Huntington Beach Restaurants 

Surf City USA^®, renowned for its powerful waves, awe-inspiring panoramas, and breathtaking sunsets, has another enticing feature – its mouthwatering cuisine.

From oceanfront dining to gems along the boulevards, Huntington Beach restaurants serve up an ever-evolving restaurant lineup. Below you'll find more than 270 eateries plating extraordinary bites, from fresh fish tacos to build-your-own burgers.

Where to Eat by Meal in Huntington Beach

Yes, Huntington Beach has 10 miles of uninterrupted coastline and an iconic pier. Yes, it boasts one of the best action-sports scenes in the world. And yes, you can't forget about the stunning oceanfront resorts. In addition to all of that, Surf City USA has earned another well-deserved reputation: as a Southern California dining destination.

Whether you are looking for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner, Huntington Beach has a variety of restaurants to choose from to grab a bite to eat. To casual eateries, take-out, and upscale dining, Surf City USA offers an array of dining options that will satisfy you.

Browse by Cuisine

Some of The Best Restaurants in Huntington Beach

It’s hard to pick just one option from the incredible variety of restaurants in Huntington Beach - any local’s list of the best restaurants in Huntington Beach will include everything from well-known fine dining experiences to Surf City’s best-kept secret breakfast spots and coffee shops. 

Take a seat in the dining room at Watertable, an upscale restaurant and gastrobar attached to the Hyatt Regency beach resort, for artisanal craft cocktails and seasonal American classics. Or stop by Duke’s, a local favorite for Hawaiian fare served up in a surf culture-inspired beach bungalow setting - and for a Huntington Beach classic, get Duke’s famous Hula Pie - a decadent macadamia-and-chocolate treat you won’t soon forget! Grab a seat on Ola Mexican Kitchen’s outdoor beach patio for lunch and order tacos with fresh-made tortillas, and then wrap up the day with fresh seafood at Captain Jack’s Prime Rib & Seafood Restaurant, a family-owned spot known for its Alaskan King Crab Legs and a great dinner spot.

And no Surf City USA hangout would be complete without a meal with an ocean view: drive down Southern California’s Pacific Coast Highway and stop by Pacific City for outdoor dining at one of the destination’s many local restaurants with views of the Pacific Ocean. 

From authentic Mexican and Italian to delectable Asian and traditional American. No matter where your Huntington Beach travels take you, you can’t go wrong - around every corner is a brand-new culinary experience you’ll want to return to every day.