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Tequila Wall - Miguel's - Portside Pier, San Diego, CA

Miguel's - Portside Pier

4.6 (223)
$30 and under
Mexican
1360 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101-3322

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Beginning with a few classic recipes culled from our chef’s family and friends, the menu captured the true spirit of Mexico. And its authentic style drew a loyal following of those in search of Sonoran grilled swordfish tacos, sizzling sirloin fajitas, and spicy rich chicken mole.

Over three decades, our signature friendly service and festive decor have made Miguel’s a San Diego tradition for locals and visitors alike. Our commitment to artisan cuisine has only grown stronger. That means handmade tortillas, fresh salsas, and colorful crispy chips made daily right in our kitchen. Of course, there’s our decadent, must-have jalapeño white sauce, occasionally referred to as white gold by regulars, and craved up and down the coast.

We invite you to stop in. Enjoy a refreshing hand-shaken margarita and a genuine, mouthwatering Mexican meal. Lets celebrate what we hope will be your first of many, many visits.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Claudio Morales
  • Private party facilities
    Great Celebrations Begin with Miguel’s! From wedding ceremonies and receptions to corporate meetings and seminars, birthdays, anniversaries, retirement parties, and all other celebrations, Miguel’s Cocina is your best bet.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Ash Street and Broadway- right next to Ash street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Santa Fe Depot station off of Kettner Bvld
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • TIER 1- 4th Of July 2025

    $70.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 4, 2025 only
    TIER 1*This table comes with a food and beverage minimum of $70.00 per person that is required at time of booking. This initial payment will go towards your total bill and does not include taxes and gratuity. When booking this option, you will be guaranteed a waterside table (along the glass) with stunning views of the fireworks show. Tables will be pre-assigned at the time of booking (EXPIERENCE PRICE APPLICABLE TO ALL AGES) Food and beverage minimums do not include taxes or gratuity. Taxes (7.75%) and gratuity (20%) will be applied to the check at the end of your experience. Takeout orders not available for experience packages. All items ordered that exceed the food and beverage minimum will be added to the final check total. All Experiences are Non-Refundable.
    TIER 1- 4th Of July 2025 Photo
  • TIER 2- 4th Of July 2025

    $60.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 4, 2025 only
    TIER 2*This table comes with a food and beverage minimum of $60.00 per person that is required at time of booking. This initial payment will go towards your total bill and does not include taxes and gratuity. When booking this option, you will be guaranteed a patio table (not on the glass) with excellent views of the fireworks show. Tables will be pre-assigned at the time of booking. (EXPIERENCE PRICE APPLICABLE TO ALL AGES) Food and beverage minimums do not include taxes or gratuity. Taxes (7.75%) and gratuity (20%) will be applied to your check at the end of your experience. No takeout orders allowed for experience tables. All items ordered that exceed the food and beverage minimum will be added to the final check total. (All Experiences are Non-Refundable)
    TIER 2- 4th Of July 2025 Photo

What 223 people are saying

Miguel's - Portside Pier 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

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Miguel's - Portside Pier offers a "beautiful location" with "stunning views" and delicious Mexican cuisine. Guests commend the "great service" and recommend outdoor seating for the best bay views. While experiences can vary, highlights include the "awesome food," and "amazing service" making it a memorable dining spot.
223 Reviews
  1. sam

    San Diego1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We were celebrating our daughter graduation and my wife’s birthday and they didn’t recognize that even though we wrote it in our reservation. They changed our table for no reason and the food quality was just ok nothing special.

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  2. kelli

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time experiencing Miguel's and highly recommend! Good food and friendly service.

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  3. kathy

    San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time to Miguels. Nice place, very comfortable. We had the 7-Seas soup, skirted steak and ahi salad, each of us enjoyed our selection. All were seasoned and prepared to delight. As far as drinks, if you are wanting a regular margarita rocks, I do not recommend getting one here. It seemed flavorless. Fancy flavored margaritas seem to be the popular item of the day everywhere, so possibly they are a better choice. For the best views of the bay i would recommend sitting outside on the terrace, from there you have an unobstructed view, also going in the day or right before sunset is best. At night there is not much to see, at least from the regular seats inside. All in all, the food was great and would like to return to try the terrace seating.

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  4. Susan

    Las Vegas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Miguel’s on the water is one of our favorite places to eat. The food is always delicious. The service is great too. We highly recommend it.

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  5. Amanda

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful menu full of awesome food and awesome service.

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  6. Tina

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful time at Miguel’s! We love the service and the food.

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  7. Robert

    Virginia1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was average at best—nothing terrible, but nothing memorable either. Portions were fair, and service was okay, but the flavors just didn’t stand out. It’s a decent spot if you’re nearby and hungry, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to return.

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  8. Leslie

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Miguel's is always a GREAT choice, especially for lunch! Not too busy with great service and delicious food, hot and fast. And the views...chef's kiss! We will be back.

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  9. Jodi

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've been going to Miguel's other locations for over 30 years. The portside location is beautiful on the water & the decor is different from other locations. I took my Mom to this one for Mother's Day for the 1st time & she loved it! Our server & server assistant were both so amazing! We really appreciated them so much! My Mom loves the cheese whip sauce they give you for the chips, so, she was so happy. Food was delicious as always! Thanks for making my Mom's day very special!

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  10. Theresa

    San Diego1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great time but our server barely came around and my tortillas were moldy.

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FAQs

Miguel's - Portside Pier offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 719-4962.

Miguel's - Portside Pier is rated 4.6 stars by 223 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Miguel's - Portside Pier

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

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Ash Street and Broadway- right next to Ash street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Santa Fe Depot station off of Kettner Bvld
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Claudio Morales
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Great Celebrations Begin with Miguel’s! From wedding ceremonies and receptions to corporate meetings and seminars, birthdays, anniversaries, retirement parties, and all other celebrations, Miguel’s Cocina is your best bet.
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