I recently hosted my son's graduation brunch here on a Saturday at 11:30am for about 22 people. Overall I would rate this a 4 and would highly recommend for larger parties but please note the details below: Ambiance 5/5 Couldn't ask for more - was a perfect day, beautiful, live music, covered patio. A whole vibe. Absolutely perfect in this regard. I would myself go back for the vibe and ambiance. A few firepit tables, nice views. Service 5/5 Servers were warm, accommodating, so attentive from start to finish. Amazing service. Even from initially calling to coordinate - they were kind, helpful, set a custom menu and really was a fantastic experience. Food 2/5 ... maybe 3 for some *Beverages were fine *We ordered mainly the following: American breakfast: Eggs unseasoned, potatoes unseasoned, bacon burnt beyond edible, a few opened jams had mold in them Eggs Benedict: no complaints Fish n chips: Small portions overall, overly breaded, tiny fish portions. You have to request fries or these are served with chips. Chicken n waffles: Most people enjoyed but felt like a child sized portion. One said the waffles were incredibly sweet. Caesar salad: unsure Egg sandwich: fine I don't know if it was an off day because this was my first experience here but I feel like you pay for the vibe, food may be meh. Parking is free and plentiful. Overall a lovely party and was happy with the venue overall. read more

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Located in the thoroughfare of a hotel, Dockside 1953 has a very casual, but upscale vibe. Either views of the bay with boats and a picture-perfect pretty sunset, we were seated outside. Why 3 stars? When we had made our reservation days before we had requested a table next to the water and were told that would not be a problem. When we arrived, both hostesses did not acknowledge us, instead they stood in conversation with each other. Perhaps talking about restaurant business, I'm not sure, but to stand there and not be acknowledged for what felt like quite awhile felt odd. When we gave our name and said that we had spoken to someone on the phone (while also using an app and mentioning the seating request) that we would like to have a table next to the water, and when we arrived, one hostess acted completely annoyed that we asked if we were getting a table by the water. We sat in a back table outside, which honestly was fine. Our server was fantastic, attentive, and friendly, checking on us often. Only other fail for food was the shrimp cocktail, it tasted really fishy and was warm, even though it was on ice. We only ate half of one, but we didn't mention it to the server. The hummus with crudite was delicious, and the rosemary bread was outstanding! Mains were a wedge salad with grilled chicken which was very good! The hot honey salmon with quinoa we ordered and shared was also delicious. read more

Dockside 1953 - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Service is meeting standard. Setting / view is meeting standard, but the party music is not relaxing at all, headache instead... Worst is food quality & selection, it is terrible. My family ordered ~$300 food & drinks, all of us left with stomach not feeling well all day... the really bad food quality & selection definitely does not match the service & setting at all. Don't get fooled by the Yelp photos, which got us chose to eat there, we will never return again... read more

Sat at a fire pit with a nice view of the bay. Enjoyed the yummy endless summer cocktail that my server recommend. Husband and I share the Thursday date night special which was a Tomhawk steak, mashed potatoes veggies, bead and salad. It was delicious! My only complaint was that the steak was served warm not hot but overall I had a wonderful dinner here. Everything was well seasoned and our server took great care of us, very attentive which I was happy with. I would definitely return for the date night special! read more

DIRTY STAPLE found in our food. I took a bite and my mouth was cut by a dirty rusty staple. The manager only comped our wine and did not seem to care about what happened. What if a child had eaten that? Horrible experience and staff. Having to go get a tetanus shot after dinner was not in my plans. read more

Dockside 1953 - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Horrible customer service food came out cold after it took almost an hour management only refunded one steak and forced me to take my steak after they remade it but we went to a restaurant to sit and eat not to take it home *HIGHLY NOT RECOMMENDED RESTAURANT * read more

I came here for the views and close proximity to my hotel. Fortunately for me, it was taco Tuesday night. Delicious fish tacos for $4! The service was also very good. read more

Dockside 1953 - You don't want to miss Taco Tuesday. - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

I was a smidge hungry while waiting to go to the airport so my group stopped by for a quick bite. My coworker ordered a chicken sandwich and I ordered the bread service. I feel like these two items should be relatively quick but the food took quite a while to come out. When I asked the waitress if our food was ready after waiting 30ish minutes, she said they were putting the final touches on it...??? My group started joking they were putting the sesame on my bread with tweezers. The bread itself was great though. I love a good sourdough with a heavy dose of butter. The seaweed butter was a nice touch. Wish the service was a bit faster. The views and the bread were fantastic. read more

Dockside 1953 - ARTISAN BREAD SERVICE - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

If you look at my reviews, most of them are positive. This place had a great vibe to it, it just sucked. We stood behind one customer at the hostess station, she was trying to pay for her to go meal and the hostess was taking care of the transaction for 15 minutes. The place was mostly empty, the hostess asked if we had a reservation. When we said no, she looked over her glasses at us in disapproval. She seated us after asking for my cell phone number, what did she need my damn number for if we were being seated? Maybe she was supposed to give it to our disinterested server so our server could text us? Server showed up after a half hour wait. We were hangry at this point and ordered our cocktails and food as soon as she got there. Drinks came not too long afterwards, my Ole Fashioned was so watered down it looked more like a glass of water with a giant ice cube in it. My wife's cocktail was actually pretty good, even for being very watered down. Food portions were off, tasteless, and seemed like they sat for a long time before our server, who spent most of her time socializing with the other servers than serving her tables brought us our plates. Over priced, underserved, bad drinks, why go here? This place is actually in a freaking resort! read more

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Super disappointed with this spot,food was cold and flavorless. Service was just okay. The best thing about it was the view. Definitely wont be coming back read more

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Stopped for brunch a few weeks ago. Had such a great experience here! The service was excellent. Our server was attentive and had great drink recommendations that we really enjoyed. We started with the hummus and veggies appetizer, which was colorful, and tasty. I ordered the chilaquiles, they were delicious and had the right amount of crunch, just how I like them. The steak on top was a great addition and really rounded out the dish. My husband got the eggs Benedict, and he enjoyed them as well. The flavors were spot on, and everything was cooked just right. Between the delicious food, the well-made drinks, and the beautiful view, Dockside 1953 was an overall a good experience. Definitely recommend! read more

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The restaurant is a beautiful place to dine. It is a great meeting place to catch up with friends, celebrate a special occasion or bring out of town guests. You cant beat the spectacular view! read more

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Great ambiance, drinks, and service! Can't wait to go back! The food was fantastic for brunch! read more

Dockside 1953 - View - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Delicious lunch items Easy parking Fabulous San Diego views. Quiet! Good service. Refills happen and not overly attentive. read more

Dockside 1953 - View - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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The view is beautiful on the water. The service is a bit slower and your meal is meant to be enjoyed. You are not rushed and encouraged to spend time with people you are dining with. My party of 11 (5 adults, 6 kids) all ordered something different. Everyone very much enjoyed their food. AlWe loved being on the beach for our younger kids to play while we enjoyed adult company. A great restaurant. read more

We are here before an event on a boat departing from the hotel/resort. We sat outside and enjoyed the views of the water. There were barely any other people at the restaurant, but the staff was very weird about where they would allow you to sit. We tried to ask for another table that wasn't in the sun and they wouldn't allow us to sit there, even though it was never occupied while we were there and the place was 95% empty. Just odd. As for the food, they had a few vegetarian/vegan options, but not a lot, so we just ate appetizers. Here's what we ordered: - Tiki Tempest ($14, Ritual Rum Alternative, Lime, Demerara, Pineapple, Ginger Beer) - Tried one of their mocktails. It was good! - Artisan Bread Service ($13) - Really great butters to go along with decent bread. - Hummus Plate ($22) - Very tasty! Would have liked them to be more generous with the pita bread, only including a few small triangles. But the mix of veggies and falafel was nice. Too expensive for what it is, though. We found a thin piece of metal wire in our hummus (perhaps from a twist tie on some vegetables?). When we told our server, she just laughed and thanked us for pointing it out, but did not offer any compensation for it. The food was decent, but the service was a little weird. For these prices and this location, I'd expect the service to be superb, so was a little underwhelmed. read more

Great service, atmosphere, and food! I did not catch our servers name but she was very sweet and fast. We sat outside at a fire pit which was a beautiful view of the sunset. Seating was comfortable. I ordered the Caesar salad and added steak to it. I never finish my meals so this was surprising that I liked it so much I was able to finish it. My friends like their drinks, steak, pork tenderloin, Bahia Salad, and desserts. I had a taste of the tart dessert and it was a perfect tang and sour. read more

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Dockside 1953 is the relaunch of the on-site restaurant at the Bahia Resort Hotel in Mission Beach. It was formerly Cafe Bahia while 1953 represents the year the resort was founded. The property is on the southwestern edge of Mission Bay with a nice view of the water to the north. A large outdoor patio was available if you wanted to dine al fresco while looking at the bay. I decided to dine inside which turned out to be prudent because an isolated rain shower hit the area and forced the parties who were out on the patio to take refuge in the dining room. My visit occurred near the switch over from the breakfast menu to the lunch menu. The hostess gave me a copy of each after I was seated at a table. The latter had better selections which consisted of the following categories... Starters, Greens, Flatbread Pizza, Favorites, and Sides. For my meal, I chose a Wilted Spinach Salad and the Farm Bird Chicken Lollipops which were actually listed on the bar menu. The salad was made up of spoon spinach, tomato, candied pecans, tart apple, egg, and gorgonzola cheese. The dressing was a sherry-bacon vinaigrette. The medley of flavors ranged from the tartness of the apple to the sweetness of the pecans to the saltiness of the egg and cheese. The price tag was hefty for the serving size though. The small plate came as three drumettes coated with a hoisin chile glaze. A scoop of coleslaw was included in the center of the dish. I was quite disappointed at the amount of chicken. You can get eight to twelve chicken wings with the same amount of meat on each piece for the cost. While the setting of the restaurant was pleasant, the value and quality of the food were the reasons why I gave a three star rating for my lunch at Dockside 1953. read more

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Great friendly service, dog friendly and great food ! Be sure to custom order your avocado toast or it will be avocado on toast topped with a poached egg and hollandaise sauce on top of that ! read more

Dockside 1953 - Avocado toast sans egg - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

I came here with my team for work and we shared the hummus platter and artisan bread. I liked the bread as it was sourdough with two different spreads. The lobster mac n cheese was okay, but i think i should have tried the fish tacos instead. They forgot to give us plates at the beginning so that would have been helpful, but other than that, it was a nice experience especially as you get a good view of the water. read more

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This place is very nice spot for brunch and breakfast all the food from the fish taco to the market omelette and the pancakes is amazing The drinks and the food is abslotuly delicious and the vibes are cool live music also parking on site available. Service was great and very friendly staff. If you in SD CHECK IT OUT. ITS A NICE WAY TO START THE DAY read more

Came for brunch during a peak time of day and a peak week (spring break and Mustache Bash) and was pleasantly surprised by how chill it was and the quality of food and service. The resort was full, street parking was unavailable, we had to walk about 5-7 minutes, and that barely diminished the experience. 4 people ordered a really diverse selection of food and drinks, and everything was great quality and great value for the money considering the location. Shoutout to our server Patricia who did a great job with showing us a great time, helping navigate the menu, gracefully handling substitutions. No notes. If it holds up on 2nd try, it's going to be a go-to spot for us to take out of town guests from now on because there's something for everyone and not much to polarize. read more

We've been here before but this time they got it perfectly right. The place had good vibes. It was bust and we still had great service. The food we ordered was excellent. Splurge and get the bread service. It's worth the price and calories. read more

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Five star dining "on the beach," are you kidding me?! This is a great place near the Bahia resort, and features outdoor dining right off the beach. They have indoor tables, outdoor tables, or...if there's a little chill on the bay, you can get an outdoor table with a fireplace in the center so everyone stays toasty warm. And the food was very good. We tried the salmon, petrale sole, blackened ahi tuna and the shrimp roll, and it was all very good. Nice presentation and accompaniments, and very tasty. I will say that the menu felt a little limited in options, but we all found something that was great. Maybe an added option like mahi or swordfish or halibut would be nice!? But, this is a must try restaurant while in San Diego. Enjoying libations and a meal while sitting a few steps from Mission Bay is a unique experience. We shall return! read more

Dockside is a little restaurant In the Bahia resort on Mission Bay marina with outdoor and indoor dining. Came to celebrate a friend's birthday party and was seated in their spacious and open patio. It was a warm San Diego day, but there were strategically placed fans that picked up the breeze and felt like air conditioning. The service was impeccable and everyone was so nice, made sure our drinks were filled, answered questions, and gave prompt service. The food itself is overpriced and the portions are way small. I paid a little over 31.00 for an iced tea, the smallest omelet I've ever seen without any sort of meat or toast, and maybe 10 little potato wedges with one small cut piece of bell pepper and three small pieces of onion. My friend next to me got avocado toast and coffee and wound up paying over 40.00, next to me the birthday girl got pancakes, which were decent sized but for the price, outrageous. Overall if you have dispensable money and a small appetite, this is the place for you. I will not be back as I feel my money can be better used elsewhere. read more

Nestled within the Bahai Resort Hotel, Dockside is a gem! Reservations can be made and seating is lovely inside or out on the patio. Even with a slight chill in the air you can enjoy the fire side dining. The servers were very attentive and helpful. The food was divine. Highly recommend the Flat Iron Steak with Mac n cheese and broccoli is. The shrimp cocktail portion was large and tasteful. I'd eat here every night on vaca! read more

Aloha gang! My sister took me out for brunch over Memorial Day weekend and we enjoyed meal at Dockside 1953. The restaurant had a casual, Southern California vibe and was located at the Bahia Hotel and Resort. It's tucked away beyond the Bahia Hotel check-in area and just steps from the beach. The minute you step into the restaurant, you will automatically go into "relax" mode. I suggest finding a seat outside on the patio. You'll get a beautiful view of the bay,the beach and plenty of fresh air. For those who prefer to dine indoors, there's plenty of indoor seating as well. We decided to start with a Tiki Tempest mocktail. It included a rum alternative, Demerara, pineapple and ginger beer. It was a refreshing drink and perfect for brunch. For an appetizer, we ordered the Big Eye Tuna Tostada. It included seared Ahi Tuna, smoked Trout Caviar, Sirachi Aioli, cucumber, shallots and fresh seaweed all on a crispy tostada shell. The smoked Trout Caviar elevated the taste of the ahi tuna and the fresh seaweed topped off every savory bite and gave it that light salty finish. We decided to follow up with the Market Omelette. It included, tomato, relish, caramelized onions, spinach, feta cheese, mushrooms and breakfast potatoes. It was a typical omelette dish with nothing out of the ordinary, but it satisfied our breakfast craving. Overall, we enjoyed our visit. Our server, Ethan was great and checked on us to make sure all was good. We hope to return for dinner to try the outdoor seating with fire pits. read more

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Overpriced and the food was not good. Growing up on the coast I have eaten tons of fresh seafood. The shrimp I had from this restaurant tasted like it had been on the counter OVERNIGHT! Staff felt a bit pretentious, especially giving the prices they charge. I honestly could not recommend this restaurant to anyone, certainly not anyone that I liked... read more

We came for the stunning views, and unfortunately, the views were the only thing this restaurant had going for it. The pricing is absolutely absurd for the quality of food being served. A "mixed green salad" consisted of what appeared to be bagged greens and just four grilled shrimp... for $36. Not an exaggeration. Just greens and shrimp. The club sandwich was $26, which honestly could have been acceptable if the quality matched the price. It didn't. The bread was clearly stale, dry, and falling apart. It couldn't even hold the sandwich together. It tasted like day-old white bread and made what should have been a simple, reliable menu item completely disappointing. Service was equally frustrating. The restaurant was nearly empty, yet we waited 30 to 45 minutes for our food. There was no apparent reason for the delay. By the end of the meal, we had spent about $40 per person and left wondering what exactly we had paid for. Certainly not the food, the service, or the overall experience. This place seems to rely heavily on its beautiful location and views while charging premium prices for mediocre food and slow service. Save yourself the money, enjoy the scenery somewhere else, and eat at a restaurant that actually delivers value for what it charges. The view gets 5 stars. Everything else gets 1. read more

Service and atmosphere very good. Food was mediocre and over priced for the quality. Watch out for the "appreciation fee" on your tab, it unexpectedly adds an additional tip that is sneaky read more

Food and ambiance are great. We had breakfast there once during our stay at the resort. Service was okay. read more

Dockside 1953 - Chilaquiles - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Dined on a Monday night outdoors in late April 2025. The server turned the heat lamp on for us. We ordered bread and oysters to start. We thought the oysters were on special and didn't realize we were charged full price until the check came. That was our misunderstanding but a bummer. I think they were only $1 each in the special. They were super fresh. Had the crusted tuna and friends shared the sliders and a salad. They brought out a free dessert for my birthday. The server was great. He was attentive and joked around with us. We had a couple craft cocktails and shared a bottle of wine. I think the combo of the ambiance and food make it special. Unlike other reviews I've left about restaurants associated with hotels. This is an exception. It stands out. Have dined at other restaurants on the property even though I wasn't staying here. Would definitely return and recommend it. read more

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Views / location and vibes were great and that's about it unfortunately. Service was slow and inconsistent, fish and chips came out burnt, french toast was soggy, and we were given three different checks and receipts all for different amounts. The live music and good atmosphere weren't enough for me to be able to recommend. There's also no parking available unless you're staying at the hotel, which is disappointing. read more

My husband and I spent our anniversary at this restaurant last night and had a lovely dining experience. Our hostess Adena sat us down promptly at a lovely fire table. Our server Melanie was extremely attentive and went above and beyond taking care of us! Food was excellent! Thanks for a wonderful anniversary dinner! read more

Dockside 1953 - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Ambience was nice from the inside of the restaurant. Service and hospitality were more than caring from finish to end. I enjoyed the lobster mac n cheese and my salmon dish. Mocktails were interesting and had a kick to it. I would say from an overall view : Food 3.5/5 Ambience 4/5 Service 4/5 If you are looking for a quick spot to eat at the hotel and don't mind the budget this is it. If you do mind the budget and want to be full, this ain't it. read more

No Reservations , there's a wait Friday night . I was hoping to get in sooner than 25 minute wait with two small toddlers who are Hangry. Good thing the waiter who finally showed up put in my order right away . Wow the kids burgers are pretty huge and they come with a generous amount of fries . The kiddos devoured the cheeseburgers . Although I was not offered a refill on my beverage , I was offered a to go soft drink , which i absolutely loved ! I would have liked more dinner options. The ambiance and views are amazing . I never realized how beautiful it is here . read more

Dockside 1953 - Outdoor seating area - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place. There are no words. Most fancy and awesome hotels/resorts have the most average food and restaurants... so we walked in assuming to be fed but not amazed. And goodness were we wrong! This restaurant is AMAZING!!! The service was spectacular! The vibe was off the charts. Watching the sun set as we had dinner... and the sun over the water as we had brekkie.... It was absolutely amazing. The food was beyond incredible. If you can pick a place to eat - pick this one! read more

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I had an overall great night and dinner here at Dockside 1953. I opted to get their $45 Prime Rib Special at the time, which came with a salad, the prime rib, and a cheesecake for dessert. A lot of food at a decently good price, considering the ambience. As for the food itself, I enjoyed it for the most part. The caesar salad was a refreshing start to the meal, a bit bland but the cheese and croutons helped. The prime rib entree which I ordered medium rare was tasty! Well seasoned and pretty juicy. Love the broccolini on the side as well, but the baked potato had no flavor. The cheesecake for dessert was creamy and a nice finish to the meal! I really enjoyed the ambience here. On Thursdays there is a live performance. Definitely try to reserve a seat outside if you can so you get to watch the sunset by the dock. So beautiful, and the fire pit at our table kept us warm once the sun had set. I will say the seating arrangement made it hard to make conversation with the people who sit across you because they are too far. Also, our food came out after a ridiculously long time. Service was good but slow. read more

Dockside 1953 - Caesar Salad - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Excellent food and service with a perfect view. Ate there several times over my stay at the Bahia Resort and each time was a pleasant experience. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. Also the servers were all very good and professional with good personalities. Jim Howard read more

I stayed at Bahia for a work offsite and dined at their restaurant three times. Situated right by the private beach, the restaurant and bar offer stunning views of the bay. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, with heaters available to keep you warm on cooler evenings. The food was quite good overall. I ordered the Morning Bowl twice as a healthier option and really enjoyed it. That said, service was a bit slow--my meal took about 30 minutes to arrive, and oddly, my colleague received his bill before his food. While the server seemed a bit confused by the situation, they were courteous and quickly checked in with the kitchen to sort things out. On one visit, I also tried their tequila-based Bramble cocktail from the full bar inside--it was excellent! While I'm not sure I'd return unless I was staying on the property and had room credit, it's definitely a solid dining option if you're at the resort. read more

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