Best Waterfront Restaurants in San Diego

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A photo of Roy's San Diego Waterfront restaurant

1. Roy's San Diego Waterfront

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 37 times today

Roy's San Diego Waterfront is a waterfront restaurant located on the water at the Marriott Hotel and Marina. The description mentions patio dining just steps from the water, and numerous reviews mention the outdoor seating with great waterfront views. One reviewer mentions watching the sunset over the marina, while another mentions enjoying the view of the bay and boats. It's a perfect spot for a relaxing dinner while enjoying the waterfront view.

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2. Oceana Coastal Kitchen

4.4

Awesome(1300)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pacific Beach

Booked 16 times today

Oceana Coastal Kitchen features chef-driven, California cuisine along with modern, ocean-inspired design. The restaurant offers a memorable bayfront dining experience at an iconic Pacific Beach hideaway.The airy waterfront restaurant includes several distinct dining areas such as a quartz-topped cold bar embedded with mother of pearl and sea glass. The focal point in Oceana Coastal Kitchen's main dining room is an impressive 800-gallon aquarium, while a sliding window fully opens to showcase unobstructed views of Mission Bay.Oceana Coastal Kitchen offers an al fresco experience for guests, complete with sleek booths and tables with sweeping panoramic waterfront views. Led by Executive Chef Paul Arias, favorite menu items include the Oceana House Roll, the Harris Ranch Ribeye, and the Striped Seabass.We are excited to announce that we have been recognized by TripAdvisor as a 2023 Traveler’s Choice Best of the Best award winner, ranking 10th in the country for “Everyday Eats.”

3. Dockside 1953

4.4

Awesome(609)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Mission Beach

Booked 20 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.

4. Tidal

4.5

Awesome(1151)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Mission Bay

Booked 12 times today

Join us at our Tidal Waterfront Restaurant for a seafood focused Sothern California dinning experience! Enjoy locally sourced ingredients and beautiful views on our outdoor Tidal Deck or pick up dinner and take it with you back to your bungalow guest room.For parties of 13 or more please visit our website www.tidalsd.com

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5. Waterbar San Diego

4.4

Awesome(389)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pacific Beach

Booked 5 times today

Located alongside the vibrant ocean-front boardwalk in Pacific Beach, Waterbar offers only the best in tantalizing menus, innovative libations, panoramic views, and lively entertainment. Our “social seafood” menu is inspired by East coast, West coast and Baja cuisines, and transforms the freshest flavors through our chef’s unique renditions of coastal classics. Flavor-forward craft cocktails, local micro-brews, national brand favorites, and a diverse wine list are offered across comfortable bar seating, community-table dining, and intimate ocean-side tables. Waterbar’s thriving, energetic environment captures the passion of San Diego’s iconic coastline for an unforgettably satisfying experience.

6. Rumorosa

4.5

Awesome(32)

Price: Expensive

• Regional Mexican (Baja Med) • Harbor Island

Booked 7 times today

Harbor's Edge is a waterfront restaurant because it's located on Harbor Island Drive overlooking the marina, as mentioned in its description. Reviews also highlight the beautiful views from the restaurant, confirming its waterfront location.

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7. Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila

4.5

Awesome(321)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Old Town

Booked 8 times today

ABOUT FREDS OLD TOWN | Since 2001, Casa de Freds in Old Town has been bringing the fiesta to San Diego. Freds is the place for amigos - both new and old - to have a great time while enjoying quality food, fresh margaritas and a festive atmosphere. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious, Baja-infused selections that are made from fresh, high-quality ingredients. The vibrant decor and great music provide a unique dining experience right in the heart of historic Old Town. The restaurant offers plenty of versatility for groups of many sizes. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly, so bring in your furry friends and check out the doggy menu! The outdoor bar is a fantastic spot to enjoy the San Diego sun, whether you are here for the weekend or live down the street. Freds newly renovated Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to watch your favorite sporting events. The Cantina also offers daily specials that will keep your tummies, glasses and pockets full. Thanks Amigo!

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8. Brewery X at Harbor Island

3.9

Excellent(2)

Price: Moderate

• Dining Bar • Harbor Island

Booked 1 time today

Brewery X on Harbor Island is the spot for craft beer lovers and laid-back visitors alike. Tucked along the scenic waterfront of Harbor Island, our brewery blends SoCal vibes with innovative spirit of craft brewing. To complement our awesome beers, Brewery X serves up locally sourced, fun American eats. Think artisanal pizzas, juicy burgers, and fresh seafood dishes that pair perfectly with our brews. We're all about delivering a memorable experience with seasonal specials and bold flavor combos.Step into our breezy taproom, with panoramic harbor views. It's the perfect hangout to kick back with a cold one or chill out with friends after a long day.

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9. Peohe's - Coronado Waterfront Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(8788)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Coronado

Booked 80 times today

Peohe's - Coronado Waterfront Restaurant is located on Coronado Island, offering spectacular waterfront views of the San Diego Skyline. Reviews often mention the 'waterfront dining', 'beautiful location looking at the City lights over the water', and 'great water views'. It's clear that this restaurant is a popular spot for a relaxing waterfront dining experience, with a variety of seafood and other dishes inspired by the island.

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10. Brigantine at Portside Pier

4.7

Exceptional(4226)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 137 times today

The Brigantine is more than just home to some of San Diego’s finest seafood. It’s a place where locals and visitors alike come to share a lively atmosphere and authentic sense of community. The Morton family opened the first Brigantine on Shelter Island in 1969, with a vision that embraced the beach town lifestyle, a dedication to flavorful food, and a passion for friendly service. Today, we’re known far and wide for our San Diego-style surf and turf. From our award-winning fish tacos and freshly shucked oysters, to classic filet mignon or our perpetually best-selling marinated grilled swordfish. Always prepared to exceed expectations, and served with a smile. You can stop in at any neighborhood Brigantine and get a taste of the local flavor, from regionally inspired specials, to custom cocktails and home town craft beers. At the Brigantine we make first timers feel like regulars, and consider regulars part of the family. So come by often, and share our taste for life.

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JoeVIP
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This restaurant exceeded my expectations, it might be one of the best hotel restaurants I’ve ever dined at. Really great experience all around.
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Dockside 1953Price: Moderate• Californian• Mission Beach
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4.4
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Jessica
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My family and I had the best experience at Tidal. What a cute, quaint and peaceful Christmas Buffett dinner. The staff were very attentive and kind. They took the time to talk to us and despite it being a Buffett they offered to get us food items. We were there for almost 3 hours and it sure did not feel like it. The food was amazing, great seafood and even picky eaters were thrilled with the options. We sat outside at sunset taking in the beautiful views. Bartender even created a special drink for me. I try to take my dad to a new Christmas Buffett dinner every year ( we are local) we’ve been to about 10 different places, and the tidal hands down was bar far the best experience we’ve had. I will 100 percent go back.
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TidalPrice: Very Expensive• American• Mission Bay
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4.5
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Arcelia
Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very good attention and amazing experience, we loved
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Waterbar San DiegoPrice: Moderate• American• Pacific Beach
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4.4
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Debbie
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our server was amazing!!! He thought of everything before we did. Extremely good with everyone in our large group. We all had such a wonderful day! Thank you.
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Roy's San Diego WaterfrontPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.3
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arelis
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 Nov 2024
Delicious sashimi, lava rolls & fresh oysters. Excellent service. Very friendly & welcoming
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Oceana Coastal KitchenPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Pacific Beach
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4.4

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Roy's San Diego Waterfront

2. Oceana Coastal Kitchen

3. Dockside 1953

4. Tidal

5. Waterbar San Diego

6. Rumorosa

7. Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila

8. Brewery X at Harbor Island

9. Peohe's - Coronado Waterfront Restaurant

10. Brigantine at Portside Pier

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