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Tequila Wall - Miguel's - Portside Pier, San Diego, CA

Miguel's - Portside Pier

4.4
4.4
189 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Beginning with a few classic recipes culled from our chef’s family and friends, the menu captured the true spirit of Mexico. And its authentic style drew a loyal following of those in search of Sonoran grilled swordfish tacos, sizzling sirloin fajitas, and spicy rich chicken mole.

Over three decades, our signature friendly service and festive decor have made Miguel’s a San Diego tradition for locals and visitors alike. Our commitment to artisan cuisine has only grown stronger. That means handmade tortillas, fresh salsas, and colorful crispy chips made daily right in our kitchen. Of course, there’s our decadent, must-have jalapeño white sauce, occasionally referred to as white gold by regulars, and craved up and down the coast.

We invite you to stop in. Enjoy a refreshing hand-shaken margarita and a genuine, mouthwatering Mexican meal. Lets celebrate what we hope will be your first of many, many visits.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:30 Sun 10:00–21:00 Brunch Sun 10:00–14:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 14:00–17:00
  • Phone number
    (619) 719-4962
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Claudio Morales
  • Private party facilities
    Great Celebrations Begin with Miguel’s! From wedding ceremonies and receptions to corporate meetings and seminars, birthdays, anniversaries, retirement parties, and all other celebrations, Miguel’s Cocina is your best bet.
  • Area
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Cross Street
    Ash Street and Broadway- right next to Ash street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Santa Fe Depot station off of Kettner Bvld
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 189 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Miguel's - Portside Pier offers a "majestic dining" experience with stunning views of the San Diego Bay and city skyline. Guests rave about the "great service" and "delicious food," perfect for special occasions like the 4th of July. While some mention inconsistencies in service, the "beautiful atmosphere" and "reasonable pricing" keep visitors coming back. Ideal for tourists and locals alike, Miguel's promises memorable sunsets and a vibrant waterfront vibe.

189 Reviews
  1. Lynsy

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, as it always is. My complaint/issue is with the service. From the moment we walked into the restaurant, the hostess was cold and very unfriendly. The waiter treated us the same as the hostess and seemed almost bothered that he had to serve us. I will say the staff bringing the chips/salsa was very welcoming, warm and friendly. I have the waiter’s name if management is interested in learning how he treats the clientele of your establishment. This has not been the norm when I have visited before. But, this waiter seemed to treat the table next to us the same way. Maybe he was having a bad day, but still I left there somewhat shocked as to how we were treated.

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  2. F

    VIP

    San Diego

    160 reviews

    5.0

    160 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the staff here. Always so helpful and pleasant - just a great place to enjoy good Mexican food.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service! Gorgeous restaurant by the water.

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  4. Tina

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited on Christmas Eve and had the best service. The food was delicious as always and portion sizes were generous.

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  5. Stephanie

    Chicago

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Coco Pina margaritas were amazing! We also love their queso. I had a tender carne asada steak that just melted in my mouth. The ambiance at the Pier was really nice.

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  6. julia

    San Diego

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Server was very nice and worked hard. Food was marginal. Venue is very cool!

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  7. Araceli

    VIP

    Guadalajara

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Mexican food Great place to see the sunset eating Mexican delicious food Friendly and nice staff to help you

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  8. LeeAnn

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Miguel's itself was great. Five stars. The food was delicious. Love being right on the pier. The service was good. The problem was the pre-paid dinner for the parade of lights. I didn't MIND pre-paying, but if you don't use the whole amount, you lose it. We had 165.00 left! We all ordered desserts that we didn't really want. Still didn't reach our money paid. I could have let that go because we had a nice show with the parade of lights, but I was really upset that the amount left COULD NOT BE APPLIED to Tax and gratuity!!! On top of losing money, we had to PAY the tax and gratuity separate. I'm not sure if this policy is Miguel's or Open Table's, but IT IS WRONG!!! Like I said, I did not mind pre-paying to assure our seats, but this was a rip-off!!!!!!

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  9. Steve

    San Diego

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Miguel's food and service was excellent. OpenTable was the problem. Lack of communication and hidden fees ruined the evening. Will not use this app again to book anything.

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  10. RUBY

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    62 reviews

    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. The tripe tacos were outrageous.

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FAQs

Miguel's - Portside Pier offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 719-4962.

Miguel's - Portside Pier is rated 4.4 stars by 189 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
19:00
Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Miguel's - Portside Pier

1360 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101-3322

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ash Street and Broadway- right next to Ash street
  • Area
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:30 Sun 10:00–21:00 Brunch Sun 10:00–14:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 14:00–17:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Santa Fe Depot station off of Kettner Bvld
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Claudio Morales
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 719-4962
  • Private party facilities
    Great Celebrations Begin with Miguel’s! From wedding ceremonies and receptions to corporate meetings and seminars, birthdays, anniversaries, retirement parties, and all other celebrations, Miguel’s Cocina is your best bet.
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