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    Pacific Coast Grill

    4.1 (2.2k reviews)
    PriceySeafood
    Open • 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Chilean sea bass and short rib
    Victoria A.

    We came here for our anniversary because I saw it was on the beach. Wow the view was absolutely exceptional. That truly made our experience great. We made reservations and got to seat immediately. Ordered calamari and a sushi roll - delicious. Got a couple drinks, delish. And then 2 entrees , short rib and the sea bass!! Everything was amazing from the dining experience to the service. It's a little pricey but I already was expecting that! Would deff return

    Crab cakes
    Tasha H.

    Pretty classic beach-side seafood grill type restaurant. Beautiful ocean views, and I found the service to be impeccable. Plenty to choose from on the menu from seafood classics to some sushi options, and we appreciated that there was a full separate veg menu to accommodate those in our party that had dietary restrictions Crab cakes - with a scallop on top!! Never seen that before and I was a happy camper Seafood pasta - huge portion, comes with cheese, classic and tasty

    Sam P.

    I have always loved this restaurant so as we have a work meeting in Carlsbad. I knew with the fantastic food and spectacular views, that this was the place to take my team! The location is fantastic and those ocean views are stunning - plus the beach is the perfect place to walk off those dinner calories! We began with cocktails and then worked our way through the apps and food menu: Sourdough, shrimp dumplings (amazing and the dish of the night), calamari, poke, truffle fries, sushi rolls! Each dish was superb, fresh and very generous servings! Definitely could not eat it all! We ended with three desserts including cheesecake and a delicious Creme brulee! Service was great, food delicious and the views are spectacular! Always love this restaurant!

    Ericka S.

    Wonderful time! We came here for a nice dinner on the last night of our California trip and we were not disappointed. First, Sherry was a joy! She was very nice, timed everything just right, and made us laugh along the way. We did valet because it's the easiest for parking and costs $10, not too bad compared to downtown parking anywhere else. We had a reservation and were sat right away. We weren't next to a window, but very close to one so we could see the ocean. They did also have outside seating it looked like, which is probably nice on non-humid days. I ordered 2 different cocktails (the my tai and the blackberry mojito) that were strong and good! We ordered the crab guacamole for an appetizer and loved it. Lots of crab right on top and we mixed it in to our liking, it went super well with the creaminess of the guac. For my main I got the coconut crab crusted mahi mahi. Let me tell you, that vanilla jasmine rice and the apple cider soy butter were on point! My meal was delicious! We got the tahitian coconut cheesecake to go and it was delightful. It had a passion fruit sauce and what I think was maybe a coconut milk sauce, the tangy and creamy were perfect together. This was a great meal with a beautiful view. We loved every bit of our experience. If we ever back in town, we are definitely coming back so I can try the other things I had my eye on.

    Dave L.

    Epic dinner on the beach. Yes, we did not have reservations, but like a miracle, they found us a table ON THE BEACH at sunset. You must sit outside. Epic views of crashing waves. Warm heaters keep you enjoying the sound of the waves crashing. We just saw a flock of pelicans soaring by. We ordered bread and shrimp dumplings. Our meal was a split Paella! It was incredible. We also had seafood pasta. The taste of the ocean was evident in our meals. The service was excellent. As the sun set, the colors changed. It was a great evening.

    Shrimp dumplings
    Andrew L.

    Pacific Coast Grill is an amazing restaurant with beautiful views and great food. Food: We ordered the shrimp dumplings for an appetizer. They tasted delicious and fresh. The sauce tasted good as well. I ordered the seafood pasta with no scallops. It tasted great. The seafood paella was very good. However, the rice was a bit undercooked. Service: We did not have a reservation. However, the hostess was nice enough to find us a table outside. Our server was friendly and helpful. Ambiance: The interior is very nice and modern. The outdoor seating was very nice. There seating inside as well.

    Beet salad
    Olesya P.

    Amazing place with amazing view. We made a reservation a few days in advance. We were seated right in front of the beautiful view. Service was super friendly, attentive and helpful. Food was absolutely amazing. We had ahi tuna tower but we asked for tortilla chips instead of wontons, and it was delicious. We also had an apple beet salad that was pretty good. I had seared ahi tuna and my husband had sea bass. Both dishes were exceptional. Also everything was pretty reasonable price compared to places in the area. They have valet parking, so you don't have to worry about parking in the busy area. We definitely had a great time.

    Spicy tuna and crab with fried jalapeno on the top!
    Calvin N.

    Had a great dinner with awesome views of the beach and water ! We arrived a little early so had a glass of wine and some fantastic oysters at the bar. We were seated right in time for our reservation. We started with perfectly fried calamari. We shared a couple more appetizers the crab cakes and spicy tuna and crab roll. Both were fabulous! Our server did a great job meaning all of our needs !

    The beautiful view
    Christie B.

    This restaurant is definitely a great place to eat! The food, service and view is all the best! The food was so fresh! The hot stone and cooking the tuna was so fun! The crab cakes were delicious. Everything was perfect!

    Hamburger (not on the menu but the server obliged).
    Andrea J.

    We decided to stop of during vacation for an early dinner after a whale watching boat tour in San Diego Bay. We got to the restaurant 30 minutes early, and they weren't seating for dinner yet. So we sat on the bar for a drink while we waited. The bartenders were attentive and the drinks were delicious! (Not pictured) We go a Pina-Rita and a pale ale. We got seated for dinner shortly afterwards outside by the beach and waves. The view was spectacular and they have umbrellas strategically placed to offer shade. We had to move ours a bit but it was super easy. We refreshed our drinks at this time but traded the 'Rita' with a 'My Tai', which was also amazing (pictured). I am NOT a seafood fan, but my husband loves it. We ordered the empanadas for an appetizer, I had the burger with havarti and bacon and my husband had the seafood pasta. Big portions and really yummy. For dessert we had to try the crème brûlée. Service was perfect and the food and view were amazing. I'd go back again.

    Fish and chips
    Lynn N.

    This is a great spot for groups. Reasonable prices for ocean view dining. Their menu has a nice variety of food and drink options. You can ask for their vegetarian or gluten free dedicated menus. The veggie burger with a black bean patty and veggie bacon was fantastic. Ask them to add their chipotle aioli as a condiment. It was a large portion with a side of fries or salad. The rosemary bread with butter is a nice starter for the table. Others at the table enjoyed their food, fried chicken sliders, fish and chips, beet salad, quesadilla, and lobster and shrimp chowder. Service is great. For a Sunday it wasn't busy at all and we got a window side table in the top floor without a wait. Valet parking $8.

    Hot rock and short rib empanadas
    Liz B.

    I came here for the last night of my trip to watch the sunset and the staff kindly moved my boyfriend and I to a window seat on the second floor when the bottom floor was too hot. We split all of our food and a lot of our items were delicious! We ordered: Surf & turf hot rock (8/10 tasted good but more gimmicky than anything) Short rib empanadas (3/10 these really were a let down - too dry and kind of flavorless) Coconut crab crusted mahi mahi (8/10 good flavor!) Pacific paella (9/10 this was delicious but it didn't have the crispy bottom I love in paellas!) Apple pie (10/10 this was a perfect way to end the night!)

    Calamari
    Carissa C.

    My family and I had a very nice lunch at Pacific Coast Grill. The restaurant is located right at the beach and this makes for a beautiful view. For a table of 6, our waitress was very friendly and attentive. To start, we split their calamari which was perfectly cooked and not too chewy. For my entree, I got their Baja Fish Tacos which were very flavorful and the fish was perfectly cooked as well. My husband got their Ahi Sliders which he really enjoyed but wished he had more than 2 sliders. For dessert, we all split their bread pudding and dark chocolate custard. Both were decadent and a treat! I really enjoyed the Kona coffee gelato that was served alongside the chocolate custard. Parking is $10 valet or street parking, and the valet staff was very quick. We'd love to return when back in town!

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    Ask the Community - Pacific Coast Grill

    Do they allow you to share entrees?

    Yes absolutely

    Do I need to make a reservation and is there a dress code?

    It’s very busy. Reservations required or you will have to do bar seating. It’s very casual— it sits on the beach,essentially.

    Hi! Do you have outdoor seating with an ocean view, and is it possible to request it when making a reservation?

    Yes, I usually make a request when I make a reservation.

    Is Pacific Coast Grill dog friendly?

    Yes! Outside patio I've seen a few!

    What is the corkage fee?

    I don't know the corkage fee

    What is parking like?

    There's a Commercial Building across the street that allows parking without a fee.

    Happy hour times?

    PCG does not have Happy Hours!

    When someone calls your number and it rings repeatedly before someone answers and almost immediately hangs up, does that indicate you're too busy/short staffed?

    no signs at all that PCG is short-staffed from my notice, rather the opposite! best to presume "bad luck" on a phone call disconnection: CALL BACK! And enjoy your dinner at PCG! SYOY! --Mike O.

    Is Pacific Coast Grill dog friendly outside in the patio?

    We only accept service animals.

    Vegan options for lunch?

    Yes, very accommodating

    What info can I receive about your Happy Hour please?

    No Happy Hour at PCG!

    Do you have gluten free options?

    Most wine is naturally gluten-free and safe to consume on a gluten-free diet. Red and white wine is made predominantly from grapes, which are gluten free.

    Is the patio covered if it rains?

    Yes, the patio is covered.

    Are there beach views and o outside seating?

    Yes, gorgeous ocean view from the patio. There's also an upper patio

    Is there brunch Sundays during this covid pandemic?

    Yes. U can sit in the patio with a nice ocean view

    Do they happen to serve brunch on Saturday as well as Sunday?

    Hello - we are a wine-tasting room, and offer on-site tasting as well as glass and bottle sales. We are open Friday - Sunday, 11 to 6 pm. Come up for a visit, and enjoy our views, and outside table service in a safely distanced manner.

    Do they have a kids menu? For brunch?

    Yes...They always have a kids menu going.

    How's the parking?

    They have valet and there is a public, beach parking lot just to the right.

    Do they have a happy hour? Details would be helpful if possible=)

    You have to eat in the bar though. Till 4pm.

    Is this where the old Beach House was?

    Yes, it will be a combo of Charlies and the old Beach House and construction is supposed to be done by the end of the year.

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    We had such a wonderful time here! They were working hard through a busy service, but everyone was…read moregenuinely kind and doing their best. We were perfectly happy relaxing and enjoying ourselves, and they still made sure we were well taken care of. We specifically came for the tuna tostadas, and they did not disappoint - amazing! The trio tacos were awesome too, the photos rlly don't do them justice. Everything tasted great, including the refreshing and ginormous michelada The hostess was also very kind and continued checking in on us despite how busy they were, and Jake was an absolute pleasure. He made us feel very welcome. Such a great experience - we'll definitely be back!

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    4.4(1.6k reviews)
    4.4 mi
    •$$

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    A wide range of fresh, high quality fish served in various form factors. The fish & chips were very…read moregood, with good quality cod (I think) and fresh cut fries that were reasonably crispy. But the batter was a bit too thick and salty for my taste. The side of tartar sauce was bland and needed a kick of sriracha and lemon. The Mahi three taco plate was very good and a fair value with decent sized pieces of fish and a tasty crema on the finely shredded cabbage and tomatoes. But the tortillas were too dry, which is inexplicable given the myriad great tortillerias in the region. Service was fast and efficient, and the ambience bustling with people jam-packed together scarfing their food. I really appreciate their ongoing excellent health inspection reports.

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    4.1(1.4k reviews)
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    Delicious food and friendly staff! We had a larger group with us, so we placed a very large order…read more Tacos, sandwiches, ceviche, and so much more. We tried different marinades and various fish, but my hands-down favorites were the lobster tacos (lemon butter) and the red snapper (fish shop) tacos. We also ordered large sides. They do NOT skimp out on these. Massive onions rings and a large pile of fries. All were delicious! The kids liked their grilled cheese sandwiches. "Best grilled cheese besides the ones we make at home." Only downside on the food was the clam chowder. Good flavor but hardly any clams (if any). I wouldn't get that again, but everything else was phenomenal. I almost rated this down to a 4 because of this (and a small order mishap), but honestly, this place is worth a solid 5 based on the overall food, vibes, and staff. This place's vibes are super chill. You can either sit inside or out. Very clean all around! Well-maintained restrooms and tables too. Solid drink options - both alcoholic and non-alcoholic as well! Would definitely go back!

    4.5 Food: 8.5/10…read moreService: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 Indoor and outdoor seating available. You order at the front and find a seat. Fish and chips were your typical but the fish was filling. Kids loved the popcorn shrimp. The special was a halibut taco and it was amazing and refreshing! Service was great with plenty of seating.

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    Valentina has become a neighborhood staple for good reason. They're really on point overall--the…read morevibe is relaxed and unpretentious (they even have a sign reminding you that this is not a fancy restaurant), yet the food and service feel decidedly elevated. We went last night for my mom's birthday dinner and tried a few dishes we hadn't had before. The Wienerschnitzel was fantastic, as was the chuletón--a massive 32-ounce bone-in ribeye that was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. We also ordered several of our favorites: the patatas bravas, with perfectly crispy little squares of potato; the alcachofa, a delicious smashed artichoke with aioli and lemon; the olives, which are perfection every time; and the pan tomaquet con Ibérico--fabulous Ibérico ham served over tomato toast. For dessert, we tried the buñuelos, which reminded me of a lighter, airier version of a churro, and the crema catalana, similar to crème brûlée. Both were a great finish to the meal. Valentina manages to strike that perfect balance: casual enough to feel like a neighborhood spot you can visit all the time, but with food and service that make it feel special enough for a celebration. Another excellent dinner and definitely one of our neighborhood favorites. We usually sit at the bar but enjoyed the dining room this last time!

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    4.5(133 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

    Tried Mia's new luncheon menu and it was excellent. Quinoa salad w/ shrimp and fish tacos were…read moregenrous portions, well-priced and both delicious. Service was professional and friendly and the booths were very comfortable. Mia's continues to be one of the best restaurants in SB. But please inprove your wine list and wine pricing. Too many supermarket wines at 4X retail is a turn off. The food deserves much better.

    Happy Hour review, with some non-HH items thrown in…read more We sat on the mostly empty patio with the pups, and enjoyed the atmosphere. However, it almost came not to be because when the server came to take our order she said "you can't have happy hour on the patio" (this made no sense as every other patio table, except for one, was vacant). Fortunately a manager or the like overheard the conversation and said that it was okay. We found the corner table of the patio a great place to hang out with the pups and enjoy some food and drink; they had plenty of room to chill, and we could people watch. For drinks I tried their Oaxaca Old Fashioned; which was okay, but I've definitely had better (the OOF at The Remy for example). For my second drink I switched to beer, and I was quite impressed with the La Lupulosa IPA (from Insurgentes). As for food the wife and Itried: - Volcano Tostada x2 ($5 each) -- I wasn't a fan, but my wife liked it (makes sense as she is much more partial to chorizo than I am) - Ceviche ($12)- not to our liking as it was on the sweeter side (we like ceviche to have a nice kick to it; Mia's, like too many others, seem to Amercanize their ceviche for people not accustomed to spicy) - Fish Taco ($5)- it was fine, but not a standout in an - Chile Relleno ($22.50); it was good. - Empanadas x2 ($5 each) -- these were the standouts of the food; we both enjoyed them a lot, and this is what will get us back for their HH in the future. Total bill $100 + tip. Next time we come back will probably add in an entree to share as they list some good ones on the menu.

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    4.0(263 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    •$$

    Probably the freshest poke bowl in town. Real, fresh tuna. No frozen cubes here…read more The grilled shrimp burrito and tacos are always excellent too. Really can't miss. Friendly service in a mellow beach setting.

    A friend told me on my next trio to SoCal I HAD to try the Poke bowl at Fish 101. So on this…read moreparticular Sunday I made my way up to Cardiff, found street parking and walked into Fish 101. The vibe is super casual beachy. Shoe may be required, but you can literally walk off the beach or get dressed up and you'll fit right in. You order at the counter and while there is a chaotic Chalkboard with suggestions there is also a comprehensive paper menu available as well. The portions are a good size when you are tempted to order multiple items to try, you will absolutely have leftovers. I really wanted to try fresh fish tacos as well, sadly they do NOT mix and match. You order 3 of any one kind. I ordered 3 mahi tacos, no crema and ordered the poke bowl to-go. The mahi tacos were not street tacos, but decent sized. The taste was 100% fresh and with only slaw and a little pico I tasted every bit of the mahi and it was cooked perfectly. I was able to enjoy my poke Bowl later that evening for dinner and it was spectacular! Truly the best Ahi I have had in a very long time! I am already trying to figure out how I can get back up there to have it again before my trip is over.

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    Fish 101 - Mahi tacos - amazing! *No mix & match

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