50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Solana Beach

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

“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!“

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

“Love Reds. I have Ben going for over 20 years and get their one of their many steaks, most of the time and ,done medium rare!“

“GREAT GREAT FOOD. Thank you 😊“

“Absolutely loved this place will definitely go back!!!! Our waiter did fantastic! Food was great! Drinks were great! Nothing bad about this place! Great time with friends or just a date night I would highly recommend this place. Service was spectacular!“

“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!“

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

“Great view, service and breakfast!“

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

“JTB. EXELENTE. DEL MAR A SUMESA“

“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.“

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

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

“This was our first time at a place like this and Lao, our waitress, was very patient and detailed. We were a big group and she answered all of our questions and provided the best service. The food was really good and the atmosphere was great. 10/10“

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

“Excellent seafood and good portions“

“It’s our annual place to be every August for the last 17 years: celebrating 50 years of marriage! The food, service and atmosphere right on the beach is heavenly. Our bartender Steve congratulated us and we talked for a short time. Everyone is so friendly, can’t beat the quality of their meals ! We drive out from Phoenix to have their specialty. Well worth the ride❤️❤️❤️“

“Butter roll perfection warm, soft, and buttery enough to make you question every other sandwich you’ve ever had. The lobster? Fresh, sweet. I did try adding extra lobster, but honestly, it didn’t change my life enough to justify the price save that cash for dessert or another roll.

The place is tiny, with just a few outdoor tables, but you’re surrounded by adorable little shops, so it’s basically like eating luxury seafood in a postcard. The vibe is super chill and informal the kind of place where you can wear flip flops, sip your drink, and watch people browse stuff they don’t need.

Easily one of the best lobster rolls I’ve ever had.“

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

“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!“

“I had the sea bass with Himalayan salt- a favorite of mine- the green beans and splurged (diet wise) for the mashed potatoes instead of a salad. Everything was delicious. My lunch partner had fish tacos which he seemed to inhale. The server was very attentive.“

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

“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“

“My husband and I celebrated our 38th Wedding Anniversary at Ember&Rye. Our waiter Jeremiah was amazing. He told us what the special of the day was and asked if I had any food allergies. I told him yes and he made sure everything was what we ordered. We so appreciated the excellent customer service we received on October 23rd, 2025.“

“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 really love this restaurant—it's my fifth time coming here! On sunny days, the terrace seating feels wonderful. The interior is cute and cozy, making it a very comfortable place to relax. They also have a café, and the pastries there are delicious. The staff is always friendly and attentive, which is why I keep coming back again and again.“

“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 �“

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

“We met friends for dinner and what an amazing experience it was! Each course was delicious and the presentation was second to none. The service was genuine and every staff member was attentive and made us feel welcome. Can’t wait to come back!“

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

“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.“

“Great food and very pleasant atmosphere, definitely recommend.“

“Enjoyed the poke at PokeLand in Mira Mesa! Ordered the regular poke bowl with salmon, spicy tuna, scallops, and many toppings and it was great! If you like it spicy there’s definitely spicy options. Fast, accommodating, and friendly service. Recommend!“

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

“We've eaten at seasons 52 multiple times since they opened . Every time has been consistent with food, quality, service and menu options. We ate outside. Yesterday was a lovely day and our server Nick was knowledgeable, attentive, and personable. Our guest was 95 yrs old and they catered to his every need . I still think the quality of the food, the portion size, and overall experience is probably the best value in town. There's so many options on their menu and every one of them is thoughtfully prepared. We keep coming back time and time again. Fabulous restaurant. Healthy and friendly.“

“One of the best meals I’ve ever had in Encinitas— A must try! This place feels fresh and inspired. You’re immediately transported to a trendy villa in Mexico with an aire of heritage and culture. The owner is from a successful line of restauranteurs in Mexico. It’s clear he knows what he’s doing from the atmosphere to the cuisine. The chips and salsa are delicious, fresh and unique (all made in house). We ordered the Mole Enchiladas and Tuna Tostadas, which were both incredible and would order again on our next visit. Then, of course, couldn’t resist the finale dessert of churros! (Filled with pastry cream with chocolate dunking sauce on the side). The entire experience was an absolute treat and I can’t wait to go back and introduce more people to this local gem.“

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

“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 celebrated our 43rd anniversary at Steak 48. We throughly enjoyed it!! The food and atmosphere was top notch. We actually live in NYC and we are used to world class steak houses and this place is on par with them. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

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

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

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

“Stopped in for my first time this past weekend and was honestly really impressed. My family lives very close by in Rancho Santa Fe so we have been going to the Highlands and now one Paseo for many years and have tried all the different restaurants that have come in and out. I would say that Nick’s is one of the better ones. Inside is really well done, it’s very modern with a very large bar and many different types of seating. I also like how open the restaurant is with giant garage door sized entryways so there is really a nice breeze as you’re eating. It’s attached to a shopping center with free multi storage garage parking. Our server was also very polite and everything that we ordered came out very fast. They do have a very large bar in the center of the restaurant so you can also stop in for drinks instead of dining if you prefer.

For this first visit I decided to start with the Shrimp Ceviche and honestly loved it. It was the perfect amount of food and really had that powerful lime flavor to it which I love. Next for dinner I chose the Enchiladas Divorciadas and really enjoyed both of them. They had great flavors and were just really enjoyable, the mole sauce was especially rich and was my favorite part. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone in or near Del Mar, or to anyone in San Diego searching for a great upscale Mexican dining option.“

“Great selection of fresh fish! Yum 😋“

“Oysters tasted delicious 😋

Bucatini: Shrimp pasta was gooooood.

Berkshire Pork Chop was honestly the best meal tonight. The Cheddar Grits were amazing.

Banana Pudding was very good.“

“Great food and service . Beautiful view .“

“Carne asada tacos were fire and the margaritas were really good.“

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