawns Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Landlubber - $19.95: Pasta with meat sauce
- Pasta Marinara - $15.95: Tomato-based sauce, garlic, herbs, and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Smoked Salmon Pasta - $27.95: Cream sauce or Italiano style Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Salads
- Tuna Salad - $18.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Crab Louie Salad Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Baby Bay Shrimp Louie Salad - $22.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Combo Louie Salad: House salad with crab and shrimp Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Caesar Salad - $12.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Caesar Salad with Chicken - $18.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Garden Salad - $7.95 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Wedge salad with bacon - $17.95
- Clam Chowder - Cup - $5.95
- Clam Chowder - Bowl - $16.95
- Sourdough Bread Bowl - $13.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Specialties
All plates come with choice of french fries, rice pilaf, or coleslaw.
- Fish & Chips - $19.95: Golden-fried cod or fillets, house-made tartar sauce and fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Coastside Calamari - $24.95: Crispy golden rings and tender tentacles in light batter Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Mini Fishtrap Tempura - $27.95: Fried scallops, prawns, fish & calamari Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Scallops Tempura - $28.95: Golden-fried sea scallops with tartar and cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Veggie Platter Tempura - $18.95: Broccoli, zucchini, carrots, cauliflower & mushrooms Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Scallops & Prawns Combo - $26.95: Sea scallops and prawns in light batter Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Fish & Calamari Combo - $25.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Ocean Prawns Tempura - $23.95: 7 plump prawns in tempura batter Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Barbara's Fishtrap Platter - $40.95: Larger version of Mini Fishtrap Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Golden Catch Fish Dinner - $23.95: Signature light and crispy batter fried fish Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Ocean Finest Fish Dinner - $22.95: Simply seasoned and broiled fish with butter Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Fish and Prawn Combo - $22.95: Crisp, golden batter fish and prawns Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Ocean Prawns Tempura Dinner - $28.95: 9 plump prawns in tempura batter Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Prawn & Fish Combo - $23.95: 2 Pieces of fish and 4 Prawns Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Tempura Oysters - $23.95: 7 fresh oysters in light crispy batter Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Sandwiches
All sandwiches come with choice of fries or coleslaw.
- Fish of the day sandwich - $22.95: Broiled or fried Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, South-Beach
- Cajun Fish Sandwich - $23.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic
- Baby Bay Shrimp Sandwich - $21.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Dungeness Crab Sandwich Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Salmon Burger - $18.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Surf Burger - $21.95
- Deluxe Beef Burger - $16.95
- Broiled Chicken Breast Sandwich - $16.95 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Krab Kake Sandwich - $12.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tuna Melt Sandwich - $19.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fried oyster sandwich - $21.95: Seasonal Dietary tags: Pescatarian
South of The Border
Available Tuesdays-Thursdays only
- Prawn Fajitas - $24.95: Prawns, bell peppers, sweet onions, zesty spices, lime Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, Alkaline
- Chicken Fajitas - $19.95: Chicken strips, bell peppers, sweet onions, zesty spices, lime
- Soft Fish Tacos - $18.95: Broiled or fried fish, soft tortillas, rice, refried beans
- Baby Shrimp Quesadilla - $17.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Beverages
- Fountain Soda - $4.25: Coke, Diet Coke, Root Beer, Sprite or Lemonade
- Juice - $5.25: Apple or Mango/Orange
- Cream Soda - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Pellegrino - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Kids Soda - $2.95
- Kids Juice - $3.95: Apple or Orange Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Orange Mango Juice - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Beer Special - $3
Sides
- Side Coleslaw or Side of Fries - $6.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Side of Sourdough Bread - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Desserts
- Key Lime Pie - $8.95
- Chocolate Cake - $11.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Barbara's Fish Trap
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Side of sourdough bread meets sixteen dietary criteria including vegan, dairy-free, and sugar-free, while soft fish tacos are high-protein and dairy-free.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Barbara's Fish Trap by visiting their official website at https://barbarasfishtrap.com/ for additional information.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a cozy seaside atmosphere and 5.0/5 rating, this restaurant provides a welcoming, scenic setting for special occasions and dates.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no concerns, instead highlighting the perfectly cooked main courses, attentive service, cozy atmosphere, and high-quality food preparation.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Barbara's Fish Trap features a moderate price level ($$) and is noted by guests for its reasonable pricing and value.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu includes vegan options like sourdough bread and plant-based items, though specific keto, gluten-free, or low-carb dishes are not listed.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Seafood lovers seeking a cozy, breezy seaside atmosphere with high-quality, reasonably priced dishes like prawn ceviche and calamari would enjoy this restaurant.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain the specific number of reviews for Barbara's Fish Trap.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, dairy-free, nut-free, plant-based, high-protein, heart-healthy, and several specialized health-focused diets like Mediterranean and macrobiotic.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Barbara's Fish Trap has an average rating of 5.0/5, with guests praising the high-quality preparation and reasonable pricing.
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