Johnny's Harborside – Seafood
Perched along the water’s edge, Johnny’s Harborside captures the essence of coastal living with a breezy atmosphere where the scent of salt air mingles with the savory aroma of golden fried calamari and rich, velvety clam chowder. The kitchen balances the raw, briny snap of freshly shucked oysters with elevated comfort, offering everything from charred brussels sprouts and vibrant smoked beet salads to a perfectly seared halibut resting on a bed of sweet corn risotto. It is a sun-drenched sanctuary for seafood lovers, where a leisurely meal concludes with the bright, citrusy zing of a petite key lime pie.
493 Lake Avenue, Santa Cruz 95062 http://johnnysharborside.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, keto, low-carb, halal, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, weight-watchers, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, low-fodmap, carnivore, raw-food, tlc, detox, aip, volumetrics, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, sirtfood, pegan
Currently closed
Hours
- Wednesday
- 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Thursday - Sunday
- 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its high-quality seafood and elegant presentation, guests consistently praise the pleasant environment that enhances the overall dining experience. Reviewers highlight the professional and attentive service, noting that staff are particularly helpful with menu recommendations. Standout dishes include the fresh seafood selections which leave diners feeling satisfied and eager to return with friends.
Menu
Appetizers
- Freshly Shucked Oysters: Fresh local oysters Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Fried Calamari: Crispy fried calamari Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fried Brussels Sprouts: Crispy brussels sprouts Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Clam Chowder: Fresh, brothy, clam-full chowder Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
Salads
- Signature Caesar Salad: Romaine, caesar dressing, croutons Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Smoked Beet and Kale Salad: Smoked beets, kale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
Main Courses
- Jeffery’s Double Cheeseburger: Double beef patties, cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fish and Chips: Battered fish, fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Grilled Halibut with Corn Risotto: Fresh halibut, corn risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating
Desserts
- Petite Key Lime Pie: Key lime pie served in a mason jar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Hand-crafted Cocktails: Assorted craft cocktails
- Local Beer: Selection of local brews
- Wine: Selection of wines