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

Miguel's - Portside Pier

4.7 (231)
$30 and under
Mexican
1360 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101-3322

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today

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

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What 231 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Miguel's - Portside Pier delights with "amazing service," "delicious food," and "stunning views" of the water. Patrons rave about the authentic, freshly made dishes and complimentary chips and dip. It's a "great spot to hang out with friends" or enjoy a casual date. Perfect for "lunch with great service."
231 Reviews
  1. Dillon

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food! The view of the water was amazing. We had friends visiting from out of town and asked for a good quality restaurant with a view and we knew exactly where to take them. Miguel’s is the best!!!

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  2. Barbara VIP

    Houston71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience! The food was delicious (and we're from Texas...we know Mexican food!) The Carnitas were outstanding--I'm going to have to figure out how to make them at home. The Crispy Ahi Tuna Tacos received high marks. You must try the Portside Margaritas! We ate at some very nice restaurants while in San Diego--Miguel's - Portside Pier was our #1.

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  3. Amy

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience ………..!!!!!!!!!!! Yep. Don’t force people to write too many characters- discourages them from posting

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  4. Oliver

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love going here. The food is always great, the drinks are amazing and the service is awesome.

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  5. Joseph

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Of course view is awesome! Food is great and you also get actors for no fee like chips, salsa and cheese dip. Food is great, seems freshly made and authentic and a very good value in comparison to most places these days. Service is always on point !

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  6. Shreyas VIP

    San Diego9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here for lunch on a sunday. It is a very popular spot among the tourists. Great location overlooking the water. The service was great and all the staff are very courteous and nice. We requested to modify one of the items we ordered since we din’t like how it was cooked and the manager did not charge for the item which was very nice. Definitely going back either for a casual date night or to take friends and family visiting from out of town.

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  7. ReviewWho VIP

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Anna was wonderful. Very attentive and on top of it all although it was a very busy weekend afternoon. Great job.

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  8. Paula VIP

    California Central Coast17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came after the protest. Everyone was friendly and the service was amazing! I can always count on Miguel’s at Portside Pier!

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  9. sam

    San Diego1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    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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  10. kelli

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    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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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 231 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
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
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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