Brigantine Point Loma

Name: Brigantine Point Loma
Address: 2725 Shelter Island Dr., San Diego, CA, United States, 92106
Telephone: (619) 224-2871
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1969 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 6 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

A San Diego tradition since 1969, the Brigantine has received many accolades in our 40+ year history: "BEST SEAFOOD", "BEST CASUAL SEAFOOD", "BEST HAPPY HOUR", and even "BEST SWORDFISH IN THE WORLD", according to USA Today - just to name a few.

Beautifully remodeled in early 2009, the Brigantine is well-known for the signature Clam Chowder, Grilled Swordfish, and Fish Tacos. The Brigantine is a favorite among locals for consistently fresh seafood, succulent steaks and grilled meats.

Home to the America's Cup until 1995, Shelter Island is still the yachting center of San Diego. The Brigantine offers glimpses of this busy marina from the outdoor patio and semi-private banquet areas.

The Point Loma Brigantine serves dinner 7 nights a week, and lunch Saturday & Sunday. Join us for our signature $5 Happy Hour from 3-6pm.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Oyster Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri, Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 224-2871
Website
http://www.brigantine.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Gaul Ruiz
Catering
Brigantine Catering offers cuisine options from our Brigantine Seafood Restaurants and Miguel's Cocina. Call the restaurant to inquire.
Private party facilities
Semi-private event areas are available for groups between 20 and 60 guests.Dining Room - Seating for up to 60 guestsPatio - Seating for up to 30 guestsFood and beverage minimums apply for private space. Please contact the restaurant for current menus and detailed information.

Location
2725 Shelter Island Dr., San Diego, CA 92106
Area
Point Loma
Parking details
The Brigantine is in the marina lot. Metered parking is available (major credit cards accepted) Monday-Saturday day. Parking is free after 6:00 pm, and all day Sundays and certain holidays.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Brig Classic Calamari StripsUSD 15.00
Cocktail sauce, jalapeño white sauce
Brig Shrimp Cocktail**USD 18.00
Cocktail sauce & horseradish
Crispy Brussels Sprouts**USD 16.00
Pork belly, Spanish chorizo, blue cheese & salted caramel
Jumbo Lump Crab CakeUSD 21.00
Pan-seared blue crab, white wine mustard, fresh slaw
Crispy Coconut Macadamia ShrimpUSD 19.00
Ponzu sauce
Crab & Shrimp Fondue^USD 20.00
Crunchy garlic toast
Fresh Steamed Clams^USD 20.00
Chorizo, shallots, garlic, lemon grass, red curry-coconut broth & toasted baguette
Grilled Octopus**USD 20.00
Bilbao chorizo, brussels sprout leaves, caramelized onion, chickpeas, grape tomatoes, & pickled pimiento peppers with English pea purée

Soup & Salads

Brig Chowder / Soup of the Day
- CupUSD 9.00
- BowlUSD 11.00
Brig House Salad**USD 12.00
Crisp greens tossed with hearts of palm, dried cranberries, glazed pecans, & crumbled blue cheese vinaigrette
Spinach Salad**USD 12.00
Bacon, diced tomato & hard-boiled egg, cider-cottage cheese vinaigrette
Caesar Salad^USD 12.00
Chopped romaine tossed in our classic caesar dressing with garlic croutons & parmesan cheese
BLT Wedge Salad**USD 12.00
Iceberg wedge, chopped tomato, crumbled bacon, buttermilk blue cheese
Crab & Shrimp Cobb Salad**USD 27.00
Shrimp & sweet red crab, sliced avocado, diced egg, tomato, bacon, blue cheese & mixed lettuce tossed in avocado-lime vinaigrette
Chopped Chicken Salad**USD 21.00
Red bell pepper, tomato, onion, cucumber, avocado, olives, bacon & mixed lettuce tossed in red wine vinaigrette
Shrimp & Crab Louie Salad**USD 27.00
Shrimp, crab, avocado, egg, cucumber, tomato, mixed greens, louie dressing

Entreés

Blackened Salmon**USD 34.00
Cremini mushroom, chickpeas, cipollini onion, & roasted red pepper with English pea purée
Seared Alaskan Halibut**USD 41.00
Spanish chorizo, caramelized onion, wilted chard, cherry tomatoes, & fingerling potatoes with Romesco sauce
Tiger Shrimp & Grits**USD 29.00
Sautéed Mexican shrimp, bacon, Bilbao chorizo, creamed yellow grits & lemon pan sauce
Jumbo Day Boat Scallops^USD 42.00
Corn succotash, bacon, edamame, red onion, bell pepper, cherry tomato & sweet corn purée
Macadamia Crusted Mahi^USD 33.00
Lemon beurre blanc, parmesan risotto & chef's vegetables
Certified Sterling New York Steak^USD 42.00
12oz cut topped with blue cheese-truffle crust, mashed potatoes, garlic French beans & red wine demi glace
Lobster Tempura TacosUSD 28.00
Cucumber-jicama slaw & cilantro remoulade on blue corn tortillas, garlic truffle fries & chef's vegetables
Chicken Cordon BleuUSD 25.00
Panko breaded, goat cheese & prosciutto stuffing, mashed potatoes, arugula, cherry tomatoes, sherry vinaigrette & roasted garlic parmesan cream sauce
Ketch Ale-Brined ChopsUSD 28.00
French-cut pork chops brined in Ketch Kolsch ale, mashed potatoes, glazed baby carrots with mushroom marsala sauce
Breaded Cauliflower 'Steak'^USD 23.00
Shitake mushrooms, caramelized onions, brussels sprouts, toasted almonds, roasted peppers & yellow coconut curry sauce

The Classics

A Taste of San Diego

Signature Grilled Marinated Swordfish**USD 35.00
Avocado lime butter, parmesan risotto & broccolini
Center-Cut Filet Mignon**USD 50.00
Grilled filet, mashed potatoes & asparagus with whiskey peppercorn sauce
Wok-Charred Ahi^USD 35.00
Seared sushi-grade tuna, wok-tossed vegetables, wonton crisps, jasmine rice & wasabi-shoyu sauce
Crab Stuffed Tiger Shrimp^USD 35.00
Wrapped in bacon & broiled, served with mashed potatoes, chef's vegetables & jalapeño white sauce
Golden Ale-Battered Cod Fish & ChipsUSD 25.00
Wild Alaskan cod, garlic-parmesan fries, house-made tartar & cocktail sauce
Parmesan Crusted Sand Dabs^USD 27.00
Broccolini, parmesan risotto, lemon caper beurre blanc
Wagyu Burger^USD 22.00
1/2 lb American wagyu, smoked bacon, wild mushroom confit, caramelized onion, roasted garlic spread, bibb lettuce & aged cheddar, garlic truffle fries

What 1,969 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

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Brigantine Point Loma is a beloved dining spot offering "great food" and "excellent service." Known for its welcoming atmosphere and professional staff, the restaurant delights with standout dishes like Oyster Rockefeller and shrimp cocktail. Visitors enjoy a consistently pleasant experience, making it "a #1 place to go."

1,969 Reviews

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Karen
San Diego
71 reviews
vip
5.0
71 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brigantine is a go to restaurant for us to have a nice meal with consistently good service. Comfortable interior in a nice setting.
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Mary
San Diego
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We arrived early and went to Happy Hour, which was cozy with a fireplace and good appetizer: calamari. All the servers were super friendly and helpful. They seated us at a comfortable booth and we had the house salad: full of healthy and yummy ingredients. The swordfish and risotto was amazing. It was cooked to perfection and so flavorful. Others enjoyed the ahi. We have been to many Brigantines: this is the flagship and in my opinion is the best for food and service. My cousin whose is a pilot is going to recommend to other flight crews. Also a close walk to lovely scenery at Shelter Island. Thank you.
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Richard
Los Angeles
105 reviews
vip
4.0
105 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Repeat visit not good as the last one. Will probably not be back.
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Dennis
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Although we had to switch to bar table the staff was very accommodating and provided appetizers-thank you and are wait person was outstanding with a large group. I would highly recommend without any reservations.
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Tim
San Diego
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful place to celebrate our anniversary! Great food and great service.
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Pam
San Diego
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 31 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food would have gotten a five but the calamari appetizer we had was tuff. Other than that we will return and hopefully the other appetizers are better.
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robert
Vancouver
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food not as good as it should/could be and service was lack lustre. Oysters were not that tasty, octopus was over cooked, lobster tacos would’ve been great if not drowned in sauce, swordfish was excellent.
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ann
San Diego
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A nice place to eat with outstanding service and the food is always good.
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MICHELE
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server James was very good. It was an extremely busy night but still felt taken care of. Drinks a bit pricey and appetizers are about the price of a low end entree. Avg $20. But the food was delicious!
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Jennifer
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Likely won’t return. Took 1.5 hours from the time seated to receive our main entrees. Service was beyond slow. When our meals finally arrived, their signature swordfish dish was over cooked, very dry and bland as were the two sides — risotto and broccolini. The Mai Tai was great along with two appetizers — Brussels sprouts and grilled octopus. We should’ve just stopped there.
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FAQs

Brigantine Point Loma offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Brigantine Point Loma also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 224-2871.

Brigantine Point Loma is rated 4.5 stars by 1969 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

25 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2725 Shelter Island Dr., San Diego, CA 92106

Additional information

Area
Point Loma
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Fri, Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Oyster Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
The Brigantine is in the marina lot. Metered parking is available (major credit cards accepted) Monday-Saturday day. Parking is free after 6:00 pm, and all day Sundays and certain holidays.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Gaul Ruiz
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.brigantine.com/
Phone number
(619) 224-2871
Catering
Brigantine Catering offers cuisine options from our Brigantine Seafood Restaurants and Miguel's Cocina. Call the restaurant to inquire.
Private party facilities
Semi-private event areas are available for groups between 20 and 60 guests.Dining Room - Seating for up to 60 guestsPatio - Seating for up to 30 guestsFood and beverage minimums apply for private space. Please contact the restaurant for current menus and detailed information.

Brigantine Point Loma

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Center-Cut Filet Mignon

Brig Shrimp Cocktail

Oysters Rock

Oysters*

Oyster on the Half Shell**

3 Baked Oysters^USD 11.50

Oysters Rock^USD 24.00

STARTERS

Brig Classic Calamari StripsUSD 15.00

Brig Shrimp Cocktail**USD 18.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts**USD 16.00

Jumbo Lump Crab CakeUSD 21.00

Crispy Coconut Macadamia ShrimpUSD 19.00

Crab & Shrimp Fondue^USD 20.00

Fresh Steamed Clams^USD 20.00

Grilled Octopus**USD 20.00

Soup & Salads

Brig Chowder / Soup of the Day

Brig House Salad**USD 12.00

Spinach Salad**USD 12.00

Caesar Salad^USD 12.00

BLT Wedge Salad**USD 12.00

Crab & Shrimp Cobb Salad**USD 27.00

Chopped Chicken Salad**USD 21.00

Shrimp & Crab Louie Salad**USD 27.00

Entreés

Blackened Salmon**USD 34.00

Seared Alaskan Halibut**USD 41.00

Tiger Shrimp & Grits**USD 29.00

Jumbo Day Boat Scallops^USD 42.00

Macadamia Crusted Mahi^USD 33.00

Certified Sterling New York Steak^USD 42.00

Lobster Tempura TacosUSD 28.00

Chicken Cordon BleuUSD 25.00

Ketch Ale-Brined ChopsUSD 28.00

Breaded Cauliflower 'Steak'^USD 23.00

The Classics

Signature Grilled Marinated Swordfish**USD 35.00

Center-Cut Filet Mignon**USD 50.00

Wok-Charred Ahi^USD 35.00

Crab Stuffed Tiger Shrimp^USD 35.00

Golden Ale-Battered Cod Fish & ChipsUSD 25.00

Parmesan Crusted Sand Dabs^USD 27.00

Wagyu Burger^USD 22.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Brigantine Point Loma offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Brigantine Point Loma restaurant rated?

Is Brigantine Point Loma currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information