MORRO BAY, CA – November 10, 2025 – PRESSADVANTAGE –
Kicker’s, a seafood restaurant located at 885 Embarcadero in Morro Bay, has announced its inclusion in a comprehensive dining guide published by Mints Tales, a travel publication covering California’s Central Coast. The restaurant, which operates the only dedicated raw oyster bar in Morro Bay, was voted one of the best restaurants in Morro Bay by Mints Tales in their recent evaluation of the area’s dining establishments.
The recognition highlights Kicker’s position in the local dining landscape, where the establishment serves fresh, locally sourced seafood alongside bay views. The restaurant operates seven days a week, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner service with a menu that features daily catches, oysters, chowders, pasta dishes, and burgers.
“The recognition from Mints Tales reflects our focus on providing fresh seafood and maintaining our oyster bar as a distinctive feature in Morro Bay’s dining scene,” said Roger Sharp, Owner of Kicker’s. “As the only restaurant in town with a dedicated raw oyster bar, we serve selections that change based on seasonal availability and local catches.”
Kicker’s seafood restaurant morro bay location, distinguishes itself through several operational features. The establishment hosts live entertainment on Thursday and Friday evenings and maintains a dog-friendly patio where guests can dine with their pets. The restaurant also accommodates private parties and offers free Wi-Fi to guests.
The menu at Kicker’s reflects the availability of Pacific Ocean catches, with seafood sold by the pound directly from ice displays. The raw oyster bar serves as a central feature of the dining room, offering varieties that rotate based on market availability. Additional menu items include housemade preparations, craft beers, and cocktails.
The restaurant’s inclusion in the Mints Tales guide comes as tourism continues to drive interest in Morro Bay’s culinary offerings. The publication’s review process evaluated multiple establishments across the region, identifying restaurants that represent the area’s dining options for both residents and visitors.
Kicker’s sources ingredients from local fishing operations, supporting the regional seafood industry while maintaining menu freshness. The restaurant adjusts its offerings based on seasonal availability, with daily specials reflecting current catches from local waters.
The establishment’s operating schedule includes extended hours on weekends, with breakfast service available Friday through Sunday. The venue’s location on Embarcadero provides water views from both indoor dining areas and the outdoor patio space.
Kicker’s represents one of several seafood-focused establishments in Morro Bay, a coastal community known for its commercial fishing fleet and harbor activities. The restaurant’s oyster bar adds a specialized dining option to the area’s seafood offerings, providing varieties typically sourced from Pacific Coast waters.
The Mints Tales recognition adds to the restaurant’s presence in regional dining guides and travel resources that direct visitors to Central Coast destinations. The publication’s coverage of Morro Bay restaurants provides travelers with curated dining recommendations based on local expertise and evaluation criteria.
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For more information about Kicker’s, contact the company here:
Kicker’s
Roger Sharp
(805) 225-1769
info@morrobaykickers.com
885 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442
