Casual restaurant with clean, bright decor and a cool San Diego mural creates a welcoming, chill atmosphere. Seating includes outdoor patio and bar options, with a lively vibe that can get noisy when busy. Offers affordable, fresh seafood with a serious focus on quality and variety.
Fresh, well seasoned tuna tops the poke nachos, paired with crab, scallops, and seaweed salad. Generous portions of marinated salmon fill the poke bowls, showcasing the quality of the fish.
Happy hour features beer specials alongside $1.50 oysters and $2 fish tacos. Service is fast, and the beer quality is good.
"I enjoyed the happy hour with $2 tacos and $6 wine."
"The poke bowls here have generous portions of fresh fish."
"They have a really good beer selection on tap."
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Happy hour runs daily from 4 to 6 pm with $2 fish tacos and $1.5 oysters.
Expect generous portion sizes for the price, especially the kids' shrimp basket.
The restaurant offers a variety of seafood dishes at very reasonable prices.
Ramen restaurant offers spacious, airy design with pet-friendly patio and ocean views. Atmosphere stays warm and inviting, with a chill vibe especially outdoors. Crowd varies, with easy seating on quieter days and a mix of diners enjoying both ramen and sake-based drinks.
Bowls come super fresh and large with layered flavors that balance well. The power poke bowl stands out for its flavor and size.
Good selection includes Kirrin beer and other types. Beer pairs with dishes like ramen, potstickers, and veggie fried noodles.
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Parking is limited and mostly street parking; expect to drive around for a spot.
The restaurant closes at 9 PM, and the last seating is at that time.
Happy hour runs from 4 PM to 6 PM with discounted drinks and appetizers.
Spacious interior features cherry blossom decor and an open kitchen with jazzy vibes. Atmosphere balances relaxed lounge energy with moments of liveliness, enhanced by 1920's music. Seating includes a covered patio, offering a quiet yet engaging dining experience.
Lunch specials include a poke bowl with fresh ingredients. The menu features crispy and orange rolls alongside a spicy tuna cracker appetizer.
A great selection of beers includes a new Suntory draft that pairs well with the food. Happy hour offers half off draft beer alongside affordable snacks like edamame and dumplings.
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Happy hour runs from 4-6pm with discounted drinks and appetizers.
Draft beer is half off during happy hour, with edamame for $3 and dumplings for $4.
Reservations for Omakase are required 24 hours in advance, costing $120 per person.
Fish market and restaurant combine with fresh seafood display behind a glass counter. Outdoor patio lined with cacti offers a relaxed coastal vibe and spacious seating options. The atmosphere feels buzzy and inviting, drawing people who appreciate fresh fish and casual dining.
Freshness stands out in the tuna poke and sashimi. The poke offers a clean, vibrant flavor that pairs well with other seafood dishes like clam chowder and fish tacos.
Good to know
El Pescador Fish Market operates on a first come, first serve basis; no reservations accepted.
Expect long lines on Saturday afternoons, especially during peak hours.
Parking can be challenging; consider arriving early to secure a spot.
Restaurant offers authentic Hawaiian food with a casual, welcoming atmosphere and islander beats playing. Space feels cozy and relaxed with smoky air from grilling and plenty of TVs showing sports quietly. Beer selection includes cold, crispy taps that complement the menu well.
Poke Nachos stand out with a generous serving of tender, flavorful poke and plenty of wonton chips. The poke offers consistent taste, though portion sizes can be small for the price.
Great beer selection includes a good variety of beers on tap. The Kona Big Wave pairs well with meals and the beers are consistently crispy and cold.
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The restaurant has limited seating, so expect to wait during busy hours.
They stop seating people at 7:30 PM, so plan accordingly.
Parking is easy before the dinner rush, but may be limited later.
Open air dining with patio seating offers views of the harbor and a dog-friendly atmosphere. Multiple TV screens provide entertainment, while real silverware and plates add a touch of formality to the casual setting.
Chunks of ahi poke come well seasoned with generous avocado on a refreshing bed of seaweed salad. The poke bowls include about six pieces of ahi and pair well with other seafood options like red snapper salad.
Great local beer selection includes a Hazey IPA and a refreshing local lager. Options also include spirits and kombucha on tap.
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Oyster night on Thursdays features $1.50 raw oysters, making it a popular event.
Expect large crowds on Thursday nights due to the oyster special.
Parking is generally easy for quick meals, especially on weekdays.
Waterfront restaurant offers beautiful views and a cozy firepit with outdoor seating that adapts to weather. Atmosphere stays relaxing and family-oriented, with music and games adding to the experience. Cocktails receive particular praise for quality and variety.
Poke offers good flavor and pairs well with salad. It stands alongside other dishes like oysters and lobster mac and cheese but may not be the top choice for a poke bowl.
Wide selection of beer on tap and craft cocktails offers variety. Larger sizes of beer and cider provide a good deal, though prices run higher than nearby areas.
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Expect a 20% auto-gratuity added to your bill for all orders.
A 4% surcharge is included on to-go orders.
Prices are higher than average for food and drinks.
Buffet restaurant offers spacious layout with high ceilings and an indoor koi pond creating an airy atmosphere. Noise levels rise from both lively diners and active staff, contributing to a chaotic vibe during peak times. Self-serve stations and fresh cooking areas add interactive elements to the dining experience.
Buffet offers a DIY Poke bowl option with fresh fish. Sushi selections and a Poke Bar are part of the spread. Building your own poke or noodle bowl is straightforward and satisfying.
Offers a nice selection of beer with good deals and a huge pint of cold beer for $6.50.
Good to know
On Thursdays starting after 4 pm, the restaurant offers all-you-can-eat for $54.99 per person.
Lobster night on Thursdays costs $55 per person.
Expect a long line for lobsters on Thursday nights due to limited supply.