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Pismo Beach, Shell Beach & Oceano
CHOWDER
clam
Since 1963
505 Cypress Street, Pismo Beach
(805) 773-2853 • pismofishandchips.com
‘East Coast meets West Coast,’ the
story behind Ada’s Fish House
Welcome to Ada's Fish House in
Pismo Beach, where 35 years
of restaurant experience in coastal
cuisine has culminated in this family-
owned and operated restaurant by
the sea.
The “East Coast meets West
Coast” menu is known for freshness.
Lobster, steamers, and sea scallops
are flown in every few days. Fresh
live Pacific seafood comes from local
sources. Lobster rolls and fish and
chips are favorites. Crisp fresh salads
and a tasty clam chowder round out
any meal. The clam chowder is a Peo-
ple’s Choice and Judge’s Choice winner
at the Pismo Beach Clam Festival.
Fresh, traditional,
coastal classics
Ada’s has a delightful outdoor
dining area. Diners are kept cozy
with heat lamps when the coastal
fog rolls in. Reservations are best,
but walk-ins can be seated if space
is available. Wine, beer, and liquor
are available with meals. Take-out
is available.
When destiny calls
Doug MacMillan was destined
to be a chef and restaurant owner.
Ada “Rosa” MacMillan started the
original Rosa’s Ristorante Italiano
in 1961 in Visalia, California, later
opening the Pismo Beach Rosa’s
in 1988. Doug learned the craft by
working for his parents and cook-
ing in Italy, where he apprenticed
in 1992.
Ada’s Fish House came about
in 2019. Shannon and Doug saw
Chef Doug MacMillan.