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    Sally's

    3.9 (1.4k reviews)
    PriceySeafood, American, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Baja Seafood Cobb Salad with scallops and shrimp
    Gayle S.

    Came here during a conference with my colleagues and sat outside on the patio. The weather was perfect and the service was helpful without being overbearing. We had a variety of dishes between us and all and there were no complaints. The salad I ordered was well perfectly with perfectly seared scallops, tender shrimp, and a butter lettuce with plenty of toppings. It was plenty to enjoy as a full meal. The seafood sampler was also a hit and was well fresh and prepared with a nice presentation. We tried several nearby restaurants during the conference and this was probably our top pick. I'd recommend making reservations since they do fill up with conferences, but it wasn't too busy when we went.

    Grilled Spanish Octopus
    Justin C.

    Sally's is just a stones throw from Seaport Village right by the Grand Hyatt. Came here for lunch on an early lunch Sunday at 11:30 am. This is an upscale seafood restaurant in the most quintessential downtown San Diego location. For food the highlight was the Fish and Chips which came at the recommendation of our waiter. While they are pricey at $35 I knew I had to try them when I saw they were made from Sea-bass as opposed to the usual cod. They were absolutely delicious, with juicy tender fish and a crispy exterior. Our fries had room for improvement, we got the ends of the fries which were a bit over crunchy and a little disappointing for a restaurant at this price point. The other highlight was the octopus which was sublime: fresh, just chewy enough, and bursting with flavor. The lobster roll was solid and the crab cakes were ok. Service was attentive and knowledgeable. I would definitely come back for that sea-bass fish and chips!

    Side salad
    Kandy F.

    We came to Seaport Village to check out all the shops and restaurants. Once we got hungry we checked out Yelp for guidance. Sally's won the vote!! As we entered, we were greeted with a smile. We were quickly seated inside. The tables with the view of the water were taken. We ended up ordering the crab cakes, the grass fed burger with bacon, and a side salad. All were really good. We've enjoyed other menu items before. The Chilean Sea Bass, the Ribeye, and the bread has been delicious as well. Overall, it was a success! All the staff were very friendly and welcoming. The restaurant was very well maintained and nautical. They have a nice bar as well. We will be back soon.

    Tracy N.

    We had dinner at Sally's while visiting the area. The food came out pretty fast, which was nice. Overall the food was good, but a bit on the salty side. The clam chowder was quite salty, and I also tried the kids' burger that I ordered for my daughter and it was a little salty as well. One thing we really enjoyed was the signature bread and butter. It was simple but very good and a great start to the meal. I think many people come here more for the drinks and the nice view. For us, we were just looking for a good dinner after a long day out. Overall it was an okay experience, but the seasoning could be better.

    Soda water
    Soo H.

    I was on jury duty and visiting place downtown for lunch.  Sally's is near a trolley stop so I dropped by. I ordered the fish and chips.  Batter was thin and crunchy.  The mix of salt and pepper perfectly accentuated the mild chilean sea bass.  Loved the fresh, tender, moist, and flaky sea bass.  Fries were big and full of fried potato flavor.  This is one of my favorite places to get fish and chips. Complimentary soda water was delicious.  Bubbly with a clean flavor that went down smooth.  Some places have soda water that have a bit of a bitter flavor or aftertaste but not here.  This is one of the best. Staff was nice and service speedy.  There is a nice view of the marina.  Very relaxing spot for lunch.

    Baja Bowl
    Matthew C.

    Came here for lunch on a Sunday with the dog. Nice touch having a menu just for dogs. Restaurant is actually part of the Hyatt, seafood based. 4 entrees and 2 glasses of wine ran about $200 so keep that in mind. Portions are pretty good as well left full. Lobster roll was a little low on lobster. Seafood sampler was great and nice unique flavors. Chicken sandwich wasn't anything special nor was their poke bowl. Service is great and nice environment being right there on the edge of the water. Overall not a bad spot to stop by and check out.

    Robert F.

    Probably one of the worst restaurant experiences I've ever had. The food itself wasn't the main issue--it was the service and overall attitude. The staff came off like they were doing us a favor just by letting us eat there. Super unwelcoming vibes, almost like they didn't need or want our business. Honestly, this place needs a full retrain on how to treat customers. Dining out should feel inviting, not like you're inconveniencing the staff. Save yourself the frustration and pick literally any other spot. Do yourself a favor--skip Sally's. Terrible terrible terrible.

    Harvest Salad
    C. E.

    Food: great, non fussy food. Items are as described per the menu, you get what you pay for. It's a little expensive but we appreciated that it was relatively casual, uncomplicated food. Service: decent and went very well Ambiance: good location with quieter settings in the afternoon during the weekday. Good place for business lunches.

    Kelly L.

    Sally's is across from the water, nice setting! We came for a nice lunch. The food and service were good but there are better options around. The Cobb salad was nice and refreshing, all the seafood cooked perfectly. The lobster roll was tasty and nice big pieces of lobster. The kids meal was KRAFT MAC N CHEESE!!! Had we known this we definitely wouldn't have ordered it! Also I seemed to have missed all the signs about the 6% service charge for nothing! Really disappointing way to end the meal.

    Blackened Swordfish!
    Kelci S.

    We had a nice dinner at Sally's. My husband picked this restaurant solely for the doggy menu and the view of the marina. Our puppy girl just turned 10 years old, so we wined and dined her! I saw a lot of mixed reviews, and was a little skeptical about what to expect. We dined on the patio, and really enjoyed ambiance. For starters, if you park in the lot on the left upon entering the marina, Sally's will not validate that parking. However, they validate parking if you park at The Grand Hyatt. The food is a bit pricey here, so expect a hefty bill if you plan on having a few cocktails. The branzino & swordfish were cooked well, and the sides were seasoned to our liking. Honestly, the star of the show was the tropical cheesecake. My husband said it may be in his top 5 cheesecakes of all time. Our puppy girl also enjoyed her surf & tarf entree. We always include her, and are happy they gave us a pup menu for her. We had a quaint evening at Sally's!

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    We love coming to Sally's as a family for a special occasion like a new job or Mother's Day! We had a lovely early Sunday dinner complete with the Padres winning game on the TVs! We enjoyed the burger, blackened halibut sandwich, lobster roll, chicken sandwich and fish tacos, the quality is always great as well as the service! We celebrated Mother's Day with the tres leches mousse which was delicious! Overall a solid restaurant to come to for great eats and a great view of the San Diego marina!

    Fish & Chips
    Pat F.

    We dined here for lunch right after church to celebrate our 34th wedding anniversary. Sally's has one of the best views of the Embarcadero Marina and the San Diego weather couldn't be more beautiful. IMPT: If you park at the Hyatt hotel's self-parking, Sally's will validate your parking ticket. We were one of the first patrons to check in after they opened and were sat at what we believe is their nicest table (on the corner inside the restaurant but in their covered patio right next to the boardwalk). We were served by Frank who was excellent, and provided the BEST service to us during our entire lunch. We started with an order of their house bread and stuffed mushrooms to eat, combined with a revolver cocktail & Heineken zero beer to drink. For our lunch, my wife & I shared their delicious fish & chips which we've had before. It's one of the most tastiest fish & chips we've ordered. To wrap up, our server Frank surprised us with a "Happy Anniversary" flourless chocolate cake which was very tasty. As great as our food was (and I hope I clearly conveyed how delicious all our food tasted), our table location and Frank's service surpassed the food. So much so, that we want to return and bring friends of ours to try their dinner menu. We're not huge fans of corporate, franchise, or hotel collaboration restaurants, but we honestly think Sally's is one of San Diego's best kept secrets that fly under the radar but are actually very delicious establishments which have excellent servers, and are lucky to have a great view of our city's best waterfront views.

    Drink menu
    Vicky B.

    We were exploring San Diego, on the trolley tours and came to this area to grab a bite because we were all hungry. As it was mother's day, Sally's had a mother's day menu which was nice! We decided to order just some light bites because we were planning to grab other foods to eat throughout the Trolley Tour. The guys ordered a beer flight, and I got a mimosa. Foodwise- My fiance and I ordered the swordfish, my sister and her husband ordered the steak and eggs, and my parents ordered the burger with fries and we got the oysters for the table to share. Everything tasted so good and I'd definitely want to come back when I come back to the San Diego area! Service was great and our total came out to $225. We noticed a print error because the menus said the oysters were $21 but their system was $23 so we got that corrected luckily before we paid. Great for groups and special occasions!

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