Best Waterfront Restaurants in Kearny Mesa

18 restaurants available nearby

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1. Roy's San Diego Waterfront

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 28 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. Peohe's - Coronado Waterfront Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(8742)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Coronado

Booked 59 times today

Peohe's - Coronado Waterfront Restaurant is located on Coronado Island, offering spectacular waterfront views of the San Diego Skyline. Reviews often mention the 'waterfront dining', 'beautiful location looking at the City lights over the water', and 'great water views'. It's clear that this restaurant is a popular spot for a relaxing waterfront dining experience, with a variety of seafood and other dishes inspired by the island.

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3. Brigantine at Portside Pier

4.7

Exceptional(4178)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 96 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.

4. Edgewater Grill

4.4

Awesome(1342)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 24 times today

Edgewater Grill is located in Seaport Village, on downtown San Diego's Bay. We have one of the finest waterfront views in San Diego! Spanning the length of the restaurant are outdoor patios where guests can enjoy an unobstructed view of the Coronado Bridge and Island.

5. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(4861)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 80 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.

6. Island Prime

4.6

Exceptional(8308)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 60 times today

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

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7. Oceana Coastal Kitchen

4.4

Awesome(1299)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pacific Beach

Booked 7 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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8. Eddie V's - La Jolla

4.9

Exceptional(5582)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • La Jolla

Booked 70 times today

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic creative cocktails and enjoy signature appetizers.

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9. Waterbar San Diego

4.4

Awesome(387)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pacific Beach

Booked 12 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.

10. Dockside 1953

4.4

Awesome(593)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Mission Beach

Booked 18 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.

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BENvip
San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing views of the bay and waterfront skyline. Surprisingly delectable seafood entrees as commented among my group of 5 with different seafood orders. But more surprising was the remarkably inexpensive price points for such quality dishes. Will definitely revisit on every trip to San Diego.
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Brigantine at Portside PierPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.7
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Christinevip
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great service and wonderful atmosphere. We enjoy holding our family celebrations here and today we had a nice celebration of my husband's birthday. Thomas our server was excellent.
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Peohe's - Coronado Waterfront RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Coronado
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4.5
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Cindy
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Two friends flew in from out of town & I suggested we try C Level. Neither had been before. It was a sunny gorgeous day & we sat out on the patio. The service was impeccable and the food was delicious. We ordered the lobster Mac & cheese, fish & chips & shrimp & crab Louie salad. Everything was fresh & flavorful. They loved our lunch & would highly recommend it.
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C-LevelPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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4.7
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CherylNvip
Las Vegas •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Much was fantastic. We had not been to Roys in awhile. It is one of our favorite restaurants. We no longer have one close to where we live. It was nice to enjoy their food again
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Roy's San Diego WaterfrontPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.3
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Terri Lynnevip
San Francisco Bay Area •22 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
The view was beautiful. The food was great but it was the staff that was truly phenomenal. Very kind and accommodating. I would choose it again.
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Edgewater GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.4

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Roy's San Diego Waterfront

2. Peohe's - Coronado Waterfront Restaurant

3. Brigantine at Portside Pier

4. Edgewater Grill

5. C-Level

6. Island Prime

7. Oceana Coastal Kitchen

8. Eddie V's - La Jolla

9. Waterbar San Diego

10. Dockside 1953

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