The 28 best bars and drinks in Catalina Island

Fun place to hang out with a lot of activities. A bar A big ground where a wedding was taking place. Clean rest rooms loungers Clean beach and a lot of people enjoying voters in serenity. Also a deer happened to come and became another attraction. Will reach it late and still enjoyed all the facilities at this magnificent club. A great place to be in Vince, you're never on. It's a little ahead of the tuna club. Number hundred, and both the walk on.This island for the scenic beauty.

Fake euro summer. This beach club rivals some of the beach clubs I’ve been to in the French Riviera. The service is awesome and friendly, the chaises are pretty big and the water is beautiful. They even have the rocky beaches like in Europe 😂 the public beach gets packed so it’s nice to have your own space and the option of shade under your own umbrella. The chairs are pretty well spaced out as well. The one difference between this beach club and European ones is the obnoxious music the DJ plays when she comes out at 1pm. Somehow he fits 3 songs into 1 min. I would choose any random wedding DJ over this guy. If you get to the beach club when they open at 10am, you’ll have a few hours of serenity and very few beachgoers. Oh the food and drinks are good too and very reasonably priced. Just go! It’s worth it

Such a nice place to stop and eat on the island. Good service, good food. Is near the water and I'm thinking you can rent chairs and eat on the beach if you want. Not sure so don't quote me on that. I ordered the Peruvian Ceviche, delicious!! I highly recommend it. It has a little kick so if you can't eat spicy, don't order this. The sword dish sandwich was also tasty. Never had sword fish. It was good. I highly recommend to come and enjoy the food and view at Descanso Beach Club.

My favorite part of my trip to Catalina, absolutely. Beach Clubs like this one offer unparalleled convenience and relaxation. These are getting hard to find, especially in the United States. Everything was excellent, including the food and services. Drinks were delicious although a little on the weak side.

Had a great birthday day trip to Avalon-Catalina Island, Descanso Beach Club is a must visit- a cozy small beach that you can do swimming, Kayaking, snorkeling, or just relaxing in a tropical setting. Bring your own beach chairs or rent a cabana. Good choices on drinks, foods. Clean restrooms and onsite showers.

One of the highlights of the island. It’s a private beach club, but it’s open to the public. The prices are very reasonable.

My wife and I had an awesome time at the club. It was my first time on the island. Our first day, she booked us a couple of beach chairs at the club. The service from Mitchel was top notch. He really made the experience elevated. Super friendly and professional. Our drinks never sat empty and he was always checking on us to make sure we had everything we needed. Day two was in a Cabana and again, had the great pleasure of having Mitchel. Great drinks, great service and great conversations. Couldn’t have been happier with our service. We will be returning to the club this summer because of the great experience we had with Mitchel and the entire staff.

Stopped in for breakfast during our three day weekend and even though the wait was extremely long to sit down and to be served, the food was pretty good. This place can get very popular depending on the time and day so be prepared to wait a bit. Inside was very crowded so we had to sit at the bar, but we were just a party of two so we didn’t have to wait as long as some of the larger groups. Inside is quite large, they have many different sized tables, but no outdoor seating. Our server was very polite, but it took at least 15 minutes for her to come over for the first time and take our drink/food order and all of our food items came out very slowly. When they did come, some of the items were missing, but the taste quality was there. For my first visit, I ordered the Crabcake Benedict with avocado, and they forgot the avocado when it first arrived as well as some other items from other members in our party. That being said, the crabcake was actually very good and this Benedict was the best of the three that I had on the island during my visit. Pricing is pretty fair and the menu does have a lot of good options. I would definitely recommend if you are in the area and would give it another try in the future next time I visit the island.

The host sat us in the very far left corner where it was very very cramped and the sun was beating down. There was many available tables but I don’t like how we were sat in the worst spot in when it was not busy. We saw other parties of 2 who were sat at bigger tables and with shade not in direct sunlight. However we asked a server and we moved to the bar instead. Katie and Angel were very nice and the food was delicious. The drinks were also amazing. The food did take long to come out but it was worth it. Overall the experience was fine but the host who sat us gave us a bad vibe.

A great place to catch some good seafood. Their ambience is great and their service is amicable. We got lobster roll, fish tacos, and clam chowder. The clam chowder was creamy and flavorful. The fish tacos was fresh and juicy and the lobster roll was fresh and juicy. It was hot lobster roll with sourdough with coleslaw. The coleslaw was also fresh and crunchy. The meat was soft and tender. Overall had a great time here.

This is a MUST stop if you visit Catalina! I have had blackened fish a lot in my life and The Lobster Traps blackened fish is the best! All their food is amazing, the atmosphere is fun, and the bathrooms are clean! Great job guys!

The food was amazing!! I had the macadamia nut crusted swordfish and my mom got the lobster. Everything was delicious!! We were joking as to why you even put veggies on the plate because there's so much other food options to eat! The service was very quick and kind!

Worst Calamari’s I've EVER had they are square flat and hard almost no calamari inside mostly breading. I don’t have a pic but I travel all over the world. The food is ok at best but the prices are ridiculous $96 for two people no drinks only water.

Our bartender, Katie, was great. We appreciate that she was attentive. Food was good - bar food vibes. Although - the fried appetizers were basically just freezer food heated up - like the jalapeno poppers were freezer section Trader Joe’s poppers, for sure. We also got the garlic cheese curds - and same thing. We felt like they were just freezer section quality. The lobster roll was actually really tasty - although we were confused by it being on a hamburger bun. We were expecting it to be served on a hoagie or something similar to keep lobster from falling out the one side - but to each their own. $100 (before tip) got us 2 margaritas, a lobster roll with fries, garlic cheese curds and jalapeno poppers.

The ambiance, the atmosphere, and food. They all tie in together to contribute to the cohesiveness of the restaurant. I was pleasantly surprised with the popcorn while you wait. The grilled Octopus is a must try, succulent, juicy, and flavorful. Although I wish they had a bone in steak the food was on point.

Visiting Avalon for an extended weekend for my birthday so we decided to give Avalon Grille a try for dinner and had a very nice experience. They don’t take reservations, like most restaurants on Catalina, but there was no wait when we arrived at 5:30 and were able to be seated right away. All the staff that we encountered, including our server, were very polite and everything that we ordered came out pretty fast. You can tell the inside has been recently remodeled, and there is a large oval bar in the middle of the restaurant with TVs around it so this would be really nice place to have dinner and/or drinks. As a few reviews mentioned, it is a bit pricey, but not overly so. It’s less than you would spend at a lot of restaurants in West LA so I feel that it is fair, especially given it’s proximity to the water. They have a lot of great dishes on the menu so it took a minute to decide what I wanted to order. For my meal, I decided to start with the Watermelon Feta Salad and really enjoyed it. It was a good size portion and would be easy to split between two people, but it’s also the perfect amount for one person if you’re hungry. For my entrée, I chose the Whole Branzino and really liked it. I get Branzino often so I’ve tried it all over California, and beyond, and I can say that this is a good version. It did have quite a few bones in it, but that’s what you get when you do a Whole Branzino. The side succotash was really nice and overall it was very good. Given the limited options in Avalon, I would say this is one of the best places to grab dinner and certainly has an amazing location. I would recommend and would try it again next time I’m on the island.

The food was incredible! The service was excellent, with a great atmosphere all around. The steak was cooked to perfection, and the staff’s recommendations were spot on. The drinks were simply amazing! Highly recommended.

We couldn’t find any place open to eat the first night we arrived at Catalina, so we were thrilled when Avalon Grille was open! Then we just continued to be delighted - Jimmy was our server and was amazing ! He recommended the gnocchi and it was chuck full of healthy vegetables and the noodles were made from scratch and were so fresh and delicious ! He also recommended the Sunny day which was a light and fresh summery sparkling drink that I absolutely loved ! The kitchen had made a wrong drink for someone so he graciously gave that to my husband as well! We loved the desserts Jimmy recommended as well ! He also had some fun drone tips to tell my husband about and was great to talk to! We highly recommend Jimmy and Avalon Grille :)

We stopped into the Avalon Grill as another restaurant had a 45 minute wait and we just didn't want to wait that long. I am glad that happened because we all enjoyed the lovely atmosphere, impeccable service, and the delicious entrees that were available. It was also very interesting to get habinaro seasoned popcorn while we waited for our main courses. Pro tip: they do not take reservations so get there a tad bit early for your evening meal. Overall great experience and loved feeling the fresh ocean breeze flowing through the restaurant.

This was the best restaurant that we found in Avalon! The happy hour is fantastic and the food and drinks were delicious. It was interesting that nobody mentioned it when we asked for recommendations, but we were so happy to find it.

Great restaurant located right on the main walkway. The food was delicious, service was top notch, atmosphere was great. We actually enjoyed the branzino even more than the steak!

A solid breakfast diner in the heart of Avalon. Stopped in for my first time this morning and overall we had a nice breakfast. It’s not quite as good as a lot of spots on the mainland, but given its location I feel they did a good job. It was quite busy on a Thursday morning, so I’m sure it can get even crazier on weekends. They have a very large menu filled with all sorts of classic dishes so choosing some thing was a bit of a challenge given how many options there were. Our server was polite, although we just saw him at the very beginning of our meal and not again. Our dishes arrived actually pretty slowly, but given that I’m sure the kitchen is smaller than a lot of mainland kitchens I won’t fault them too much for that. Pricing is also pretty fair given that it’s island food and feel it would be a good stop if you’re in the area and looking for breakfast. For my breakfast I chose the Dungeness Crab Eggs, Benedict and thought it was pretty good. The sauce was more watery than I prefer, and the Dungeness Crab was very chopped, almost like burger meat, so I wish it would’ve been more in chunk form like you see in a Dungeness Crab Cocktail. Also the hashbrowns could have been a bit crispy but overall not a bad meal. They do have Kona Coffee so the coffee was very strong and tasty, which may have been my favorite part of the meal. I would suggest if you are in Avalon and looking for a nice place to have breakfast.

Visited on a Wednesday morning with a group of 10 - seated 1 group indoor and outdoor. Restaurant was quite busy - service was a little slow and a few things forgotten/had to remind and ask to bring out. -Fries -Vanilla Milkshake (asked for it/wasn't om the menu) -Pancakes -Kids Benedict Everything was pretty good. Would recommend for a casual breakfast or lunch.

We arrived for brunch around 9:30am on a Saturday and the place was packed. Luckily, they were able to seat us quickly. I ordered the Catalina veggie omelette, which came with hollandaise sauce, pancakes, and fresh fruit, my friend ordered the Belgian waffle with strawberries, and my other friend ordered orange juice and chicken fried steak, which came with hashbrowns and biscuits and gravy. Service was very quick and the food came out fast. While not the best food I've ever had, it helped fuel us for the rest of our day kayaking and touring the island.

We visited here for dinner though. It's very popular breakfast place. We were very happy to be escorted to a nice table. Esmeralda took the orders and helped guide us through the availability of Italian dishes. I took the salad and the minestron soup. They were excellent. Noodles with meatballs and well cooked. Rub yeoli dish with spinach. Everything tasted, yummy drinks were available. We went in for simple Coke and water. The service was very good and being a birthday. They gave a complimentary tiramisu, which was icing on the cake. Excellent place. We enjoyed all the hospitality and great service. Very reasonable prices and made evelyn, even more memorable

Breakfast was busy but they managed to get the food out pretty quickly. Whatever they order the food on, I guess sends it straight to the kitchen so it didn't take long. Drinks were great. Food was even better.

Nothing fancy about this place, a bit dated if I say so myself. But I’m sure that’s where the discount is coming from. The soda pop cups are more European sized, with just a refill; with the exception of coffee. The food is delicious, I had the eggs Benedict which for some reason most restaurants butcher. My whole family enjoyed their viddles as well. Too many to list. Cons: the Helppp, my, my this sir with no hair seemed to be bothered. I felt like at any second he would say hurry up and byeee. Regardless, good food bad service.

Great food! Small space, definitely felt a family vibe there. This place is felt unreal, just 50 feet away you got the beach and other shops. I will definitely come back!

I saw this place in a YouTube video. We didn’t realize it opened after 11 a.m., but luckily we made it just in time for a late lunch or early dinner , and it was worth the wait! The food was fantastic, the vibe was cozy and relaxed, and the staff were incredibly kind and accommodating. Although it’s a small spot, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. It’s a Mexican and seafood restaurant, and we tried the chicken nachos , the chicken was packed with flavor. We also had the calamari with fries, which was fresh and perfectly cooked. The creamy white dipping sauce they served on the side was so delicious we asked for more! We also sampled a few cocktails, and the staff was super flexible. I initially ordered a Bahama Mama but didn’t enjoy it, so they kindly let me switch to the local specialty, Buffalo Milk , and it was amazing. Located right across from the ferry terminal, this place is the perfect final stop before heading back home with good memories and a full stomach. Highly recommended!

We were not disappointed for waiting 30 minutes for a table at all. It was well worth the wait!!! The ambiance in the restaurant is so Vibrant! They have the best music playing. Fish and Chips is a great option! If you order a certain drink.You get a straw hat for free.

We had dinner at Luau Larry’s and we must admit: service was great, drinks were amazing. We ordered a Clam Chowder and it was loaded with potatoes, so many that there was no soup at all. we also ordered a mixed platter and it was ok. Food was nothing extraordinary. Music and location were awesome. It’s a great spot t stop for drinks.

Very welcoming and the food and drinks were A+!! 👌🏾❤️ We will definitely come back again! The overall theme for the bar is pretty cool!

Bright and colorful with a laid-back, beachy vibe — tiki style. It’s a great spot to grab casual drinks with friends and soak in its unique character. The drinks are definitely the highlight — strong, creative, and really well made. The whole place just felt really good — the kind of spot where the drinks hit right and the vibe makes you want to stay a little longer.

Ambiance: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Food: Drinks: 4/5 Price: 4/5 Parking: Cute, local, tiki inspired bar in Catalina. Didn't have any food so didn't rate anything there. The whole area is walkable so no rating there either. Service was fast and the bartenders were great!

It seemed to me as one of the more popular Bars on the island. Always packed and full of people even at closing. Still with the volume of people the bar tenders readily get you your drinks. Im not sure how you get one, but people are there for the Hats. Goodplace for a lively Vibe. I had a mezcal Jamaica which tastes great!

Visiting Catalina for a three day weekend and of all three dinners that we had while on the island this was our favorite. It’s right across from Avalon Bay so you can dine staring at the water, which is a lovely option. If possible try to sit at one of the tables by the windows which have the best views. It’s located up on the second floor so you have good views of the entire bay. Inside is quite large and they have many different seating options available for many different size parties. Our server Juan was very polite and everything that we ordered arrived very fast. For our dinner, we ordered the Artichokes and the Wedge Salad to start, which were both nice and a good sized portion. I wish the Wedge would have bacon with it as that is the standard version but still this one was very tasty and a good start to the meal. For our dinner, we chose the Shrimp & Chips which was very good and had very large, plump shrimp. For myself, I chose the special of the day, which was the Barramundi cooked in a lemon caper sauce and honestly really loved it. It had some great flavors and it was very tender and cooked perfectly. I got a baked potato on the side, which was quite small, but still had nice flavors. Overall, we had a great dining experience and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting the island and I would certainly dine here again next time I visit Catalina.

This place was TOP TIER! From the service down to the food was exceptional. Our server Johnny was nothing short of amazing! Everything he recommended was perfect 👌🏽 this is a MUST TRY if you’re on the island!!!!! Go check them out and tell Johnny “Nika” sent you ;)

We had a great experience celebrating a birthday. The food was delicious ,we ordered the tomahawk steak for dinner and it did not disappoint. Our server was friendly and attentive. If you’re looking for a good steak on the island, I would definitely recommend this spot. The atmosphere was a bit laid back, not super fancy or upscale, which I was originally hoping for, but it seems like that’s just the vibe of the island overall. Either way, Steve’s Steakhouse delivered exactly what we needed for a memorable night

We had the Duck Cigars and the Ponzu Scallops for appetizers, both of which were amazing, sadly I forgot to take pictures. For dinner, I had the Scallops Avalon and my husband had the Sea Bass which was a special. Spectacular is the only word.

My first time here. I'm a fan of Filet Mignon, and WOW! First, let's talk about the view, I mean really, it's hard to compete with the view of the harbor in Catalina. As you can see, I was seated next to the window. Next, Johnny (sp?) came to my table, super friendly, very knowledgeable. He told me the specials, and I asked a couple of questions, and went with the Filet. I also tried the strawberry lemonade, it was delicious. The food came quickly, cooked to my liking, and let me tell you, the seasoning was PERFECT! SO good!! Johnny made sure I was good, refilled my glass, and everything was GREAT! This was a WINNER!

Atmosphere was a little tight, but pretty. It was a packed Saturday night. Food was ok. Steak was great but I don’t recommend the dessert.

We were lucky enough to get a table overlooking the street! It was so beautiful and a great end to a perfect birthday weekend for me! The food was AMAZING! I wish they used real lemon juice in their lemon drop martinis, but it was still very tasty! Joey our server was very nice and efficient! The food was PIPING hot when it came out and the crème brule was excellent! Wonderful meal!

Stopped in twice during our stay on Catalina - breakfast both times. Very cute little place, friendly service, and fairly quick on serving. Outdoor seating. -White Chocolate Mocha Frozen Drink -Blackberry Coffee -Breakfast Burrito with Vegan Sausage + Salsa Verde on the side -Bagel with Turkey Sausage -Jalapeno pretzel Everything was delicious and prices decent for area. Would highly recommend for your morning/lunch casual meal or drink.

A great place to catch up for coffee and breakfast. Firstly the line was long and wait was a bit tedious. It’s better to go for online order and pickup but I felt a few dishes were not available online. The wait was worth it. I got white mocha which was must try. We also got to build our own burrito, avocado toast and almond croissant. The coffee was fresh and soothing. The croissant had a flaky crust and a soft and spongy inside with Almond filling which was not too sweet. The avocado toast was amazing, with sour dough. The burrito was also great. Overall it was an amazing breakfast.

Great coffee and breakfast options! I found this place had better ratings than other places, and it had delicious looking options for our early morning arrival on Catalina island. There are options for online ordering, which I recommend if it’s busy, or you can order at the counter. The staff is so friendly! They have cute merchandise too. We added the fire roasted corn medley to our egg sandwich - it was great! I highly recommend, and I’ll be back for more great breakfast next time I visit Catalina Island.

Traveling from Carnival Cruises with one day in Catalina Island. Looking for a cozy atmosphere with music and cold coffee drinks. This fit our search. Nice, friendly staff with lots of seating outside and a 2 piece band singing our jams. Loving it 😊

We hit this up on our food tour and the cookie, and the dark chocolate pistachio was really good. The strawberry hibiscus tea was also really flavorful and not too sweet. You could taste that. It was actually fresh and they make their own syrups.

Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. is such a great little spot. The coffee was really good and the cookies and pastries were super tasty. It has a chill vibe and feels like the perfect place to hang out for a bit. The staff was really nice and made us feel welcome. Everything we had tasted fresh. Definitely a 5-star spot and I’d come back every time I’m in Catalina.

Great little spot to grab some coffee and a breakfast sandwich only place that we found open early on the island. The breakfast sandwiches were very delicious. The cibatta sandwich is big enough for two people .

The food was good and the service was great. My food got cold quick but it was because the ceiling fans were on so be sire to eat quick or you’ll eat cold! My favorite thing was the restaurant’s decoration.

It was our first visit to Catalina Island and we were told to give El Galleon a try. Good food with a view of the boardwalk . Thank you Angelica for making our visit a great one.

Great service, great food (especially that spinach and artichoke dip!!!), fast service, and large portions for what you’re paying given that it’s on the island.

I love a good painkiller in this place has a really good one. The zucchini fries or whatever it is we’re very good. I don’t know how they do it but it’s delicious. And the firecracker shrimp were also tasty.

Within an hour of arriving to the Island, we decided to try the happy hour here. We ordered the onion rings and zucchini, a beer and a mixed drink. Female server ask if we were ordering from the Happy Hour menu. We said, Yes. When the bill came we had been charged for 2 separate appetizers $16. As seen on the happy hour menu, the order shows as a half onion rings and half order of zucchini for $8. Here's a picture of both menus, you make the call. Felt a little on the bamboozled side, kinda like a bad fishing trip. LoL. We will not be returning.

Best prime rib in months…in our 3 days of stay, we had our lunch and dinner there and will have our dinner there tonight too…anything and everything’s awesome…

Service was great , we were seated promptly without a reservation. The firecracker shrimp was delicious! Nicely seasoned with great flavors. The salmon was a great portion size along with the mashed potatoes, would have liked more broccoli but that’s my only negative criticism. The steak was cook really well, juicy ,succulent, and buttery taste. The piña colada had great balance of rum and coconut mix. Also everything was nicely priced for portions and taste.

Service was great. Went around 11am and was able to sit outside. Got the grilled fish tacos with Mexican rice. The beans did not have much flavor. They gave me a lemon instead of a lime to squirt on the tacos which I thought was odd. They tasted a bit dry. I removed the tortilla from the second and it tasted better but I wouldn't get them again. They were just okay.

Wow! Stopped in on a Tuesday evening with 10 guests (celebrating our parents' 37th anniversary). It was quite a wait/busy, but they put tables together for us right on the sand in front of the water within minutes. Very kind, friendly greeter. Ordered several drinks and dishes, and everyone loved their choices! Prices were as expected for the area. Like most of the restaurants, they do not offer tap water in glasses. You have to order bottled water. But they did allow us to bring our own tumblers of water. -Potato Tacos + Salsa Verde on the side (delicious!) -Lazy enchilada (folded in half) with red sauce wad so good (almost an Italian flavored red sauce) -Bahama Mama Cocktail -Pomegranate Daquiri (little too sour/sweet) -Lava Flow frozen Cocktail -Crab Enchilada Everyone raved about their dishes and drinks. Would highly recommend for a nicer meal with a group. Restrooms inside, and interior decor and atmosphere was very nice as well.

We stopped here for lunch. The service was great and the staff was attentive to our needs. The vibe and music were chill, perfectly matching the sunny day and blue water around. I wish the tacos were more flavorful and didn't just taste like grilled chicken with plain tortillas.

The food was good, but the rice and beans didn’t have much flavor. The salsa, chips, and nachos were delicious.

We stopped in Maggie’s Blue Rose for some lunch while on Catalina Island. We ordered the Seafood Enchilada Combination. It came with a lobster, crab, and shrimp enchilada. (along with rice and beans). They were all good, but the lobster enchilada was phenomenal. Additionally, the sauce was amazing. I think my husband would have licked the plate if he could have. The service was prompt and friendly. The view was peaceful and serene. It was a great lunch in an incredible location.

Awesome place! Great drinks awesome presentation and great flavors ! A must stop for sure 👍

The hot salsa was to much lime and the regular salsa had no flavor, all tomatoe. The perfect Manhattan was not great, to much cherry. The service was slow on getting just bottle of cokes. Its an okay place.

We had such a great experience at Buffalo Nickel on Catalina Island! The atmosphere is laid-back and welcoming, and our server, Ricardo, was fantastic - friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. I ordered the Mexican pizza, and it was absolutely delicious… fresh, flavorful, and perfectly satisfying. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the area, and ask for Ricardo, he’ll take great care of you!

Perfect day on the island. BN was recommended by the bike rental lady. Fantastic ceviche. Mexican shrimp cocktail with octopus is amazing. Good beer selection. Free shuttle back to the ferry, too!

ETA: A tour guide reported that they have a shuttle that will pick you up in Avalon for free! We loved our walk, but for those who can’t do it, just call them! A 30 minute walk from Avalon is so worth it. The ceviche is magical and the service was excellent. We even got to watch a helicopter take off. Seriously, though, GET THE CEVICHE. The potato tacos were also very tasty!

My visit to Buffalo Nickel was fantastic. The place has great views, making it perfect for a relaxing meal. The selection of food and drink was impressive, and they even offer a free shuttle to pick you up. We tried the ceviche, which was amazing, and the tacos were delicious too. The atmosphere and service were excellent. Highly recommend checking it out!

Buffalo Nickel was so yummy! The shrimp ceviche was delicious and the portion was so big! The fish tacos were delicious. They even have a shuttle that can take you and bring you back so you don’t even have to walk!

The best food experience I had on my trip the white sea bass ceviche best I ever had in my life the staff was super awesome I can't wait to go back

We stopped in on our last night in Catalina. Wished we had come here sooner. Orders potato skins and chicken fajitas. Both items were huge and probably could feed 3 people each. Could not take home leftovers since we were leaving the next morning. Please stop in and sit in the patio! Great food!

We loved this Cafe! We ate here for Breakfast and Lunch every day we were in Catalina because it was perfect, quick service and delicious clean meals. I got the Chicken Bacon Avocado sandwich with sweet potato fries and it was delicious Definitely would recommend!

Stayed on the island for several days and this was our favorite spot for a quick bite! Everything was so fresh and had so many healthy options! We had the BL+A with sweet potato fries, tuna sandwich, Mediterranean salad, and the raspberry tropics smoothie. Everything was amazing! One of the best tuna sandwiches I’ve ever had! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Food was always quick and hot!

I appreciate the smoothies and fresh juices. I have tried the green machine and the raspberry one. Both solid taste. It's one of a few places, where you can get a nice smoothie, so highly appreciated!

I had a delicious bacon Metropole burrito (breakfast) and it was generous portion. For coffee, they only have hot black coffee (real coffee) but you can add cream and sugar if you want. Their prices are compatible with the rest of the island. I definitely will eat there again!

Had to wait very long multiple times to get my food, even on non busy days. Food is expensive especially considering the small portions, but the quality of the food seems to be good. No wifi and few places to sit inside.

Our go-to spot during our vacation! We went here twice, once for lunch and again for breakfast. The breakfast burrito with sausage is absolutely delicious! Great menu options and lots of outdoor seating. I wish I had this place back home

We were looking for a local restaurant which served pressed juices, smoothies and sandwiches! The locals go here as they know delish food! I had the tuna sandwich and the cold pressed green juice and it made me so happy that I located this restaurant on Google based on great reviews. I am another one giving a 5 STAR to this little impressive take out restaurant! You order, pay, your food is brought out to you as you sit around tables in the small patio next door! Very charming!

Food was good, service was fast. Place is very beautiful and nice. We god some hot dogs

Yum! We stopped for lunch at Harbor Reef while we were visiting Catalina. We were actually the first people to get the lunch menu (which starts at 10:30) and it was great. We got their burger, their hot dog with bell peppers and bacon, and their nachos. All 3 were delicious and fresh. The nachos were generously topped, which I appreciated because dry nachos suck :( The seating outside was beautiful and gives you a good view of the palms and sand. Everything pictured came to 46 dollars, which I think was fair for a heavy lunch, especially in a more touristy area. Good eats! 😼

This place rocks! My group went twice during our backpacking trip in Catalina. Shout out to the chef and staff for being awesome. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

I ordered a fruit cup and a latte, and unfortunately it was one of the worst experiences I’ve had. The latte was probably the bitterest I’ve ever tried, and the watermelon in the fruit cup tasted like it had been sitting around for a week—it had already gone bad. On top of that, the service was not welcoming at all. Definitely won’t be coming back, even if it’s the only place around and I’m hungry.

We came up for a late lunch and had the BEST time. Our server Caroline was very sweet and accommodating (we had a few special requests) the food was 😋 we had the Chaat-chos as an appetizer, but we dug in so fast, I didn't get a picture. My husband had the black bean burger and I had the ahi tuna and my friend had the oke poke and it was all very fresh and tasty. Thanks again to Caroline for the exceptional service. We hope to come back soon and taste the rest of the menu. I almost forgot to mention the fresh cut potato chips were also great 👍

The food tasted a bit off. Like something wasn't fresh or had been sitting too long. Not just bland, but questionable. The wait staff seemed completely disengaged, like they'd rather be anywhere else. No energy, no hospitality, no effort. Beautiful location, but it feels like they're phoning it in and coasting on the view. Would not recommend.

The only choice at Two Harbors, but well worth it! The food is well prepared and the staff is courteous. I highly recommend it.

Just hung out for drinks but what a place the history is cool! If those walls could talk. The bartender was great and he had plenty of advice! Could not recommend a better place.

Not on the main drag, but definitely a don’t miss spot. Ardis was helpful and made fantastic drinks. Beers are definitely reasonably priced. Shocked it wasn’t packed to the gills in here. Come here when you stumble off a cruise or come to the island. You will NOT be disappointed. Also, the bathroom was super clean.

The atmosphere is so neat! I love that the locals go here and they seem pretty nice!! The bartender was nice and direct, but fun! I would love to return.

This place is really fun was told that it was one of the oldest bars on Catalina.

Had fun in the beginning because of Savannah the bartender but ERIN the other bartender was horrible she was very drunk on the job being messy with customers. Didn't want to serve us water lol. She also threaten to fight me when i called her out for being very rude. Also locals said she's always like this don't know how the owner hasn't fired her embarrassing! She also lied telling people she was the owner lol locals said keith owns the place.

A nice cozy local bar, very casual, friendly bartenders. A local "Cheers' like hangout where every local knows each other. Best of all...good tasty drinks, inexpensive well & call drinks ($5-$7), needless to say we had a few, met some great visitors like us, as well as locals, and had a great time!! Will definitely come back here on the next trip to Catalina.

Nice little bar, has 1 pool table and 1 foosball table. Service was nice, the music wasn’t our vibe but other than that it was cool.

We came here for dinner on our first night in Catalina, and it was good choice. Everyone liked their meals and the fries were the best ones we had on the island. My sea bass was meh, lacked in flavor, but everything else was very good! We got: Crispy Calamari Gold Spotted Sea Bass, Pacific New York Strip Angus Cheeseburger Grilled Chicken Chopped Salad Spicy Margaritas

Such a beautiful location! The sound of the waves, the smell of the ocean, an amazing view!🥰 it was my birthday and we mentioned it at the entrance and ask for a table by the water- and we got one. The service was friendly, but while we were having lunch, the waiters came up about 15 times, asking if they could clear the plates (even though there was still food on them) and if we needed anything else.. it was a bit intrusive. The lobster roll was a bit dry:( They didn’t offer a birthday treat, but that’s ok, not many restaurants go above and beyond for their guests like that.

We ordered the halibut and the sea bass during our visit to Catalina. The food was just about average, what you are really paying for is the beautiful ocean view and the calming sound of the waves. The atmosphere is relaxing and perfectly captures the charm of Catalina, but the food itself did not stand out. The plating for both dishes was appealing and well presented. The sea bass was described as sweet, but I found the sweetness to be quite subtle. I would suggest making the cream sauce thicker, since the watery texture made it difficult to enjoy the intended flavor. If a sauce like that is served, including a spoon would help guests taste it properly. The halibut was breaded, but the flavor reminded me of lake water, which did not appeal to me. Overall, the experience was not spectacular for my taste, though the setting on Catalina Island made it worth trying at least once. I still encourage others to visit and form their own opinion.

View was great and the food was even better. You sit on the shore the sound of water waves makes it so peaceful and romantic. They’re usually pretty busy through out the day. No reservation! But believe me the wait is worth!!!

The atmosphere can not be beat at this place on the island compared to the other restaurants. We got a seat right next to the water so you could hear the crashing waves. The bread was amazing! I got the lobster roll which was good but not the best I have ever had. My husband got the raw oysters which he loved and the Seafood Paella Valenciana which was good but had a very strong wine flavor that overpowered the dish a little. The service was good and fast! We came on off season (October) so there was no wait but I would imagine on peak season there would be quite the wait.

Bluewater Grill is a great spot with awesome views of the water. The seafood was fresh and well cooked and the portions were a good size. The service was really good too, everyone was friendly and attentive. Prices are a little on the higher side but that’s to be expected on the island. The atmosphere made it worth it, especially if you sit outside by the water.

Bluewater Avalon Restaurant is truly amazing. They greeted you with a warm sourdough bread with a huge dollop of butter. The fried fish is a delicious white fish in a crispy fried batter. The French fries are golden crispy with a soft center. The clamp chowder is silky and full of clams and potatoes. YUMMY! Jesus, our server, is amazing. He's very attentive, knowledgeable, friendly,and most of all caring. I HIGHLY recommend The Bluewater Avalon when you're in Catalina Island. They have the best view of the ocean. Just watch out for the bees.

As a vegetarian, I would skip this place. The chips and salsa is not what one would expect. The chips are stale and the salsas are about average. The Pico de Gallo had no jalapeno and lime 🍋‍🟩, that's weird. The Chile Rellano tasted good but had very little cheese filled in. The rice is not that great. It felt as if it was made of overnight rice.

I guess the place is good for drinks like any other place around. The food was no good, disappointing. We tried the fish options and it wasn’t good. Fish had no flavor. Felt like frozen. We were hoping we would get fresh fish. Service was late. We waited 45+ mins to get our food. I think they were short staffed. So much crowd but less people to serve. Would not recommend. We only liked the Poblano soup. Atmosphere is good.

We love Mi Casita. It's an employee owned local restaurant with a great menu choice and drinks menu. So close to the beach. Our favorite place on the island for mexican food. Service was quick and very nice. Chips and salsa are for charge and bottled water is the norm on Catalina.

This restaurant is conveniently located on the main strip and has a pleasant ambiance, but the food was disappointing. The flavors were bland and the portion sizes didn't justify the price. I wouldn't recommend this place for food. The drinks, however, were good and worth a try.

We sailed into Catalina from Carnival Cruise. We had all the meals on the cruise but just wanted a good coffee as that was not good at cruise. However, I was totally disappointed with the coffee there as well. Staff was friendly but looks like management was stingy. What caught my most attention was the board," TOILET ONLY FOR CUSTOMERS". This must be the only place I would have seen this. anyway can't say much more about food as I didn't order anything else but I saw around their servings were very big.

Shrimp was delicious, cheese appetizer was interesting, margaritas didn't taste like they had tequila in them, and our bill was outrageous (we didn't get a detailed receipt to know why). Location off of ferry and decent views. Service wasn't terrible. I'm glad we checked it out, but I wouldn't love to return, though.

Fine experience at Mi Casita. Overall it's an average American Mexican restaurant with the typical fair- don't expect anything fancy. I suspect most people come for the giant margaritas. Food: The portions are gigantic. You can easily split one dish between 2 or 3 people. I recommend the nachos, which were the best dish we ordered due to the copious amounts of cheese on top (which was actually melted all the way, I was quite impressed). The fajitas are quite salty and the burritos are average. The guacamole is alright. Atmosphere is average: the interior is dated and not well maintained (rips in the seat cushions, etc), the glasses are plastic, the cutlery and napkins are quite cheap. The service however is very attentive and extremely helpful! Our waiter came around often and the order came out correctly and quite fast. Kudos to the service staff, they do their job well.

Visiting Catalina for a long weekend and of the three breakfast places that we tried this was our favorite of the three. It has a beautiful location right across from Avalon Bay so you have a great view of the water while dining. It was quite busy when we arrived for our 9:30 Friday morning breakfast but we didn’t have to wait very long. They have a pretty large menu filled with a lot of great options and the other diners around us seemed like they were enjoying their meal as well. Pricing is fair and our server was very polite. The restaurant is actually larger on the inside than it looks on the outside so there are plenty of seating options. The food was pretty good, not quite as good as the breakfast you will get over in the mainland, but for a little island breakfast spot it was really enjoyable. For my meal I ordered the Chorizo Sizzler and enjoyed it. I wish there would have been more chorizo and a little bit less onions but still overall it was a really nice meal. I also got a coffee and thought it was strong and tasty. I would recommend to anyone visiting the island and I would stop in again next time I visit Catalina.

This place is cute. The wait wasn't long considering we went on a nice August Saturday. Our waitress in the left side bar area of place was not very friendly. Had to hunt her down for refills and butter for pancake. Plus she said oh we only have 1 knife clean so you'll have to share. It's kinda pricey so I expected better quality and better service. The food was meh. I wouldn't return again . The view is cute though.

Pancake Cottage is a VERY popular place for breakfast. If you get there early (before the ferry’s start coming in) you have a better chance of getting a table. The line outside gets long. Prices are ok. Staff are nice and can be quick with service. We split a pancake combo (2 pancakes, 3 slices of bacon and scrambled eggs. It was good. They don’t serve booze

Great place for brunch. Close to the ferry terminal. Usually they’ve long wait as they are super busy. But the service is pretty quick and everyone is so nice and helpful. Food is tasty. Pancakes are the softest!!!! If you’re visiting Avalon, must go to place!!!

Breakfast here was delicious and services were great as well. I ordered the French toast combo and it was honestly delightful.

Great staff and food was delicious. We got there just in time before the cruise folks. This place was recommended by the locals.

For fellow tourists: there is another breakfast place 3min away called Jacks or Jake’s. I think that place is better Food was very mid to low quality, i got an omelette with only egg whites and maple syrup tasted so fake and the corned beef hash was not okay. This is so weird.

If you want a real Mexican dining and food experience, you must try this place! The staff were incredibly welcoming and provided the best hospitality. The environment was lovely. Very spacious, relaxing, and scenic. This is a hidden gem away from the tourist spots. Worth the walk to here. Thank you to the staff and cooks for serving my daughter the mojarra she has been craving ❤️

The Sandtrap – Catalina’s Hidden Taco Treasure (No Sand in Your Chips, Promise) I visit Catalina Island at least twice a year & The Sandtrap is always on the must do list. Eat, watch t.v. (only one), relax, & chill. Tucked a scenic 15-30 minute walk from the bustling town center (or a breezy 7-minute joyride by golf cart—don’t forget: sip, don’t drive!), this spot is a legit hidden gem for locals, students, and cruisers alike. And guess what? They get you. Specials for cruise-goers? Check. Student deals for the nearby school crowd? Double check. Happy hour? Triple taco check. Let’s taco ‘bout the food. I only sampled the fish taco and chips & salsa, but wow—¡qué auténtico! The fish taco had a good flavor within the Baja expected. The chips? Fresh-made daily, a rare flex. They were thicker than I usually like, but still hit the spot when dunked in that zesty, made-from-scratch salsa. The aroma of grilled carne asada was absent so I didn't try the tacos. I'm from San Diego so it's hard to try meat tacos from other places unless I know for certain. I chatted with friendly customers and they too delighted in their meal choices with accolades. The vibe? Open-air beauty. Shaded by trees or sheltered by actual structures, it’s a spot where your margarita gets a little extra glow from the Catalina sun. Seating choices abound: bar, table, or those high-top seats that let you sip and spy on passing golf carts. Full bar, clean restrooms, mobile-accessible, and full of the kind of warm service that makes you feel like you’ve been coming here for years—even if it’s your first time. INSIDER KNOWLEDGE: Catalina’s got a couple other Mexican joints near the center, I’d steer you away from them with a firm flick of my tortilla. The Sandtrap? This eatery is solid—no gimmicks and no regrets, generally. Whether you're a curious tourist, hungry hiker, golf cart adventurer, or just someone who knows a good taco when they see one—The Sandtrap is your Catalina calling.

Decent stop on our e-bike tour. $2 happy hour tacos starting at 2pm but be forewarned: there's only one order taker, and the line gets LONG.

Really tasty. If we had come here earlier in our trip I know we would have visited more than once. We were there at an odd time and it was empty. I imagine this is quite a lively place when it's busy.

One of the best places to eat & / drink in town. Good to see a long term family business still in Avalon, Santa Catalina Island, California. Tacos are yummy.

This place is a vibe. You stroll in post hike or after wandering around Avalon and it somehow welcomes you like it’s been waiting there just for you. Portions are generous, your wallet doesn’t collapse when you pay, and that fish and chips basket was so crispy and satisfying I briefly considered building a shrine to it. We split a bacon cheeseburger, fries, and fish and chips basket and still debated which was the real MVP. Full confession: I’m a die hard burger guy, and yet that fish had me second guessing life choices. Staff were super nice, making you feel like you weren’t just buying food, you were feeding your soul. The setting is great too. You’ve got that indoor outdoor dining deal going, birds and squirrels eyeing your table like they’re ready for a snack heist, and you can’t help but feel like you stumbled into some secret Puerto inspired breakfast nook but with tacos and margaritas replacing churros. Honestly, if you wander in here and don’t walk out thinking “this was well worth the detour,” check your taste buds. Sand Trap is the kind of hidden spot that makes Catalina Island feel like more than just a postcard scene, it makes it feel delicious too. You owe it to your stomach to give it a go.

Optional covered or umbrella patio seating outside. Can be chilly in evening hours. Beautiful view of golf course, mountains, school, hospital, street and horse stables. Always great food, fast and friendly service, best prices in town. I highly recommend. They have many items to choose from menu for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner. Give the Sandtrap 10 stars

After reading through other reviews I thought the staff was very friendly and kind. They walked us through the menu and they were polite and kind. So maybe it's certain individuals? 🤔 I thought this place was cheaper and had better food than the other restaurants. We did a lot of scouting and even though there was limited seating it was with it. The claim chowder was awesome and was hot and full of flavor. It was a good size portion. My wife loved the fish and chips and she wanted to take home their tarter Sauce! 🤣 My brother got the onion rings, but even though they were good he wished he had gotten the fish and chips! I liked their fries but they were soft. I prefer crunchy fries but I found them comparable to mc Donald's fries. My wife loves the soft fries but I'll let you decide! Overall I would recommend this place, good good, good service. Something to work on; prices and seating availability.

I'll start by saying it was my very first time visiting the beautiful Catalina island, and I had a blast there. My family and I wanted a quick bite, so we decided to eat here at Ericks on the pier. I know inflation has kicked in hard, but man, $78 bucks for 2 plain burgers for the kids, a sope plate for the wife, and fish-n-chips for myself was just crazy. however, I gave it the benefit of the doubt due to a good smell coming from the place, but the food was not that great, honestly the fish and chips were good but im the type of person that loves seasoning and that was not there. My wife said the sopes were not amazing, but they were decent. And my kids said their burgers were okay. We all agreed that the chips or fries, whatever you may call them, were way too soggy and not seasoned what so ever. Prices didn't match from online to the actual menu, so that needs to be updated for sure. Im not saying that the food was nasty at all it just didn't meet my standards and wasn't worth the money respectfully.

We’ve been coming to Catalina for vacation on our sailboat for 25 years and we rarely miss Eric’s. My son and I always get the buffalo burger. Slightly gamey and very simple. We like it and you can wash it down with a cold beer. Is it a gourmet burger? No. Will it be the best burger you’ve ever eaten? Unlikely. But the location on the pier is convenient and you can’t ask for a better view. It’s expensive, but it isn’t fast food in a strip mall. Catalina is a small island tourist destination where all the food for the island comes over by sea. Everything on the island is expensive. In my experience, if a reviewer thinks the food is overpriced that tends to color their whole experience. I can’t tell you if the onion rings are frozen or not, but they’re good. I don’t like thick battered onion rings or greasy soggy ones and I’ve never gotten a bad order. My wife gets the tacos and she wouldn’t say they are the best, but she enjoys them. We like Eric’s for its amazing location, simplicity and the vibe! Did I mention the cold beer?!

Came to the island for the day with friends. Didn’t want to wait in a restaurant just wanted a quick bite and then off on our adventure. Didn’t expect anything amazing here, just good food and service. The lady taking our orders told us “no”with attitude, asked to sun onion rings for fries no , extra plate no, knife to cut or burger no. All our burgers were drowning in mustard, had to wipe it off. Great views along this pier

Fish and fries— no chips! Fish was cooked well and tasty. They say your # good luck hearing it… pier is full of people and seats are not very comfortable. Hard wood bar stools. Kids screaming. Very loud. Not a lot of room to eat.

If you love micheladas get one here! It’s authentic Mexican taste they make it to the order not premade mix. 10/10 Michi, we only had fries for food but they were good :) and the spot has good views. Will be coming back here only for beers!

I ate buffalo burger. I’ve never eatten buffalo meat. So I want to try this one. I worried about this flavor and smell But taste and texture is literally same as beef Hamburger bun is quite crispy

We made a reservation for dinner here on the first night of our vacation. The staff was so hospitable and attentive. We were a family of 5 (myself, husband, 3 sons) and there was plenty of seating for large groups. The restaurant was quiet in a nice way - it felt slightly more upscale than many of the other restaurants in Avalon. Everything was delicious (crispy ravioli appetizer was a hit!) We’d definitely eat here and recommend it to anyone looking for delicious Italian food and great service.

Stayed on Catalina for three nights and this was our favorite meal! We had the meatball appetizer, our entrees were chicken parmesan and manicotti, then for dessert we had tiramisu and chocolate cake. The black raspberry margarita was very light and refreshing! Everything was exceptional! The views were breathtaking as we sat outside watching the sunset over the water. Would definitely go back.

Very nice place. Linguine pesto scallop pasta was amazing!!! Staff was very friendly and professional. View was beautiful and music was great! My husband has ordered a steak and it was super yummy! Also they got us a high chair right away and coloring book for our daughter:) highly recommend!

Our experience at M was a mixed bag. To begin: the service was very good and the views from the patio are nice. The restaurant looked clean but the bathroom was a bit dingy. As for the food - we began with the fried ravioli, which were amazing; I could have eaten that alone for dinner. For entrees, my companion had the swordfish and I had the filet. The swordfish was a bit overcooked and dry, but the flavor was good. However, my filet mignon, which I ordered medium, came to me well done - the steak was completely grey. I sent it back, and the waitress was friendly about it. When the new steak came to me, it was VERY rare - I'm talking black and blue. I kind of nibbled around the edges but ultimately left it uneaten. I just didn't want to send it back a second time. The filet was served with mashed potatoes, which were not great - they were too peppery and stiff/dry. The asparagus was a bit stringy - which is to be expected, given the season - but well seasoned. The standout was the bleu cheese sauce - it was absolutely delicious. I may end up going back, in spite of the middling experience, because Catalina dining options are few. However, if and when I return, I'll be sticking to appetizers and/or pasta items.

The food was absolutely amazing. The clam chowder here is easily the best clam chowder we’ve ever had. The waiter we had was very attentive and nice. Very twinkley and romantic at night.

For was great. Probably some of the best we had on the island. Service was a little dull but that's OK. Completely understandable. Not a single complaint honestly. Would certainly go back.

The M Restaurant... Welcome to the island. I came out here for a friends birthday. This was my first time eating here. We originally had our sights and appetites set for the Blue water Avalon. However we were rudely advised by the lady cleaning the door windows that they were closed. So we went to the M instead. The "M" (lucky #13) was a God send. Our waitress was Stepania. She was ABSOLUTELY AMAZINGLY AWESOME. She is literally Jonnie on the spot. I even took her suggestion for my meal. She recommended the Steak and Eggs. She did not disappoint. The meal in it's entirety was very good. I highly recommend it. As for the ambiance... The outdoor patio is very relaxing. If you plan on visiting Catalina Island in the near future please, PLEASE, PLEASE eat at the M. You will not be disappointed. P.s. Bluewater if you read this. Please talk to your staff. What they say in Spanish can easily be interpreted by someone who knows the same language. NOT COOL what she said. Bluewater you just lost a customer. M you just gained one.

Delicious! We were on the island for 5 days, and everyday we ate at at least one restaurant. The Naughty Fox was my favorite! I got the Cataline Chicken Bowl, and I ate ALL of it! So refreshing and you won't feel like you overate. The hubby got the Ahi Poke Nachos and he said it was great. I don't like raw fish, but I tried a chip with the poke sauce and it was very good! My girls got a salad and burger, and they both liked theirs. My 16 year old said that the chicken in her salad was dry, but everything else was good. Our drinks were really good too! We got the Chile Mango Margarite and the Svelt Strawberry... SO GOOD! We will be going back FOR SURE! The worst part is the lack of seating, but it was worth the 15 minute wait.

We got lucky finding this good quality restaurant in Avalon, food was incredible and delicious. It took awhile for us to be seated and order food but they made up for it by being flexible on the menu, patient in explaining everything, giving recommendations. We got two chicken bowls and mac & cheese without lobster. Our go to lunch spot from now on!

The Naughty Fox is in a nice location with a good view. The servers are helpful and attentive, even with a to-go order the presentation was nice. I do agree with other reviewers that the cost to portion size is on the smaller side. What I did have was very good though. It would be five stars across the board if it was a little more reasonable.

Came here for brunch and it was sooo delicious! We got the mimosa flight & got to choose 4 different puree flavors and it did not disappoint. Great location right next to the water too. A little expensive but everywhere here is pricey.

This place was pretty decent. The service was all right nothing special. The guy kind of seemed bored and just very nonchalant. But the poke nachos were definitely the highlight with the wonton chips.

Good little spot off the path of of Avalon. Food was good and service was quick. They have a cool bar spot that's half outdoors. Also they have some outdoor seating that gives you a great view of the ocean.

We came here for the brunch menu, I thought it was a little overpriced for the portion even for catalina. The service was fantastic no complaints there, the food was mid though. It seemed like they had cool drinks but we didnt get to try it. We got the breakfast burrito with ham as pictured, and the "breakfast sandwich" which came in a bagle

I read some negative reviews about this place. So this is review is based on my own personal experience. We were walking around trying to find a place to eat and came across this pizzeria. We ordered 1 clam chowder 1 garlic bread. 2 small pizzas and I got the angus burger with 2 cokes. I paid 95 dollars in total. Please be aware that sodas cost 4.50 each. The food was ok can't complaint when we had such a beautiful view of the beach. Our server was very friendly and got our correct. We will be returning again when we visit the island.

Great location. Beautiful views of the ocean but interesting food. Large menu with various items to accommodate everyone. They don’t offer tap water to drink just bottled. The menu itself is a little expensive. Our server was young and needed some training. Over all cool restaurant with lots of history.

The view is amazing and the food looked good in pics but it taste ok. I will be back just to enjoy the nice view. I also came for breakfast and it was interesting. The food taste like it had no salt on the eggs and hash browns. The pancakes taste like they had more salt.

Two different locations in Avalon on Catalina Island. The larger location has a warm environment with many nostalgic memorabilia, and a great beach front view. The smaller older location has a delicious off the menu pizza, just ask for the "Lorena special" it has fresh tasty ingredients such as jalapeño, avocado, pepperoni, and pineapple. A definite must try. Make sure to stop by both locations, both extremely friendly staff and delicious food.

Not many spots are open for breakfast but this one is and has not only great food but great service and views. Delicious pancakes, eggs, hash browns, bacon and toast. Can customize anything to make it exactly how you want it.

I never write bad reviews let alone any reviews at all, but after leaving this restaurant I knew I had to write one. My friend and I were super excited to eat here because it was right in front of the water and had a great view. My friend ordered spaghetti with meat sauce and I ordered a Hawaiian pizza. My friend received her pasta, and I ended up getting my pizza 25 minutes after she got her pasta (she was done eating by the time I got my food). When I asked my server about my pizza he just kept walking and rolled his eyes which made me even more upset. When I finally received my pizza, it was hard and quite frankly not even good. It was probably one of the worst pizzas I’ve ever had. When it was time to get our checks, the server didn’t even have enough guts to bring it to us and made someone else do it. He also didn’t even come back to get our check, and I ended up having to walk it up to him. I don’t recommend this place at all. If you just want to go here for the view, there are other places that are probably 1000 times better. Honestly I probably should have gotten a refund. Don’t go here!!!!!!

The gluten free pizza was great! Javier and the others who served us were fantastic. Only downside was they didnt serve water, you had to buy bottled water.

Loved the ice cream at Lloyd’s! We ordered the bubble gum, birthday cake, cookie dough, and salted caramel flavors and all were delicious! Really cool store with lots of candy selection. Very nice staff and quick purchasing process. Recommend!

If you love benching on ice creams, milkshakes, cookies, candies, this is a go to place. Excellent choices, very, very unique fudges. Candies, you can get lost in sweet things seriously. This place gives you all that you want for a sweet tooth. Excellent choices and very unique taste to cause both the days to this joint. And we were overjoyed with our family, enjoying everything. Lloyd's has to offer the unique. Evergn attraction is right across the entry plays from the pier Main Beach area. Wherever you go around, you will come to louis way to go fun for all ages

Sweet tooth alert! Lloyd’s of Avalon has some seriously nostalgic vibes and even more seriously good milkshakes. I tried the caramel shake and instantly forgot about my adult responsibilities. The ice cream is creamy, the vibes are vintage, and if you leave without trying something dipped in chocolate — we can’t be friends. A fun sugar stop on Catalina!

We went here for ice cream, and it was good but not great. It met my expectations without exceeding them. They have a decent selection of ice cream, but I feel their forte is in the candies and chocolates. If you want a quick ice cream, this may be the spot as the line did move fairly quickly. If you don't mind waiting, I would recommend Scoops or Sailors Delight depending on if you want gelato or ice cream respectively.

I’ve been going to Catalina for 65 years and have always loved Lloyds. But for the first time ever I have to give a not so good review. First we were disappointed that bulk candy has been replaced by pre-packaged 1/4 lb bags for $4.75 which is pricey for some of that candy. Second the quality of the salt water taffy. Some of the flavors are so bad we’re spitting them out. They are smaller, not chewy and not flavorful. The cinnamon, my favorite flavor, was downright awful. A lot of things are changing in Avalon, some good, some disappointing but I hoped Lloyds would never change. Bring back the quality. And the bulk bags.

Staff super kind, nice brew coffee and a vanilla choco glazed pretzels were so yummy

Candy is old and stale. Bought cinnamon bears that were not cinnamony and banana taffy that tasted like soap. It’s all bundled wrap and when we asked why, cashier said they did it during the pandemic. I think it’s the same candy that never sold.

I really think the ladies were just having a bad day, but don’t bring that into work. We went into get coffee and granted we came in on the 7am ferry so we are there super early. The service was slow, had a bit of an attitude and EXPENSIVE. I knew we should have gone somewhere else. It was NOT it.

Great pizza. Plentiful cheese. The beers were fine, but nothing special. I really enjoyed supporting a local business and brewery!

Great coffee, nice view! Before heading back to the mainland, we stopped here to chill and have a late afternoon coffee. The team member working was friendly. The logo is pretty. We got an iced coffee and a hot decaf. There’s space for sitting inside and outside. You can see the water from inside or outside the coffee shop. I really liked this place, and recommend. It was a nice spot to visit during our wonderful time on Catalina Island. Next time I’m on Catalina Island, I’ll definitely stop by. I recommend!

I always love the idea of both a Coffee House and Brewery together. Latte (Hot) was on point with flavor, temperature and foam (i love foam)!! Cheesecake was very rich, I would recommend sharing because of the richness and portion size. It was delicious! Top it off with a beer sampler was a plus BUT the beers were okay. Very light for the most part and not a lot of flavors. We went back the next day to try a cold Latte which was still good but the hot had more bold flavor topped with the yummy foam. Got some pastries that were warm and fresh. Definitely a place to add to your daily coffee grab if you visit Catalina for the weekend.

I've gotten the latte here several times. The coffee is bitter and burnt. Even with lots of sugar, you can taste the bitterness in the coffee. If you like your coffee that way this place is fine. If not go to one of the other places.

We came here early in the morning and it was really crowded with people. The place is good decorated and serve a great coffee to be honest as they grind, pour fresh roasted, hand crafted dancing goats coffee ☕️(as they described it). They have a good collection of desserts 🧁, sandwiches 🥪 and other snacks . Not to mention their pizza 🍕. They also serve Hand picked selection of craft beer 🍺 and microbrews. And more to be discovered next visit;) the only thing is that the staff were really busy to make sure that their tables are clean and ready for customers

I recently visited the Catalina Island Brew House and had a fantastic time. The location is great, right near the water, and the coffee is really good. One of the best parts was the amazing views of the ocean. We also enjoyed the food; the good coffee was a perfect start to the day, and the vegetarian egg bites were delicious. Overall, it’s a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy some quality refreshments. Highly recommend!

Very cute place and very vegan friendly! I asked if they can make fajitas with beyond meat and they did it which is great. Even though they were very generous with the plant-based meat the flavor of the fajitas was off. Big portions and delicious fresh chips!

Iv been here before for dinner and it was great! Somewhat salty but not bad and good portions for the price. What really stood out to me was the service and price of a margarita. I came by around after closing time to which they were still taking walk ins. The margarita was huge huge huge. Seemed endless in the comically large cup. And that at $11. This place rocks. It's great for a late night thing since they're open later than all surrounding places.

The only Mexican restaurant I've eaten where chips and salsa is not served before the meal. Waited a long time for our food. The server never asked if we wanted a refill our beverage or how the food taste, I had to get up and ask the bartender for a refill. Bad service and the food was edible but definitely not worth $70 plus tip. I would suggest eating at a different restaurant. On a positive note Catalina Island is a beautiful place.

Came here for the “all you can eat” from 3-5pm. It was $20pp which is a good price for this sort of thing. However the food was not good, seemed like it was just microwaved. My friend felt sick immediately after so we had to leave early. The employees were nice and the atmosphere is alright but i would not recommend coming here

I had the avocado ceviche and I have to tell you the fish was absolutely fresh, wonderfully cured not too salty not too sour just great flavor and great texture. Plus a nice heap of homemade tortilla chips on the side and of course, the half of avocado perfectly ripe. I was by myself and found a great table by the window. There’s a nice little bar tile and mural decor, and another group came in. It looks like almost 20 people, and they lined them all up, conveniently along the mirror wall with plenty of room for other tables inside and out. An intimate place with friendly people. Big thumbs up.

Cute restaurant with nice decor, but the food was not great. They also didn’t have all the items available on the menu like the ceviche and shrimp consome. I ended up ordering the green aguachiles and some of the shrimp were not deveined. For $23 I think the shrimp poop should be cleaned at the bare minimum. lost my appetite after seeing that and ended up just eating the avocado, onions, and chips. Fish tacos were alright but not spectacular. Service also was not great and it took a while for our server to bring us the bill. Overall food and service was mid, save your money and go elsewhere

So I just got back from Catalina and I'm still reeling from the most epic drink ever - Buffalo Milk, yeah I know, weird name, but trust me, it's a game changer. We hit up Coyote Joe's, because, Mexican food, duh, and I was on a mission to try this mythical drink. We scored a seat outside, because people watching is the best, and the weather was straight fire. We ordered the cheese enchiladas plate, because, basic, and my wife got the Birria Tacos, which were, no joke, amazing. My enchiladas, meh, but hey, I wasn't there for the food, I was there for the Buffalo Milk. Our waitress brings out these two glasses, one big, one small, and I'm thinking, okay, this is it, and oh man, it did not disappoint. I tasted the small glass, and I get it, the hype is real. It's like crack, but, you know, in a good way. I downed that small glass, and then proceeded to steal some of my wife's, sorry, not sorry. I'm making this drink my go-to from now on. Major props to the bartender, you're a genius. Only bummer, no free chips and salsa, what's up with that? The decor was on point, bright, festive, the whole shebang, and our waitress was awesome, wish I'd caught her name. All in all, Coyote Joe's is a must try, and don't even think about leaving without ordering the Buffalo Milk.

Michael and Ryan were very helpful and knowledgeable. Such a fun vibe. Food truck style and all outside. As well as pitchers of beer and pong. Good n/a selection as well. Definitely recommend. We didn’t eat but the food looks yummy.

What a great vibe! Our cruise ship dropped us off and we struggled to find something that suited us…. And then we stumbled into the Biergarten. Awesome employees, awesome selection of beverages, amazing atmosphere, great music….. for us, this was the best part of our cruise!!

What a find on our port visit to Catalina Island. The guys are absolutely awesome. Very friendly. Great bar food and drink selection. Plus the vibe is perfect for the area. Rock n’ Roll from a variety of decades. Flx Biergarten is a must visit. Say Hey to Mike while you are there.

Michael was the GOAT! He was extremely welcoming to us & provided us with details on drinks we were unfamiliar with. 100000/10 service indeed :) & very hospitable staff overall. we hope Michael gets a raise, he deserves it. He went above & beyond for us. Thanks Michael! Hope to see you in LA/OC!

Came to Catalina to do a bbq festival in Teo Harbor’s. Stoped at the Beirgarden cause the vibe looks great and had live music. What we got was a great Angus Burger. But we see Avalon Smoke houses a local Pitmaster does his thing here. Be back tomorrow for that. . Killer beers on tap. And Michael the lead dude really took great care of us. You can tell he loves creating a welcoming experience. You guys have a gem in Michael. Great energy and it made for a great time. We take care of so many people. It was nice to be taken care of for a change. We’ll be back!! Thanks Mike!

We stumbled across an amazing beer garden on the island and had an incredible experience! The outdoor seating is fantastic, providing a perfect atmosphere to relax and enjoy the surroundings. They even have beer pong, which added a fun and lively element to our visit. The highlight of our experience was the exceptional customer service from Michael. He was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. His service truly enhanced our time at the beer garden. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking to unwind with great beer and a fun atmosphere. We’ll definitely be coming back!

Came for a day trip to Catalina with my friends and stumbled upon Flx and were intrigued by their beer pong table! Got a pitcher of a cali squeeze and asked if we could play a different game and Michael was extremely accommodating and set up a new table with new cups for us. Amazing service and great vibes!!

I bought my lunch on the mainland. Really greasy burger and fries from an authentic L.A. food truck. Anyway, got two of everything, ate one meal for breakfast and took the fairy to the magic kingdom of Catalina. I had a great time on the isle of dreams and stopped at West End in mid-afternoon. I ordered a coffee, took out my second meal and proceeded to pig out. I had a great time for next to no $. So for me, The West End was cheap and atmospheric. A perfect place to bring your own food.

hard working crew - it could be run so much more efficient with two people working two mobile iPads instead of one register and another hidden- place is a gold mine, and how can it not be, it’s a monopoly on the island. Don’t ever show up at 7:59 or even 8am. The staff will despise you. Call me I’ll run the place much better than a 15 person line out the door. Man how lucky you are to have only one place to eat in the am in the entire two harbors —/ don’t be complacent. A few changes to make it more efficient. The staff is smiling and hard working though so props to them

This place is great for someone wrapping up the TCT or even for someone just section hiking/camping for a few days. I love to grab breakfast here on the morning I plan to go back on the ferry. This past trip I had chicken tenders when we came in as a day 0 type of thing and on our way out I had the e-bay (everything BEC bagel). I remember the service being really slow the last time we were on the island, with just 1 person working the register and 1 person in the kitchen, but this time they had at least double that and the service was quick, which was preferable. It's a little pricey but everything in two harbors is.

I had a great hamburger and fries here. Breakfast lunch and very funny. They close at 5pm. Staff were friendly and nice views too. Right beside the restaurant and saloon. Easy fast service. Where the locals go.

Good spot for a burger or simple fair. I wouldn’t order anything special here or at the reef bar/grill. Expect to be paying an island tax because everything is shipped to the island. Always super friendly staff that keep their cool even on the busiest of weekends.

Food is not even edible. Extremely over priced and overcooked, if you must stick to the blt the burger and fish were so overcooked/fried that it was painful to the mouth and wallet. Really sad because it's the only option at certain hours of the day. They need a QA check ASAP.

Had a chicken Caesar salad wrap. Was made 2 days ago. Soggy 2 day old wrap with no chicken. What a joke. And they forgot about our order! Just get a pizza or a burger if you have to…

Small planes, big fun! My 3rd wife and her dog ‘Beaver’ 🐶 and I flew here from Chicago (doing sort of a “Wrigley Experience.” Only 4-stops! Once you get here, Catalina Island Airport is a breath of fresh air. Nice runway.. burritos available, just gotta look for them. Easy in/out overall. If heading to Avalon by foot, avoid the buffalo. Try to catch a chicken! Check-in staff also super nice 👍🏼

We've landed at The Airport in the Sky a few times this year and everyone has always been very friendly and helpful. Flew in 6/29/24 for a quick bike ride, but forgot our helmets. Great guy running the FBO helped us with conservancy tags AND loaned us helmets! Rode to the west side of the island. We walked the Airport Loop Trail and saw buffalo earlier in the year. Definite N26QR repeat - fun destination for lunch too.

Beautiful airport with definitely amazing cookies. Shuttle runs to and back from Avalon town takes about 35 min. Book online and last min booking available from tower guy. Landing fee is up to $38. Shuttle each way per person is $25. Gift shop has cute items not found in town of Avalon.

DC3 Gift & Grills. They're a bit overpriced than most of the restaurants you'll ever eat in the mainly since everything they serve has to be shipped over to the island either by plane or boat. The food is incredibly delicious though its prepared as homemade style by the most family friendly staff there is. We all love eating there indefinitely. I think by far the most delicious burgers and tacos I ever had in most restaurants in Orange County were from this restaurant. Buffalo burgers are on everyone's favorite list. It's a MUST TRY when you're at The DC3 Gift & Grills restaurant. :) When you're already here you can either take a bus shuttle to the main city Avalon or to Two Harbors the other side of Catalina Island. In the past we have flew here by little airplanes or an UH-1H Huey Helicopter.

It's always a special trip up to the "Airport in the Sky" via Stage Coach Rd. When there spend time at the DC-3 Cafe, enjoying either a full meal with a buffalo burger or a snack with a famous airport cookie. For the active there's the hike around the airport known as the "airport loop", approximately 2.5 miles. Easiest way to arrive from Avalon is on the airport shuttle leaving from The Trail Head in Avalon. The thirty minute trip cost 21$ each way, times and reservations available on Catalinaconservancy.org No trip to Catalina is complete without visiting the interior and the airport, at 1602 feet above sea level.

Worse airport for travelers traveling with a baby. To drop off a car seat you first check in and then instead of offering gate check in, you need to go all the down and out of the airport past a parking lot to check in the bag. Don’t get me started on rent a car drop offs. The worse I’ve ever experienced as you literally are dropping off the car outside the airport and there are no airport trollies to bring over your suitcases with you. Also don’t bother asking for directions for anyone at the airport, no one knows anything. For travelers without toddlers or babies, no issues.

Chino based. I've enjoyed flying to Catalina Airport since the late 70's. When the Aero Club started up, I joined right away and kept my membership current until this month. Parking on the weekend has gotten very difficult as 40% of the parking spots have been roped off. I was told several stories: (1) The Wrigley's are coming in their DC-3. (2)Ask the airport manager. (3)They can't see the parking from the tower. As a former ATC'er I will say that's common to most CONTROLLED airports. I'm not going to drive my $15k prop through the dirt and rocks to park. Big Bear has now become my go-to place for lunch.

One of the few places open late. Good music, pool tables & night caps. A good way to end the evening. A definite place for adults to check out.

Bartender was nice, offered us free billiards game. Pretty dead on a Tuesday night around 8 pm

Sweet staff, well priced drinks. Music selection could be more diverse but we still have a good time. Don't know how many patrons are regulars/locals or tourists but maybe that's a good thing? Thursday was pretty slow but Friday was popping!

Nice bar. Also a club dance floor pretty big. Was a good turn out on a Tuesday with people keeping the songs going on the jukebox. Real party start little after 10 when must of the places close

Had such a blast at this club. Bartenders are friendly and the atmosphere is great! You can choose the music through an app which can be funny at times since the people at the club probably never heard of it but dance to it anyway since they’re wasted and just want to have fun! Will definitely be coming again when I visit the island next time.

Fun, fun, fun on Catalina! Place doesn't get going til after 10pm but then hang on! LOL!

It’s a great spot to dance and spend time with your girl a fun mature place to hang out have some drinks good music