Pacific Catch has an amazing atmosphere and has quickly become my go-to spot for seafood in San Diego. As one of the newer spots in UTC, I was excited to give it a try, and it did not disappoint. The food was excellent, and I genuinely believe they have some of the best seafood in the area. I also want to give a special shoutout to Mario, our bartender/server. He was incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and attentive throughout our visit. He went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience and really helped create a welcoming, fun atmosphere in the restaurant. I will definitely be returning in the near future! read more

Nice place with attractive, airy decor. They offer a selection of both raw and and cooked seafood, salads, and cocktails. Their summer specials are especially nice. My group ordered the different versions of poke (poke guacamole, poke duo, and poke avocado duo, and a grilled salmonover Caesar salad. Our food was very fresh and of excellent quality. Why then only the stars? Two things: First, the menu presents several dishes, but many of them are different combinations chosen from a limited number of ingredients, so not really as extensive as it would seem at first glance; second, service was AWOL. We had to leave the table more than once to find our server. The neglect made it difficult to enjoy the meal. So, it's a lovely place with nice fresh ingredients and delicious dishes that needs serious work in training and supervising the service staff. read more

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Stopped by Pacific Catch at UTC for happy hour and were genuinely surprised by how good everything was! The food was excellent, the drinks were really affordable, and overall it was a great happy hour spot. Definitely try the shrimp ceviche--it was easily one of the highlights. Super fresh and flavorful. The steak tacos were bomb too and definitely worth ordering! Great food, cheap drinks, and a nice atmosphere. We'll definitely be back for happy hour again! read more

We've been back for lunch twice in July, and I've really enjoyed an item from their Feel Good 5 menu -- the Citrus-Pepita Salad with Shrimp (5/5 $13.95 +$7 for Shrimp). This is a nice bowl of organic greens with avocado, orange, jicama, pepita, queso fresco, pickled red onion, cilantro, and quinoa served with a citrus-mango vinaigrette and a grilled lemon -- topped with six shrimp. The Guacamole (4/5) here is very good, and I enjoy the Tropical Ice Tea (5/5). There are two patio seating areas, one of which is pet friendly. Both are quieter than sitting in the dining room, which is where we sat today. Service varied across these two lunch visits It was terrific today with an attentive server; last time, a different server was nowhere to be found when we needed her. UTC paid parking (1st hour free). Dog read more

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Dear diary, Today we went in for an early dinner with a few friends. The atmosphere was very bright and clean with plenty of room for our party of 9. Our server Jake took care of us in a timely manner and was attentive the whole time we were there. Me and my boyfriend got the ahi poke bowl and the grilled salmon bowl. These bowls were massive. They had rice, seaweed salad, ginger, etc. It was delicious and fresh. I would definitely recommend trying this spot if you're in the area. read more

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Found in a mall with some wonderful restaurants, this has a special, upbeat decor that makes for dining in a great atmosphere. They have indoor and outdoor seating for all tastes. The service was good, but not incredible. The maitre'd was friendly and seated us quickly in a booth. The waiter came over to ask about drinks and delivered them. After that, we ordered. We ordered the edamame as a starter. It was very good, served warm with a delicate seasoning. I ordered the miso black cod which was amazing. My husband ordered the Summer Sea Bass which he really enjoyed. Here is my big problem. We asked to have the edamame brought out first as our appetizer. We didn't have it in front of us for more that 5 minutes and they brought out the entrees. When I specifically say we want something first and then they bring out the rest of the food so quickly, you can't enjoy everything. Either the entrees get cold while you finish the starter or (as in this case) we stopped eating the first course, ate our entrees and took the edamame home. They are not the only restaurant who has done this. However, at a high end restaurant, it was unexpected. Also, I ordered an ice tea to drink and was never offered a refill. To sum it up, the food was incredible, the atmosphere great and the service horrible. The server only came over once to see how we were doing. This person definitely needs more training in customer service. read more

Pacific Catch - Miso Black Cod - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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I used to go to pacific catch years ago when I lived in the Bay Area so a few years ago I was happy to hear they were opening down here. I have been multiple times over the years and the service and food have remained consistent. After an appointment, I was hungry and realized I was close by. Perfect lunch option. Parking is free for the first hour and I was able to get a spot relatively quickly. I was greeted and seated instantly. I ordered an Arnold Palmer and one of their choices of bowls. My Arnold Palmer came quickly and the server was friendly. My sashimi bowl came shortly thereafter. It was a good size and tasted good. The pickled veggies were a little salty but I just kept them to the side. I will definitely continue to visit as it reminds me of home and it's quick, easy & reliable when I'm hungry read more

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My second, third, and fourth visits to pacific catch included dining at the exterior low-top tables, interior hightop tables, and carryout. SERVICE was quick for carryout and smaller orders. FOOD 5/5 West Coast I Salmon Bowl: roasted cauliflower, avocado, radish, cilantro-pepita pesto, soy-tahini drizzle, brown rice-quinoa, organic greens (ingredients were all fresh and flavorful) 5/5 Poke: fresh, loved the sprouts 4.5/5 Steamed Clams w herb butter broth w white wine, Fresno chiles, cilantro, lemon, grilled bread 4.5/5 shrimp ceviche: acidic, flavorful, chunky 4/5 Eggplant: herbaceously flavorful although a bit undercooked for me 4/5 Brussels: tender and slightly crisp 4/5 Mai tai: spirit and sugar forward (too sweet for me) read more

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Pacific Catch is serving up seafood in the Westfield UTC mall. Located on the Crate and Barrel side right across from Blue Bottle Coffee, they have plenty of inside and outside space to enjoy a meal. The best time to come is during their Aloha Hour. Especially now that the parking rules have changed at UTC and you're more likely to have to pay for parking to get anything done here, you might as well get some savings somehow! Their aloha hour deals are really good with share plates, sushi and drinks all at a great price. I found the food to be tasty! I like that there's a lot of possibility for customization, where you can order a fish cooked your way with a choice of sides. The food is good and it's a nice mid-tier option at the mall. More upscale than some of their fast casual spots, while still being relaxed enough to jump into with your shopping bags. read more

Overall, we had a good experience. The food was fresh and nicely presented, and everything we ordered tasted good. However, nothing really wowed us or made it stand out from similar restaurants. The only downside was the service. There weren't many guests, but it still took longer than expected for someone to come to our table and check on us. Still, it's a nice spot with decent food, and I'd be willing to give it another try. read more

Pacific Catch - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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the "salmon" poke bowl is cooked salmon. I brought it to their attention and they just said sorry, we dont do salmon poke. Then why is even an option to change from ahi tuna to salmon. This is just misleading. The attitude was too bad, you got what you ordered. This is definitely not what id expect from a nice restaurant. I can see why its now empty and no longer the go to place anymore. read more

Pacific Catch - their salmon poke bowl, with cooked salmon????!? - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Always come with our office for happy hour and Debbie and her team provide the best customer service! Great food drinks and service! Thank you Debbie!! read more

Went for a work lunch before it got busy (around 11am) so that was nice. Service was good and food came out at a decent time. The menu had nice options as well. The food itself was kind of mid. The food wasn't hot when it came and it seemed like it wasn't the best quality. It just tasted ok. I was pretty full after but nothing really stood out to me. read more

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Sat at the bar on a Thursday afternoon for lunch. Bartender made delicious cocktails that we customized. Perfectly balanced. For lunch we got the season salad with salmon. The salmon tasted so fresh and was cooked perfectly. My husband got 2 appetizers and was pleasantly surprised. read more

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This was my first time trying this place and it was wonderful! The restaurant was very cute classy Oceanside vibes and very welcoming. We got a seat outside on the patio and it was so peaceful not even feeling like you're in a mall! The food was so fresh and flavorful! I had the fish and chips which had a jalapeno tartar sauce which was amazing!! Fish was cooked perfectly. We also got steamed clams which I hadn't had before and WOW. So yummy and flavorful and the sauce they come in!! My friend got poke which she loved and ate every bit of! If you're looking for a nice spot while in the area this is definitely a must!! read more

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Professional service. Comfortable seating. Located at the luxury UTC mall, with lots of shopping opportunities nearby. Delicious food. No complaints! read more

Pacific Catch - Tinga Tacos - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

We actually eat Pacific Catch pretty often but mostly by ordering to-go or through a food delivery app. The food has always been pretty great even for take-out so I was interested to see if our dine-in experience would be any different. If you're coming for Happy Hour, let the host know because I think it's only available at the bar and/or the tables around the bar. Since we weren't interested, we asked to be seated in the outdoor patio. Cabo Calamari: Great appetizer to share, tons of bite-sized, crispy pieces. The chipotle aioli is spicier than you would think! I really liked that they also fried slices of lemons. Fish & Chips: Comes with three pieces of Alaska Cod, slaw, and your choice of fries, salad, or chips and salsa. The cod batter was fried crispy but I thought the fish was just okay. Not the best in San Diego, but not the worst. Korean BBQ: This is my go-to order and I usually get steak. Super saucy, which goes great with the kimchi fried rice. You also get an egg with the yolk still intact so I'll usually pop it and mix it in with the rice for some creaminess. I usually don't have an issue with the brussels sprouts but this time, it didn't seem like the flavors absorbed well so each bite was bland. Overall, a good meal but a little pricey, especially with the Korean BBQ. Make sure to sign up for their rewards program because you can get free bowls on your birthday! read more

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I have reviewed Pacific Catch in Tustin and as always this place is up to its great standard. Place is located inside La Jolla Mall. Lots of parking at the entance of the restaurant, but it is paid parking. Ordered the Coconut Shrimp as usual, it was good today although they over fried a bit the Coconut. Had the Blood Orange Margarita for the first time. Spicy, sweet and tarty at the same time. Loved it since I don't like se For entrees we had the Chicken Tinga Bowl and the Sashimi Bowl. Both were an explosion of flavors in your mouth. The Sashimi Plate was very big and complete. Relaxed ambiance. Service was good and fast. read more

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The happy hour menu for pacific catch caught my eye right away! The drinks alone were on such a fantastic deal, but the food was tremendously marked down. I noticed when reading the reviews that a majority of the negative ones were service related but i decided to ignore that - i should not have. The service was horrific. It took so long to get a waiter to bring us water & happy hour menus but unfortunately it did not stop there. Whenever we requested the server to come by he grudgingly walked over and then did not give us the happy hour prices on some of the drinks. overall, yes the food was decent but nothing great and the service was rough. read more

I absolutely love going to Pacific catch for tasty casual eats. They're usually always is room in this refreshing restaurant to do walk-ins and I've always had extremely friendly staff. I've been here a few times and I really like the pupu platter if you'd like to get a lot of diversity. As you can see from my picture, however I think one of the best items on the menu is this trio of Ahi prepared three different ways. The sear was too perfection and melted in my mouth. I also really loved both different types of poke and a generous amount of rice, seaweed salad, and other add-ons. read more

Pacific Catch - Chirashi Bowl | Ahi Three Ways - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

pacific catch: the portionss r hugeee! food was alright tbh. but ambiance was nice. poke and tuna quality was mid, but not bad, and i felt like the sauce on the poke was too salty. the calamari was also ok- i think after i had calamari in italy, none of the ones here compare i think theyre happy hour menu seem alot worth it w the drinks! service was quick and attentive! read more

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This is definitely going to be one of my go-to spots now at UTC. It's a hidden gem tucked in the back of UTC mall near Somi Somi, don't know how I hadn't tried it before especially being someone who LOVES seafood. Ambiance - open and airy when you walk in. Noise levels, despite having 2 big parties, were moderate and comfortable. Service - amazing. I was indecisive (too many good options to choose from) but Alexandria S was super patient with me and helped guide me to the right choice for the evening. Food - I had the Kona Kanpachi with the house salad and japanese yams. I ate everything, I'm not sure they even had to run the plate through the dishwasher after I was done with it lol. The house salad was delicious, kind of reminded me of a mushroom salad but with lettuce in it. Super flavorful and I loved the different textures. The yams (cooked to perfection, crispy outside and soft inside) were covered in a yellow curry. Delicious. The Kanpachi was perfectly cooked as well; crispy skin on the outside, moist on the inside. It came with a chimichurri sauce on the side and grilled lemon which were both great additions. Pricing - I felt the freshness, flavors, and overall portion size lined up with what I'd expect to pay. Overall, 10/10. I'm so excited to come back and try more! read more

Pacific Catch - Kona Kanpachi with house salad and Japanese potatoes - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Happy hour started off with very few tables being occupied, but that quickly changed and suddenly the restaurant was packed! Thankfully, the staff still came around regularly and kept the food & drinks flowing. We sat in the bar area, adjacent to the indoor/outdoor bar where fresh air flowed throughout the space. Definitely felt the chill vibes here. THE FOOD. - Baja Ceviche. Bright and zesty with shrimp that tasted fresh, each bite popping with citrusy tang. - Guaca-Poke. A fun idea, but the poke got completely lost in the avocado mix. - Original Ahi Poke. Mildly fishy, but still clean and tender. Comes with crunchy wonton chips. - Sashimi Hand Roll (Spicy Salmon). Fatty, rich salmon with rice, wrapped in a crisp seaweed wrapper. - Baja Style Taco (Crispy Cod). Mildly fishy but flaky, with a light and crunchy batter. THE DRINKS. - Guava-Rita. Sweet, tropical guava notes made it dangerously easy to drink. - Shark Fin. Sour enough to make your face slightly pucker, but the sweet honey-guava syrup helped balance this drink out. THE PARKING. UTC did what UTC does: charged for parking. I paid $4 for a few hours, which honestly felt like a win. THE VERDICT. Good food, attentive service, and playful drinks. If you're craving seafood snacks in a laid back, modern setting and don't mind paying a few bucks to park, this spot is worth checking out. read more

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We came in during happy hour and were satisfied with everything we ordered. There was plenty of seating inside and outside. We decided to sit outside. All the food was delicious and the server was fast. read more

Pacific Catch - Teriyaki Bowl, Serrano Ahi Poke, Baja Shrimp Ceviche - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

I came here on a Thursday evening after making a reservation through OpenTable, but it wasn't necessary since there was plenty of seating available. They offer both indoor and patio seating, and the patio is covered. Our server was fantastic. He immediately brought out two bowls of ice for my dogs, which they absolutely loved. The restaurant is very dog-friendly and even has an adorable pup menu. Unfortunately, my dogs have sensitive stomachs, so they weren't able to enjoy any of the items. We ordered: * Guaca-Poke: this was delicious and incredibly fresh. The poke was excellent, and I loved the chips they served with it. My only suggestion would be to include a few more chips on the plate. * Korean BBQ Steak: absolutely phenomenal. The portion was large enough to easily share between two people, and the steak was cooked perfectly. If you sign up for their app, they offer a free shareable on your visit, which is a great deal and honestly what brought us through the door. One thing they should update is that the app doesn't clearly state you can't combine more than two offers. The service was one of the highlights of our visit. Our server was wonderful with the dogs, checked on us regularly, and gave excellent recommendations. He did accidentally forget to remove the complimentary shareable from the bill, but we caught it before paying, and he fixed it immediately without any issue. The restaurant was fairly quiet during our visit. The ambiance was decent, though a bit bright and lacking some atmosphere. That said, the food quality and service more than made up for it. The dog-friendly environment is a huge bonus, and I'd definitely return for the excellent food and hospitality. read more

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The waiter was really sweet, and made sure to seat us at table where we wouldn't feel too cold. The standout dish of the night for me was the mixed catch platter ($23.95). This came with two pieces of cod, three coconut shrimp, calamari, sesame slaw, and three types of sauces (tartar, chipotle aioli, and Thai sweet chili sauce). This was so delicious, perfectly fried, and a large portion. Other entrees that we ordered were: -Barramundi sea bass ($29.95): You get to pick a style and two sides so we went with asian herb chimichurri, mexican corn, and regular fries. The fish was quite tender. -Fish and Chips platter ($19.95): This was good, but the mixed catch platter was a much better deal. -One more mixed catch platter ($23.95) **The platters come with your choice of fries, salad, or chips and salsa.** This is a solid restaurant when you are craving seafood! I highly recommend that you try the mixed catch platter. read more

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Dining at a restaurant in a mall is always convenient with little ones because as an iPad-free family, we can take them outside for a stroll around the mall while waiting for the food to arrive. We ordered the guacamole and chips, steamed edamame, Korean ribs, fish taco platter, lobster and salmon sushi rolls (not pictured) everything was great for sharing, fresh and delicious! The restaurant decor was bright and clean and the indoor/outdoor patio was a nice and breezy for a fall dinner with family. The staff was helpful as we had a large party of 7 adults and 2 kids, we didn't have reservations on a Saturday night and didn't have to wait too long. read more

Pacific Catch - Fish Taco Platter (2) - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great fresh sashimi bowls and excellent barramundi and salmon entree. Good services. We requested booth seating and got accomdated this time. read more

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I'm really disappointed with my recent order of the shrimp ceviche. I've ordered it several times before and always enjoyed it, but this time it was completely different. The ceviche was extremely citrusy and acidic, to the point where I was literally wincing with every bite because it was so harsh. The next day, I developed painful white bumps (papillitis) all over my tongue, and I'm still dealing with them now. Eating and talking comfortably has been difficult because of how irritated and painful my tongue has become. What's frustrating is that I've had this dish multiple times before without any issues. The excessive acidity made me question whether the shrimp was as fresh as it should have been, since ceviche sometimes relies on extra citrus to mask seafood that isn't at its freshest. I wanted to share my experience because this wasn't a minor irritation, it has caused days of discomfort and is still affecting me. I hope the restaurant looks into its food preparation and quality control so this doesn't happen to anyone else. read more

Been here a couple of times and the service is a hit or miss depending on how busy they are. The food is consistently good though. Don't miss the short ribs. Sampler platter is a good way to try everything. read more

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I wanted to give this restaurant another chance. When they first opened I had a fabulous meals. So excited I went back a couple weeks later and was highly disappointed. Fast forward a couple years I went back for dinner. Our server was delightful but my dinner went from bad to worse. I ordered the West Coat Style grilled salmon. The salmon was overcooked, so I sent it back. The second salmon was the same overcooked dry fish. Instead of asking if I wanted something else they tried a third time. Third time was not a charm - it was raw inside. At that point I handed back the dish. A few minutes later the a waiter came over and told us our meal had been comped. So I had no food. My kids did enjoy their dishes. So 1 star for raw food served. We all know that is unacceptable in any dining situation unless it is meant to be served raw. The Kanpachi from the grill was well done. The chimichurri sauce had a little kick. The wagyu burger was enjoyed by my son. The calamari with Fresno peppers was delicious. Not sure I will go back. read more

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Second time I've been to this place in the past two years and I am pleased to report they have maintained the same quality and consistency of their food. We started off this the fried calamari which was not greasy, very fresh and came with a dipping sauce which perfectly complimented the calamari. We then ordered the tacos, wifey got the fried shrimp and fish and I got the 3 taco combo, fried shrimp, fish and the Chilean Sea Bass...they were all excellent...they also came with the side of chips or salad...we opted for the salad with the miso dressing on the side...the salad was super fresh with micro greens, edamame and associated greens...it was super delicious and honestly did not even need the dressing. Great service provided by Ashley and met the very sweet and kind GM Debbie...looking forward to going back to try some of their other dishes...enjoy !!! read more

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I've dined in as well as have gotten taken out several times from this place and I highly recommend it!! Their seafood is top notch. I particularly love the chillean sea bass tacos (which you can request with lettuce wraps instead of tortillas for those ordering a gluten free or low carb option!). These are amazing and I keep coming back to these. The sides are great too - miso side salad which is always fresh and a high quality selection. Their gluten free West Coast salmon bowl is my 2nd go to - always super delicious and fresh! The dining atmosphere is fun, great friendly service whenever I have dined in. One thing of high praise regarding take out is that they consistently use compostable take out boxes and flatware. Environmentally friendly and no microplastics to worry about!! Another huge plus of why I love this place! read more

We love Pacific Catch! Food is always good. Service is good except the last few times we've gone, the service has been slow as in waiting for the waiter/waitress to come greet us and take our drink order. Love the ambiance and location. One disappointing thing at our last visit were the cups. Had a lot of hard water stains and scratches, it was kinda gross. Nonetheless, it's a great place with yummy food! Especially their salmon chowder...my fave! read more

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Awesome vibes! Food was amazing, the steak was so good, service was very good! Hannah was beyond exceptional. Felt like it was extended family celebrating my Dads birthday with us. We loved her. Will be back. read more

Of all the restaurants we could have chosen at Westfield UTC, I chose one that I didn't enjoy what I ordered. Came here on a Sunday around noon and the place just had a sparse number of patrons for such a large establishment. Chose Pacific Catch mainly because my wife wanted to have a healthier meal though I would have chosen ramen or a smash burger. My wife got the salmon on the grill , seasoned with Asian herbs with a salad and Kim chee rice. Seeing that I wasn't craving for seafood (at a seafood joint), I opted for the Korean BBQ ribs with Kim chee rice and Brussels sprouts. So first thing I noticed it wasn't beef but PORK. And the ribs didn't have the Korean bbq taste I'm use to but had some generic southern style flavor that was trying to be Asian. It was mid. Portions was large but had that "straight from the freezer and cooked" taste. The Kim chee fried rice was clumpy, thick and I didn't enjoy it. The egg on top was good and helped eat some of the rice. There was a large amount of Brussels sprouts that would fill a separate entree. It was ok, it was topped with another sweet sauce that was fine but that wasn't supposed to be the focus of the order. I took home a lot of it to go but not sure whether I would eat it again but at least my dog can enjoy the bones. My meal- 2 stars Yeah, I probably chose the wrong item at a seafood place so take my review with a grain of salt. Would I come here again? Considering how many restaurants I still want to try at Westfield UTC, probably not read more

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MUST TRY!!!!! Amazing happy hour and a menu full of delicious options. Ever since I found this gem at the UTC mall, I can't stay away! The bartenders are always so welcoming and attentive, which makes dining at the bar my go-to. It does get busy during happy hour, but that just shows how good it is! Fresh food, healthy protein-packed choices, and a rewards program that's totally worth signing up for if you come often. I am making it my goal to try everything on the menu... so far my favorites are the summer special sea bass, the steak taco from happy hour, the salmon bowl, and ceviche! I can't wait to try more read more

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Pacific Catch is a fairly good seafood restaurant, but you have to be particular. The prices are fair but some of the bowls are not for me. One of the best things is the happy hour, which has full bar service and very good prices for the UTC Mall. The staff is inconsistent, and sometimes things take a long time to be brought to the table. However, my family likes this place a lot so I will be dining here again, for sure. read more

Been here a few times before pretty good place overall! My bowl was huuuge and was expecting a bit more flavor, sauces, etc. The restaurant doesn't validate parking at UTC so keep that in mind! read more

Pacific Catch - Chirashi Bowl | Ahi Three Ways - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

One of the best services I've ever received at UTC. I rolled in 30 minutes until closing and was 15 minutes to my reservation and was met with a pleasantly surprising welcoming demeanor. I felt bad for coming in so close to closing time but they did not have any issues. We made sure to order quickly and our food came out fast and was SO good. I recommend the tuna platter and tuna sushi roll. Our waiter, a young man with glasses, was such a great server! Thanks so much for a great visit. read more