50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Cardiff

“Great food - super fresh fish & casual vibe. Prices were reasonable & I would recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Enjoy!“

“We had an amazing dinner. Great happy hour until 6 PM. Nice options. Great service. Nice location.“

“Happy hour is bomb. $1.50 oysters, $6 shrimp tempura,“

“This was our first time eating Peruvian The food was tasty, fresh and great portions.“

“Great service too! My mouth watered the entire time and was completely satiated and beyond happy with all that we ate! New menu apparently, but I gotta get back before they change it again!“

“GREAT GREAT FOOD. Thank you 😊“

“👍excelente comida, ambiente agradable“

“Excellent food and cocktails! Had amazing service from James and Jessica, made my friends birthday extra special. Kudos!“

“JTB. EXELENTE. DEL MAR A SUMESA“

“I do recommend Jake's! Great food and service along withe the beach vibe! Don't pass this up! Don't forget the Hula pie“

“I thought the service was very friendly. The bowls were reasonably priced. There is a large selection of proteins and other items for the bowls. Also, the service is fast.“

“Great food - super fresh fish & casual vibe. Prices were reasonable & I would recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Enjoy!“

“The crabcake sandwich was delicious. Great atmosphere and selection of seafood.“

“Delicious and crispy! First time visiting, will definitely will be coming back. :)“

“Restaurant is beautiful and clean. Food is priced right, presented nicely and delicious!“

“Excellent seafood and good portions“

“The Oysters Rockefeller were fantastic along with the shrimp and crab-stuffed avocado. If you enjoy British-style fish and chips with malt vinegar, you’re in for a jolly good treat. The spectacular sunset view from the heated patio is paired with warm and friendly service that will brighten your evening“

“Ohhhh.... I just had such a delicious shrimp po-boy sandwich at Fish District in Solana Beach!! And I'm a hard critic of po-boys being Cajun from Louisiana!! Plus their warm bread pudding was soooo yummy!! I'll be back!“

“I am definitely going back here. The food was outstanding the service was outstanding, I suggest reservations you can get them online but we definitely will be back
Husband got the surf and turf which came with a generous portion of filet a lobster four or five shrimp and veggies. I got the appetizer shrimp barsac, which I didn't like and sent it back because it was not peeled properly so I just ate off my husband's plate and it was really good“

“our waiter was amazing. food was top notch had crab stuffed shrimp with jalapeño cheese sauce. Get it!!“

“Located on the beautiful property of Park Hyatt Aviara Golf Course over looking the lagoon with its own parking lot.

We made reservations for lunch and sat on the patio admiring the golf players, beautiful weather and scenery.

This is a casual steakhouse by Chef Richard Blais but we were fixated on the prix fixe menu. Glad we had an appetite because the portions were huge.

First course:
Beet & pear salad: sweet beets and pear paired with frisée greens. Sprinkled with a middle eastern spice, zaa’tar that I thought was granola. Underneath was a caramelized yogurt sauce and topped with mint leaves. Truly a refreshing salad.

Caesar salad: Romaine lettuce, kale, artichokes and croissant croutons. The dressing was well balanced, not overly garlicky or creamy. The croutons stole the show.

Second course:
Blackened king salmon: Perfectly seared creating a crispy flavorful seasoned skin with moist interior. The roasted carrots were hard and too tough. Needed to be roasted longer. The walnut raisin chutney sauce tied the dish together.

Bucatini pasta: This was a subtle garlic butter sauce with baby tomatoes, broccolini, kale sprouts, sprinkled with basil herb bread crumbs. This dish was surprisingly light and fluffy, it wasn’t too heavy. That’s when you know it’s high quality pasta.

Third course:
Raspberry vanilla cheesecake: No bake, no crust, instead it was with rice crispy and oat crumble with raspberry sauce. I’m not a cheesecake fan so this wasn’t for me. It was dense.

Yuzu lemon pot de crème: This tasted like limoncello/key lime pie flavor. Very tasty, citrusy with a bit of sweet and sour.

We enjoyed every single dish. I would have liked the roasted carrots to be softer and I would have ordered chocolate s’more cake not cheesecake. Otherwise, bravo. I would come back for dinner.“

“El auntentico sabor de Nayarit! comida deliciosa!mariscos y mas!!!“

“This is a great place to meet up with friends and enjoy each other’s company. The food is nice and delicious. I had the wagu and eggs. The meat was seasoned to perfection deliciousness but a little over cooked. The potatoes were very yummy. It is worth the visit and prices are reasonable as well.“

“We come here a lot. It’s a go to every time we have company from out of town that like seafood. Very good service too.“

“Dog friendly with outside seating. We ordered two EPIC hot lobster rolls (Connecticut style, warm with butter) and although they were delicious, for the EPIC PRICE OF $39 PER ROLL, it was very skimpy compared to what you get for that price in New England. They stack it high in the middle and don’t fill the bun to the ends to make it look super full. It’s not. The New England clam chowder was great though.“

“Great food and awesome service“

“Fish District is our favorite when we’re not cooking at home. The fish is consistently excellent—fresh, well-cooked, and fantastic every single time. The service is fast and friendly, with no fuss, which I appreciate. Located in a regular strip mall, it has the usual fast-food atmosphere—nothing extravagant, but it gets the job done. A reliable choice for a quick meal that satisfies!“

“I'd work here if they paid me in poke bowls. So good. Other places the fish is questionable but this place always has a great taste and seems fresh! Oh and since you got rid of your yummy fountain and now just have standard Pepsi $2+ is a little much for a little cup of a Pepsi product .... I miss the old options that were worth the money �“

“My wife and I had a nice dinner at The Fish Market while visiting Solana Beach.“

“Found Nick’s by chance the nite we flew in and went back 2 more times before we left. Great food, the steaks were cooked perfect. Priced fair for today’s times. Great friendly wait staff. I recommend if you’re in Carlsbad it’s a must stop. Enjoy!!“

“The sushi is amazing...baked salmon roll and Philly rolls are my go to!“

“My favorite restaurant of boiling crab 🦀 🥵“

“It is a beautiful location with amazing food and service 🤗👏“

“We live in Philly & love Richard Blais so when visiting my brother in San Diego we always have to check out any new spots by Chef Blais. We were so happy our trip last week included California English! Right away the decor & atmosphere draw you in, being both chic & comfortable. Our server was absolutely fantastic & the food could not have been better. Try the ricotta toast, fish & chips & sticky toffee & date cake, you won’t be disappointed!“

“Best TACOS in Sorrento Valley! Please stop by so they’ll stay in the area!“

“It's a food truck it is either a hit or miss, but this was definitely a hit expensive but a hit. The seafood cocktail is amazing the juice was savory, the tacos are fire the size were pretty big. It's a truck worth visiting better than most Mariscos restaurants in San Marcos.“

“The food and service were outstanding! The breakfast potatoes were particularly exceptional. I also had dinner there once and enjoyed the wings, which were very good. All the servers were friendly and pleasant. I would expect nothing less from a Hilton restaurant.“

“It is a fun place to be! variety of foods available.“

“Extremely clean and generous! Came in for the first time for my lunch break and they did not disappoint. The gentleman at the front served me and gave great recommendations. The pic is me half way through the bowl but the presentation was great too. Would come back again.“

“The food is soooo good, big portions and excellent service.“

“We celebrated my boyfriends dinner here and they truly made it a very unique and special day! Our server, Benjamin, was amazing! From offering great wine recommendations to food recommendations, we enjoyed our night with spectacular food and service. He was very attentive and helpful when it came to picking the right options of food for us.

This restaurant goes above and beyond to showcase their hospitality to guests. From the time you check in to the time you walk out, you experience great service and attention. From the small things such as resetting our table to cleaning after every dish and checking in on us, to serving delicious food, this restaurant is one I’d recommend to friends and family over and over again! Truly a special occasion setting.“

“The BEST fish tacos in North County! All of their food is really delicious. My husband tries to get something different each time we go & so far each and every dish has been absolutely mouth watering! We have literally taken most of our family & friends. It's that good. Definitely 5++ stars & DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!!!!“

“Excellent Customer Service & Professional Resolution

I originally posted a review regarding what I believed to be a billing error at Chin’s Carlsbad. However, after speaking directly with a representative, Howard, I want to commend their professionalism and quick response in addressing my concerns.

Howard took the time to go over my receipt in detail, and we discovered that the Point-of-Sale system deducts a portion of sales tax from gift certificates, which initially caused some confusion. After reviewing the proper sales tax calculations, it became clear that my bill was actually correct. In retrospect, I was mistaken, not the restaurant.

I truly appreciate Howard's courteous and professional approach in resolving this issue. It’s a testament to their commitment to customer satisfaction. Chin’s has always been a family favorite, and I’m happy to say that their integrity and service remain top-notch.“

“Good food, pet friendly if you are in the area stop by“

“You are a restaurant that cooks from the heart, and I really enjoy your cooking and service.“

“We had an amazing stay at L'Auberge Del Mar. The hotel was stunning—beautifully updated with modern finishes and stylish furnishings. Our room was exceptional, featuring an incredibly comfortable bed, luxurious bedding, a marble bathroom, and a breathtaking ocean view from the balcony. The hot tub was a perfect temperature for the cool May evening. On Saturday night, there was a gorgeous wedding on the rooftop, and we enjoyed listening to the music from the hot tub. It wrapped up around 10:30 p.m., allowing for a peaceful and restful night’s sleep. The staff was extremely courteous, and the valet service was top-notch. We will absolutely return to this beautiful hotel and highly recommend it to anyone considering a stay—don’t hesitate to book your room!“

“We had another excellent meal! We were celebrating our son’s birthday and our server Paul really made it a great night . We have had him before and he is really a fantastic server! All of our food was fantastic . Pictured below the ahi ceviche and the jalapeño watermelon margarita . Such a fun atmosphere, too.“

“Great selection of fresh fish! Yum 😋“

“The pizza Birria was one of the best things I’ve ever eaten and the one of a kind Michelada’s are truly phenomenal and unique. The Latin American amalgamation with contemporary atmosphere has a perfect balance of an open, tasteful, yet festive experience. I will 100% be going back.“

“Friendly and courteous staff, high quality and delicious food! Love their drinks and desserts as well. The menu is not overwhelming for me to choose! Lovely atmosphere!“