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    Brigantine

    3.8 (1.9k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Marija P.

    Love this spot - amazing views, great ambiance and lots of seating spaces. Very easy to get a reservation it seems that there is a lot of availability om Open Table. We came for brunch, and ordered salad and 2 entrees. Also got a mocktail and some coffee which was delicious. Caesar salad was great as well as the Macadamia Crusted fresh Mahi Mahi and Fish & Chips. Loved it can not wait to get back!

    CRISPY LOBSTER TEMPURA TACOS
    Andrea C.

    I really enjoyed coming here with my family. They can accommodate large parties and takes reservations in advance. We had a total of 9 people, service was great! Most of us ordered the tempura lobster tacos. The lobster was fresh and had a good amount of meat. I love how the dish is balanced with veggies and carbs. The only downside to this location is parking. They only do valley parking for a $10 fee. It's a bit challenging to find street parking, so come in advance if you plan on finding self parking on the streets.

    MJ H.

    I always enjoy trying seafood restaurants. For dinner, we sat at the front patio and had oysters on the half shell and calamari for appetizers, with a dirty martini. Blue cheese olives are always a plus! I debated between ordering the macadamia crusted mahi mahi and the wok-charred ahi, which my friend had. The mahi mahi was good but will get the ahi next time. I've heard great things about their happy hour, so will stop by next time I'm in the area. And I hope to sit inside or on the back patio, as I didn't feel the atmosphere described in other reviews.

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    Katrina J.

    We attended the Pet & Reptile Expo held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, and decided to stop somewhere nearby for lunch. I remembered people telling me about the Brigantine, which happens to only be 4 min. from where we were. Since it is a Saturday, I was afraid it would be busy. They only have Valet at this restaurant, so if you come on a busy day and don't want to valet, you may be stuck trying to find beach street parking across the street... and let me tell you... at 12:30pm, it's next to impossible without a hefty wait, driving around unless you have some luck! We opted to Valet, and it was only $10. The valet was very nice and welcoming! Super quick. We entered the building and immediately saw the view. The hostesses welcomed us and asked if we had reservations. We didnt, and she said they are full at the moment but we can have a seat anywhere in the bar area. There were MANY open tables along with the bar seating. We opted for the 4-top on the far right side next to the fireplace. It was a half booth with 2 chairs. From here, we had a great view of the Del Mar Race tracks AND the lagoon to our right. I noticed they have a wrap around patio that has a small wrap-around shelf like table so that you can place your drink or food on. I can imagine the outside gets packed...but at 12:30pm on a Saturday, it actually was pretty open! We waited a bit and were greeted by our server who gave us the bar menu and regular lunch menu. When he came back, we ordered an IPA and a 9oz. Seaglass Riesling along with the half dozen oysters and 3 baked oysters. Our drinks quickly came out, and shortly after that, our oysters. The oysters were WONDERFUL. They came with lemon and a condiment cup of cocktail sauce with a dab of horseradish in the middle. Honestly? Thats all you needed. They were fresh and so tasty. The baked oysters were good. I preferred the chilled but my boyfriend really liked both. When our server came back, we ordered our entrees. I ordered the signature grilled marinated swordfish and my boyfriend got the lobster tempura tacos. Food took a bit of time...but with that view? You really dont mind. Once it all came out, we saw they were nicely plated. The flavor of BOTH dishes were great. The ONLY thing I noticed was the cook on my swordfish as it was dry BUT since it had an herbed butter on top...it definitely helped save the dish. We both finished our whole plate haha our server brought the dessert menu, and we chose the Brig Mud Pie. It was a SOLID way to end our meal. It could easily feed 4 people sharing...but since we have a sweet tooth, we finished it. I 100% recommend checking this spot out. Their views are gorgeous and the food is good. Again, keep in mind the parking and if you have a specific area you want to sit, make sure to make a reservation. Other than that, enjoy!

    Oysters!
    Barbara K.

    The serviice was great and good food. We had oysters on the half shell, chicken pot pie soup, house salad, crab cake, Caesar, sand dabs, and French dip. I would have liked more blue cheese on the salad, but it was good. The only issue was the cold temp and some rain coming in on us on this unusual Christmas Eve. We should have asked to move...

    pink lemonade
    Alexa B.

    Visited for my birthday last week and Sarah, our server, was nothing short of exceptional! She was kind, personable, and had a great sense of humor! We were sat at a middle table with a stunning view of the terrace and Del Mar race track in the background. The food was delightful as always -- not pictured but we also ordered a side of parmesan truffle fries and calamari strips that were on of the table's favorites. Thank you Sarah for the efficient service and positive experience on my birthday! We'll be back

    Crab & artichoke dip
    Alisha K.

    Can't beat the location! Always our first stop when getting into town. Service is a tad slow but thanks to the view I don't mind! Shrimp and crab fondue is delicious!

    $7 Happy hour menu as of August 2025
    Jennifer L.

    *Haiku: Brigantine Fresh seafood choices Must try for Happy Hour Just $7! --- $7 Happy Hour - Mon 3p-close, Tues-Fri & Sun 3-6p My family and I came for evening happy hour specials and were blown away by the fresh seafood selections, all at affordable prices. We just can't get over the huge happy hour portion sizes. We ordered a bunch of items and enjoyed family-style. Must order happy hour menu items (all at $7 each!): 3 Oysters on the Half Shell, Shrimp Cocktail (generous, giant peeled shrimp), Classic Calamari Strips (meaty, lightly breaded pieces), Bowl of Clam Chowder (comfort in a bowl), Artichoke Fritters, Ahi Tuna Slider, Fried Fish Slider (love the sliders came with fries). Brigantine is an upscale restaurant with gorgeous ocean views. You can also catch a glimpse of some horse racing during Del Mar racing season. There's even a huge patio lawn/garden area where you can host a birthday or cocktail party. Service was stellar, friendly, and efficient. This spot is perfect for date night or a girl's get-together.

    MACADAMIA CRUSTED FRESH MAHI MAHI
    Jessica L.

    Our server has been with the restaurant for 17 years!!! I find the best dining experiences are at places where not only the food is worth recommending, but the staff is worth recommending. At this moment about three restaurants come to mind from Malibu to San Diego that are truly providing quality customer service. Even if I spend $300 to take the family out I'm not questioning a dime because every cent is well worth it. I stumbled across Brigantine when another area fave was closed and after the drive down I didn't want to turn back. Boy am I glad we didn't. This day my family and I sat on the upper dining patio overlooking the beautiful blue skies and feeling the slight breeze with the racetrack within view. The seats were comfortable, the server served with knowledgeable and had a heart for the place. Food was so rich & flavorful. I enjoyed the crab topped halibut this day, my spouse enjoyed the swordfish and our family had the macadamia crusted fish and sand dabs. Our dairy sensitivity was accomodated, even the bar tender was very thoughtful about our drink as one was just a tad to bitter for our palate she kindly remade it while maintaining the integrity of the mix. We started with the calamari strips and coconut crusted shrimp, we could've eaten a plate each the dishes were robust and fairly well balanced in flavor. The only bit of advice I'd offer for a better appetizer experience is offering the horseradish based cocktail sauce over the sweeter undertones of the one currently served with the calamari strips. I would eat here weekly if I were able to. Perfect for special occasions or just stopping off for bar service expecting an exceptional spirit. Bravo Brigantine!

    Sitting area
    Katie K.

    This is one of my faves. The whole vibe is great. It's nice and feels classy without being overly pretentious. I usually come for happy hour, and sit at the bar, but this time I brought colleagues for lunch. Our server was fabulous. Everyone in my party was from out of town, and loved the tacos. The classic brig tacos are cooked just the right way. Just enough crispiness. Not too bready. The Cobb salad had so much crab and shrimp, it was hard to finish it all. BTW: It's valet only, unless you wanna play chicken crossing over coast highway.

    Xiao L.

    在圣地亚哥海鲜圈小有名气的Brigantine,这次体验让我明白了什么叫"安全牌打到无聊"---- 不难吃,但吃完就像看了场没有高潮的电影。 生蚝的"瘦身计划" 新鲜度是有的,但生蚝个头实在不够肥美,柠檬汁滴下去瞬间淹没在壳里。 对比附近水产市场的饱满口感,这里的更像是"青春期还没吃胖"的版本。 不会出错的平庸哲学 · 鱼肉Taco:鱼肉新鲜,但酱汁像在超市冷藏区见过 · 海鲜沙拉:蔬菜爽脆,调味却中规中矩毫无记忆点 · 总结:每道菜都像在说 "我合格了,别骂我" 最讨厌的美式Valet Parking,强制性收费服务 真实评分(满分5) 食材新鲜度: 调味创意: 性价比: 停车体验: 记忆点:失忆中...

    Oysters
    Hope A.

    We have mixed feelings when it comes to Brigantine. Our server was "off" today. Not friendly as the servers we're use to having. The oysters were good. The Old Fashion and Bloody Mary were mediocre at best. We hear it's a fun place during Happy Hour, but at midday, not so much. The restaurant has a nice view of the race track. I doubt that we'll visit again, but that's just us.

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    Ask the Community - Brigantine

    Dog friendly ?? On the patio?

    yes

    How do I reach corp. office by phone?

    If it’s not on the website good luck. Ask a manager onsite I’m sure they will share if you’re a customer.

    Hi! Do you take reservations for dinner, especially on weekends? Planning a visit and want to make sure we get a table.

    Hi Bethany, Yes, we take reservations. You can make them via Open Table or call the restaurant directly at 858-481-1166.

    I just read in a review that reservations are a requirement.. Is this required even for having lunch?

    Reservations are not required.

    Is the expected reopening date still March 18th 2024?

    No, we are hoping to be open by the end of March. We do not have a set date at this time of our reopening.

    How much is valet parking and do they take cards or just cash?

    Hello Briana, It is $7 per car and they take cash and card.… 

    Is this dog friendly?

    Yes, on the outdoor patio.

    Do they still offer bottomless mimosas during brunch? All reviews mentioning are old so I'm guessing unlikely.

    Hi Michelle, We no longer offer bottomless mimosas. We do offer sparkling wine for $20/bottle… 

    Is this dog friendly?

    Unfortunately not. We only allow service dogs.

    Is there happy hour during the week?

    Short answer is yes. I did not check recently, but their Web site, https://www.brigantine.com/ , says… 

    Does Brigantine have any area with TV's for sports?

    Unfortunately, yes. :)

    Is this restaurant dog friendly?

    There is a small dog friendly patio on the south side of the restaurant under the green umbrellas.

    Is there a kids menu?

    Yes there is

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