Pearson’s Port is a floating shack under the Pacific Coast Highway bridge across Newport Bay. It is a seafood spot that sells fresh fish, live crab, and lobster. You can also find sea bass and buckets of prawns caught on the same day. You can enjoy live crab and lobster if you visit Pearson’s during crab and lobster season.
Pearson’s Port had operated since 1971, when Roy Pearson built the market. Roy and his wife Vi managed the business along with their children. Roy supplied the fresh fish he caught, and Vi ran the fish market. 1999, Roy passed away, and their son Tom Pearson took over the business.
Today, Tom carries on the tradition of fishing for whatever is in season, and his wife, Terese, runs the store. Occasionally, their children pitch in and lend a hand. Pearson’s Port offers the freshest seafood at the best prices and plans to do so for many years.
The floating barge looks a little gritty, but you will find live-hold tanks that offer shrimp and lobster inside. Also available depending on the season, swordfish, tilapia, octopus, squid, scallops, crab, white sea bass, and halibut are also available. Local fishermen catch Pearson’s Port fish and also import tuna and salmon.
Pearson’s is one of the best places in Orange County to find fresh seafood. Arrive early, as their stock sells out quickly.
Where is Pearson’s Port
Pearson’s Port can be a bit challenging to locate, but not impossible. To get there, turn off PCH while heading north onto Bayside Drive, then make a quick left into the boat and RV storage area. Keep driving on the road until you reach the back, and you’ll find Pearson’s Port next to the bridge.
Hours: Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Open noon to 6 pm the rest of the week except Sunday, when they close at 5 pm. 100 E Coast Hwy Newport Beach, California 92660 Phone (949) 675-6771
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Here is the number to call to see what is available for sale at Pearson’s Port. (949) 675-6771