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    Beeside Balcony

    4.3 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    BEESIDE BALCONY ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Chicken Entree
    Tony A.

    We went here for dinner on a Monday night (8/24/26). We were able to get a table for two on the patio without a reservation. Our server was fantastic and she did a great job of taking care of us. We ordered the meatballs, the chopped salad, the salmon entree and the chicken entree. All were good and tasty. The chicken was a little bit overcooked for my likings but not enough to send it back - my wife had no problem with how it was cooked. So, maybe it's just me!

    Anna V.

    Nice spot in Del Mar with a great location and a pleasant atmosphere. The cocktails were pretty good, and the food was enjoyable overall. I tried the mussels and oysters, and everything was nicely presented. It's a good place to stop by for drinks and some seafood, especially if you're already in the area.

    John M.

    My fiancée & I have come to really appreciate San Diego Restaurant Week as an opportunity to try out eateries we've never been before. Which is what brought us to Beeside Balcony in Del Mar during the 1st SDRW of 2026. We had Saturday night reservations & got into town early with some time to kill. We found nearby street parking fairly easily. The hostess was able to quickly accommodate us with a table despite our early arrival. Indoor dining space is minimal. But as an upstairs restaurant with "Balcony" literally in its name, the outdoor patio is where you want to be. Our server was a inconsistent on attentiveness & was slow to warm up, though she was quite personable later in the meal. Along with all of the al fresco charm dining on the balcony offered, there was also a curious & less desirable element of the ambiance. During our meal, someone went around shooting pics/ videos for social media. It felt distracting & intrusive. While the SDRW menu was what brought us here, we opted for the Chef's menu after looking over all the options. I ordered the Salmon Croquette/ Denver Steak/ Churros. She ordered Cioppino Soup/ Barramundi/ S'More Cake. Although the pacing of our courses from the kitchen was uneven, most of what we had was good to great to wonderful. Sharing tastes of our dishes with each other, the 1 egregious miss for me was the Cioppino Soup. The seafood in it was good. But that broth was not. Aside from that, the Salmon Croquette & the Barramundi were delicious. The Denver Steak was a revelation. I'd never heard of this cut before, so I looked it up. Truly, a bang for the buck all star. & prepared perfectly here with a fantastic chimichurri. For our desserts, my Churros were good but not anything to get particularly excited about. Now, on the other hand, that S'More Cake? Wow. insanely indulgent with an ooey-gooey center. I honestly can't think of a better way to end a meal. Overall, the ambiance, service, & food all had highs & lows. Collectively, though, the sum total of the experience was pleasant enough that I would be interested in coming back. My threshold for 4 stars is if I'd come back. So, 4 stars it is.

    SDRW menu
    Bonnie G.

    3.75 stars... My fiancé and I visited Beeside Balcony during SDRW. Located in the heart of Del Mar, you'll want to grab parking wherever you can on a busy Saturday night. I'm sure their outdoor patio is lovely during the day with a fantastic view. A few things to note: There are a lot of stairs to enter. I'm sure there's an ADA compliant way, but it's not visible from the main entrance. Be sure to call them and ask. The restrooms are outside the restaurant. Not really a bit deal, just something to note. Now for the good, the bad, and the weird... The good.... We had 7:30pm reservations but arrived early and they were able to seat us right away. They offered more than just the usual SDRW menu and their menu. They had a 'chef's menu' which we ended up ordering from. Their outdoor patio is spacious. I loved my branzino and their s'mores cake was divine. I'm still talking about that cake days later. 5 out of 6 dishes were enjoyable...so that's pretty good. Our server, Sofia, was pleasant. The bad: As an appetizer, I ordered cioppino. While the seafood was cooked well, the broth was awful. I'm not sure what caused the off taste, but the broth is not representative of a true cioppino. It's suppose to be a stew, not a thin broth. Note to the head chef: please revisit whatever recipe you're using for this dish. Now for the weird (and this is what would make Beeside a 3.75 review but Yelp won't let me) When the servers cleared our appetizer dishes, they also took our utensils. But, when the entrees were brought out, we had to flag someone down for utensils. Our entrees sat for a few minutes, staring at us...just begging to be eaten! Now...the really weird part. There was someone roaming the patio taking photos and videos for social media. It was pretty obvious they were looking for a certain demographic, lighting, etc. We happened to be seated right next to two of these tables and overheard everything- poses, video snippets, etc. Hands down, it felt weird and intrusive. As a content creator, I understand the need to get content for social media. It's the way of the world. But it's weird, especially on a busy Saturday night. 3.75 stars.

    Meagan J.

    If you're looking for a beautiful coastal vibe with elevated flavors and great service, Beeside Balcony is it. The food was absolutely delicious. The mussels tasted fresh, with flavors that were balanced to perfection. The cocktail I ordered was very bland and flat in my opinion. The service was great. The staff were attentive without being overbearing and made great suggestions about the menu. It made the whole experience feel seamless and enjoyable. Between the atmosphere, the food, and the service, Beeside Balcony is definitely a spot I'd return to. Highly recommend if you're in the Del Mar area and want something that feels special but still relaxed.

    Hao W.

    Was taking a walk around the area and noticed the cute restaurant at the corner. Checked out the menu that they posted and they offered San Diego Restaurant Week Lunch and Dinner options. SDRW Lunch price is only $20 and you get 1 appetizer and 1 entree. I chose the meatball trio as my appetizer and seaside sandwich as the entree. I wish the menu had a little bit more info because I was not sure if it came with fries which apparently it did! Ended up upgrading it to truffle fries though. Food came out pretty fast and I really enjoyed the seaside sandwich. The fish had a nice crisp to it from the panko crust with little bell pepper bits and honey mustard sauce. Overall you would think it's a heavy meal but no food coma here. I did noticed that they did post the menus at the front, but when I sat down the waiter did not include the SDRW menu. Have to ask for it specifically. I did look at other tables to if they got the same experience which they did (even though it's a different server). Other than that service was good, waiter checked in often and made sure everything is good.

    Beeside Burger
    Annie B.

    My friend and I came here after pilates, we decided to try this place. You will have to walk up the stairs/escalators, not sure if handicap accessible. The view was incredible, so beautiful. The burger, fries and drinks were okay. The hummus and pita blew my mind, each one tasted different and it was delicious! The pita is soft and fluffy. A great place to enjoy food and a view. Staff was friendly and checked on us multiple time, food and drinks didn't take long to come out. Will come back if near the area :)

    View of the ocean from our table
    Amy N.

    Thank you, Yelp, for helping me find this place. It was a really great rec! My boyfriend and I came here this past Saturday afternoon at around 12:30pm. There was a lot of seating available so we were seated immediately. The restaurant also takes reservations, and the waiter told us that it does tend to get busier during dinnertime. They have happy hour every day from 3-6pm. Their lunch and dinner menus are different. Ambience was chill and had beach vibes; diners were dressed in nice casual attire (matching the beach vibes). Our waiter, Francisco, was fantastic. He was very friendly and attentive and gave multiple detailed recs and thoughts on all parts of the menu, which were way more recs than I've ever received at another restaurant. His personal favorite was the Seaside sandwich, which naturally we ordered, along with a side of salad. It was really good! The fish was very crispy on the outside and very flaky, soft, and flavorful on the inside. The rest of the burger/sandwich was also very flavorful. It has habanero honey mustard, which is supposed to give it some kick but I didn't notice anything spiciness (I have moderate spice tolerance?). The side of house salad was a good standard salad. We also shared the crispy chicken sandwich. It was indeed very crispy, but we both thought it was too greasy and not as flavorful as the Seaside sandwich. It came with a side of French fries, which tasted great; they were also freshly fried, crispy, and seasoned with Italian herbs. Would love to come back to try their happy hour menu! Also they have a small parking garage located underneath their building. There is some street parking available. We didn't have any issues finding parking. Granted, this was Thanksgiving weekend.

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    Kate W.

    Came here on my birthday for brunch and really enjoyed it! We sat outside and had a great view. I had an elderflower spritz which was great. We started with the meatballs and crab cake, the crab cake was definitely the winner! We split the buzzy burger and fish and frites both were great! Our server was very friendly and attentive. We'll definitely be back if we're in the area!

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    Mark C.

    Once again, following the advice of Elite reviews for Del Mar, Beeside Balcony is in fact the place to go. Granted the view isn't absolutely fantastic but it is pretty nice being up on the 2nd floor and seeing the ocean. Our server Francisco was extremely nice and offered a few suggestions. We took him up on them. Most unique was the octopus ceviche. Having only had octopus one time in my life, had to try it. (Francisco was honest and said that wasn't something he personally likes but still very good). It was EXCELLENT. As was the Roasted Beet Salad & the Rockfish tacos. Oh yeah the Red Sangria was very good loaded with fruit.

    Brunch menu
    Cindy P.

    Beeside Balcony, you are my go-to recommendation for brunch, lunch, or dinner any time my friends & family ask for a unique SD foodie spot to try! You never disappoint with your perfect ocean view location and friendly, attentive servers. My most current visit (& this review) is for brunch. Our server (Jaz?) was very sweet & patient with our questions about the menu. Although the omelette order was wrong the 1st time, she brought the correct one as soon as possible, full of apologies. Overall, I would come here again and again without ever tiring of their menu. Next time, I'm going to try their HH!

    Brandon M.

    We went to the happy hour, and the food was pretty good! The cocktails not so much. And the beer was not as cold as it should've been. All in all, the happy hour was definitely worth it. However, I do not think any of the items on it would have been worth full price. If you come, go for the beers and for the food! Their angle is that they have a real chef who owns it, and you can taste the difference, but the portions are very small and priced accordingly. Great view from the balcony. 3 to 4 stars.

    Nicole T.

    Pleasantly surprised by Beside Balcony. Definitely come with a reservation so you can get one of the best tables on the balcony! The chef's menu is such a great deal at $55. You get an appetizer, main, and dessert, and the portions are generous. Everything came out hot, beautifully plated, and full of flavor. The staff was super friendly and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. The risotto alone is $42, so doing the fixed menu was a no-brainer. Perfect for a date night or a nice dinner with friends!

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    Where is the best place to park?

    A) There is limited parking under the building. B) If that is full then street parking is best

    Is all the fried fish beer battered?

    Can you order off the lunch menu at dinnertime? Just thinking my teen sons would probably want the burger or chicken sandwich instead of a entree

    What is your happy hours and menu?

    7 days a week, 3-5:30

    Can you see the sunset from your table?

    Yes, it's beautiful!

    Is you patio dog friendly?

    There is dog friendly seating on the side terrace!

    Is this a second story-only restaurant? I use a walker and stairs are a problem.

    Yes, it is on the second story but there is parking on that level so you won't have to take the stairs. Hope that helps!

    Do you take reservations for 14-16 people ? Looking to book something for a birthday party.

    Hello We absolutely take reservations for large groups… 

    Do you offer and third party apps for delivery?

    No delivery, but you can order thru chow now online and pick up in the restaurant :)

    Are Dogs allowed?

    Yes!

    Is there a Kids menu?

    For kids they have a cheese pizza on their yummy pita or two lamb meatballs with pita on the side.

    I want to take my husband here for his birthday - is lunch or dinner better? Views and ambiance..

    Dinner was nice. It has only partial view outside, it's a semi-causal place.

    Is there happy hour?

    Saturday and Sunday 3-5pm. 2$ off wine 1$ off beer

    What days are brunch/breakfast served?

    Brunch and breakfast are served along with lunch 7 days a week. Monday-Friday 11-4 and Saturday and Sunday 10-4

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