FANTASTIC! Absolutely will visit this place every time I'm in the area. I've already spread the word to a bunch of family and friends. This is very high on my list. Before I get started on the hundreds of amazing things to say about this place, let's start off with one "annoying" thing. It was hard to find. There were absolutely no signs in the hotel pointing you to where the restaurants would be. We also asked several hotel staff members and got even more confused. Once we found the little strip of several restaurants, we accidentally walked right past it thinking it was apart of the NoBu restaurant. Now that I know where it is, I'll know exactly where to go. Let's talk about all the GOOD! The view was beautiful. There were lots of kids playing on the grass in front of the restaurant but the way they set up the place, it wasn't loud at all and cute to see. The staff members were on top of their game. Nothing went unnoticed! They all worked as a team. The Knowledge about the restaurant, the food, and the drinks was very impressive. Even if you couldn't decide, they would happily guide you to make the right choices. - I want to give a shoutout to Mark our waiter. He was an absolute delight. He was witty, knowledgeable, lead us in the right direction, and spoiled us for our birthday celebration dinner. He made the experience 10x better. About the food...I'm still thinking about the delicious food they served and it's been weeks since I was there. I want to put extra attention on the halibut ceviche, WOW! That needs to be a staple is you visit, it's a must try. Also please don't ever take this off the menu! I would solely travel out here just for the alone and buy 5 at a time (yes it was that good). The sauce they put it in makes my mouth water just thinking about it. Everything here is very unique and worth it. There wasn't one bad food item at all. Plus the drinks, were so smooth. If for whatever reason you wanted to alter your drink (like someone at my party did) they were happy to accommodate and then they also executed perfectly. It is a little bit on the pricier side, but once you experience the service, the extra care, and the delicious food you can confidently say it's worth it. I hope more people experience this place, they deserve more than five stars. read more

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Perfect location with ocean views. They validated 1/2 the parking which was nice. It was extremely loud even though the restaurant wasn't full. The service wasn't consistent. We had 3 people ask our water preference, one server started to take our order then realized not their table, we had someone ask if we wanted to switch tables but hadn't asked? The lobster Benedict was very good. The pitaquiles ratio was off with way too many chips. You are paying for the location and historic hotel not so much the food and service. read more

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Horrible service! I called in because I had a dairy allergy, asked if the chicken entree was dairy free...she said yes so we showed up to our reservation and got seated. The server let us know that the chicken was marinated in yogurt...okay. I proceed by asking if we can have just hummus as an appetizer and not the mezze (it comes with a another dip we didn't want) the server said yes but when the app came it was the mezze just with 2 hummus dishes instead. By the way it was just me and my husband...not 10 people. Papatas bravas - told her I am okay with aioli on the side. First time we got the dish it was SMOTHERED in the aioli...looked gross. They fixed it by bringing deep fried potato's out w the sauce in the size. It was unhealthy how much oil these had in them. Bad service, and communication. Won't ever come back! read more

Serea Coastal Cuisine - Seafood Near Me - Coronado, California

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For the record, I'm not one of those people who only leaves one star yelp reviews, I'm usually pretty positive and fair. Based on the price point of the menu, I was excited for this dinner. I left feeling disappointed. Let's start with the good: - Atmosphere: Beautifully designed interior and outdoor tables get a great view of the ocean and courtyard of the hotel - Sides / Apps: Brussels sprouts, patatas bravas, and halibut ceviche were all delicious The bad: - Service: the service was good at the beginning, but the waiter brought the wrong seafood platter (we asked for wood fired specifically, he brought raw). Time in between visits and check-ins was noticeably long. - Entree: I got the wood fired fish, which was Spanish sea bass (I'm blanking on the actual name). It tastes good but was dry. At $60 / lb I was hoping for more The ugly: - Seafood Tower: I am a huge seafood fan and this was what I was looking forward to the most. The waiter brought out the cold one even though we requested the wood fired. This was corrected fairly quickly which I respect, but the product was the sore spot. The shrimp was actually really good, as was the king crab leg (or half, I should say. For $180 I was expecting more than just one bite per person). Lobster was also an embarrassing amount. Oysters were inedible. You can see my photos to see what I'm talking about. read more

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Had a great experience here. We sat inside and the atmosphere is bright, light, and beachy. The service was great and the food was great too. We tried several dishes from different parts of the menu (see photos). read more

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Seréa at Hotel del Coronado A Five-Star Coastal Experience We had an absolutely outstanding five-star meal at Seréa, the oceanfront restaurant at the iconic Hotel del Coronado (right next to Nobu). The setting was breathtaking...! Sweeping views of the Pacific, elegant coastal decor, string lights, and swaying palms creating the perfect atmosphere for a special evening. Our cocktails were light, refreshing, and beautifully balanced, made with freshly muddled berries. Service from Brett was impeccable from start to finish; warm, attentive, and professional. Instead of the usual appetizer + entrée route, we decided to build our entire meal around a selection of appetizers so we could sample more dishes. It was an excellent choice! Variety really is the spice of life. We started with the house sourdough focaccia: warm, spongy, and perfectly golden, served with a flavorful dipping sauce that we couldn't stop eating. The crispy saganaki was golden and addictive, with bright, complementary flavors. The crispy calamari was light, perfectly fried, and tossed with capers, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon-chili aioli. We finished with the garlic harissa chicken kabob: tender, well-seasoned chicken with a tangy harissa yogurt, served with warm flatbread and roasted vegetables. Every bite was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully executed. From the stunning ocean views and creative coastal cuisine to the warm hospitality, Seréa delivered a memorable experience. Highly recommended! We'll definitely be back! read more

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Enjoyed dinner last night with a group of health care colleagues and tried the octopus , tuna tartar, the halibut ceviche, and a Mediterranean style salad for starters. All of which were very flavorful. Personally the octopus was a bit too salty and fishy for my taste but all still very refreshing. For the main course, I enjoyed the steak but would have probably gone with the chicken as it was more flavorful. Steak was cooked well but lacked some flavor. Service was great. Fully staffed front entrance and plenty of servers. Drinks were phenomenal. We were all sat inside which I recommend if the suns out as it provides great shade with a spectacular view but for later hours, the outside seating is amazing. The location is nicely located near the beach and there's plenty to see while enjoying some great company or a great cocktail. Would still come again to try other things on the menu. read more

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It's a nice space with indoor and outdoor seating. Service, from Lisa, was great. Everything else was a disappointment. Drinks were good but took forever to get to the table. And then there was the food. Menu all sounded great but this kitchen isn't up to the task, and relys on salt to make up for shortcomings. Octopus was so salty it was inedible. Soup was equally salty and, at nearly $30 for a cup, is ridiculously over-priced. Swordfish Tacos had good flavot but were so light on fillings that it was a joke. Maybe, MAYBE, an ounce if fish per 'taco.' Only dish that was halfway decent was Lobster Rigatoni. Still salt forward, but good spice. Would definitely not recommend this place and won't go back. read more

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Five stars for the view, food and service. Two stars for the children (about 30 of them) screaming and running all over the lawn. I get it the families are paying to stay here but can they find somewhere else to rough house other than in front of dinner guests who are paying $200 or more a head ? One star slash negative stars for the parking. $49 for two hours is criminal. Now for the food. The halibut ceviche was lovely and so was the steak tartare. I love that it's served with chips instead of heavy bread like some places. I got a side of bone marrow as well. Five stars for food and service, with the other two issues that lands them at a solid 3.75. Would come back, just go through the hassle to street park. read more

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Beautiful restaurant in the Del with a view of the outdoor patio and ocean in the back. We went on Mother's Day and still had to wait about 25 min even though we had a reservation. The online ad on their website said that there would be flower crowns for mothers, but the no one seemed to have any awareness about that addition. Otherwise, the food tasted great - the star of the show was the hummus in the mezze platter. read more

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Coronado Island is not only one of my favorite places in California but also one of my favorites in the entire nation. It beckons to me like a siren beckons the crew of a ship and is one of the few places I feel at peace. It is also one of my favorite places to spend my birthdays and was exactly the setting of my 41st birthday weekend driving down from Los Angeles with my boyfriend. While strolling the beach by the Hotel del Coronado; it was time to decide on my first birthday dinner of the weekend and Serea (which translates to both 'mermaid' and 'siren'); lived up to its moniker and beckoned us into its beauty. Serea sits beachside by the Hotel del Coronado with walk up access offering both outdoor and indoor dining options (but, come on: this is Coronado! Of course you must eat outdoors!). We arrived on a very congested Friday night but Serea had a table for us in about 20 minutes and were very pleased to learn we were celebrating my birthday. Our table sat on the back patio with a clear view of the ocean and masterpiece canvas of oranges, pinks and yellows of the setting sun that flowed into the candles/ dim lights of Serea. I am sure Serea is gorgeous at all times of day; but I absolutely recommend it at night, especially for a romantic date night. We were greeted by an extremely friendly server (forget his name but he had sleeve tattoos on both arms) who immediately mentioned my birthday before boasting of some of Serea's key dishes. Executive chef Jojo Ruiz - who has more accolades than I have room to type here - offers a surf and turf style menu with a Mediterranean finish using local and ethically sourced ingredients. Be prepared to struggle in what to choose as everything sounds divine! While we contemplated what to order; we put in our cocktail order of a Lavender Moscow Mule (Ciroc Vodka, Pavan, Lavender, Ginger beer, lemon - $24) for me and Passion Star (Tanqueray Gin, passion fruit liquor, Chandon, Citrus foam) for my beau. The cocktails were as beautiful in presentation as Coronado itself and I absolutely adored my Lavender Moscow Mule which was forward on the lavender (exactly how I like it) but without skimping on alcohol. The Passion Star was not too fruity and refreshing with it's tropical notes and delicate foam. For my birthday dinner #1, we started with the Halibut Ceviche (cucumber, lime, avocado, serrano peppers, marinated in Coconut Leche de Tigre - $29) and the House Sourdough Focaccia for my boyfriend (I am Celiac). For my meal, I decided on an appetizer (I was trying to not gain too much weight on my little mini vacation and failed anyway!) of the Grilled Spring Salad (grilled radiccho, fennel, broad bean, whipped goat cheese, smoked almonds, saba vinaigrette - $26) while my love ordered the Grilled Lamb Chops (marble potatoes, mustard greens, charred eggplant puree, chermoula - $69). As expected, the plating at Serea is pure art and upscale but still with the relaxing, coastal island vibes that makes Coronado such a heavenly destination. The Halibut Ceviche was served with a tortilla vassal and coconut-y but spicy with the peppers dancing in a symphony on the tongue with the halibut. The House Sourdough Focaccia was a HUGE brick-sized bread and was loved by my boyfriend. I tried the herb butter served alongside and it was so good, I would have purchased that butter to take home. My Grilled Spring Salad was a perfect mixture of a warm salad but with the coolness of goat cheese with flavors that both stand out and work together in harmony. And last but certainly NOT least: the Grilled Lamb Chops are delicious with its sauce accent and potatoes. Serea is NOT cheap; but the food delivers making the prices somewhat understandable. For dessert, my boyfriend chose the Basque Cheesecake (strawberry preserve, macerated strawberries). Serea also surprised me for my birthday with Salted Caramel ice cream (gluten free-friendly) with a candle. The cheesecake was MASSIVE in size with a charred top, ricotta style. Perfect for those who like their cheesecakes dense and thick. The birthday ice cream was AMAZING and some of the best salted caramel ice cream I've had and I've had a lot! The main issue at Serea was that the food took FOREVER to come to our table. My boyfriend may have aged 20 years before his lamb chops arrived and the cheesecake took so long that you would think they were making an entire cheesecake fresh (come on, you know you only had to slice it - what is taking so long?!). We were never even visited by the server to apologize for the wait. I understand that Serea was busy but this was still disproportionately long. The check also took a snail's pace to arrive. Serea has one of the best dining atmospheres (I would return solely for this) with delicious, artful food and pleasant customer service. On the negative, it is a pricey and the food takes too long to arrive. Despite these flaws, Serea is wonderful and absolutely recommended while in Coronado. read more

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Great food with romantic warm ambiance overlooking the ocean and the winter ice skating rink! Halbut ceviche was an our favorite dish of the meal and we found it deliciously refreshing and light. The grilled octopus was good but some bites were slightly too salty. The lamb chops were tender and flavorful! read more

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Serea is located on the ocean side of Hotel Del Coronado and has a lovely view from their large dining patio. It's a large, bright, open restaurant with a modern Mediterranean theme. The service was friendly and welcoming. We started with lobster bisque and wood grilled octopus. The bisque was good and had a good amount of lobster chunks. The octopus was super tender and tasty. It was served with potatoes which makes it a filling appetizer. For entrees we ordered the spicy lobster rigatoni which had generous chunks of lobster and was very rich. We also had the chicken kebab which is technically an appetizer. It was served on a flatbread with a few pearl onions, cherry tomatoes, and micro greens. The chicken was tender and marinated in harissa. Overall everything went well. The main attraction I would say is the view. read more

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Had a really nice dining experience at Serea Hotel Del Coronado. Made reservations the day before for a party of 3. We didn't really have any preference for seating, we were sat in their outdoor dining / patio and it was a vibe. A really really chill SD night kind of vibe. We decided to share a variety of oysters, the crispy calamari (delicious and loved the bed of arugula), greek fries (tzatziki and feta), patatas bravas, Greek style grilled chicken, and buttered pasta for the kids. Great dining experience. Good food. Amazing service. read more

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A great experience, outstanding food and highly recommended if you get a chance to go BUT just be prepared to pay for outrageous parking IF you have to park at the hotel. GEEZUS WOW... HOLY FREAKING STICKER SHOCK it's expensive! read more

Never again! Terrible experience. 2 rude disorganized hostesses. Waited 20 minutes to be seated for our reservation. Octopus tough and chewy. Fish tacos served on hard tacos inedible. Worst dining experience ever! read more

Slow poor service. Food is so so. Took over 1 hour 50 minutes to bring the main course. One and done, never again.

There's really no better way to describe Serea other than as the most overpriced and unprofessional operation imaginable. For being one of the premier restaurants at 'The Del', it's run by a bunch of FOH and BOH clowns. We had a reservation and requested to be seated indoors, and we watched not one, not two, but three back-and-forth conversations that the hostess had to have with the manager in order to make that happen. The crowd here consists mostly of pretentious and obnoxious rich people, and the decor is Pottery Barn Coastal Chic. We got a crappy table and that intro to Serea pretty much dictated how the rest of the night went. It took our waitress almost 15 minutes to come and acknowledge our existence, and while she was very nice and actually seemed competent at her job, it was clear she was in the weeds and couldn't handle her section. We got two $23 cocktails that had clearly spilled on their way to the table; the gimlet was OK and the Old Fashioned could have been made by your local Irish bar. For apps, we started with the grilled octopus and the swordfish "tacos." They put the octopus plate down and said, "Careful, it's really hot," which is code for: "this has been sitting under a heat lamp for a while." So, no surprise, the meat was rubbery and the tentacles were like slime. There was so much raw onion on top of everything it was absurd. At least the potatoes were cooked correctly! The pita of the taco was from a supermarket and while the sauce and fish weren't bad, there was, again, a mountain of raw thinly sliced red onion that overwhelmed everything. For mains, we do have to say the crusted seared tuna was the one decent dish of the evening. It was cooked correctly and we enjoyed the accompanying dolmas. Our daughter got a fish and chips where the breading on the fish immediately fell off. Even an 8-year old can tell when there's a fool running the kitchen and observed with some chagrin that "there's more chips than fish." The biggest sin, though, was the avgolemono--which was saltier than the ocean outside--and had zero lemon and zero dill. It was a $32 bowl of brown salt water with some chicken floating around it. Anyway, we shouldn't be surprised that this place underdelivered this egregiously, but we were shocked by just how bad it actually was. Two stars, barely. Go elsewhere. read more

I'll start off by saying that the Hotel de Cornado has definitely gone through some serious changes. With all the hype on the menu and the creativity in the design, I will say that Breakfast this morning was fair to poor We ordered the melon and Stracciatella... for the amount of money we paid for this dish. You could've at least given us some heirloom melon instead of the basic unripened, honeydew and cantaloupe with a bit of salt, shaved, mint, and strata, right out of the package. Poorly done. Also, your Baklava French toast, This had nothing to do with baklava because you candied a few pistachios and put an anglaise on the bottom of the plate. Then topped it with some strawberry marmalade. Which again has nothing to do with baklava. Perhaps you could've put some kataifi Filo on there and given it the real crunch that it deserved. Again for the price we paid. This was also poorly done. Enjoyed your pitaquillas they were flavorful and unique and creative, but I'll tell you overall this meal did not meet the price whatsoever. Once again we pay for the seat and the view and not the food. While our server was a gentlemen, his knowledge and education of the menu definitely was a good reflection of his seasoned training, but he did not carry throughout the service. He was pretty distant for long periods of time such as almost 15 minutes before we were even greeted and then long periods of time throughout our meal and even looking for him again to get our check once the manager was sent to go retrieve him. With an establishment this large, and such high standards. I expect much more. Hotel Del you got a lot to learn and so does your management in allowing a menu of this caliber to be sold at these prices at such a landmark establishment ***** $49 to have my vehicle parked whaaaat, and the Valet asked me how long I'm gonna be here. Lol you just parked a $111,000 EV Hummer. Leave me alone. It's none of your business. As long as I'm spending $200 to $300 and having some meals, I'll stay here as long as I want. Just park my car ...lol i'm walking on the beach too. You can find me there.! read more

We dined at Serẽa Costal last night and timed it perfectly to watch the sunset. The restaurant was busy but the service was on top of it. We started out with the Serea Mezze appetizer and OMG was the farmers cheese was amazing. They could have just gave me that and the pita and I would have been happy with that. We got a bonus appetizer of the octopus due to a hiccup in the kitchen with our dinners. The octopus was seasoned nicely and it was nice of our waiter to bring us this while we waited. When our dinner served I had the Greek Freak ahi tuna and my husband and mother in law split the fried snapper. The tuna was good, but I tried the snapper and that melted in your mouth. The waiter apologized again about our dinner mishap and brought us a cheesecake which was SO good. It's not dense like most cheesecakes, this was light and fluffy. The chocolate cake had 7 layers and had toasted pralines and chocolate sauce drizzled all over it. Ambiance - the outdoor seating was great. The chairs at the tables were very comfortable and the inside of the restaurant was very bright with light. Definitely make your reservation and try to time it when the sunset happens. read more

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Nice ambiance. There is also a grassy area for kids to run around. Food was great. Love the whole dish, fresh and delicious.

We had brunch on a Sunday and had a breakfast burrito and pitaquiles. The food had no flavor or salt. The service was great though and the views as well but the food lacks flavor. If you can just go next door to them and do the brunch buffet. Everything runs on reservations around here. read more

I've been here before and loved it, but the service we received from the hostesses was subpar and not reflective of what is expected from a restaurant of this nature. After making reservations in person, we showed up on time and were told that we would have to wait 20 more minutes. After 20 minutes they offered to seat us inside but we wanted to be seated outside in one of the many empty tables or booths. We were then told to wait longer. After 10 more minutes we asked why we couldn't be seated at an empty table, and we received middle school attitude. No apologies or appropriate hostess behavior. The tables were not reserved for other guests. Then one then said "We are short staffed" and the other said "We could have sat you inside" snidely. They then avoided standing by the hostess stand and were commiserating with other staff members. We left and went to Stake where we enjoyed an amazing meal with excellent service. Locals are not going to put up with that type of behavior. Apparently Serea requires a credit card in Open Table to keep customers hostage to their terrible customer service. Plenty of other great dining options in Coronado. read more

Fabulous views! The food here is great, and so fresh. This time around we came for just drinks. We walked around the hotel property to see all of the Christmas decor, and then stopped by after for a cocktail. There was a separate outdoor bar area with open seating which was super nice and quick service. What I love about Thai outdoor bar area is that you get to see all of the liveliness of the ice skating and views, while enjoying an outdoor drink in a glass cup. I had the seasonal cocktail, Chocolate Espresso Martini and really enjoyed it! Everyone around us had different cocktails which all looked tasty, so you can't go wrong! read more

Serea Coastal Cuisine - Chocolate Espresso Martini - Seafood Near Me - Coronado, California

The location is lovely. The food is nothing short of terrificvwith a great selection of wines. The service, Shane, was over the top. Such attentiveness, expertise and kindness made this a great experience. Our only frustration was noise. they cant help it, but it was explosively loud. But Shane made it a perfect night. read more

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Party of 6 with 2 kids. Went last year and was fantastic. Went again last night with the same party and it was not the same experience whatsoever. Very underwhelming and disappointed. 2 bottled waters 2 orders of bread 2 appetizers 1 side 1 entree 2 kid dinner 2 glasses of wine 1 cocktail 1 beer = $400+ Food took over an hour to arrive and was incredibly salty. Appetizers were lukewarm. Service was slow and server got 2 orders wrong. But she was very nice. There were also issues with the bill but were eventually fixed. Not a memorable experience and consequently cancelled our reservation for tomorrow night. read more

Absolutely terrible experience. The hostesses were incredibly rude, dismissive, and completely unwelcoming. From the moment we arrived, their attitude made it very clear that they did not care about providing basic customer service. We were treated as if we were an inconvenience rather than paying customers. The level of disrespect and attitude was honestly shocking. No smile, no courtesy, no effort whatsoever to make us feel welcome. read more

Visited Serea on the weekend with one of my girlfriends for an easy brunch and catch up and so glad we chose this spot! One thing to start off with though, is it is located in Coronado and inside the Hotel Del. Parking can, and was, extra tricky, especially on the weekend. Alas, we found parking just in time and it was a short walk there. The view for Serea is gorgeous as it of course, looks out over the beach, and the decor for Serea doesn't fall short of the boho beachy vibes either. We were greeted by two sweet hostesses (who's dresses were SO cute btw) and then seated outside and were greeted by the assistant, then by our main server. We enjoyed 2 espresso martinis with Kahlua added for a sweeter creaminess and then shared the octopus appetizer as well as the shakshuka. Loved both dishes! The octopus was seasoned well, and the texture was the perfect bounciness. I feel I've had good octopus too late in life and just got over being nervous to order it because usually the texture can be gummy and I don't love that. But Serea got it down, and it was a delicious appetizer. It paired well with the mini potatoes and onion on the plate as well. The shakshuka was also flavorful and I love that the bread came chargrilled because it added to the overall flavor. Smokey, tomato forward, and tasty. San Diego alone also lent itself to our experience here simply because it was a beautiful day - sunny, but a cool breeze. There is a lawn in front of the restaurant as well if you wanted to enjoy a picnic, or just lay out with the kiddos which my girlfriend and I made note of for next time. read more

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The food here is amazing. All the pitas and dips are fresh so I highly recommend, we ordered the fish and it was SO fresh read more

Serea Coastal Cuisine - Pita platter with hummus - Seafood Near Me - Coronado, California

In the shadow of the 'del! Caught to end of brunch. Baklava French toast for her and Pitaquiles with 2 eggs over medium for me. Pitaquiles were insane!! read more

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Amazing atmosphere, upscale vibes, and delicious coastal Mediterranean food. So glad we happened to try this place on our visit. Filet was tender and flavorful, and the halibut was perfect. The Greek Chicken was flavorful and the potato's with it were my favorite. Must try a side of carrots. read more

Serea Coastal Cuisine - GREEK STYLE GRILLED CHICKEN - Seafood Near Me - Coronado, California

We have been coming here every year and it never disappoints. The cruffin is the best we have tried. A must try. We were perfectly seated outside. I always get the shaksuka whenever I am here. read more

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10/10 Incredible food, service, and ambience! Highly recommend this to locals and tourists! read more

What a terrible experience and so much worse than last time I went 5 years ago. Where do I start? The hostess didn't want to seat us at our scheduled time and wanted to put us in some table at the back, but we said no. The prices are crazy expensive, but I'm fine paying for high prices if the food is good. In this case, we got the salad and some of the lettuce was brown and the portion was super small. Tons of salt. The branzino and sides were so salty and so lacking flavor. So much butter used everywhere. The server was good but otherwise, terrible meal at incredibly inflated New York prices. This place needs a shake up big time. read more

Tuna tar tar was extremely fresh with tons more of flavor. Whole snapper roasted expensive but really good. Halibut tasty and moist. Cauli is a must! The views were great at sunset. read more

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New Year's Eve dinner for two +500.00 with tip. Once every +60 years. That doesn't include parking. I guess given the infrequent occurrence, it's worth it. Now I can have my usual beloved Chinese take out for the next 60 years without guilt. The service was superb and the venue was unbelievably posh. The food is Not what you're really buying . Just enjoy the experience read more

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Crazy overpriced and the food is just so so. We were in a group of 8, 4 couples, told the server in the beginning that my husband and I were together. "Oh I'm sorry we don't do that here." The best part is this high end restaurant shares its restroom with the public beachgoers who use it to change. read more

As Coronado residents, my wife and I used to enjoy bringing out of town guests to Serea because it was once a place we were proud to recommend. Unfortunately, our most recent visit was one of the strangest and most disappointing restaurant experiences we have had in a long time. We brought a guest visiting from out of town and were honestly embarrassed by how poor the experience was from start to finish. The restaurant was only about one quarter full on a weekday evening, yet service was shockingly slow and disorganized. It started with our server fumbling through reservation lists trying to find our name, then acting annoyed when we ordered specific cocktails. At one point, he even asked if we were "old enough to drink," which came off as rude and bizarre. The first round of drinks took around 20 minutes and arrived poorly made. We then waited another 40 minutes just to place entree orders, despite barely seeing our server after appetizers arrived. Ordering a second round somehow went even worse. The server rolled his eyes, made annoyed noises, and acted inconvenienced that we were ordering more drinks at a restaurant charging premium prices. One drink, a dirty martini, took about 30 minutes and arrived with a greasy film on top from bleu cheese olives sitting in it far too long. We asked for a manager, who apologized but then asked whether we wanted sweet or dry vermouth in a dirty martini, which did not inspire much confidence. The remake came back not dirty at all and had to be remade again. After nearly two hours, our entrees finally arrived. The plates were dropped on the table without a word. The chicken and fish were passable, but the sides were awful. Cold, lifeless, and completely forgettable. The broccolini was especially bad. We complained again, and the manager offered to comp the bill. Even then, it took another long wait just to close out. I eventually handed the server $100 cash because we simply wanted to leave and still tip something despite the experience. He then shoved the check open in my face and said, "There's your bill." What made this so disappointing is that we used to love this place. It was somewhere we proudly brought visitors. Instead, we left apologizing to our guest for how uncomfortable and confusing the entire night was. We do not care about free food or comps. We care about receiving a decent dining experience at a restaurant charging $30 cocktails and premium entree prices. Serea has declined dramatically, and management needs to take a hard look at both service standards and overall execution. Do better. read more

I recently came here after walking around Coronado for the Christmas lights. I saw that it was Michelin plate 2022. Which made it more intriguing to try! The location was inside the hotel Del and the decoration is very cute and chic. I only came here for the drinks but it was pretty good. They had lots of options and can make any drink of your choice. When you order the hot water and lemon it's came in a cute tea pot and had little honey jars! My group order the ceviche as well and it was fresh. Very tart too, if you love sour and refreshing food! Next time I would come back to try the actual dishes here. read more

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We arrived early, mom on oxygen and a walker.. they made us stand there until exactly 5 o'clock ... should've been a sign I've been there before and wanted my mom to experience the restaurant. The waiter was great but the food and cocktails were underwhelming at $23 each. Swordfish dry, my carrots were hard, also mushroom side had mostly stems and they were difficult to even chew. I spent $300 on dinner and it was not good. Save your money and walk down orange street for better quality and delicious cocktails. read more