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Diners' Choice: Seafood restaurants in San Diego

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Updated 05 November 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Seafood cuisine in San Diego? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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Eddie V's - Seaport District
4.8
4.8 (3895)
$50 and over
Seafood
Downtown / Gaslamp
About the restaurant
Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.
Top review
Alexvip
Dined today
Crystal is the best server and we always have the best experience with her!
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Popular dish
Chilean Sea Bass
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Popular dish
Two Crab-Stuffed Jumbo Gulf Shrimp
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Yellowtail Sashimi
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Eddie V's - La Jolla
4.9
4.9 (5584)
$50 and over
Seafood
La Jolla
About the restaurant
Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic creative cocktails and enjoy signature appetizers.
Top review
Anthonyvip
Dined 3 days ago
This is a great place. The food and service are always top notch, and the La Jolla location is off the charts.
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10 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon
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Point Judith Calamari
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Popular dish
Chilean Sea Bass
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Brigantine La Mesa
4.8
4.8 (4148)
$30 and under
Seafood
La Mesa
About the restaurant
A San Diego tradition since 1969, the Brigantine has received many accolades in 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, and Crème Brûlée, the Brigantine is a favorite among locals for consistently fresh seafood, succulent steaks and grilled meats.



With an updated nautical decor, the busy Oyster bar is hands-down the local favorite. Lush flowering foliage outdoors creates an elegant dining experience on one of two charming patios.



The La Mesa Brigantine serves dinner 7 nights a week, lunch Monday-Saturday, and brunch every Sunday.



Join us for our signature Happy Hour.
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Yuki
Dined 2 days ago
Great place to dine! The other sites are equally great!!!
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Blackened Salmon
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Poseidon
4.8
4.8 (5562)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Del Mar
About the restaurant
The minute you walk into Poseidon, you’ll be swept by the fabulous view. You couldn’t be closer to the sand and the beach than sitting at Poseidon on their beautiful outdoor patio. With such a spectacular ocean view, you’ll experience breathtaking sunsets and during the right season even catch a glimpse of the whales migrating up or down the coast. The bar offers a large circular firepit, which is nice on those chilly fall or winter nights. Off to the side of the bar is a split level dining room offering every table a panoramic view of the beach and the ocean. For decades, Poseidon has delighted both local San Diegans and the tourists that love the beach.
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Dawn
Dined 2 days ago
We sat outside where it was an absolutely beautiful day able to watch the ocean waves roll in. Our waitress, Tiffany, was incredibly hospitable and offered suggestions from the menu. The house salad with lemon vinagrette was a lovely starter. The Shrimp and Crab Linguini was beautiful in its presentation and absolutely delicious!! Both went well with the Sauvignon Blanc that was ordered. I can't wait to return here!
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GF Seafood Platter
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Popular dish
Chilean Sea Bass (MSC)
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Popular dish
Maine Diver Scallops
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The Fishery
4.7
4.7 (3046)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Pacific Beach
About the restaurant
BEHIND EVERY GREAT SEAFOOD RESTAURANT IS A WAREHOUSE STOCKED WITH FRESH SEAFOOD.
The Fishery Restaurant & Market is located just a few blocks from the ocean in North Pacific Beach.
The restaurant menu reflects ‘coastal cuisine’ with a simple yet serious focus on the best our coastal fisheries and local farms have to offer. The passion that drives Chef Mike Reidy is evidenced by flavors that can only be achieved using ingredients at their peak of seasonality and freshness.
The Fishery was awarded the prestigious Award of Excellence for its Wine List from Wine Spectator in 2018- Present. Our wine list is inspired by the great wines of Europe and their American counterparts and we strive to showcase real, natural, food friendly-wines with a sense of place.

The Fishery Market showcases fresh fish, prepared seafood, salads, sauces and marinades.
Top review
Glennvip
Dined today
Been here many times and always a fabulous experience. Great food and service. 
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Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff
4.7
4.7 (9142)
$50 and over
Seafood
Cardiff By The Sea
About the restaurant
Pacific Coast Grill's oceanfront venue features unique Pacific Coastal cuisine, an oyster bar, select sushi rolls, and a plethora of seafood choices, delicious steaks and more! There are two levels of dining at the new PCG with every dining seat in the house carefully planned to have an ocean view. There are bars on both levels and a heated outdoor patio and a deck with one of the best views of the Pacific Ocean and the line up at Cardiff Reef. You can watch surfers, kite surfers, dolphins, whales and spectacular sunsets from throughout the restaurant.
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Rob
Dined 1 day ago
Great food. Sunset and Adam, our server was fantastic.
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Popular dish
Seafood Pasta
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Popular dish
Alaskan Halibut
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Popular dish
Tahitian Coconut Cheesecake
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Topsail at Portside Pier
4.8
4.8 (146)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Downtown / Gaslamp
About the restaurant
San Diego's most iconic waterfront property features Topsail, a luxury lounge on the rooftop at Portside Pier! Indulge in fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and small plates while relaxing fireside above the water!
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lou
Dined on 10 Nov 2024
Great service and awesome atmosphere the people are very accommodating and nice. The food was fantastic we had the lobster Mac and cheese, shrimp cocktail and cream brûlée for dessert. All were very good
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King's Fish House - Mission Valley
4.6
4.6 (2237)
$30 and under
Seafood
Mission Valley
About the restaurant
Established in 2000, King’s Fish House is San Diego’s choice for seafood. Located in Mission Valley on Camino De La Reina, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.

We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.

Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.

Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.
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Billy
Dined 4 days ago
Fresh oysters, friendly staff, a great evening out
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Water Grill - San Diego
4.6
4.6 (3571)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Downtown / Gaslamp
About the restaurant
Located steps away from Petco Park and the San Diego Convention Center in the heart of Gaslamp District in downtown San Diego, Water Grill San Diego is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of San Diego’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill San Diego also offers multiple, customizable private dining options for business meetings and special events.
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Triciavip
Dined 4 days ago
Great service and wonderful food. Loved the scallops and the calm chowder
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Bluewater Grill - Carlsbad
4.6
4.6 (760)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Carlsbad
About the restaurant
Bluewater Grill is a seafood restaurant and grill serving delicious food for over two decades. Located along the swishy water body, the outdoor seating arrangement makes it a refreshing experience to dine in at this restaurant. The Bluewater Grill is a place to go for dinners in large groups, with friends or family; the place is also child friendly. The casual dining space offers television and free Wi-Fi.

Bluewater Grill has a full bar which adds to the delectable flavors of the cuisines. Some of the popular cuisine choices at the restaurant & grill include baked stuffed maine lobster, crab crusted cobia, cedar plank salmon, lemon pepper mahi mahi, san Francisco cioppino, Alaskan king crab and linguine vongole. The restaurant also has a wide variety of appetizers, daily specials, salads, a grill menu and deliciously prepared homemade sauces.

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Joanne
Dined 7 days ago
I loved the walnut encrusted halibut! Everything cooked to perfection. Key lime pie was delicious. Hostess and waitress were very kind to accommodate moving us to a different table when I was bothered by a bright light nearby. Overall the restaurant had a very pleasant ambience, few tables had light issues.
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Fish Tacos
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Manhattan Clam Chowder
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New England Clam Chowder
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