California Fish Grill

3988 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine
(949) 654-3838

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Customers' Favorites

New England Clam Chowder
Dynamite Shrimp Bowl
Sweet Potato Fries
Salmon & Swai Combo
Dynamite Shrimp
Shrimp Skewers
Fish and Chips
Garlic Butter
Cajun Salmon
French Fries

Menu

SEASONAL SPECIALS
FIRE-GRILLED SHRIMP & SWAI
Juicy shrimp skewer and flaky swai (white/fish), seasoned and flame grilled make this combo the perfect pair!
CHIMICHURRI PARMESAN FRIES
Our Chimichurri sauce with fire roasted corn and Parmesan cheese over golden-brown French fries, for limited time only!

GRILLED PLATES
SALMON & SWAI COMBO
Our two customer favorites in one dish, served with the toppings of your choice.
SWAI (WHITE/FISH)
With moderately firm flakes, this white fish with pink tones has a mild clean flavor. It's no surprise customers love it.
ATLANTIC SALMON
A customer favorite, this salmon is treated to the grill by our fish specialists. You benefit from the full flavor and the Omega-3's.
BRANZINO (SEA BASS)
Mild flavor and delicate white-flake texture, our farm-raised Mediterranean Branzino is grilled and includes choice of topping and 2 house sides.
WILD SALMON*
A customer favorite, this salmon is treated to the grill by our fish specialists. You benefit from the full flavor and the Omega-3's.
GIANT SHRIMP
A generous portion of Giant Shrimp is delicious served Cajun style or doused in our signature garlic butter.
SHRIMP SKEWERS
Succulent shrimp, slightly pink with sweet sea notes, served skewered.
LOUISIANA DELTA CATFISH
A favorite in the South, this white fish is mild and flaky, and is great grilled or fried (visit our Classics for our Fried Catfish).
TILAPIA
This white fish has a mild flavor similar to sea bass, and is grilled to flaky perfection.
CHICKEN BREAST
Chicken breast, grilled to juicy perfection, and topped with your choice of sauce.

COASTAL TACOS (COMBO & ALA CARTE)
BATTERED FISH TACO COMBO
Battered fish, cream sauce **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
CAJUN FISH TACO COMBO
Roasted corn, cilantro sauce **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
BREADED SHRIMP TACO COMBO
Cajun butter, roasted corn, chipotle cream **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
CAJUN SHRIMP TACO COMBO
Cajun butter, roasted corn, chipotle cream **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
CAJUN SALMON TACO COMBO
Roasted corn, cilantro sauce **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
GRILLED CHICKEN TACO COMBO
Roasted corn, cream sauce **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
BATTERED FISH TACO
Battered fish, cream sauce
CAJUN FISH TACO
Roasted corn, cilantro sauce
BREADED SHRIMP TACO
Cajun butter, roasted corn, Dynamite Sauce
CAJUN SHRIMP TACO
Cajun butter, roasted corn, Dynamite Sauce
CAJUN SALMON TACO
Roasted corn, cilantro sauce
GRILLED CHICKEN TACO
Roasted corn, cream sauce

CALIFORNIA BOWLS
DYNAMITE SHRIMP BOWL
Quick-fried shrimp in our dynamite sauce with fresh cilantro, green onions, tomatoes, red/green cabbage mix and sesame soy sauce.
SALMON POWER BOWL
Shredded kale, beans, tomato, quinoa-edamame mix, tossed in seasoned olive oil.
AVOCADO VEGGIE BOWL
A mix of our guest favorite balsamic glazed brussels sprouts, beans, fire roasted corn, diced zucchini served over white rice and finished with diced tomato, cilantro, parsley, sliced avocado and cream sauce.

SIGNATURE SALADS
GRILLED SALMON SALAD
Mixed green, candied walnut, tomato, feta cheese, cranberry, red onion, with a lime vinaigrette.
PETITE GRILLED SALMON SALAD
Mixed green, candied walnut, tomato, feta cheese, cranberry, red onion, with a lime vinaigrette.
GRILLED SHRIMP & AVOCADO SALAD
Shredded kale, seasoned olive oil, sliced avocado, roasted corn, tomato, feta cheese, red onion, fresh parsley, with a lime vinaigrette.

CLASSICS
SHRIMP TRIO
Change desciprionCoconut Shrimp, Shrimp Skewer & Giant Shrimp with choice of sauce.
BATTERED FISH
Crispy battered Swai filets. Reminiscent of England, without the gloomy weather.
2 PIECE BATTERED FISH & CHIPS
Our fan favorite Battered Fish & Chips in a petite portion! Served with Kaleslaw & French fries
FRIED CATFISH
A favorite in the South, this white fish is mild and flaky, and is great grilled or fried.
CALAMARI & BATTERED FISH
CALAMARI & SHRIMP
SHRIMP & BATTERED FISH

SANDWICHES
CAJUN SALMON SANDWICH
Grilled Brioche Bun, Mixed Greens, Tartar Sauce & Dynamite Sauce, Tomatoes, Pickled Onions. Served Ala Carte.
CRISPY FISH SANDWICH
Grilled Brioche Bun, Mixed Greens, Tartar Sauce & Dynamite Sauce, Tomatoes, Pickled Onions. Served Ala Carte.
FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH
Grilled Brioche Bun, Mixed Greens, Dynamite & Cream Sauce, Tomatoes, Pickled Onions.
GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH
Grilled Brioche Bun, Mixed Greens, Dynamite & Cream Sauce, Tomatoes, Pickled Onions.

STARTERS & CHOWDER
AVOCADO CORN SALSA
Served with our signature Dynamite Sauce with Serrano Chili & Fresh Herbs
PARMESAN STRING BEANS
Green & yellow string beans crusted in a parmesan seasoned tempura batter.
BREADED SHRIMP
Succulent shrimp, lightly breaded and quick-fried for a simply delicious classic.
BREADED CALAMARI
Not your basic calamari…these are thick strips, lightly breaded and flash fried. Pair with tangy cocktail sauce from our fresh flavor bar.
NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
Our version of an east coast tradition is a creamy, rich chowder, with tender clams and hearty potatoes, served with oyster crackers

ON THE SIDE
SEASONED TOMATO & FETA
DICED ZUCCHINI & ROSEMARY
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Topped with Lime Vinaigrette
BRUSSELS SPROUTS (BALSAMIC GLAZED)
You'll finally be happy to eat your Brussels sprouts. Quick-fried with a balsamic glaze and topped with fresh herbs and parmesan cheese, you might even ask for seconds.
FIRE ROASTED STREET CORN
Delicious charred sweet corn with chili flakes, parmesan cheese and cilantro. So hard to resist, why try?
DYNAMITE FRIES
Served with our signature Dynamite Sauce with Serrano Chili & Fresh Herbs
SWEET POTATO FRIES
You know you don't want average. Sweet and salty crisp fried sweet potato fries. Enough said.
FRENCH FRIES
Fish's longtime partner, chips. Russet potatoes, fried, served crispy and hot. Psst…try the vinegar.
BROWN RICE
Nutty flavor seasoned with pan roasted onion. Who says brown rice is boring?
WHITE RICE
Simple. A wholesome grain to go with your healthy fish.
GREEN SALAD
Fresh mixed greens with your choice of dressing.
KALESLAW
A modern twist on a classic. Chopped kale and cabbage mix tossed with our unique dressing.
BEANS
Slow simmered white and pinto beans, seasoned with cilantro and Spanish onion.
FLOUR TORTILLA
2 per order
CORN TORTILLA
3 per order

KID APPROVED
KIDS PB & GRAPE UNCRUSTABLE
*does not include a side
KIDS MAC & CHEESE
*does not include a side
KIDS BATTERED FISH
Battered Swai prepared perfectly in a pint-size portion. **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
KIDS GRILLED SWAI
Tender pieces of grilled swai will satisfy even the tiniest of taste buds. **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
KIDS BREADED SHRIMP
Succulent shrimp, breaded and quick-fried **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
KIDS CHICKEN STRIPS
For fish-lovers-in-training…tender, juicy chicken strips. **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
KIDS GRILLED CHICKEN
For fish-lovers-in-training…tender, juicy chicken strips. **Delivery orders will receive bottled water instead of fountain drink**
KIDS GRILLED SHRIMP

BEVERAGES
PROUD SOURCE WATER
PROUD SOURCE SPARKLING WATER
ZOLA COCONUT WATER
KEVITA PINEAPPLE PEACH KOMBUCHA
PEPSI CAN
DIET PEPSI CAN
STARRY LEMON LIME SODA
HONEST APPLE JUICE

SWEET TREATS
CHOCOLATE BROWNIE
CHEWY MARSHMALLOW TREAT

UTENSILS AND FLAVOR BAR
UTENSILS
STRAW
NAPKINS
TARTAR SAUCE
COCKTAIL SAUCE
ROASTED TOMATILLO SALSA
FRESH SALSA
KETCHUP
MALT VINEGAR
LEMONS
CHOPPED CILANTRO
SALT N PEPPER

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Recent Reviews

California Fish Grill was once a preferred destination for high-quality, healthy seafood. Unfortunately, recent visits suggest a significant shift in the brand’s standards and overall value proposition.
Key Concerns
• Diminishing Quality: Both the portion sizes and the quality of the ingredients have decreased noticeably, no longer reflecting the standard the restaurant once maintained.
• Service Model: The dining experience has transitioned toward...
December 2025
We like coming here for quick, fresh meal. Kane took our order and really went the extra mile to help us clean up when our daughter spilled at the table. We’ve been to a number of the locations and this one was the best so far.
December 2025
Food is consistent. The last time we were here was pre-covid.

The ordering system takes a few trys to get used to, but this gentleman, Jesus made sure everything went smoothly.

On top of the food being delicious, Jesus, and his team made sure our experience here was top notch.

Edit: Prior to visiting pre-covid, we popped in last week and was helped by Marie. She was the reason why we wanted to dine in, again.

Then...
September 2025

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California Fish Grill

3988 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 654-3838