THE STORY OF SPLASH CAFÉ

In 1991, Joanne and Ross Currie purchased Splash Café in Pismo Beach—just days before the annual Clam Festival in October. That incredibly busy weekend was the beginning of a 30+ year journey that has transformed Splash into a beloved Central Coast institution.

Over the years, the Curries have continually refined their clam chowder recipe, creating the award-winning, world-famous chowder that Splash is known for today. They expanded their operation to bake all of their own breads and desserts in their own bakery, began shipping their famous chowder nationwide, started supplying other restaurants, and created a growing line of Splash food products.

Through it all, one thing has never changed: Splash Café is committed to using the highest-quality ingredients and creating food our customers love. That commitment, and the loyalty of generations of chowder lovers, has helped grow chowder sales from 5,000 gallons a year in 1991 to more than 30,000 gallons today.

Joanne’s passion for flavor and her love of experimenting in the kitchen eventually led her beyond the café and into the world of food products. Her first creation, Raucous Daucus Carrot Pepper Hot Sauce, was developed specifically to complement Splash’s creamy Clam Chowder.

Next came a trio of Smoky Spice Rubs designed to bring big flavor to everything from seafood and meats to vegetables and more: Smoky Chili, Smoky Citrus and Smoky Chimi.

And Joanne isn’t finished yet!

Follow along with the flavor innovators at Splash Café to discover our current creations—and see what delicious ideas are coming next!