Brigantine at Portside Pier

Name: Brigantine at Portside Pier
Address: 1360 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA, United States, 92101-3322
Telephone: (619) 719-4960
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2327 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 26, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 33 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
Website
http://www.brigantine.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1360 N Harbor Dr San Diego, CA 92101-3322
Neighborhood
Downtown / Gaslamp
Cross street
Ash Street
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

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Popular dishes

Brig Classic Calamari Strips$12.00
Cocktail sauce, jalapeño white sauce
Brig Shrimp Cocktail$17.00
Cocktail sauce & horseradish
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$14.50
Pork belly, linguica, blue cheese & salted caramel
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$20.00
Pan-seared blue crab, white wine mustard, fresh slaw
Crispy Coconut Macadamia Shrimp$17.50
Ponzu sauce
Crab & Shrimp Fondue**$19.50
Crunchy garlic toast
Fresh Steamed Black Mussels**$19.00
White wine, saffron broth, garlic butter, tomato, linguica, grilled lemon & baguette
Grilled Spanish Octopus$19.50
Crispy chickpea, Bilbao chorizo, charred kale, tomato, pickled red onion with Romesco sauce
Brig Chowder/Soup of the Day
- Bowl$11.00
- Cup$8.00
Brig House Salad$11.00
Crisp greens tossed with hearts of palm, dried cranberries, glazed pecans, & crumbled blue cheese vinaigrette
Spinach Salad***$11.00
Bacon, diced tomato & hard-boiled egg, cider-cottage cheese vinaigrette
Caesar Salad**$11.00
Chopped romaine tossed in our classic caesar dressing with garlic croutons & parmesan cheese
BLT Wedge Salad***$11.00
Iceberg wedge, chopped tomato, crumbled bacon, buttermilk blue cheese
Crab & Shrimp Cobb Salad$24.50
Shrimp & sweet red crab, sliced avocado, diced egg, tomato, bacon, blue cheese & mixed lettuce tossed in avocado-lime vinaigrette
Chopped Chicken Salad***$20.00
Red bell pepper, tomato, onion, cucumber, avocado, olives, bacon & mixed lettuce tossed in red wine vinaigrette
Shrimp & Crab Louie Salad$25.00
Shrimp, crab, avocado, egg, cucumber, tomato, mixed greens, louie dressing

Large Plates

Blackened Salmon$35.00
Roasted cauliflower, brussels sprouts leaves, bacon, pomegranate seeds, roasted butternut squash purée & pomegranate molasses
Tiger Shrimp & Grits$29.00
Sautéed Mexican shrimp, bacon, linguica, creamed yellow grits & lemon pan sauce
Jumbo Day Boat Scallops$39.00
Sweet potato risotto, Granny Smith apples, pickled golden raisins, toasted almonds & saged brown butter
Macadamia Crusted Mahi**$33.00
Lemon beurre blanc, parmesan risotto & chef's vegetables
Certified Sterling New York Steak**$40.00
12oz cut topped with blue cheese-truffle crust, mashed potatoes, garlic French beans & red wine demi glace
Lobster Tempura Tacos$27.00
Cucumber-jicama salad & cilantro remoulade on blue corn tortillas, garlic truffle fries & chef's vegetables
Chicken Milanesa**$25.00
Parmesan-panko & herb crusted, goat cheese polenta & puttanesca relish with a roasted tomato sauce
Ketch Ale-Brined Chops$29.00
French-cut pork chops brined in Ketch Kolsch ale, mashed potatoes, glazed baby carrots with mushroom marsala sauce
Vegan Curry Stew**$23.00
Breaded cauliflower "steak", sweet potato, eggplant, edamame, carrots, brussels sprout leaves in a yellow curry coconut sauce

The Classics

Signature Grilled Marinated Swordfish$36.00
Avocado lime butter, parmesan risotto & broccolini
Center-Cut Filet Mignon$48.00
Grilled filet, mashed potatoes & asparagus with whiskey peppercorn sauce
Wok-Charred Ahi**$36.00
Seared sushi-grade tuna, wok-tossed vegetables, wonton crisps, jasmine rice & wasabi-shoyu sauce
Crab Stuffed Jumbo Prawns**$33.00
Wrapped in bacon & broiled, served with mashed potatoes, chef's vegetables & jalapeño white sauce
Golden Ale-Battered Cod Fish & Chips$23.00
Wild Alaskan cod & hand-cut french fries
Parmesan Crusted Sand Dabs**$29.00
Broccolini, parmesan risotto, lemon caper beurre blanc
Wagyu Burger**$22.00
1/2 lb American wagyu, smoked bacon, wild mushroom confit, caramelized onion, roasted garlic spread, bibb lettuce & aged cheddar, hand-cut french fries

What 2,327 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

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Golfdiner
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined today
overall3food4service3ambience5
Waitress needed a busboy..asked for fish fork and was told none available as they were in the dishwasher, never asked about our meal, asked for an extra plate to put shells but came when we were done Needed a soup spoon but no server to ask The restaurant was much better last year…
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Abjamesy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food4service4ambience5
loved this restaurant! booked a table outside for a client meeting. Been driving past this place on my last few work trips and wanted to check it out. Very good food. Was hoping for more gluten free options but overall great.
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Heather
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, friendly staff, and all meals were delicious. Can’t beat the view on a sunny afternoon.
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GregS
San Diego
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food with a view
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful atmosphere, delicious food, and professional service. Highly recommend! And definitely will be coming back for another visit!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brigantine service was outstanding. A friend was celebrating her last cancer treatment and they made this very special for her. Thank you.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Seated promptly, with requested window table, server very attentive, order was correct and timely. All good
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a beautiful venue to entertaine out of town guests, food was good, mostly fired and could use some lighter fat free options.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Birthday month celebration for wife. Walking distance from hotel. View is worth it.
DC
DarleneC
Las Vegas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Father’s Day
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Labritt
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall2food2service5ambience5
I was so disappointed in the food! Really wanted to like it but couldn’t.
TC
TCWorld
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Really great service, fondue was good! So was the filet, best part of the meal we had. Seafood Louie was good but needed seasoning of some kind.
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noname
San Diego
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall2food2service2ambience3
I made a reservation two weeks ago and requested an outside table. We were seated at an inside table at first and then had to wait for an outside table. It seemed "understaffed." Our waiter did his best, however. Food was lukewarm when it arrived to the table. Not what I expected.
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SarahS
San Diego
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience3
We had a great dinner when my Dad came into town for Father's Day. Him and his lady got the lobster/filet special. They loved it! I got the crusted mahi, which is always good. Risotto was a little sticky and kind of bland. My husband got the halibut and his filet was TINY. Over all pretty tasty, however the halibut and mahi dish could have definitely come out way warmer. They were not hot at all.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful early Father’s Day dinner. When I made the reservation, outside seating was requested and accommodated. James, our waiter, we was professional, personable and attentive. The additional servers who brought our food and helped clear the table of empty plates were great! (I wish I had their names to put in this review). The food was good and the portion size was sufficient. We capped off the evening with desserts that were equally as good. Great experience!! Thank you Brigantine!!
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was excellent and sure can’t beat the view!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
There should be an option to request an outside seating area ESPECIALLY when your window coverings (shade) doesn't even work... It's like inviting someone to your house to check out an amazing view from your window, but telling then that you can pull the curtains because they don't work. So disappointing! The service by our waitress was amazing as was the food, the lack of views during esrly dinner was what left a bad taste in my mouth.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience3
Cumpleaños
MB
MichaelB
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food3service5ambience3
food was bland, seating was less than optimal, despite better tables available.
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Foodies
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visit with long time friends of over 44 years🤸‍♂️🤸‍♂️🤸‍♂️
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jbm360
San Diego
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
The lobster specials were outstanding!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I had a nice outside table right on the water! We enjoyed seeing the boats go by. She has chicken cordon bleu which she enjoyed and it was a generous serving. I had the oysters which was a combo of oysters from two different parts of the world. Very good!
LS
LoveSteaks
San Diego
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Was a little disappointed with the way they set up their tables. Anthony’s, the restaurant that used to be there, had their tables perpendicular to the water so everyone had a view. Service was slower than in La Mesa but very friendly. Fries were super brown, never seen them like that, looked over cooked. The oysters, lobster tacos and burger were delicious. LOVE their mud pie!
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sdnana51
San Diego
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful spot! Loved the chowder & calamari!!
GW
GraemeW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very good atmosphere on the water. Food and service is great.
SB
SabrinaB
Philadelphia
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My fiancé and I are visiting from the east coast and were recommended this Resturant. The service was great and we were able to sit outside on the water. We enjoyed the margaritas coupled with fresh oysters. Highly recommended the oysters and octopus. Fabulous meals!
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pats8hv
Las Vegas
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience3
Brigantine is great for ambiance, view, drinks and appetizers. For main plates, we had to return the steak, because it was very hard. We couldn’t even cut it with the knife.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Macadamia shrimp and brig salad are my go to. Husband does clam chowder. We split the shrimp. Delish! 70 and sunny San Diego!! A wonderful 17th anniversary. We live here. Why go anywhere else?!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely view, good service, excellent salad. We were able to take our time and fully enjoy the day.
KP
KayP
Las Vegas
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The scallops were a so delicious! Service was fantastic also. Would go back again and again!
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kismet
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Seafood was delicious, well prepared and presented. Desserts were delicious and decadent. View was spectacular. No complaints about service either. Parking is hit and miss at the limited parking lot in front of Portside Pier. There are other parking options.
SR
SarahR
Hawaii
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kelsey was a fantastic server who went above and beyond for my family and i. our food was delicious, fresh and she was great. definitely coming back
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scruffins
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Beautiful restaurant with views over the bay. The service and the food were great. I went with my older parents for lunch and the one thing that kind of spoiled it was the pop music that was so loud it made conversation difficult. I would expect that maybe in the evening in the bar area but not where diners want to speak with each other (at lunchtime).
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Elizabeth
San Diego
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience5
We had a reservation for 4 @ 6:30 on 6/12. We are local and have had dinner here several times. We were treating our friends who are in the F&B industry. Our server was so bad. Absolutely clueless and so inexperienced. You can’t charge $37 for a piece of fish and $16 for a starter salad and serve them at the same time. No one helped her. No manager- no busser- no one. She just failed over and over again. It was almost comical. This is not the service that Mike Morton’s restaurants built their reputation on. We won’t be back. There are too many other restaurants with good views, good food, AND good service.
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FrankieS
Tucson
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Spectacular view and amazing food
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday rememberance
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very pleasant beautiful morning.
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MelissaA
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall1food1service4ambience4
I requested outdoor seating, yet they sat us inside. We ordered the swordfish and filet mignon. The swordfish was decent, but the filet was not good. I ordered it medium and it came medium well/well done. It was tough. The indoor was beautiful and our service was good, until two servers began arguing to the side of our table. Drinks were good!
BR
BobR
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Once again, great food. Great service.
MB
MarcoB
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Buen restaurant relación precio con alimentos y bebidas buena.

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

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Brigantine at Portside Pier is rated 4.6 stars by 2327 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

Jun 26, 2022

June 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 33 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 / Gaslamp
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

Website
http://www.brigantine.com/
Phone number
(619) 719-4960

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Brigantine at Portside Pier

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Seafood Omelet

Lobster Tempura Tacos

Oysters Rock

Oyster Bar*

Oyster on the Half Shell

Oysters Rock**$22.00

3 Grilled Oysters**$10.50

Small Plates

Brig Classic Calamari Strips$12.00

Brig Shrimp Cocktail$17.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$14.50

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$20.00

Crispy Coconut Macadamia Shrimp$17.50

Crab & Shrimp Fondue**$19.50

Fresh Steamed Black Mussels**$19.00

Grilled Spanish Octopus$19.50

Brig Chowder/Soup of the Day

Brig House Salad$11.00

Spinach Salad***$11.00

Caesar Salad**$11.00

BLT Wedge Salad***$11.00

Crab & Shrimp Cobb Salad$24.50

Chopped Chicken Salad***$20.00

Shrimp & Crab Louie Salad$25.00

Large Plates

Blackened Salmon$35.00

Tiger Shrimp & Grits$29.00

Jumbo Day Boat Scallops$39.00

Macadamia Crusted Mahi**$33.00

Certified Sterling New York Steak**$40.00

Lobster Tempura Tacos$27.00

Chicken Milanesa**$25.00

Ketch Ale-Brined Chops$29.00

Vegan Curry Stew**$23.00

The Classics

Signature Grilled Marinated Swordfish$36.00

Center-Cut Filet Mignon$48.00

Wok-Charred Ahi**$36.00

Crab Stuffed Jumbo Prawns**$33.00

Golden Ale-Battered Cod Fish & Chips$23.00

Parmesan Crusted Sand Dabs**$29.00

Wagyu Burger**$22.00

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