Pacifica Del Mar

4.5

4854 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views

Perched atop the Del Mar Plaza in the heart of the Village, Pacifica Del Mar has remained a local gem for years as one of the neighborhood’s most sought-after places to dine, wine and gather with friends and family. Their menu showcases casual and inspired fare - like fresh seafood, steak and pasta - complimented by an award-winning wine list and creative cocktails.

Whether you choose to dine on their cozy ocean view patio, or join them in our vibrant dining room or bar, their warm service and great food and drink will provide a memorable dining experience.

We look forward to seeing you at Pacifica Del Mar. Please note that in an effort to give our staff enough time to turn over and sanitize tables between diners, reservations will be limited to an hour and a half for parties of 4 or less, and 2 hours for parties 5+. We thank you for understanding and helping us keep things safe for you.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Californian, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(858) 792-0476
Website
http://www.pacificadelmar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chris Idso
Catering
Pacifica Del Mar is able to bring its award winning cuisine to you. We can create a special menu for you and your guests.
Private party facilities
Pacifica Del Mar has five unique spaces available for private parties. Our restaurant has a beautiful ocean view, fine dining atmosphere, and can accommodate from 12 to 200 for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Private party contact
Stacey White: (858) 792-0476

Location
1555 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
Area
Del Mar
Cross Street
15th Street
Parking details
Three levels of parking available underneath the restaurant with optional valet.
Public transit
Across the street on Camino Del Mar
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

LOCAL YELLOWTAIL CRUDOUS$20.00
aguachile salsa | pickled red onions | avocado | tortilla disks | chilli oil
LEMONGRASS POACHED SHRIMPUS$22.00
5 jumbo shrimp | lemon oil | cocktail sauce
TUNA POKE NACHOSUS$23.00
serrano peppers | avocado | spicy mayo mango | wanton chips
OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELLUS$24.00
cucumber champagne mignonette | cocktail sauce

Small Plates

WARM OLIVE SOURDOUGH 1/4 LOAFUS$3.00
sea salt butter
MULLIGATAWNY SOUPUS$13.00
curry | chicken | carrots | celery | onions wild rice
MIXED GREENS SALADUS$11.00
dried cranberries | walnuts | blue cheese | cider-mustard vinaigrette
CAESAR SALADUS$11.00
baby lettuces | ciabatta crisp | shaved parmesan classic dressing
BLUE LUMP CRAB CAKEUS$23.00
remoulade | seasonal vegetable salad | yuzu vinaigrette
CRISPY CALAMARIUS$20.00
cherry peppers | red pepper aioli vietnamese dipping sauce
STEAMED MUSSELSUS$20.00
thai red curry coconut broth | cilantro | basil

Seafood

SUGAR-SPICED SALMONUS$42.00
chinese beans, garlic mashed potatoes mustard sauce
PAN ROASTED ALASKAN HALIBUTUS$47.00
soy glaze | sticky rice, green curry-coconut sauce, bok choy
SESAME CRUSTED AHIUS$42.00
glazed carrots | sushi rice cake ginger-soy butter, shiitake
CATCH OF THE DAYUS$40.00
parmesan and panko crusted | mushroom risotto pea puree | pickled mushrooms
SEARED DIVER SCALLOPSUS$42.00
roasted fall vetetables | butternut squash puree | mascarpone polenta | pepita pomegranate gremolata
GEMELLI PRAWN PASTAUS$36.00
sambuca fennel cream | guanciale | cherry tomatoes | parmesan cheese
SPANISH SEAFOOD STEWUS$36.00
clams | mussels | shrimp | white fish | piquillo-saffron broth | white beans | spanish chorizo | french bread

Vegetarian

VEGETABLE THAI CURRYUS$28.00
assorted vegetables | sticky rice | green coconut-curry sauce

Meat

BRAISED SHORT RIBSUS$43.00
brown butter parsnip puree | garlic spinach
ROASTED HALF CHICKENUS$34.00
honey roasted rutabaga | ham hock braised greens | mustard demi
GRILLED 7OZ FILET MIGNONUS$53.00
potato and smoked gouda croquette | charred persimmon | broccolini | port wine sauce
STEAK FRITESUS$29.00
asian marinated flat iron | french fries | sesame cilantro chimichurri | citrus salad | miso aioli
HALF POUND BURGERUS$25.00
2 special blend patties | american cheese

Sides

all $12

CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUTSUS$15.00
truffle honey | feta cheese
ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES
GARLIC SAUTÉED BROCCOLINI
SAUTÉED SAVOY SPINACH
garlic, toasted sesame
CHINESE BEANS
black bean sauce

Dessert

HOUSEMADE BREAD PUDDINGUS$10.00
served with vanilla bean ice cream ask your server for today's flavor
PACIFICA'S BURNT CREAMUS$9.00
the restaurant's original recipe...
DAILY SORBETUS$8.00
shortbread cookie
MOCHA SEMIFREDDOUS$10.00
dark chocolate custard | white chocolate-espresso mousse

What 4,854 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
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

North San Diego
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pacifica Del Mar offers stunning ocean views that make it a favorite spot for special occasions. Guests rave about the "great service" and "amazing views." While the seafood dishes are often praised, some diners find the food inconsistent. The patio dining experience is particularly cherished for its ambiance and picturesque sunsets.

4,854 Reviews

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Ben
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was so good. Everything from the bread and butter to the halibut and steak frites was amazing. Service was fast and very attentive.
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Grace
Phoenix
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We were there for Christmas dinner which was prix fixe. There were 2 of us and we had the filet mignon and turkey dinners. The filet was a perfect medium. However the turkey was overly salty, so much that both of our tongues were tingling after the 1st bite. However the inside cut of the turkey was ok so there was some kind of excess salt application to the outer part. Also they ran out of the soup and the creme brulee I wanted. I settled for a beet salad which was very good, and a pecan tart which I didn't particularly like. The bus boy walked past our table 3x ... I think normally that job is to look for tables to clear and replenish water or non-alcoholic drinks. If it's not his job then no one checked on our drinks, as I had to flag the bus boy down to refill my ice tea upon him passing our table a 4th time. Our waiter was very pleasant and friendly, but we waited a bit too long to get our bill as we were literally the last ones to leave the restaurant -- staff was already stacking chairs and removing table linen when we finally got our bill. Overall experience was Ok and we had a very nice table with view. But staff could have been a tad more attentive and better prepared with food inventory when offering prix fixe menu.
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Dyann
San Diego
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a beautiful Christmas dinner at Pacifica Del Mar. The price fixe menu was delicious and varied. It was warm , cozy, festive, and a perfect place for a Christmas dining experience.
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Nicole
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Could not have asked for a better Christmas dinner! Watching the sunset, with great food and drinks! 10/10 recommend. We are going to come back for the normal menus because the Christmas choices were amazing!
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Kevin
VIP
Las Vegas
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Service was uncharacteristically very slow. Granted it was Xmas Eve but we were there an hour before our appetizer came up. We’ve been here well over 50 times so I’m hopeful it was an anomaly
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LeslieC
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful evening over looking the sunset. The Baja oysters as appetizer was delicious, as were our entrees of fish.
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Jeff
VIP
San Diego
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Salmon and halibut were overcooked. Expect better from a fish house.
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Adam
San Diego
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ambience perfect. Great service. Found the food crab cake to have too much breading and the curry sauce for the halibut too salty; fish was a bit over cooked as well.
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MaryLou5
VIP
San Diego
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our dinner was delicious last night! The salmon dish was Made gluten free for two of us, and was outstanding! Eating on the patio was warm and inviting, despite cooler temperatures. In addition, our waiter Coup was very attentive and friendly. Just the right place to be during the holidays.
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Robert
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Gabriella was amazing! She was very attentive and he
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FAQs

Pacifica Del Mar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 792-0476.

Pacifica Del Mar is rated 4.5 stars by 4854 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1555 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014

Additional information

Cross Street
15th Street
Area
Del Mar
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Californian, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Three levels of parking available underneath the restaurant with optional valet.
Public transit
Across the street on Camino Del Mar
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chris Idso
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.pacificadelmar.com/
Phone number
(858) 792-0476
Catering
Pacifica Del Mar is able to bring its award winning cuisine to you. We can create a special menu for you and your guests.
Private party facilities
Pacifica Del Mar has five unique spaces available for private parties. Our restaurant has a beautiful ocean view, fine dining atmosphere, and can accommodate from 12 to 200 for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Private party contact
Stacey White: (858) 792-0476

Pacifica Del Mar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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STEAMED MUSSELS

BAJA SALAD

AHI SALAD

Chilled Seafood

LOCAL YELLOWTAIL CRUDOUS$20.00

LEMONGRASS POACHED SHRIMPUS$22.00

TUNA POKE NACHOSUS$23.00

OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELLUS$24.00

Small Plates

WARM OLIVE SOURDOUGH 1/4 LOAFUS$3.00

MULLIGATAWNY SOUPUS$13.00

MIXED GREENS SALADUS$11.00

CAESAR SALADUS$11.00

BLUE LUMP CRAB CAKEUS$23.00

CRISPY CALAMARIUS$20.00

STEAMED MUSSELSUS$20.00

Seafood

SUGAR-SPICED SALMONUS$42.00

PAN ROASTED ALASKAN HALIBUTUS$47.00

SESAME CRUSTED AHIUS$42.00

CATCH OF THE DAYUS$40.00

SEARED DIVER SCALLOPSUS$42.00

GEMELLI PRAWN PASTAUS$36.00

SPANISH SEAFOOD STEWUS$36.00

Vegetarian

VEGETABLE THAI CURRYUS$28.00

Meat

BRAISED SHORT RIBSUS$43.00

ROASTED HALF CHICKENUS$34.00

GRILLED 7OZ FILET MIGNONUS$53.00

STEAK FRITESUS$29.00

HALF POUND BURGERUS$25.00

Sides

CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUTSUS$15.00

ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

GARLIC SAUTÉED BROCCOLINI

SAUTÉED SAVOY SPINACH

CHINESE BEANS

Dessert

HOUSEMADE BREAD PUDDINGUS$10.00

PACIFICA'S BURNT CREAMUS$9.00

DAILY SORBETUS$8.00

MOCHA SEMIFREDDOUS$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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