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Saltwater, San Diego, CA

Saltwater

4.3
4.3
584 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for happy hour
The best seafood in all of San Diego is officially in the Gaslamp District! Surround yourself in a stunning and vibrant aura while you and your friends indulge in the best seafood, oysters and caviar that Southern California has to offer! Our deal is simple. You pick the fish from our ice display, specify the weight and how you’d like it cooked, and let our world-class chefs do the rest!

Using this method we can guarantee the highest quality of freshness and can make sure that you receive exactly what you want! We know that we will provide unparalleled freshness, and taste that cannot be beaten! Stop by today and transform your understanding of excellent seafood!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 525-9990
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Vincenzo Lo Verso
  • Catering
    Please give us a call at 619-525-9990, text at 619-892-3506 or email us at events@sandiegodininggroup.com to host your next Private Party!
  • Private party facilities
    Equipped for intimate gatherings (10-12 guests), Saltwater’s private glass-encased wine cellar within the restaurant will provide uninterrupted and exclusive service.With our timeless yacht setting, interior accentuated by mahogany walls and scenic portholes, we will make sure to envelop you in luxury unlike anything you have ever experienced.
  • Area
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Cross Street
    Market Street, 5th St
  • Parking details
    We do have a parking structure near us, called Park it on Market. It is on sixth and market st.
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

  • Taste the luxury of Caviar and Champagne

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in a luxurious experience with a limited offering of a bottle of house Champagne paired with our domestic caviar. The Champagne boasts a complex flavor profile, with notes of citrus and brioche, and a fine mousse that dances on the tongue – a perfect complement to the rich and savory taste of the caviar. This $99 limited-edition pairing presents an opportunity for the most discerning palettes to savor a refined, sophisticated combination of flavors, and to create unforgettable memories.
    Taste the luxury of Caviar and Champagne photo

Offers

  • Thanksgiving is right around the corner!! 🦃🍗

    28 Nov 2024 only
    Sun - Thu - 16:00 - 22:00
    Join us on Thanksgiving day for our A La Carte or Pre-Fix menu for $55 per person. 😍

    Thanksgiving is right around the corner!! 🦃🍗 photo

What 584 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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Saltwater offers a "memorable experience" with exceptional seafood and attentive service. Diners rave about the octopus appetizer and "fabulous lobster bisque." Outdoor seating provides a pleasant atmosphere, while dishes like the Chilean sea bass and scallops are highly praised. Perfect for date nights, this restaurant guarantees a delightful culinary journey.

584 Reviews
  1. michael

    New York City

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and amazing fish. Branzino was one of the best dishes cooked to perfection! Also limoncello cake a great way to finish the meal.

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  2. Cherrylyn

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! I loved the customer service. I will be coming back for sure

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  3. Mark

    Minneapolis

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal with great service Able to accommodate gluten free diet without difficulty!

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  4. Michael

    New York City

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall - great service and food but it’s noisy and the acoustics were bad even in the predicate room. The music volume fluctuated and at low volume the noise level is acceptable.

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  5. Jose

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Ok food, average service and below average cocktails. Maybe we were expecting much more.

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  6. Todd

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was below average, they charge an extra service charge.

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  7. Jackie

    Hertfordshire

    143 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    143 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent menu with exceptional food and very good service

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  8. izabella

    New York City

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, excellent service,we sat outside and it was nice and quiet, but inside was super loud and impossible to hear anything and have a conversation.The Chilean sea bass was the best I’ve ever had in any restaurant, the scallops were super tasty as well.It’s pricey but worth it for the quality of food and service you are getting.The whole experience was wonderful and I would recommend this restaurant if you want to have a great experience!

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  9. Nigel

    Central Coast

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 3 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thomas our waiter was fabulous and the food was also very good . Definitely recommend this restaurant to others

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I did not see that they added a tip for only 5 people and I gave them another tip.

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FAQs

Saltwater is rated 4.3 stars by 584 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Saltwater

565 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101-6913

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Market Street, 5th St
  • Area
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We do have a parking structure near us, called Park it on Market. It is on sixth and market st.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Vincenzo Lo Verso
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (619) 525-9990
  • Catering
    Please give us a call at 619-525-9990, text at 619-892-3506 or email us at events@sandiegodininggroup.com to host your next Private Party!
  • Private party facilities
    Equipped for intimate gatherings (10-12 guests), Saltwater’s private glass-encased wine cellar within the restaurant will provide uninterrupted and exclusive service.With our timeless yacht setting, interior accentuated by mahogany walls and scenic portholes, we will make sure to envelop you in luxury unlike anything you have ever experienced.
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