Best Waterfront Restaurants in Ocean Beach

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1. Roy's San Diego Waterfront

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 44 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. Brigantine at Portside Pier

4.7

Exceptional(4225)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 88 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.

3. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(4915)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 96 times today

C-Level is a waterfront restaurant, as stated in its description and confirmed by numerous reviews. It's on the waterfront overlooking the city skyline and Coronado. Patrons highlight the breathtaking water views, and recommend booking tables by the water for the best experience. They also suggest catching sunsets and enjoying the city light up.

4. Dockside 1953

4.4

Awesome(609)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Mission Beach

Booked 15 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.

5. Island Prime

4.6

Exceptional(8374)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 52 times today

Resting on stilts atop San Diego Bay, Island Prime overlooks the city skyline and Coronado.

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6. Oceana Coastal Kitchen

4.4

Awesome(1300)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pacific Beach

Booked 13 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.”

7. Tidal

4.5

Awesome(1150)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Mission Bay

Booked 7 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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8. Waterbar San Diego

4.4

Awesome(389)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pacific Beach

Booked 10 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.

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9. Topsail at Portside Pier

4.9

Exceptional(147)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

San Diego's most iconic waterfront property features Topsail, a luxury lounge on the rooftop at Portside Pier! Indulge in fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and small plates while relaxing fireside above the water!

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10. Miguel's - Portside Pier

4.4

Awesome(184)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 33 times today

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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FredVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Our Christmas night experience at Island Prime was excellent! When we arrived, it appeared we would have a long wait even with our reservation. Our wait turned out to be only 10 minutes and that was totally acceptable. Our waiter was friendly, helpful and efficient. Our meals were yummy! I had the filet, and my wife had salmon. The included deserts were tasty. They were small, but that was appropriate after a big meal. We will definitely consider going back for another Christmas dinner at Island Prime!!!
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Island PrimePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.6
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JoeVIP
Los Angeles •7 reviews
5.0
Dined today
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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Wes
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
If you want a superb fine dining experience with the most amazing food and greatest service, then look no further than Brigantines Portside Pier.
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Brigantine at Portside PierPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.7
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Debbie
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 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
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4.3
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Alan
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is my go to for business lunches and special events. Food and service at or above expectations. The views are amazing. Selection and quality provides something for all. Custom food requests don’t seem to cause issues. Lunchtime parking is ample and has been free when we go. They may regulate parking sometimes so call if that is a concern. You can’t go wrong with the Cohn family of restaurants, with C-Level being one of their premier locations.
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C-LevelPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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4.7

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Roy's San Diego Waterfront

2. Brigantine at Portside Pier

3. C-Level

4. Dockside 1953

5. Island Prime

6. Oceana Coastal Kitchen

7. Tidal

8. Waterbar San Diego

9. Topsail at Portside Pier

10. Miguel's - Portside Pier

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