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Bali Hai Restaurant, San Diego, CA

Bali Hai Restaurant

4.6
4.6
5956 Reviews
$31 to $50
Polynesian

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2 people
10:00 pm
Booked 37 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Exotic Pacific dining on an enchanted tiki island.

The Bali Hai Restaurant has been a favorite in San Diego for over fifty years. Our spectacular views of the San Diego bay and the downtown skyline make us the perfect location for any special event. Along with our dining room upstairs, our premise possesses three different and versatile private rooms. The flexibility of multiple private facilities allows us to accommodate any type of party. We host weddings, class reunions, birthdays, anniversaries, concerts, memorials, festivals, fundraisers, business meetings, seminars, and corporate events.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Polynesian, Seafood, Hawaiian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 222-1181
  • Website
    http://www.balihairestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Mr. Dion Morales
  • Catering
    Private dining 10 to 30. And 65 to 300.
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for considering The Bali Hai for your special occasion. The Bali Hai has been a favorite in San Diego for over sixty five years. With spectacular views of San Diego Bay and the city skyline, our South Pacific Room and Hawaiian Village are perfect for wedding receptions.
  • Private party contact
    Jenny Benitez: (844) 449-4428
  • Location
    2230 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
  • Area
    Shelter Island / San Diego Bay
  • Cross Street
    Scott or Rosecrans
  • Parking details
    Lots of free parking. Sorry no valet.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Raw / Cold

  • Bali Hai Tuna Poke

    avocado, seaweed salad, masago, wonton; gluten free optional

    • Oysters on a Half Shell

      oyster of the day, lime pickled sweet onion, house sambal

      Salads

      • Local Greens Salad

        goat cheese, macadamia nuts, seasonal berries, li hing mui vinaigrette; vegan optional

        • House Caeser Salad

          romaine, heirloom tomatoes, fried furikake croutons, parmesan, anchovy oil

          • Sesame Garlic Noodle Salad

            udon noodles, napa cabbage , shitake, carrots, scallions. thai basil

            Pupus

            • Flash Fried Shishito Peppers

              japanese peppers, garlic ponzu, sea salt

              • Ali'i Tasting

                coconut shrimp, bali hai tuna poke, spinach lumpia, beef skewers, bali hai bbq ribs

                • Coconut Shrimp

                  ginger lime dipping sauce

                  • Spinach Cream Cheese Lumpia

                    passion orange guava sweet and sour

                    • Crispy Calamari

                      sweet garlic chili sauce, thai basil oil, micro cilantro

                      • Beef Skewers

                        pickled bahn mi salad

                        • Edamame

                          spicy ponzu or sea salt or garlic or hurricane; vegan & gluten free optional

                          Aina

                          • Adobo Short Rib

                            fried potatoes, Japanese steak sauce

                            • 14 Oz. Ribeye Steak

                              mushroom gravy, fried egg; gluten free optional

                              • Korean Fried Chicken

                                onion, scallion, sesame seeds, sweet sesame-soy sauce

                                • Tamarind Pork Belly

                                  pandan coconut rice, honey tamarind glaze

                                  • Mushroom Chicken

                                    pan seared airline chicken breast, mushroom medley, bell peppers, onions, scallions, mo gu sauce

                                    • Black Pepper Beef

                                      onions, bell pepper, oyster mushroom, scallion, pepper sauce

                                      Kai

                                      • Whole Roasted Fish

                                        coconut melange, stir fried curry vegetables

                                        • Crispy Ahi Tuna

                                          furikake rice, spicy pickled cucumber, dynamite sauce; gluten free optional

                                          • Seared Salmon

                                            salmon roe, cured salon, barley, kiwi relish, dash beurre blanc

                                            • Peanut Shrimp

                                              noodles, bell pepper, onion, snap peas, peanut sauce, nam pal peanuts

                                              • 14 Oz. Wok Fried Bass

                                                corvina seabass, ponzu, szechuan style vegetables

                                                Sides

                                                • Garlic Mashed Potatoes

                                                  • Steamed White Rice

                                                    • Black Bean Tofu or Broccoli

                                                      • Island Macaroni Salad

                                                        • Chinese Garlic Noodles

                                                          • Wok'ed or Steamed VegetablesUSD 6.00

                                                            • Thai Brussel Sprouts

                                                              w/ chinese sausage

                                                              • Vegetable Fried Rice or Vegetable Chow Mein

                                                                Add to Fried Rice or Chow Mein

                                                                • Fried Egg

                                                                  • Chicken

                                                                    • Bacon

                                                                      • Kim Chee

                                                                        • Spam

                                                                          • Pineapple

                                                                            • Shrimp

                                                                              Dessert

                                                                              • Spiced Pear Cheesecake

                                                                                Speculoos, poached Asian pears, sangria gelee, balsamic reduction

                                                                                • Cannoli Dip

                                                                                  Ricotta, cinnamon, chocolate chips and Cutwater spiced rum

                                                                                  • Raspberry Mousse

                                                                                    Goat Cheese, macadamia shortbread

                                                                                    • Chocolate Sorbet

                                                                                      Rich dark and delicious!

                                                                                      Last updated: 3 September 2023

                                                                                      What 5,956 people are saying

                                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                      4.6
                                                                                      4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                      • 4.4Food
                                                                                      • 4.7Service
                                                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                      • 4.2Value

                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                      Loved For

                                                                                      • San Diego

                                                                                        Great for scenic views

                                                                                      • San Diego

                                                                                        Great for scenic views

                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                      Bali Hai Restaurant offers a "hidden gem" experience in San Diego with "amazing views" and a "taste of Hawaiian food." Guests rave about the "best drinks in the world," especially the strong Mai Tais. The service is praised as "friendly and efficient," making it a must-visit for brunch enthusiasts.

                                                                                      5,956 Reviews

                                                                                      1. Maryann

                                                                                        Miami

                                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                                        vip
                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Great Brunch haven't been for years. Prime rib was tender crab legs not ro salty

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                                                                                      2. Miguel

                                                                                        Baja California

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Amazing staff and Amazing views! Perfect for a date or out with friends!

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                                                                                      3. mary

                                                                                        Orange County

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        We went to celebrate our 39th wedding anniversary and everything and everyone was perfect. This is a great place to go and enjoy the view and ambiance of San Diego.

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                                                                                      4. Thomas

                                                                                        Seattle

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        We had a wonderful dinner. Adrian was a great server and our food was amazing. It was very loud in the restaurant, but everyone was having a good time.

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                                                                                      5. Kenneth

                                                                                        San Diego

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Window view was spectacular and the food was awesome! Was my wife’s birthday and had a slice of their cake. Wasn’t overpowering that wanted eat it slowly to savor the taste. Will definitely come again

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                                                                                      6. Laura

                                                                                        Baltimore

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                        Was told we could not have a table at the window because we only booked our reservation one day in advance (that they hold tables at windows for people who reserve a week or more in advance). 3 window tables were vacant the entire time we dined and we were there about 2 hours. Silly policy! The area is full of tourists who most likely do not book reservations so far ahead.

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                                                                                      7. Jessica

                                                                                        San Diego

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                        Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Food was amazing and service was top notch! We celebrated our 5 year anniversary for brunch and had one of the best tables, right next to the amazing veiw. Kevin N was our sever and he was amazing! He even got us a complimentary dessert to celebrate our anniversary. It's kinda pricey but well worth it for the food, veiws, and service. Highly recommended!

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                                                                                      8. Victoria

                                                                                        San Diego

                                                                                        20 reviews

                                                                                        vip
                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        20 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                        My Husband's Sea bass was excellent. I had the Scallops, they had a grainy texture to them as if they were frozen & not fresh.

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                                                                                      9. Klaus

                                                                                        San Diego

                                                                                        20 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        20 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        great service by Nancy; unfortunately this visit very loud due to large bday groups; we ll be back

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                                                                                      10. Cathy

                                                                                        Chicago

                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 12 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        What a lovely dinner we had last night at Bali Hai! We have dined there before but not for a number of years. Everything was perfect. We were seated at a comfortable table next to the window. The view, day and night, is phenomenal. As the sky darkened, the skyline lights came to life and played and danced against the water below. There was a fireworks display on the horizon adding to the ambiance. We had a couple of lovely cocktails and then enjoyed the Poke appetizer, which absolutely melted in our mouths. A couple more cocktails and on to our entrees. My husband chose the Honey Cashew Shrimp. I enjoyed the Crispy Ahi. Both entrees were delicious! We sat and ate and drank ant talked. We enjoyed the scenery and the live music. We ended the evening with coffee and more conversation. A lovely evening with the love of my life. Our waiter’s name was Aaron. He was wonderful. He was knowledgeable of the cocktail menu and able to make great suggestions. He also was very helpful with the food options. I have an onion intolerance and he was able to have the Poke made without onions. I really appreciated it. Aaron was attentive without hovering. He was kind and professional. We really enjoyed meeting him. What an asset he is to Bali Hai! All in all it was a perfect evening. Bali Hai is one of our most favorite restaurants. We can’t wait for our next visit to San Diego so we can spend an evening at Bali Hai again!

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                                                                                      Bali Hai Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 5956 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                      10:00 pm
                                                                                      Booked 37 times today
                                                                                      Google Map for Bali Hai Restaurant

                                                                                      2230 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106

                                                                                      Dining areas

                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                                        Scott or Rosecrans
                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                        Shelter Island / San Diego Bay
                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                        Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:45 pm
                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                        $31 to $50
                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                        Polynesian, Seafood, Hawaiian
                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                        Casual Dress
                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                        Lots of free parking. Sorry no valet.
                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                                                        Mr. Dion Morales
                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                        Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                      • Website
                                                                                        http://www.balihairestaurant.com/
                                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                                        (619) 222-1181
                                                                                      • Catering
                                                                                        Private dining 10 to 30. And 65 to 300.
                                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                                        Thank you for considering The Bali Hai for your special occasion. The Bali Hai has been a favorite in San Diego for over sixty five years. With spectacular views of San Diego Bay and the city skyline, our South Pacific Room and Hawaiian Village are perfect for wedding receptions.
                                                                                      • Private party contact
                                                                                        Jenny Benitez: (844) 449-4428
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