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Miguel's - Portside Pier

4.7
4.7
47 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican
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.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 719-4962
  • 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
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Santa Fe Depot station off of Kettner Bvld
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 47 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Best Overall

  • San Diego

    Best Ambiance

  • San Diego

    Great for scenic views

  • San Diego

    Mexican

  • San Diego

    Best Overall

  • San Diego

    Best Service

  • San Diego

    Best Ambiance

  • San Diego

    Best Value

  • San Diego

    Great for scenic views

  • San Diego

    Mexican

47 Reviews
  1. EricM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Decent food, nothing too special. Kinda a tourist trap.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ladies at the host stand was all perfect they greeted me with a smile, asked me a question about my pet…in which I didn’t mind. Our server named Kait was very attentive & helpful very professional. And the lady that brought us our chips was nice too!!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience3
    Was greeted very nicely. Service was okay. Food okay and pricey. Beautiful views. Not sure I’d recommend, wouldn’t go back.

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  4. Edgar

    San Diego

    18 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience5
    Food was cold Service was lacking Rice was stale To go order had guacamole brown

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  5. Rene

    Indiana

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's a lovely location with great food. Nice selection of entrees. Everyone in my group loved their food.

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  6. GlennM

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service and ambiance . Everyone in our group loved being there

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    The staff was friendly however no one checked with us after food delivery. I had the sea bass. It was overcooked and dry. I had one bite and it was a combination of rubber and cardboard in my mouth. The fish remained intact except for the one bite. At the end of the meal a staff member asked if I wanted to have my fish boxed, I said no as it was too dry. At no point our server or the manager approached us after I informed that staff member of the overcooked fish. My dining partner’s food was overly spicy. But again, we were unable to say anything as our server went MIA until she presented us with the bill. The drinks were refreshing and yummy. The view of the bay was nice. The vibe was perfect for a get together but definitely not for a romantic date.

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  8. CorrieB

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the best time at Miguel’s! AMAZING service and food!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great location on the water and food was excellent!

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  10. JosyA

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great location with oceanfront view and great service and relaxing atmosphere.

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  11. MairaH

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Father’s day

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    The view and service are amazing. The food was tasteless.

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  13. beverlyl

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love going to Miguel’s. Love the ambience and the water. It was great because we got to sit down a little early from our group reservation time and enjoy some chips, salsa, yummy cheese, and drinks 🤩

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best birthday experience. Food was the bomb and the service was amazing God bless you all!!!

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time with family here and it did not disappoint! Beautiful view with delicious food! Blood red orange marg is my fave!

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  16. MaryT

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and service! This was a real great choice for our group!

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  17. Ezequiel

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    Great atmosphere and views. Service was good. Food was not what I am used to in Mexican cuisine.

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  18. BenRenteria72

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    beautiful place food was good the view was great service was on point attention to detail was spot on

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner for 12. Staff was very accommodating and service was great.

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  20. Getty4

    Seattle

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place! Only tables less than 6 can be closest to the water. Overall the ambiance was fantastic and we love the food. Great place, great food and great times.

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  21. KellyW

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a group of 8 for a birthday celebration. Good service and food. They brought a complimentary mud pie with a candle. Mole was very good. Plenty of chips and their special sauce. Nice views of the harbor. Valet parking. .

    1 person found this helpful

  22. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I went there for my birthday and it was great! Jack was an awesome server

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2022

    overall3food4service5ambience1
    The restaurant music was so loud you honestly can’t even hear each other speak without screaming! It was not enjoyable at all!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mother’s Day, great experience

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    LovelyGood food fair price beautiful view

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  26. JenniferT

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Definitely have a reservation or you will wait. Great views and fast service. Highly recommend!

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  27. MaryG

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Our party of 4 had a wonderful time at Miguel's! Three of the four meals were great; the Chile Verde was not good and should have sent that one back. The seating outdoors was very nice with great heaters to ward off the cold night! Music outdoors was loud at times (certain songs), but still could carry on a conversation. I would definitely return!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    it was my gf's bday. stated it was her bday before hand. server did not acknowledge it nor bring out something special at the end :/

    1 person found this helpful

  29. JohnC

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waiter was the best, he recommended my drink and the Three Burrito plate. Everything was over the top. We will be back.

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  30. AjRyes

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Feels like they found Mexican grandparents who enjoyed cooking and offered them a job this food is AMAZING AND DELICIOUS THE FLAN IS THE BEST IVE EVER HAD

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2022

    overall1food2service1ambience5
    Jocelyn the server had no customer service and never bothered to check up on us .

    1 person found this helpful

  32. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Our waitress was wonderful. The table was located inside but next to the patio so we had a great view. The food was disappointing. I had Miguel’s Burrito Trio. Very unimpressive. My friend had a salad. Meh. My husband had an appetizer rolled taco. Blah. The margueritas tasted like Crystal light. I would not recommend it nor return.

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  33. Meritage7

    San Diego

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks were perfect! Great view! We enjoyed the margaritas and Barbs Caesar Salad and burrito trio. Our server Scott was the best!

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  34. ManjushaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, loved the drinks and music was great with very good view.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server is very attentive and professional and the food is great !

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  36. Tisa

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    The view, the food was outstanding . It was a beautiful evening with a fantastic table on the balcony

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2022

    overall5food4service3ambience5
    Fun great spot on the water. Service was good could’ve been more attentive

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  38. Dody

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing & the view is wonderful

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  39. Diane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you. 🙏 Good vibes, beautiful view and great place to go with friends.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing ambiance and view! Food and service were both WONDERFUL! Cannot recommend this place enough. Great for a date night but also kid friendly. Can’t wait to come back

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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
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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 4.7 stars by 47 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:30 PM


Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • 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, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 719-4962
  • 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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