I’ve been to Pacifica twice over the last several months. My partner is more enthusiastic about the food than I am. I can heartily recommend the potstickers, Brussels sprouts, and beet salad. I would avoid the shishito peppers, pickle plate (unless you’re with a large party) and duck confit tacos. He loves the chicharrones; not my thing. The cocktails were well crafted and there are some interesting wines available by the glass.The setting is beautiful without being pretentious. Neither time was it crowded, perhaps because we went on the early side. Even though we were seated promptly both times, I’d prefer the option of making a reservation.I don’t recall this being an issue the first time, but tonight the various small dishes we ordered were served in such rapid succession, it really spoiled the dining experience. There was literally no room on the table, but the runner just kept bringing the dishes. When I asked him to hold the tacos, he brought them to another table but then brought us another pair only a couple minutes later.If we return to Pacifica, (I’m not inclined to, but my partner likes the menu) I’ll have to remember to order just a couple items at a time to avoid the “burn and turn” approach to service we experienced tonight.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Potstickers
jay craig
It was ok.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
madi
Fantastic food and drinks. 4 stars only because it can be inconsistent sometimes.
Taylor Esco
One of my favorite places in the area. Chef knows what he is doing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anna Martin
I learned something new tonight! When ordering unusually food, a Pinot noir is a safe bet for wine. So what wine goes with hot honey jalapeño chiccarones and Brussels sprouts? Pinot noir! It was perfect. The Brussels were good, but the chiccarones…just get them! I don’t have the words to declare the deliciousness! I travel for work, so often eat at the bar. The bar seating was impeded by a post. Solution…Grab a high top instead of a bar seat.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michele Lauzon
Went for a birthday party, had a great time!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
H P
Great food! Fun atmosphere and a spot not to be missed! Have been many times and have not had a bad experience. Highly
Great full bar with creative drinks! Great atmosphere for a night out with friends for tapas and cocktails! They relocated thankfully to this larger venue. Can get really busy on weekend nights, but the service has never been bad.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Tacos, Chicken Tinga Tacos, Fries, Vegetable or Pork & Ginger Pot Stickers
I really wanted to love the food but it just fell short for me. For tapas the portions were fair. Out of the 10 plus dishes we got I only liked 4 of them. Great service and great atmosphere though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Goat Cheese
Dave
What a cool place. Love tapas-centric places. The dishes were very nice - especially the clams in n'duja broth. So good. Our waitress, Darcey - made the night perfect. Or maybe it was the clementine upside-down cake or key lime ice cream sandwich! Either way... it was a great night. Great drinks, as well.... oh... right... that was it!!! In truth... it was all of the above.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Morgan Helwig
The vibes, drinks, food, and service were all great. They moved locations at some point and their new location is beautiful inside. I posted a photo for reference. Definitely will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tim Best
We had about 20 of our teammates from work go to dinner here for a casual Christmas get together and I was blown away with how amazing the food and service was. Every single thing that was ordered was delicious, (heard this from all attendees) and the level of service and responsiveness was as good as I've ever seen.Well done to the team at Pacifica, this was my first experience and I will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: S'Mores, Potstickers and Funyuns, Charcuterie & Cheese Plate, Creme Brûlee, Vegetable or Pork & Ginger Pot Stickers, Flatbread
Sir B
This restaurant has opened bars that open out to sidewalk, which in itself seems unusual, but the most alarming was that a woman was standing on sidewalk with a large dog that was standing on his hind legs and had put his paws on the bar. The dog also had a bowl on the sidewalk, this absolutely doesn't seem sanitary or appropriate. Dog owners should think of others, this is disgusting. So if you go there to eat or drink amd don't mind dog hair or dog feces in your food or drink, have at it! ....DISGUSTINGIn response to your smug attitude, I wasn't referring to outside seating area, I was talking about the garage door style windows that open on to sidewalk (not sure city permitted) and people sit there and drink and eat. Owners attitude is disgraceful
Great location and beach atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potstickers
I’ve been to Pacifica twice over the last several months. My partner is more enthusiastic about the food than I am. I can heartily recommend the potstickers, Brussels sprouts, and beet salad. I would avoid the shishito peppers, pickle plate (unless you’re with a large party) and duck confit tacos. He loves the chicharrones; not my thing. The cocktails were well crafted and there are some interesting wines available by the glass.The setting is beautiful without being pretentious. Neither time was it crowded, perhaps because we went on the early side. Even though we were seated promptly both times, I’d prefer the option of making a reservation.I don’t recall this being an issue the first time, but tonight the various small dishes we ordered were served in such rapid succession, it really spoiled the dining experience. There was literally no room on the table, but the runner just kept bringing the dishes. When I asked him to hold the tacos, he brought them to another table but then brought us another pair only a couple minutes later.If we return to Pacifica, (I’m not inclined to, but my partner likes the menu) I’ll have to remember to order just a couple items at a time to avoid the “burn and turn” approach to service we experienced tonight.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Potstickers
It was ok.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Fantastic food and drinks. 4 stars only because it can be inconsistent sometimes.
One of my favorite places in the area. Chef knows what he is doing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I learned something new tonight! When ordering unusually food, a Pinot noir is a safe bet for wine. So what wine goes with hot honey jalapeño chiccarones and Brussels sprouts? Pinot noir! It was perfect. The Brussels were good, but the chiccarones…just get them! I don’t have the words to declare the deliciousness! I travel for work, so often eat at the bar. The bar seating was impeded by a post. Solution…Grab a high top instead of a bar seat.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went for a birthday party, had a great time!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Great food! Fun atmosphere and a spot not to be missed! Have been many times and have not had a bad experience. Highly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie & Cheese Plate, Flatbread
Really enjoyed the tapas and craft
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie & Cheese Plate
Great full bar with creative drinks! Great atmosphere for a night out with friends for tapas and cocktails! They relocated thankfully to this larger venue. Can get really busy on weekend nights, but the service has never been bad.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Tacos, Chicken Tinga Tacos, Fries, Vegetable or Pork & Ginger Pot Stickers
Restaurantji Recommends
I really wanted to love the food but it just fell short for me. For tapas the portions were fair. Out of the 10 plus dishes we got I only liked 4 of them. Great service and great atmosphere though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Goat Cheese
What a cool place. Love tapas-centric places. The dishes were very nice - especially the clams in n'duja broth. So good. Our waitress, Darcey - made the night perfect. Or maybe it was the clementine upside-down cake or key lime ice cream sandwich! Either way... it was a great night. Great drinks, as well.... oh... right... that was it!!! In truth... it was all of the above.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The vibes, drinks, food, and service were all great. They moved locations at some point and their new location is beautiful inside. I posted a photo for reference. Definitely will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had about 20 of our teammates from work go to dinner here for a casual Christmas get together and I was blown away with how amazing the food and service was. Every single thing that was ordered was delicious, (heard this from all attendees) and the level of service and responsiveness was as good as I've ever seen.Well done to the team at Pacifica, this was my first experience and I will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: S'Mores, Potstickers and Funyuns, Charcuterie & Cheese Plate, Creme Brûlee, Vegetable or Pork & Ginger Pot Stickers, Flatbread
This restaurant has opened bars that open out to sidewalk, which in itself seems unusual, but the most alarming was that a woman was standing on sidewalk with a large dog that was standing on his hind legs and had put his paws on the bar. The dog also had a bowl on the sidewalk, this absolutely doesn't seem sanitary or appropriate. Dog owners should think of others, this is disgusting. So if you go there to eat or drink amd don't mind dog hair or dog feces in your food or drink, have at it! ....DISGUSTINGIn response to your smug attitude, I wasn't referring to outside seating area, I was talking about the garage door style windows that open on to sidewalk (not sure city permitted) and people sit there and drink and eat. Owners attitude is disgraceful