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

4867 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

13 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 15 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
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 4,867 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

4.3Food
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 a stunning ocean view that enhances its dining experience. Guests frequently praise the "exceptional service" and "spectacular views," making it a favorite for special occasions. While some dishes may occasionally miss the mark, the "delicious seafood" and "amazing Southern California beach vibes" make it a must-visit destination.

4,867 Reviews

KC
KathyC
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were both outstanding. Fish tacos were delicious and we had the crispy brussel sprouts for an appetizer and they were amazing. Sat at a table on the glass over looking the water which made for a very nice lunch. Recommend this restaurant.
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Lee
VIP
San Diego
134 reviews
3.0
134 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really great service and ambiance. Meal was good value. The crab cake was a bit disappointing however overall a good experience.
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Richard
VIP
Los Angeles
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went on a amazing date and had a great time, great view, great food, and great service!
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Shawn
VIP
San Diego
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was hard to avoid mushrooms (which so love but those with me did not and found hard as a pairing with seafood). Waitress was amazing.
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mark
VIP
Detroit
27 reviews
3.0
27 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful views. Food was just ok. Server was inattentive.
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Robert
VIP
San Diego
129 reviews
2.0
129 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The ambience and service was good as always, but we were disappointed in the food. Although we told the server that we liked the halibut slightly undercooked, it came well done and somewhat dried out anyway. To their credit we were comped on our main courses. Our calamari appetizers were unusually tough. We've been coming here for many years and believe the restaurant is losing ground on food quality & preparation over the last year or so.
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Linda
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always have lunch at Pacifica Del Mar on New Year's Day. Has been our tradition for 25 years and there is no better way to start the new year. Beautiful ocean view, impeccable service, great menu selections, piping hot delicious food, wow factor cocktails...it all adds up to an amazing experience. Highly recommend. Try the prawn cocktail, mixed greens salad, sugar-spiced salmon, and burnt cream. Grapefruit martini was fire!
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James
VIP
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
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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Carolyn
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience was excellent, the staff/server, menu selection and ambience was perfect for bringing in the new year!
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Nancy
San Diego
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
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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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 4867 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

13 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 15 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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