Restaurants near Pacific Paradise at San Diego

88 restaurants available nearby

1. The Grass Skirt

4.6

Exceptional(705)

Price: Expensive

• Polynesian • Pacific Beach

Booked 73 times today

From beverage director Eric Johnson love of tiki cocktails, to corporate executive chef Brian Redzikowski’s mastery of southeast asian cuisine, the grass skirt combines the fun, lighthearted, escapist nature of tiki culture, with the creativity and unsurpassed food and beverage quality guests have come to expect from SDCM restaurants.

2. World Famous

4.6

Exceptional(999)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Pacific Beach

Booked 29 times today

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.

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3. Captain’s Quarters

4.7

Exceptional(55)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Pacific Beach

Booked 43 times today

Inspired by the literal “captain’s quarters” of 17th century ships, guests will be transported to a luxurious and moody adventure on the high seas. Captain’s Quarters will feature a star cocktail list devoted to various explorations in gin cocktails. For non gin lovers, Beverage Director, Eric Johnson has put his innovative twist on various cocktails concocted with Rum, Mezcal, Bourbon, Tequila and Vodka as well as a small beer and wine selection. In addition to fine spirits, SDCM Executive Chef, Brian Redzikowski has put together an adventurous yet approachable menu which will range from elevated tidbits such as Manchego-Prosciutto “Sandwiches”, Burrata Donuts & Papa's Braves to more substantial fare including Captains Quarters own Double Double. Captain's Quarters kitchen closes at 10PM. Walk in's only after 10PM for Beverage Service. Walk-ins available for Dinner Service based on availability but Reservations Recommended.

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4. Oceana Coastal Kitchen

4.4

Awesome(1299)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pacific Beach

Booked 8 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.”

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5. Pacific Beach Alehouse

4.4

Awesome(263)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pacific Beach

With handcrafted beer, eclectic menu, friendly service, and a lodge-like ambiance, Pacific Beach Alehouse is anything but ordinary. Dining Out magazine calls us "a world class microbrewery and restaurant," and "a destination for beer aficionados, tourists, and locals. We offer a wide variety of savory handcrafted burgers, flatbreads, and signature dishes. We feature four separate dining areas, each with its own unique atmosphere. You can sip a cold refreshing beer on our Sky Deck while enjoying the unparalleled views of Crystal Pier and the Pacific Ocean, or you can cozy up to the fire pit on our patio. Inside you can relax with your friends at our tables adjacent to our microbrewery. We offer free Wifi. We accept online reservations for groups of 6-12 guests. Reservations for 12+ people, please call the restaurant to book. We do not guarantee seating on the Sky Deck, but may request it as a preference.

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6. Waterbar San Diego

4.4

Awesome(387)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pacific Beach

Booked 6 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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7. Firehouse American Eatery and Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(193)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pacific Beach

Booked 3 times today

FIREHOUSE restaurant, at the forefront of upscale-beach dining, sits in the heart of Pacific Beach. Wedged between local Fire Station 21 and Ocean Walk, FIREHOUSE offers an eclectic compilation of classic American dishes and beach side, craft cocktails. FIREHOUSE maintains its iconic patio with the signature fire pit and 4 private seating cabanas. A retractable awning provides shade on hot days and warmth in the winter for all our ocean-view dining tables.

8. Cesarina

4.9

Exceptional(5495)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 171 times today

Cesarina is a grandmother, a mother, a daughter—our personification of a nurturer who feeds and cares for her community. From meticulous attention to detail and fresh ingredients to the warm and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant is a celebration of the power of food and family.

9. Moe's

4.7

Exceptional(554)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Mission Bay

Booked 5 times today

Moe's is bringing the timeless steakhouse restaurant back to Mission Beach. Paying homage to our iconic home, guests will love the see this San Diego staple brought back to her former glory ... with a few surprises, of course.Moe's in Mission Beach is now open for dinner 7 days a week. Reservations strongly recommended. Open seating in the bar.

10. The Fishery

4.7

Exceptional(3060)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pacific Beach

Booked 41 times today

BEHIND EVERY GREAT SEAFOOD RESTAURANT IS A WAREHOUSE STOCKED WITH FRESH SEAFOOD. The Fishery Restaurant & Market is located just a few blocks from the ocean in North Pacific Beach. The restaurant menu reflects ‘coastal cuisine’ with a simple yet serious focus on the best our coastal fisheries and local farms have to offer. The passion that drives Chef Mike Reidy is evidenced by flavors that can only be achieved using ingredients at their peak of seasonality and freshness. The Fishery was awarded the prestigious Award of Excellence for its Wine List from Wine Spectator in 2018- Present. Our wine list is inspired by the great wines of Europe and their American counterparts and we strive to showcase real, natural, food friendly-wines with a sense of place.The Fishery Market showcases fresh fish, prepared seafood, salads, sauces and marinades.

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Laura
San Diego •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fun night getting into the holiday spirit! The holiday decorations were awesome and our server was amazing.
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The Grass SkirtPrice: Expensive• Polynesian• Pacific Beach
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4.6
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Sheri
San Diego •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I’d pass on the fried pickles next time, but overall during the holidays this was such a treat
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Captain’s QuartersPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Pacific Beach
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4.7
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arelis
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 30, 2024
Delicious sashimi, lava rolls & fresh oysters. Excellent service. Very friendly & welcoming
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Oceana Coastal KitchenPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Pacific Beach
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4.4
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Stefanie
San Diego •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2024
Our server was excellent, personable and new when to come over. We had a party of 7 and everyone received their food at the same time! I highly recommend the turkey melt.
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Pacific Beach AlehousePrice: Moderate• American• Pacific Beach
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4.4
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Deborahvip
San Diego •19 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
My only complaint is that when we arrived at 6:30 it was so noisy that we could not hear each other talk . The noise died down by around 8:00 .
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Waterbar San DiegoPrice: Moderate• American• Pacific Beach
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4.4

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1. The Grass Skirt

2. World Famous

3. Captain’s Quarters

4. Oceana Coastal Kitchen

5. Pacific Beach Alehouse

6. Waterbar San Diego

7. Firehouse American Eatery and Lounge

8. Cesarina

9. Moe's

10. The Fishery

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