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C-Level, San Diego, CA
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C-Level

$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 97 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Resting on stilts atop San Diego By C Level Lounge, is an upscale-casual lounge on the waterfront overlooking the city skyline and Coronado.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Deborah Scott

From the OpenTable editors: Sweeping water views and creative seafood, like everything-crusted ahi and a lobster and fontina BLT, set this bayside charmer apart. Not to mention a shaded patio, complete with heaters and a fireplace, which might be the prettiest outdoor dining space on Harbor Island.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Seafood, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Take Chef Deborah Scott's cuisine to your special event, work function or party. For more details, contact the Catering Sales Team at 619-298-6802 ext 3.
  • Private party facilities
    Host your private event on the C-Level Lanai with breathtaking views of the San Diego Bay and skyline. For parties of 15-30 there is no better location to celebrate your special occasion, work function or family get-together. For pricing and information, contact the Catering Sales Team at 619-298-6802 ext 3.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Harbor Island Dr
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is unavailable at this time.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Celebration Packages

    Feb 25, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
    Celebrate everyday! Personalize your experience for all special occasions.
  • Mother's Day by the Bay

    $99.95 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate Mothers Day by the bay on our beautiful outdoor patio. Enjoy a three-course pre-set menu at C-Level, served from 11am to 8pm on May 11th. Our menu highlights include lobster bisque, center cut filet mignon, herb crusted halibut, lobster, jidori chicken piccata and belgian chocolate mousse cake for dessert. Cost for adults $99.95, $24.95 for children under 12.

What 5,135 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
C-Level offers a spectacular dining experience with "amazing views" of San Diego Bay and a "lively atmosphere." The food consistently receives praise for dishes like the Lobster BLT and seafood pasta. Guests appreciate the attentive service, with mentions of staff "going above and beyond." Despite occasional critiques on specific dishes, the overall experience is described as exceptional, making it a favorite for special occasions.
5,135 Reviews
  1. Veronica VIP

    Los Angeles12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    C-Level was a great spot for a late lunch! There was 6 pf us celebrating my sister’s birthday. Our server was professional and provided excellent service. We all ordered different things to try from fish n’ chips, poke, coconut shrimp, and a wagyu burger and everyone really enjoyed their dishes! The ambience was perfect with views of the San Diego bay. We also enjoyed cocktails, I had a non-alcoholic Chardonnay (so good)!! I highly recommend C-Level for a lunch!!

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  2. Bruce VIP

    San Diego33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    One cannot argue with the setting. Right on the San Diego Bay, picture perfect. The only problem I have with Level C is the menu. I don’t believe it changes very much if at all. This particular visit the serve was very slow, when my meal arrived it was Luke warm at best. Very disappointing. Hopefully it was just one of those days.

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  3. Jeremiah

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I perfect spot for a romantic night out, great views and great food!

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  4. Eli VIP

    Orange County11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    C-Level was the perfect romantic spot for our evening out. The views of downtown San Diego across the water were absolutely stunning, especially at sunset. The atmosphere was relaxed yet upscale, and the service made us feel well taken care of from start to finish. Highly recommend for a date night or special occasion!

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  5. Mary VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was pleasant and very personable. She smiled all the time.

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  6. Pat

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful! Laid back but great service and finest food! Jesse is fantastic and I had a great birthday celebration!

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  7. Kathleen

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have always had a meal here before a flight back home. Especially because I know it will leave a lasting, delightful memory. And today did not disappoint. Beautiful views, great food, outstanding service. Wonderful food for the $$. Really nothing more we could ask for. Always a delight! Thank you!

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  8. Ronald VIP

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A friend and I dined at C Level on a Sunday evening. Valet parking service was available, however, I do not feel it was for advantage of the diner - it was simply to make money. There were empty rows of valet parking while the other parking spaces nearby were literally full. I ordered the Everything Encrusted Ahi, which was very good although the sauce was a bit too sweet, (a 4 out of 5), and my friend ordered the Louie salad. The tiny shrimp virtually had little or no flavor nor did the dressing (I would give it a 2 out of 5). The overall dinner menu offered few options for one desiring seafood. C Level restaurant seems to be more of a casual lunch restaurant rather than for special dinner occasions.

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  9. Richard

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Ease of parking….was seated early for lunch when we arrived. Probably the best table at the outside window. Food was fabulous…I had the seared Ahi Tuna….perfectly cooked substantial portion.

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  10. christin

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    They have a 3oz filet and fries for kids for $12 which made the birthday celebration for my daughter even more perfect. The lobster bisque always perfect with the grilled bread to accompany it.

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FAQs

C-Level offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 298-6802.

C-Level is rated 4.7 stars by 5135 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 97 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for C-Level

880 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Harbor Island Dr
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Seafood, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is unavailable at this time.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Take Chef Deborah Scott's cuisine to your special event, work function or party. For more details, contact the Catering Sales Team at 619-298-6802 ext 3.
  • Private party facilities
    Host your private event on the C-Level Lanai with breathtaking views of the San Diego Bay and skyline. For parties of 15-30 there is no better location to celebrate your special occasion, work function or family get-together. For pricing and information, contact the Catering Sales Team at 619-298-6802 ext 3.
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