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Brigantine at Portside Pier, San Diego, CA

Brigantine at Portside Pier

4.6
4.6
3388 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
The Brigantine is more than just home to some of San Diego’s finest seafood. It’s a place where locals and visitors alike come to share a lively atmosphere and authentic sense of community. The Morton family opened the first Brigantine on Shelter Island in 1969, with a vision that embraced the beach town lifestyle, a dedication to flavorful food, and a passion for friendly service.

Today, we’re known far and wide for our San Diego-style surf and turf. From our award-winning fish tacos and freshly shucked oysters, to classic filet mignon or our perpetually best-selling marinated grilled swordfish. Always prepared to exceed expectations, and served with a smile. You can stop in at any neighborhood Brigantine and get a taste of the local flavor, from regionally inspired specials, to custom cocktails and home town craft beers. At the Brigantine we make first timers feel like regulars, and consider regulars part of the family. So come by often, and share our taste for life.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 115 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 719-4960
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The Portside Pier Brigantine offers two private dining rooms overlooking the beautiful San Diego Bay that are a wonderful option for groups of 20-150. We have hosted hundreds of private events from intimate business dinners to wedding receptions. Let our Events Team guide your next private dining experience with a breathtaking view!
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Ash Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

What 3,388 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

3,388 Reviews
  1. Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Great view and service, but fries were cold and our fish tasted like someone had dropped a salt shaker on both of our entrees. For $100 (for the food alone!), they should be able to provide excellent-tasting entrees.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Good food, lacking non alcoholic good drink options.

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  3. BJ79

    San Diego

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Love the setting. Food was fair. Shrimp overcooked & not as tasty, as I expected, but I’ll be back!

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  4. MarshallD

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    With gorgeous views of the San Diego harbor, Brigantines is a beautiful restaurant. It's the perfect place for a seafood meal. While the bar area is usually buzzing, the dining area on the water is the place to be for seaside ambiance. Wonderful, warm and efficient service. I look to my next visit.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Fish special was great and so were the oysters. Ambiance in the back was nice

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  6. PeterE

    Orange County

    47 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Amazing location and views. The crab cakes were small & seemed like prepackaged frozen food. Not worth the $22 for each one. The lobster tacos were just ok. Just a lump of fried lobster on a tasty soft taco tortilla. Didn't fit well in the taco, which made it awkward to eat. Drinks were good, service was great and would return for a happy hour, but not dinner.

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  7. ASclavo

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Comida excelente! Cierra muy temprano, deberían extender horarios de servicio

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Erica was very knowledgeable, very friendly and attentive with our needs. She made it special for my BFs birthday. Thank you again I will definitely come back! Judith

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  9. Patricia

    Palm Springs

    87 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    87 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The food was great - interesting flavor combinations throughout our meal. Service was also very good. We aren’t local but if we were we would return to try other dishes.

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  10. foodie

    Phoenix

    61 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    61 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    We enjoyed the view from the outside terrace as we dined. We started with the Brussel sprouts. Appreciated that they made them crispy as requested. Nice flavors throughout. The salmon entree wasn’t as flavorful. The salmon was a thick piece, so the blackening only reached just underneath. The salmon was moist throughout, just not flavorful. The burger also was just okay. Appreciated the substitution of the Parmesan risotto, instead of truffle fries, but the risotto needed a little pepper to give it life.

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  11. EimyI

    Palm Springs

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience3
    The service was not as expected. The service was very slow and food was just ok.

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  12. JessicaW

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Had several questions about menu and they were all answered very well. Have a shellfish allergy, told our waiter who said they would check it and never heard back from him. Drinks were inconsistent. Food was delicious.

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  13. TracieC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Our server was excellent. Dessert to celebrate our anniversary was greatly appreciated! Will definitely be back. Just hope there is no EDM festival next time. Not the restaurant's fault, but the noise was crazy!

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  14. MichaelH

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Fun location. Beautiful restaurant. Only average food.

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  15. MichelleM

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our Server George was awesome, very friendly and went above and beyond to give us a wonderful experience. Then we moved to bar area to watch game and Jake was excellent as well

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  16. DLremoteaccess

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    Loud; wait staff did not care we were there; food was definitely good but lacking attention to detail and presentation. Will not be back.

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  17. SandraB

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were there for my husband’s 80 th birthday. Everything was great. He said his swordfish was the best he ever tasted. All the other food was delicious too.

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  18. ChristinaW

    Phoenix

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding overall, great service, experience and delicious food!

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  19. IrvineCouple

    San Francisco

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A very good restaurant at an excellent location. The food (selection and quality) was very good and the service is superb. Our server, James was attentive and very helpful.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    Disappointed with my dinner. I ordered the day special (sea bass). It was served cold, before the rest of my table (party of 4). I told the waitress we wanted to eat together and she completely ignored me. No effort to improve my experience. Pricy and unsatisfactory.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best meals that I have ever had. Get the scallops. The service was incredible too. Great choice!!

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  22. KenG

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service. Great food! Views are beautiful

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  23. MaryK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dinner! Delicious food, the special ahi appetizer was AMAZING! Margaritas were great, and our server was attentive and helpful. We were seated right away for our reservation, in a beautiful spot looking out at the water. The location can't be beat, and is especially nice for out of town guests.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brigantine is always on point with everything! The food is always amazing!

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  25. Mercedes

    San Diego

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a way to celebrate my birthday! Everything was perfect! The welcoming greeting upon arrival, the ambience of the place, the unequaled view of San Diego Bay was only topped off by excellent service and food prepared to perfection. My husband enjoyed the Tiger Shrimp and Grits and I had their Signature Grilled Swordfish, both delish! The Crème Brûleé was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend!

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  26. GuitarMan

    Minneapolis

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Brigantine as always was exceptional, my meal choice was prepared very and our server was amazing and very attentive.

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  27. RobinP

    San Diego

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brigantine serves consistently good food, the wait staff and hostesses are welcoming and personable. Quintessential San Diego waterfront views! Always a great choice for local residents & visitors.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had such a wonderful experience. We had a table by the rear windows with views of the water (although it looked like there were views all around!) and the waiter was very knowledgeable and attentive. We were taking our time for a dinner meeting and thankfully did not feel pressured to rush. The food was outstanding. Highly recommend for anyone looking for great seafood and ambience in San Diego!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Service and the view were amazing! I wish the food was a little more fresh when it came out but other than that it was a great experience!

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  30. SandraL

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Fish was dry and overcooked and expensive. Service however was excellent.

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  31. DesireC

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    The food was decent enough and the staff nice enough, if not a bit overwhelmed with the large party next to us. The view was, of course, beautiful which is the main thing that set this restaurant above others we visited on the trip. All in all, it was fine- no better, no worse.

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  32. LizethC

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great, a little bit hot in there but everything else was perfect. The food was delicious and our server was great.

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  33. Joyous

    Nashville

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Nice ambiance, but food is very average at not average prices. Lump crab cake was more like a puréed patty - no big pieces of crab, more filler. Service was good.

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  34. RichO

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Whenever we are in the San Diego area we look forward to dining at Brigantine. The food is absolutely wonderful, the service is outstanding and the overall experience invited you to return over and over again.

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  35. CharlesR

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great view, great food, great service and great location.

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  36. RogerM

    San Diego

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated birthday with a delightful dinner on the patio topped off with a complimentary mud pie at sunset. What more could you ask for? The sand dabs are always my favorite with 3 large pieces and delicious risotto. Broccolini was a bit tough. Ask for bread. They bring you 2 generous servicing- one dark and one light.

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  37. kevinM

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The view is outstanding! We sat outside right over the harbor waters. Spectacular sunset. Perfect for a special occasion. Our waiter, Aaron, was very attentive, friendly and helpful but also gave us time to just enjoy! The food (steak and lobster) was prepared perfectly. Definitely get a reservation!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience5
    Food was terrible. Stuffed srimp wrapped in bacon was HORRIBLE. Bacon was not tasty, and it overpowered everything else. Airline crew we met on way to departure airport told us the food was bad; wish we'd met them before we dined.

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  39. Babs

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    Service was outstanding, everything was very clean! Food was ok. We had fish tacos which were ok but the chips were stale.

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  40. jfbuddy

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Too loud, even outside. Food was delicious!!!service was excellent.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Brigantine at Portside Pier is rated 4.6 stars by 3388 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 115 times today
Google Map for Brigantine at Portside Pier

1360 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101-3322

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Ash Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Oyster Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 719-4960
  • Private party facilities
    The Portside Pier Brigantine offers two private dining rooms overlooking the beautiful San Diego Bay that are a wonderful option for groups of 20-150. We have hosted hundreds of private events from intimate business dinners to wedding receptions. Let our Events Team guide your next private dining experience with a breathtaking view!
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