Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Ocean Beach

85 restaurants available nearby

1. Kettner Exchange

4.7

Exceptional(1361)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Little Italy

Booked 44 times today

Kettner Exchange boasts two levels of indoor/outdoor drinking and dining and Little Italy’s only rooftop patio with spanning harbor views. We feature Progressive American cuisine from critically acclaimed Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski. In 2019, Kettner Exchange was named to Michelin Guide's prestigious Bib Gourmand list. Kettner Exchange has proudly maintained this award every year thereafter. Originally introduced in 1997, the Bib Gourmand category highlights restaurants that serve high-quality meals which include two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less.

2. Herb & Wood

4.7

Exceptional(6474)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 38 times today

A timeless, sought-after dining escape, celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey opened Herb & Wood to instant acclaim over four years ago. In that time, the restaurant has become an icon, a dining destination that has helped to propel San Diego's culinary reputation to new heights. By focusing on rustic, wood-fired dishes, Chef Malarkey's menu elevates humble ingredients such as carrots, beets, and chicken, incorporating Mediterranean flavors and a California ethos of seasonality and sustainability.

3. Coasterra

4.6

Exceptional(7568)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 48 times today

Coasterra is San Diego's premier bay front dining destination! We are an innovative and modern restaurant, lounge and floating event center, featuring Mexican cuisine.

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4. Tom Hams Lighthouse

4.6

Exceptional(6667)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 23 times today

Tom Ham’s Lighthouse was built in 1971 by a man who was not afraid to put his name on his product. Rooted in warm welcomes & excellent food, Tom Ham made his lifelong dream a reality. Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is the only restaurant in the US to have a USCG operated & maintained Lighthouse attached to it. You can locate us on any modern nautical map as Beacon #9. Featuring a 100% responsibly resourced seafood menu & award winning Sunday Champagne Brunch, we are a must when it comes to the San Diego food scene. The dining room, purposely shaped like the state of California, allows for groups as grand as 50 yet private enough for a couple’s night out. Holiday brunches have been long time family traditions for many San Diegans. Start your family’s tradition this next holiday. With the best views of the Downtown City Skyline, Coronado & San Diego Bay, Tom Ham's is & remains a San Diego tradition in dining excellence since 1971.

5. Scuderie Italia

4.8

Exceptional(353)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pacific Beach

Booked 22 times today

Scuderie (scoo-de-ree-ye) is often referred to, in Italy, as a racing team garage. In the spirit of teamwork we welcome you to Scuderie Italia, our luxurious home providing you with impeccable service and simple, comforting Italian food and pizza. Our true Napoletana pizza is proudly made by our vibrant pizzaiolo, Gimmy Piperku, who also heads the kitchen serving handmade pasta and other popular Italian dishes. Enjoy your meal on either one of our our covered patios or dine inside surrounded by beautiful photos of Italian engines and bright racing yellows. Nothing brings people together like good food and we have that for you and your crew!Buon appetito~ Leonardo and Christine Landini

6. Tahona Bar

4.5

Awesome(625)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Old Town

Booked 2 times today

We are welcoming OpenTable online reservations for up to 6 guest for indoor and outdoor dining!Parties of 7 or more, please email our large party coordinator at zach@tahonabar.comWelcome to Tahona! We are the first mezcal bar and tasting room in San Diego. In our restaurant, we invite you to taste our incredible craft cocktails and our amazing contemporary Mexican cuisine featuring Oaxacan bites. In our tasting room, we welcome you to indulge on a mezcal tasting experience! We are located next one of the most iconic historical landmark: the Campo Santo Cemetery in Old Town. Inside Tahona, you will be transported to a modern Mexican hacienda designed with hand painted tiles, handmade rope seats, traditionally crafted fabric brought from Oaxaca, hand clayed walls and more.We also have a cozy covered outdoor patio dining experience so you will have the choice to dine inside our hacienda or on the streets of Old Town!

7. Dockside 1953

4.4

Awesome(608)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Mission Beach

Booked 5 times today

With its spectacular waterfront setting on Mission Bay, nautical-inspired design, and a menu of mouthwatering dishes, Dockside 1953 is a favorite restaurant for hotel guests and locals alike. Aptly named for its marina-facing locale at the Bahia Resort Hotel and the year the resort opened, Dockside 1953 is a stunning standout in San Diego’s dining scene. Fresh, coastal-inspired, and locally sourced — the eclectic menu of California fare features dishes to satisfy all palates. With a dedication to high-quality ingredients, menu highlights include classic sweet and savory options for breakfast; salads, bowls, and flatbreads for lunch; sharable starters and fresh seafood entrées for dinner; and a thoughtful wine and cocktail menu. The extensive outdoor patio features cozy fire pits, gorgeous Mission Bay views, and a covered trellis to shade guests.

8. Barbusa

4.6

Exceptional(4308)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 33 times today

Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.Gluten free and Vegan Items AvailableWHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!

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9. Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens - Liberty Station

4.6

Exceptional(2253)

Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Point Loma

Booked 6 times today

Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Liberty Station located in San Diego’s Point Loma community encompasses more than 23,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor dining and bars, as well as a bocce ball court, outdoor cinema space and lush garden. Executive Chef Richard Sweeney offers an eclectic menu of world-inspired cuisine featuring local, organic fare. The restaurant features 40 unique craft beers on tap and exceptional bottles, including year-round and special releases from Stone Brewing Co. as well as exceptional craft and specialty beers from other breweries.

10. The Fishery

4.7

Exceptional(3062)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pacific Beach

Booked 22 times today

BEHIND EVERY GREAT SEAFOOD RESTAURANT IS A WAREHOUSE STOCKED WITH FRESH SEAFOOD. The Fishery Restaurant & Market is located just a few blocks from the ocean in North Pacific Beach. The restaurant menu reflects ‘coastal cuisine’ with a simple yet serious focus on the best our coastal fisheries and local farms have to offer. The passion that drives Chef Mike Reidy is evidenced by flavors that can only be achieved using ingredients at their peak of seasonality and freshness. The Fishery was awarded the prestigious Award of Excellence for its Wine List from Wine Spectator in 2018- Present. Our wine list is inspired by the great wines of Europe and their American counterparts and we strive to showcase real, natural, food friendly-wines with a sense of place.The Fishery Market showcases fresh fish, prepared seafood, salads, sauces and marinades.

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Kathleen
Phoenix / Arizona •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Simply put, one of the best meals I have had the privilege of enjoying! Delightful server, Calvin, was very in tune with the timing of our meal and our needs. The fixed menu was perfect for Christmas Eve, as it kept the meal flowing and decision-making to a minimum. Every course was delectable from the scallop crudo, the creamed mushrooms, and the sea bass, to the date cake with walnut ice cream! Mezcal hibiscus cocktail was creative and tasty, as well! I will definitely be back!
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.7
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Mikayla
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My husband and I dined here to celebrate his birthday and it was a wonderful experience. Amazing food, views and ambiance! Will be back!
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CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
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4.6
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jim
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The small plates are entirely original, owing more to Asian and other fusion than to Spanish tapas. The cocktails were original and enhanced the meal. Ambience was great
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Kettner ExchangePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Little Italy
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4.7
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Shiela
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Awesome experience as always. We love this place. The food, service and ambiance were excellent. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Highly recommend this place👍
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Tom Hams LighthousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.6
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craig
Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 Nov 2024
Wow, what a great local find! The service was spot on and the food was fresh, fast and absolutely delicious. We might go back again tonight,
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Scuderie ItaliaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pacific Beach
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4.8

Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Ocean Beach

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85 restaurants available nearby

1. Kettner Exchange

2. Herb & Wood

3. Coasterra

4. Tom Hams Lighthouse

5. Scuderie Italia

6. Tahona Bar

7. Dockside 1953

8. Barbusa

9. Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens - Liberty Station

10. The Fishery

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