Fishwife
789 Trinity Ave., Seaside
394-2027
A steadfast readers’ favorite, Fishwife dishes California-Caribbean flavors for foodies who value fresh over fancy. It’s a homey spot for comfort seafood like golden-fried calamari and catfish ‘n’ chips (both surprisingly tender and light). But it’s also a place to expand your palate for Seafood Watch-sanctioned sustainable seafood: Try the grilled barramundi celestun or the grilled fillet of sole sea-garden salad. The once-a-week cioppino (also sold by the quart to go) adds another reason to love Fridays.