Brigantine Coronado

4.5

3227 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

A San Diego tradition since 1969, the Brigantine has received numerous accolades during our 40+ year history: "BEST SEAFOOD", "BEST CASUAL SEAFOOD", "BEST HAPPY HOUR", and even "BEST SWORDFISH IN THE WORLD", according to USA Today - just to name a few.

Well-known for our signature Clam Chowder, Grilled Swordfish & Crème Brûlée, the Brigantine is a favorite among locals for consistently fresh seafood, succulent steaks & grilled meats.

A favorite destination for locals & tourists alike, the Coronado Brigantine is located in the heart of the village, immediately adjacent to the historic Hotel Del Coronado.

Completely remodeled in 2016, the "new" Coronado Brigantine is an elegant adaptation of its former self. The addition of an intimate private dining room, a surround-seating bar and street-side outdoor patio have been equally well-received.

Reserve a table in our Del View Dining Room, or walk-in anytime to our Oyster Bar- no reservation needed!

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Oyster Bar Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri, Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 435-4166
Website
http://www.brigantine.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Sergio Castillo
Catering
Brigantine Custom Catering offers cuisine options from our Brigantine Seafood Restaurants and Miguel's Cocina. From take-out hors d'oeuvres and party platters to full-service dinners with bar, Brigantine Custom Catering will tailor a menu & service package to meet your individual needs. Call Jenny at 619-298-9840.
Private party facilities
Private event areas are available for groups of 20-60 guests. Del View Room - Seating for up to 60 guests. Crown Room - Seating for up to 30 guests. Food & beverage minimums apply for private space. Please contact our group sales representative for current menus & detailed information.

Location
1333 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118
Area
Coronado
Cross Street
Adella Avenue
Parking details
Enjoy free private parking in our restaurant lot, as well as plentiful metered parking on the street for overflow.
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Brig Classic Calamari StripsUS$15.00
Cocktail sauce, jalapeño white sauce
Brig Shrimp Cocktail**US$18.00
Cocktail sauce & horseradish
Crispy Brussels Sprouts**US$16.00
Pork belly, Spanish chorizo, blue cheese & salted caramel
Jumbo Lump Crab CakeUS$21.00
Pan-seared blue crab, white wine mustard, fresh slaw
Crispy Coconut Macadamia ShrimpUS$19.00
Ponzu sauce
Crab & Shrimp Fondue^US$20.00
Crunchy garlic toast
Fresh Steamed Clams^US$20.00
Chorizo, shallots, garlic, lemon grass, red curry-coconut broth & toasted baguette

Soup & Salads

Brig Chowder / Soup of the Day
- BowlUS$11.00
- CupUS$9.00
Brig House Salad**US$12.00
Crisp greens tossed with hearts of palm, dried cranberries, glazed pecans, & crumbled blue cheese vinaigrette
Spinach Salad**US$12.00
Bacon, diced tomato & hard-boiled egg, cider-cottage cheese vinaigrette
Caesar Salad^US$12.00
Chopped romaine tossed in our classic caesar dressing with garlic croutons & parmesan cheese
BLT Wedge Salad**US$12.00
Iceberg wedge, chopped tomato, crumbled bacon, buttermilk blue cheese
Crab & Shrimp Cobb Salad**US$27.00
Shrimp & sweet red crab, sliced avocado, diced egg, tomato, bacon, blue cheese & mixed lettuce tossed in avocado-lime vinaigrette
Chopped Chicken Salad**US$21.00
Red bell pepper, tomato, onion, cucumber, avocado, olives, bacon & mixed lettuce tossed in red wine vinaigrette
Shrimp & Crab Louie Salad**US$27.00
Shrimp, crab, avocado, egg, cucumber, tomato, mixed greens, louie dressing

Entrées

Bottle of Sparkling Wine - time for Bubbles $20

Blackened Salmon**US$27.00
Cremini mushroom, chickpeas, cipollini onion, & roasted red pepper with English pea purée
Macadamia Crusted Mahi^US$26.00
Lemon beurre blanc, parmesan risotto & chef's vegetables
Certified Sterling New York Steak^US$31.00
10oz cut topped with blue cheese-truffle crust, mashed potatoes, garlic French beans & red wine demi glace
Signature Grilled Marinated Swordfish**US$27.00
Avocado lime butter, parmesan risotto & broccolini
Chicken Cordon BleuUS$25.00
Panko breaded, goat cheese & prosciutto stuffing, mashed potatoes, arugula, cherry tomatoes, sherry vinaigrette & roasted garlic parmesan cream sauce
Lobster Tempura TacosUS$28.00
Cucumber-jicama slaw & cilantro remoulade on blue corn tortillas, garlic truffle fries & chef's vegetables
French Dip^US$20.00
Thinly sliced beef, jack cheese, horseradish cream, au jus
Marinated Mahi Mahi Sandwich^US$21.00
Tomato, avocado, lettuce, cilantro aioli
Crab Cake SandwichUS$25.00
Lump blue crab cake, tomato, lettuce, mustard aioli
Wagyu Burger^US$22.00
1/2 lb American wagyu, smoked bacon, wild mushroom confit, caramelized onion, roasted garlic spread, bibb lettuce & aged cheddar, garlic truffle fries

Breakfast

a taste of San Diego

Coconut- Macadamia Crusted French ToastUS$19.00
Maple syrup, mixed berries, two eggs any style, breakfast potatoes, choice of bacon or sausage
Skirt Steak Chilaquiles**US$20.00
Diced skirt steak, hand cut tortilla chips tossed in guajillo-roasted chile sauce, topped with scrambled eggs, sour cream, salsa fresca & cotija cheese
Crab & Shrimp Omelet^US$23.00
Crab, shrimp, spinach, tomatoes, jack cheese, avocado, artichoke & jalapeño white sauce, served with breakfast potatoes
Crab Cake BenedictUS$24.00
Jumbo lump crab, poached eggs & bearnaise sauce, breakfast potatoes
- Classic Eggs BenedictUS$16.00
Coronado Breakfast^US$16.00
Eggs scrambled with cheese, bacon, breakfast potatoes, fresh fruit & biscuit with gravy

What 3,227 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

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Brigantine Coronado offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service," "delicious food," and a "relaxing vibe." Known for its seafood, standout dishes include the swordfish and tempura lobster tacos. The ambience is inviting and the staff attentive, making it a "wonderful place to dine" on Coronado.

3,227 Reviews

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Kate
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great to eat there before church on Christmas Eve. Family joining together for good food and great service makes the holiday special. Our server, Billy, was wonderfulM
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Lee
VIP
Phoenix
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We sat for 15 minutes before our server greeted us and our dinner entrees came out two minutes after our appetizer. We dine here constantly always great and I hope this is not the sign of future experience.
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Melissa
Los Angeles
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My husband and I had had a great dinner. The Brussel sprouts were delicious. Also, I would highly recommend the chicken cordon bleu!!
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Chazlyn
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Monica was a great server’ the chicken cordon blue was delicious! My boyfriend had the coconut shrimp and calamari and loved both! Recommend reservations as it gets busy but worth it!
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Kristen
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Our waiter did an amazing job and accommodated my special request. However, the food was bland and tasteless and not hot. I had high hopes for a tasty meal, but unfortunately, that wasn’t the result.
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Jessica
San Diego
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
We made our reservation online and chose “standard seating” which implies standard seating inside the restaurant. Upon arrival we were escorted to a table outside that was more like a parking lot than an outdoor patio. The hostess was gracious enough to really help us out and was able to at least get us on the front patio which was just ok. It was better but just ok. I wouldn’t have minded so much if it was known that that’s where we were to be seated upon making the reservation. It should definitely be noted on here that if you chose standard seating that that’s where you will be seated. This was only the issue we had. Other than that everything was great as always at the brig! This was our first time at this location and now we know what to expect going forward. Shout out to the hostess for going above and beyond.
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Philip
Tahoe
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Tasty food, prices on high side for dinner, service was good. Bread basket featured mediocre bread.
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Chris
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been going to the Brig for years and it is always a great experience. Highly recommended!
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Yelena
VIP
Sacramento
15 reviews
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on 17 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I dined at Brigantine in Coronado tonight, and while the atmosphere was lovely with a relaxing coastal vibe, the food left much to be desired. The calamari was disappointing — the presentation was unappealing, and the texture was rubbery, making it hard to enjoy. On a brighter note, the crab-stuffed tiger shrimp was flavorful and cooked well. However, the sides of potatoes and steamed vegetables were bland and could’ve used more seasoning like salt and pepper to bring out their flavors. Our server was polite but seemed rushed throughout the evening, making the service feel a bit impersonal. Overall, while the ambiance was pleasant, the food didn’t quite match the restaurant’s reputation. I expected more from such a well-known spot in Coronado.
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heidi
VIP
San Diego
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service from getting seated on time to the check being delivered, despite a very busy evening. Everyone ordered something different, meatless, fish to red meat. All were very generous plates and All delicious.
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FAQs

Brigantine Coronado offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 435-4166.

Brigantine Coronado is rated 4.5 stars by 3227 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

25 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1333 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Adella Avenue
Area
Coronado
Hours of Operation
Oyster Bar Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri, Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Enjoy free private parking in our restaurant lot, as well as plentiful metered parking on the street for overflow.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Sergio Castillo
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.brigantine.com/
Phone number
(619) 435-4166
Catering
Brigantine Custom Catering offers cuisine options from our Brigantine Seafood Restaurants and Miguel's Cocina. From take-out hors d'oeuvres and party platters to full-service dinners with bar, Brigantine Custom Catering will tailor a menu & service package to meet your individual needs. Call Jenny at 619-298-9840.
Private party facilities
Private event areas are available for groups of 20-60 guests. Del View Room - Seating for up to 60 guests. Crown Room - Seating for up to 30 guests. Food & beverage minimums apply for private space. Please contact our group sales representative for current menus & detailed information.

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Brigantine Coronado

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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100 San Diego Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Macadamia Crusted Mahi

Crab & Shrimp Fondue

Crispy Coconut Macadamia Shrimp

Oysters*

Oyster on the Half Shell**

3 Baked Oysters^US$11.50

Oysters Rock^US$24.00

Starters

Brig Classic Calamari StripsUS$15.00

Brig Shrimp Cocktail**US$18.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts**US$16.00

Jumbo Lump Crab CakeUS$21.00

Crispy Coconut Macadamia ShrimpUS$19.00

Crab & Shrimp Fondue^US$20.00

Fresh Steamed Clams^US$20.00

Soup & Salads

Brig Chowder / Soup of the Day

Brig House Salad**US$12.00

Spinach Salad**US$12.00

Caesar Salad^US$12.00

BLT Wedge Salad**US$12.00

Crab & Shrimp Cobb Salad**US$27.00

Chopped Chicken Salad**US$21.00

Shrimp & Crab Louie Salad**US$27.00

Entrées

Blackened Salmon**US$27.00

Macadamia Crusted Mahi^US$26.00

Certified Sterling New York Steak^US$31.00

Signature Grilled Marinated Swordfish**US$27.00

Chicken Cordon BleuUS$25.00

Lobster Tempura TacosUS$28.00

French Dip^US$20.00

Marinated Mahi Mahi Sandwich^US$21.00

Crab Cake SandwichUS$25.00

Wagyu Burger^US$22.00

Breakfast

Coconut- Macadamia Crusted French ToastUS$19.00

Skirt Steak Chilaquiles**US$20.00

Crab & Shrimp Omelet^US$23.00

Crab Cake BenedictUS$24.00

Coronado Breakfast^US$16.00

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