Best Restaurants for People Watching in Mission Bay

26 restaurants available nearby

1. Draft

3.9

Excellent(124)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Mission Bay

Booked 14 times today

Located directly on the Mission Beach boardwalk, Draft Restaurant is serving up 54 beers on tap pairing the surf and sand with a wide variety of craft beers. But the appeal doesn’t stop at the #brewsandviews; Come hungry and experience a fresh take on beachside dining featuring casual, handcrafted fare from Executive Chef Luis Romero.

2. World Famous

4.6

Exceptional(1000)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Pacific Beach

Booked 37 times today

Specializing in surfside dining featuring Southern California Coastal cuisine, market fresh pacific seafood, hand carved prime rib, & grilled to order steaks. Menus are written daily and inspired by sustainable California harvests.

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3. Trattoria Don Pietro

4.4

Awesome(797)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old Town

Booked 12 times today

Thanks to Trattoria Don Pietro, there is finally something new and fresh happening in Old Town. After spending a lifetime of cooking Italian food and a few years in LA learning from the best restaurants in the industry, Pietro is finally ready to roll up his sleeves and show San Diego his take on traditional Italian cuisine with a trendy twist. Between our groundbreaking Italian menu, wisteria garden patio ambiance, and over-the-top cocktails, we stand alone as the most instagrammable restaurant in San Diego. Come stop by today and experience our delicate balance of tradition and trend.

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4. Miss B's Coconut Club

4.7

Exceptional(118)

Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Mission Beach

Booked 3 times today

What you’ll find here is classic, Caribbean-inspired American food with tiki flair. Cubano Roasted Pork, Jerk Chicken and Coconut Shrimp are in synch with the mambo rhythm of your appetite, and our house-ground burger is one like you won’t find anywhere in town. Jumbo Coconut Shrimp and a list of Street Cart items will have you coming back to try them all, whether you order something “to go” from our walk-up counter, stay to eat on our spacious outdoor patio, or take a seat inside.Coconut Club’s décor evokes a celebration of Mission Beach’s nautical and maritime past, which takes form as an inspired interpretation of a 30’s-style sailor tiki club. Rum is the star here, and has a leading role in our creative list of grownup cocktails, which includes shareable, tiki-inspired punches and bowls to drum up conversations and generate a buzz. Coconut Club is also a purveyor of fuel that fires the craft beer frenzy, with 20 local and microbrew tap handles.

5. Beaumont's

4.6

Exceptional(917)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • La Jolla

Booked 11 times today

Established in the heart of La Jolla’s Bird Rock seaside community in 2005, Beaumont’s Neighborhood Eatery has been a central meeting spot for locals to gather for fabulous food, hand-made cocktails, and top-rated entertainment in a casual, yet contemporary atmosphere earning its title as the “heart and soul of Bird Rock”. Nightly happy hour and a fantastic dinner menu are just the beginning, because a full bar and live local music add to the great vibe. You’ll find Beaumont’s weekends a need to be at event for brunch!

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6. Brigantine Point Loma

4.5

Awesome(1971)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Point Loma

Booked 10 times today

A San Diego tradition since 1969, the Brigantine has received many accolades in our 40+ year history: "BEST SEAFOOD", "BEST CASUAL SEAFOOD", "BEST HAPPY HOUR", and even "BEST SWORDFISH IN THE WORLD", according to USA Today - just to name a few. Beautifully remodeled in early 2009, the Brigantine is well-known for the signature Clam Chowder, Grilled Swordfish, and Fish Tacos. The Brigantine is a favorite among locals for consistently fresh seafood, succulent steaks and grilled meats. Home to the America's Cup until 1995, Shelter Island is still the yachting center of San Diego. The Brigantine offers glimpses of this busy marina from the outdoor patio and semi-private banquet areas. The Point Loma Brigantine serves dinner 7 nights a week, and lunch Saturday & Sunday. Join us for our signature $5 Happy Hour from 3-6pm.

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7. Pacific Beach Alehouse

4.4

Awesome(263)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pacific Beach

Booked 1 time today

With handcrafted beer, eclectic menu, friendly service, and a lodge-like ambiance, Pacific Beach Alehouse is anything but ordinary. Dining Out magazine calls us "a world class microbrewery and restaurant," and "a destination for beer aficionados, tourists, and locals. We offer a wide variety of savory handcrafted burgers, flatbreads, and signature dishes. We feature four separate dining areas, each with its own unique atmosphere. You can sip a cold refreshing beer on our Sky Deck while enjoying the unparalleled views of Crystal Pier and the Pacific Ocean, or you can cozy up to the fire pit on our patio. Inside you can relax with your friends at our tables adjacent to our microbrewery. We offer free Wifi. We accept online reservations for groups of 6-12 guests. Reservations for 12+ people, please call the restaurant to book. We do not guarantee seating on the Sky Deck, but may request it as a preference.

8. Kettner Exchange

4.7

Exceptional(1358)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Little Italy

Booked 53 times today

Kettner Exchange boasts two levels of indoor/outdoor drinking and dining and Little Italy’s only rooftop patio with spanning harbor views. We feature Progressive American cuisine from critically acclaimed Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski. In 2019, Kettner Exchange was named to Michelin Guide's prestigious Bib Gourmand list. Kettner Exchange has proudly maintained this award every year thereafter. Originally introduced in 1997, the Bib Gourmand category highlights restaurants that serve high-quality meals which include two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less.

9. Barbusa

4.6

Exceptional(4307)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 84 times today

Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.Gluten free and Vegan Items AvailableWHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!

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10. The Henry - Coronado

4.8

Exceptional(2460)

Price: Moderate

• American • Coronado

Booked 130 times today

Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.

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Leanne
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was cute and festive for the holidays! Crowded but thankful we made reservations. The heat lamps outside were perfect and we enjoyed the food and drinks . I would come back again for sure and bring my other friends. We love how it was family friendly so able to bring the kids . Ayden was a wondeful server and was very attentive so thank you so much!
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DraftPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Mission Bay
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3.9
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JulieVIP
Las Vegas •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our server was exceptional! She thought of everything we might need or want.
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World FamousPrice: Moderate• Californian• Pacific Beach
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4.6
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Kaleah
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Very cute, 3 minute walk from the beach. Food was very yummy! The drinks here are very creative!
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Miss B's Coconut ClubPrice: Moderate• Caribbean• Mission Beach
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4.7
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ChristineVIP
San Diego •13 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Great food....service was excellent. Mylie our server was awesome. Friendly, very attentive, very welcoming.
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Trattoria Don PietroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old Town
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4.4
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S
Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 11, 2024
Came in on a Taco and Tequila Tuesday with a great special featured tequila from Dobel. This was a great night for quieter dining -- no big crowd or music -- but still great food and service, plus got to try the new Crystalino from Dobel that is very smooth and got deals on cocktails made with it too. We could easily converse at our table and enjoy ourselves with good food and drink. What is not to like about that ?
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Beaumont'sPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• La Jolla
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4.6

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26 restaurants available nearby

1. Draft

2. World Famous

3. Trattoria Don Pietro

4. Miss B's Coconut Club

5. Beaumont's

6. Brigantine Point Loma

7. Pacific Beach Alehouse

8. Kettner Exchange

9. Barbusa

10. The Henry - Coronado

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