20 Best Seafood Restaurants in La Jolla

“The fish tacos are great. Shrimp tacos are good too.“

“Matthew our bartender was awesome! Service was on point & the cocktails were delicious! Oh and of course the food… we ordered appetizers and what can we say, its the Marine Room. Ya’ll know how the food is. If you go for cocktails & appetizers ask for Matthew to get perfect drinks & service!“

“Enjoyed it totally! 2 nd time and will go back again. Love the food and the menu“

“Absolutely delicious food, superb service, nice atmosphere, great drinks! We were welcomed immediately upon arrival, and everyone was very attentive and helpful. Every single thing we ate tasted fabulous! It was a fun experience and I highly recommend it!

Kid-friendliness: Yes kid-friendly

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes accessible“

“Such an amazing experience! Food was amazing, people were very kind and the restaurant was very clean! I completely loved the full experience! I told them I was visiting San Diego celebrating my birthday. They gave me an ice cream, and sang happy birthday to me! ?“

“Where do I begin? This isn’t your average hotel restaurant serving just hotel guests. This is a million-dollar, five-star dining experience with stunning views! It deserves to be a destination in itself, attracting visitors specifically for the food. From the ambiance, music, and jazz nights to the exceptional cuisine and staff, everything is top-notch.
Make sure to ask for the complementary bread, to die for.. we ordered it twice.
Plus, you get validated parking! Enjoy a meal in La Jolla without the hassle of street parking—just luxurious convenience!
This is my 3rd time at the place. Never disappoint!“

“I can’t say enough great things about this place!

I had the opportunity to take some awesome clients here tonight at their suggestion. I was so happy with their choice!

Eddie V’s truly goes above and beyond. When I made our original reservation, I shared that this was for a business meeting with clients I love. I requested a table as close to the water as possible. Damn, did they deliver. If we’d have gotten any closer, they’d have had to serve us in kayaks on the water itself.

From the moment we walked in, it was clear that this place takes service very seriously. Our server, Daniel M, had his game on lock! This guy made us feel like we were the only table he had, and I know he was busy. As a former service industry member, I know how difficult that is. He absolutely killed it!

We started out with some Yellowfin Tuna Crudo, Calamari, and their lump crab cake.

The Crudo was unbelievable. It was served on a large, chilled platter in a citrusy and somewhat spicy dressing. Each piece had a thin slice of Fresno Chili (I think) on top with a micro green of some type. It was the perfect amount of heat, crunch from the raw chili and micro green, and the Tuna could not have been any fresher. 10/10

I’m not even sure how they held the crab cake together, because it was almost all crab meat. I have never had a better one, actually. It was served with an aioli which had whole grain mustard in it. The mix of creamy aioli and acidity of the mustard was incredible. Again, 10/10.

The calamari was a really different one. It was served on a bed of fried Vermicelli noodles for presentation. The calamari was perfectly seasoned and is exactly what you want when you order that dish. What set it apart was the chilis, cashews, and scallion on top. It was also uniquely served with a citrusy and gingery sauce, rather than the traditional sauces you get everywhere else. Once again, 10/10.

Moving onto entrees. One of my clients and I both ordered the 22 oz. Prime bone in Ribeye Oscar style. My other client ordered the salmon, which she said was perfectly cooked and she loved.

Ok. Let me break this steak down for you, because sweet Jesus that was perfect. We both ordered it medium rare. It was edge to edge perfectly medium rare. It almost made me wonder if they have some Sous vide and pop them in a pan to finish. That’s what I do at home and when steak is pure perfection like that, it isn’t cheating it’s working smarter to deliver the best product to your customer. The crab and Béarnaise sauce made this like a 47/10.

We ordered the butter poached lobster mashed potatoes which were basically a vessel to deliver lobster and dairy to your dome. 10/10

The Brussels sprouts were absolutely out of this world. More cashews for texture, a glaze that I can’t even explain, and the perfect amount of crunch to tenderness. 10/10

Now, for the truffle Mac and cheese. I have never had a better Mac and cheese in my life. I have no idea how they pack that much truffle flavor in that sauce. I wish I did. The crumble on top of Panko, butter, a bit of cheese, and shavings of black truffle made this one of the best dishes I’ve eaten in a very long time, and maybe even in my life. 500/10

I ordered the smoked Old Fashioned which is served table side. They arrive at your table with a glass overturned and some type of wood shouldering underneath to impart that perfect smokiness. When they upright the glass, smoky aromas fill the air and everyone has to know what’s going on at your table. The server then takes a massive ice cube and puts it in your glass. The pre-stirred and strained drink is then poured over the ice and your skewer of orange zest and a cherry are placed on top. It’s perfect.

By the time we were done, all of us were too stuffed for dessert, but we would have done it if we had any space le“

“Ordered the full size sampler. It was so tasty and I loved that I could try all the options and not be limited to one. It was perfect for 2 of us to share. But if you are hungry, it might not be enough for 2 people. The bread is absolutely delicious... toasted and buttered to perfection!“

“Absolutely amazing cuisine! Exceptional customer service! I would come again!“

“Just walked in and was greeted by live piano music and singing, giving off a classic piano bar vibe. The dark, vintage decor feels straight out of an old-school Manhattan restaurant. Guests were dressed up, making my Crocs feel out of place, but no dress code here!

The food is fantastic and worth the price. The complimentary bread was fresh, and the calamari was one of the best I’ve had, packed with squid heads. We ordered the Manhattan Trio pasta—lobster ravioli was a highlight, and the sauces were so good I wiped them clean with bread. The NY cheesecake was authentic, though I still prefer Yanni’s.

This place is perfect for a romantic date, especially if you appreciate vintage charm. Definitely a hidden gem!“

“Amazing food. Casual atmosphere. Great service to go along with the great food“

“Hands down best Chinese food available in San Diego, and arguably some of the best I’ve ever had. Dine-in is a must. 10/10 recommend.

Top picks:
• Salt & pepper chicken wings
• Crispy wontons
• Spicy honey & sesame (“orange”) chicken - or better yet the double delight with chicken & shrimp
• Shanghai crispy pork
• House special lo mein (chicken, beef, & shrimp)“

“Wonderful experience at Delsushi. The service was excellent amd the ladies that were working were great to talk to. The food was exactly what I was looking for. Really enjoyed the dumplings and sauce served with them and had good sushi too. I would be visiting more often but unfortunately wad just in San Diego staying at the local hospital, but wish this was a local spot for me.

Parking: You have to walk up the side stairs or ramp to access the back of the building. This is where the restaurant is located.“

“Great Baja Mexican food, great drinks

Vegetarian options: Mushroom tacos

Dietary restrictions: Skinny margarita

Kid-friendliness: Hamburger

Wheelchair accessibility: Lift device“

“Friendly, fast, fresh and always delicious“

“Food is delicious! The views are spectacular! And service is always top-notch!“

“Great outdoor patio dining experience. Amazing sunset and spectacular ocean view.“

“a short walk from the cove. nice spot to cap your day, good food and service“

“I love eating at Rubio's. I have been eating here since moving to San Diego 21 years ago. I was sad to see 13 locations across San Diego closed abruptly as of last Friday, including the nearby Renaissance Plaza location, but was glad that this location has remained open for business.
You cannot go wrong with the original fish tacos, but I also highly recommend the blackened Mahi Mahi grilled tacos and gourmet grilled shrimp tacos.

Vegetarian options: When I am eating vegetarian, I enjoy the cheese quesadillas. If you are pescatarian, there are many options.

Kid-friendliness: Great kid meals and family friendly atmosphere.“

“Wonderful view of the beach and ocean and great mud pie!“