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Pacifica Del Mar, Del Mar, CA

Pacifica Del Mar

4.5
4.5
4856 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
Perched atop the Del Mar Plaza in the heart of the Village, Pacifica Del Mar has remained a local gem for years as one of the neighborhood’s most sought-after places to dine, wine and gather with friends and family. Their menu showcases casual and inspired fare - like fresh seafood, steak and pasta - complimented by an award-winning wine list and creative cocktails.

Whether you choose to dine on their cozy ocean view patio, or join them in our vibrant dining room or bar, their warm service and great food and drink will provide a memorable dining experience.

We look forward to seeing you at Pacifica Del Mar. Please note that in an effort to give our staff enough time to turn over and sanitize tables between diners, reservations will be limited to an hour and a half for parties of 4 or less, and 2 hours for parties 5+. We thank you for understanding and helping us keep things safe for you.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 792-0476
  • Website
    http://www.pacificadelmar.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chris Idso
  • Catering
    Pacifica Del Mar is able to bring its award winning cuisine to you. We can create a special menu for you and your guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Pacifica Del Mar has five unique spaces available for private parties. Our restaurant has a beautiful ocean view, fine dining atmosphere, and can accommodate from 12 to 200 for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Private party contact
    Stacey White: (858) 792-0476
  • Location
    1555 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
  • Neighborhood
    Del Mar
  • Cross street
    15th Street
  • Parking details
    Three levels of parking available underneath the restaurant with optional valet.
  • Public transit
    Across the street on Camino Del Mar
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Chilled Seafood

  • LOCAL YELLOWTAIL CRUDO$20.00

    aguachile salsa | pickled red onions | avocado | tortilla disks | chilli oil

    • LEMONGRASS POACHED SHRIMP$22.00

      5 jumbo shrimp | lemon oil | cocktail sauce

      • TUNA POKE NACHOS$23.00

        serrano peppers | avocado | spicy mayo mango | wanton chips

        • OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL$24.00

          cucumber champagne mignonette | cocktail sauce

          Small Plates

          • WARM OLIVE SOURDOUGH 1/4 LOAF$3.00

            sea salt butter

            • MULLIGATAWNY SOUP$13.00

              curry | chicken | carrots | celery | onions wild rice

              • MIXED GREENS SALAD$11.00

                dried cranberries | walnuts | blue cheese | cider-mustard vinaigrette

                • CAESAR SALAD$11.00

                  baby lettuces | ciabatta crisp | shaved parmesan classic dressing

                  • BLUE LUMP CRAB CAKE$23.00

                    remoulade | seasonal vegetable salad | yuzu vinaigrette

                    • CRISPY CALAMARI$20.00

                      cherry peppers | red pepper aioli vietnamese dipping sauce

                      • STEAMED MUSSELS$20.00

                        thai red curry coconut broth | cilantro | basil

                        Seafood

                        • SUGAR-SPICED SALMON$42.00

                          chinese beans, garlic mashed potatoes mustard sauce

                          • PAN ROASTED ALASKAN HALIBUT$47.00

                            soy glaze | sticky rice, green curry-coconut sauce, bok choy

                            • SESAME CRUSTED AHI$42.00

                              glazed carrots | sushi rice cake ginger-soy butter, shiitake

                              • CATCH OF THE DAY$40.00

                                parmesan and panko crusted | mushroom risotto pea puree | pickled mushrooms

                                • SEARED DIVER SCALLOPS$42.00

                                  roasted fall vetetables | butternut squash puree | mascarpone polenta | pepita pomegranate gremolata

                                  • GEMELLI PRAWN PASTA$36.00

                                    sambuca fennel cream | guanciale | cherry tomatoes | parmesan cheese

                                    • SPANISH SEAFOOD STEW$36.00

                                      clams | mussels | shrimp | white fish | piquillo-saffron broth | white beans | spanish chorizo | french bread

                                      Vegetarian

                                      • VEGETABLE THAI CURRY$28.00

                                        assorted vegetables | sticky rice | green coconut-curry sauce

                                        Meat

                                        • BRAISED SHORT RIBS$43.00

                                          brown butter parsnip puree | garlic spinach

                                          • ROASTED HALF CHICKEN$34.00

                                            honey roasted rutabaga | ham hock braised greens | mustard demi

                                            • GRILLED 7OZ FILET MIGNON$53.00

                                              potato and smoked gouda croquette | charred persimmon | broccolini | port wine sauce

                                              • STEAK FRITES$29.00

                                                asian marinated flat iron | french fries | sesame cilantro chimichurri | citrus salad | miso aioli

                                                • HALF POUND BURGER$25.00

                                                  2 special blend patties | american cheese

                                                  Sides

                                                  all $12

                                                  • CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUTS$15.00

                                                    truffle honey | feta cheese

                                                    • ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

                                                      • GARLIC SAUTÉED BROCCOLINI

                                                        • SAUTÉED SAVOY SPINACH

                                                          garlic, toasted sesame

                                                          • CHINESE BEANS

                                                            black bean sauce

                                                            Dessert

                                                            • HOUSEMADE BREAD PUDDING$10.00

                                                              served with vanilla bean ice cream ask your server for today's flavor

                                                              • PACIFICA'S BURNT CREAM$9.00

                                                                the restaurant's original recipe...

                                                                • DAILY SORBET$8.00

                                                                  shortbread cookie

                                                                  • MOCHA SEMIFREDDO$10.00

                                                                    dark chocolate custard | white chocolate-espresso mousse

                                                                    Last updated: November 22, 2024

                                                                    What 4,856 people are saying

                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                    4.5
                                                                    4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                    • 4.4Food
                                                                    • 4.5Service
                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                    • 4.1Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Loved For

                                                                    • North San Diego

                                                                      Seafood

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    Pacifica Del Mar offers stunning ocean views that make it a favorite spot for special occasions. Guests rave about the "great service" and "amazing views." While the seafood dishes are often praised, some diners find the food inconsistent. The patio dining experience is particularly cherished for its ambiance and picturesque sunsets.

                                                                    4,856 Reviews

                                                                    1. Ben

                                                                      Las Vegas

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      It was so good. Everything from the bread and butter to the halibut and steak frites was amazing. Service was fast and very attentive.

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                                                                    2. Grace

                                                                      Phoenix

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We were there for Christmas dinner which was prix fixe. There were 2 of us and we had the filet mignon and turkey dinners. The filet was a perfect medium. However the turkey was overly salty, so much that both of our tongues were tingling after the 1st bite. However the inside cut of the turkey was ok so there was some kind of excess salt application to the outer part. Also they ran out of the soup and the creme brulee I wanted. I settled for a beet salad which was very good, and a pecan tart which I didn't particularly like. The bus boy walked past our table 3x ... I think normally that job is to look for tables to clear and replenish water or non-alcoholic drinks. If it's not his job then no one checked on our drinks, as I had to flag the bus boy down to refill my ice tea upon him passing our table a 4th time. Our waiter was very pleasant and friendly, but we waited a bit too long to get our bill as we were literally the last ones to leave the restaurant -- staff was already stacking chairs and removing table linen when we finally got our bill. Overall experience was Ok and we had a very nice table with view. But staff could have been a tad more attentive and better prepared with food inventory when offering prix fixe menu.

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                                                                    3. Dyann

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      16 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      16 reviews

                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We had a beautiful Christmas dinner at Pacifica Del Mar. The price fixe menu was delicious and varied. It was warm , cozy, festive, and a perfect place for a Christmas dining experience.

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                                                                    4. Nicole

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Could not have asked for a better Christmas dinner! Watching the sunset, with great food and drinks! 10/10 recommend. We are going to come back for the normal menus because the Christmas choices were amazing!

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                                                                    5. Bridget

                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                      Booked for Christmas Day. Was very surprised to see a set menu. No where on this app or on their website did it say it would be a specialized menu so the price point for a family of 8 was very pricey.

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                                                                    6. Kevin

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      Las Vegas

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Service was uncharacteristically very slow. Granted it was Xmas Eve but we were there an hour before our appetizer came up. We’ve been here well over 50 times so I’m hopeful it was an anomaly

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                                                                    7. LeslieC

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Beautiful evening over looking the sunset. The Baja oysters as appetizer was delicious, as were our entrees of fish.

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                                                                    8. Jeff

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      2.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      Salmon and halibut were overcooked. Expect better from a fish house.

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                                                                    9. Adam

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                      Dined on December 22, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Ambience perfect. Great service. Found the food crab cake to have too much breading and the curry sauce for the halibut too salty; fish was a bit over cooked as well.

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                                                                    10. MaryLou5

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      Dined on December 22, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Our dinner was delicious last night! The salmon dish was Made gluten free for two of us, and was outstanding! Eating on the patio was warm and inviting, despite cooler temperatures. In addition, our waiter Coup was very attentive and friendly. Just the right place to be during the holidays.

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    Pacifica Del Mar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 792-0476.

                                                                    Pacifica Del Mar is rated 4.5 stars by 4856 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 47 times today

                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                    Google Map for Pacifica Del Mar

                                                                    1555 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Cross street
                                                                      15th Street
                                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                                      Del Mar
                                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                                      Lunch Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Seafood, Californian, Contemporary American
                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      Three levels of parking available underneath the restaurant with optional valet.
                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                      Across the street on Camino Del Mar
                                                                    • Payment options
                                                                      AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Executive chef
                                                                      Chris Idso
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                    • Website
                                                                      http://www.pacificadelmar.com/
                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                      (858) 792-0476
                                                                    • Catering
                                                                      Pacifica Del Mar is able to bring its award winning cuisine to you. We can create a special menu for you and your guests.
                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                      Pacifica Del Mar has five unique spaces available for private parties. Our restaurant has a beautiful ocean view, fine dining atmosphere, and can accommodate from 12 to 200 for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
                                                                    • Private party contact
                                                                      Stacey White: (858) 792-0476

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