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Roy's San Diego Waterfront, San Diego, CA

Roy's San Diego Waterfront

4.3
4.3
3636 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Blending classic techniques with adventurous Pacific Rim flavors, culinary pioneer Roy Yamaguchi created an entirely new approach to fine dining. The first Roy's opened in Honolulu in 1988 and we've spread our warm hospitality and passion for innovative and creative cuisine around the world ever since. Indulge in one of our spectacular cocktails or choose a glass from our award-winning wine list while you discover the fresh ingredients and outstanding seafood, expertly prepared by our local chefs that made us famous. We invite you to join us at Roy's Downtown San Diego located on the water at the Marriott Hotel and Marina, featuring a dining room overlooking the marina, or patio dining just steps from the water.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm Bar Mon–Wed 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Thu 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Thu 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 239-7697
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Overlooking the stunning marina, Roy’s San Diego Waterfront is conveniently located at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Downtown San Diego, a short walk from the San Diego Convention Center, Manchester Grand Hyatt and most major hotels. Private and semi-private space is available for lunch and dinner for 20 - 600
  • Private party contact
    Elizabeth Spencer: (619) 239-7697
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    1st Avenue
  • Parking details
    For valued guests of Roy's with our partial validation; Marriott Valet Park: $20 for first 3 hours, $7 each hour thereafter. Marriott Self-park $15 for first 3 hours, $7 each hour thereafter.
  • Public transit
    MTS Trolley stop across the street enar the Convention Center & Marriott Hotel & Marina
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 3,636 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Roy's San Diego Waterfront is renowned for its "wonderful" food and stunning waterfront views. Guests often praise the attentive service from standout staff like Zach and Kristen. However, recent experiences highlight slower service times during peak periods. Despite occasional delays, the "delicious" cuisine and picturesque setting make it a sought-after dining destination.

3,636 Reviews
  1. Sarah

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Cami highly recommended the ribs and wagyu sushi rolls and appetizer and they were delicious. We had the four fish combo platter and the salmon was very good as well as the butter fish. We did not care for the fish of the day and the macadamia nut fish. We ordered the old-fashioned and it didn’t taste like we thought it should and then I ask a server to see what kind of bourbon it was and it was Jim Beam, which was very surprising in a restaurant of this caliber. They had bottom shelf bourbon. I was a little suspicious on the menu when it only said bourbon because typically it would say the actual brand. The maitai was OK although I’ve had much better. Cami, our server, was very attentive and professional and cheerful. The bus boy was very nice, however, he often would come by to take our plates while we were still eating. However, we didn’t have much food on our plates when he was coming by to take them. We appreciate that he was very attentive, but we would have preferred if he was quite clear that we had finished eating before picking up our plates. The pineapple upside down cake was very delicious and we would definitely order that again. 

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  2. CherylN

    Las Vegas

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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  3. Mary Kate

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food took over an hour to come out after we ordered. Tables around us that ordered after were served entrees before we were. Something happened in the kitchen or our server forgot to enter our order.

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  4. Ann

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely night to sit outside bayside for dinner. Josh was our server and he was very attentive. I had not eaten at Roy's for many, many years and I was so delighted by the great meal. I had the Sea Bass and it was so tasty, cooked perfectly and I did not leave a crumb on my plate. I asked for a Wedge to share and they arrived split in half which is always so nice. The only issue that I had was when my cocktail arrived, the glass was not clean, a bit a lipstick remained and Josh immediately took that back and brought me a fresh drink. Other than that, it was a delicious meal.

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  5. Amy

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic food and service for business dinner. Excellent

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  6. Steve

    Louisville

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It had been a while since I had seen snapper on the menu, and it was worth the wait. Excellent.

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  7. Dennis

    San Diego

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I felt we were paying for "location, location, location. It is certainly a beautiful setting but I found the food to be B-/ C+. First time I ever had to use a knife to eat sea bass. Only one wine decanter in the entire restaurant. Service was A-. I expected much higher level of experience for the price we paid.

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  8. Nikkij

    Central Coast

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing. Literally everything was so good!

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  9. Brad

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Roy's always delivers. Great fresh seafood preapred with flavor. Service is exceptional. Try the butterfish!
    Roy's San Diego WaterfrontResponded on November 11, 2024
    Mahalo Brad!

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  10. Andy

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was incredible. Food was great as well, glad we tried it out.

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FAQs

Roy's San Diego Waterfront offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 239-7697.

Roy's San Diego Waterfront is rated 4.3 stars by 3636 OpenTable diners.

Roy's San Diego Waterfront does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Roy's San Diego Waterfront

333 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    1st Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm Bar Mon–Wed 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Thu 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Thu 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    For valued guests of Roy's with our partial validation; Marriott Valet Park: $20 for first 3 hours, $7 each hour thereafter. Marriott Self-park $15 for first 3 hours, $7 each hour thereafter.
  • Public transit
    MTS Trolley stop across the street enar the Convention Center & Marriott Hotel & Marina
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 239-7697
  • Private party facilities
    Overlooking the stunning marina, Roy’s San Diego Waterfront is conveniently located at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Downtown San Diego, a short walk from the San Diego Convention Center, Manchester Grand Hyatt and most major hotels. Private and semi-private space is available for lunch and dinner for 20 - 600
  • Private party contact
    Elizabeth Spencer: (619) 239-7697
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