Best Casual Restaurants in Mission Bay

142 restaurants available nearby

1. Tidal

4.5

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Mission Bay

Booked 9 times today

Join us at our Tidal Waterfront Restaurant for a seafood focused Sothern California dinning experience! Enjoy locally sourced ingredients and beautiful views on our outdoor Tidal Deck or pick up dinner and take it with you back to your bungalow guest room.For parties of 13 or more please visit our website www.tidalsd.com

2. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(4907)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 98 times today

Resting on stilts atop San Diego By C Level Lounge, is an upscale-casual lounge on the waterfront overlooking the city skyline and Coronado.

3. The Grass Skirt

4.7

Exceptional(714)

Price: Expensive

• Polynesian • Pacific Beach

Booked 44 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.

4. Elvira

4.9

Exceptional(414)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 45 times today

Benvenuti Nella Mia Cucina, Belli De Nonna! Before we dive into the delicious feast prepared for you, let me give you a little taste of my vita. I was born in the heart of Rome, and I've been cooking up a storm my entire life! My cucina has always been the center of the universe for my 3 daughters, 5 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, their friends, loved ones, and acquaintances – everyone was always Benvenuto!Now, we've brought that same love and flavor right here to San Diego. My beloved grandson, Niccolo', and his amore, Cesarina, are opening the doors of my Cucina with the same warm heart and passion.Wondering how I made it to 95? Well, it's simple: I ate everything that's served here and filled my life with amore! So, Benvenuti! Don't hesitate to indulge in "Scarpetta" - dip that bread into the sauce, just like my grandchildren used to do at the stove when they thought I wasn't looking.Here, Belli De Nonna, it’s all about food, family, and creating beautiful memories!

5. Dockside 1953

4.4

Awesome(608)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Mission Beach

Booked 15 times today

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.

6. Paradisaea

4.7

Exceptional(563)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • La Jolla

Booked 11 times today

A celebration of food, cocktails, art, and warm hospitality. Housed in the historic Piano Building, in the heart of the vibrant community of Bird Rock, Paradisaea is a destination restaurant and bar, that San Diegans frequent for crave-able, accessible fare, executed at the highest level.

7. Draft

3.9

Excellent(124)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Mission Bay

Booked 17 times today

Located directly on the Mission Beach boardwalk, Draft Restaurant is serving up 54 beers on tap pairing the surf and sand with a wide variety of craft beers. But the appeal doesn’t stop at the #brewsandviews; Come hungry and experience a fresh take on beachside dining featuring casual, handcrafted fare from Executive Chef Luis Romero.

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8. Miss B's Coconut Club

4.7

Exceptional(118)

Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Mission Beach

Booked 3 times today

What you’ll find here is classic, Caribbean-inspired American food with tiki flair. Cubano Roasted Pork, Jerk Chicken and Coconut Shrimp are in synch with the mambo rhythm of your appetite, and our house-ground burger is one like you won’t find anywhere in town. Jumbo Coconut Shrimp and a list of Street Cart items will have you coming back to try them all, whether you order something “to go” from our walk-up counter, stay to eat on our spacious outdoor patio, or take a seat inside.Coconut Club’s décor evokes a celebration of Mission Beach’s nautical and maritime past, which takes form as an inspired interpretation of a 30’s-style sailor tiki club. Rum is the star here, and has a leading role in our creative list of grownup cocktails, which includes shareable, tiki-inspired punches and bowls to drum up conversations and generate a buzz. Coconut Club is also a purveyor of fuel that fires the craft beer frenzy, with 20 local and microbrew tap handles.

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9. La Dolce Vita Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(1118)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 16 times today

La Dolce Vita is located in a European courtyard setting at International Shops off Prospect St. Loyal to its name La Dolce Vita (The Sweet Life), is a place to sit back and relax in our cozy and romantic indoor dining room or our charming outdoor patio to enjoy a hearty meal along with a bottle of wine while listening to Italian tunes. We serve genuine Italian cuisine in a fine dining setting at affordable prices.

10. Moe's

4.7

Exceptional(558)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Mission Bay

Booked 13 times today

Moe's is bringing the timeless steakhouse restaurant back to Mission Beach. Paying homage to our iconic home, guests will love the see this San Diego staple brought back to her former glory ... with a few surprises, of course.Moe's in Mission Beach is now open for dinner 7 days a week. Reservations strongly recommended. Open seating in the bar.

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patrickcVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •12 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Great time - Sippin’ Santa event was going on. Great staff, fun environment. Overall, we had a great time.
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The Grass SkirtPrice: Expensive• Polynesian• Pacific Beach
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4.7
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Chelsea
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
4.0
Dined today
The food and service were great, the restaurant itself is lovely.the wine was delightful. The music was not great and too loud. Recommend surveying the crowd/average age/ vibes before choosing Italian pop music at Christmas.
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ElviraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
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4.9
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Hugo
Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We decided to visit the restaurant during a tour of Mission Bay and it was a very good decision. The restaurant is beautiful, the staff very friendly and attentive and the food delicious. We loved it.
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Dockside 1953Price: Moderate• Californian• Mission Beach
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4.4
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MichelleVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
First time at C-level for a date night! We sat outside at table right next to water. The heaters made it comfortable and it was a beautiful view of the harbor! The server was great-perfect suggestions and attentive at the appropriate times. We had the oysters, artichoke fritters, wedge BLT, and filet. Then, the brownie sundae for dessert! It was all delicious! I will go back for the wedge BLT and sundae alone! It was a great dinner and would defintely recommend!
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C-LevelPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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4.7
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Elizabeth
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
Staff was excellent! Our server Caitlin was a gem, she was so kind and attentive to us. We give her a A+++++ all the way. She made our night!
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TidalPrice: Very Expensive• American• Mission Bay
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4.5

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142 restaurants available nearby

1. Tidal

2. C-Level

3. The Grass Skirt

4. Elvira

5. Dockside 1953

6. Paradisaea

7. Draft

8. Miss B's Coconut Club

9. La Dolce Vita Ristorante

10. Moe's

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