A Gallery of Johnny’s Coastal Atmosphere & Seasonal Plates

See the signature dishes and waterfront moments that define the dining experience. Every photo reflects a commitment to local sourcing and the natural beauty of the California coast.

A white bowl containing a fish fillet topped with crispy garlic bits, served over a bed of creamed corn with red bell peppers, corn, and green herbs.
A bowl of chopped romaine lettuce topped with shredded cheese and chopped chives.
A glass bowl filled with guacamole placed on a black plate surrounded by fried tortilla chips, on a wooden table with a dark blurred background.
Close-up of a grilled seafood taco with scallops, diced cucumbers, red onion, fresh cilantro, and a lemon wedge on a gray plate.
A round tray filled with ice, holding several oysters on the half shell, lemon wedges, a small cup of dipping sauce, and a small spoon.
Seared scallops served on a bed of creamy sauce with sautéed vegetables, garnished with cilantro and pickled vegetables.
Plate of pasta with grilled shrimp, vegetables, and creamy sauce, garnished with chopped chives.
Lobster roll with chopped lobster meat, chives, and spices in a toasted bun, garnished with cucumber slices and a lemon wedge on a white plate.
Grilled avocado halves garnished with cilantro and red chili threads in a light green sauce on a white plate.
A plate of oysters on ice with lemon wedges on a wooden dock by the water, boats and sailboats in the background at sunset.
A chef garnishes two halved avocados with herbs and sauces on plates in a professional kitchen.
Sunset over a marina with boats docked, reflecting on the calm water, with a partly cloudy sky and trees in the background.
Welcome sign for Santa Cruz Harbor with directional signs for H & H Fresh Fish Company, Johnny's Harborside Restaurant, and Save Our Shores Meeting Room, with boats docked in the harbor and a parking lot in the background.
A stack of crab traps filled with bait, with a marina filled with boats and masts in the background at sunset.
A tray of fresh oysters on a bed of ice, garnished with lemon wedges, with a cup of cocktail sauce in the center.