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

Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4.8
4.8
9361 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 85 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

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer valet for $8
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Israel "Izzy" Balderas
  • Delivery & takeout

What 9,361 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Seafood

  • 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 "amazing views" and a delightful dining experience with "excellent service." Guests consistently praise the "fresh and perfectly cooked" food and the "friendly and attentive" staff. Though occasional noise and pricing concerns exist, the overall ambiance and beachfront location make it a favorite for special occasions and casual dining alike.

9,361 Reviews
  1. susan

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite spot! Went there for my birthday today. It was raining but it was still perfect!!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Came to Pacific Coast Grill for dinner and had a great experience overall. Our server was friendly, attentive, and checked in often without being overbearing. The Hot Stone Surf & Turf was a fun, interactive dish, though a little anxiety-inducing making sure everything was cooked correctly. The ahi was definitely better than the filet. The shrimp dumplings were the favorite of the night—the texture was phenomenal, and the sauce was sweet and flavorful. The sea bass had a light sauce that complemented it nicely. The salmon was cooked well, though it could have used a bit more sauce to balance out the amount of rice. It leaned on the sweeter side, which matched the menu description. The lobster was cooked well though there was nothing remarkable about it. For dessert, the tempura bananas and apple pie were a perfect way to end the night. Definitely a great spot for a meal with a view! You should plan on valeting your car.

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  3. beccafromsandiego

    San Diego4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Too loud, hard to talk. Beet salad was just ok, not as good as I've had there before. Sea bass was great, ribs great, French fries mushy, service was excellent. Birthday cake slice was delicious!

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  4. Heather

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, accommodating and professional staff in a beautiful setting. The wait staff team well with the buss staff. It feels that there is oversight and collaboration to achieve a high customer service experience that is never intrusive. I needed help to coordinate my reservation for five and made a change of date. The email communication was prompt and helpful.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service from valet on arrival to tableside was impeccable! Food is always outstanding.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great and food great! Food came faster than expected.

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  7. michelle VIP

    San Diego76 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always wonderful!! Love the Mahi Mahi sandwich. Gorgeous view!

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  8. Barbara VIP

    Tampa56 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a light meal of some sushi rolls and salad. Everything was delicious.

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  9. Kim VIP

    San Diego77 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful experience all around. I would go here everyday. Great menu, service,view. Love this experience

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  10. Francis

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great menu, great ambiance, great service, wonderful experience. Do not like the 4% surcharge.

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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 4.8 stars by 9361 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 85 times today
Google Map for Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

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

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer valet for $8
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Israel "Izzy" Balderas
  • Delivery & takeout
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