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World Famous

4.6
4.6
993 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 26 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
Specializing in surfside dining featuring Southern California Coastal cuisine, market fresh pacific seafood, hand carved prime rib, & grilled to order steaks. Menus are written daily and inspired by sustainable California harvests.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 08:00–21:30 Breakfast Mon–Fri 08:00–13:00 Sat, Sun 08:00–15:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–17:00 Bar Daily 11:00–21:30 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (858) 272-3100
  • Website
    http://www.worldfamouspb.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Luis Granados
  • Catering
    Catering is one of our specialties!
  • Private party facilities
    For all private events please contact our events coordinator Nicole May.WRGNicole@gmail.com
  • Location
    711 Pacific Beach Dr., San Diego, CA 92109
  • Area
    Pacific Beach
  • Cross Street
    Mission Blvd.
  • Parking details
    We Validate the Promenade Parking Garage up to three hours. Parking is not an issue at this restaurant located right on the Boardwalk.
  • Public transit
    All the major bus lines will take you right to our restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    The best ocean view in Pacific Beach; right on the Boardwalk.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Served 9AM - 1PM

Main

  • Gorgonzola Vegetable ScrambleUS$15.00

    roma tomato, fresh spinach, chopped mushrooms, sliced onion, green bell peppers, gorgonzola cheese - wallnut basil cream

    • California OmeletteUS$16.00

      chopped applewood bacon, guacamole, tomato - grated california cheeses

      • Newport Lobster Seafood OmeletteUS$21.00

        lobster, shrimp & crab - savory seafood sour cream sauce - grated california cheese mix

        House Benedicts

        • South Beach BenedictUS$17.00

          applewood crisp bacon, sliced tomatoes, avocado

          • Carne Asada BenedictUS$19.00

            char-grilled carne asada, sliced avocado adobo chili hollandaise

            • Crabcake FlorentineUS$19.00

              panko crusted crab cakes, chopped spinach & artichoke

              • Steak & Lobster BenedictUS$22.00

                grilled skirt steak, butter poached lobster - Need We Say More?

                Breakfast Platters

                • Kahlua Pork HashUS$17.00

                  slow roasted pulled tender pork, sautéed onions & peppers, white rose potatoes, sweet corn salsa - two eggs your call

                  • Spicy Prime Rib SkilletUS$20.00

                    cast iron skillet blackened prime rib, smoked jalapeno butter, onions & peppers, cheddar bacon hash - two eggs any style

                    • World Famous Wipe OutUS$17.00

                      three eggs, two buttermilk pancakes, choice - ham, bacon or chicken sausage, black beans, breakfast potatoes or fresh fruit (no substitutions - gracias)

                      • Classic Two EggsUS$15.00

                        (eggs - your call) choice - crisp bacon, juicy apple chicken sausage or smoked ham - breakfast potatoes and ciabatta toast

                        Baja Breakfast

                        • Huevos RancherosUS$16.00

                          two eggs (any style) covered with a mild ranchero sauce & cheese on corn tortillas, sour cream & guacamole

                          • Carnitas ChilaquilesUS$17.00

                            braised pork carnitas & corn tortilla chips simmered in a spicy ancho chili sauce, 2 eggs over easy (recommended) - guacamole & sour cream

                            • California Breakfast BurritoUS$16.00

                              grilled carne asada skirt steak, scrambled eggs, potato, salsa fresca, cheese, sour cream & guacamole - red chipotle chili sauce

                              • Beef Machaca con HuevosUS$16.00

                                eggs scrambled with shredded sirloin beef & mexican chorizo, sautéed mild peppers, onions, tomato - choice corn or flour tortillas

                                From the Griddle

                                • Beach House PancakesUS$15.00

                                  hawaiian style, shaved coconut, mango fresh strawberries & sliced banana

                                  • Buttermilk PancakesUS$11.00

                                    thick country stack

                                    • Not So Traditional French ToastUS$12.00

                                      cinnamon vanilla egg dipped griddled challa

                                      • Epic Berry French ToastUS$15.00

                                        egg dipped griddled challa, house made wild berry sauce, whipped cream & caramelized almonds

                                        Beach Style

                                        • Avocado ToastUS$16.00

                                          artisan ciabatta, avocado mash, herb shallot vinaigrette micro mixed greens, chopped grape tomato - two eggs, your style

                                          • Awesome OatmealUS$10.00

                                            peanut butter, fresh strawberries, sliced banana, shaved coconut - honey drizzle

                                            • Acai Pitaya BowlUS$12.00

                                              blended brazilian acai dragon fruit, fresh seasonal fruit, coconut flakes, granola, honey drizzle

                                              Last updated: 8 June 2023

                                              What 993 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
                                              • 4.6Food
                                              • 4.5Service
                                              • 4.6Ambience
                                              • 4.3Value

                                              Noise ‱ Moderate

                                              Loved For

                                              • San Diego

                                                Californian

                                              Review summary

                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                              World Famous offers an unbeatable beachside dining experience with "great ocean views" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the seafood tacos and lobster bisque. While some experienced slow service during peak times, many praise the "friendly and attentive staff." It's a perfect spot for family gatherings and special occasions.

                                              993 Reviews

                                              1. ellen

                                                San Diego

                                                11 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                11 reviews

                                                Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Great food! Great view! Great service! We had a wonderful server! 👍😎

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                                              2. Donald

                                                Seattle

                                                1 review

                                                3.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 3
                                                2. Food 1
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Service and ambience good. Fish was well presented but tasteless. My guess is they pull their fish out of the freezer and microwave it prior to putting on a plate and serving. We had the blackened salmon salad and the potato wrapped sea bass. Bread good. Lettuce fresh. Nice ocean front restaurant, but not fine dining.

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                                              3. Eric

                                                Houston

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined on 11 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                I made my reservation for Sunday night at Sunset. We got there early and the staff seated us immediately. The wait staff was present and punctual. The appetizers were amazing with the calamari and spicy shrimp. The clam chowder was good except for LARGE chunks of celery and onion but very tasty. The lobster bisque was rich but very good according to the 2 that ordered it. As for the main dish, let's just say everyone was stuffed and satisfied. The prime rib was PERFECT. For dessert, the mud pie was a very large portion and extremely tasty. I strongly recommend World Famous and will definitely return again.

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                                              4. Jerry

                                                San Diego

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                The food is great and reasonable considering it’s right on the boardwalk. Roxanne, Hannah and Shannon provided welcoming and superb service. A group of us friends since elementary school have breakfast together monthly due to our great experience.

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                                              5. Beth

                                                San Diego

                                                4 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                4 reviews

                                                Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 4
                                                3. Service 4
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Always consistent good food, great location to watch the sunset, lots of patio space. Can get a little noisy when full, but where doesn’t that happen.

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                                              6. Deborah

                                                San Diego

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                I have been eating here for years. Food is always delicious. Service is great. Location is outstanding.

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                                              7. Steve

                                                New Mexico

                                                18 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                18 reviews

                                                Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Excellent breakfast! Friendly service. Beautiful view of beach. Couldn’t have asked for better. Tip: make a reservation and ask to sit at windows on beach side. Fabulous!

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                                              8. NANCY

                                                San Diego

                                                20 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                20 reviews

                                                Dined on 7 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                We were 6 locals who had never been to World Famous. We all agreed that we Would definitely return. Everything was wonderful from the food to the service. The noise level was wonderfully quiet (we were all over 80). Midweek around 6 was not busy, parking was easy too.

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                                              9. Carmen

                                                Hawaii

                                                8 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                8 reviews

                                                Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 4
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Clam Chowder and Garden Salad were amazing - Angel Hair pasta dish, not so much. The service was excellent. Put the Lime in the Coconut Margarita is worth mentioning as well. 😋

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                                              10. Emmy

                                                San Diego

                                                2 reviews

                                                4.0

                                                2 reviews

                                                Dined on 2 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 4
                                                2. Food 3
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                The service was really great but the food has gone down hill a bit

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                                              FAQs

                                              World Famous offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 272-3100.

                                              World Famous is rated 4.6 stars by 993 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 26 times today

                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                              Google Map for World Famous

                                              711 Pacific Beach Dr., San Diego, CA 92109

                                              Additional information

                                              • Cross Street
                                                Mission Blvd.
                                              • Area
                                                Pacific Beach
                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                Daily 08:00–21:30 Breakfast Mon–Fri 08:00–13:00 Sat, Sun 08:00–15:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–17:00 Bar Daily 11:00–21:30 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 Validate the Promenade Parking Garage up to three hours. Parking is not an issue at this restaurant located right on the Boardwalk.
                                              • Public transit
                                                All the major bus lines will take you right to our restaurant.
                                              • Payment Options
                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                              • Executive Chef
                                                Luis Granados
                                              • Entertainment
                                                The best ocean view in Pacific Beach; right on the Boardwalk.
                                              • Additional
                                                Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                              • Website
                                                http://www.worldfamouspb.com/
                                              • Phone number
                                                (858) 272-3100
                                              • Catering
                                                Catering is one of our specialties!
                                              • Private party facilities
                                                For all private events please contact our events coordinator Nicole May.WRGNicole@gmail.com
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