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Island Prime

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$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 55 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Resting on stilts atop San Diego Bay, Island Prime overlooks the city skyline and Coronado.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Deborah Scott

From the OpenTable editors: Meet San Diego’s only waterfront steakhouse: Island Prime’s unique location propped up on wooden stilts above San Diego Bay is reason enough to splurge here. And so is the premium surf-and-turf menu by award-winning chef Deborah Scott, featuring signatures like a filet trio with blue cheese, wild mushrooms, and Alaskan king crab.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Unspecified, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room for up to 65 guests, with waterfront views.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Harbor Island Dr
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is unavailable at this time.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mothers Day by the Bay

    $99.95 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate Mothers Day on the bay. Enjoy a three-course pre set menu at Island Prime & C-Level, served from 11am to 8pm on May 12th. Our menu highlights include lobster bisque, center cut filet mignon, herb crusted halibut, lobster, jidori chicken piccata and flowerless chocolate for dessert. Cost for adults $99.95, $24.95 for children under 12.
    Mothers Day by the Bay Photo
  • Celebration packages

    Feb 25, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
    Celebrate everyday! Personalize your special experience for every occasion.

What 8,496 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Island Prime offers a stunning waterfront dining experience with "spectacular views" of the San Diego skyline. Known for "outstanding food and service," the restaurant is perfect for special occasions and romantic dinners. Guests appreciate the "exquisite ambiance" and "impeccable service," while the diverse menu, including standout dishes like steak and seafood, consistently delights.
8,496 Reviews
  1. Willa

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Great food and desert ! Good drinks and ambiance

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  2. anthony

    San Diego1 review

    3.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food good but over priced compared to similar establishment. Noisy, cramped and dark place. Service good and fast.

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  3. Briana

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great. The location and view is amazing. We enjoyed the tomahawk special for 2 that included salad, and two sides. I don’t like pink in my steaks and somehow even with the tomahawk they were able to get it evenly cooked without pink. I have had bad luck with that in the past so I give extra points for perfecting that for me.

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  4. JACQUE VIP

    Tahoe2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    "I love the relaxed feel of this place . I definitely would return to try more dishes

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  5. Jeanne

    Unspecified3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a pleasure. We have never been disappointed food,atmosphere and service is just the best.

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  6. Susan

    Pittsburgh6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was impeccable! I had the filet trio, cooked perfectly. Delicious! I highly recommend this restaurant. Make reservations

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  7. Jerry VIP

    San Diego35 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We had an open table reservation at 6 pm. I checked in at 5:50, for party of 3, but wasn’t seated until 6:23 pm. Many Others who arrived after us were seated before us… why? Waitress service was great and food was good. Great views but they seated us in back booth so there were no views of city.

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  8. peter VIP

    Los Angeles25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Excellent food and service. Somewhat loud and pricey.

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  9. John VIP

    San Diego10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always. Outstanding and terrific dining experience

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  10. Bob

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A terrific place with the City as a Backdrop for what ever you’re celebrating 👀📸

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FAQs

Island Prime is rated 4.7 stars by 8496 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 55 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Island Prime

880 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Harbor Island Dr
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Unspecified, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is unavailable at this time.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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