This was my first time trying this place and I came in with high expectations after doing my…read moreresearch. The restaurant itself looked clean, which was a good first impression. Unfortunately, the service completely ruined the experience. I placed my order online four hours in advance because I have a long drive back home to Julian and just wanted to pick it up and go. When I arrived, there was no greeting from staff, no clear pickup line, and no acknowledgment of customers waiting. The staff seemed to have tunnel vision, only focusing on what was directly in front of them while ignoring everyone else. After standing there for quite a while, I finally had to ask about my order. Instead of it being ready like it should have been, they hadn't even started making it. I ended up waiting over 30 minutes in line for something that was ordered hours earlier. What made it worse was when the mistake became obvious, no one apologized or acknowledged the inconvenience. The staff acted like it was no big deal and showed zero professionalism or accountability. I don't come into the city often, but when I do I like to try new places. Sadly, this experience was disappointing and the customer service was extremely poor. I would honestly say save your time and money and go somewhere that actually values their customers--especially in this economy. Time is money, and money is time. If a restaurant doesn't respect your time, they're definitely not going to respect your money. As for the food, it was very basic and lacked flavor. They were also very stingy with the sauce, which made the bowl even more dry and underwhelming. Overall, between the poor service, long wait despite ordering hours ahead, lack of accountability from staff, and mediocre food, this place was a big disappointment. I will not be coming back. There are plenty of better places that actually value their customers. Thank you and have a nice day.

I've given this place so many chances due to their consistently high reviews, but I must be missing…read moresomething or just unlucky. Their fish quality was kind of gross last time, and they tend to over sauce everything else. I could not finish my bowl or even take more than 3 bites of my food. I did order the food about an hour before closing, but if the fish is going to decrease in quality THAT much, it is best to close earlier! I've also been many times in the morning and/or mid day and yet, still equally as unimpressed. At what point do you just admit it's not worth giving extra chances to anymore?

Still one of the best 'fast food' Poki places I've been to. Top notch service too - they went the…read moreextra mile with our order - tip them well! Fish is excellent at this location. Love the seaweed salad - the rice, the quinoa, all the fresh veggie choices - just excellent all around!! And if you get there early, you can grab a seat outside and people-watch.

This man brought in his non service dog and was Jumping on the counters multiple times! Instead of…read morethe employees asking him to leave the poor scared dog had to wait for the owner to order and pay. And then the other employee went and pet the dog and went back to making food, I was so grossed out I left without being able to finish my food

The poke here is seriously so good, some of the best I've ever had; Super fresh, great toppings,…read moreand everything just tasted really clean and flavorful. It's in a great spot too, and there's a nice front patio area off the sidewalk that's perfect for hanging out while you eat. Only thing that threw it off a little was the vibe from the person working-he didn't seem overly excited to be there, but hey, we all have off days. Definitely will be visiting this joint again

Really good!! I ordered a large poke bowl and it came with plenty of fish, all super fresh and the…read morequality was great. Their shrimp in particular are a lot better than other places'. The only reason I'm removing a star is that their prices are on the high side plus they charge extra for toppings like seaweed salad that typically are free.

I have been looking for an easily accessible yummy & fresh poke downtown and I finally found one! I…read moregot a build your own poke bowl and got salmon tuna and spicy tuna as my proteins mixed with level 3 house sauce! Its not the best I've ever had but it's the best I've ever had DOWNTOWN! Only complaint i have is the price is kinda high for the quantity you get but I get it. We are in an inflation lol

I wasn't expecting to find a poke place next to petco park, but I found this place close to our…read moreparking lot. Gregory was so welcoming and helped me try out a crab and poke bowl. I've never had this combo and it tasted so good! I even treated myself with some coconut ice cream, it was sweet! I enjoyed the food and hospitality. This was right before the Padres game btw, I appreciated it

Ended up here a few times as the Westin was my home for the San Diego Comic Con. Met the core of…read morethe bartending team and they were all aces! Friendly. Knowledgeable. Helpful. Cheerful. I could go on but know that because of them, I went back more than a few times. Four times in five days. One of those days was for breakfast. Two meals. Mostly drinks. See pics. The bar and dining area are clean open and in the Westin's lobby area on the way to the elevators. The food was great and I enjoyed the "adult" beverages I had. Several pics didn't make the cut as I started in on them before the camera got a chance to do its thing. What surprised me more than the decent food was the whiskey selection. Had a few pours I hadn't tried before. My liver was doing a happy dance this Comic Con. And I'd definitely drop in again even if I'm not staying at the property.

Ernesto was incredibly attentive and helpful picking dinner and drinks. As someone who travels…read moreoften, his customer service and attention to details was 10/10. The drinks were superb, the food delicious. (Tequila lime Alfredo) I will be back for this service!

We love Blue Water! We like to get to the restaurant 15minutes before it opens to get in line. The…read moreplace gets so crowded. The staff will take your order and assign you a table, so do not grab a table without their approval. The seafood all taste fresh. We love the halibut plate with lemon garlic butter. For the fish and chips, the red snapper with panko crust is our family favorite over the beer battered. Tip: we went at 2:30p thinking it is after the lunch rush, but the line was out the door on Sunday. We will stick to 15mins before they open.

I picked my folks up from the airport after their trip to Alaska and my mom was hangry because she…read morehad not eaten since breakfast. I asked her what she wanted and she said, "seafood", so I immediately thought of Blue Water, and we drove right over. We parked at a metered spot nearby & walked in at 5pm. Do note that there is no dedicated parking for Blue Water, so at busy times it may be tricky to find a spot, but we had no trouble today. In the main dining ordering area & on the side patio, there were a few tables that were occupied, but there was no ordering line. All of us wanted shrimp today apparently, so my dad and I both got a shrimp taco with lemon garlic butter & my hungry mom got the shrimp platter also with lemon garlic butter. The platter came with 8 shrimp, jasmine rice, and a lovely, fresh garden salad. The server who took our order and brought it out to us was very helpful & nice. They have a ton of fresh seafood on offer though so if shrimp is not your thing, there will likely be another delightful offering from the sea that will suit your fancy. We sat in the side patio area and it was very pleasant. We enjoyed our experience this evening very much! The tacos were big and had more than 5 shrimp in them, plus cabbage, pico, cheddar cheese & white sauce. One taco was pretty decently sized. If I'd been hungrier, two tacos would've been perfect, but today, I was happy with one taco. Yum! Mom enjoyed her platter. It was beautifully prepared. Blue Water also has a decent soft drink selection and beers and wine, but we all just had their water and it was very refreshing! :) By the time we left at 5:45, a line was forming out the door, so we really came out at a good time. Peace!

Such a cool friendly vibe! Stopped in for quick brunch on Father's Day! Fiona was our bartender and…read moreshe's the cutest! Oh and chilaquiles were amazing, best I've ever had!

Came here for a Birthday dinner last Saturday night with a large group (~20+ people), the food and…read moredrinks were amazing and can't say enough how much I appreciate the staff and service here. Ruby was the first person I spoke with when I initially called, and she was lovely. The general manager Amber made planning easy - there were no deposits or minimums, I was able to order platters in advance, and she was great with communication. When I mentioned that the group loved Rumplemintz shots, Amber even set some aside after ordering extra bottles (and had it cold and ready when we came in). I was able to meet and thank Amber after we first came in, and she was so warm and welcoming and even gave us a few Rumplemintz shots on the house to kick things off (thank you again, Amber!). The reviews don't lie in terms of how good the food here is. When we arrived a little early, they had our platters ready almost immediately and kept them well-heated. We had platters of the sticky garlic wings and a mix of the garlic and regular fries, and ordered pretzels and queso and the elote dip à la carte for the tables. Everything was amazing and the sticky garlic wings and garlic fries were such a hit that we ordered a few extra plates of them as well (even though the platters were perfect for our group size). EVERYONE raved about them. We had a small amount left to bring home that were enjoyed the next evening and were still amazing after being reheated. A few people in our party got additional food items as well (burgers) and they were hits as well. The drinks were also phenomenal, with a special shoutout for the espresso martini and the Purple Haze mocktail (that a few folks liked so much they got an alcoholic version). We had a person in our group who can't drink and it was nice to see how inclusive they are with having a few signature mocktail options. The pricing was very reasonable, especially for the platters (they were perfectly sized, and we only ordered a little extra because the food was so good and we'd wanted to take some home). Highly recommend getting platters with a larger group here - you can pre-order and they keep everything well-heated for you the whole time. Most importantly, this place is a vibe and every single staff member we interacted with was SO KIND and accommodating. The service was top-notch and I wish I had everyone's names to thank them individually (thanks to everyone working Saturday, 8/1 evening!). We had the best time and Werewolf couldn't have been a more perfect place to host a Birthday dinner.

I was craving a Caesar salad on this warm day and was walking around trying to decide where to eat…read morewhen I remembered Mendocino Farms. I ordered the Modern Caesar ($11.95) and added chicken ($3.95), and it was exactly what I was looking for. The restaurant has a bright, welcoming atmosphere with plenty of natural light and a casual, upbeat vibe that makes it a great spot for lunch. It felt clean, comfortable, and inviting, whether you're dining in or grabbing something to go. The salad was fresh, crisp, and full of flavor, with the perfect balance of creamy dressing, parmesan, and crunchy toppings. Adding the chicken made it satisfying without feeling too heavy. It was exactly what I needed and gave me the right amount of fuel to keep going with the rest of my day. I've tried several other menu items here before and have always had great experiences, but this Caesar salad was exactly what I was craving. The service was also excellent. They took our order right away, and a team member was actively checking every order to make sure everything was accurate and running smoothly. It made the whole experience feel efficient and seamless. If you're looking for a fresh, satisfying lunch in a welcoming atmosphere, this is definitely a great choice.

There is so much to see in San Diego and I have lived here my whole life. But I feel like even the…read morenormal food chains the area just makes it sooo much better! This place has great open concept. All open windows throughout I love this downtown location. It's super clean inside and definitely well kept. I usually order online but we decided to eat inside today, it was great we ordered and our food came out super fast. My go too is always the chimichurri sandwich and a side of spicy curry couscous. Bad side as usual for downtown parking is never fun. lol.