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Tidal, San Diego, CA

Tidal

4.5
4.5
1148 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
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

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian, Fish
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (858) 490-6363
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Eduardo Zamora
  • Private party facilities
    Come together where land meets sea, and craft and catch converge. To host your holiday party, birthday, anniversary, corporate event, or other large or private party at Tidal, please contact us here: https://paradisepointresortandspa.tripleseat.com/booking_request/27197
  • Area
    Mission Bay
  • Cross Street
    Ingraham Street
  • Parking details
    Complimentary private lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving at Tidal

    US$140.00 per person

    28 Nov 2024 only
    Thanksgiving Buffet 1:00pm-6:00pm Adults $140++ | Children 5-12 years $50++ | Under 5 years Free Reservations will be contacted to provide a valid credit card prior to event. Menu: Chilled Seafood Display Arcadian Mix Salad Root Vegetable Salad Roasted Baby Beets Fromage Table Charcuterie Display Artisan Bread Display Slow Roasted Diestel Turkey Dijon Crusted Smoked Prime Rib Cedar Plank Roasted Loch Duart Salmon Bone In Ham Sausage, Herb & Apple Cornbread Stuffing Boursin Whipped Potatoes Crispy Brussel Sprouts Seared Black Cod Baked Garnet Yams Lobster Mac & Cheese Buttered Haricot Vert Roasted Carrot and Coconut Milk Bisque Rice Pudding Baja Empanadas Pumpkin Pie Cranberry Apple Pie Chocolate Espresso Tart Meyer Lemon Tart
    Thanksgiving at Tidal photo
  • Christmas Day at Tidal

    US$140.00 per person

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Christmas Day Buffet 1PM - 6:00PM Adults $140 ++ | Children 5-12 years $50++| Under 5 years Free 20% service charge and tax will be added to each party Reservation will be confirmed, and credit card secured at that time. Chilled Arcadian Greens Root Vegetable Salad Roasted Beet Salad Chilled Seafood Display to include King Crab legs, Poached Shrimp, Poke Fromage Table Charcuterie Table Artisan Bread Display Classics Lobster Bisque Crab Mac and Cheese Boursin Whipped Potatoes Oven Roasted Potatoes Crispy Brussel Sprouts Maple Glazed Carrots Carvery Spiced Baja Grouper, Tomatillo Salsa Dijon Crusted Prime Rib, Shallot Jus Bone In Pit Ham, Apple Chutney Sweets Mini Yule Logs Pumpkin Cheesecake Pecan Walnut Bites Caramel Apple Pie
    Christmas Day at Tidal photo
  • Parade of Lights Dinner Experience

    US$100.00 per person

    14 Dec 2024 only
    Enjoy an unforgettable evening at Tidal during the Mission Bay Parade of Lights. This dining experience offers breathtaking waterfront views of the parade, where you can watch illuminated boats glide by. Parade starts at 5:30pm Price is $100 per person including service charge and tax The experience includes: Upon arrival, enjoy a glass of Champagne or Welcome Cocktail Starters (choose one) Shrimp Bisque Roasted Beet Salad Wagyu Beef Carpaccio Fire Roasted Spinach & Poblano Fondue Mains (choose one) Cioppino Crab Crusted Faroe Island Salmon Mary’s Free Range Chicken Woodfire Roasted Carnival Squash Dessert ( choose one) Toasted Brownie S’more Local Seasonal Sorbet Port Poached Pear & Hazelnut Danish
    Parade of Lights Dinner Experience photo

What 1,148 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tidal offers a stunning waterfront dining experience with "great views" and a "beautiful location." Guests rave about the "fantastic service," especially from standout staff like Esteban and Aaron. The atmosphere is perfect for special occasions, and while some dishes could improve, the overall dining experience remains highly recommended for its ambiance and friendly service.

1,148 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was excellent! Our server Caitlin was a gem, she was so kind and attentive to us. We give her a A+++++ all the way. She made our night!

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  2. FrenchChef

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was outstanding. Experienced the Iberico pork. Started with the venison tartar which was very delicate and mild, not gamy at all. The baba ghanoush and pork belly were also amazing. One of our guests had a flatbread which was a classic well made neapolitan pizza. Bronzino was also well prepared and flavorful. Pumpkin soufflé had a great texture but I think would be better with less clove, but fantastic and well made. Noise level was bit loud but we managed. Thanks for a great experience Herd & Wood!

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  3. Ron

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Location…great. We love the spot Service bad..observed 2 other servers doing a great job Food …crab cake app good / bread app great Scallops… fair. Ahi…fair Cauliflower with Ahi… undercooked/ tuff / flavor zero. Value…. Scallops. 3 with a couple springs of veg… poor/ Ahi sauce on top good But the rest of plate very weak Overall… very disappointed Won’t be back until major changes

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  4. Neil

    San Diego

    38 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful location right on the side of Mission Bay in the setting sun. We took our powerboat here, launched from De Anza and motored round to the restaurant and moored against the Action Sports pier. Had a lovely dinner and then headed back in the dark. Great date night!

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  5. Leilani

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely AMAZING experience with incredible drinks, food, service, and ambiance! Big thank you to Aaron, Teddy, Chef Eddie and the rest of the staff for making our celebration dinner stellar! This restaurant and staff are truly special and unique in the best possible way!

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  6. K.

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They were out of one of our meal choices, and it was only 6:00 p.m., so that was a bummer. Also, the steak was overdone and very gristly, but hey, it IS a seafood restaurant! But everyone loved their seafood, especially the salmon, which was SUPERB! Overall I'd give it 4.5 stars.

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  7. Dejah

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Esteban our server and the bartender Aaron were super accommodating and made a nice evening for my girlfriend’s birthday. Service and food were top notch. Highly recommend!

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  8. Ryan

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First of all… Outstanding location. Second of all… Our server, Esteban Umada freakin CRUSHED IT. “What? We’re out of Dr. Pepper?” Heck no, Esteban track that down faster than the Lost Ark in Indiana Jones. There’s nothing he couldn’t do. Quick service - Esteban Constant check-in on our well-being - Esteban. When all we needed was a friendly smile - Esteban. My wife is 35 weeks pregnant, God willing if she went into labor there’s no doubt in my mind that Esteban could’ve delivered our child. Are we coming back? Yes, yes we are… only because Esteban was a Tidal of service. Mic Drop. See you soon.

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  9. Angela

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The services was poor even thought it wasn’t that busy. There are place that have better food that’s close to the resort.

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  10. Ron

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a large party of 10. Food and drinks were excellent as well as the service.

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FAQs

Tidal offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 490-6363.

Tidal is rated 4.5 stars by 1148 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Tidal

1404 West Vacation Road, San Diego, CA 92109

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ingraham Street
  • Area
    Mission Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian, Fish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Complimentary private lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Eduardo Zamora
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (858) 490-6363
  • Private party facilities
    Come together where land meets sea, and craft and catch converge. To host your holiday party, birthday, anniversary, corporate event, or other large or private party at Tidal, please contact us here: https://paradisepointresortandspa.tripleseat.com/booking_request/27197
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