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Dockside 1953 - Dockside 1953, San Diego, CA

Dockside 1953

4.6
4.6
651 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 30 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
With its spectacular waterfront setting on Mission Bay, nautical-inspired design, and a menu of mouthwatering dishes, Dockside 1953 is a favorite restaurant for hotel guests and locals alike. Aptly named for its marina-facing locale at the Bahia Resort Hotel and the year the resort opened, Dockside 1953 is a stunning standout in San Diego’s dining scene. Fresh, coastal-inspired, and locally sourced — the eclectic menu of California fare features dishes to satisfy all palates. With a dedication to high-quality ingredients, menu highlights include classic sweet and savory options for breakfast; salads, bowls, and flatbreads for lunch; sharable starters and fresh seafood entrées for dinner; and a thoughtful wine and cocktail menu. The extensive outdoor patio features cozy fire pits, gorgeous Mission Bay views, and a covered trellis to shade guests.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alejandro Sicairos
  • Private party facilities
    For those special occasions, Dockside 1953 offers group dining accommodations. Our expert staff is dedicated to helping you plan the perfect event – whether it’s a business meeting, anniversary or a birthday celebration.
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Beach
  • Cross street
    W. Mission Bay Drive and Gleason Road
  • Parking details
    We offer free self parking for our guests.
  • Public transit
    MTS Bus stops a few step from the hotel.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 651 people are saying

Dockside 1953 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dockside 1953 offers a "beautiful setting" along San Diego's waterfront, with "stunning views of the bay." Guests praise the "excellent service" and "delicious food," including standout dishes like the sea bass and filet mignon. The "live music" enhances the ambiance, and the outdoor seating with fire pits provides a "cozy dining experience."

651 Reviews
  1. Cynthia

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Dockside was good seafood but I have had better for the expense. Really enjoyed the ambiance. Didn't understand how there were no reservations available after 445pm and when we got there, literally every table available as it wasn't busy (this was a Friday too) at all.
    Dockside 1953Responded 4 days ago
    Dear Cynthia, thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the ambiance and appreciate your comments on the seafood. We're sorry to hear the experience didn’t fully meet your expectations, especially regarding the reservation system. We understand how that could be frustrating and will be looking into it to ensure a smoother experience for our guests in the future. We hope you'll consider giving us another try

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  2. Kevin

    Charleston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal. Loved the live music and eating by the fire pit.
    Dockside 1953Responded 4 days ago
    Dear Kevin, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your meal, the live music, and the cozy ambiance by the fire pit. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great evening!

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  3. Jose

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good but I don’t think it was worth the price. Very expensive for what you’re getting.
    Dockside 1953Responded on April 16, 2025
    Dear Jose, thank you for dining with us and sharing your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our menu offerings. We apologize that the value did not meet your expectations. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon.

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  4. Debbie

    Orange County21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasty shrimp roll, caesar salad, charred cauliflower and blackened tuna steak. Tiki tempest mocktail was refreshing and not overly sweet. Lovely outdoor patio with heaters.
    Dockside 1953Responded on April 8, 2025
    Dear Debbie, thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the shrimp roll, Caesar salad, charred cauliflower, and blackened tuna steak. It’s also great to know you found the Tiki Tempest mocktail refreshing and just the right level of sweetness. We're happy that you enjoyed the outdoor patio with heaters as well—it’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal. We hope to welcome you back soon for another delightful experience!

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  5. Brielle

    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As a San Diego local, we LOVE coming here for the amazing view and food. The outdoor seating can’t be beat!
    Dockside 1953Responded on April 8, 2025
    Dear Brielle, thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that as a local, you continue to enjoy our amazing view and food. It’s great to know that the outdoor seating and overall ambiance make for such a memorable experience. We truly appreciate your kind words and are happy to be one of your favorite spots for a meal or a drink. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more visits!

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  6. Alan

    Tahoe3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat outside. Beautiful setting but a little cold. Table had a fire pit but we were still cold. The waiter brought us a portable heater which was perfect. We went on a Thursday and there was live music which was nice. The food was excellent. Overall, a great experience.
    Dockside 1953Responded on April 4, 2025
    Dear Alan, thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the beautiful setting and the live music. We apologize for the chill, but we're happy to know that the portable heater made it more comfortable. It’s great to hear that the food exceeded your expectations as well. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful experience!

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  7. Mike VIP

    Jacksonville70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fab restaurant. Fairly nondescript with nice view of marina. Limited menu but something for everyone. Our entrees were cooked perfectly. Great service. You should go, you won’t be disappointed.
    Dockside 1953Responded on April 2, 2025
    Dear Mike, thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're so glad you enjoyed the view, the food, and the service. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal!

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  8. Greg

    Springfield8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten there twice so far during our stay at the resort. Kelly served us both evenings, and we felt that she and her helpers all made us feel very special. We had a great sole dish and 1/2 price Sauvignon Blanc on Wednesday, and the sliders and $10 Shrimp Cocktail on Thursday. All of the food was delicious and beautifully presented. Live music Thursday was great!
    Dockside 1953Responded on March 28, 2025
    Dear Greg, thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear that Kelly and her team made your dining experiences memorable. It’s great to know you enjoyed our daily specials, including the 1/2 price wine bottle, sole dish, sliders, shrimp cocktail, and the live music – everything sounds delicious! We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Kelly and the rest of the team. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hangar steak was amazing!! Loved the live music too.
    Dockside 1953Responded on March 25, 2025
    Dear guest, thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you loved the hangar steak and enjoyed the live music. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience soon!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The foods were great. It was my best salmon steak in my life. And view of mission bay was awesome.
    Dockside 1953Responded on March 13, 2025
    Dear valued guest, we are delighted you enjoyed the salmon and incredible views of Mission Bay. Whether it's for breakfast, weekend brunch, lunch, or dinner, the team at Dockside 1953 can't wait to welcome you back.

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FAQs

Dockside 1953 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 539-7634.

Dockside 1953 is rated 4.6 stars by 651 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 30 times today
Google Map for Dockside 1953

998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109-7803

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W. Mission Bay Drive and Gleason Road
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We offer free self parking for our guests.
  • Public transit
    MTS Bus stops a few step from the hotel.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alejandro Sicairos
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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