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Waterbar San Diego

4.5 (522)
$30 and under
American
4325 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109-3923

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Waterbar San Diego

4.5
$30 and under
American
Pacific Beach

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour

Located alongside the vibrant ocean-front boardwalk in Pacific Beach, Waterbar offers only the best in tantalizing menus, innovative libations, panoramic views, and lively entertainment. Our “social seafood” menu is inspired by East coast, West coast and Baja cuisines, and transforms the freshest flavors through our chef’s unique renditions of coastal classics. Flavor-forward craft cocktails, local micro-brews, national brand favorites, and a diverse wine list are offered across comfortable bar seating, community-table dining, and intimate ocean-side tables. Waterbar’s thriving, energetic environment captures the passion of San Diego’s iconic coastline for an unforgettably satisfying experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–00:00 Fri 11:00–02:00 Sat 09:00–02:00 Sun 09:00–00:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Rodriguez
  • Catering
    4325 Ocean Blvd<br />San Diego California, 92109-3923
  • Private party facilities
    Perched above the Pacific Beach Boardwalk is Waterbar, a 6,700-square-foot beachside eatery. The floor to ceiling windows showcase unparalleled ocean views and is the perfect backdrop to a seafood-forward menu inspired by East Coast, West Coast and Baja Coastal cuisine. mikes@waterbarsd.com
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Pacific Beach
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • Friendsgiving Charm Bar

    US$30.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 - 8 people

    19 Nov 2026 only
    Toast to Endless Sips and Friendships with our Charm bar. Make charm bracelets or wine charms with friends while sipping Whitehaven Sauvingnon Blanc and snacking on apps. Your ticket includes endless Sauvingon Blanc, a 5 charm bracelet or wine charm and 1 appetizer.

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    sash.foodie

    @alisamogi took over for me at @waterbarsd 🌊🍸✨ A little San Diego seafood, ocean views, and good vibes all around!

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    princesspurpley

    Sunset + seafood + basically the whole menu… because apparently choosing just one dish wasn’t an option. 😂🌅🦞 Tried the lobster roll, tacos, wings, and a little bit of everything in between. Basically came hungry and left with no regrets. 🤭 Caught the sunset while we were at it, making this the perfect San Diego evening. 🌊✨ @waterbarsd #seafood #Sunset #SanDiegoFoodies #lobsterroll #tacos

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Waterbar San Diego.

4.5

4.5
(522)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Waterbar San Diego is celebrated for its "spectacular" ocean views and vibrant atmosphere. Guests enjoy "great food" and "wonderful service," with highlights like the Maine lobster roll and sushi. It's perfect for sunset dinners, offering a fun, lively vibe. However, some note it can get loud, affecting conversation quality.
522 Reviews
  1. David Gold

    Las Vegas15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were in San Diego at Mission Bay for a birthday party. We came in the evening before the event and looked for a dining place nearby that had American cuisine, not too pricey and would take last minute reservations. Waterbar fit just what we needed. Parking is a pain. It was nearly impossible to find a place to park as all spaces were taken in the back. We lucked out after driving around for almost 10 min and found someone pulling out. We were seated by the window. It was a high top seating, note the chairs could use a bit more padding but better than sitting on a wooden stool. The hostess and waitress were excellent. Kudos to Maria! She was friendly, professional, attentive and met all our requests. The drinks were fine. Ordered a Ketel One on the rocks. They charged $2.00 for ice. Yes, that’s what it showed on the bill, Ketel $14, next line was ice $2.00. No they did not take it off the bill. We had a house salad. It was okay, lots of arugula, not my fav green, few tomatoes and cucumbers, dressing was okay. We had the chicken wings with sweet chili rub. The small little wings were tender but the mini drumsticks were tough and chewy. It’s pretty noisy in there but there were several large groups having parties. It’s a fun place if you are in the neighborhood and find a place to park. Lots of tvs for sporting events. I would go back to try other things on the menu. Appreciative of our server. She made the evening much more enjoyable.

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  2. Dan

    Hawaii5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The lobster roll was horrible. It looked and tasted like the lobster had been heated and reheated a dozen times. It was like rubber. The waitress did comp us for the lobster roll, but unacceptable to have been served. Yes it was that bad. Very loud environment. Yes it is a bar, but also a restaurant. View was good though.

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  3. Ann

    San Diego11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great sunset dinner. We had fun cocktails and a ton of really fresh and delicious sushi. Our server was very friendly.

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  4. Julie Gold

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding meal. Great service. Flavors were outstanding.

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  5. Steve

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very beautiful sunset! Great food and wonderful service!

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  6. Brett

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 11 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Liz was great as our server. Avoid the Calamari app! Its mostly peppers and was a waste of money. Tried the rice cakes too and they were overcooked. Fish (and chips) was also over cooked. Overall underwhelming and very expensive.

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  7. Edward Gold

    San Diego10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat next to an open window for a great view of the ocean and sunset. Great service and food!

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  8. Brooke

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Maine lobster roll is fabulous — lots of lobster! My (very picky) fiancé has gotten it twice in the past month, so that says a lot. The hamachi crudo is fresh and delicious, and next time I want to try both of their ceviches. Both times we sat right next to the big open windows overlooking the boardwalk. It was beautiful in the evening — you can see the ocean, smell the ocean air, and still feel like you’re right in the middle of PB. Our server Michael was awesome! He has the handlebar mustache and is also a bartender. Super friendly and attentive, and they make one of the best spicy Ranch Waters! The TVs are positioned really well, too. The Padres game was on and it was busy without feeling crazy. Great atmosphere, great location, and just a really fun vibe. We’ll definitely be back.

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  9. candy

    San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun, loud but great view of the sunset. Food was good. Baseball game on so made for a fun night.

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  10. J. Carlos

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The location is right on the beach. I mean, RIGHT ON THE BEACH. Perfect place to watch the sunset. They open the windows just before the sun goes down to get the ocean breeze and give you a perfect view. The place was packed for a Padres Play Off game, and the noise level was high. I can't offer an opinion on a "normal" night. Food was very good. No complaints. The four of us ordered a variety off the menu, and everyone was pleased with the meal. Service was top notch, even on a busy night. Overall, it's likely a place for a "younger" crowd, but we older patrons had no issues and enjoyed our dinner and the sunset.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–00:00 Fri 11:00–02:00 Sat 09:00–02:00 Sun 09:00–00:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Rodriguez
  • Catering
    4325 Ocean Blvd<br />San Diego California, 92109-3923
  • Private party facilities
    Perched above the Pacific Beach Boardwalk is Waterbar, a 6,700-square-foot beachside eatery. The floor to ceiling windows showcase unparalleled ocean views and is the perfect backdrop to a seafood-forward menu inspired by East Coast, West Coast and Baja Coastal cuisine. mikes@waterbarsd.com
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Pacific Beach
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Waterbar San Diego is an energetic oceanfront spot anchored by a large central bar and panoramic window seats; expect bright, open views and live/DJ music that can make evenings lively.

Yes, Waterbar San Diego is family-friendly: guests praise family brunches and report dining with children, including groups with kids and orders like a kids quesadilla.

Yes, reviewers say the team is used to handling requests: managers have worked with guests to identify truly gluten-free dishes and even arranged off‑hour sushi, and staff have helped set up reserved menus for large brunches.

Yes, Waterbar San Diego is a lovely choice for date night, thanks to its oceanfront window tables and sunsets; several guests report anniversary visits or call it a great spot for a date night.

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Waterbar San Diego

4.5
$30 and under
American
Pacific Beach

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
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