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Coasterra, San Diego, CA
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Coasterra

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4.7 (7858)
$30 and under
Mexican
880 B Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 143 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Coasterra is San Diego's premier bay front dining destination! We are an innovative and modern restaurant, lounge and floating event center, featuring Mexican cuisine.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Executive Chef/Partner Deborah Scott
  • Private party facilities
    Coasterra offers innovative and modern Mexican cuisine from Executive Chef /Partner Deborah Scott. Our breathtaking views of the Downtown San Diego Skyline will surely create the ideal backdrop for your event.
  • Private party contact
    Events Manager: (619) 814-1300 ext. 109
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Harbor Island
  • Cross street
    North Harbor Drive
  • Parking details
    No valet at this time. Our parking lot is self parking for both lunch and dinner service.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Big Bay Boom - 4th of July Prix-Fixe Menu

    $89.95 per person

    Jul 4, 2025 only
    Come and enjoy the Big Bay Boom 4th of July Fireworks Show at Coasterra! Reservations available from 7-8:30pm. This is California's largest Fireworks Show - displayed from four barges on the San Diego Bay at 9 PM. You’ll enjoy up close views of the fireworks while enjoying dinner on the water with your family and friends. We are featuring a 3-Course Prix-Fixe Menu for $89.95 per person excluding tax, gratuity, and supplemental fee. This will be the only menu offering for viewing the fireworks. *We are currently booking for INSIDE our dining room ONLY. All outdoor seating has been booked for this experience. *Standard reservations are inside our dining room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. **A credit card is required to hold the reservation. No payment is taken at the time of booking. ***Cancellation policy: we kindly ask for 48 hours notice or you may be subject to a $25 charge per person.
  • Regular Dinner Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Before the fireworks, come enjoy an early dinner with us. Start your evening on the water enjoying breathtaking views of the San Diego Skyline. Please note: Our 4-6pm dinner seating (featuring our regular dinner menu) is a pre-fireworks reservation and tables will be rebooked for our fireworks celebration later in the evening. All tables during this seating have a 2-hour dining limit. We appreciate your understanding and can't wait to have you join us for an early dinner!

Private dining

What 7,858 people are saying

Coasterra reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

  • San Diego

    Great for scenic views

  • San Diego

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Coasterra offers an "amazing view" of the San Diego skyline, making it a prime spot for special occasions. Guests praise the "great food and drinks," particularly highlighting the surf and turf quesadilla and the queso appetizer. Service is often noted as "excellent," with attentive staff ensuring memorable dining experiences.
7,858 Reviews
  1. Zapher VIP

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we stepped into Coasterra, we were swept away by a tidal wave of exceptional service and mouthwatering flavors that left us starry-eyed! This vibrant waterfront gem delivered an unforgettable dining experience, with every dish and interaction painted in bold, colorful strokes of perfection. The staff was nothing short of magical—attentive, warm, and brimming with enthusiasm. Our server, with a radiant smile, guided us through the menu like a culinary maestro, offering spot-on recommendations and ensuring every need was met before we even thought to ask. Water glasses? Refilled like clockwork. Special requests? Handled with grace and speed. It felt like we were dining with friends who just happened to be hospitality superstars! Now, let’s talk about the food—a symphony of flavors that danced across our palates! The vegetarian lasagna was a masterpiece, layered with rich, creamy goodness and vibrant veggies that burst with freshness. The ceviche? A zesty, citrusy explosion that screamed coastal bliss. The grilled salmon was perfectly flaky, kissed with a smoky char that made every bite divine. And the beef and chicken fajitas? Sizzling, tender, and packed with bold spices, they arrived with a flourish, turning heads across the dining room. Each dish was a work of art, plated with care and bursting with color. But the grand finale? Oh, the desserts stole the show! The churros were golden, crispy, and dusted with just the right amount of cinnamon-sugar magic, paired with a velvety dipping sauce that had us scraping the bowl. And the cake—moist, decadent, and so indulgent it felt like a hug on a plate. It was the perfect sweet ending to an already spectacular meal. Coasterra’s vibrant atmosphere, paired with its impeccable service and flavor-packed dishes, made this a 5-star experience we’ll rave about for years. Whether it’s the warm hospitality or the dazzling plates, this place is a must-visit for anyone craving a culinary adventure.

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  2. shane

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance, terrific food, and the staff were great! Looking forward to returning. Thanks for making our dinner spectacular!

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  3. Rodrigo

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great happy hour.. i wish more was added to the menu but overall it was great. The hostesses up front aren’t really that friendly or welcoming… thats the only downside i saw at this place. But overall great place to meet up or take your lady.

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  4. Albert VIP

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was outstanding. Our server was very attentive.

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  5. Norma

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service both by our hostess and server Joshua! The trout was fresh , as were the Mahi tacos! We will definitely be dining there again! Spectacular view of San Diego harbor and Coronado Bridge as well!

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  6. Charles

    San Diego14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    What can I say, we were welcomed at the door, immediately taken to our table. Our server brought us water and menus. We both had the trout, and it was scrumptious. And since this was our wedding anniversary, she brought us a complementary dessert. We enjoyed everything about the restaurant - a typical Cohn restaurant - outstanding in every way.

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  7. Silvia

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service is great. There was one item on the menu that my mom was not able to order and she was a bit disappointed.

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  8. Peter VIP

    Virginia95 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We held a group dinner. The staff were very welcoming. Drinks and food were outstanding. The table-side guacamole creation was great fun and delicious. The staff were fun, efficient and we enjoyed their company. This was my first time hosting a dinner here and I hope to return soon! Great job guys.

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  9. Allan

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great spot for a business lunch with out of town guests. Food and service were great and my clients were impressed.

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  10. Carlos VIP

    Key West / Florida Keys4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    It took an hour to get our main entrees. The waiter did not check on us very much, despite the latency in getting our meal. They admittedly had too many large tables. Thus our service was affected. However, they purchased our appetizers as a way to make up for the tardiness. So I'd go back to give them another chance. However, this was not the best experience. Good notes. The food was mostly tasty, though the classic ceviche was a little bland. The ambience is wonderful. They have one of the best views I've seen in a restaurant in San Diego. You can see the entire San Diego downtown coast line along with the Coronado bridge. The restaurant is also pretty large, so plenty of event space.

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Coasterra is rated 4.7 stars by 7858 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 143 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Coasterra

880 B Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    North Harbor Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Harbor Island
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    No valet at this time. Our parking lot is self parking for both lunch and dinner service.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Executive Chef/Partner Deborah Scott
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Coasterra offers innovative and modern Mexican cuisine from Executive Chef /Partner Deborah Scott. Our breathtaking views of the Downtown San Diego Skyline will surely create the ideal backdrop for your event.
  • Private party contact
    Events Manager: (619) 814-1300 ext. 109
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