The first thing of note are the views ! They are amazing. This place gives rooftop lounge vibes with mostly couches and tables and a few table top seating options. They also have a full bar in the middle of the restaurant. The staff was friendly and the food was good. We ordered wings, oysters which come with this amazing strawberry type vinaigrette, and the lobster and crab sliders. I will say the sliders do need some type of aioli or sauce but other than that the flavor was good. We went during the week on a Monday around 330pm and it wasn't crowded at all but based on location and scene it probably gets crowded on the weekends and at night. read more

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This restuant is on the second floor of a building right by the water near downtown San Diego. Ambiance: 5 stars, nex to the water, 2nd floor, beautiful view. Food: 3 stars. We got the lobster roll and they lacked flavor. The banh mi sandwiches were much better. Servie: 5 stars. We were there for a late lunch on a Wednesday and they were not busy. Serivce was excellent. Overall, the view was better than the food. But we only tried two items. The other items on the menu could have been delicious. read more

Topsail - Lobster roll - American Near Me - San Diego, California

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We had an amazing dinner. We got the lobster macaroni and cheese, the Wagyu burger, the K-pop wings, and brussels sprouts. The food was absolutely amazing and although there was rain, it didn't matter because it was so delicious ! At the end of our dinner I went to use the restroom real quick while my fiancé went to go pay the bill as we were trying to rush out of there, and trying not to get too wet from the rain our waitress (who had short hair a little bit on the skinny side with shoulder length, dirty blonde hair who is also kind of tall.) he went to go find her to pay our bill so we could leave and tipped generously as anybody would who is going out to a nice restaurant to have a meal and she decided to start flirting with him and put her hands on him to give him a side hug and he pushed her off saying no thank you I'm sorry, making us both very upset and uncomfortable because that is unprofessional very unprofessional. What's happening to the girly girls ?!!? Ridiculous read more

If you're looking for a sunny rooftop with great food and amazing waterfront views, Topsail is for you! I passed this place by chance will vacationing in San Diego. Let's get into the specifics. Food This place has fair portioned meals and appetizers, perfect for when you want a bite of food but not something super large. I ended up getting their wings with this special sauce. I was cautioned that many don't enjoy the sauce so I got it on the side. It ended up being pleasant! 4/5 Service Our server was amazing. J unfortunately don't remember her name but she asked us what type of vibe we were looking for and recommends drinks to match it. I got this frozen drink that perfectly offset the hot weather and had me slightly turnt. 5/5 for knowing how to connect with patrons! Ambiance Again, the waterfront views are second to none, and since this restaurant is on the second floor, we got to experience the San Diego bay from a better vantage point! We just felt uncomfortable with the sun and cool breeze! 5/5 All in all, I give this place a 5/5 would recommend! read more

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Passed by this location while walking along the ocean front, and decided to grab some drinks and hang out for a bit. It was a Sunday afternoon, went up the stairs and was seated right away. Only about three other parties were there. Was seated right in front of the ocean view. Beautiful patio seatings with a perfect view. The service was tentative and quick. For the drinks, ordered an Old Fashion and one of their holiday drink, Gingerbread Eggnog. Surprised with the Gingerbread Eggnog served in a dog mug, so cute! Both the drinks were delicious and perfect for the view ahead of us. Had the Pork Belly Banh Mi Bao Buns as the only food ordered. It was yummy to the tummy, bursting with flavors. Fantastic experience overall. read more

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Had a great time at Topsail with a group of friends. The moment you walk in, you're greeted with stunning views of the water that make the whole dining experience feel special. The seating is comfortable while enjoying the scenery while you eat. The service was great, our servers were attentive without being overbearing, and the staff made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. We ordered a variety of dishes, and every single one was delicious. Definitely worth a visit if you're in San Diego! read more

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Came here for some drinks and dessert and the customer service from Angelina was absolutely amazing. The view was also a nice part of this restaurant. Great job, and I'll be coming back because Angelina's Service was Class A read more

My favorite place to dine in San Diego while waiting for the local dinner cruise or Disney cruise to begin. The restaurant is located next to the pier. The price is reasonable with big portions as well. My favorite is the pork belly tacos! Our waiters were very friendly and attentive. We added more people to our table and they were very accommodating. This is the place to be! read more

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We ordered a dozen of oysters, and they all came detached and dead. Few of them were definitely not fresh, showing yellow and brown colors and one with some odd odor. It was very disappointing for a seafood restaurant. read more

Topsail - Spoiled oysters - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Loved the ambiance here. We sat up on the rooftop and loved the warm fireplace on a chilly night. I tried a seasonal cocktail and forget its name.. but it was delicious. It was like a minty mocha and I was a big fan. I'll be back to enjoy some grub as well in the near future. Would be a great date night. read more

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Outstanding . Service was great and so vey happy with the dinning experience. The food was delicious!

We got a little hungry and needed a snack. This was a surprise find since we intended to go to the restaurant downstairs because the offered happy hour. We didn't want to embarrass ourselves and just stuck here when we found out they don't have a happy hour menu. My hubby ordered a beer and we shared a flatbread. It was super windy sitting by the water but the views are beautiful. At the time, they had their heaters on which made sitting outside comfortable. The flatbread was plenty to share between two people. We didn't want to eat anything heavy since we were due for dinner in a few hours. I do wish there was some sort of pickled veggies on top since everything was sweet. The balsamic glaze was definitely on the sweet side. The dough was yummy though. read more

Topsail - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Food & drink: good food, more of a tapas place than a full dinner entree. Drinks are strong. Good selection of cocktails and beer. Service: service was a little bit slow but polite. It would not prevent me from going back. Ambiance: good vibes. Good first date spot. Make a reservation if you want an oceanside table. read more

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The food was good and the drinks were made perfectly. The view here is amazing and it's a great atmosphere with super friendly staff and great service. read more

Been here a bunch of times. It's on the pricier side, but it is also located right on the water. Great ambiance and a great place to catch up with friends and catch sunset. Most of the plates can be shared, if you like trying a little of everything. The lobster sliders and the Brussels are great. So are the crab cakes read more

Topsail - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Food was amazing, service was great! The ambience was relaxing by the ocean. Highly recommend! read more

Topsail - Seating- beautiful view - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Visiting from Florida Great place for drinks and tapas The server Stephan was prompt and great!! We had martinis and margaritas Second story read more

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One of the best views in the city with delicious eats! My family and I went here to eat before my sisters flight at SAN. Located on top of Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar on port side pier. This space has wonderful views of SD best and the San Diego airport. The service and ambiance is wonderful. The staff is attentive and heaters are located throughout to keep you warm on a chilly day whilst not compromising the fresh air. All the food is delciously proportioned and great for a quick bite. I highly recommend the flatbread! read more

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Just recently, I went to Topsail to celebrate a good friend's birthday. We had reservations and were promptly seated, however, there were plenty of tables available, even on a Saturday night. That isn't to say it wasn't busy--there was a very vibrant atmosphere and this, coupled with the beautiful views of the San Diego skyline and ocean, made the ambiance fantastic. We were seated in an area of the deck with low chairs and an even lower table. Honestly? I wasn't a fan of this because it was uncomfortable to lean over while we ate in our dresses, but I suppose it did allow for a semi-intimate experience for our small group. But the main issue I had was that there were no overhead heaters in our area! And being on a rooftop deck next to the ocean, there was a serious chill factor to consider. We were very cold. Moving on to the food: it was just okay for me. I ordered the apple, pear, and brie flatbread. It was topped with arugula, candied pecans, balsamic dressing, and caramelized apples and pears, which I quite enjoyed. There was also pork belly, which was too fatty for my taste (though I understand that's the appeal of it, I just wish there were other meat options). Although I enjoyed the overall flavor profile, it was unfortunate that the flatbread was somewhat overcooked/burnt. It was very texturally hard and biting into it was like biting into a charred cracker. Still, I think the flatbread was the best bang for your buck among the other menu options. The waitress surprised my friend with a mud cake, which was very kind! The ice cream tasted like it had a hint of coffee, which was so delicious! Probably the best thing I ate all night. Also, the parking is horrendous. Of course, this is in Downtown SD, so that's to be expected. They do have valet parking, but the fee is hefty; I believe it's $40 for 3 hours, but you can get it validated at the restaurant so it's reduced to $20. I think that, if I were to return to Topsail, it would be for the ambiance--you're next to the Star of India, how cool! read more

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Love this place!!! My bumble date met me here, drinks were great and the service was great, like always. What a great view!!! We didn't have food, my date was short after he told me he was still married. Really married on a dating site. I got up and left. Love this place. read more

We celebrated our wedding anniversary and wanted a restaurant that has Oceanview that we can watch the sunset during dinner. We have eaten at Ketch Grill & Taps next door and want to try this restaurant. The menu items were reasonably priced. We were seated right by the window and had amazing view. We enjoyed watching the boats and jet skis in the bay. We were lucky that it was clear day & watched beautiful sunset. The restaurant/bar was very busy and our server was friendly but took a while to come to our table. We enjoyed the brussels sprouts and crab cakes though the crab cakes were small. read more

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What a treat! When the brig is swamped, pop upstairs to this place! We got a table with no wait! Food quality is good- not amazing but the view is impeccable. I would totally go back! read more

Overall, the experience was good! The food was good, it was cold which was disappointing. The service was okay, our waitress went MIA on us which made it hard for us to communicate our needs or ask, however we made the most it. The ambiance is what I pay to live in San Diego for! read more

Topsail - Pineapple mimosa - American Near Me - San Diego, California

The location is great for sitting outside, especially at night. If they ask you if you'd like to sit in the "lounge" for your meal, say no. We said yes, not knowing it would include sitting at a very low, uncomfortable seating area with a wobbly table much too low to enjoy eating our meal. The food was great, but a bit pricey for the amount of food and the prices were about $10 more than any menu posted online. "Spicy" ketchup was regular ketchup with a squirt of smoke flavor; overpowering and not spicy at all. The hostess sat us, a waitress took our order and cashed us out, but we didn't have any other interaction with the staff, as we were in the lounge corner. read more

Topsail - $46 8oz strip steak with chimichurri sauce and fries. - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Great ambiance. It gets cold at night so bring a jacket! Service is friendly, food is pretty good. Nice date night. Lovely views of the city and the water. read more

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Love coming to this place during the summer. This time I was a bit disappointed on the sliders and the octopus agua chile. The sliders had no flavor and the tostadas of the agua chile were stale. The octopus agua chile was flavorful, but with the stale tostadas wasn't great. The service and view are always amazing. Thats why I keep going back. I guess this time, the cooks were not on point. read more

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I can honestly say I've never been a huge fan of this place. On the plus side, there's plenty of parking right out front, and the setup is nice. There are both covered and uncovered areas, fire pits, and a good spot to hang out near the bar. That said, the food is just mediocre, and the service is absolutely terrible. We came for the Parade of Lights last night and, despite it being surprisingly slow, service was still an issue. There were three employees behind the bar, yet I had to flag someone down just to get silverware. The drinks are also way overpriced. Paying $24 for a 9-ounce pour feels excessive. Closing out took far longer than it should have, and they put all three of our checks on one tab without asking how we wanted it split. The vibe itself is pretty chill, but there are so many other places with great views, better food, more reasonable prices, and far better service. read more

Great service, food, and location. Lobster tacos and and a cocktail with the best view in town!!

Great view and good service. We had a couple of drinks and they were made very well. I would suggest stopping by and having a drink and maybe some food too. read more

Topsail - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Vibes! Pretty view chewy steak we loved the french fries they were melted in your mouth unlike the steak, but the ranch really made up for any cons and also the burger, burger chill and single men come there and we'll try to take photos of you, not in a bad way they asked first, but you get the point read more

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Food was great! They have a kids Menu with crayons. Views are so beautiful and relaxing. Loved seeing the sail boats go by. Service was good. There is parking but you need to pay, we were lucky to get a parking right across from the restaurant. Would love to dine here again. They have indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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A Coastal Gem Topsail truly delivers an exceptional dining experience! From the moment we were seated, we were absolutely captivated by the scenic ocean view. The ambiance was further elevated by the heaters and fire tables, making for a cozy and inviting atmosphere even as the evening cooled. However, I do wish they extended the heaters closer to the oceanside seating. It did get a bit cold towards the water so we asked our server if we could be seated closer to the heaters in which they accommodated. The food was absolutely delicious! I ordered the blackened salmon cobb salad but since I'm not a big fan of salmon I asked if it could be substituted for ahi and once again they accommodated. My salad was absolutely delicious! My wife order the fish and chips and it was one of the best I've tasted in a while. The tarter sauce that was served with it was the best tarter sauce I've ever tried. The service was outstanding! Our server Alexa was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely went above and beyond to ensure we had a perfect evening even with the few requests that we had. Topsail is a must-visit if you're in the area and looking for a restaurant that combines breathtaking views, delicious food, and top-tier service. We can't wait to go back! read more

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amazing food and great service. we can't wait to come back here again! the views are hard to pass up read more

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Booked lunch here for after my daughter's graduation and we were the only diners which made for a relaxing experience. We sat on the closest seats to the water and the views were spectacular. The service was perfect. Our waitress was friendly and had impeccable timing. She knew exactly when to come by our table. We ordered their crab cake, lobster Mac and cheese and top sail burger. There was a lot of crab in the crab cake, but it needed more seasoning. The slaw served with the cake was delicious and paired somewhat well with the cake. The lobster Mac and cheese had some nice pieces of lobster, but the pasta and sauce was bland; it desperately needed salt. The burger was juicy and tasted good, but it was just an average burger. The fries however were yum! Crispy and well seasoned. We paid $167.71 (with tip). If solely based on the food, I would say, no return visit. The views and vibe however saves the day in this case. I would return for the views alone then maybe try a few more dishes. read more

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I love this spot for views and good food. They have traditional restaurant table settings and they also have a section of couches more loungy and cozy seats for dinner. I love coming to the spot with my friends as it's a higher end food with beautiful ocean and sunset views. They don't have a large menu but they do everything on their menu really well. Two of my friends were on a diet so they didn't really order much, but one of my friends and I ordered the skirt steak which came with sweet potato fries. The steak was perfectly cooked to medium rare accompanied by really tasty soft and crispy sweet potato fries. Our server was super attentive and really nice. Given this was a Saturday night and it was really busy you can still hear everyone at your table really clearly. Topsail never disappoints. I will say parking can be a challenge so just prepare for that, there is paid parking right in front but it could be typical to find a spot. read more

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We chose this restaurant because we wanted to be close to the airport and watch football. It's a short Uber ride and you can see the TVs at the bar from a lot of their tables. It's outside but they have plenty of overhead heaters, so it was comfortable even in the evening. The server was friendly and checked on us enough. I think the menu is a shortened menu from downstairs, at the Brigantine, or atleast they have some similar items. Either way, lots of great options. We decided to order a few apps as our meal. I always order brussel sprouts and theirs were good. They said kung pow but they weren't spicy at all. The bao buns/tacos were tasty but many places in SD make them better. Our favorite was probably the loabster Mac. It had minimal lobster and the sauce was rich and creamy. read more

This is a must do in SD with the waterfront views and lobster tacos! I came here with a group of friends before a concert and it was a hot sunny weekend day. Multiple ppl were gathered around, and we ordered several menu items during our dining experience. Drink: Spa Day. Tasted like lemonade, and I couldn't taste the alcohol so I ordered two, lol. What we had: Oysters - Super fresh! Perfect to eat with the spectacular view! Lobster tacos - Meaty and delicious, highly recommend you order this. Brussel Sprouts - You get quite a bit of vegetables with this dish. This is shareable, and I like the crisp on the brussels. Pear Flatbread with Balsamic Vinaigrette. I really liked this because it was sweet with the pears and had some savory elements with the cheese. Pairs well with wine. Service was on point, however, when they clear your plates and you're still picking on your food, they don't give you fresh plates and utensils unless you ask. We also had to frequently ask for water for our party. Overall, I had a good experience, and you can't beat the view! read more

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I was in town visiting my mom on 9/30/25 and decided to go to Topsail for lunch and unfortunately found live worms in one of the oysters after i had already finished it.. yuck. The embarrassing part was my mom thinks seafood is disgusting and said "you better not order oysters, they can have parasites," and i said "they would only serve the best at a place like this." Moms always know best i guess. The manager came over and apologized and said he would take it off the bill and said he didnt know what they were or how it happened. Since i already ate it, i spent my entire visit with my mom researching different parasites and hoping i dont end up sick. Turns out Bristle Worms do happen to some oysters and are harmless to humans, most restaurants just scan their oysters for them. I was just surprised that a fancy seafood restaurant on the ocean like Topsail doesnt do any quality control on the seafood they are selling for a premium price knowing these things happen to oysters? We also ordered burgers, a pepsi and an iced tea. It was seriously a shame that the manager didnt even comp the soda and an iced tea after having to spend our entire time at Topsail looking at parasite pics. I feel like thats the absolute LEAST you can do and somewhat of a restaurant standard to do when theres a huge issue like that, so it felt personal that we were still charged for those basic drinks. But i guess thank you for at least comping the parasites i ate! I felt a little nauseous the next day, i dont think from the food, but just mainly from the whole experience. Im leaving an extra star because the hostess sat us at a very nice table and the bartender who was also our server was friendly and brought the situation swiftly to the manager. read more

We came just for a small bite, and ordered the ahi sliders. The sliders came out with slaw on them after asking for no slaw, but it was quickly remedied by the waiter. The food was quite tasty and the night view while sitting by the fire in the table was nice. read more

Topsail - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Went on a date with my husband and had delicious food , Drinks and service . We got greeted by 2 very nice hostess and sat us right away . The servers was very nice and came Right away with waters and ready to take our order I had a chicken Cobb (you can ordered it with salmon)salad the amount of portions for each ingredient is perfect it has avocado boiled egg bacon , Blue cheese and I'm probably missing more ingredients but if you feel like having a salad try this one it's delicious, husband ordered a steak very tender juicy and perfectly seasoned with French fries , we had old fashions the view is gorgeous next to star of India perfect for a date as well as for families , we will definitely be back. Thank you to the staff read more

Topsail - American Near Me - San Diego, California

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