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 ❤️

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 6 days ago

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

Draft

4.6

4.6 (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!

En Fuego Cantina and Grill

4.6

4.6 (293)

$30 and under

Mexican

Del Mar

About the restaurant

En Fuego Cantina & Grill in Del Mar is one of the original restaurants in the Village. It was established in 1995 and has been serving delicious Mexican cuisine and amazing margarita's ever since. Open daily for lunch and dinner, serving Happy Hour 7 days a week from 4pm to 6pm and Taco Tuesday every week from 4:30 till close.

En Fuego Cantina and Grill has an expansive menu with classic favorites like fresh guacamole and chips, carnitas, fajitas and enchiladas. Try one of the house specials like the Chile rellenos, a traditional recipe, with battered and stuffed Anaheim chilis topped with tomatillo sauce and a three-cheese blend.

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Glenn

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

High quality and very good Mexican food. Doesn’t distinguish itself but doesn’t disappoint.

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 (16)

$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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Julie

Dined 3 days ago

The only negative was the music was too loud next door and no one could talk

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The Rooftop Bar at Mission Pacific

4.5

4.5 (16)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Oceanside

About the restaurant

Experience The Rooftop Bar! Enjoy expansive views and gorgeous sunsets above Mission Pacific Beach Resort voted the No. 1 resort hotel by Travel & Leisure's World's Best Awards. Enjoy lounge seating, cozy cabanas, a vibrant pool deck, fire pits, heated canopies, cool ocean breezes, service by the bottle, craft cocktails, and small Mediterranean bites as prepared by Chef Alec Vasquez until 8pm (Sunday-Thursday) and 9pm (Friday & Saturday).

Savor the sounds of live DJs as you marvel at Oceanside, San Diego County's coastline with a drink in hand.

At 9pm, The Rooftop Bar evolves into a 21+ lounge environment for the perfect evening ambiance for sipping cocktails and checking out new DJs!

The Rooftop Bar and Pool located on the sixth floor of Mission Pacific Beach Resort maintains a walk-in policy and is dog friendly. Please note reservations are only available for parties of six or more.

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Michelle

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

Customer service was great. I ordered 2 drinks and they were good :)

Red Marlin - Hyatt Regency Mission Bay

4.3

4.3 (654)

$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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john

Dined 1 day ago

The red Marlin informed us that they change the menu every six months. Approximately a few items were not on the menu that we really enjoyed overall it was a good experience.

Cococabana

4.3

4.3 (222)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Oceanside

About the restaurant

We operate on a first come, first serve seating policy. For parties of 6 or more, please visit us on OpenTable or visit our Events Page to inquire about special events & parties.

Housed on the Brick’s 2,100-square-foot rooftop is the Cococabana Bar, a Caribbean-style cocktail bar with its own menu of small bites.

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Sachi

Dined on Apr 14, 2025

very delicious. the staff was so accommodating and kind. they even said that if I call 4 hours ahead, they could make a gluten-free version of the dishes that weren’t to accommodate me. Very cool! There was plenty of gluten-free options though which I definitely appreciated. I liked all their take on Hawaiian food and coconut rice was a nice touch, yummy!

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.

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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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