Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Mission Bay

65 restaurants available nearby

1. The Fishery

4.7

Exceptional(3082)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pacific Beach

Booked 74 times today

BEHIND EVERY GREAT SEAFOOD RESTAURANT IS A WAREHOUSE STOCKED WITH FRESH SEAFOOD. The Fishery Restaurant & Market is located just a few blocks from the ocean in North Pacific Beach. The restaurant menu reflects ‘coastal cuisine’ with a simple yet serious focus on the best our coastal fisheries and local farms have to offer. The passion that drives Chef Mike Reidy is evidenced by flavors that can only be achieved using ingredients at their peak of seasonality and freshness. The Fishery was awarded the prestigious Award of Excellence for its Wine List from Wine Spectator in 2018- Present. Our wine list is inspired by the great wines of Europe and their American counterparts and we strive to showcase real, natural, food friendly-wines with a sense of place.The Fishery Market showcases fresh fish, prepared seafood, salads, sauces and marinades.

2. Scuderie Italia

4.8

Exceptional(355)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pacific Beach

Booked 13 times today

Scuderie (scoo-de-ree-ye) is often referred to, in Italy, as a racing team garage. In the spirit of teamwork we welcome you to Scuderie Italia, our luxurious home providing you with impeccable service and simple, comforting Italian food and pizza. Our true Napoletana pizza is proudly made by our vibrant pizzaiolo, Gimmy Piperku, who also heads the kitchen serving handmade pasta and other popular Italian dishes. Enjoy your meal on either one of our our covered patios or dine inside surrounded by beautiful photos of Italian engines and bright racing yellows. Nothing brings people together like good food and we have that for you and your crew!Buon appetito~ Leonardo and Christine Landini

3. Dockside 1953

4.5

Awesome(615)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Mission Beach

Booked 10 times today

With its spectacular waterfront setting on Mission Bay, nautical-inspired design, and a menu of mouthwatering dishes, Dockside 1953 is a favorite restaurant for hotel guests and locals alike. Aptly named for its marina-facing locale at the Bahia Resort Hotel and the year the resort opened, Dockside 1953 is a stunning standout in San Diego’s dining scene. Fresh, coastal-inspired, and locally sourced — the eclectic menu of California fare features dishes to satisfy all palates. With a dedication to high-quality ingredients, menu highlights include classic sweet and savory options for breakfast; salads, bowls, and flatbreads for lunch; sharable starters and fresh seafood entrées for dinner; and a thoughtful wine and cocktail menu. The extensive outdoor patio features cozy fire pits, gorgeous Mission Bay views, and a covered trellis to shade guests.

4. Island Prime

4.6

Exceptional(8404)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 63 times today

Resting on stilts atop San Diego Bay, Island Prime overlooks the city skyline and Coronado.

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5. Slowly Restaurant & Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(67)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Pacific Beach

Booked 23 times today

At Slowly Restaurant & Lounge, we strive to be a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, fostering connections and creating memories over delicious food and drinks. Whether you’re enjoying a meal with loved ones, unwinding with a refreshing libation, or discovering local flavors, our goal is to ensure every moment spent with us is savored, slowly.We hope you enjoy your experience at Slowly, where the pace is easy, laughter flows freely, and the flavors are fresh.

6. ARLO San Diego

4.2

Awesome(771)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mission Valley

Booked 22 times today

ARLO is an award-winning restaurant known for its scratch-made dishes, crafted from fresh local ingredients. Serving breakfast, weekend DJ brunch, and dinner, ARLO offers a fun and quirky environment. Highlights include a sweeping outdoor patio, swaying palm trees, and a giant outdoor fireplace. The experience is rounded out by an inventive cocktail program, an extensive wine list, and local craft beers on tap. Recently, ARLO won Best Hotel Restaurant and Best Restaurant for Big Groups in the San Diego Magazine Best of 2024 awards. Free parking is available.

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7. La Dolce Vita Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(1133)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 37 times today

La Dolce Vita is located in a European courtyard setting at International Shops off Prospect St. Loyal to its name La Dolce Vita (The Sweet Life), is a place to sit back and relax in our cozy and romantic indoor dining room or our charming outdoor patio to enjoy a hearty meal along with a bottle of wine while listening to Italian tunes. We serve genuine Italian cuisine in a fine dining setting at affordable prices.

8. Camino Riviera

4.8

Exceptional(34)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Little Italy

Booked 18 times today

Join us for a full sensory journey through the Yucatán in our sultry dining room and open air lounge. SDCM Corporate Executive Chef, Brian Redzikowski has curated an eclectic menu that integrates his unique style with Mexican cuisine. The bar program is built on classic cocktails while celebrating the spirits and flavors from all over Latin America. We source rare expressions of mezcal and tequila from some of the most revered producers in Mexico.We accept requests for both environments but cannot guarantee the ability to accommodate all requests.

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9. Baci Restaurant - San Diego

4.9

Exceptional(1905)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old Town

Booked 19 times today

Baci Ristorante offers diners a hint of old world Italian charm, with plush booths, white tablecloths, and gracious servers clad in tuxedos. While the decor is subtly modern, the menu is classic, celebrating Northern and Southern Italian cuisine. Specialties include classic pasta dishes, veal, and fresh seafood, with especially tempting daily specials offered by Executive Chef Domenico Alioto. In addition to the cuisine, the restaurant's charming and welcoming features--include an extensive wine list, elegant patio setting, and romantic main dining room--have made Baci a consistent favorite among locals for over 30 years.

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10. The French Gourmet

4.7

Exceptional(1569)

Price: Moderate

• French • Pacific Beach

Booked 14 times today

OUTDOOR PATIO & INDOOR SEATING IS OPEN FOR BRUNCH 7 days a week! HAPPY HOUR & DINNER (Wednesday-Sunday) Our restaurant serves California-influenced French cuisine in our completely remodeled outdoor patio and indoor wine boutique, brand new menu and bar with signature craft cocktails. We are a long-time favorite of locals who appreciate the personal service and our extensive wine list. After more than four decades of serving our clients, it is as much an honor and a privilege, as it is a reassurance to know, that while culinary trends come and go, appreciation and dedication to quality endure.

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bemshamsaVIP
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Creative cocktails, delicious cold and hot starters and unique mains. All wild fish too.
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The FisheryPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Pacific Beach
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4.7
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Susan
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food! The Carbonara is fantastic and the puccia bread is too. We discovered this place through Uber Eats, and wanted to try everything right out of the kitchen rather than after a 20 minute drive, and we were not disappointed. This place is worth the drive; will be back.
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Scuderie ItaliaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pacific Beach
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4.8
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TanyaVIP
San Diego •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We stopped in after a whale watching trip. It was a bit pricier than I remember, bill was $340 without alcohol and two of us split entrees. We were a party of 6, started off with steak tartare and oysters, both delicious. My sister got lobster bisque and swordfish, both great, especially impressed with soup, it is hard to find good lobster bisque on the west coast. I split the salmon with my mom, very moist and the skin was crisped perfectly; we also split the greens salad which was flavorful. My daughter got the filet trio all 3 yummy. Brother got a shrimp pasta dish and said you could tell they were good quality shrimp. We are all pretty picky eaters, not with what we eat but with how things are prepared. Everything we ordered was delicious.
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Island PrimePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.6
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AnneVIP
San Diego •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Lovely atmosphere, with a great menu and terrific, professional service. Will definitely go again.
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Slowly Restaurant & LoungePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Pacific Beach
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4.7
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ShaneVIP
Denver / Colorado •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 1, 2025
Great lunch. Enjoyed it all.
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Dockside 1953Price: Moderate• Californian• Mission Beach
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4.5

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65 restaurants available nearby

1. The Fishery

2. Scuderie Italia

3. Dockside 1953

4. Island Prime

5. Slowly Restaurant & Lounge

6. ARLO San Diego

7. La Dolce Vita Ristorante

8. Camino Riviera

9. Baci Restaurant - San Diego

10. The French Gourmet

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