Best short rib I've ever had in my life!!!! I closed my eyes as I savored it. The parsnip purée was equally amazing. What a well-executed dish! Very beautiful restaurant on the water. Wonderful wait staff, Frank was a delight! Our water was consistently filled, and our cocktails were amazing as well. I got the SD Lemon Drop. It's a bit pricey, but the food is of great quality so I feel it's worth it. read more

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I stopped in Red Marlin to grab a bit with my colleagues. We were seated immediately. I love that I could look out at the boats on the water while eating. So relaxing. I ordered a omelet with cheddar cheese, spinach, and chicken sausage. It came with potatoes and bread of my choice. I chose sourdough. The omelet was nice and fluffy. I was expecting yellow cheddar cheese, but I guess they use white cheddar instead. Overall, it was a tasty breakfast. Our waiter did bring over our check prior to us asking for it. Not sure what that was about, but it made up feel rushed to get out of the restaurant. read more

Red Marlin - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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I hate to have to leave this review but the food was not good and expensive. Service and ambience are great so 1 star for each of those. Food came out super slowly and they weren't busy. Not sure what took so long but at that point my kids were getting super fussy and we ended up packing the rest to go. However, we didn't eat much of it bc it was bland and flavorless. We were staying at the hotel so we ate here for convenience but will not be eating here anymore. Probably would be fine to just get drinks here though. Nice view from the restaurant read more

Red Marlin - Took the food back to our room and ate on the balcony - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

The staff was welcoming and friendly. We decided to stop at the bar for from appetizers and drinks. We decided for the clam chowder and sourdough bread. The chowder was delicious but the sourdough bread was warm and cheese was perfectly melted within the bread. The ambiance was nice and quiet because we went on an off time. We were able to chat with the staff longer and learn about the area. We will definitely be back for some more bread. read more

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The music. The ambiance The service The food this place is amazing. Here for my birthday and man its awesome read more

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When you come to red Marlon in San Diego, ask for Charlie located in Mission Bay! Tonight was my first time here and I had an amazing experience. Thank you Charlie.! read more

I wish I took pictures of the food bc every single thing we ate was just delicious. They were able to accommodate our party of 13. The space is amazing and even reserved a fire pit for us afterwards for drinks. While the menu is limited trust me it's delicious and worth every bite. Service was also fast and friendly. read more

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Food is fine but service very average. Also, very understaffed. Sunday morning with empty tables as not enough employees. Sat at bar one time and bartender was nice but was very inattentive to customers sitting at the bar. Overall disappointed. As a Hyatt globalist I expect better! Having said all that it is a nice harbor view... but still 3 stars. read more

This is an overpriced restaurant. You're paying for a lovely view of the bay, but you could get the same view from the railing outside. We were disappointed that we reserved a table when no one else was in the restaurant. It was happy hour, but we were not allowed to have happy hour prices since we had a seat within the restaurant. We would've had to go outside to have the happy hour cocktails we couldn't even go outside get the cocktails and then bring them to our table. Absolutely ridiculous and unnecessary! Our server was nice. The food was average. The menu is not very interesting. The view was lovely. Overall, I don't recommend it, honestly. I had the salmon. It was a three out of five. My husband had the ribeye steak. It was very overpriced and just average. We had a beet salad. It had several ingredients, but somehow it was flavorless. We did enjoy the brussels sprouts. read more

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Good food and service, easy to get a table, but expensive, not worth eating at unless you're staying at the hotel and want the convenience (in which case it was worth it for us). Menu is also on the smaller side. read more

The place was practically empty at 6pm. That should've been a red flag , Very limited menu, my wife had a bowl of clam chowder and I had the swordfish and we both had water. As soon as we eft the restaurant stomach cramps and fell sick to my stomach I barely made to the room. I won't go onto details my wife followed with the same practically all night. read more

We waited 30 minutes in line with four hungry kids, only to finally reach the front and be told by the host and manager to step aside and continue waiting. Meanwhile, we watched them seat the entire line of guests who had arrived after us. Some of those guests were already getting drinks and walking around the breakfast buffet while we were still standing there waiting. After another 10 minutes, the manager finally came over to seat us. At that point, we had been waiting long enough that we started reading reviews of the restaurant, including concerning reports about health-code violations. Between that and the experience we had already received, we decided it was time to leave. To top it off, there is a mandatory 19% gratuity, which made the poor service even more frustrating. Thankfully, we walked a short distance down the boardwalk to Charli's Landing, and the difference was night and day. The staff was friendly, welcoming, joked around with us, and provided great service. After the experience we had just had with four hungry kids, it was exactly what we needed. I would absolutely recommend Charli's Landing instead. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this place based on our experience. read more

3rd time here. Party of 6 on a Friday 8:30am. It's New years week. They are full. Service is slow and inattentive. Perhaps we are a big party? We sat almost an hour before the waiter checked on our ticket. Everyone else has eaten and left. If it weren't for the fact that our breakfast is included in our stay, I would've walked out. The food: I got the avocado toast. The dish can out with a tower of arugula. I pushed it out looking for my avocado. It was guacamole spread on toast and not a whole lot of it. I think most of the food was rushed because we had waited so long. I asked to speak to the manager after my meal. She did apologize. She offered to remove my dish but I told her breakfast was included in my stay. She tried to make it right. If breakfast wasn't included in my stay, I would not eat here. The prices are high and so not match the portion or quality of the food read more

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I will start by saying the service was great. Absolutely no complaints there. The cheesy bread boule was fantastic. The rest of the meal was not good at all. I had the salmon which was the whitest salmon I have ever seen and it tasted "off" but I think that was due to whatever the corn side dish that was also on the plate. My husband's ribeye was okay. For the price we have had far better. We will not go back. I will end with saying the service was fantastic. The food just doesn't add up to anything more than a 2. read more

Came for happy hour because we had a boat excursion around the corner and was an easy find. Regular menu is pricey but happy hour was easy and great. read more

Red Marlin - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

The food was excellent! We arrived around 530 with our reservation. We asked the hostess if we could start with happy hour at the bar first and then head to a table for dinner. She seemed kinda confused about it and asked the manager. He said we could sit outside if we would like and we could have happy hour and our dinner as well. It was a beautiful night out, so we said yes. The manager then served us the whole time. Service was very friendly and the food was very good. We ordered the wings and the cheesy sourdough bread as appetizers. For our meal, we both ordered the filet and the loaded mashed potatoes. The flavors were excellent and cooked perfect. Wine was nice and cold and view was wonderful! read more

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Good experience overall. I ordered the swordfish and an Old Fashioned--both were really good. The only downside was the food took quite a while to come out. If service was a bit faster it would've been a great visit. read more

Red Marlin - Swordfish - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Good food if you have the time to wait. My husband enjoyed the swordfish and daughter loved her Mac and cheese! Restaurant was clean with a great view of the water. read more

Red Marlin - Pappardelle Pasta - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Had an amazing dinner here with my family. The food is delicious and service is great with a beautiful view of the bay. This place is hidden behind hotel but worth it. The kids enjoyed their tenders, we enjoyed the crispy calamari and my well prepared steak. Yummmmm... read more

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We had brunch at Red Marlin since we were staying at Hyatt in Mission Bay. Unfortunately for us, it was a busy weekend so the wait time to be seated was nearly an hour. Our server was so friendly and helpful, and he let us know that the food comes out really fast which accounts for the long wait for tables. He was right! After ordering, our food was served within minutes. I ordered the eggs benedict and they were so delicious! The only downfall was one of my poached eggs was overcooked and didn't have runny yolk. Besides that everything else was great! The breakfast potatoes were my favorite, cooked and seasoned perfectly. My family also ordered the avocado toast, and it was loaded with creamy avocado, tomato, poached eggs, served with heaps of arugula salad. At least both of the poached eggs on the avocado toast were cooked just right. Red Marlin is a great casual, family-friendly breakfast spot when you're in the Mission Bay area. read more

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Food was not good at all but the service and ambiance were really nice. I would recommend some other restaurant if your looking for good food but for the view it's a nice place read more

Probably the worst dining experience I've had in five years. The food took forever. Entrées came out at different times. Finally last in very least the rockfish dish came out and was disgusting. Literally everybody at the table, tried it, and no one would eat it. The place is very overpriced, and the food in my opinion was very subpar. I definitely wouldn't recommend it or go back. read more

Back for our regular breakfast. Omelette with goat cheese, green onions, peppers and asparagus! Absolutely love the view! In addition to the omelette, we cancel potatoes and add a side salad and fresh fruit. Everything is always done to perfection! read more

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Arriving at Red Marlin this Valentine's Day was an adventure in itself. Tucked away at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay, the path to the restaurant was unexpectedly dark, requiring a flashlight just to navigate. A bit of an eerie start, but certainly an unforgettable way to begin our evening! After a 45 minute wait, even with a reservation, we were sat at a dimly lit table that set a romantic mood, although the bay was invisible at night, leaving just a backdrop of twinkling lights in the dark. The Valentine's Day menu offered a good selection for such a special occasion. We started with the Beef Tartare, which was fresh and well-accompanied by a tangy horseradish aioli and shaved grana padano, though it begged for just a pinch more salt. The Lobster Bisque was a highlight--richly creamy with a delightful tarragon oil that elevated the flavors beautifully. However, the accompanying lobster corn fritter was a letdown, soggy and mismatched with the bisque. For entrees, the Surf & Turf was a mix of hits and misses. The filet mignon was cooked to perfection, medium-rare as requested, but the jumbo shrimp were overcooked, and the potato gratin tasted all too reminiscent of boxed versions from childhood. The Seafood Ravioli offered a similar story: while the pink vodka tomato butter sauce was outstanding, the execution of the seafood components fell short, with overcooked shrimp and undercooked fennel. Desserts, fortunately, ended our meal on a high note. The Tiramisu was beautifully presented with mascarpone cream piped over espresso-laced ladyfingers. The Raspberry Vanilla Crème Brûlée was equally pleasing, with perfectly caramelized sugar creating a satisfying crack over the slightly unset custard, enhanced by fresh raspberries. Service, after being seated, was a bit slow to start but fantastic every moment after. Navigating parking and finding the restaurant can be tricky, so we recommend parking at the Hyatt Regency as opposed to following signs to Red Marlin directly, to avoid ending up in a distant, dark lot. In summary, Red Marlin offers a dining experience with potential--some dishes were spot-on, others could use refinement. The dessert were the stars of our evening, making it a place worth trying at least once for those special occasions when you want a bit of adventure with your dining. We unfortunately cannot give a recommendation for this restaurant. Maybe with some refinement, or possibly on a day with the usual menu, it would be better. Happy eating Yelpers! read more

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Although the kitchen was closed when I arrived, Luke kindly offered drinks. I opted for a bottle of wine. The ambiance was exceptional -- warm lighting, relaxed music, and a comfortable setting that made the evening feel effortless. Luke was the cherry on the top! Thank you Luke!! read more

Red Marlin - Cabernet on the Marina along side the fire pit - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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My fiend was staying here, so we popped in to the bar for a drink. I enjoyed a house special old fashioned, and the appetizer cheese bread was unexpectedly great. The view from the bar is so-so, I'd suggest sitting outside if the weather is good. Or hang out at the pool, if you can. read more

We popped in on a Thursday night around 8:30P. Looking for a cocktail and some shareable appetizers. We sat outside and while we did quickly get water and place settings from a buster we never had anyone return to take orders! We ended up having to go up to the bar and order, the bartender was alone servicing the entire joint. Again when we were ready to leave it was a struggle to pay our bill and once again had to go up to the bar to pay. We saw MANY server types just standing around so it was pretty frustrating. Shout out to the bartender and the buster who was a young man doing it all. Also the woman singing with the guitarist was AMAZING! read more

Friendly staff, good food! Nice restaurant that is still kid and family friendly. We ate for multiple breakfasts and dinner based on proximity to our hotel. read more

We had a wonderful breakfast at the Red Marlin. My husband had a Lox and bagel with a huge amount of delicious salmon and a hard boiled egg (in case you're still hungry ). I had a huge avocado toast with perfectly prepared poached egg and a big side salad. The coffee was rich and tasty with a generous amount of cream and they refilled my cup three times. The wait staff was excellent, well trained and efficient and very personable. They kept us smiling. We had a table with a beautiful view of the marina and it was perfect ending to a nice stay at the Hyatt regency hotel. read more

I came here for a Friday morning breakfast as I was staying at the hotel. It is a breakfast buffet with plenty of options. I was seated quickly after arriving and went to grab my food. I had the eggs, pancakes, potatoes and oatmeal. All the items were as I expected. They also do omelets and non scrambled eggs, but you have to order that through your server. I was in a rush, soI opted to not. Ultimately, the buffet made it easy for me to grab a quick breakfast. I would not mind going back. The place is on the water and has a great view. read more

Red Marlin - view from my booth - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Gluten-free and dairy free marked on menu. Server very knowledgeable! Little on the high side, but generous proportions and delicious! Plus, right on the water! read more

Red Marlin - Steak and tomatoes - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Food was delicious. The cheesy bread was the best I ever had. Excellent service. Highly recommend and excellent views. read more

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Great breakfast with stellar service! We had breakfast here both days we stayed at the Hyatt and both meals were excellent. The service was excellent, the food was quite good (the eggs were not dry, the bacon was perfectly cooked!) and the views of the bay are lovely. The prices for the location seem reasonable to me for a resort restaurant, and even the coffee was good! We will definitely eat here on our next stay. read more

We went here for breakfast as it was included with our hotel stay. We were immediately seated and staff was very attentive. The food itself was all good except the bacon had a bad smoked flavor to it. The only reason it loses a star is the pricing. For four of us with tip, it was $125 (which luckily is included with our hotel stay). read more

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Red Marlin Waterfront Restaurant located at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina offers an exceptional dining experience with California coastal cuisine, stunning bay views, and excellent service. I can't wait to come back! What we tried: Burrata Farro Hash Salad Burrata, Sage Mango Honey, Frisee, Arugula, Mint with Pecan & Winter Squash Hash with Toasted Farro Char Siu Braised Pork Belly Spicy Kimchi, Pickled Green Onion & Cucumber, Ginger Coconut Purée Pan Roasted Jumbo Scallops Sherry Braised Fennel, Parsnip & Cauliflower Purée, Smoked Crispy Chicharron Chicken Fried Calamari Steak House-made Fresno & Caper Remoulade, Grilled Lemon Merlot Braised Short Rib Chimichurri Marmalade, Parmesan Potatoes, Deviled Egg Hollandaise, Fried Tabaco Onions S'mores + Busa Oatmilk Espresso Martinis Old Fashioned Basil Hayden's Bourbon, Sugar, Orange & Angostura Bitters Kendall Jackson Chardonnay, CA read more

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Good breakfast and great service. Beautiful view! I would come back again and again for the food and sunset

The Red Marlin in San Diego is located at the Hyatt Mission Bay tucked back behind the pool by the harbor. The views are amazing and they have a huge outdoor dining area you can sit and look at the water. We went for happy hour and got red wine and then espresso martinis that were both amazing! We also tried the steak dinner that I scarfed down in legit 3 minutes - it was so good! We sat at the bar and the bartender was super nice and funny and we talked to him a lot of the time we were there. We had an amazing experience! read more

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never been to this spot amazing view of the harbor, the bar made me come back shout out to Luke ... knowledgeable and down to they had an amazing espresso martini read more

Red Marlin - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

I can't believe this is happening to this beautiful restaurant. I am sad and hope this feedback gets it back on track. First off, when I tried to book this reservation online there weren't many options except after 630pm. This will make sense later and in the pictures. The decor and outdoor is well kept up. Red paint, beautiful views of the bay and tables well set. Restrooms well kept up. I made reservations for outside so this review reflects this only. Ordered some appetizers, calamari, salad and clam chowder. The main dish swordfish. Calamari was delicious, fresh but a bit over priced. Clam Crowder OK nothing fancy about it but good. Again over priced. Swordfish was delicious but Olive flavor over powered the fish. But I like flavor so it was ok. Once again over priced. The salad was ok, again nothing fancy but $20 for lettuce, some carrots and the best part was the sauce but not worth $20 salad. Think last time I paid that much it came with protein. Anyways, after carefuly consulting with my taste buds, the pattern was clear. The reason this place is slow on a Saturday is over priced food, lack of a welcoming environment and ambiance. If I was to recommend anything new here is what I would change to bring more people in. 1- place the hostess at the end of the bridge and not inside. Having her inside hides the hidden gem and doesn't allow them to greet guest or guests see that this place exists. 2- I see you already have speakers outside but they aren't playing music. Music brings people together and the noise would allow guest to wonder over and see what's hidden over there. 3-work on the prices for the menu. Opening it up seems like I am paying for the view. When we see high prices but no one coming, there's a reason. In addition, look to perfect the main dish presentation. The sword fish at almost $50 looks like a plate in the 80's. The flavor is almost there but needs some adjustment. I got better walking near the docks at other fish places. This place should not be dead on a Frdiay night. Please make some adjustments. The bartender looked bored and I feel for such a beautiful restaurant on the water lossing business. Wishing you all the best. read more

Breakfast and brunch here are incredible with the views of the marina and being above the docks is incredible. The service is very friendly and they make you feel more like a friend than a customer which enhances the comfort and relaxing feel of your surroundings. Great place by far me and the daughters are staying here for Christmas this year and plan on munching! read more