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Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe

7110 Avenida Encinas # 101, Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 431-8454
Ranked #25 of 127 restaurants in Carlsbad
4.0 of 5 stars 23 Reviews
Cuisines: Seafood
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout
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Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout
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Carlsbad, California
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Not only is this a market for fresh fish they serve excellent meals. I love their white clam chowder, shrimp cocktails and plate meals. Excellent choice - some inside seating remainder outside in courtyard. More

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Huntington Beach, California
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Really great fresh seafood for a nice lunch on their patio. A bit pricey but excellent. The steamers and mussels were delicious. More

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Carlsbad, California
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

You think, wow, a cool walk-up window at a fish market and tables in the sun, this could be a hidden gem to enjoy, but it's not. Take your fish home, cook it there, enjoy your own environment at home. Plastic chairs, plastic tables and lots of people coming and going past you to order and pick up pizzas at... More

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California
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Pelly's is the place the locals go for fish to bring home for a BBQ....they get fresh fish everyday and price the meals you can order at a level that reflects this is not a restaurant first... There is outdoor seating shared with Subway and the Pizza place as well as Starbucks....kept nicely by all.... They will bring your meal... More

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Anderson, South Carolina
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

Do not go to Pelly's for the atmosphere, but do go there for the fresh seafood offerings. We had the Clam Chowder (excellent) followed by my yellowtail sandwich and my wife's calamari. Wow! The fish was fresh and after it was grilled had an excellent flavor. Go here for super fresh fish offerings. The atmosphere is super caual and may... More

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Denver, Colorado
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

We were looking for a seafood place that wouldnt cost a paycheck but would have great fresh seafood. We found all that at Pelly's. The clam chowder is the best ever. I had fresh swordfish and it was the best I have ever had. The prices are very reasonable And service isn't all bad. You order at the counter and... More

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San Diego, California
Top Contributor
50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2012

I stopped by for a quick bite after spotting this places months ago. Tucked behind a Subway in between Rite Aid and Starbucks, it's a hole-in-the-wall in the middle of a strip mall. Right when you walk in you notice two things, there HUGE case of fresh cut filets of fish and their blue marine murals that coat the walls.... More

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California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2012

Liked it all...the fish choices are varied. There were nice sides as well. The food is clean and fresh and the restaurant, although very simple has a home feeling. More

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Oceanside, California
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012

Incredible fish sandwiches! Great place for a casual, tasty lunch! More

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2011

I had done my research and was still surprised. This is an actual fish market...duh! It is located in a strip mall (random). You literally walk up to the counter and order a sandwich or entree from a guy that looks like he just returned from a fishing expedition. The place is uber casual, which is good with the kiddos.... More

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