SharkBite's Seafood Cafe
A laid-back Oregon Coast cafe renowned for award-winning, scratch-made seafood tacos and baskets, offering a true taste of local flavor.
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SharkBite's Seafood Cafe
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A laid-back Oregon Coast cafe renowned for award-winning, scratch-made seafood tacos and baskets, offering a true taste of local flavor.
Must-Try Tacos
Order the southwestern slaw fish tacos and a hand-squeezed margarita, a family tradition for many.
Consider Ordering Choices
While many dishes are praised, some reviews note inconsistencies in food quality and value for price.
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Cuisine
Seafood
Price
$$$
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Award-Winning Seafood Tacos
The southwestern slaw fish tacos are a must-try, hailed as the best ever with fresh ingredients and perfect drinks.
Scratch-Made Goodness
From bread to desserts, everything is made from scratch, ensuring the freshest flavors in every dish.
Laid-Back Coastal Vibe
Enjoy a casual dining experience with a unique atmosphere, perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner by the coast.
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Must-Try Tacos
Order the southwestern slaw fish tacos and a hand-squeezed margarita, a family tradition for many.
Consider Ordering Choices
While many dishes are praised, some reviews note inconsistencies in food quality and value for price.
Atmosphere for Any Time
Visit during lunch or dinner for a laid-back atmosphere, suitable for casual meals.
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Must-Try Tacos
Order the southwestern slaw fish tacos and a hand-squeezed margarita, a family tradition for many.
Consider Ordering Choices
While many dishes are praised, some reviews note inconsistencies in food quality and value for price.
Atmosphere for Any Time
Visit during lunch or dinner for a laid-back atmosphere, suitable for casual meals.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
SharkBite's Seafood Cafe is celebrated for its award-winning seafood, particularly the fish tacos and scratch-made ingredients, offering a laid-back coastal dining experience. However, some patrons have expressed concerns about high prices relative to portion sizes and occasional inconsistencies in food quality.
"Food is pretty good, all my group and I loved it. Service was quick and easy. Atmosphere was nice and chill. Perfect for seafood lovers."
Maddie Resecker
"Food quality is very low. Ordered the crab cake basket and crab cake salad. For $32.10 and $24.70 respectively, the quality was below standard when compared to other locations such as Millers Bar and Grill in Charleston. To charge these prices, the crab cakes should be robust and considerable. Not what we experienced."
Nathan Heide
"Chowder was expensive ($16.50 a bowl) but delicious. Atmosphere was tasteful and pleasant but service left a lot to be desired. Home iced tea was $4.50 and menu said it was unlimited refills. Serving size was about 8 oz. but I had track down someone to ask for a refill as no one came by to check how my meal was or if I needed a refill. Wasn't offered sweetener and when I asked, it was never provided. There are two seating areas and the other side was much fuller than the side I was on was where you ordered as there was no table service for ordering.
While I was there, a youngster of about 8 years forcefully threw a plastic egg on the floor to open it, causing quite a loud noise as it broke open. It appeared to be filled with some kind of sticky foam that surrounded a prize. It went all over the floor. Staff never asked the child to clean up the mess or reached out to the parent or cleaned it themselves. I didn't want it tracked around so I worked with the child and we cleaned up the mess. Staff never thanked either of us for the effort."
Robyn Greenlund
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Frequently Asked Questions
The southwestern slaw fish tacos are highly recommended, often cited as the best. Other popular choices include Dungeness crab cakes and calamari.
The cafe offers a laid-back atmosphere suitable for casual dining. While there are no specific mentions of a kids' menu, the variety of seafood options can appeal to different tastes.
It's a laid-back cafe with a unique atmosphere, described as nice and chill, perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner.
One mention indicates they offer gluten-free clam chowder, but it was not positively reviewed. It's advisable to inquire directly about current gluten-free offerings.
Some diners find the restaurant to be overpriced for the portion sizes, while others feel the quality justifies the cost.
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From Eugene, we traveled beautiful Highway 38 along the Umpqua, stopping in Coos Bay at Sharkbites for lunch as per our family tradition. If you go to Sharkbites, please order the southwestern slaw fish tacos and a hand-squeezed margarita. I have ordered different things on their menu and all their food is excellent, but if you can have only one meal here, that should be it.
The Absolute Best Seafood in Coos Bay [Updated 2025]
*Let me tell you, this place is a hidden gem in the heart of Coos Bay!. The moment I walked in, the aroma of fresh seafood hit my nose and made my stomach growl with excitement. *Their menu is a seafood lover's dream, with an array of options ranging from classic fish and chips to mouthwatering seafood chowder.
The Best Local Restaurants in Coos Bay, Oregon: A Foodie’s Guide
Cuisine: Seafood, American, Casual DiningLocation: 240 S Broadway, Coos Bay. Why It’s Special: This lively seafood café is a local favorite, known for its fish tacos, clam chowder, and fresh-caught halibut. The laid-back atmosphere makes it a great stop for lunch or dinner.
The 18 Best Kid-Friendly Gluten-Free Spots in Coos Bay
I came here due to a WRONG REVIEW stating that there was gluten-free deep, fried fish. They do offer gluten-free clam chowder, but it taste like it comes from milk from a can = ugh!. Had little bit of clams and potatoes.
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