10 San Diego Must-Try Restaurants on the Water
There’s nothing like dinner and drinks on the Southern California coast with a water view and delicious local cuisine. If this sounds like paradise, you will definitely enjoy the amazing waterfront restaurants and unique dining experiences available in San Diego. Here are some of the best waterfront restaurants in San Diego, and the list starts right here at Humphreys Half Moon Inn, with Humphreys SoCAL Dining and Music!
10 Best Waterfront Restaurants in San Diego
Humphreys SoCAL Dining & Music (Onsite at Hotel)
Have an amazing night with dinner and live music, San Diego style, at our popular waterfront restaurant and music venue onsite here at Humphreys! Plan to have dinner at Humphreys SoCAL Dining & Music and enjoy marina views, local coastal dishes, creative cocktails, and craft beers. From the best Filet Mignon to Lobster Risotto, prepare for a delicious meal before a show at either one of our two music venues. Check out the summer concert and event schedule and make plans for a great night under the stars with an exciting show at Humphreys Concerts by the bay at our outdoor venue, or head over to our intimate lounge next door, Humphreys Backstage LIVE!
Blue Wave Bar & Grill (0.3 Miles from Hotel)
Indulge in California coastal cuisine next door at our sister hotel, Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina. Enjoy dining at the Blue Wave Bar & Grill, where casual fine dining meets beautiful marina views. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the menu offers a selection of main dishes and small plates, perfectly complemented by the scenic beauty of the Point Loma hillside. Savor the tropically inspired flavors crafted by Executive Chef Andrew Mroz and unwind with a truly memorable dining experience. Open daily from 7am – 11pm.
Bali Hai (0.3 Miles from Hotel)
Take a leisurely stroll from your room or suite at Humphreys Half Moon Inn for dinner with a view at Bali Hai, a fun and unique Polynesian-style restaurant that offers plenty of excitement! One of the best places for summer dining in San Diego, Bali Hai offers cool tropical drinks and outdoor dining options. They are best known for their dangerously delicious (and strong) Mai Tais (over three million sold to date!) Grab your favorite flavor and a delicious dinner of seafood or steaks for a great evening out at one of the best waterfront restaurants in San Diego with a view of the city skyline.
Ketch Bar & Grill (0.4 Miles from Hotel)
A staple in the San Diego dining scene, Ketch Bar and Grill on Shelter Island offers fresh seafood, craft beers, and amazing harbor views, making it one of the best waterfront restaurants in San Diego. Enjoy flavors of the California coast with high-quality, locally sourced seafood with some of the best views San Diego has to offer. Choose from breakfast, lunch, or dinner with everything from fresh-shucked oysters and chicken and waffles to fish and chips and blackened salmon at this popular San Diego waterfront restaurant.
Mitch’s Seafood (1.0 Mile from Hotel)
If you’re looking for casual waterfront dining in San Diego, Mitch’s Seafood is the place to be. This popular Point Loma restaurant serves fresh seafood from local waters with unbeatable views! Eat inside or outside on the deck for lunch or dinner and enjoy fried, grilled, and steamed seafood specialties. Located in the heart of the Point Loma Sportfishing Dock, Mitch’s is dedicated to serving local fish from local fishermen.
Eddie V’s Prime Seafood (3.1 Miles from Hotel)
Serving the best seafood and prime steaks, Eddie V’s in La Jolla is one of the most popular, upscale waterfront restaurants in San Diego to visit. Splurge and enjoy the fresh Seafood Tower with shrimp, oysters, and lobster for an amazing feast everyone is sure to love, along with some of the best water views around! Be sure to make a reservation at this spot to make sure you do not miss out during your San Diego vacation.
C Level Lounge (3.5 Miles from Hotel)
With amazing views of San Diego Bay and the downtown skyline, C Level Lounge is one of the most popular waterfront restaurants in San Diego. Enjoy dining on the patio for breakfast, lunch, or dinner with amazing water views and an incredible menu! Try the Fisherman’s Breakfast or one of their delicious baskets with a variety of fresh local seafood to choose from at C Level Lounge in San Diego.
Portside Pier (5.2 Miles From Hotel)
Home to some of the best waterfront restaurants in San Diego, Portside Pier offers guests a variety of delicious options for dining with a view. From Brigantine to Miguel’s Topsail Terrace, Portside offers outside patio and lounge dining, plus a second-floor viewing deck with panoramic waterfront views!
Cannonball (5.8 Miles from Hotel)
Enjoy dinner with a view at this amazing rooftop restaurant and bar in San Diego. Cannonball at Belmont Park is a fun place to watch the sunset and sip on craft cocktails at San Diego’s largest oceanfront rooftop bar. Enjoy a leisurely dinner of sushi, steak tataki, or bao buns on the amazing rooftop terrace with ocean views! Impressive water views from the rooftop terrace at Cannonball in San Diego offer an unforgettable experience at this popular waterfront restaurant in San Diego.
The Marine Room (11.8 Miles from Hotel)
Known as one of San Diego’s most iconic dining experiences, The Marine Room serves seafood and seasonal dishes with an amazing up-close waterfront view! The Marine Room's unique beachfront setting makes it a popular destination, and their High Tide Dinners are a true culinary icon in San Diego. Experience ocean waves crashing right beside your window as you dine at one of the most incredible spots in town. Dinner at The Marin Room is definitely a dining experience you won’t soon forget!
Enjoy Waterfront Dining in San Diego During Your Stay at Humphrey’s Half Moon Inn
Make plans today for your stay at Humphreys Half Moon Inn for a delicious experience during your San Diego vacation. Enjoy the best waterfront restaurants in San Diego, first-class resort-style amenities, live concerts onsite, and so much more. Make a reservation here to book the most amazing Southern California vacation today!
