Dockside 1953

Name: Dockside 1953
Address: 998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA, United States, 92109-7803
Telephone: (858) 539-7634
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (670)

$30 and under

Californian

998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(858) 539-7634
Website
https://www.bahiahotel.com/landing/waterfront-dining-mission-bay
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Alejandro Sicairos
Private party facilities
For those special occasions, Dockside 1953 offers group dining accommodations. Our expert staff is dedicated to helping you plan the perfect event – whether it’s a business meeting, anniversary or a birthday celebration.

Location
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803
Neighborhood
Mission Beach
Cross street
W. Mission Bay Drive and Gleason Road
Parking details
We offer free self parking for our guests.
Public transit
MTS Bus stops a few step from the hotel.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

AVOCADO TOAST & EGG$26.00
Poached Egg, Pickled Red Onion, Tomato Relish, Queso Fresco, Breakfast Radish, Pepitas, EVOO, Watermelon
FARM STAND BOWL$21.00
Seasonal Local Fruit, Berries, Mint, Local Honey
GREEK YOGURT & GRANOLA$15.00
Housemade Granola, Fresh Berries, Local Honey
SMOKED SALMON & BAGEL$25.00
Everything Bagel, Santa Barbara Smokehouse Salmon, Caper Lemon Cream Cheese, Beefsteak Tomato, Cucumber, Pickled Red Onion, Avocado
BLUEBERRY STEEL-CUT OATS$14.00
Blueberry Compote, Caramelized Banana, Pecans, Toasted Coconut
DANISH, MUFFIN, OR CROISSANT$5.00

Eggs

AMERICAN BREAKFAST$24.00
Two Cage-Free Eggs Your Way, Smoked Apple Bacon or Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes, and Toast
LOADED BREAKFAST SANDWICH$26.00
Bacon Jam, Smoked Ham, Over Easy Egg, Gruyere Cheese, Grilled Beefsteak Tomato, Chipotle Aioli, Arugula, Grilled Brioche
CLASSIC EGG BENEDICT$25.00
Two Poached Eggs, House Smoked Canadian Bacon, English Muffin, Spinach, Grilled Beefsteak Tomato, Chipotle Hollandaise
POTATO ROSTI BENEDICT$28.00
Two Poached Eggs, Smoked Salmon, Crispy Potato Rosti, Spinach, Grilled Beefsteak Tomato, Citrus Hollandaise
LOADED BREAKFAST BOWL$26.00
Crispy Tator Tots, Bacon, Ham, Chicken Sausage, Sunny Side Up Egg, Sauté Mushrooms, Caramelized Onion, Chipotle Aioli, Truffle Salt
MORNING BOWL$25.00
Two Poached Eggs, Corn, Garbanzo & Kale Succotash, Chimichurri, Avocado, Tomato Relish
MARKET OMELETTE$21.00
Tomato Relish, Caramelized Onion, Spinach, Feta Cheese, Mushrooms, Breakfast Potatoes
DOCKSIDE OMELETTE$23.00
Bacon, Ham, Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms, Cheddar Cheese, Avocado, Breakfast Potatoes

Sweets

BAHIA MONTECRISTO$26.00
Sweet Brioche, Smoked Ham, Shaved Turkey, Gruyere Cheese, Spicy Jam
BUTTERMILK PANCAKES$18.00
Whipped Butter, Maple Syrup, Powder Sugar
BELGIAN SUGAR WAFFLES$21.00
Chantilly Cream, Seasonal Berries, Berry Coulis, Maple Syrup, Powdered Sugar

Beverages

FRESH BREWED COFFEE & TEA$6.00
MIMOSA$16.00
BAILEYS & COFFEE$16.00
IRISH COFFEE$16.00
MIMOSA FLIGHT$34.00
Four Rotating Flavors
DOCKSIDE BLOODY MARY$20.00
Made with Titos Hand-Made Vodka, and garnished with shrimp, bacon, celery, lime, & olive

What 670 people are saying

Dockside 1953 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Dockside 1953 offers a stunning San Diego waterfront setting, complemented by "top-notch service" and "amazing views." Guests rave about the "delicious and beautifully presented" food, with standout dishes like the sea bass and seafood tower. The restaurant's vibrant atmosphere, live music, and attentive staff create an "above-and-beyond dining experience."

670 Reviews

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Jamie
Idaho1 review
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Got the $110 tower (most expensive starter). Hair in our food. Manager chose to give us more of the food that had hair in it. Upon being brought out the new food, we found out the first food was made incorrectly. The coconut ceviche was missing the dressing and all the toppings the first time. There was an ungodly amount of sand in the clams and the oysters. Just overall not worth the cost of the tower and I would advise others to not waste their money on it. The entrees were ok however, they utilize way too much apple cider vinegar. The veggies with the sole had so much, it burned my throat.
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Richard VIP
Hawaii9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent outdoor dining experience! We began our meal with cocktails - delicious cosmopolitan and a classic gin martini. We shared a crab cake appetizer which was full of crab, minimal fillers, with a light sauce. Yum. We also enjoyed the hangar steak entree alongside the bread boule. Overall, a nice experience!
Dockside 1953Responded 2 days ago
Dear Richard, thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the outdoor dining experience at Dockside 1953. It's great to know that our cocktails, hangar steak, and bread boule hit the mark for you! We appreciate your positive comments on our food and overall experience. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Chris
Hawaii3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun dinner and evening for dinner. My family all enjoyed our dinners and the waitress was very good. We had a fire pit table on the wall near the water and it was a great table to eat and watch the sunset.
Dockside 1953Responded 2 days ago
Dear Chris, thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had a fun dinner at Dockside 1953. It's great to know that you all enjoyed our food and service. We're also glad you enjoyed the fire pit table and the sunset. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Doug
Los Angeles13 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Sunday is a family style roasted chicken.... plenty of food for a family of 4 for $80
Dockside 1953Responded on June 24, 2025
Dear Doug, thank you so much for your review and for choosing Dockside 1953 for your family gathering. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Sunday roast and found it to be a good value. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We hope to see you and your family again soon!
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Valerie
San Diego1 review
4.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was fair for the price. The service & location was lovely.
Dockside 1953Responded on June 19, 2025
Dear Valerie, thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the service and our beautiful location. We appreciate your comments on the food and will share them with our culinary team as we continue to refine the experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
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Debra
San Diego2 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
On Father's Day, we were told that only one chef was in the kitchen, that is why it took over and hour to receive our food. The menu for Father's Day was to be Prime Rib, nowhere on the website did it state the hours for Prime Rib to start, nor did it say that the entertainment would be at 5:00 as well. Being Father's Day, and no other guidance provided I assumed get there by 3:30, have a few cocktails, order by 4:00 and we would have prime rib, no such luck, 5:00 it was, well by the time we received our fish tacos, and blackened tuna (lunch menu) it was 5:00. Any special occasion or event should have adequate staffing, specified meal and entertainment plan announced. So disappointing for me to my wonderful Husband
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melissa
Hawaii10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience the food was perfection! The ceviche was amazing and our service was top notch!
Dockside 1953Responded on June 13, 2025
Dear Melissa, thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience and found the food to be perfection. We're especially glad you enjoyed the ceviche and received top-notch service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Crafty
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Robert was very great!He attended us and made sure our dinner is perfect!
Dockside 1953Responded on June 10, 2025
Dear guest, thank you for the kind words! We're so glad to hear Robert took great care of you and helped make your dinner perfect. We'll be sure to pass along your compliments to him—we know he'll appreciate it. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
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James
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was wonderful. Seemed to show up as if reading our minds. Just the right amount of interactions. Food and music were exquisite. Everyone knew what was needed for a great dining experience and they delivered.
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Larry
Toronto / Ontario10 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very interesting bar and food menu. The St Lawrence Mahogany Boat there was interesting on the ocean
Dockside 1953Responded on June 6, 2025
Dear Larry, thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience at Dockside 1953. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our unique bar and food menu. We strive to provide a diverse range of experiences for our guests, and it's great to know that we succeeded. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Dockside 1953 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 539-7634.

Dockside 1953 is rated 4.6 stars by 670 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803

Additional information

Cross street
W. Mission Bay Drive and Gleason Road
Neighborhood
Mission Beach
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We offer free self parking for our guests.
Public transit
MTS Bus stops a few step from the hotel.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Alejandro Sicairos
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.bahiahotel.com/landing/waterfront-dining-mission-bay
Phone number
(858) 539-7634
Private party facilities
For those special occasions, Dockside 1953 offers group dining accommodations. Our expert staff is dedicated to helping you plan the perfect event – whether it’s a business meeting, anniversary or a birthday celebration.

Dockside 1953

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Breads, Grains & Fruit

AVOCADO TOAST & EGG$26.00

FARM STAND BOWL$21.00

GREEK YOGURT & GRANOLA$15.00

SMOKED SALMON & BAGEL$25.00

BLUEBERRY STEEL-CUT OATS$14.00

DANISH, MUFFIN, OR CROISSANT$5.00

Eggs

AMERICAN BREAKFAST$24.00

LOADED BREAKFAST SANDWICH$26.00

CLASSIC EGG BENEDICT$25.00

POTATO ROSTI BENEDICT$28.00

LOADED BREAKFAST BOWL$26.00

MORNING BOWL$25.00

MARKET OMELETTE$21.00

DOCKSIDE OMELETTE$23.00

Sweets

BAHIA MONTECRISTO$26.00

BUTTERMILK PANCAKES$18.00

BELGIAN SUGAR WAFFLES$21.00

Beverages

FRESH BREWED COFFEE & TEA$6.00

MIMOSA$16.00

BAILEYS & COFFEE$16.00

IRISH COFFEE$16.00

MIMOSA FLIGHT$34.00

DOCKSIDE BLOODY MARY$20.00

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