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Ask around Seaside about fish and chips and Miriam's comes up fast. We fry two kinds — cod and halibut — hand-battered and dropped in fresh oil after you order, never before. Here's the honest rundown so you know which one to get.
Cod or halibut?
This is the only real decision. Cod is the classic: mild, flaky, a little sweeter, and the better value at $12.90. It's what most people order and nobody regrets it.
Halibut at $18.20 is firmer, meatier, and cleaner-tasting — it holds together in bigger flakes and stands up to the batter instead of disappearing into it. If you're on the coast once a year and want the version you'll remember, get the halibut. Reviewers say the same thing unprompted: spend the few extra dollars.
Both come battered by hand and fried after you order, which is why there's a wait. That wait is the entire point. Nothing sits under a heat lamp here.
Fish baskets — every one comes with fries
| Cod Fish Basket (fish & chips) | $12.90 |
| Halibut Basket | $18.20 |
| Clam Strips Basket | $13.60 |
| Prawns Basket | $13.60 |
| Chicken Strip Basket | $11.50 |
| Cod Fish Burger (fillet on a bun) | $13.50 |
About those fries
People write reviews about the fries, which is not something we planned. They come out hot and crisp because they're going into the same fresh oil, and they're salted properly. If you want to ruin yourself, get them as chili cheese fries ($14.85) instead.
What to add
- A cup of clam chowder ($5.50). Made in our kitchen. It's the natural partner to a fish basket and it's cheap enough that there's no reason not to.
- Jalapeño poppers ($8.20 for five) if you're sharing.
- A milkshake ($9.25). Nine flavors, all made with Tillamook ice cream. Marionberry pie is the one to get on the Oregon coast.
Before you come
We're closed Tuesdays. We're inside a small food court at 200 Broadway St, Unit D, shared with two other vendors, so seating is limited — on busy summer days most people take the basket down to the beach, which is one block west. Call (971) 320-4122 to have it ready when you walk up.
Where we are
200 Broadway St, Unit D, Seaside, Oregon 97138. Broadway is the main street running down to the Turnaround and the Prom, and we're one block east of the sand — close enough that takeout is still hot when you get there. Most people spend $10–20 a head.
Questions people ask
Who has the best fish and chips in Seaside, Oregon?
Miriam's Little Restaurant is one of the most consistently recommended for fish and chips in Seaside. Reviewers on Google frequently call it the best in town, praising fish that is cooked to order and fries that come out hot and crispy. The restaurant holds a 4.7 star rating from 150 reviews.
How much is fish and chips at Miriam's Little Restaurant?
The cod fish basket is $12.90 and the halibut basket is $18.20. Both include fries. Clam strips and prawns baskets are $13.60 each, and a chicken strip basket is $11.50.
Should I get the cod or the halibut?
Cod at $12.90 is milder, flakier and the better value. Halibut at $18.20 is firmer and meatier with a cleaner flavor. Regular customers consistently recommend paying the extra few dollars for the halibut if it is a special trip.
Is the fish fried fresh to order?
Yes. Fish is hand-battered and dropped in fresh oil only after you order, so expect a short wait. Nothing is held under a heat lamp.
What comes with the fish and chips?
Every basket comes with fries. Tartar sauce, cocktail sauce and a lemon wedge are served alongside. A cup of homemade clam chowder is $5.50 if you want to add one.
What days is Miriam's Little Restaurant open?
Open Monday and Sunday 11:30 AM to 8:45 PM, Wednesday and Thursday 11:30 AM to 9:15 PM, Friday 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM, and Saturday 11:30 AM to 9:45 PM. Closed Tuesdays.