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World Famous

4.6 (1356)
$30 and under
Californian
711 Pacific Beach Dr., San Diego, CA 92109

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World Famous

4.6
$30 and under
Californian
Pacific Beach

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighborhood gem
Specializing in surfside dining featuring Southern California Coastal cuisine, market fresh pacific seafood, hand carved prime rib & much more… Menus are written daily and inspired by sustainable California harvests.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–9:30 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–1:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–9:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Luis Granados
  • Catering
    Our team offers thoughtfully curated menus and elevated service tailored to each occasion. Catering availability is limited and designed for larger parties only!
  • Private party facilities
    For all private events please contact our General Manager Nicole May at Nicole@worldfamouspb.com. Thank you so much for choosing us!
  • Neighborhood
    Pacific Beach
  • Cross street
    Mission Blvd.
  • Parking details
    We Validate the Promenade Parking Garage up to three hours. Parking is not an issue at this restaurant located right on the Boardwalk.
  • Public transit
    All the major bus lines will take you right to our restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    The best ocean view in Pacific Beach; right on the Boardwalk.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at World Famous.

4.6

4.6
(1356)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
World Famous offers a relaxing beachfront atmosphere with "delicious food" and "amazing views." Guests consistently praise the "excellent seafood," especially the lobster bisque and fish tacos. Despite occasional service hiccups, the vibrant setting and prime ocean views make it a favored spot for locals and tourists alike.
1,356 Reviews
  1. Susan Gold

    San Diego21 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The waitress did not acknowledge my birthday guest nor offer him cake or anything. Plus she kept handing the bill to him. She was clearly overwhelmed with all the other tables. Would have liked to try the mud pie desert.

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  2. Cathie Gold

    San Diego399 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    World Famous is our neighborhood gem! Consistently great food, drinks and service. We'll keep coming back!

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  3. Kim Gold

    Minneapolis32 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service and ambience good; the bread and butter is not as delicious as it used to be. The food is fine for the price point. Drinks are yummy!

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  4. Christine

    New York City29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent as usual. We had an excellent outside table with a perfect view of the sunset!

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  5. Marcus

    San Diego13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Making reservations helped us to get by the boardwalk. Food is great. The Bloody Mary drinks were spiced just right.

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  6. Della

    San Diego1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    we've been going to world famous for years, it's a good spot by the beach. Food is good, maybe not great. Good value. I'll be back.

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  7. Bonnie

    San Diego27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I’ve been to world famous so many times and it is a restaurant I will continue to go back to. But I have to say that my cioppino which was wonderful before is about half the size and that was a disappointment and seemed basically tomato sauce because not enough fish and seafood shellfish in it to actually give it a good flavor. The bread was so hard and we had to ask for it. It almost broke my tooth. Will I go back yes! Will I order the same thing again no! Used to be my favorite now I have to find a new one. It’s a tough time for restaurants and for us too.

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  8. michael

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant for gourmet food at a very reasonable price if you’re looking for a chill oceanfront atmosphere 

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  9. Marla

    New York City25 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Love World Famous and I enjoy bringing visitors there, however this experience was not great. Service was slow, told that they ran out of champagne classes and would get them to us, but never did. Never checked on us after we got our food, we had to get her attention and ask for the check. Charged us for a mimosa that we never had. Still love World Famous and will come back.

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  10. Debbie Gold

    Las Vegas9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is always good here It was raining so seating was a little tight The outdoor patio was closed off I’m glad we had a reservation

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–9:30 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–1:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Bar Daily 11:00 am–9:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Luis Granados
  • Catering
    Our team offers thoughtfully curated menus and elevated service tailored to each occasion. Catering availability is limited and designed for larger parties only!
  • Private party facilities
    For all private events please contact our General Manager Nicole May at Nicole@worldfamouspb.com. Thank you so much for choosing us!
  • Neighborhood
    Pacific Beach
  • Cross street
    Mission Blvd.
  • Parking details
    We Validate the Promenade Parking Garage up to three hours. Parking is not an issue at this restaurant located right on the Boardwalk.
  • Public transit
    All the major bus lines will take you right to our restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    The best ocean view in Pacific Beach; right on the Boardwalk.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, World Famous offers outdoor/semi‑outdoor patio seating with heaters and ocean‑front views that many guests enjoy at sunset.

World Famous is a casual, surfside dining spot with unbeatable boardwalk and ocean views; it feels lively at peak times and guests often dine for the sunset scenery.

Dogs are commonly welcomed on World Famous’s outdoor patio, guests describe dining there with their dogs and enjoying the dog‑friendly patio seating.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, informal clothing is entirely appropriate for dining at World Famous.

Sunday is a favorite, guests frequently mention enjoyable Sunday brunches and Sunday-night sunset dinners with prompt seating and ocean views.

Portions at World Famous are often described as generous, guests note large, satisfying servings for brunch plates, tacos and desserts.

Yes, World Famous is a lovely pick for an evening out thanks to its oceanfront views and sunset seating, and guests report memorable celebratory dinners there.

Yes, World Famous is family-friendly: guests note a kids’ menu (and hot chocolate), kids’ fish-and-chips, and attentive service for parties with toddlers.

Yes, the outdoor patio regularly welcomes diners with their dogs, and guests describe a relaxed, dog-friendly patio experience.

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World Famous

4.6
$30 and under
Californian
Pacific Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 39 times today
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