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4.2 (4.5k reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Good for groups

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Kim R.

Serval years later update. Stopped by to grab dinner and they didn't disappoint. I got the plate I got the swordfish plate. The serving size was worth the $$$. Service was great. They offer indoor and outdoor patio seating.

Seared Ahi taco and red snapper taco
Gary B.

The food was good. The poke was very fresh and the tacos were large enough that 2 were filling. The only issue was the wait staff kept moving us after telling is where to sit. I would classify it as "kindly being very bossy " probably would not return but worth a try once

But fresh fish to take home
Monica P.

1st time and I will be back. Lots of seafood choices to eat there or take with you to go. It's a market and a restaurant. Menu mainly seafood. Kids menu had chicken strips. The place is busy...but that is because it is so good. Worth waiting. Shrimp tacos were filling and so good and had lots of fresh toppings, cheese, avocado, sour cream, carrots which I was skeptical about but now I get it. Unique twist of flavors but delicious so just go with it! All food is made to order. There was also a sign with lots of sauces and garlic butters and lemons to add to your fish. Grouper tacos were so good. Super juicy and moist! No fountain drinks so I just bought an Arizona iced team. There is a fridge near the menus with sodas. There is also a sign with their beer selections. Staff brings you your food and they all were smiling! Which I was impressed with because it was busy! I found a picture on yelp and that is how I ordered! lol It is a busy place, good music playing but a bit on the louder side but good energy! Casual Place. Parking is a bit tough but we found a spot up the block.

Fish bar
Phing T.

Dear diary Had been waiting a while to try this place. It was busier than I expected on a Sunday morning. The vibe was super lively and upbeat. Parking is a hassle though, we had to park two blocks away so get there early if you want to park closer. We started with the calm chowder which was more watery than what I like but the flavor was good. Then we had the crab and medium shrimp which was *chef's kiss*. We finished with the red snapper and the Hawaiian wahoo tacos. Those were bigger than you think. Overall the wait was worth the trip there! You should definitely give it a shot.

Fish taco (snapper)
Nate C.

Had a seafood craving so me and my girlfriend decided to give this place a try. Came around lunch time and it was very busy. Line was out the door but it went by pretty fast. You order at the counter and they provide a table for you to sit at. Indoor seating is limited but they have more tables outside. Place was clean despite the crowd of people inside and the staff were very patient and friendly. For food we ordered oysters, clam chowder, tacos, and a shrimp/crab cocktail. Paired everything with a nice barrio lager beer. Oysters were fresh and delicious. Definitely recommend getting a few to start of your meal. The clam chowder was a little on the salty side but not overwhelming. I would still order it again. The shrimp and crab cocktail was my favorite thing we ordered. The shrimp were big and the crab meat was sweet. Fish tacos were decent but nothing crazy. A bit dry so I probably wouldn't order it again. Overall I believe this place is worth coming back. Fresh seafood and great staff.

Cioppino $30
RoseMary F.

Come to San Diego for great finds on seafood. I met a friend for lunch and he recommended this spot. It is very popular, so plan to wait patiently or arrive after peak lunch or dinner times. Fortunately, we were able to get a corner table on the inside. I had a bowl of Cioppino, it came with a generous portion of mussels, clams, scallops, shrimp and red snapper in a delicious & savory broth with toasted sourdough bread. I was able to take half home for the next day, it's a winner and worth 5 stars for this meal alone! I also ordered a blackened salmon sandwich to go . It was on a French roll and had two slices of salmon on lettuce, tomato, red onions, with tartar sauce. My friend had grilled octopus with a side salad, he shared a portion with me. It was tender, meaty, and seasoned well. Menu highlights: Fried Calamari, Beer-battered fish tacos, Ahi Tuna, Shrimp tacos, Tuna Melt, Grilled fish tacos, Ceviche, Clam Chowder, Chicken tacos (kids menu item). Marinade choices: Blackened, Bronzed (Blackened with brown sugar), Chipotle, Garlic butter, Lemon butter, and Teriyaki. To the right of the entrance is the seafood market, sold by the pound to take home and cook: Ahi Tuna, Halibut, Mahi Mahi, Scallops, Shrimp, Pacific Snapper. Swordfish, and Yellowtail. Bookmark this spot to dine in or take-out. Note, they do not have parking, drive around the block for street parking only. Sincerely, Rosemary

Blackened halibut sandwich
Summer S.

I've been coming to Blue Water for over a decade and they never disappoint. The food is flavorful and the seafood is incredibly fresh. When you enter the restaurant, walk up, grab a menu, and check everything out while you wait in line. This way you know what you want when it's time to order. This place gets busy but they operate efficiently so help them help you by being ready! Blue Water is a great place to stop for fresh, local seafood. They have you covered if you're hungry right now or you're having people over for taco Tuesday. They also have a super clean restaurant. Everyone is always busy cleaning or running food. 10/10 recommendation.

Side of the building
Emmett T.

I have passed by this Blue Water location in the Middletown neighborhood next to the highway numerous times before stopping by recently for dinner. The parking spaces in the adjacent lot seemed to be all dedicated to the neighboring businesses so I found a curbside spot along India St. A large parklet in front of the suite had several tables set up for al fresco dining, but it was empty during my visit. Everyone elected to sit inside the main dining room or in the covered courtyard next to it. There were a couple of refrigerated glass cases to the left when you walked in. It was the market side of the business with lots of fresh seafood on display. I didn't see any customers make purchases in that area as all of us decided to line up to order food/drink from the service counter. A two-sided menu sheet listed plenty of choices. Creating your own grilled fish plate was the featured entry. Sandwiches, salads, tacos, soups, sashimi, seafood cocktails, appetizers, and specials (entrees) were the other categories. I picked a cup of the Homemade Hearty Seafood Soup and the Classic Cioppino for my meal. After paying at the register, a numbered sign was given to me which I took to a table in the courtyard. Within 15 minutes, both items were delivered by a worker. The soup was a tomato-based broth with assorted seafood and vegetables. I believe some type of white fish was the main protein of which there were several chunks in the cup. It was warm and hearty as described. The cashier told me the kitchen was running low on scallops. They would supplement the cioppino with additional clams and mussels in place of the scallops. Shrimp and red snapper were the other components in the bowl of marinara sauce. Three pieces of toasted sourdough came with the order. There were at least a dozen mussels and nearly as many clams. I did notice a few scallops in the mix along with about four pieces each of shrimp and red snapper. For $30, it was a fair price for cioppino given the amount of seafood. I have eaten versions that cost 20 percent more with 20 percent fewer ingredients.

Fresh Fish
Chun M.

After our plane landed in San Diego, even before taking my phone off airplane mode, I had a hankering for seafood! Luckily, I found an old bookmark for Blue Water located just on the other side of the highway from the rent-a-car garage and even got a parking spot right in front of the restaurant! When we walked in, I had a déja vu moment. I recognized the blue awnings, the wall mounted Mahi Mahi & Yellowfin Tuna and the fresh fish in the refrigerated case and realized that we had been here back in 2011 (pre-Yelp Elite), when we came to SD for Comic-Con! We queued up to order our food and the nice server managing the dining room directed us to a table out in the patio area. When your food is ready, the server homes in on your table number stand to deliver the goods. We started by sharing a hearty bowl of thick New England Clam Chowder and the taste brought me 2500 miles back to New England with chunks of clams & potatoes. The seared Black Pepper & Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna was a great tasty appetizer, but could have been an entree because it came with a nice bowl of rice. We also had an assorted trio of seafood tacos, which were sizable enough for the wife & I to share, with a Beer Battered Cod and another with Fried Scallops. The third Scallop & Shrimp Track Taco was big enough to come on its own plate, all dressed up in crema, slaw, onions & avocado. I was jealous of the table next to us because they had 2 gigantic bowls of mussels and the couple were unabashedly slurping up the juicy mollusks with wine & tomato sauce from the shells. I'm drooling just thinking about it, so I gotta make my way back to San Diego really soon!

Mj A.

Our family goes here on occasion when we want seafood because they have quite the selection. The portions are enormous! Real bang for your buck in my opinion. I would go early since there's usually a line out the door and parking might be a hassle. The service was quick. They have a display case where if you wanted to, you could buy your seafood by the pound and cook it at home. There's a few seating areas but not much since it's a small place. It could get loud since the freeway is right there. Definitely a must try

Peter J.

Stopped by with my wife and sister-in-law for a quick bite and some beers, and it turned out to be a solid choice. The seafood was fresh and well prepared. As someone who's picky about oysters, I was happy to find that they were fresh and tasted great. The fried calamari was crispy and not greasy, and the grilled shrimp was flavorful and nicely cooked. Nothing overcomplicated--just good, fresh seafood done right. Definitely planning to come back to try more items on the menu.

Marcia R.

We always like coming into Blue water have great lunch here. I brought my best friend and buddy too They have never been here They were in heaven She loved the Salmon plate He likes Fish n Chips and clam chowder I had Shrimp Salad very Good We were very happy with our dishes here Very fresh and such a great day to sit outside And enjoy the great weather

Half Fish & Chips
Editha Q.

One of my favorite places for fish and chips! You get a choice of snapper or cod for fish and chips. My friend usually orders the clam chowder which is delicious! Just tried their calamari the other night and it is lightly fried and perfect since I'm not a big tentacle fan Service is always great and the price is perfect for what I want. It can get pretty crowded sometimes, but I tried to go there when I know there will be less people.

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Ask the Community - Blue Water

Do they take reservations?

I don't think so, they don't have a regular hostess, you just order at the counter and they bring to table.

Will you ever bring the crab and artichoke dip back to the menu? We miss it!

Hey there! Thank you for the feedback, I will share this with our on-site team 🙂

Do you offer catering menu?

Hi there! You can email info@sdbluewater.com for catering options.

Are you open for take out order on Thanksgiving?

We will be closed on Thanksgiving

What is your email address?

info@sdbluewater.com

What is the fresh seafood in the market that I can take home? What is the best time of day to buy?…

Their fresh fish changes by season and availability. Be prepared for a waiting line though. I tried to order in advance online but they never responded to my request.

Do you order own food or is there ?waiter services

Hi there! Orders are placed at the counter with our cashiers and brought to your table when ready.

Are you taking reservations?

We do not accept reservations.

Do you guys allow dine in?

We currently have limited outdoor seating available.

Are you guys doing taco Tuesday again?

Our Ocean Beach location is offering Taco Tuesday from 4pm-close.

I need two lobster tails for Thursday, do I need to call in tomorrow morning?

You should call, they only sell what they catch.

Do you sell fresh lobster tail to take home?

Hi Brittany, we do not carry lobster on hand but can request with a 24 hour notice.

What is the best time to come here on a saturday morning?

We try to get there 15 to 20 minutes before it opens!

Are Pets allowed?

No, and if you go (and I recommend you do because it's the bomb), you'll understand why.

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