Pacifica Del Mar

Name: Pacifica Del Mar
Address: 1555 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, CA, United States, 92014
Telephone: (858) 792-0476
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

4857 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

1 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 21 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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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
Area
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, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

LOCAL YELLOWTAIL CRUDOUSD 20.00
aguachile salsa | pickled red onions | avocado | tortilla disks | chilli oil
LEMONGRASS POACHED SHRIMPUSD 22.00
5 jumbo shrimp | lemon oil | cocktail sauce
TUNA POKE NACHOSUSD 23.00
serrano peppers | avocado | spicy mayo mango | wanton chips
OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELLUSD 24.00
cucumber champagne mignonette | cocktail sauce

Small Plates

WARM OLIVE SOURDOUGH 1/4 LOAFUSD 3.00
sea salt butter
MULLIGATAWNY SOUPUSD 13.00
curry | chicken | carrots | celery | onions wild rice
MIXED GREENS SALADUSD 11.00
dried cranberries | walnuts | blue cheese | cider-mustard vinaigrette
CAESAR SALADUSD 11.00
baby lettuces | ciabatta crisp | shaved parmesan classic dressing
BLUE LUMP CRAB CAKEUSD 23.00
remoulade | seasonal vegetable salad | yuzu vinaigrette
CRISPY CALAMARIUSD 20.00
cherry peppers | red pepper aioli vietnamese dipping sauce
STEAMED MUSSELSUSD 20.00
thai red curry coconut broth | cilantro | basil

Seafood

SUGAR-SPICED SALMONUSD 42.00
chinese beans, garlic mashed potatoes mustard sauce
PAN ROASTED ALASKAN HALIBUTUSD 47.00
soy glaze | sticky rice, green curry-coconut sauce, bok choy
SESAME CRUSTED AHIUSD 42.00
glazed carrots | sushi rice cake ginger-soy butter, shiitake
CATCH OF THE DAYUSD 40.00
parmesan and panko crusted | mushroom risotto pea puree | pickled mushrooms
SEARED DIVER SCALLOPSUSD 42.00
roasted fall vetetables | butternut squash puree | mascarpone polenta | pepita pomegranate gremolata
GEMELLI PRAWN PASTAUSD 36.00
sambuca fennel cream | guanciale | cherry tomatoes | parmesan cheese
SPANISH SEAFOOD STEWUSD 36.00
clams | mussels | shrimp | white fish | piquillo-saffron broth | white beans | spanish chorizo | french bread

Vegetarian

VEGETABLE THAI CURRYUSD 28.00
assorted vegetables | sticky rice | green coconut-curry sauce

Meat

BRAISED SHORT RIBSUSD 43.00
brown butter parsnip puree | garlic spinach
ROASTED HALF CHICKENUSD 34.00
honey roasted rutabaga | ham hock braised greens | mustard demi
GRILLED 7OZ FILET MIGNONUSD 53.00
potato and smoked gouda croquette | charred persimmon | broccolini | port wine sauce
STEAK FRITESUSD 29.00
asian marinated flat iron | french fries | sesame cilantro chimichurri | citrus salad | miso aioli
HALF POUND BURGERUSD 25.00
2 special blend patties | american cheese

Sides

all $12

CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUTSUSD 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 PUDDINGUSD 10.00
served with vanilla bean ice cream ask your server for today's flavor
PACIFICA'S BURNT CREAMUSD 9.00
the restaurant's original recipe...
DAILY SORBETUSD 8.00
shortbread cookie
MOCHA SEMIFREDDOUSD 10.00
dark chocolate custard | white chocolate-espresso mousse

What 4,857 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.

4,859 Reviews

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James
VIP
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The fish special was average at best. Host wanted to seat us in an undesirable table while window seats were available
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Nancy
San Diego
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My husband enjoyed his swordfish. The salad and wine were delicious. My rib eye steak with lobster was the New Year’s Eve special so I expected it to be better than it was. The rib eye was fatty and hard to cut. It was good, but not great. The 5 ounce lobster piece was a bit undercooked but still good. I should have ordered from the regular menu as the special was overpriced and disappointing. The servers were very attentive and we enjoyed the ambience, though it was a bit noisy.
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David
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great view and good food. Great date night place.
Pacifica Del MarResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your review!
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Ben
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 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.
Pacifica Del MarResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your review, we really appreciate it and hope to see you again soon.
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Grace
Phoenix
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined 6 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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Dyann
San Diego
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 6 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.
Pacifica Del MarResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for choosing to spend the holiday with us, we really appreciate it along with your review and we hope to see you again soon.
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Nicole
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 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!
Pacifica Del MarResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for your review, we are so glad you spent the holiday with us and enjoyed your time here! We are so excited to see you again!
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Bridget
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 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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Kevin
VIP
Las Vegas
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined 7 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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LeslieC
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 December 2024
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.
Pacifica Del MarResponded 1 day ago
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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 4857 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

1 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1555 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014

Additional information

Cross Street
15th Street
Area
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, Takeaway, 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

Pacifica Del Mar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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STEAMED MUSSELS

BAJA SALAD

AHI SALAD

Chilled Seafood

LOCAL YELLOWTAIL CRUDOUSD 20.00

LEMONGRASS POACHED SHRIMPUSD 22.00

TUNA POKE NACHOSUSD 23.00

OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELLUSD 24.00

Small Plates

WARM OLIVE SOURDOUGH 1/4 LOAFUSD 3.00

MULLIGATAWNY SOUPUSD 13.00

MIXED GREENS SALADUSD 11.00

CAESAR SALADUSD 11.00

BLUE LUMP CRAB CAKEUSD 23.00

CRISPY CALAMARIUSD 20.00

STEAMED MUSSELSUSD 20.00

Seafood

SUGAR-SPICED SALMONUSD 42.00

PAN ROASTED ALASKAN HALIBUTUSD 47.00

SESAME CRUSTED AHIUSD 42.00

CATCH OF THE DAYUSD 40.00

SEARED DIVER SCALLOPSUSD 42.00

GEMELLI PRAWN PASTAUSD 36.00

SPANISH SEAFOOD STEWUSD 36.00

Vegetarian

VEGETABLE THAI CURRYUSD 28.00

Meat

BRAISED SHORT RIBSUSD 43.00

ROASTED HALF CHICKENUSD 34.00

GRILLED 7OZ FILET MIGNONUSD 53.00

STEAK FRITESUSD 29.00

HALF POUND BURGERUSD 25.00

Sides

CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUTSUSD 15.00

ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

GARLIC SAUTÉED BROCCOLINI

SAUTÉED SAVOY SPINACH

CHINESE BEANS

Dessert

HOUSEMADE BREAD PUDDINGUSD 10.00

PACIFICA'S BURNT CREAMUSD 9.00

DAILY SORBETUSD 8.00

MOCHA SEMIFREDDOUSD 10.00

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