Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in San Diego

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking restaurants that have the most scenic view in San Diego? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Topsail at Portside Pier

4.8

4.8 (154)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

San Diego's most iconic waterfront property features Topsail, a luxury lounge on the rooftop at Portside Pier! Indulge in fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and small plates while relaxing fireside above the water!

Top review

SoniaVIP

Dined on Apr 9, 2025

A must! Good food, drinks and a spectacular view! Very friendly staff. A new favorite ❤️

Coasterra

4.7

4.7 (7776)

$30 and under

Mexican

Harbor Island

About the restaurant

Coasterra is San Diego's premier bay front dining destination! We are an innovative and modern restaurant, lounge and floating event center, featuring Mexican cuisine.

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jim

Dined 4 days ago

Such a fantastic view and the food is tasty and creative. Spendy, but we were celebrating.

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Popular dish

Tortilla Soup

Popular dish

Mexican Chorizo Mussels & Clams

Popular dish

Crispy Masa Calamari

Ketch Grill & Taps - Portside Pier

4.7

4.7 (154)

$30 and under

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Ketch Tasting Deck offers a full-service dining experience on the 2nd floor at Portside Pier with stunning views overlooking San Diego Bay!
Brought to you by the Brigantine Family of Restaurants. For generations our family has created unforgettable experiences true to the San Diego lifestyle at our Brigantine & Miguel’s restaurants. We’ve hosted countless celebrations and poured many a round for the happiest of hours.
WE KNOW EXACTLY WHAT MAKES FOR THE BEST MEMORIES AND THE BEERS THAT CAPTURE THE FEELING. IT WAS ONLY A MATTER OF TIME BEFORE WE CRAFTED OUR OWN AND PUT THEM ON TAP.
From beer aficionados to casual drinkers, we’ve got everyone covered with our easy-to-love (and drink) brews made for making memories!

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Richard

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

Good food, great location, service was sub-par. Overall, a nice day night location.

Bali Hai Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (6083)

$31 to $50

Polynesian

Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

About the restaurant

Exotic Pacific dining on an enchanted tiki island.

The Bali Hai Restaurant has been a favorite in San Diego for over 70 years. Our spectacular views of the San Diego bay and the downtown skyline make us the perfect location for any special event. Along with our dining room upstairs, our premise possesses three different and versatile private rooms. The flexibility of multiple private facilities allows us to accommodate any type of party. We host weddings, class reunions, birthdays, anniversaries, concerts, memorials, festivals, fundraisers, business meetings, seminars, and corporate events.

Cancellation Policy:
The Bali Hai Restaurant requires a credit card to secure all Sunday Brunch and Holiday reservations and large groups. All credit card information will be processed securely. Changes to reservations can be made online through OpenTable up until 24 hours before the reservation. No-shows or cancellations less than 24 hours in advance may be subject to a charge of $25 per person.

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DavidVIP

Dined 5 days ago

A stalwart, an institution, a piece of San Diego history. Glad it still stands. A great place for special events with loved ones.

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4.6

4.6 (1060)

$30 and under

Californian

Pacific Beach

About the restaurant

Specializing in surfside dining featuring Southern California Coastal cuisine, market fresh pacific seafood, hand carved prime rib, & grilled to order steaks. Menus are written daily and inspired by sustainable California harvests.

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Grant

Dined 3 days ago

Great experience for a birthday great service and great food!

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Popular dish

Lobster Bisque

Popular dish

World Famous Lobster Salad

Popular dish

Lobster Taco

P.F. Chang's - Chula Vista

4.6

4.6 (233)

$30 and under

Chinese

Chula Vista / Bonita

About the restaurant

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

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DavidVIP

Dined on Apr 6, 2025

Service was good and the food was ok. Teriyaki chicken was a bunch of tiny bits of deep fried chicken. Only 2 real chunks of chicken. Almost like we got the left overs at the bottom of the bag. It was like popcorn chicken and all batter.

Wonderland Ocean Pub

4.6

4.6 (17)

$30 and under

American

Ocean Beach

About the restaurant

Located steps from the sand in Ocean Beach, San Diego, Wonderland Ocean Pub offers incredible ocean views and a laid-back coastal vibe. Join us for our daily sunset toast, a unique tradition to celebrate the beauty of the Pacific as the day winds down. Our menu features fresh, locally-inspired dishes perfect for any occasion, from fish tacos and shareable small plates to indulgent weekend brunches. With warm hospitality and an unforgettable oceanfront setting, Wonderland is a must-visit destination for locals and visitors alike.

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Joanna

Dined 4 days ago

Overall it was ok. The service was friendly though she was busy and never asked if we wanted condiments are refills on our coffee , the view is wonderful and there was a little bit of a problem with my omelette. I had asked for the eggs soft and to hold the onions. The dish arrived, eggs were soft, veggies were cooked perfectly but the omelette was unfortunately full of onions. Our server asked to see the onions, I showed her and she said the kitchen will remake. The new omelette was served, no onions but the eggs were tough and the peppers were crunchy. My friend said her black beans were strangely unsalted as well and quite bland. I thought Saturday brunch would have a stronger team working but it wasn't bad it just wasn't great either.

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Experience

Brunch with a View

Experience

Coastal Cheers - Happy Hour

Experience

Mussel Up Monday

Draft

4.5

4.5 (127)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Mission Bay

About the restaurant

Located directly on the Mission Beach boardwalk, Draft Restaurant is serving up 54 beers on tap pairing the surf and sand with a wide variety of craft beers. But the appeal doesn’t stop at the #brewsandviews; Come hungry and experience a fresh take on beachside dining featuring casual, handcrafted fare from Executive Chef Luis Romero.

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Kelsey

Dined on Apr 2, 2025

Was so accommodating to our larger group of 8 with kids. We originally sat at a high top and the host was able to easily move us to a lower table (we had a 2 year old). Great service and food. Please bring back the salmon burger! It was my fav and nothing compares! Thanks!

Red Marlin - Hyatt Regency Mission Bay

4.3

4.3 (655)

$31 to $50

Californian

Mission Bay

About the restaurant

Choose from a variety of Red Marlin's coastal inspired dishes as you dine with a 360 view of Mission Bay, including breakfast fare in the mornings and an upscale dining experience in the evening. Red Marlin’s menus feature seasonal American cuisine including steak and sustainable seafood entrees.

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Kirsten

Dined 4 days ago

We enjoyed our family dinner at Red Marlin very much. The food was cooked to perfection and well presented. My husband had the swordfish which we would highly recommend. The pineapple salsa offered a bit of sweetness. I had the short ribs that were delicious too. Just the perfect amount of spice. Our daughter had grilled chicken and asparagus that she enjoyed too. Be sure to order the apple tart with cinnamon gelato for dessert. You won't be disappointed. The views are beautiful and the service was stellar!

Rumorosa

3.6

3.6 (43)

$31 to $50

Regional Mexican (Baja Med)

Harbor Island

About the restaurant

Located inside the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, Rumorosa is a brand-new concept by Executive Sous Chef Cesar Oceguera. Fusing the vibrant and bold flavors of Baja, Mexico, with a relaxed, yet playful San Diego vibe, the restaurant has floor to ceiling waterfront views.

Born and raised on both sides of the border, Chef Oceguera infuses his aptitude for bold, Baja-inspired flavors into Rumorosa’s breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus featuring reimagined all-day classics served alongside inventive and authentic Cali-Baja dishes.

Join us for a Baja-inspired Happy Hour at Rumorosa from 4 - 7 PM Monday - Friday, where vibrant flavors and our coastal atmosphere blend seamlessly. Indulge in unique Cali-Baja fusion dishes, paired perfectly with refreshing cocktails and Mexican wines.

Also enjoy live music Thursday - Sunday, our signature Baja Breakfast Buffet during the week, and incredible Sunday Brunch.

Top review

IlyseVIP

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

Love every detail of the space, the warmth of the server and the authenticity of the food. I could live in this restaurant!

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Experience

Mother's Day Brunch

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