Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

Name: Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff
Address: 2526 South Coast Hwy, Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA, United States, 92007
Telephone: (760) 479-0721
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

6174 Reviews

$50 and over

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Pacific Coast Grill's oceanfront venue features unique Pacific Coastal cuisine, an oyster bar, select sushi rolls, and a plethora of seafood choices, delicious steaks and more! There are two levels of dining at the new PCG with every dining seat in the house carefully planned to have an ocean view. There are bars on both levels and a heated outdoor patio and a deck with one of the best views of the Pacific Ocean and the line up at Cardiff Reef. You can watch surfers, kite surfers, dolphins, whales and spectacular sunsets from throughout the restaurant.

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2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

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Booked 96 times today

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Sushi
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(760) 479-0721
Website
http://www.pacificcoastgrill.com/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Israel "Izzy" Balderas
Private party facilities
Party for 2 or 200 on the beach? Pacific Coast Grill has multiple options for your group. We have a private room that seats (12), upstairs patio that seats (46), downstairs patio that seats (30) or buy out the entire upstairs or downstairs. *Please note, due to Covid-19, we are not accepting groups over 10 guests.
Private party contact
Beth Bennett: (858) 481-8040

Location
2526 South Coast Hwy Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA 92007
Neighborhood
Cardiff By The Sea
Parking details
We offer valet for $6
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

NV Caposaldo Prosecco, DOC Brut, Italy
- Glass (187ml)$11.00
- Bottle (375ml)$37.00
NV Chandon 'Brut Classic' CA
- Glass (187ml)$17.00
- Bottle (375ml)$36.00
NV Piper-Heidsieck, Reims, France$59.00
NV Roederer Estate, Anderson Valley, CA$53.00
NV Perrier-Jouet Grand Brut, France$88.00
NV Moet & Chandon, 'Imperial', Brut, France$27.00
NV Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve, France$115.00
NV Moet Rose, 'Imperial', Brut, France
- Glass (187ml)$27.00
- Bottle (375ml)$123.00
09 Louis Roederer, Brut, Reims, France$137.00
NV Veuve Cliquot, France$126.00
08 Dom Perignon, 'Brut', France$350.00
03 Cristal, Louis Roederer, 'Brut', France$450.00

Sauvignon Blanc

18 Nobilo, Marlborough, NZ$11.00
20 Emmolo, Napa Valley, CA$14.00
19 Sidebar, High Valley, Lake County, CA$38.00
19 Chalk Hill, Russian River, CA$45.00
19 Mirror, Napa Valley, CA$46.00
18 Pahlmeyer, 'Jayson', Napa Valley, CA$56.00
19 Merry Edwards, Russian River Valley, CA$69.00
20 Lail Vineyards, 'Blueprint', Napa Valley, CA$76.00
18 Spottswoode, Napa & Sonoma County, CA$80.00
18 Peter Michael, 'L-Apres-Midi', Knights Valley, Sonoma, CA$100.00

Chardonnay

18 William Hill, 'Estate Winery', Central Coast, CA$11.00
18 Newton, 'Skyside', Sonoma County, CA$14.00
19 Sonoma-Cutrer, Russian River Ranches, CA$16.00
19 Lewis Cellars, Napa Valley, CA$21.00
18 La Crema, Sonoma Coast, CA$42.00
17 Duckhorn, Napa Valley, CA$46.00
17 La Follette, North Coast, CA$48.00
17 Mer Soleil 'Reserve', Santa Lucia Highlands, CA$48.00
17 The Pairing, Santa Barbara County, CA$52.00
18 TOR, Carneros, Napa Valley, CA$66.00
19 Frank Family, Carneros, CA$67.00
19 Vine Cliff, 'Los Carneros', Napa Valley, CA$68.00
18 Rombauer, Carneros, CA$69.00
18 Joseph Phelps, 'Freestone Vineyards', Sonoma Coast, CA$69.00
18 Ramey, Russian River Valley, CA$75.00
16 Newton, Unfiltered, Napa, CA$78.00
18 Dumol, 'Wester Reach', Russian River Valley, CA$99.00
17 Domaine Serene, 'Evenstad Reserve', Dundee Hills, Dayton, OR$100.00

Other Whites

19 Seaglass, Riesling, Monterey-Santa Barbara County, CA$10.00
19 Ponzi Vineyards, Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, OR$13.00
20 Margerum, Rose, San Luis Obispo & Santa Barbara, CA$14.00
17 Willakenzie, Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, OR$36.00
20 Liquid Farm Rose, 'Vogelzang Vineyard', Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara Ava, CA$52.00
19 Domaine Serene, Rose, Dayton, OR$62.00

Pinot Noir

18 The Monterey, Chalone Vineyard, Monterey County, CA
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle (375ml)$39.00
18 Hitching Post, 'Hometown', Central Coast, CA
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle (375ml)$51.00
18 Lola, CA$40.00
17 Maison L'Envoye, 'Two Messengers', Willamette Valley, OR
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle (375ml)$63.00
18 Au Bon Climat, Santa Barbara County, CA$42.00
18 La Crema, Sonoma Coast, CA$45.00
17 Davis Bynum, 'Jane's Vineyard', Russian River Valley, CA$46.00
15 Head High, Sonoma Coast, CA$47.00
18 Melville, Estate, Sta. Rita Hills, CA$48.00
19 The Four Graces, Willamette Valley, OR$49.00
18 Duckhorn, 'Migration', Sonoma Coast, CA$51.00
17 The Hilt, Estate, Sta. Rita Hills, CA$57.00
15 Ken Wright Cellars, 'Latchkey Vineyard', Dundee Hill AVA, OR$61.00
19 Hartford Court, Russian River Valley, CA$66.00
16 Erath, 'Estate Selection', Willamette Valley, OR$67.00
16 Peake Ranch, Sta. Rita Hills, CA$70.00
17 Capiaux, 'Chimera', Russian River Valley, CA$70.00
18 Etude, Carneros, CA$71.00
18 Belle Glos, 'Clark and Telephone', Santa Maria Valley, CA$78.00
18 Flowers, Sonoma Coast, CA$82.00
18 Merry Edwards, Sonoma Coast, CA$86.00
18 Joseph Phelps, 'Freestone Vineyard', Sonoma Coast, CA$88.00
18 Paul Hobbs, Russian River Valley, CA$99.00
19 William Selyem, Russian River Valley, CA$148.00
17 Melvine, Sonoma Coast, CA
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Merlot

15 Seven Falls, Wahluke Slope, WA$12.00
16 Saddleback Cellars, Napa Valley, CA$46.00
16 Whitehall Lane, Napa Valley, CA$48.00
17 Duckhorn, Napa Valley, CA$76.00

Zinfandel

17 Duckhorn 'Decoy', Sonoma County, CA$13.00
16 Mauritson, 'Dry Creek Valley', Sonoma County, CA$46.00
19 Turley, 'Juvenile', CA$56.00
17 Ridge, 'Three Valleys', Sonoma County, CA$58.00
19 Turley, 'Duarte', Contra Costa County, CA$79.00
18 Turley, 'Fredericks', Sonoma County, CA$85.00
17 Turley, 'Steacy Ranch', Lodi, CA$86.00
16 Outpost, Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, CA$94.00

Syrah, Shiraz & Petite Sirah

17 The Footbolt, Shiraz, McLaren Vale, AU$12.00
18 Torbreck, 'Woodcutter's', Shiraz, Barossa Valley, AU$47.00
17 Stag's Leap, Petite Sirah, Napa, CA$72.00
17, 2020 Lewis 'Vin Gris', Syrah, Napa Valley CA$40.00
17 Dumol, 'Wild Mountainside', Syrah, Russian River Valley, CA$100.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

18 Joel Gott, California$11.50
18 Twenty Rows, North Coast, CA$15.00
18 Newton, 'Skyside', Sonoma County, CA$17.00
19 Duckhorn, 'Postmark', Napa Valley, CA$51.00
18 Justin, Paso Robles, CA$54.00
17 Roth, Estate, Alexander Valley, CA$54.00
18 Louis M. Martini, Napa Valley, CA$58.00
18 Whitehall Lane, Napa Valley, CA$72.00
18 Paul Hobbs, 'Crossbarn', Napa Valley, CA$84.00
18 Daou, 'Reserve', Paso Robles, CA$86.00
18 Frank Family, Napa Valley, CA$88.00
15 Ramey, Napa Valley, CA$92.00
18 Turley Estate, Napa Valley, CA$95.00
16 Ridge Estate, Monte Bello Vineyard, Santa Cruz Mountains, CA$101.00
18 Rombauer, Napa Valley, CA$102.00

Other Reds

18 Terrazas, Reserva, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina$11.00
18 Daou, 'Pessimist', Paso Robles, CA$46.00
16 The Pairing, Red Blend, CA$47.00
19 Chappellet, Mountain Cuvee, Napa County, CA$53.00
16 Ramey, Claret, Napa Valley, CA$56.00

The Wine Vault

Since opening the Pacific Coast Grill in 1995 we have been hoarding our allocations of collectible, highly rated and generally hard to find wines. Our philosophy is to serve wine that is drinkable now so we properly cellar wines until they are ready to enjoy

Chardonnay, White, Etc

2014 Aubert, Chardonnay, 'Larry Hyde & Sons', Carneros, CA$150.00
2016 Aubert, Chardonnay, 'Eastside', Russian River, CA$175.00
2016 Dumol Estate Vineyard, Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, CA$128.00
2019 Kistler, 'Les Noisetiers', Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, CA$125.00
2017 Kongsgaard, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, CA$175.00
2016 Lewis Cellars, Chardonnay, 'Barcaglia', Russian River, CA$115.00
2018 Pahlmeyer, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, CA$125.00
2014 Peter Michael, 'La Carriere', Chardonnay, Knights Valley, Sonoma, CA$155.00
2015 Peter Michael, 'Ma Belle Fille', Chardonnay, Knights Valley, Sonoma, CA$165.00
2014 Peter Michael, 'Mon Plaisir', Chardonnay, Knights Valley, Sonoma, CA$145.00
2016 Stonestreet, 'Upper Barn Vineyard, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, CA$150.00

Pinot Noir

2017 Domaine Serene, 'Evenstad Reserve', Willamette Valley, OR$135.00
2016 Dumol 'Ryan', Widdoes Vineyard, Russian River Valley, CA$158.00
2019 Dumol 'Wester Reach', Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast, CA$125.00
2018 Kosta Browne, Russian River Valley, CA$185.00
2017 Kosta Browne, Sonoma Coast, CA
- 750ml$175.00
2017 Patz & Hall 'Hyde Vineyard', Carneros, Napa Valley, CA$125.00
2019 Kosta Browne, 'Gaps Crown', Sonoma Coast, CA$199.00
2016 Kosta Browne, 'Cerise Vineyard', Anderson Valley, CA$199.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

2015 Cardinale, Cabernet, Napa Valley, CA$350.00
2013 Araujo, 'Eisele', Napa Valley, CA$495.00
2015 B-Cellars, 'Kenefick Ranch', Calistoga, Napa Valley, CA$240.00
2010 Bryant Family, Napa Valley, CA$590.00
2014 Cardinale, Napa Valley, CA$325.00
2013 Chappellet, 'Pritchard Hill', Napa Valley, CA$375.00
2018 Caymus, Napa Valley, CA
- 750ml$155.00
2016 Caymus, 'Special Select', Napa Valley, CA$295.00
2017 Daou, 'Soul of a Lion', Paso Robles, Adelaida District, CA$250.00
2016 Joseph Phelps, Napa Valley, CA$145.00
2018 Joseph Phelps, 'Insignia',Napa Valley, CA$275.00
2013 Kamen, 'Kashmir', Moon Mountain District, Sonoma County, CA$275.00
2014 Lail Vineyards, 'Blueprint', Napa Valley, CA$140.00
2013 Lail Vineyards, 'J. Daniel Cuvee', Napa Valley, CA$300.00
2013 Lokoya, 'Howell Mountain', Napa Valley, CA$575.00
RP 100
2012 Lokoya, 'Mount Veeder', Napa Valley, CA$555.00
RP 100
2018 Pahlmeyer, 'Jayson', Napa Valley, CA$145.00
2016 Pahlmeyer, '30th Anniversry, Napa Valley, CA$315.00
2014 Paul Hobbs, 'Beckstoffer Dr. Crane', Napa Valley, CA$495.00
RP 100
2012 Peter Michael, 'AU Paradis', Oakville, Napa Valley, CA$390.00
2013 Ridge, 'Monte Bello', Santa Cruz Mountains, CA$325.00
2014 Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, CA$150.00
2014 Silver Oak, Napa Valley, CA$215.00
2017 Spottswoode, St. Helena, Napa Valley, CA$325.00
2014 Lokoya 'Howell Mountain', Napa Valley, CA$475.00
2015 Stag's Leap 'Cask 23', Napa Valley, CA$525.00

Meritage, Blends, Etc.

2013 Andremily, Syrah, Ventura, CA$250.00
2012 Araujo 'Altagracia', Napa Valley, CA$225.00
2012 Bryant, 'Bettina', Napa Valley, CA$499.00
2017 Flora Spring, 'Trilogy', Napa Valley, CA$125.00
2010 Harlan Estate, 'Promontory', Napa Valley, CA$950.00
2012 Peter Michael 'Les Pavots', Knights Valley, Sonoma, CA$250.00
2015 Ridge 'Geyserville 50th Vintage', Zinfandel, Sonoma Coast, CA$106.00
2013 Screaming Eagle, 'Second Flight', Oakville-Napa Valley, CA$690.00
2006 Sine Qua Non, 'A Shot in the Dark', Syrah, CA$1,500.00
RP 100
2005 Sine Qua Non, 'Atlantis', 1B, 1C, Syrah, Centra Coast, CA$800.00
RP 100
2008 Sine Qua Non, 'B20', Syrah, Ventura, CA$338.00
2007 Sine Qua Non 'Labels', Syrah, Ventura, CA$450.00
2003 Sine Qua Non 'Papa', Syrah, Ventura, Santa Barbara, CA$690.00
2004 Sine Qua Non 'Poker Face', Syrah, Santa Barbara, CA$795.00
2010 Somerston, 'Stornoway', Merlot, Napa Valley, CA$120.00
2017 The Prisoner, 'Derange', Napa Valley, CA$145.00
2009 Torbreck, 'Run Rig', Barossa Valley, AU$275.00
2010 Torbreck, 'Run Rig', Barossa Valley, AU$395.00
RP 100
2008 Verite, 'Le Desir', Sonoma County, CA$495.00
RP 100

What 6,174 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

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MichaelB
San Diego
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outside was beautiful. Enough heaters to keep you warm. Food excellent ! Prices commensurate with quality of food, etc.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Joel was very accommodating, friendly, and was able to seat us right outside by the most spectacular ocean view and sunset! The food as always, did not disappoint and our server was superb! We will be back again!
J
Jennifer
San Diego
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food5service3ambience4
Thought the food was exceptional, the services was below par. There was no offer for bread despite bread plates on the table. Poor timing of service because dinner was brought out while we were having our cocktails. We were not asked if we wanted wine with our dinner. Plates were cleared and quickly rush to desert. Desert brought out with our ice cream but no utensils. Waited 5 minutes before we were given utensils to eat our desert. We were not offered tea or coffee. We felt very rushed. I would recommend for the food. We felt the staff was not well trained.
L
Lovetodine
Cincinnati
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
I had Sea Bass and it was very good. My husband had the Paella and loved it. We had one in our party with an allergy, and her food contained an allergen. It had to be remade. The view is great, valet parking was good
JA
JanA
San Diego
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall1food1service1ambience1
Lunch on the patio is a real treat for out-of-town visitors.
k
konamurrieta
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my favorite restaurant. You feel like you are in Hawaii, the view is so beautiful. With this beautiful of a view they could easily get away with having mediocre food but there food is absolutely FIRST CLASS. Also, with the beautiful view they could easily overcharge and they do not! Affordable, first class dining. Easy to get to. Easy to valet park and quick service as long as you have a reservation. I always make a reservation to ensure I get the beautiful view table. A restaurant you DO NOT WANT TO MISS!!! I go at every opportunity I can as I live in Murrieta.
EO
EyeOEm
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot, right next to the ocean. Beautiful view - specially if you can sit outside. The service was top notch! Strongly recommend making reservation. Folks took note of our anniversary (mentioned during making reservation), and dessert was on the house. Nice touch!
RW
RichardW
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Rachel was a great server and the meal was fantastic.
JH
JeanH
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to go for a nice meal. We enjoy special occasions there
k
kathya
San Diego
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server, Oscar was amazing as well as all of the staff and manager Phil. We were celebrating a special birthday, the service, ambience and sunset did not disappoint
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall2food3service2ambience2
Have eaten here a few times. I eat out a lot both entertaining clients and also for fun. Tonight at the Pacific Coast and Grill was disappointing. Yes, we wanted to add one more to our original Open Table reservation- that shouldn't have been a big issue. The manager tried to accommodate but it was busy. Ok that's acceptable. The waiter didn't engage, was clearly not having his best day. Couple of concrete examples Had to ask for more drinks and or water I had to request a knife with my entree He never checked to ask if everything was ok once we got the entrée Never asked if we would like coffee They cleared the table of plates whilst I was still eating - which for a restaurant of this price point was really odd. It was a birthday dinner - a note in the reservation and we had to ask for the birthday "treat", again delivered with zero engagement. Felt rushed the whole night as if turning the table was more of a priority than the guest experience. As I said at the beginning not our first time eating there but the first since "the great resignation " so maybe it's the staff that are overwhelmed but would be reluctant to bring out of town guests there. To top it off the restaurant added 4% to the bill as their "costs had increased". Expected a better experience.
G
Gypsygirl62
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful view of the ocean. Excellent service and very accomodating to my garlic allergy and vegan diet. It was a nice touch that the chef prepared a garlic free sauce. So many restaurants bring me plain unseasoned food because of the garlic allergy. The food was very good. It was my daughter's birthday, they brought out a free desert with candle. Overall a very nice experience. We will definetly return
CC
CarlosC
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Everything was excellent however our drinks took longer than expected. But overall the experience was awesome to be at the water’s edge and listen to the surf. We’ll be back.
NF
NancyF
Mexico City
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect. Staff, food, ambiance—had a great time.
LG
LeticiaG
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was phenomenal.
RP
RichardP
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
We choose to sit outside through a request made via Open Table. There is nothing like seeing and hearing the ocean. The service was great and the food was very good with a rather large selection of seafood and non seafood options for lunch.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience4
Ate outside downstairs hoping to see the sunset but it was overcast. Server was friendly and prompt.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food4service3ambience4
It was my birthday and put that on the reservation but did not get a special little desert. pretty sad because all night i saw them going out and i didn’t receive one myself. not to mention we had to wait 20 minutes for our table when we got there on time.
JN
JohnN
Central Texas
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful location right on the beach. Great food and good service
JP
JillP
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience3
Nice place . Decor needs improvement . Beach views excellent. Service excellent. Need a new bartender. Blood Orange Margarita had to have been made using a bottled blood orange mix and nothing about it tasted like any liquor and certainly not a margarita. Ahi excellent as were the oysters. Dessert just ok. Overall between a 3 star or 4 star restaurant.
GC
GregoryC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! Wonderful views of ocean, food was very good, and service was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall2food5service1ambience5
The waiters Did not greet us appropriately. Clearly there’s a difference in the way they interacted with us compared to other patrons. When we first arrived we got drinks from a very unpleasant server. I must say the hostesses were gracious. The waiter who served us at our table did not come by our table as much as he did the others around us and that was a very clear difference. The assistant waiter never came by but she went to several other tables but not ours. The waiter initially recognized there was a special occasion but then forgot to bring anything out at the very end until I reminded him. I go to several restaurants as an African-American male physician and this feeling that you get from certain establishments is not something that is made up. I truly believe they were not particularly interested in serving Black people. I suspect they don’t even realize it.
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reluctant1
Detroit
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience2
The food is good, but overpriced...that's to be expected though because you're paying for the view more than anything else. The view, especially at sunset, is amazing. But we were there for an anniversary dinner, and it was so loud we could barely talk to one another. In fact, my ears were ringing for an hour after dinner. Our waiter was great, but he was hoarse from talking over the noise all night. If you're going for a party or something and you want a great view, this is your place. If, however, you plan on speaking to the person/people you're with (instead of yelling at them), then I would choose some place like Pacifica instead.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
My mom came to town so we spent a mother daughter dinner there
JY
JYLeucadia
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been going to PCG for many years, from back in the day when they were in a strip mall in Solana Beach. Their location in Cardiff's Restaurant Row is fantastic and the food is as good as ever. They have obviously raised prices due to more attractive ocean view location as well as general inflation. Lot's of fantastic outdoor seating, many of our favorite original menu items, plus many enticing new choices. Can't wait to go back.
RE
RayE
San Diego
34 reviews
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
The food was great but the portions were a little smaller than (3 scallops vs 4 or 5) than expected. Very nice wine selection, great location. Wonderful on the second floor but wish they could mitigate or balance the view and temp, as those that don't want sun (shades pulled down) cause the upper patio to get very hot.
SC
SusanC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an outstanding meal. They are consistent and absolutely delicious. I will go back again regularly.
T
Tory
Exclusive
22 reviews
vip
2.0
22 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience4
30 minute wait with a 1:30 pm reservation Bartender was not friendly nor accommodating I had to carry our bottle of wine upstairs once they finally seated us On a positive note, our upstairs waiter was very good We live in LJ but will probably not return despite the restaurant’s view and location
TJ
TerriJ
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
My favorite place to eat out. I was a little disappointed the server did not acknowledge my friends birthday. I will still return.
AS
AdrienneS
Luxembourg
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had lunch on the patio for my birthday. I was given the choice of a free cheesecake or bread pudding. I picked the cheesecake, and it was delicious. My ahi tuna bowl was excellent. Service was top notch.
SX
ScientistX
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
very good food, excellent service, great ambiance, surfer view
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place never disappoints. Always sit outside-you’re right on the beach. Hard to complain. The weather was perfect & my seafood Cobb salad had plenty of seafood. My guest had the salmon salad & said it was delicious. Our server Carlos was extremely friendly which I appreciated since on occasion have had either snooty servers or unfriendly ones. Best place to bring out of town visitors. Inside is very noisy.
JC
JulieC
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing meal at PCG! The food was incredible and the view was beautiful. Memorable night!
C
Chris
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
$90 for 4 drinks. Waiter never fixed heat lamp outside after multiple inquiries. Over rated
EF
EmFre
San Diego
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great customer service.! The pan-seared sea bass and Alaskan was tender and super delicious! It is hard to find quality food. Oh and the view at sunset is a bonus!
TS
TracyS
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mu favorite restaurant!
DC
DarlineC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time here and won't be the last. Everything was great from the service, food and of course the breathtaking views.
P
Pete
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent variety of seafood and meats. Delicious. Good service and ambiance
MV
MaryV
Cincinnati
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience5
Beachside dinner is a beautiful thing. It was s bit chilly, but PCG has blankets!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Baja Fish Tacos were delicious. I chose soft flour tortillas, and they came with a platter of fish and goodies to build your own tacos. I just ate it all with a fork, and loved it. My partner had the filet mignon sliders and said the meat was so tender it melted in his mouth. He loved the crunchy onions on the sliders. They came with the truffle fries which are fantastic.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff using the Order Online button. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 479-0721.

Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff is rated 4.7 stars by 6174 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

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Booked 96 times today

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Takeout

(760) 479-0721

Delivery

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Google Map for Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

2526 South Coast Hwy Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA 92007

Additional information

Neighborhood
Cardiff By The Sea
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We offer valet for $6
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Israel "Izzy" Balderas
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.pacificcoastgrill.com/
Phone number
(760) 479-0721
Private party facilities
Party for 2 or 200 on the beach? Pacific Coast Grill has multiple options for your group. We have a private room that seats (12), upstairs patio that seats (46), downstairs patio that seats (30) or buy out the entire upstairs or downstairs. *Please note, due to Covid-19, we are not accepting groups over 10 guests.
Private party contact
Beth Bennett: (858) 481-8040

Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

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