Moonraker

4.6

1255 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Great for scenic views
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Floor to ceiling windows that look down on the beach makes Moonraker restaurant a go to spot for food and an excellent view. Situated inside the Lighthouse Hotel in Pacifica, Moonraker serves lunch, dinner and happy hour!

A large selection of fresh seafood dots the Moonraker menu with items like Dungeness crab, Chef's selection of oysters and ahi poke. Other options from "the land" include pot roast, steak, chicken parmesan and a vegetarian tagine. The chef makes a lot of the offerings gluten free, like crispy calamari and coconut prawns. Be sure to save some room for bananas foster bread pudding or campfire s'mores with a table side hibachi.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 557-7025 ext. 2
Website
http://www.moonrakerpacifica.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jason Yeafoli
Private party facilities
We have two banquet spaces, both with ocean views, that can hold parties of up to 150 and 100 guests. Within the restaurant, we also have a space for up to 20 guests for a smaller meeting or private dinner. Buyouts of the restaurant are also possible. Please email Stephanie@moonrakerpacifica.com or visit our website at www.moonrakerpacifica.com

Location
105 Rockaway Beach Avenue, Pacifica, CA 94044
Neighborhood
Pacifica
Cross street
highway 1
Parking details
Private lot and Street
Entertainment
Live pianist every Friday & Saturday evening.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell
- each$3.60
- 1/2 Dozen$21.00
- Dozen$42.00
Prawn Cocktail
cocktail sauce / horseradish
- Half$12.95
- Full$19.95
Chilled Crab Legs$25.95
remoulade / cocktail sauce clarified butter
Ahi Tuna Poke$22.50
avocado / mango / marinated ahi tuna / sesame seeds / green onions crispy wontons

Starters

Crispy Green Beans$14.95
chipotle chili ancho aioli
Jumbo Stuffed Dates$17.95
herbed goat cheese / bacon wrapped / pear / aged balsamic glaze
Kobe Beef Carpaccio$17.95
horseradish / arugala / parmesan gaufrette potatoes / Hawaiian salt
Oyster Rockefeller (3)$14.95
pernod spinach / panko crumbs parmesan
Crispy Calamari$16.95
lemon / caper aioli / cocktail sauce
Smoked Salmon$15.95
grilled rustic bread / mascarpone capers
Crostini & Burrata$14.95
tomato / basil / balsamic
Moonraker Crab Cakes$23.95
arugala / fennel / petite frisee / fire roasted romesco sauce
Jumbo Coconut Prawns$15.95
beer battered / petite frisee salad pineapple guava sauce

Soups & Side Salads

Nice Little House Salad$9.95
beach road organic lettuce cherry tomato / radish / carrot / balsamic vinaigrette
Spring Mushroom Soup
garlic roasted mushrooms / chives
- Cup$7.00
- Bowl$12.00
Classic Caesar Salad$12.95
creamy dressing / crostinis parmesan
- With Chicken$18.95
Arugala & Spiced Pecan$13.95
apple / goat cheese / walnut vinaigrette
Clam Chowder
smoked bacon / yukon potato leeks cream / manila clams
- Cup$9.00
- Bowl$14.00

Chop House

Steak Frites$33.50
marinated grilled Angus hanger steak / duck fat truffle fries chimichurri sauce
New York Steak$48.95
grilled Harris Ranch hanger steak mashed potatoes / vegetables / onion strings / truffle butter

Fresh Catch & Dungeness Crab

Filet of Petrale Sole$32.95
porcini dusted / broccolini mashed potato oven dried tomato / lemon caper sauce
Moonraker Crab Cakes$34.50
spring vegetables / mashed potato / fennel / petite / frisèe / fire roasted romesco sauce
Seared Sea Scallops$42.50
brown butter parsnip puree parsley nage / spring asparagus, crispy potato
Dungeness Crab Legs$54.95
spring vegetables / anna potatoes / herb shallot butter / lemon
Salmon Pinwheel$35.95
artichoke and basil stuffed spring vegetables, fire roasted romesco sauce
Dungeness Crab Cioppino$42.95
crab in the shell / prawns / rock cod / clams / mussels / tomato shellfish broth

Chef Specialties

Sweet Pea Ravioli$28.95
buttered peas / spring asparagus basil / oven dried tomato / parmesan
Jumbo Coconut Prawns$29.95
mashed potatoes / petite frisee salad / pineapple guava sauce
Slow Cooked Pot Roast$28.95
spring vegetables / hand cut bacon mashed potatoes / date red wine sauce
Lobster Mac & Cheese
cavatappi / fontina fondue / lobster tail / claw meat / panko crumbs
- Half$24.00
- Full$38.00
Pappardelle Bolognese$26.75
porcini & tomato braised pork / herb papardelle / parmesan / rosemary
Seafood Pasta$36.95
prawns / sea scallops / clams calamari / rock cod / squid ink pasta / tomato broth
Spring Vegetable Tagine$25.95
moraccan spices / chick peas / carrots / peas / cauliflower / fennel / almonds & olives
Chicken Parmesan$28.50
breaded chicken cutlet / san marzano tomato mozzarella / basil / bucatini pasta / broccolini
6 oz. Lobster Tails$55.95
twin tails / fall vegetables anna potato / drawn butter / fancy lemon

Surf & Turf

7 oz. New York & Lobster Mac$59.95
fall vegetables / crispy onions / truffle butter
Kobe Beef & Sea Scallops$49.50
thinly sliced American kobe beef / tapenade / sautéed spinach / pinot noir sauce
6 oz. Lobster Tail & 7 oz. New York$64.95
spring vegetables / anna potato crispy onions / drawn butter / fancy lemon

What 1,255 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Great for scenic views
Peninsula
Romantic
Peninsula
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Moonraker offers a "spectacular ocean view" and "delicious food" that consistently impresses diners. Known for its excellent customer service and vibrant atmosphere, this restaurant is ideal for both special occasions and casual dining. Guests frequently praise the "excellent service" and diverse menu options, making it a must-visit destination.

1,255 Reviews

J
John
VIP
Central Coast
68 reviews
5.0
68 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We visit here a few times a year. Always enjoy the nice relaxed atmosphere with a great ocean view and live piano playing most times.
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Mary Ann
VIP
San Francisco
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous and delicious! Great view and such good food and cocktails! The bacon wrapped figs were delish and the smores dessert was the best!!! Thank you.
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Robert
Indiana
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We dine at Moonraker four or five times a year. The food and service is consistently good to very good. The menu is diverse and, having tried 5 or 6 different entrees, they are well-prepared and satisfying. Capuchino is often superb. The view of the ocean from most seats in the restaurant is outstanding and it is not uncommon to see waves crash over the sea wall in front of the restaurant (which is on the second floor). Moonraker does not routinely offer dinner specials; they focus on preparing the same entrees over and over, but doing it well. We are wine lovers and find the Moonraker wine list boring and unchanging. Fortunately, they allow corkage. We always bring our own wine and are glad we do.
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Christine
VIP
San Francisco
62 reviews
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely dining area. Great service. We were celebrating our anniversary and the staff made it a very special evening… Thank you
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ThomasL
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Moonraker is a great go-to for a nice evening out. Probably our 6th or so time here. The view is fantastic and the food is both delicious and consistent. The chefs know how to cook a steak the way you want it! And if you are gluten free like I am, they have a gluten free calamari that is wonderfully good. Don't miss it. It was loud this particular visit, which was distracting. If you go later, you might avoid the big parties.
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Maria
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My boyfriend and I both said this was the best dining experience we've had this year. Service could not have been better and the food was delicious and served promptly. We had the coconut prawns as an appetizer and they were scrumptious. Beautiful coastal views! We will be back.
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Lavonne
Central Coast
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Scene is fantastic Music - piano was very nice Salad did not have the pecans like was stated on menu We were celebrating 2 birthdays and only 1 dish had Happy Birthday on it Person in our party wanted french fries and our waiter said if it's not on the menu you can't get it, although table next to us received french fries.
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Yurls
VIP
Chicago
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Spectacular ocean view, delicious food and excellent customer service. Always glad to be back!
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Zackary
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
2nd time going first time was way better the food tasted different.
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E
VIP
Toronto
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food. Excellent service. Too noisy for us
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FAQs

Moonraker offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 557-7025 ext. 2.

Moonraker is rated 4.6 stars by 1255 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

105 Rockaway Beach Avenue, Pacifica, CA 94044

Additional information

Cross street
highway 1
Neighborhood
Pacifica
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private lot and Street
Payment options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jason Yeafoli
Entertainment
Live pianist every Friday & Saturday evening.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.moonrakerpacifica.com/
Phone number
(650) 557-7025 ext. 2
Private party facilities
We have two banquet spaces, both with ocean views, that can hold parties of up to 150 and 100 guests. Within the restaurant, we also have a space for up to 20 guests for a smaller meeting or private dinner. Buyouts of the restaurant are also possible. Please email Stephanie@moonrakerpacifica.com or visit our website at www.moonrakerpacifica.com

Moonraker

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Seafood Pasta

Salmon Pinwheel

Smoked Salmon

Oyster Bar

Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell

Prawn Cocktail

Chilled Crab Legs$25.95

Ahi Tuna Poke$22.50

Starters

Crispy Green Beans$14.95

Jumbo Stuffed Dates$17.95

Kobe Beef Carpaccio$17.95

Oyster Rockefeller (3)$14.95

Crispy Calamari$16.95

Smoked Salmon$15.95

Crostini & Burrata$14.95

Moonraker Crab Cakes$23.95

Jumbo Coconut Prawns$15.95

Soups & Side Salads

Nice Little House Salad$9.95

Spring Mushroom Soup

Classic Caesar Salad$12.95

Arugala & Spiced Pecan$13.95

Clam Chowder

Chop House

Steak Frites$33.50

New York Steak$48.95

Fresh Catch & Dungeness Crab

Filet of Petrale Sole$32.95

Moonraker Crab Cakes$34.50

Seared Sea Scallops$42.50

Dungeness Crab Legs$54.95

Salmon Pinwheel$35.95

Dungeness Crab Cioppino$42.95

Chef Specialties

Sweet Pea Ravioli$28.95

Jumbo Coconut Prawns$29.95

Slow Cooked Pot Roast$28.95

Lobster Mac & Cheese

Pappardelle Bolognese$26.75

Seafood Pasta$36.95

Spring Vegetable Tagine$25.95

Chicken Parmesan$28.50

6 oz. Lobster Tails$55.95

Surf & Turf

7 oz. New York & Lobster Mac$59.95

Kobe Beef & Sea Scallops$49.50

6 oz. Lobster Tail & 7 oz. New York$64.95

Overall ratings and reviews

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Make a reservation

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