Good all around, BAD management
Clyde's really is an "American Cafe." And by that I mean usually good sometimes average food, sometimes exceptional service (sometimes rather mediocre), and a GM who will bend over backwards to kiss up to his "regulars" but will only do just enough to cover his own butt. Great waterfront location though.
Food: 6
Service: 8
Ambiance: 6
Overall: 6

Classy bar
Every dish I've had at Clyde's has been great. When I tell friends Clyde's is a bar, I always have to explain "but it's not like a regular bar". The food seems upscale, carefully planned and executed. From the *real* buffalo wings as an appetizer, to the *real* maple syrup with french toast at brunch, to the creative dishes like fried goat cheese salad and vidalia onion-cheese tart, I'm always impressed with Clyde's. The service we've received has been very good, very attentive and professional. My one complaint would be about the high noise level in the main room (the one with the view to the lake). It's hard to hold a conversation in there sometimes, although I'm not sure what they couldn't do to alleviate it -- become less popular? The noise level is better in the rooms off to the side of the main one. The prices are surprisingly reasonable for such gourmet food. (Half-price wine night was a hit with us.) I'm often conflicted about what to wear to Clyde's; on one hand, it's a bar, and not an outrageously expensive place. But on the other hand, the food seems upscale and people often come dressed in suits and dresses.
Recommended: fried goat cheese salad (appetizer)
Food: 8
Service: 8
Ambiance: 8
Overall: 8
- Classy bar

Wonderful Crabcakes
Great place, excellent food, a total winner! Everything was fresh and tasty. Crabcakes were delicious.
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 8
Overall: 10

A Solid Value
I'm a regular who works across the street. Clydes consistently gives a good meal and usually good service. happy hour at the bar is a great deal! Clydes kitchen is especially good with vegetables and other fresh local ingredients. The reviewer who dislikes the GM couldn't be more wrong - there is much more of a positive management presence than there used to be a couple of years ago. My only complaint is that it is like a noisy bistro when busy.
Recommended: crab & artichoke dip
Food: 6
Service: 8
Ambiance: 8
Overall: 6

Average food, Bad Management
Average food, average service and very dirty tap lines for draft beer. GM is rude and disingenuous. I also spoke to the head chef who seemed a bit clueless, but nice enough.
Recommended: Tap water
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ambiance: 6
Overall: 2
- San Diego Yacht Club