192 Best Casual Restaurants in Mission Bay

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1. Cannonball

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Mission Bay

Booked 32 times today

Refreshing craft cocktails, seriously tasty sushi, and California cuisine are just the start of what you’ll savor at Cannonball. Whether you choose to get cozy within our intimate cocktail lounge or out on the rooftop terrace, you’ll be treated to truly spectacular Mission Beach views every bite and sip. Dive into culinary creativity at Cannonball—there’s nothing quite like it!For larger parties, please contact us directly at info@cannonballsd.com

2. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(5100)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 105 times today

Resting on stilts atop San Diego By C Level Lounge, is an upscale-casual lounge on the waterfront overlooking the city skyline and Coronado.

3. Dockside 1953

4.6

Exceptional(639)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Mission Beach

Booked 9 times today

With its spectacular waterfront setting on Mission Bay, nautical-inspired design, and a menu of mouthwatering dishes, Dockside 1953 is a favorite restaurant for hotel guests and locals alike. Aptly named for its marina-facing locale at the Bahia Resort Hotel and the year the resort opened, Dockside 1953 is a stunning standout in San Diego’s dining scene. Fresh, coastal-inspired, and locally sourced — the eclectic menu of California fare features dishes to satisfy all palates. With a dedication to high-quality ingredients, menu highlights include classic sweet and savory options for breakfast; salads, bowls, and flatbreads for lunch; sharable starters and fresh seafood entrées for dinner; and a thoughtful wine and cocktail menu. The extensive outdoor patio features cozy fire pits, gorgeous Mission Bay views, and a covered trellis to shade guests.

4. El Sueño

4.2

Awesome(217)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Old Town

Booked 26 times today

Coming Soon to Open Table!Vibrant Mexican Food and Craft Cocktails.

5. The Grass Skirt

4.7

Exceptional(743)

Price: Expensive

• Polynesian • Pacific Beach

Booked 48 times today

From beverage director Eric Johnson love of tiki cocktails, to corporate executive chef Brian Redzikowski’s mastery of southeast asian cuisine, the grass skirt combines the fun, lighthearted, escapist nature of tiki culture, with the creativity and unsurpassed food and beverage quality guests have come to expect from SDCM restaurants.

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6. Slowly Restaurant & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(81)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Pacific Beach

Booked 14 times today

At Slowly Restaurant & Lounge, we strive to be a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, fostering connections and creating memories over delicious food and drinks. Whether you’re enjoying a meal with loved ones, unwinding with a refreshing libation, or discovering local flavors, our goal is to ensure every moment spent with us is savored, slowly.We hope you enjoy your experience at Slowly, where the pace is easy, laughter flows freely, and the flavors are fresh.

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7. Cocina 35 Liberty Station

4.6

Exceptional(79)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

Booked 65 times today

Our team is dedicated to bring to you the essence of Mexico, the flavors, aromas, culture, service and textures that were given to us, growing up cooking right next to our grandparents in Mexico.We are the only restaurant in San Diego that specialized in Chilaquiles the Most traditional Mexican Breakfast.

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8. Benihana - San Diego, CA

3.8

Excellent(7582)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Mission Valley

Booked 124 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

9. Moe's

4.7

Exceptional(590)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Mission Bay

Booked 13 times today

Moe's is bringing the timeless steakhouse restaurant back to Mission Beach. Paying homage to our iconic home, guests will love the see this San Diego staple brought back to her former glory ... with a few surprises, of course.Moe's in Mission Beach is now open for dinner 7 days a week. Reservations strongly recommended. Open seating in the bar.

10. La Pastaia

4.3

Awesome(339)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bay Park

Booked 5 times today

Upon stepping into La Pastaia, you’ll be greeted by an inviting ambiance that seamlessly combines modern elegance with rustic charm. The cozy and friendly environment creates an ideal setting for an enchanting culinary experience. From homemade pasta tossed in flavorful sauces to mouthwatering wood-fired pizzas topped with the freshest ingredients, our menu offers a wide range of classic Italian dishes prepared with a contemporary flair. La Pastaia is the brainchild of a dynamic duo whose expertise and love for the culinary

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1. Cannonball

2. C-Level

3. Dockside 1953

4. El Sueño

5. The Grass Skirt

6. Slowly Restaurant & Lounge

7. Cocina 35 Liberty Station

8. Benihana - San Diego, CA

9. Moe's

10. La Pastaia

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