Dockside 1953

4.6

633 Reviews

$30 and under

Californian

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2 people

26 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 11 times today

Great for scenic views
Charming
Great for outdoor dining

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.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–11:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 07:00–15:00 Bar Daily 11:30–23:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–17:00 Sat, Sun 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:30
Phone number
(858) 539-7634
Website
https://www.bahiahotel.com/landing/waterfront-dining-mission-bay
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Alejandro Sicairos
Private party facilities
For those special occasions, Dockside 1953 offers group dining accommodations. Our expert staff is dedicated to helping you plan the perfect event – whether it’s a business meeting, anniversary or a birthday celebration.

Location
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803
Area
Mission Beach
Cross Street
W. Mission Bay Drive and Gleason Road
Parking details
We offer free self parking for our guests.
Public transit
MTS Bus stops a few step from the hotel.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

AVOCADO TOAST & EGGUS$26.00
Poached Egg, Pickled Red Onion, Tomato Relish, Queso Fresco, Breakfast Radish, Pepitas, EVOO, Watermelon
FARM STAND BOWLUS$21.00
Seasonal Local Fruit, Berries, Mint, Local Honey
GREEK YOGURT & GRANOLAUS$15.00
Housemade Granola, Fresh Berries, Local Honey
SMOKED SALMON & BAGELUS$25.00
Everything Bagel, Santa Barbara Smokehouse Salmon, Caper Lemon Cream Cheese, Beefsteak Tomato, Cucumber, Pickled Red Onion, Avocado
BLUEBERRY STEEL-CUT OATSUS$14.00
Blueberry Compote, Caramelized Banana, Pecans, Toasted Coconut
DANISH, MUFFIN, OR CROISSANTUS$5.00

Eggs

AMERICAN BREAKFASTUS$24.00
Two Cage-Free Eggs Your Way, Smoked Apple Bacon or Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes, and Toast
LOADED BREAKFAST SANDWICHUS$26.00
Bacon Jam, Smoked Ham, Over Easy Egg, Gruyere Cheese, Grilled Beefsteak Tomato, Chipotle Aioli, Arugula, Grilled Brioche
CLASSIC EGG BENEDICTUS$25.00
Two Poached Eggs, House Smoked Canadian Bacon, English Muffin, Spinach, Grilled Beefsteak Tomato, Chipotle Hollandaise
POTATO ROSTI BENEDICTUS$28.00
Two Poached Eggs, Smoked Salmon, Crispy Potato Rosti, Spinach, Grilled Beefsteak Tomato, Citrus Hollandaise
LOADED BREAKFAST BOWLUS$26.00
Crispy Tator Tots, Bacon, Ham, Chicken Sausage, Sunny Side Up Egg, Sauté Mushrooms, Caramelized Onion, Chipotle Aioli, Truffle Salt
MORNING BOWLUS$25.00
Two Poached Eggs, Corn, Garbanzo & Kale Succotash, Chimichurri, Avocado, Tomato Relish
MARKET OMELETTEUS$21.00
Tomato Relish, Caramelized Onion, Spinach, Feta Cheese, Mushrooms, Breakfast Potatoes
DOCKSIDE OMELETTEUS$23.00
Bacon, Ham, Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms, Cheddar Cheese, Avocado, Breakfast Potatoes

Sweets

BAHIA MONTECRISTOUS$26.00
Sweet Brioche, Smoked Ham, Shaved Turkey, Gruyere Cheese, Spicy Jam
BUTTERMILK PANCAKESUS$18.00
Whipped Butter, Maple Syrup, Powder Sugar
BELGIAN SUGAR WAFFLESUS$21.00
Chantilly Cream, Seasonal Berries, Berry Coulis, Maple Syrup, Powdered Sugar

Beverages

FRESH BREWED COFFEE & TEAUS$6.00
MIMOSAUS$16.00
BAILEYS & COFFEEUS$16.00
IRISH COFFEEUS$16.00
MIMOSA FLIGHTUS$34.00
Four Rotating Flavors
DOCKSIDE BLOODY MARYUS$20.00
Made with Titos Hand-Made Vodka, and garnished with shrimp, bacon, celery, lime, & olive

What 633 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Dockside 1953 offers an enchanting dining experience with "outstanding food" and "great service" amidst a magical bay view. Guests appreciate the warm ambiance, especially with outdoor fire pits perfect for chilly evenings. The seafood, particularly the sea bass, is highly praised, and the wine pairings elevate meals. Ideal for special occasions.

633 Reviews

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Martha
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nice. A little cold. Outside heaters cannot be adjusted.
Dockside 1953Responded 1 day ago
Dear Martha, Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you had a nice experience and appreciate your input about the outdoor heaters. We'll share this with our team and hope to welcome you back for another great meal soon!
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Judy
Seattle
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were there to celebrate a marriage. It was rated highly and we were not disappointed. The food was outstanding and a great wine selection reasonably priced. We sat outside and the ambience was magical.
Dockside 1953Responded 2 days ago
Dear Judy, Thank you for sharing your special celebration with us! We're so happy to hear that the food, wine selection, and magical ambiance made your experience memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another unforgettable visit!
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service ~ perfect setting ~ good food. Always a nice place to sit by the bay
Dockside 1953Responded on 17 February 2025
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the service, setting, and food. We agree—there’s nothing like sitting by the bay, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Angela
VIP
Los Angeles
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The views and ambience are incredible, but the hostess stand is exceptionally slow and the service has never been good. I had to ask twice for a children’s menu and the drinks and food take a long time and don’t come together. The prices are very high for such a disorganized place with average food.
Dockside 1953Responded on 17 February 2025
Dear Angela, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the views and ambiance, but we're sorry to hear about the service challenges you experienced. We appreciate you sharing these concerns, and we'll work on improving the speed and coordination of our service. We hope to have the opportunity to provide a better experience on your next visit.
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Jennifer
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great good, atmosphere, along with excellent service. We did a wine pairing with our meal that really brought the meal to the next level!!
Dockside 1953Responded on 17 February 2025
Dear Jennifer, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and wine pairing. We hope to welcome you back soon for another exceptional experience!
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Maria
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They had a pre fixe menu for Valentine's Day, and every course was special and delicious. The staff were outstanding and the attention to needs without being "too much" was absolutely perfect. At the end of our meal the manager came by our table to ask about our experience and made sure we left happy. Truly an above-and-beyond dining experience for us!
Dockside 1953Responded on 17 February 2025
Dear Maria, Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the Valentine's Day menu, and that our staff made your experience even more special. It's wonderful to know the manager's personal touch helped make your visit memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Richard
VIP
Minneapolis
69 reviews
5.0
69 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant is outstanding and one of favorite places to dine.
Dockside 1953Responded on 17 February 2025
Dear Richard, Thank you for your kind words! We're honored to be one of your favorite places to dine, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another outstanding experience!
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Kerik
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent the service was great the vibes all around was awesome ! 100% recommend
Dockside 1953Responded on 17 February 2025
Dear Kerik, Thank you for the amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you had a fantastic experience with the food, service, and overall vibe. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Makinzie
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sara was our server and she was lovely. We ordered the seafood tower and the chef came to our table to personally let us know the crab legs were not presentable enough and asked if we would be open to swap those out for some other great choices. It was a really personally touch. Everything was wonderful and the view was so nice of the marina.
Dockside 1953Responded on 17 February 2025
Dear Makinzie, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that Sara provided excellent service and that the chef’s personal touch made your experience even more memorable. It’s great to know you enjoyed the seafood tower and the beautiful marina view. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Marci
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to Dockside 1953 to celebrate our 55th wedding anniversary. We wanted to sit outside by the bay, but the weather was chilly. We asked for a table with a fire pit. We were given that, and when I told Kelley (our server) that we tended to be cold, she brought over an additional heater and gave us both blankets! We enjoyed our delicious dinner warm and comfortable. Kelley was very conscientious and friendly, and took great care of us during our stay. We had a wonderful dinner and a fantastic evening. Thanks!
Dockside 1953Responded on 11 February 2025
Dear Marci, Thank you for celebrating your special 55th wedding anniversary with us! We're delighted to hear that Kelley went above and beyond to ensure you were warm and comfortable while enjoying your delicious meal. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable moments by the bay!
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FAQs

Dockside 1953 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 539-7634.

Dockside 1953 is rated 4.6 stars by 633 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

26 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803

Additional information

Cross Street
W. Mission Bay Drive and Gleason Road
Area
Mission Beach
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–11:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 07:00–15:00 Bar Daily 11:30–23:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–17:00 Sat, Sun 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:30
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We offer free self parking for our guests.
Public transit
MTS Bus stops a few step from the hotel.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alejandro Sicairos
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.bahiahotel.com/landing/waterfront-dining-mission-bay
Phone number
(858) 539-7634
Private party facilities
For those special occasions, Dockside 1953 offers group dining accommodations. Our expert staff is dedicated to helping you plan the perfect event – whether it’s a business meeting, anniversary or a birthday celebration.

Dockside 1953

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Breads, Grains & Fruit

AVOCADO TOAST & EGGUS$26.00

FARM STAND BOWLUS$21.00

GREEK YOGURT & GRANOLAUS$15.00

SMOKED SALMON & BAGELUS$25.00

BLUEBERRY STEEL-CUT OATSUS$14.00

DANISH, MUFFIN, OR CROISSANTUS$5.00

Eggs

AMERICAN BREAKFASTUS$24.00

LOADED BREAKFAST SANDWICHUS$26.00

CLASSIC EGG BENEDICTUS$25.00

POTATO ROSTI BENEDICTUS$28.00

LOADED BREAKFAST BOWLUS$26.00

MORNING BOWLUS$25.00

MARKET OMELETTEUS$21.00

DOCKSIDE OMELETTEUS$23.00

Sweets

BAHIA MONTECRISTOUS$26.00

BUTTERMILK PANCAKESUS$18.00

BELGIAN SUGAR WAFFLESUS$21.00

Beverages

FRESH BREWED COFFEE & TEAUS$6.00

MIMOSAUS$16.00

BAILEYS & COFFEEUS$16.00

IRISH COFFEEUS$16.00

MIMOSA FLIGHTUS$34.00

DOCKSIDE BLOODY MARYUS$20.00

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