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Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff, Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA

Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4.7 (9624)
$50 and over
Seafood
2526 South Coast Hwy, Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA 92007

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 165 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Pacific Coast Grill's oceanfront venue features unique Pacific Coastal cuisine, an oyster bar, select sushi rolls, and a plethora of seafood choices, delicious steaks and more! There are two levels of dining at the new PCG with every dining seat in the house carefully planned to have an ocean view. There are bars on both levels and a heated outdoor patio and a deck with one of the best views of the Pacific Ocean and the line up at Cardiff Reef. You can watch surfers, kite surfers, dolphins, whales and spectacular sunsets from throughout the restaurant.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Sushi
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 479-0721
  • Website
    http://www.pacificcoastgrill.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Israel "Izzy" Balderas
  • Private party facilities
    Party for 2 or 200 on the beach? Pacific Coast Grill has multiple options for your group. We have a private room that seats (12), upstairs patio that seats (46), downstairs patio that seats (30) or buy out the entire upstairs or downstairs.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    2526 South Coast Hwy, Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA 92007
  • Neighborhood
    Cardiff By The Sea
  • Cross street
    Quarter mile south of Chesterfield Dr. on the beach side of HWY 101.
  • Parking details
    We offer valet for $8
  • Public transit
    Take the coaster to the Solana Beach station from there take the Oceanside 101 bus north. Get off at Cardiff Beach and walk south on 101 for about 2 minutes.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff's menu was last updated on 7/11/2025.

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  • Crispy Chicken Strips$12.50

    with house-made ranch dressing & fresh cut Kennebec-sea salt fries

    • PCG Pasta$12.50

      linguini tossed with butter & parmesan cheese

      • Jidori Chicken$6.00
      • Shrimp$7.50

    • 1/3 lb. Certified Sterling Beef Burger$12.50

      with fresh cut Kennebec-sea salt fries

      • Bacon$2.00

    • Chicken Quesadilla$12.50

      with Spanish rice, guacamole & sour cream

      • Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich$12.50

        jack & cheddar cheese, applewood bacon & fresh cut Kennebec fries

        • Tempura Crusted Popcorn Shrimp$17.50

          fresh-cut Kennebec-sea salt fries & cocktail sauce

          • Reef Fish & Chips$17.50

            mahi mahi, Kennebec-sea salt fries, jalapeno tartar sauce & ponzu slaw

            • Grilled Filet Mignon$25.50

              6oz. with cheddar mashed potatoes & sautéed baby carrots

              • Mini Filet & Lobster$25.50

                with cheddar mashed potatoes & sautéed baby carrots

                Last updated: January 14, 2025

                What 9,624 people are saying

                Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff 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
                • 4.4Value

                Noise • Moderate

                Loved For

                • San Diego

                  Most Booked

                • North San Diego

                  Great for scenic views

                • North San Diego

                  Seafood

                • North San Diego

                  Most Booked

                Review summary

                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                Pacific Coast Grill in Cardiff offers breathtaking ocean views and consistently "great food" with standout dishes like seafood cob salad and sushi rolls. The "excellent service" from attentive staff enhances the dining experience, making it perfect for special occasions. Patrons rave about the "amazing sunsets" and "fantastic ambience."
                9,624 Reviews

                1. Marisa VIP

                  Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities20 reviews

                  3.0

                  Dined 2 days ago

                  1. Overall 3
                  2. Food 3
                  3. Service 2
                  4. Ambience 3
                  We had an OK experiece at Pacific Coast Grill. Our waiter was not very friendly and a bit slow. He seemed to cater to larger groups. We were just 2 people. We recieved a gift card and decided to have dinner there after a movie. Not sure we will be back. Beautiful view, the food was pretty good, but OK on service and a bit of an outdated vibe.

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                2. john VIP

                  Phoenix / Arizona112 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 2 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Ocean view seating, great server, and incredible food. Absolutely perfect.

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                3. Walt

                  Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 2 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Best dinner meal all year! The short ribs, Devine! Husband had seafood risotto-delish. Bread pudding desert awesome. Service excellent and so helpful w food choices! This was our 35 year anniversary dinner & could Not have been more special. Highly recommend!!

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                4. Madeleine

                  Houston1 review

                  5.0

                  Dined 3 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  My husband and I love this place and especially the view. Service and food quality are always outstanding, too!

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                5. Kimberly

                  Los Angeles3 reviews

                  4.0

                  Dined 3 days ago

                  1. Overall 4
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Great food great view. Way too noisy. Several large and very loud groups made the noise level absurd. Been going here for years and it’s never been so noisy. Service was great as always

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                6. Jill VIP

                  San Francisco Bay Area24 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 3 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Everything on this menu is excellent. The crab avocado dip is a must try!

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                7. Douglas VIP

                  San Diego5 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 3 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  We love eating outside at PCG. Watching the waves & the surfers is so calming & relaxing. The food is so delicious. John was a wonderful server

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                8. Rob

                  Houston1 review

                  5.0

                  Dined 4 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Had the burrito, was great. The view was fantastic.

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                9. Jim VIP

                  Los Angeles108 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 4 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 4
                  Delicious meals, beautiful views and great service from our server Yetty!

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                10. Pam

                  Sacramento / Sacramento Valley3 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 5 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 4
                  Great food and service. The restaurant was very loud.

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                FAQs

                Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 479-0721.

                Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff is rated 4.7 stars by 9624 OpenTable diners.

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

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                3. San Diego
                4. North San Diego
                5. Cardiff By The Sea

                Make a reservation

                2 people
                7:00 PM
                Booked 165 times today
                Google Map for Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

                2526 South Coast Hwy, Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA 92007

                Additional information

                • Cross street
                  Quarter mile south of Chesterfield Dr. on the beach side of HWY 101.
                • Neighborhood
                  Cardiff By The Sea
                • Hours of operation
                  Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                • Price
                  $50 and over
                • Cuisines
                  Seafood, Steak, Sushi
                • Dining style
                  Casual Dining
                • Dress code
                  Business Casual
                • Parking details
                  We offer valet for $8
                • Public transit
                  Take the coaster to the Solana Beach station from there take the Oceanside 101 bus north. Get off at Cardiff Beach and walk south on 101 for about 2 minutes.
                • Payment options
                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                • Executive chef
                  Israel "Izzy" Balderas
                • Additional
                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                • Delivery & takeout
                  Order direct
                • Website
                  http://www.pacificcoastgrill.com/
                • Phone number
                  (760) 479-0721
                • Private party facilities
                  Party for 2 or 200 on the beach? Pacific Coast Grill has multiple options for your group. We have a private room that seats (12), upstairs patio that seats (46), downstairs patio that seats (30) or buy out the entire upstairs or downstairs.

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