Shark Bites is one of the best seafood cafes along the coast. Fresh and local seafood, full bar, brunch, and popular burgers. Sample their signature fish tacos, pink shrimp melt, crab cake burger, or gluten-free chowder. Surfboards and driftwood decorate the interior, reflecting the relaxed culture of the Oregon coast.
About Shark Bites Seafood Café
Reviews & Ratings
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September 9, 2026MarkN7453A Diamond in the Rough
What an unexpected surprise. My wife was looking for grilled fish, and I wanted some good beer. Several restaurants we checked either had only fried fish, or were closed on Tuesday. We ended up at Sharkbites. It was a memorable experience for my wife who loves lemonade and stated that they had the best she had ever had. The restaurant is excellent food, reasonable prices, and NOT fine dining. One enters the restaurant, goes to a counter to order their food, and then are seated. A server (the bartender) brings the drinks and serves the food shortly after. The person who took our order circulates the dining room refilling water glasses and checking on other drinks, which are fulfilled by the bartender/server. Service is line plastic baskets, canning jars for beverages, and metal flatware. When we were there, people were enjoying themselves, one table celebrated a birthday, and the atmosphere and service were happy. My wife's grilled fish salad was delicious (spicy, but balanced with the salad) and my drifter burger was very good. I am a burger fanatic and their smash burger could be grilled at a higher temperature to get the crispy edges. It was still excellent on a very good bun. The fries were also just as I like them, crispy and slightly seasoned. Their tap list is extensive with many Oregon beers included the local brewery, 7 Devils, and a number of other coastal breweries. Definitely worth a future stop.
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July 29, 2026Blanca GGood food, friendly staff
Super laid back vibe, good food and friendly staff.
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May 30, 2026Arlene Anot worth the price
Text: My husband and I recently ate here while in Coos Bay. We ordered 2 baskets, one popcorn shrimp and one crab cakes and one soft drink. The bill with tip ( prices not the waitresses fault) was 70 dollars and the 3 little bitty crab cakes were the size of a half dollar coin- should have stuck with the Bandon Fish market where we share one basket as they are very large!
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February 13, 2026bbbolt
Thumbs up for down town.
I have eaten here a few times and the food and service has been excellent. Fish, burgers, onion rings, oysters, salads wine and beer. I love that it is on a downtown street and has a unique atmosphere. Service is welcoming, prompt, and friendly. It's not the most touristy spot (bay or ocean view) but close,, yet easy access & parking, great food, and a great view of a Steve Prefontaine mural ( in case you are a runner). Oh yah...and an on site surf shop!! I will come back!
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January 18, 2026L SDon't go there unless you like horrible food.
Absolutely the WORST fish and chips. Greasy and the fries tasted like fish. Only one of us was eating and couldn't eat. We all sampled and agreed that it was just awful! Fish was overcooked, dry, yet really greasy. Never, ever had such horrible fries. They are cooked in the same oil as their shrimp bites and consequently the fries tasted like shrimp shells! Really bad. They tried to make the fish right by cooking some more, but it was really bad as well. Very expensive learning experience and a waste of a lot of money.