This place was not it... I got the mahi mahi tacos. The mahi was so dry... not flavorful at all, honestly the worse mahi I've ever had. My friend got the surf and turf and her steak was also very over cooked. We did get to the restaurant close to 8pm and I know the kitchen closes at 10 so maybe they were tired? Wouldn't recommend to anyone and wouldn't go back. We did half the oysters that were the only good thing to be honest. The drinks weren't even great. read more

Great happy hour menu. Loved the cesar salad and oysters. Pass on the sliders. They were dry and not good. The brussels sprouts from the main menu were the star. Good service and happy staff. Great views as well. read more

Brigantine - Brussels Sprouts with Pork Belly. Super yummy.. - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

Came here last Sunday with a couple friends as a last minute dinner decision. Haven't been here since before the remodel. I think they did a beautiful job and we loved dining outdoors on the patio! It was such a beautiful day and the view was perfect:) Our server was great and we were so impressed with how knowledgeable he was about the menu items. We took him up on his suggestions because he seemed to have great recs. We ordered the calamari strips...some of the best I've had! I love that it came with both cocktail sauce and this yummy, white jalapeño sauce. The calamari was perfectly cooked! We also ordered clam chowder (especially loved) + the macadamia crusted halibut (I think). I'm usually really great at remembering + snapping photos but got so deep in convo that I completely forgot...my bad‍ We loved it all and service was 10/10. Thanks guys!! read more

Brigantine has beautiful views and comfortable seating. Service is always great. There is valet parking (tbh not sure if there is anything other than valet parking) but it's convenient anyway. Plenty of heaters outside if needed. I was so excited to see stuffed lobster tail on the specials menu. Coming from the east coast i have been looking for baked stuffed lobster to no avail for years. Sadly the stuffing really missed the mark. The tails themselves were good and cooked perfectly but the stuffing was just awful. The crab in the stuffing didn't taste fresh and the overall flavor was just 'blah'. Hubby's burger was pretty good. One thing I love about this place is the inexpensive bottle of champagne. We did that with OJ on the side for mimosas. I added an extra star and would return again to try some other dishes because the view and the service are great (and I don't want to judge them too harshly on a dish which isn't even normally on their menu). read more

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I will be taking the Mahi Mahi tacos to my death bed. I don't think a day goes by without these tacos crossing my mind. They rightfully live rent free in my head. Staff was also awesome that day! Thanks guys for the great food, service, vibes, and views!!! read more

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Great work dinner and experience at Brigantine. We loved the Oysters Rock, the filet, the crab stuffed shrimp, and the VIEW. Also, our server Brittany was an absolute rockstar and really made the night special. We listened to every recommendation she had and she was 5/5. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

The ambience and view is really good here. Overlooks the beach and the del Mar race track track. The food here was good. The wagyu burger was delicious and the bread complimented it perfectly. The chilliquilles were good. Loved the sauce and the chips stayed mostly crunchy throughout. The service was quick and friendly. Nice location for sure. read more

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Coconut macadamia shrimp was absolute perfection. The macadamia mahi mahi was alright. Not tasting the mahi mahi. Portion is small. And looks even smaller in the large plates they serve it in. valet parking doe $7 read more

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The newly decorated Brigantine! They changed the furniture but everything else seems to be the same. The menu and crew are the same Food is always good. Out of all the Brigantine chains, Del Mar is the best. I usually have their tacos. Their famous hot sauce is a must try. They have $4 taco Tuesday and half off wine Wednesday. You can only get tacos individually in the bar area. The restaurant side has more formal menu. Great place to also watch the races. Outdoor seating gives you a good view. read more

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Staff was friendly and professional. The people that go to this restaurant are extremely rude. As I was walking to our table several people refused to move and one even stood in the way staring and acted as if I hit him when my elbow lightly brushed his. Many other patrons just stared rudely as if my family was an exhibit at a zoo. Not sure what the cause was. Would not recommend restaurant to anyone below upper middle class level or non white. read more

Service was great. Cocktails were decent, draft beer was cold and the Macadamia crusted Mahi was amazing. Had a great dinner and the price was reasonable. There is a big sign on the wall that says work like a captain and play like a pirate. I agree. This place is a must try. Nice place inside. Valet parking only. read more

Brigantine - Bourbon peach drink of some sort. Good. - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Yum yum in my tum tum! Beautiful location and views of the beach. We sat outside for a baby shower and it was just a nice day to enjoy some drinks and food. The service was great considering we had 20+ people. Server was friendly and food came out quick. The lobster taco was perfect, crispy, fresh, the sauce blended perfectly with the lobster and tortilla was soft. read more

Brigantine - CRISPY LOBSTER TEMPURA TACOS - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

The service and the views are impeccable! Great place for special occasions. The crispy coconut shrimp were ok, overly sweet and not very crispy, the sauce on the side was yummy. Also tried the shrimp and crab fondue dip, tasted like there was chorizo or something meat flavored inside and needed some seasonings, was kind of bland. Would definitely go back to try other food but unfortunately the food we tried wasn't the best. Cute bar area and very pretty outdoor views of the beach and the race track. Everyone working there was so friendly and welcoming read more

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Vibes & views here are unmatched, not sure there is any other restaurant where you can overlook the track and have ocean views. They have a great deck & bar area which is open seating - you get access to the bar menu as well as dinner menu in this area. Food: Awful, Un flavorful, expensive. The price obviously comes with the location and is expected. The food is just consistently so bad that you end up leaving upset even with all the other pros. In summary: Just go here for a drink! read more

We came here for a family members birthday. We made a reservation and were able to be sat within a couple of minutes of arriving. They have valet parking for 8 bucks when you get to the front of the place. I unfortunately have no idea where you would park if you didn't do valet. The entrance is put together and welcoming. It was pretty busy when we arrived at 6:35, with other parties or events at the tables. We got the waygu burger, lobster tacos and scallops, which filled all of us up. The food was well done, with flavor that you can taste, and garnishes that set the dish. Our waiter was very sweet and made sure to get us anything if we needed during our time there. The dessert menu is so rich! filled with chocolate and creamy goodness, they also have some dessert cocktails. The area inside is elegant filled with pretty lights and a good atmosphere of people. I have been to, two brigantines and both have been excellent experiences. I've enjoyed the food and drinks along with the people who make the experience great. Will be coming back here very shortly. read more

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Best Dining Experience in Del Mar - 20 Years and Still Getting Better We've been coming to Brigantine Del Mar for over 20 years--and somehow, it just keeps getting better every single year. Our most recent visit was truly next-level. From the moment we arrived, we were treated like royalty thanks to the incredible manager Gabe, who went out of his way to secure us a very special reservation for our group of four. His professionalism and personal touch made all the difference and reminded us why this place has stood the test of time. Gabe paired us with one of the most exceptional servers we've ever had--Caleb. He delivered nothing short of world-class service. Caleb memorized every detail of our order, anticipated our needs, and made each guest at our table feel genuinely valued and taken care of. His presence elevated the entire evening. The food? Absolute perfection. From the fresh oysters and signature fish tacos to perfectly grilled swordfish and the buttery Chilean sea bass, every dish was executed flawlessly. The flavors were bold and balanced, the seafood fresh and expertly prepared, and the presentation on point. Even the sides--like the roasted seasonal vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes--were incredible. For our vegetarian guest, the cauliflower "steak" was a hit: hearty, vibrant, and full of flavor. The views--as always--were spectacular. The vibe is vibrant, upscale yet welcoming, and the energy in the room is contagious. It's the perfect spot whether you're celebrating something big or just enjoying a night out with people you care about. Hats off to the entire Brigantine team. This restaurant is a masterclass in consistency, hospitality, and top-tier service. Gabe and Caleb, you both made this visit unforgettable--and we're already looking forward to the next 20 years. This is what excellence looks like. read more

Come here for the views...the location is pretty darn spectacular so there's that... the food is ok but not why you come here. Couple of funny or odd things we noticed.. when they bring the table water there are no straws but when you order hot coffee it comes with a straw... Also noticed they invented a new way to spell "sun dried" as in "sun dried tomatoes".. apparently it's spelled sundride.... read more

Brigantine - People notice this... - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

Love Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar. The food is always great, and you really can't beat the balcony view. The inside seating is cozy and comfortable too. Service is consistently friendly. Always a solid choice and one of my go-to spots. read more

I've never been to Brigantine before, and after holding onto a gift card for a couple of years my husband and I decided to finally give it a go for our anniversary. He'd been there several times over the year but only for Happy Hour, which I've heard good things about. When we arrived for our reservation we parked across the street (meter parking), or there was also an option for valet parking ($7). Kyle was our server. He greeted us and got our drinks going while we took a moment to decide on food. Our dirty martinis were pretty good. We ordered a BLT wedge salad split, and some bread was brought to the table as well. Kyle gave us a run-down of the specials and I opted for the Surf and Turf special, while my husband ordered the macadamia crusted mahi mahi. My first impressions of our food was that the plating was a little underwhelming (see my photo of the skimpy asparagus stalks laid out like sad little green crayons), but everything looked tasty overall. After digging in, sadly we learned that looks can be deceiving. My husband enjoyed the taste/seasoning of his mahi but we both agreed that it was terribly dry, overcooked and chewy. On my plate, the mashed potatoes, asparagus and seasoning of the filet was lovely, but the lobster was lukewarm, a bit fishier tasting than I was accustomed to and the melted butter was just that - butter that resembled olive oil with zero garlic flavor to complement the lobster. The final nail in the coffin was that although I had ordered my filet medium, it came out rare (see photo). I ate from one edge in, but stopped when I made it about 1/4 to 1/3 of the way because I just couldn't stomach the deep red center. When Kyle had a chance to come check in on us, I expressed that I absolutely was not looking for any kind of discount or free meal, but just wanted the chef to be aware of my filet being super undercooked. He acknowledged that it was definitely not cooked correctly and offered to have it thrown back on the grill, but by that point it had been probably over 20 minutes since I'd stopped eating and I didn't have the desire to eat any more. He understood and then brought us over a dessert menu, and we ended our meal with a mud pie. When our check came, Kyle did in fact add a generous discount despite our protests (and of course, we tipped on the pre-discount total to thank Kyle for his service and attentiveness, as the food quality obviously had no reflection on him). I guess I just don't understand the hype for Brigantine. Ours was seemingly just one underwhelming experience in a sea of positive ones, so perhaps this was just an "off" night for them. I won't be in a hurry to return, but also wouldn't blacklist them until I take a chance to give it another go. read more

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Mother's day brunch with the whole clan... not always easy to keep everyone happy Jason and Heather our servers made the day with over the top service. We weren't exactly an easy group, but they managed it all with class. And yes the food and drinks were usual Brigantine quality. read more

The views are incredible. Food was pretty good. Server was accommodating. Pay for the street parking because the city will ticket you!

This review is strictly for happy hour. Was searching for a hh on a Sunday asks stumbled upon Brigantine in Del Mar. YES!!! BEAUTIFUL views by the windows and outside patio! Love this location. We were happily surprised to get a great table with a fantastic view! Service was great. Asked for the happy hour menu. See pic. Everything on the hh menu is $7. Ordered the waygu slider with fries and a margarita. Omg the slider was so tasty but it only came with....ONE slider? It was delicious...I wanted more. Lol I ordered the house margarita frozen but it was aight...I will order the moscow mule next time. It tasted better. Views A+ $7 happy hour even weekends B Service and location A read more

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The Brigantine used to be a favorite spot but some things have gone down. We had dinner at the Brigantine in Del Mar w/6 people. Not one person enjoyed their meal. Lobster tacos-horrible, Seabass w/scallops not good. Seabass was so dry & scallops were raw. We had oysters and 2 people got sick later that night. Just a total disappointment. I've been for happy hour & that's great. The house salad is amazing & so is the clam chowder. The service is subpar. The ambiance is great! read more

To begin, the food quality is what brought this rating down to a 3. The location, decor, service, view, and cleanliness all are 5's - but the food is a 2 or 3 at best. I had the macadamia crusted mahi and it tasted like, and looked like, a frozen filet that was used. The rest of the food was the same quality, and very disappointing. If the prices were lower, than the food quality would not have bothered me so much. Unfortunately, you pay great food prices for very average food. We won't be going back, which is a shame because the views out the back are so good. read more

A special place in Yelp Hades for restaurants that don't respond to polite critiques ( on their contact us site) from customers. Unusually slow and uninspired service. Server disappeared for long periods of time ( perhaps too many tables to cover?), wasn't at all friendly, and made me resent leaving a tip ( as he hovered over us with the mobile credit card machine). No one checked to see if our food was ok, water refill took 10 min, and we had to get up and ask for the check to be delivered. Food ( lobster tempura tacos w fries) was adequate but nothing special. It's a popular spot for sure but as a local, I'll doubt I'll be back. Businesses should review and respond to comments sent to their "contact us" web sites. Doubt I'll be back and doubt they care about that. read more

First time here and I have to give it a 10/10. Sara R was my waiter and I can't say enough good things since this was all new to me and my pallet. I got the order of 3 baked oysters which were great as well as the BRIG CLASSIC CALAMARI STRIPS then for entree for the MACADAMIA CRUSTED FRESH MAHI MAHI. Honestly can't wait to come back again it's a very nice spot and beautiful view forsure to enjoy with a meal! read more

Brigantine - MACADAMIA CRUSTED FRESH MAHI MAHI - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

This restaurant is outstanding. Perfect service, perfect food...just a truly lovely experience all around. They know what they are doing and I couldnt find a single fault in anything. I don't say that often. We came for dinner Saturday evening before going to Beyond Van Gogh at the fairgrounds, which ended up being a perfect choice since its right around the corner. The efficiency was unbelievable and we were never waiting too long for anything. In fact, everything came out lightning fast. It could have helped that we came for a 5:15pm reservation but still...top notch. Drinks: I am always drawn to jalapeno margartinas so i got the cucumber jalapeno on the menu. I will say it is a pass. I couldnt really taste any of the flavors (nope not even spiciness!) and it is half the size of a regular margarita (which did taste much better from sampling). For 2nd drink I got a moscow mule and it was very well-made. Im particular on that drink and a lot of places dont do it well, but it was excellent here. Food: Shared the octopus app (w/ Crispy chickpea, Bilbao chorizo, charred kale, tomato & pickled red onion with Romesco sauce) and I got the swordfish entree with risotto and broccolini- dining companion got the blackened salmon. Everything was divine and the presentation was wonderful. How do they get these beautiful, perfectly executed meals out so quickly? I was in awe of how timely everything came. I'm such a sucker for swordfish and it was perfect. Sampled the salmon and it had that great "seasonal" taste of fall/winter. Slight sweetness of the complimenting butternut squash puree and all the ingredients worked wonderfully. If you like salmon you will love this entree. Seafood truly shines here. The octopus was very good but perhaps *slightly* tougher than the perfect cook and I wasnt a huge fan of the chickpeas in it that were a tad hard. The pieces of Bilbao chorizo was really wonderful. Overall it was a very good starter and made a beautiful photo. Excellent presentation. Fresh bread on request -- the dark bread was tasty, the white, not so much. Service: Our server (Vito) was awesome and super attentive. He was very present throughout our stay and we really enjoyed talking to him. From ordering, receiving food, getting bill, being charged...everything was so timely and without any faults. I really gushed throughout our stay at what a perfect experience it was. This is a place to impress people or go for a special occasion. Truly professional, fine dining and a very talented kitchen. read more

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Happy Hour after a workout at the gym is a thing right?? My bestie and I went here after the Chuze Body Pump class with Michael (so good!) and it was Wednesday which meant half off bottles of wine! Yay!! We paired the Brigantine Pinot noir with the Brussels sprouts and wow what a great evening. About $20 a piece after tip and sooo delicious. That blue cheese and honey drizzle was delightful!! We'll be back for happy hour! read more

Such a great experience! We dined here on a Saturday for the races and sat up in the corner of indoor area. We had a party of 8 and one server. We made a reservation in advance for a table indoors and NOT near children. We were originally seated on the outdoor patio on the sun next to a large family dining for brunch. Luckily the moved us indoors and were able to accommodate. Overall the food was great and service was an 8/10. It was a busy day and we were a large party. Drinks took a little longer but nothing to discount the experience. The salmon tacos were amazing as well as the chowder. Everyone loved their entrees. We will return every year on our weekend race trip. read more

Outstanding. We really enjoy our visits. Great service and food is excellent. Highly recommended.

Really our food here was two stars at best but the review would've gotten five if we were based on server alone. Our server was Tate and he was amazing. He was a gregarious and funny and needled us and just the right way. Super attentive and didn't forget anything that we asked him for. We were large table with many children and I thought he just did a great job. I would have him as my server and any restaurant and be super happy. And it's not his fault the food isn't great. We got a surf and turf that cost $125 as a special. The steak was so over cooked it look like it came from McDonald's and The lobster was pretty much flavorless and chewy. I got the chicken Cordon Bleu which is a very cool thing to have on in modern menu and one of my favorites. My first couple of bites were pretty on impressive though when she got to the mix it was tasty. It has a blue cheese inside so that was different and I like blue cheese. But my potatoes were frozen pretty much. Tape did bring me new potatoes but it took a little bit obviously in by then I was almost done with my chicken itself. Clam chowder is pretty much our favorite thing to eat at seafood restaurants and this clam chowder is a little on the watery side and also tastes like bacon. Which I do not like. As for the consistency my kid literally drank it through a straw. M We had spent the day at the races so we were hungry and ate all of our food but overall would definitely not eat a dinner here again. I've been to the bar before and had some oysters or cocktails and that has been fine but a $600 dinner? No thank you. For $600 I can think of 10 restaurants in Delmar that are heads and shoulders above the food here. But... I would move the server to all of them because he was awesome. read more

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Go for the view, not the food. Mandatory valet fee for any restaurant parking. Food: Food was a hit or miss at best. Starting with the best: the calamari was tender and cooked perfectly. The pacific oysters were nothing crazy but good. The Mahi was okay but accompanying veggies were overdone and very difficult to chew through. The surf n turf special was $125 and wasn't exactly up to par. The lobster was tough and asparagus was tough. The ribeye was much more well done than medium rare that we asked for. Ambiance: The scenery was on point. The restaurant has a great overlook of the racetracks and the open view was beautiful. The sky is always great. Service: Our waiter Connor was wonderful and great job w app recommendations. He checked up on us and had great knowledge of the menu. Parking: Other than VERY limited street parking amidst fast paced traffic, you must pay a valet fee for any parking near the restaurant ground. Overall: Although the restaurant isn't bad, there are offerings in the Del Mar area for a much better experience. I don't think I will return to this Brigantine location. read more

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I will start by noting how spectacular the view was! Seeing the Pacific as well as the race track. A very beautiful touch to see the sunset as trains pass by. Unfortunately, the service was not so beautiful. I have never had a dine-in experience where we were asked to sit ourselves. Service was slow but average. I had gotten the burger which I felt was kind of thrown together and looked sloppy. I ordered it medium well; however, was way too cooked. It came with a side of truffle fires which were okay. Took some time to receive everything and get water refills. Bill was extremely overpriced for what we all ordered. I would return for a special but not for a regular dine-in. read more

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We had the lobster tacos. Very good. We had the coconut shrimp appetizer. It was good. Also had the fish tacos. I asked for grilled and I received fried. No big deal. I ate them anyway. Nice view. Nice atmosphere and the servers were friendly. read more

Brigantine - Coconut shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

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As a Native San Diegan, this is an iconic location near the ocean that deserves more effort from the slow and negligent wait staff. The GM Joaquin was extremely professional and classy over the phone, and he accommodated our reservation request. Unfortunately, the service went downhill from there... When we arrived for our reservation, the Host Taiki seemed a little confused when seating us. He gave us 2 different types of menus and failed to explain what those 2 different menus represented. Although we were outside of the partition for the bar area, it required me to ask him three different times in three different ways before he said that one of the menus was the bar food menu, while the other menu was the traditional dinner menu. This is not rocket science, as the communication needs to be clearer. Also, he failed to notify the wait staff of our table number when he seated us. He is the first impression of the restaurant, and everything starts with him, so he clearly needs more training... When we sat down, we waited over 10 minutes, yet the server did not show up to our table to greet us, nor were we offered waters. I took the liberty to walk up to the bar and request 2 ice waters. Then, we waited an additional 10 minutes for our server Brooke S. to finally arrive. That's a total of 20 minutes just sitting there and staring out the window at the beach with no waters. The restaurant was not that busy, yet we were concerned that we may never see Brooke S. again, so we went ahead and ordered both our appetizers and our entrees when she finally arrived at our table. Unfortunately, our server Brooke S. failed to check on us, refill our waters, nor even thank us for coming at the end of the dinner after she almost dropped our boxes of food on the floor. We even had to take our dirty plates and place them in the service tub ourselves, which was only 2 feet from our table! She oddly took 2 dirty plates, but left 2 other dirty plates on the table when we needed to make room for our entrees... The service was absolutely atrocious! Brooke S. was lazy, unenergetic, and lacked basic manners with respect to not even thanking us at the end of the meal nor sending us on our way with a smile and genuine appreciation for our visit. In fact, one of the other servers was nicer to us as we exited the restaurant than our own server. This was basic protocol that any server should employ, but she wanted to do the bare minimum just to get by. She was not new to the service industry, rather she knew that she was being lazy and just doing a halfway job, because I can tell the difference... I grew up in the restaurant industry, and my family owned Italian restaurants all over San Diego. This was a Denny's type of service at a sophisticated restaurant that is has a minimum of a $100 per ticket price point! Now on to the food... The food was actually delicious. From the Brig Classic Calamari to the Spinach Salad to the entrees, the food here is special. We had the Sonoran Swordfish Tacos and the Macadamia Crusted Mahi Mahi. Although the Swordfish was blackened on both sides (I prefer cooking slow & low), it tasted good. The ranch-based crema was outstanding! However, the portion sizes of the coleslaw and chips were too small. They were more like samples than entree portions... The Mahi Mahi was perfectly crusted and seasoned, and the polenta and butter-based reduction was the perfect accoutrement to a great dish. We finished off the meal with the decadent Mud Pie for dessert. The restaurant has beautiful ocean views and excellent fare by the Chefs in the back of the house. However, our server Brooke S. needs a reminder that "Alright y'all" doesn't cut it here in Southern California at the end of the meal, and especially in my hometown. You need to step it up in these parts cowgirl, otherwise the competition will send you packing back to the South in a Texas hot second. read more

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My party and I really enjoyed our time and meal here. Mark my words - it was wonderful. The views are beautiful. Absolutely gorgeous and well worth the price of admission. Service was attentive and professional. Physically being in this space was splendid. The food was good - not great & definitely not bad. The clam chowder arrived lukewarm. It also had a very strong fishy flavor. I know, it's CLAM chowder, but I never had chowder that tasted this unappealing. Not remarkable, and I was left a little disappointed to be honest. Oysters rock was VERY good. Lots of cheese, lots of toppings that add a lot. Depending on who you ask, the amount of accouterments might detract or mask the oysters themselves. Not a problem for me. I forgot to ask where the oysters were from unfortunately. The calamari appetizer was a flat out disappointment. Small portion, and not what I was hoping for. The style of calamari was more of a "cafe style" calamari strip. I'm not describing it well, but it was like cafeteria calamari, not actual pieces of squid. Still enjoyed it though. The fish n chips were phenomenal! Loved the batter and the fish was fresh. Garlic fries were delicious. Beautiful take on a classic dish done right. The Louie seafood salad was utilitarian in nature. Crab meat seemed fresh, but the shrimp could have been snappier or fresher. Shrimp had a grayish hue to it as supposed to a deep red. Greens were fine. The crab cake sandwich was very good. Crab cake itself was fantastic. Great crab with a crispy coating that was delightful. The kettle chips were so fun and tasty. I was surprised by how satisfying the cole slaw was. I could not stop eating it and it was such a nice surprise addition. This was my favorite dish from our meal. Parking is $7 valet only unless you want to try your luck with the beach street parking. They do take reservations, and I might suggest making one to ensure a good table + view. This is a great date spot, so folks prepare accordingly. A great special occasion venue. Overall, the food does not outweigh the atmosphere. I'd say the view is what you're really paying for and should be expecting to enjoy most. read more

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I love this group of restaurants. All super good location has a nice spot to sit out back view of the race track. Staff is excellent drinks are amazing Definitely get the oyster desl when it comes up read more

Wonderful service, ambiance and food. The outdoor seating was aesthetic. The only downside is there's no self-parking. You must pay the $7 for valet. The food is excellent. They gave us two loaves of bread as starters and we finished the whole thing while waiting for our oysters and entrees. The crab and fish salad was healthy and surprisingly filling. If you have any cravings for fried food, you can't go wrong with the fish and chips. The fish was perfectly fried and the fries were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. If you come on your birthday, they'll give you a huge slice of coffee ice cream cake. read more

Excellent happy hour and amazing taco Tuesdays! The tacos were amazing and range from $4.5 to $8 for the salmon special. Get there early for the best table! read more

I was looking for a place to stop for lunch on my drive home to Long Beach from San Diego. I had 3 hopes: 1) delicious seafood with a really good menu selection 2) close by the ocean, hopefully with a view, and 3) not too expensive (inflation is no joke). Brigantine granted all my wishes, like a magical genie! Lol. The crab cake sandwich was so delicious, as were the garlic parm truffle fries! There was a nice amount of crab--they didn't skimp--and the outside was lovely and crispy. The mustard aioli was also really good. It wasn't too crowded on a Monday at 1pm. My server, Jay, was friendly and chill, as was the server assistant dude. Really happy I stopped in, and can't wait to go back and try more food - there were SO many amazing-sounding things on the menu--I wanted everything. Mmmmmmmm. read more

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