Reasonable prices, convenient valet ($6.50), and a nice view! Seated right away on a Thursday evening. To ensure you get seating in the patio overlooking the Del Mar race track make a reservation. Ordered the fish tacos read more

Brigantine - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Fun place to dine with big group..lots of outside seating with great surroundings a terrific view and the service is great! Love the appetizers! read more

Coconut shrimp, house salad, fish tacos, margaritas these are all my favorite foods at the Brigantine The Brigantine has been around for a long long time. I highly recommend their delicious mud pie for dessert I've always had the best memories at this place I highly recommend visiting the Brigantine at all their different locations..... also Newport Beach read more

I went here with some girlfriends for my birthday brunch and loooved it! The bottomless mimosas are such a steal especially considering it's a nicer restaurant. The view of the fairgrounds AND beach is really neat as well. I feel like based on the mimosa deal and location, this is the kind of restaurant that can get away with having subpar food, but brigantine delivers great food either way. I really enjoyed my macadamia nut French toast, which also came with eggs and bacon. Yum! It's hardly worth mentioning but I did find one thing off putting at brunch - I asked my waiter if they had iced lattes and he literally laughed in my face like it was outlandish for a restaurant that serves breakfast/brunch, to offer something like lattes. It was a bit rude and uncalled for, it is plenty normal for restaurants to own an espresso machine. read more

I came here for the seafood and was so satisfied! We sat on the dog friendly patio that included a view of the racetrack and lagoon. We started with the crab and shrimp fondue dip, so yummy. It was hard to refrain from eating it ALL. As for my main entree, I ordered the swordfish. So much flavor and the risotto paired well with it. I would recommend substituting the broccolini with the seasonal vegetables to give it more variety as it just came with a few pieces of broccolini. All in all, it was delicious and well portioned. Also, on Wednesday's, it's wine Wednesday, so it's 50% off all bottles of wine. :) read more

Brigantine - Crab & Shrimp Fondue - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Is it a credit to a restaurant that you make another reservation on your way out? Beautiful setting, fantastic drinks, amazing meal (we all shared bites of our meals and EVERYTHING was delicious), finished with an amazing dessert after dinner drink-- all managed by our waiter that we have nicknamed Tate the Great. Thanks for a lovely evening, see y'all on Friday!! read more

Waiter was excellent! Food was delicious!!! They couldn't find our reservation but the gentleman at the front was so apologetic and said they would give us a table right away, and we were seated at a wonderful table. It was my husbands birthday, and we were so happy to have celebrated with friends and family there. Thank you read more

Horrible! Don't waste your hardworking money. Poor experience. Server never checked in on us. The place was not maintained. Food was subpar. The restaurant has not been maintained. I get it's COVID but where are the standards? read more

We have not tried the main dining room, only at the bar area. We always love coming back for their fish tacos...it is out of this world. Oysters on a half shell are very fresh and creamy. For dessert try the chocolate spoon cake...so decadent. read more

I thoroughly enjoyed the happy hour with some friends at the bar before dinner. The bartenders were great and were generous withe the Grey Goose in my drinks. The calamari was average. I was pleasantly surprised by Brigantine's interesting take on "nachos". Even though I didn't do any, my friends enjoyed the cheap oyster shots. I will definitely be back during race season, because they have an awesome view of the Del Mar race track. As for dinner, I'm not much of a seafood person, so forgive me because I ordered a New York strip steak. It was not the greatest, but not bad for a seafood spot. From what others in my group ordered, I heard the salmon was good, but the clam chowder was too salty. As for the ambiance, it's nice and casual, but still classy. The dining room was a bit stuffy until we requested for them to open a set of French doors. The view is great and the garden with the fire pits are lovely. And the service was good. As for parking, don't be fooled by what appears to be "free" the spots right across the street and towards the beach. You gotta pay the meter - or else it is a $45 ticket! Just valet as it is less than $5. Or if you don't mind talking a stroll, there is free parking in the residential area up the hill on Via de la Valle. I'll definitely be coming back to Brigantine in Del Mar for happy hour or the next time I'm craving some American seafood. read more

You gotta love HH here. How can you not? You can sit outside in the afternoon sun and/or watch the sun set. Right in plain view is the Del Mar Racetracks and to the right of the patio a lovely beach. SD is just so beautiful sometimes.... $4 valet with a smile. Not bad. Could definitely be worse... HH Recommendations: $4 glass of champagne. Yum. $5 glass of chardonnay. Yum. $4 clam chowder. Yum. $1.75 oyster shooters. Yumm. 2 oysters in a shot glass, perfectly topped with cocktail sauce & horseradish. A lemon wedge for you to top off with as much lemon juice as you desire. In my case - a lot. $2.75 brig fish tacos. Yuummy. This is the deal maker! Oh so yummers! Hearty portion of fish and delicately topped off with red cabbage, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo and cool ranch dressing. Lime wedge on the side. $4.50 shrimp taco. Yuummy, part 2! Same ingredients as the brig fish taco, but served with 2 huge butterflied shrimp, lightly breaded and crispy. I so wish this was on the HH menu!! $6 calamari. Eh. Do yourself a favor; don't order this. P.S. Sunday brunch includes $3 bottomless champagne?! Who wants to be my brunch buddy??!! read more

***Review Based on Fish Tacos at the bar, not for the actual entrees/main courses in the restaurant*** There's something about the phrase "Taco Tuesday" that brings the crowds in on Tuesdays...even though the waitress said that you only save $1 on each taco on Tuesday...which leads me to the main reason you should come here on Tuesdays: The crowd. Think Jersey Shore meets James Bond meets Real Housewives. What does that mean? There's just a gigantic mix of people that are here...come and experience it for yourself. On to the food... I've tried the Swordfish (definitely a must-get), the Mahi Mahi (meh), the carne asada, and the fried fish taco...and all of them were pretty tasty except for the Mahi Mahi. Maybe it was just the day that we went, but it was painfully dry. Valet parking ($4) is a must on Tuesdays unless you get lucky enough to find street parking. Seating may also be a problem if you come in a large group. Definitely worth coming to taco tuesday for the experience...even if you only save $1 per taco! read more

Came here with a party of 6 and had a reservation. We were seated immediately in an area that was under cover, but no back wall behind us (all that to say we were kind of outside). The vibe here is great and the service even better. Our service was so nice and really went out of her way. It was crowded and she was busy, but kept us well in mind. I had the swordfish entree which was amazing. The green sauce that it comes on was paired well with the fish and there was a good amount of fish. The bar area was packed as I hear they have a good happy hour. There are TVs in the bar area, but not in the other restaurant. Minus 1-star for valet only parking, but there is street parking near, just make sure you read the enforcement hours. read more

What a pleasant surprise this place was! We chose to go here for a business lunch and they had set up a beautiful table by the window for the 8 of us. + TEN STARS for the Crab & Shrimp Fondue with garlic toast - oh my! Not fishy - creamy - with a little kick. Everyone loved it! + Swordfish - I ordered this, and apparently it's been on the menu for 20+ years. Paired with an avocado sauce and grilled to perfection. Loved it. + Lemon Press - off the non-alcoholic beverage menu, it's a combo of lemonade & ginger ale. Very refreshing. + The views were so great, and with the windows open, we got to enjoy San Diego weather while being in the shade + Staff was very attentive and friendly, and all the waiter's personal recommendations were spot on. + 4.00 for an easy valet experience + The group ordered creme brulee and a mud pie to split for dessert. I took a taste of the creme brulee and it was SO-GOOD. Both seemed to be a hit. + Sign up your email online for birthday treats. After you first sign up, they send you a coupon for a free appetizer sampler at any of their locations. Definitely should be at the top of your list for a show-off-San-Diego style restaurant. read more

Brigantine - Windows open on the patio... Beautiful view and breeze! - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Stopped in here after a few hours walking on Del Mar Beach. It is a very nice place with seating overlooking the Del Mar Fair and the water. The drink which was called an Irish Maid, Jamison, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup & Cucumber was amazing. We ordered food, we had an almond crusted halibut and a cajun chicken sandwich both of which were very good. The staff was very friendlty, the service was exceptional and the and the overall atmosphere was exceptional. This was a great choice which we found on Yelp and a place we will come back too next time we are in the area. If you are in the area, I highly suggest a stop at this place. The price is right, the Halibut which was very well prepared and cooked was only $19 and the chicken sandwich was only like $10. This place is a must.... read more

Came here on a Saturday night and the place was packed. One hour wait for a table for 2. BUT, the bar is open seating, and unlike most places, "the bar" appears to be a third of the entire place. So we quickly snagged a couple seats at a huge communal table, and started ordering. We got the tuna tacos, the mussels and clams, and three different individual fish tacos. The Brig taco was my least favorite because it was deep fried, while the other two were grilled. All three came with a giant chunk of fish that barely fit within the tiny tortilla, so definitely worthwhile. The tuna tacos were delicious but really small. Plus they sort of trick you because half the tiny little red dices are tuna and half are tomatoes. I thought the mussels were fine, but my dinner compatriot really liked them. For dessert we got the crustless key-lime pie, which had a great texture, but wasn't the same without the crust. read more

Aarrghh! The Brigatine!! Everyone talks about the awesome view (true), but no one talks about the FOOD. Dinner was amazing here - had the Halibut Fish & Chips which was pretty close to awesome EXCEPT (note to kitchen) : Chips. It's not 'Shoestring Fries & Fish'. They need the big steak fries with truffle/rosemary/garlic.......it would be awesome... Place is hopping on a Saturday night so make reservations and bring cash for the valet ($5). And make DARN sure you check your car carefully when it gets back!!! The parking monkey put a nice little ding in my front end of my new car. Unfortunately - can't do a damn thing about it - once you drive off the lot, it becomes your problem. read more

Came here for a Taco Tuesday with some classmates! The service was really good, we sat away from the bar which was EXTREMELY crowded and we had a great waitress who was very attentive. The prices aren't too reduced for a taco tuesday but the size of their tacos are TOTALLY worth it, I decided to get 2 regular fish tacos and 1 swordfish taco. Now the swordfish was sorta dry but altogether it wasn't bad. Their regular fish tacos are huge and honestly very well done! I decided to get a margarita, it was very large but you sorta pay for what you get! I am a light weight so I didn't even try to finish my drink because I had to drive home ahhaha! I would recommend valet parking instead of parking on the street, though if you really DON'T want to valet then there is available street parking, I just feel it's easier to use valet! read more

Came here for a quick bite after the track. Keep your food orders simple and you'll be happy here. The shaker margs are my go-to. I ordered the lobster and crab Cobb with a fish taco. I've been here numerous times over the last decade. The location is great, the outside seating is nice and the food is decent. Easy, causal place to pop into. Three stars for the food, four stars for overall. read more

Went here with several of our soccer mates and it was such a nice experience. The food was fantastic and the service was phenomenal. The truffle steak and mashed potatoes were the best! I can't say enough about the ambiance... just wow! Sorry no pictures we all were to into the moment read more

Ordered fish and chips take out and there's no tartar sauce and catsup. Very disappointed in this restaurant.

Fake calamari and if you want dried out sliders this is the place for you. I don't really know how this place got 4 stars. Maybe the only thing in town? But fries are good that's why I gave it 1 star. Don't waste your money here go somewhere else!! read more

Some of the best fish tacos you'll ever have! Absolute vodka pepper oyster shooters are a must every time we go!

Moms day, great waiter, wonderful atmosphere and food. Loved the entire time at this place. Our server mentioned he had had 30 tables that day due to mothers day but he was so polite and nice and we were his last one. A much fav spot for our family, always. read more

A great local gathering spot. Wonderful fish tacos and a great view looking over the valley above the fairgrounds. read more

Brigantine - 4th of July is magic at the brig. Don't miss it next year. Truly a unique experience. - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

Two words.....FISH TACOS!!!!! Oh man, the fish tacos are great. Whenever any family member comes to visit from out of town, you can be sure they request a stop off at the Brig for some fish tacos. Love the hot sauce too! You just can't beat a salty dog (vodka/grapefruit w a salted rim) and a fish taco for lunch. I usually also get a cup of whatever their soup of the day is. It is always tasty. I have tried many things off of the menu over the years but consistently get drawn back to those damn fish tacos. Oh the shame! One complaint....the mandatory valet parking is kind of lame. I suppose I understand it considering the parking situation there is not ideal. I still hate being forced to valet my car. read more

Fish tacos are amazing. Try and sit outside for a relaxing view. The restaurant is filled with a bunch of cougars and retirees. Avoid the valet and park just across the street (trust, there is PLENTY of free parking that people don't utilize). I tried the Sunday Brunch today and the menu gets expensive so stick to the tacos. Sunday comes with WARM muffins.. YUM! read more

Nice place with an amazing ocean view. Friendly and dedicated stuff. The food was delicious. Definitely a place to go back when visiting San Diego read more

This is definitely one of my favorite places for a pre-game before I go to the track. They're located right above it on top of the hill which is super nice because its in walking distance to the beach and track. I usually go for the light meal brunch Style however pound out a bunch of Bloody Marys. Their drinks are not world class but they definitely will do the trick. Of course I have had better however they are far from the worst. As long as you stick to the smaller menu even some bigger ones you'll be fine. Even if you're not going to the track it is still a great location to get something to eat and drink. However, me personally I don't ever do one without the other. I come here to the Brigantine for my pregame and then I go to the racetrack. It works pretty well for me. My recommendation is to come here for sure to have some good food and drinks. read more

always a good spot in the summer. The fish taco's are a must. Never eaten in the dining area so not sure how else the rest of the food is. Shrimp cocktail is always my appetizer to wet my palette, and to see how many fish tacos I can devour after. Great view, good food. TV's in the bar area to catch a game, parking sucks a little but if you know where to park, its not bad at all. read more

Brigantine - Happy hour - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

Great service. Food came on time and hot. Great views. Ok wine list. Huge mixed drink menu. A range of seafood, chicken, and steak choices. Shrimp crab fondue was great. I liked the Caesar but my other table-mates did not like it because of the anchovy taste. Shrimp and chorizo grits was excellent! Seafood bouillabaisse had nice selection of seafood but sauce/soup was flavorless. Did not try desert. Maybe next time read more

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Imagine a local upscale neighborhood type of feel, with great views of the Del Mar race track. Good double sided bar with friendly bartenders. Decent beer menu, better wine menu. The food is good as I had the burger with was very satisfying. Service is quick, as we never had to ask for a refill on our waters or had to wait to get a new drink. read more

Excellent service, food was delivered quickly, great prices for a higher-end restaurant, and the food was amazing! Definitely recommend!

Thanks to yelp reviews we decided to go to Brigantine. We we pleasantly surprised as this restaurant has been here for years as my bf who lived in SD and moved 10yrs ago told me how good this was as well. The staff are so friendly and helpful. The restaurant is casual and inviting . We decided to sit at the bar overlooking the racetrack . We ordered: Grilled octopus- tender, grilled perfectly, tasty Grilled mahi and swordfish taco- delicious again perfectly grilled tasty slaw was refreshing. Then.... key lime pie which was tart, delicious. The crust was buttery! Love this place... MUST GO! Outdoor dining as well read more

Please make sure your patrons wear masks walking through the restaurant. If they come to the hostess station unmasked they should be required to wear them before entering. Numerous patrons did this. Also the brunette bartender with the clear strip of plastic is NOT protecting your customers. If she was my server I would walk out. Do your part Brig. read more

Brigantine - Not an effective face mask what so ever - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

This place is amazing! Jessica M. Is simply the best. I'm coming back every time I'm in Del Mar. Bottomless mimosas yummy! read more

Brigantine - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

We used to live in Del Mar and on a recent visit we had lunch at the Brig. So great to be back and to enjoy their signature fish tacos. They were delicious! We also had the crab cake which was just so-so...next time we will stick with what we know! They get busy, but if you have to wait for a table, it is totally worth it. read more

Five years had passed after the previous review. Time for an update. Due to some quirk of fate I had visited Brigantine twice in a very short span of time, once the "bar" section (on the right from the entrance), once the "restaurant" (on the left). The experiences are quite different (restaurant is quite good, bar is much worse), the four-star rating is an average of two. Overall: worth going to the restaurant, splurge and skip the bar. Outside: The parking is all-valet and priced at $6, a lot of customers are leaving good tips. Reception is quite efficient. Dogs are allowed in the outdoor section. The views from the best seats are gorgeous: Legoland-like, but real, southern California, with the views of the racetrack, a laguna, some ocean, railroad tracks, horse racing track, and many more things to see. Note that you can easily find a more picturesque view along the coast, but this beats everything I know in sheer diversity of objects that can be observed. In order to enjoy the view in full, you need to sit in the front row of the restaurant, this position can be scored if you come at the opening hour, say, for a brunch. The restaurant food and service were quite good. Overall five stars in the category (beach-style South California restaurants with a view). The bar was a completely different story: it feels like it uses a separate kitchen, the food, just like five years ago, was not great at all and tasted greasy. The table was sticky to the touch (note to the staff: it is not sufficient to simply wipe tables with a towel after the customers leave, as I have observed). The waiter was very friendly and helpful, but this can only do so much under the circumstances. At most three stars for the bar. read more

Great tacos. Horrible service. Undrinkable Margaritas, unless you like iced Margarita mix. Too bad. Lovely location.

Great spot for dinner! we celebrated my hubs birthday dinner at this location. Loved the atmosphere and we had an amazing view!!! Food was very delicious! Our server Kyle was awesome, he was super attentive, friendly and just made our birthday special! read more