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Dockside 1953 - Dockside 1953, San Diego, CA
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Dockside 1953

4.6 (659)
$30 and under
Californian
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alejandro Sicairos
  • Private party facilities
    For those special occasions, Dockside 1953 offers group dining accommodations. Our expert staff is dedicated to helping you plan the perfect event – whether it’s a business meeting, anniversary or a birthday celebration.
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Beach
  • Cross street
    W. Mission Bay Drive and Gleason Road
  • Parking details
    We offer free self parking for our guests.
  • Public transit
    MTS Bus stops a few step from the hotel.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Father's Day Dinner

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    Celebrate Dad at Dockside 1953, the Bahia’s premier waterfront restaurant with panoramic views of Mission Bay. Gather the whole family and savor a Prime Rib & Bourbon Dinner feast featuring slow-roasted prime rib with a Bourbon demi glaze. To make the day extra special, dads can pair their dinner with a Signature Smoked Old Fashioned.
    Father's Day Dinner Photo

What 659 people are saying

Dockside 1953 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dockside 1953 offers a "beautiful setting" with "incredible views" of the San Diego waterfront. Guests rave about the "amazing service," particularly from servers like Ethan and Kelley, and the delightful outdoor seating with fire pits. While some find it pricey, the "delicious" food and "relaxing ambiance" make it a "must-visit" spot.
659 Reviews
  1. Jose

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Despite doing a booking and sending them messages. They had not taken any effort despite fancy confirmation over the app. They give us the coldest possible table and ruined my event. The food was nothing fancy the service met expectations. As they got us seated at the table we found the floor had food and we had to have them clean the floor while my wife waited standing beside the chair.
    Dockside 1953Responded today
    Dear Jose, we're really sorry to hear about your recent experience at Dockside 1953. We understand how frustrating it can be when you have plans and things don't go as planned. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you faced with seating arrangements and the floor cleaning. It's certainly not the standard we strive for. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right.

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  2. Sandy

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were very friendly and accommodating and the food was tasty. Relaxing location.
    Dockside 1953Responded today
    Dear Sandy, we're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Dockside 1953! It's wonderful to know that our staff's friendliness and attentiveness contributed positively to your dining experience. We're also glad you enjoyed our tasty food and relaxing atmosphere. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we hope to see you again soon for another relaxing location!

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  3. Andre

    Palm Springs1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Atmosphere is beautiful but the food is subpar and bland
    Dockside 1953Responded today
    Dear Andre, we appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear that our food did not meet your expectations. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we're disappointed to hear that we fell short this time. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our food in the future.

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  4. TJ

    San Diego1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was good, food quality and quantity not worth the price. Better to eat outside the hotel.
    Dockside 1953Responded today
    Dear TJ, thank you for the review. We're sorry to hear that you found our food quality and quantity not up to par. We strive to provide an overall excellent dining experience, and it seems we fell short during your visit. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and exceed your expectations.

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  5. greg

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to celebrate my wife’s birthday. It was everything we could hope for. Took off our shoes and walked on the beach after!
    Dockside 1953Responded on May 22, 2025
    Dear Greg, we're delighted to hear that you chose Dockside 1953 for your wife's birthday celebration! It's always wonderful to know that our guests had a memorable time and enjoyed our food and service. We strive to make special occasions like this even more memorable. We hope to see you again soon for another celebration or any other occasion.

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  6. Steven

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and atmosphere! We sat outside at a fireplace table - vibe and view were amazing. Our service was outstanding as well with Cyana as our server. Delightful experience!
    Dockside 1953Responded on May 9, 2025
    Dear Steven, thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and especially the cozy fireplace table with that beautiful view. It’s great to hear that Cyana helped make your experience outstanding—we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful visit!

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  7. Cynthia

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Dockside was good seafood but I have had better for the expense. Really enjoyed the ambiance. Didn't understand how there were no reservations available after 445pm and when we got there, literally every table available as it wasn't busy (this was a Friday too) at all.
    Dockside 1953Responded on April 22, 2025
    Dear Cynthia, thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the ambiance and appreciate your comments on the seafood. We're sorry to hear the experience didn’t fully meet your expectations, especially regarding the reservation system. We understand how that could be frustrating and will be looking into it to ensure a smoother experience for our guests in the future. We hope you'll consider giving us another try

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  8. Kevin

    Charleston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal. Loved the live music and eating by the fire pit.
    Dockside 1953Responded on April 22, 2025
    Dear Kevin, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your meal, the live music, and the cozy ambiance by the fire pit. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great evening!

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  9. Jose VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good but I don’t think it was worth the price. Very expensive for what you’re getting.
    Dockside 1953Responded on April 16, 2025
    Dear Jose, thank you for dining with us and sharing your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our menu offerings. We apologize that the value did not meet your expectations. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon.

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  10. Debbie

    Orange County21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasty shrimp roll, caesar salad, charred cauliflower and blackened tuna steak. Tiki tempest mocktail was refreshing and not overly sweet. Lovely outdoor patio with heaters.
    Dockside 1953Responded on April 8, 2025
    Dear Debbie, thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the shrimp roll, Caesar salad, charred cauliflower, and blackened tuna steak. It’s also great to know you found the Tiki Tempest mocktail refreshing and just the right level of sweetness. We're happy that you enjoyed the outdoor patio with heaters as well—it’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal. We hope to welcome you back soon for another delightful experience!

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FAQs

Dockside 1953 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 539-7634.

Dockside 1953 is rated 4.6 stars by 659 OpenTable diners.

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

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Experiences are available.
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998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W. Mission Bay Drive and Gleason Road
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We offer free self parking for our guests.
  • Public transit
    MTS Bus stops a few step from the hotel.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alejandro Sicairos
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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