I really enjoyed eating lunch here on a Saturday. I was able to find parking right in front of the restaurant and I really love how cute the aesthetic is of this place. Our server, Jordan was very attentive and made the experience.very nice . The piña colada I had was the best piña colada I've ever had. It was pure perfection. We shared the ceviche and poke appetizer. I can't wait to have that again. We also enjoyed the fish and chips and thought it was very good too. read more

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Came for happy hour with the dog. We sat in the patio. Nice ambiance with coastal decor. Food wise it was hit and miss. See breakdown below. Would come back just for tacos during HH. Recommend: Coconut shrimp Fish taco Spicy steak taco Skip: Guaca-poke - combo didn't make individual components better Pork belly slider - bread was too soggy from pineapple Sea bass skewers - good but bland, needs a sauce Sticky ribs - too much sauce, could be more tender Macadamia crusted sea bass - crust became soggy with the peach chutney and salad piled on top Tempura shrimp roll - very dense, strong ginger flavor Guava-Rita - too sweet, tastes artificial read more

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I left a bad review 3 years ago and they reached out to send them an email. I didn't see the email until this month of march 2026. When I emailed them they gave me 500 points to use on their app. I got the cabo calamari, poke & ceviche trio (original ahi Poké, serrano ahi poke, and Baja shrimp ceviche) shrimp tempura roll, and Thai tea. Food ratings: Calamari was a 7/10 it could be more fried/ crispier. The original ahi poke was 10/10! Serrano ahi poke is a 7/10 Baja shrimp ceviche 9/10! Shrimp tempura roll 9/10 Thai tea is 11/10! It was so delicious and it's only $6 unlimited drink ! What I didn't like is that you don't have the option to dine in when you order with the points. Also right when I placed the order I told the hostess and server that I wanted everything for dine in which I guess they said they told the kitchen, the wait time was fast only like 25 minutes. But I was disappointed when my order was to go in a bag. I will definitely come back here again. read more

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This was my first time here I got the calamari and the Kanpachi fish (now that was really good). I highly recommend coming here plus the customer service was excellent read more

Pacific Catch - Cabo Calamari - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Food was not bad. We ordered the steamed clams as a starter which was pretty good. It came with a couple pieces of bread. I got the sashimi handroll trio which I didn't really like. It was more like nigiris with nori underneath. The salmon one was good. The yellowtail was too salty (too much sea salt). Seared ahi was so so. My husband got the lobster roll and loved it. The service was great! We were greeted warmly when we arrived and seated promptly. Our server Nick was very nice and professional. He brought out the kids food along with the steamed clams so the little ones didn't have to wait super long for their food. My little one saw her older sister have a slice of orange with her meal and wanted some too. Nick was nice enough to give us some more when we asked. I noticed he was waiting tables and making drinks too. He still checked in on us to make sure we got all our food and refilled our drinks. Thanks for the great service Nick! read more

Pacific Catch - Sashimi hand roll trio - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

I love that you don't have to wander around inside the mall to try to find this place. The entrance is right off the parking lot! Super cute outdoor seating area BUT it's right off the parking lot. I was sat quickly and my server came by at just the right time. He answered a couple of questions, took my order, and was on his way. He came back periodically to check on me but was never gone so long that I felt forgotten about. I ordered the taco platter with steak and shrimp and a side of sweet potato fries. Everything came out pretty quick. The tacos were good but they weren't as big as the server made them out to be. If you're pretty hungry you'll want to get 3. The black beans were ok, they weren't very flavorful and I wasn't a fan of the consistency. All in all I had a great experience and I would go back. read more

Pacific Catch - Taco platter steak and shrimp - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Came here with a girlfriend because we were craving fish-- we got it! My sashimi plate was so good. Fresh fish. Calamari was ok. She liked her salmon. Service was quick! Sat outside which was nice. read more

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Pacific Catch is always a win. The food is consistently delicious, the interior is bright and welcoming, and the overall vibe feels great. Service is solid and attentive. The food is absolutely excellent. Highly recommend the Poké Ceviche Trio and the Mexican Grill Bowl--both are incredibly flavorful, and the bowl in particular is very filling. Also very kid-friendly, which is a big plus. A reliable favorite we keep coming back to. read more

Go during happy hour!!! Such a good deal on the food. I got to try poke, sushi rolls as well as some shareables. I really enjoyed the pupu platter as well as the steamed clams! So flavorful and filling. I love seafood! The ambiance of the restaurant is very nice as well to sit and dine in. read more

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Came here for their "Aloha Hour" from 3-6pm and was pretty happy with their selection although it's still quite pricey for a happy hour. We ordered the Pupu platter which was a selection of things for $25. Everything was pretty tasty especially the poke guacamole, but the fish skewers were quite bland. I also got the guavarita for $9, which was a well made drink but again still pricey for a happy hour. The vibe here is really cute inside and they have a nice patio outside too. Service was pretty nice but our server did mess up on our receipt and overcharged for one of the pupu platters we got. Not sure if I would come back again unless it was during their happy hour for a work event. read more

Pacific Catch - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Came here on a Wednesday for happy hour. Grabbed all the poke options and shared two drinks. The inside is very large and has plenty of seating. Service was prompt and friendly. The happy hour is a great deal. Highly recommend. You probably do not need reservations unless on weekends. read more

Pacific Catch - Poke for happy hour - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Located inside the UTC Mall. I wanted to try something different. I yelped it and saw that they have pretty good reviews. I probably should've tried a seafood dish instead but I ordered the Korean Steak medium rare based on pictures I saw. Plated nicely over a bed of brussel sprouts with kimchi fried rice, eggs and pickled cucumbers. 1st bite with all that sauce on it was way too salty. Steak came out pretty rare in the center but it was not bad after I scraped off all the sauce. I would suggest they put it on the side. TBH the steak was flavorful enough with the brussel sprouts and didn't need the bbq sauce at all. I didn't care too much for the fried rice. Ambiance and service is nice. Full bar with sports playing. I would come back next time to try their Happy Hour menu. read more

Pacific Catch - Korean BBQ | Steak - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

I really liked my meal at this establishment. The food was freshly made to order. You could tell that only the best ingredients were used in preparation. The portions were large and I felt like I was treating my body good with the healthy dish. I visited on a Wednesday night and the place was very busy with patrons enjoying great food and conversation. The ambience was very inviting and aesthetically pleasing. read more

Pacific Catch - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Pacific Catch is a fantastic choice for a business lunch -- generous portions, fast service, and a relaxed but polished atmosphere that's great for conversation. The poke bowl is the standout and an easy recommendation. Fresh, flavorful, and satisfying without being too heavy, it's the perfect midday meal. There's plenty of seating, both indoors and outdoors, so it's easy to find a comfortable spot whether you're meeting with colleagues or just grabbing a quick lunch on your own. Friendly staff, consistently good food, and a bright, breezy setting make Pacific Catch a dependable go-to. TLDR -- the poke bowl! Generous portions and delicious. read more

Great spot at UTC with a solid happy hour until 6pm and app/rewards program. Ample bar seating, and lots of menu options. Bar staff is always very attentive. read more

Pacific Catch - Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

I used to be frequent diner at Pacific Catch but stopped going a few months ago after a few disappointing visits. My dinner mates chose PC for dinner so I met them there. We got there at 5:30 on a Friday. The parking lot and mall were busy but pleasantly surprised when we walked into PC and the atmosphere was relaxed and quiet. The menu has been thinned out a lot. Many of the items I would normally order were gone. I was a little sad to not see some items. Got the calamari and shrimp tempura roll for apps. Sushi roll was great. The calamari was ok even though I was hungry but definitely not the best I've had. I think they were over fried and a bit salty. I got the West Coast Style Bowl and my friends got the Mexican Grill Bowl and a Waygu Burger. The food all tasted so much better than before. I feel that with the more limited menu, the kitchen is better able to concentrate on quality. The Burger was juicy and perfectly medium, not burned like it had been in previous visits. The bowls were fresh and full of flavor. The fish was cooked perfectly and moist. Just beware that the Mexican Grill is a bit spicy if you don't want spicy. Also got a Thai iced tea. Strong and not too sweet but tasted a little off. Probably should have waited to get a boba across the way after dinner instead. I took a glance at the happy hour menu. It looks good but we were not sitting on the patio or the bar so we couldn't partake. But the dinner menu is still reasonably priced for good quality food at a sit down restaurant in the mall that's clean and has a nice vibe without loud music. I like that you can keep a conversation going here without obnoxious music or loud customers. I'm happy that things are better and I look forward to eating here again. read more

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Perfect for Happy Hour! We ordered the pupu platter, which was a great choice.It included everything I wanted to try: sticky ribs, coconut shrimp, and guaca-poke. We also ordered the Baja shrimp ceviche and taro chips with aioli. Everything was delicious and I especially appreciated that the ceviche had a generous amount of shrimp. The only miss was the taro chips, as the chips were a bit stale. The staff were attentive and friendly throughout our visit. I'd definitely come back again for the happy hour! read more

Pacific Catch - Purple chips with wasabi aioli - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

I am not a complainer, but feel obligated to be "true to the review" for the benefit of others. Our visit here was so very disappointing: * We have understanding that our server was new (he told us), but in the event that there is a question you cannot answer for sure, guessing would not be recommended - we had never had barramundi sea bass but love Chilean sea bass. We asked the server if the two are comparable and he said, "most definitely." After eating, we realized the two are nothing alike (the barramundi tastes like a cheaper type fish, like cod). Additionally, the barramundi serving size was definitely unsatisfactory, the thickness almost like a McDonald's (regular) hamburger patty - thin, and it was cooked too long or too hot, the entire piece of fish was actually crispy (not good for this type of fish) * This restaurant, on the outskirts of the open mall, is an open door restaurant, both large doors propped open. We were somewhat disturbed with all of the flies and gnats that were bothering us, and wondered what the rear end cooking area must be like (with all the seafood and fish smells). * With one in the party not liking anything spicy hot, we asked if the guacamole was spicy. We were told, "no." As a spicy food lover myself, fortunately I was the first to try it, loaded with fresh (and very hot) jalapenos. This appetizer that was ordered for all but was only edible to one. * I am not sure if it was a cost saving measure, my salad came with barely a sprinkle of dressing, not enough to coat half of it. I had to ask for more and a half dollar sized mini-bowl of extra dressing was brought out. * My fish 'n chips was okay, but definitely nothing special - similar to what you could expect at most any standard diner (being "Pacific Catch" I expected better). Pacific Catch is not a "high end" restaurant, but is more so a "middle of the road" level restaurant. I say that, because the food was something similar to what you would expect at IHOP or Denny's, but we surely paid much more here. But I must say, the cocktails were really good, and we did enjoy them - Pacific Catch has a fully stocked bar and seemingly experienced bartenders - this bumps the rating to "two stars" instead of just one. read more

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I've eaten here many times and have basically ordered everything from the menu. My favorite thing to order that always taste good dining in or for take out is the 3 taco plate. I like to try the different tacos but my faves are the Baja fish, grilled fish and Baja shrimp tacos. I get it with a side of sweet potato fries and beans. They also have really yummy tortilla chips and wonton chips you can eat it with. My second favorite thing to order is the poke trio. It comes with 3 different kinds of poke and rice and all of them are so flavorful and yummy. I would eat them with chips too. Ambiance is cute as well. They have a wide bar place where you can try a lot of good happy hour food and drinks. I like that they offer indoor and outdoor seating and have cute fireplaces. It's great for big groups since theirs so much space. I've never had an issue with service. All of the waiters are very friendly and sweet. Sign up for their rewards too for discounts! You can earn points to redeem on food and they give you a birthday bowl for your bday which is rare for restaurants and what I think is so generous!! read more

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Good place to come for happy hour with easy access and parking located outside of the mall itself. The happy hour menu is decent with several tasty libation and food options. The fish tacos are good and the poke and ceviche trio is a great way to sample their offerings. Service was attentive. The atmosphere was coastal casual but the a/c was really cranked up so it felt like sitting in a meat locker and made us want to hurry our meal. read more

Pacific Catch - Poke & Ceviche Trio - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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We tried this place for the first time, I'm vegetarian and for the teriyaki bowl with tofu subbed. My partner got the ahi bowl. Portions were large, everything was fresh, service was friendly. Definitely recommend on a trip down to SD. read more

Stopped to have an early dinner and made it in time for HH. This is one of the better HH's in San Diego as they have more choices and great pricing compared to other HH's I've been too. We grabbed a free tacos Brussels sprouts fries (reg and sweet potato) and calamari (very good calamari). Service was great and food came out fast and was delicious. Great option at UTC for everyone to find something on the menu. Note HH is offered at the bar and the outside patio behind the bar only. It wasn't too noisy and it's nice inside but also comfortable. Shoutout to our server Justin- he was great and made our visit that much more enjoyable. read more

I was cruising along the UTC area and felt like some seafood so I stopped by here. The place was busy as I walked in so that was a good sign. I ordered the Kanpachi with the Asian Herb Chimichurri. The sides I ordered were the Grilled Broccolini and the "Elote" Corn. The Kanpachi came out and tasted delicious! The "Elote" Corn was tasty, but the broccolini needed to be cooked a little longer The service was decent since our server was busy with other tables. The restaurant is a great place to get some good seafood, and they have a full bar! I'll be back to try the other menu items when I am back in the area! read more

Pacific Catch - Kanpachi Yellowtail Fresh Catch with Broccolini and Mexican "Elote" Corn - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

This was the second time coming here. The restaurant is located inside UTC mall and is welcoming. This occasion we sat at the high top tables near the bar, prior it was the outdoor patio area. The service started out good and we were met with a friendly host who sat us. We quickly were provided waters and menus. Eventually we met the server who also was bartending. The bar at this time was not very busy. We ordered some steak and cod tacos as well as the herb garlic eggplant. Overall they were decent and the fish were very generous in size. The steak could have used more salt and a little more meat. Unfortunately during the time our food arrived until we finished, we did not receive a check in from the server/bartender to see how everything was and if we needed anything else. Overall this experience wasn't the best and definitely not the worst. read more

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Very nice happy hour menu. It features different types of foods, snacks and drinks. The price is pretty nice with various options. If you want to grab a nice drink or snacks with an affordable price. Here's the place to go! My husband had two glasses of Mai Tai and we had Thai Brussels and Ahi Poke, they are all pretty good. read more

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Came for a lunch meeting. Service was great, people were friendly and checked in multiple times. Very nice beach/sea decor. There was a glass bottle of water for you to refill your water which was very convenient. I'm not a huge fan of seafood so I opted for tacos. I had a fish taco and carne asada taco and they were both yummy. I ordered the chili lime French fries which was flavorful, but I think it would have tasted better with dipping sauce. Black beans were typical black beans. Great place for lunch, reasonable prices, parking took a bit to find but expect that at UTC mall. read more

Pacific Catch - 2 Taco Platter (2) - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

The food here is good. It's our first time eating here and the fish is hot and delicious. The mashed potatoes were perfect and we will be back again. It's a Tuesday and they're just a little bit busy. Our waitress is Megan E and she is amazing. It's noon and we are full now. read more

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Great spot for lunch in the UTC mall. The bowls are fresh, healthy, flavorful, and can be made vegetarian which is awesome!

Good food, decent prices, nice indoor and outdoor seating, service was ok could do better but not bad. Good for lunch or dinner, ill be back when I'm in the area. read more

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Two words: HAPPY HOUR. The pricey regular menu is saved by the great prices during their happy hour which made it totally worth it to come. The service was not the greatest as I felt unattended to since the beginning of the visit; having no utensils while our appetizer is out isn't the best start. The food was tasty for happy hour prices but I don't think I would come any time outside of those hours. I do enjoy the patio which is good for people watching. It has a relaxing modern vibe that was enjoyable. read more

Pacific Catch - Baja Shrimp Ceviche - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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A nice addition to the east side of UTC. We stopped in for lunch soon after opening but in the middle of the week. Seating inside and out, with bar seating available as well. We had no wait, no reservation, and no shortage of tables on the outside patio to choose from. We certainly weren't the only patrons, but it wasn't crowded by any means... which was funny because we heard a few parties state that they had reservations when they arrived. If you need that added assurance of a table then go ahead and make a res... otherwise, it doesn't seem like you'll have an issue walking in mid-week. Now on to the main dish... we ordered a 2 taco plate with beans, chips and salsa, as well as the poke. For tacos I had one traditional battered fish taco and one shrimp. Both were delicious, with very well cooked fish and shrimp. The breaded fish was light and flakey. Not at all oily or too heavy... and the taco was filled with a perfect blend of guacamole and cabbage. This was my favorite. The shrimp was really well cooked, and served similarly with cabbage and guacamole. The taco shells were well made corn tortillas, still soft but firm enough not to break while eating. The poke was really nice. Fresh non-fishy cubes smothered in a nice aioli and paired with light freshly made wontons. Again, not at all greasy. Overall, the quality of the ingredients was evident everywhere from the fresh pico de gallo to the tortillas and the pieces of seafood itself. My main (and really only) critique is that while the flavors were there, they were quite muted. I could do with a little heat in the spices that covered the shrimp, or some spice in the guacamole in the tacos. All in all, food was great, prices matched the level of service and atmosphere fitting of the locale, and everyone enjoyed their meal. read more

Pacific Catch - Taco Platter (2), Traditional Baja Taco and Guajillo Shrimp Taco with chips and salsa - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Located by the Almalfi Llma on the northeastern side of UTC (other shops nearby: Somi Somi, BenGong Tea) one can easily park on that side of the mall for quick easy access to the restaurant. Greeted right upon walking in and was seated promptly. Two servers immediately approached us and took our drink orders. Everything on the menu sounded good but we couldn't let our eyes take over and had to realistically order what we could eat. The guacapoke was refreshing. The lobster roll served with side of fries and drawn butter was guiltfully delicious. The macadamia nut crusted Konpachi is now my must here. Will come back to try other dishes. read more

Pacific Catch - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Come here about once a week. Great variety on the menu excellent service. Highly recommend the original poke bowl, the salmon bowl and the fish and chips. Ash is always super friendly and very attentive. read more

Pacific Catch - West Coast Salmon Bowl GF - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Had a great experience here! I ordered the salmon chowder & chirashi bowl. Both had wonderful, fresh flavor and I would order each of these again. They have a lot of nice indoor and outdoor seating. Service was friendly and attentive. I would come back for the cocktails! read more

Tried out Pacific Catch and it was a chill, casual spot. Most of the menu is seafood, but I decided to switch it up and try the steak--it was actually pretty good. It came with kimchi fried rice and Brussels sprouts. The rice was solid, but the Brussels sprouts were way too much for me. I asked if I could swap the sprouts for more rice, and they said it'd be an extra $3-$4... to replace a side. Yeah, no thanks. I didn't eat the sprouts and just moved on. Nothing really stood out beyond that. It was fine, but nothing I'd rush back for. read more

Pacific Catch - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

This restaurant was cute and hip appearing with lots of bright colors, a full bar, and outdoor seating. They also have happy hour on both weekdays and weekends with a pretty expansive menu. We ordered the shrimp ceviche, which was delicious, fresh and well seasoned. I then ordered the fish tacos and what a disappointment!! There was no flavor, the slaw was undressed, and they only provided one dry lime. There was some sauce on the top but it wasn't nearly enough. That being said the portion of fish was generous, and for that I am grateful. The service was also mediocre. They didn't provide silverware, and took forever to provide water. I would recommend getting your fish taco fix elsewhere read more

Pacific Catch - Baja Shrimp Ceviche - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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A go to for us at UTC! Always amazing service with delicious, fresh food every time! I especially love their cocktails, the shark fin was a new favorite but their blood orange margarita is always top notch. The sashimi trio was fresh and well priced and the interior is sleek but still welcoming. Next time you're at UTC, definitely give it a try! read more

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Update: Came back for dinner and we had another great meal here. The service was really great too! Wish I remember our waiter's name. I ordered the Mixed Catch seafood platter with regular fries. So yummy! So much seafood for $24. My friend was pretty happy with her two taco plate too. She has a gluten allergy and they had an entire menu for her. Great happy hour Monday to Friday 3-6pm. Dining out has become quite expensive so it's nice to take advantage of their Happy Hour specials. Tuesdays are also 50% off bottles of wine. The shrimp ceviche and the yellowtail fish ceviche were delicious. The guacamole poke was a bit bland and plain. The crunchy fish taco was good too. It's a fairly large and nicely decorated restaurant. We opted to sit outside on their patio. There are heaters and it's always fun to people watch too. read more

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First all the ambience and service was amazing. The bad review is specifically for the food. We got the pupu platter and poke and ceviche platter and the Brussels, we always like to try as much as we can. The Only stand out was their original poke, that was fresh and delicious. Everything else was lacking majorly. Their other poke had zero flavor, the shrimp was rubber, the seabass had a god awful marinade, the pork belly was ice cold, the Brussels were undercooked and not cut correctly. We ended up sending one platter back but ate the other. I am just so dissapointed at the lack of flavor, we had high hopes. read more

Pacific Catch - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Reservations are highly recommended. It has indoor & outdoor seating. Food and drinks were amazing. The indoor tables can be a little noisy but overall it has a great dining atmosphere. Just be aware the shopping mall charges for parking. read more