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Ironside Fish & Oyster, San Diego, CA
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Ironside Fish & Oyster

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$30 and under
Seafood
1654 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
19:00
Booked 118 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Little Italy was built by the fishing industry. Ironside attempts to continue that narrative. It's our contemporary interpretation of the classic fish house and oyster bar. Located in a historic auction house on India St we did a full comprehensive restoration of the building, with three open-air culinary hubs featuring an expansive raw bar, chefs table, and bakery. We tried to be mindful of the past while looking towards the future. Groups of 6 or more will be charged an automatic 20% gratuity. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks.

Ironside is now taking reservations for patio and dining room seating.

We are now offering Happy Hour MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 3:00PM - 5:00PM.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Moira Hill

From the OpenTable editors: Portholes, anchor hooks, and an enormous octopus sculpture—the nautical energy is strong at this seafood giant. Executive chef Danielle Van Steen puts her stamp on highlights like bone marrow with tuna tartare and sesame smoked trout. The sprawling restaurant is set in a former auction house, hinting at San Diego’s maritime past.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 269-3033
  • Website
    http://www.ironsidefishandoyster.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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What 4,666 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Diego

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ironside Fish & Oyster in San Diego delights with its "best oyster happy hour," vibrant atmosphere, and "amazing oysters and fresh ceviche." The cozy yet modern ambience is perfect for any occasion, complemented by attentive service and impressive seafood towers. While some note slow service, the overall experience remains a popular choice.
4,666 Reviews

  1. Sorina

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite places to eat at when I’m in San Diego. It’s consistently great food and amazing service.

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  2. Melba VIP

    Atlanta12 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We ordered the chowder it was cold. Then they gave us another bowl. It was cold. The lobster roll is fantastic. Our intial server could care less about getting the order right. The incoming server was gracious and tried to rectify the situation.

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  3. Kellie VIP

    San Diego22 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Ironside offers a strong start with excellent appetizers and well-crafted cocktails. However, the main courses fell short of expectations. The overall dining experience was impacted by small tables, slow plate clearing, and inconsistent service. Additionally, the noise level made it difficult to hear conversations, which took away from the ambiance.

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  4. Pavel

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food, atmosphere, all towers and wine are good, friendly waiters

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  5. Christina

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks. We loved the atmosphere and will definitely come back again.

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  6. Mike VIP

    Atlanta25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time to dine there— Outstanding!! Oysters were superb. Service top notch.

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  7. Isabella

    San Diego3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 31 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    They changed their happy hour menu which was disappointing

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  8. Ivette

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently visited Ironside and had an absolutely fantastic experience. The ambience was warm and inviting, with a perfect balance of cozy and modern touches that made it ideal for both a casual meal and a special night out. Soft lighting and comfortable seating created a relaxing atmosphere that enhanced the overall dining experience. The food was nothing short of amazing. As for value, it was well worth every penny. Given the quality of both the food and the service, the prices were quite reasonable. Highly recommend!

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  9. Roland

    Orlando9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful and relaxed place for seafood lovers… oysters and shrimp tacos are my favorites

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  10. Todd

    Las Vegas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter, Alex, was awesome and the food too. I had the octopus and we had shrimp as well. Both were prepared to perfection! We’ll definitely be back!!!

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Ironside Fish & Oyster is rated 4.6 stars by 4666 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 118 times today
Google Map for Ironside Fish & Oyster

1654 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Date Street
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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