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1. The Grass Skirt
4.7
Exceptional(725)
Price: Expensive
• Polynesian • Pacific Beach
Booked 32 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.
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2. Captain’s Quarters
4.7
Exceptional(64)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Pacific Beach
Booked 26 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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3. World Famous
4.6
Exceptional(1015)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Pacific Beach
Booked 19 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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4. Waterbar San Diego
4.3
Awesome(392)
Price: Moderate
• American • Pacific Beach
Booked 9 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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5. Oceana Coastal Kitchen
4.4
Awesome(1302)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Pacific Beach
Booked 15 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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6. Firehouse American Eatery and Lounge
4.5
Awesome(195)
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.
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7. Pacific Beach Hideaway
4.9
Exceptional(6)
Price: Moderate
• American • Pacific Beach
Booked 5 times today
Hideaway is a beach-town casual kitchen and bar located in Pacific Beach, California. The concept honors the local community, incorporating vintage artifacts, furnishings and artwork that reflect its laidback surf, music and beach culture and history.
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8. Pacific Beach Alehouse
4.4
Awesome(263)
Price: Moderate
• American • Pacific Beach
Booked 1 time today
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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9. Union Kitchen & Tap Pacific Beach
4.6
Exceptional(4)
Price: Expensive
• American • Pacific Beach
Booked 1 time today
At UNION PB, we proudly declare a "Culinary Revolution." Our menus are meticulously crafted to showcase the quality and purity of each ingredient. Our chefs, devoted to their craft, infuse every dish with innovation. Our creative mixologists serve up classic and progressive cocktails, each balanced with a broad spectrum of specially selected spirits and liqueurs. Our emphasis on interesting and artisanal winemakers, along with our showcase of house-made cocktails and craft beers, adds distinguished appeal to your experience. Just a stones throw from Mission Blvd. UNION is more than a dining experience, it is a place where people come together. Join a community dedicated to crafting unforgettable moments and forging lasting connections. Welcome to the heart of UNION Kitchen & Tap.
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10. Cesarina
4.9
Exceptional(5572)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 263 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.

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