Made a reservation well in advance and listed that it was for a birthday. Even made sure to check in with the hostess about the birthday. Watched several tables around us get the birthday experience. We did not. read more

We celebrated our 44th wedding anniversary in this restaurant &had a wonderful time. Food was delicious, service was great, drinks were delicious! The restaurant's vibe was awesome !! I will be back next time I visit Del Mar. read more

Poseidon On The Beach - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

Everything we ordered was very nicely presented and tasted great. Our server was attentive and kind, especially as we waited for the last two to join our party. We had a view of the ocean as the sun was setting and heaters were placed around the balcony to keep us cozy. read more

Such amazing food I had the avocado toast and bacon. Delish. I also recommend the wake up shot which after a night out was desperately needed! read more

Poseidon On The Beach - Avocado toast - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

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First of all a beautiful view of the ocean and sand. The restaurant was busy put we were able to get in for a late breakfast. 4 of us split breakfasts and we were all here for the first time and the food was good. Nils was a good server and always came around to see if we wanted anything else. A short review but well worth going to again. read more

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Okay, Chef Jamal knocked it out of the park. I consider myself a connoisseur of fresh fish because I'm a deep sea angler. Whatever the Chef did to the Halibut was the BEST ever ever! Scallops were perfect...... AMBIANCE is 6 Star and Jimmy the Manager accommodated us in my favorite table. Waiter Brad from Steamboat and I had a lot to talk about! read more

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Had a wonderful family lunch the other day in Del Mar. We sat right on the ocean and enjoyed sashimi, sashimi salad & a terrific sandwich. read more

Poseidon On The Beach - Me, Crystal & Uncle D - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

If you're looking for a fabulous view then this is an amazing spot. Sadly we were disappointed with the food and our service for an upscale restaurant. We rarely saw our server and the response provided when one of my children wanted to order off the kids menu was very disappointing. Drinks, dessert and ambience/view made up for the disappointment. It may have been an off night, I hope the experience for others is phenomenal. read more

As you've probably heard this restaurant is right on the beach. I went for a weekday lunch when it was very uncrowded and it was a delightful experience. The fried calamari appetizer was unique in that the strips of calamari were huge and thick, yet still tender. They should name it steak calamari. I also had the lobster tacos accompanied by a sizable and healthy of salad - it was tasty. Hearty California cuisine and seafood hit the spot. Comic relief came from a seagull that stayed on the wall, seemingly begging for food from diners. read more

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All class at this joint. They even have lights facing the beach so you can see the waves crashing at night. If you don't sit on the patio you're doing it wrong. Even if it's cold they have plenty of heaters. Obviously it's a seafood place but don't be afraid of the beef. I got the braised beef dish which was fantastic. The meat was perfect and the sauce was to die for. If you're worried about breaking the bank stick the domestic beers. Don't come here on a budget just cook at home if you're strapped for cash. Parking is a little tight but the valet is only $7. read more

Poseidon On The Beach - Braised Beef Shortribs, potatoes al gratin - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

My wife and I ordered surf and turf. Out prawns were over cooked. Service is good, except the waitress Claudia support staff was at a 3 star. For spending $300.00, should be 5 stars plus. read more

Beautiful spot with stunning views however we arrived right around 3 and since they were still serving lunch the patio area wasn't open? Which was very odd. But we got a nice window seat. Chips and guacamole were very good, the chips are fresh thick and crispy! The fish tacos did not disappoint. Plus they have valet parking so super convenient beach front place to grab a bite. I deducted 1 star due to the fact they asked us to wrap it up (nicely) because they were going to start serving dinner at 4:30 and needed our table. The restaurant was EMPTY. Just very odd seating situation so just a heads up! read more

Perfect oceanfront dining! Amazing sunset views right from your table. Great cocktails - try the spicy Neptune's Mule. Relaxed but elegant vibe, excellent service. Book ahead for best seats! My favorite beachside dinner spot in San Diego. read more

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One of the best places for a sunset dinner. I've been here so many times over the years and never had a bad experience. They are sometimes full so I'd recommend to reserve but they have a great variety of different food items, healthier and less healthy, all tasting excellent, attentive and friendly staff and an ambiance that cannot be beat, especially if you add the sunset. Prices are typical for the area, not cheap but reasonable and for the experience you get it's appropriate IMO read more

Amazing ocean view. We went midweek for lunch and sat in the bar. Many choices for wine beer and cocktails. An extensive seafood menu. The bartenders on a Tuesday were very attentive and fun loving, and we appreciated that. read more

I was there yesterday for lunch with my friend. I haven't been there for almost two years. I ordered spare ribs with crumb chowder ($35). My friend ordered shrimp scampi with the crumb chowder. I had one bite of my order, and that was yet. I am sorry to say but food tasted awful. I will not go back there. read more

The most beautiful ocean view from the outside patio. It's glass enclosed and directly on the beach! Food was good! Ambience was the focal point and takeaway! read more

Food was really good. If you are looking for a quiet romantic evening, not the best place for that. It was quite loud but we still enjoyed ourselves. Service was good too. read more

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We were seated right away at a beautiful table The service is great. We ordered calamari appetizer, beet salad and sea bass. All the windows are open to the beach... we were lucky enough to finish at sunset! Beautiful views, nice service, food was nice. read more

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Best food in Del Mar, on God (of the Sea.) Though parking is near impossible without valet, the location is great. The patio offers great views of the surf if you can handle the cold (a few heaters would have been nice). Too bad this wasn't Poseidon's big brother Hades. Great service and great food. The spinach and mushroom omelette with Jack and cheddar cheese and savory herbs was so good I didn't hose off my breakfast with ketchup as usual. The Mediterranean omelette (which adds bell pepper, tomato, olive and feta) was good, too. (My uncle and I each had half. He was meditearin it in half.) Both came with breakfast potatoes and toast. My wife liked the avocado toast with perfectly runny fried egg (added) and pickled onions. Though she didn't detect the labneh-ricotta spread or grilled asparagus as detailed on the menu, it had a generous smear of actual avocado and not guacamole. The table shared the flash-fried pistachio brie with fragile crostini, grapes, watercress and jalapeno jerky (better shared with two) to start and a surprise order of (allegedly macadamia- coconut crusted cinnamon brioche) french toast with bananas and berries and whipped cream for the table, so we each got a quadrant. read more

Made a reservation for an early dinner for my husband, daughter and I. My daughter is 2 and this place was kid friendly. They had high chairs and coloring sheets with crayons as well as a kids menu. We were seated outside with a beautiful ocean view and it was perfect since they had heat lamps! My husband and I both ordered drinks (mine was with gin, but tasted like a mojito). We ordered sea bass ceviche to start, beef short ribs and branzino. Baby girl nibbled on our food. Every dish was fantastic. My only complaint was the wait for food was a bit much. The ceviche came out quick but the main entrees took a little longer. The food though, was outstanding. Both dishes were so delicious and perfect. I had mentioned we are celebrating our anniversary in the reservation and the waitress made a nice gesture to remember and brought us some complimentary creme brûlée. That was super delicious and a great way to end a meal. Definitely will recommend this place for a nice meal! The ocean views are stunning especially during the sunset. read more

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We stopped by Poseidon on the way home from a doctor appointment for a moment of zen. Yes, it's expensive, but the food is excellent and you are right on the beach. We opted to park at a metered spot across the street to avoid the $8 valet parking (kinda silly to have valet when it's just a normal parking lot but whatever). We ordered the fish and chips, chowder, and the seafood Cobb. Everything was really good! The seafood Cobb had salmon, shrimp, a scallop, and a white fish on top. It said it had shishito peppers (but I only found one lol). The salmon was out of this world delicious. And there was a ton of seafood on there. All tasted very fresh. The fish and chips were great- more flavor in the batter than most places. Our server was also excellent. The best part is walking on the beach after lunch and looking out at that beautiful ocean. It's a nice place to splurge on lunch. read more

Poseidon On The Beach - Seafood Cobb - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

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My colleague and I had a long work day and did not leave the office until 8:30pm. We were very happy that Poseidon was able to seat us without a reservation. Their kitchen closed at 9pm, but we stayed long past 10pm to enjoy the waves of the ocean and watch the grunions wash to shore. We got a table with a perfect few of the beach. It was beautiful! We ordered 2 glasses of red wine before we decided on seafood, but was good! We ended up ordering 1 LB Lobster Tail Entree & Chilean Seabass to share. It was just the right amount of food and we both enjoyed it very much! read more

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The combination of food, drinks, and beach front location make Poseidon one of my favorite places. Food is fairly priced but quality. My seared Yellowtail was great. I Should have got steak and lobster with the prawns. Looked amazing. I'll be back! read more

Hands down the best Sea Bass Plate I have ever had!!!! So we took a family trip to San Diego and made a reservation at this scenic beach restaurant. We got sea-bass and yellowfin Tuna Salad and both were unbelievably yummy. The sea-bass dish had a creamy white sauce with Fava Beans and Green beans. The fish was perfectly cooked. The salad dressing was sesame infused and made a perfect combination with the seared Tuna! They have valet parking which makes it easier for visitors. Their Bar area is pretty nice if you dont want to eat too. read more

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Because even Papas and Mimis need a break from the precious littles and what better time away than a beachside brunch in Del Mar? Poseidon has been one of our favorite morning spots and the menu has only gotten better since the last time we were here. Our server Jessica kept our glasses full as we brunched it up with a gorgeous seaside view. Beautiful and relaxing .. a four star better than most for Poseidon on The Beach. read more

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An amazing place that overlooks the beach. Phenomenal seafood, service, and atmosphere. The food portions are generous. Romantic and relaxing. They have a cool glass fireplace wall inside by the bar. There are heaters on the patio so no need to worry about temp. Ordered some wine by the glass and the ceviche/crab cakes appetizers which were both great. The ceviche was quite large and came with freshly made tortilla chips and Crab cakes were on the smaller side topped with really yummy thinly sliced apples and had a few sauces smeared on the plate. Had fresh Oysters, steamed clams, and fish and tacos. Delicious!!! Service was excellent! read more

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I came here for lunch and meet my friend. I was expecting to have validated parking because of the prices but you either pay for valet parking or metered parking, which I wasn't happy about. I ordered the fried chicken sandwich that came with fries and it was delicious. We sat outside and watched the people on the beach and the surfers as we ate and chopped it up. I would definitely come back. read more

I have been going to The Poseidon for years on and off. I would say it is a staple restaurant for us San Diego and Del Mar residents it has one of the best if not the best patio dining experiences - with very generous portion sizes - the starters are amazing. I love and think the clams and the ceviche are the best in town and the price is good! Fantastic Land and Sea Bloody Mary- The service is always good and view is ALWAYS SPECTACULAR read more

Poseidon On The Beach - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

Great service with Lila! Derived from the aribic word līlā, which mean play or Devine play. Lila was playful and served with urgency. Knows her craft and would return just to be served by her. The food is also top notch. Ahí nachos are full of flavor and have most elements of nachos except for the cheese. Which would be off putting if it was included on the dish. The calamari is cooked to perfection but the breading was not as crispy as I have had in the past. I would order these again because the meat was not tough or chewy. Great mouth feel when dipped in the sauce. Good dish overall. This would be a great experience on its own, but beach side ambiance makes this a must go to spot in Del Mar. I would give this place my personal stamp of approval. Not an easy thing for me to give. read more

Poseidon On The Beach - Mescal old fashioned and Carlsbad pint. - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

We had dinner with a group of 6 at Poseidon, and it was an amazing experience. Make sure you make a reservation. This is a higher-end restaurant, but the food quality (and ocean view) definitely justify the prices. Everything was delicious from the appetizers to entrees to dessert, and there's an incredible view of the sunset if you sit outside. Also keep in mind that they seem to specialize in seafood, but you can't go wrong with a lot of their choices. For appetizers, we got the bread & spread, garlic steamed clams, and crispy calamari. The seasonal bread was also really yummy and came with sweet butter. Would recommend the clams and seasonal bread. The chilean sea bass seemed to be a popular entree at the restaurant. We tried that, the hokkaido scallops, and the steak special - the steak was delicious. Everything was fresh and tasty. Highly recommend the chocolate lava cake for dessert. We also tried the seasonal gelato. The restaurant was very busy on this Saturday night. Service was fine but not outstanding. Would recommend and would come back! read more

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We had lunch there the other day. my theory is that any restaurant that is near the water usually has the worst most expensive food. I was so delightfully surprised to find this was not the case with Poseidon. I had their seafood cob salad, and my friend had the mahi tacos both were absolutely delicious. The salad came with so much fish. It was unbelievable. I thought the price was extremely fair! Her tacos and the fries were fantastic! The service was a little bit confusing, but in the end, it all worked out well. read more

I came here with a friend for brunch. I highly recommend getting a reservation if you go on the weekend. We had a fantastic table on the patio and the view could not have been better. If only I could say the same for the service and the Bloody mary. I'll start with the service it was horrible. It was probably close to 15 to 20 minutes before anyone even came over to our table. I ordered a bloody Mary and a water. He brings the Bloody Mary but no water. We place our orders I got the eggs benedict which was really good. He does not come back until he drops off our food and still no water so finally then I asked for some no apologies for forgetting or anything. If I have one other thing to say it's do not order the Bloody Mary I believe it was 19 dollars. And it's advertised of having all this stuff on top mine had like two things so I actually asked to get a slice of bacon and a shrimp for it. Because if that's how it's advertised then that's how I want it. And sadly the shrimp in the bacon were the best part because this was one of the worst Bloody Mary's I've ever had. Everywhere I go for brunch or breakfast I order a bloody Mary I love a good bloody Mary bar and know how to make them, and this was absolute garbage. My eggs benedict was good but nothing memorable. You're basically paying for the view. There is a parking lot with valet or pay meters. read more

Poseidon On The Beach - Eggs benedict - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

Food: Delicious & pricey Service: disappointing. It was actually weird because it wasn't that busy, but we never seemed to have a person assigned to our area. It was whoever you could get their attention, perhaps because we were in the bar area, it was pretty strange. Ambiance: if you don't mind ok service, sit outside for an amazing view read more

Poseidon On The Beach - Front of restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

We walked in at 2pm for a late lunch and were greeted by what can only be described as nattering nabobs of negativity telling us where we COULDN'T sit and what we COULDN'T eat. (in a place that was half empty) "If you wait a half hour you can sit there, but if you want to you can sit at the bar but you can only have the bar menu. Do you want to sit outside? Well you CAN't sit outside over there, but you CAN sit on THAT side of outside. blah blah blah..." Then, at the table we were directed to, the waiter wanted to know who sent us -- as if he wasn't sure if we were at the right table for the right menu. I told him, I think we'll go next door to Jakes (another restaurant). And he's like "Is there something wrong?" We assured him everything was just fine. I mean, how does one explain that one's head is about to explode without sounding cray-cray? read more

Poseidon On The Beach - Poseidon Seating Chart? - Seafood Near Me - Del Mar, California

It was my 1st visit dining at this restaurant. I've been drawn to this restaurant after seeing it being advertised in the mail. Today, March 17, 2024 - I came here to celebrate my PRE- birthday tonight. I've ordered calamari that was listed as an appetizer for my dinner and I'll be honest the calamari was a little spicy, but it was tolerable. For Poseidon winning the 2023 award for BEST outdoor dining had to be the 2nd reason for me dining here besides it being on my Bucket List to have dined here. My friends absolutely loved this restaurant ., thanks to our waitress Lilah for taking good care of us from uncorking our wine and just making sure we had a good time dining in for dinner. Thank you so very much Poseidon for making my birthday EXTRA special read more

Came to Poseidon for a birthday dinner. Besides, the outstanding weather and beautiful ocean breeze, the view and service is one of the best in Del Mar. I started with a calamari dish that uses semolina encrusted steak strips with the lemon grass dipping sauce, and that's laid on a bed of pickled vegetables with a Thai sweet and spicy sauce. When you mix all of the flavors together, it is such a refreshing change to the typical cocktail sauce or Thai chili sauce that normally accompany calamari appetizers. Next, I had a bowl of clam chowder. Served New England style with one of their signature biscuits. All I can say is it's exceptional. See pictures of the of the entrées that we ordered and all were excellent. Scott was our main server, and I can't say enough about his attention to detail. This is one of the restaurants on the beach that you won't be disappointed in the quality of food and service such a get. Bon appétit. read more

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A M A Z I N G! So, so good. We were a large group and everything was fantastic. The drinks-perfect, appetizers- fantastic, entrees-delicious. Everyone loved their meals. The big hits were the Calamari, Sea Bass, Seafood Cioppinni, and their sorbet. With a large group, all of our food arrived together, hot, and perfect! The atmosphere and staff were wonderful. Highly recommend read more

Me and my husband went to lunch here last week Tuesday 8/19 First and foremost all I want to say that you guys are one of our favorite restaurants in San Diego and I recommend you all the time. After today's experience I wouldn't!! I wanted to give you a chance to address this before leaving a review, and emailed you through Yelp last week Tuesday and haven't heard back. So here is my review. Glenn was our bartender and he was awesome, so the complaint is not about him. he bought us a round of drinks, to make up for the bad food experience. He gets 5 from us for his service, friendliness and professionalism. But sadly I still left without lunch. Our complaint is about whoever worked in the kitchen today. We ordered the clams, which were delicious. Then we ordered the cob salad and paid 3$ extra to have it split in the kitchen. First attempt was great but except I had asked no bleu cheese on my half and the bartender did put that in when he ordered. So no big deal we send mine back and they remade it. By then my husband finished his, i didn't want him to wait and eat cold fish and seafood. Second attempt mine comes out. Looks ok, I start eating, salad is drenched and seafood is cold and they gave me smallest piece of fish and when I asked, another of your bartenders also thought that was weird and took it to get it fixed. But then he came back and said that the chef was adamant that nothing was wrong with it. So my husband got 2 pieces of fish and when they brought my half the first time it also had 2 pieces of fish and suddenly it has a sad bite size piece. It almost feels like they rinsed the blue cheese of the seafood and what they couldn't get off just tossed. Kind of explained why it was all cold!!! read more

I love Poseidon. It is pricey, but food and views are worth it especially since it's on the beach. We saw dolphins at dinner last night! Our group got the scallops, sea bass, cioppino, seafood boat (oyster, ceviche was delicious, shrimp & ahi tuna), lava cake, creme brûlée, and tres leche special. Everything was amazing. Appetizers were $20-30 and entrees were $40-80. Love the drink Blt Elk Cove Pinot Blanc :) read more

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