Great place chill relax ! Friendly staff ! Nick great guy at the bar he makes you feel welcome and guides you through the menu and recommends great beer ! Definitely thumbs up ! read more

Stopped by hungry after kayaking the caves and was greeted at the front by a cardboard cutout of the rock lol. After we sat ourselves, a nice waitress came and gave us menus and some water. Music was blasting and the atmosphere was great! We decided on the yellowfin ahi poke bowl (seared ginger scallion style) and paid a bit extra for the load it up! option, which added seaweed salad, avo, edamame, cucumber, and cabbage salad. It was yummy! The ginger flavor was not too overwhelming, and it really came through in the ahi. We also got the carne asada beach bowl, which unfortunately didn't have as much flavor as we had hoped. The portion size was pretty generous and overall the ingredients seemed fairly fresh. Thanks for filling our bellies! read more

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We stopped by after a kayak tour next door, looking for a quick bite, and this place ended up being a great find. The portions were generous, and everything tasted fresh. The atmosphere had a relaxed, beachy vibe, and it seemed like a lot of locals were dining there, which is always a good sign. The service was especially memorable. Our server was incredibly friendly and even gave us recommendations for other places to check out around La Jolla, which we really appreciated. Overall, it's a great spot if you're looking for a casual, fresh meal after spending time by the water. I'd definitely stop by again. read more

Shore Rider - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Fun atmosphere and lots of options on tap. They have great food options, healthy to burger options. I ordered a Beach Bowl with seared tofu in ginger. Sadly there was almost zero ginger taste. The bowl was super good though. Very fresh and a large portion. Could have had some more of the special sauce they put on it but all in all it was super yummy and recommend it for a fresh meal. The service was ok, nothing special from the server, no smiles and straight to business. I did visit the day after July 4th so maybe the workers were tiered. None of the workers seemed to be happy or have energy. read more

Shore Rider - Inside wall decor. Kinda cool but they need to take care of the plants. Half are fake though. - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

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The food was good, staff was good, However the ambiance was ruined when their delivery truck decided to show up during lunch rush and made my whole stomach churn. But I am keeping my food and beer down. It's just a bad way of service when the delivery truck is late. Might come back later but if the truck is here still I am going to be more upset then I already am. I am mostly upset because the truck delivery is also causing a disruption to other businesses around. So do better be better. read more

Shore Rider - Delivery truck - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

Absolute gem in the heart of La Jolla shores! The vibes are awesome and casual yet cute, and I've never had a bad drink from here- they have a robust menu from a custom (and delicious) margarita to a piña colada, you can't go wrong. My favorite is the spiccoli- a Mexican lager with a frozen margarita topper- truly the perfect drink for after a day at the beach. The food is good too! I reccomend their chicken club which is flavorful and uses high quality ingredients (fresh lettuce that is actually fresh and tomatoes that are ripe). The poke bowls are yummy too! read more

FOOD 10/10 We had the poke nachos , it was fresh, crunchy, tasty. It was so good, I did not even take a picture. Service 10/10 My party was 4 adults/4 kids and the servers were so good about getting our kids food out first. They were patient and def was family friendly. The ceviche was 10/10, Poke bowl 10/10 , tacos 10/10 read more

Shore Rider - indoor - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

After a great day of activities is in La Jolla, we had a taste for some fish tacos. This place was perfect. The restaurant/bar has a very cool vibe and is very friendly. Having both the fish tacos in the lobster tacos was the right choice. They were perfectly seasoned, a great portion, and so delicious! This is a great place in La Jolla! read more

Shore Rider - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

The food was pretty good and you could eat outside on the street. The atmosphere was good. There was food for the kids so they were happy. Make sure to park somewhere you won't get a ticket it's heavily enforced. I had the tuna poke was fresh. My wife had tacos and the kids had a hot dog and quesadillas. Bathroom was clean. Would go back Our waitress was friendly. read more

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Love this restaurant! I was introduced to this place by one of my good friends and now I can't stop coming back. Trust me once you try it, you are going to do the same thing! The food is absolutely delicious! You can go wrong with anything on the menu. Whatever you get will be tasty. Some of their foods you can definitely share with another person so get more than one item so you can try more than one thing! I got the grilled salmon bowl with sticky rice and YUM! It was soooo good!! Definitely going to get that again when I go back. Definitely fills you up. They have different specials everyday with food and drinks. Their drinks and foods aren't expensive and reasonably priced. There is also only street parking but I have never struggled or ever had to circle multiple times. I have always found a spot which is great. Parking isn't bad. The service is excellent! The waiters, waitresses and bartenders are wonderful and absolutely nice! Always helpful and always giving great recommendations and always patient with answering questions or helping out small or large parties. The inside is such a vibe. I loved the whole beach vibe since hence they are close to the beach lol. It's really cute inside. They have plenty of seating with tables, booths and bar seating. You can bring your dogs I have seen and I love it. I honestly love this place so much! read more

Shore Rider - Grilled salmon bowl - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

Visited Shore Rider in La Jolla 2 months ago and overall had a nice experience, though there were a few areas that could be improved. The grill wasn't working that day, which was a little disappointing, but the rest of the menu made up for it. The fried chicken sandwich was crisp and light, generous size of fish and chips was crunchy and tasty, while the raw selections were fresh, flavorful, and really showcased the quality of their ingredients. The laid-back, beachside atmosphere is perfect for enjoying seafood, but the service could have been more attentive. We were seated outside, and our server spent most of the time inside, so it sometimes felt like a wait to get checked on. A little more attention would have elevated the experience. Still, Shore Rider has a lot going for it with its tasty seafood and great location, and I'd return, especially to try the grilled items once the kitchen is fully up and running read more

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The tacos pictured were tasty but very small. I think a heads up from the server would have been helpful, as they are not a typical size. I ate 4 and had the shrimp and carne asada, they were tasty. The churros are really good, they came out hot and the right amount of crunchy. Arrive early to find free street parking. Service was a bit slower but it was a busier warm Sunday afternoon and she was kind. We sat on the patio bar table and it was warm so we moved inside to cool off. Overall, a really nice spot and I would come back to watch a game here. read more

Shore Rider - Shrimp taco + carne asada taco - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

My husband and I's favorite beach bar in La Jolla. We always get the carnitas tacos and loaded spicy poke bowl. Poke bowl is always fresh and delicious. Great place to grab just a beer and head to the beach, or grab some food in the afternoon. Vibes are always high. And shout out to Josie who always takes the best care of us!! read more

Decided to pop in around 12 on a Saturday and we were able to get the last two spots at the bar, it was pretty busy! This spot is a perfect distance from the beach with a several different options on their menu. The aperol spritz's were 7/10, a little heavy on the aperol. The ahi tuna poke bowl was fabulous, and a generously large portion for $21. I loved the wonton chips as an addition. Only complaint would be the edamame being pretty cold, otherwise was great and I'd order it again. My boyfriend enjoyed the tacos, the carne being his favorite and the fish being his least favorite. The breading wasn't crunchy and was a bit thick. Unfortunately though the chips were so thick and seemed to be re-fried. I chipped my front tooth on them :( Our bartenders were really nice & friendly while being busy & quick to make our drinks! Great spot with a cute & casual atmosphere. read more

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Conveniently located next to the beach, this restaurant has a great bar selection and tons of food options for filling up after enjoying La Jolla. I came here at noon on a weekday and really enjoyed how quickly my order was taken and brought out. I came here solo, sat at the bar, and enjoyed the games on the TV along with great poke. The fish was fresh and the portions were bigger than needed. The entire spot is decorated on theme with great beauty vibes and organic easy going furniture. read more

Shore Rider - Margarita - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Amber, Laura and this team rocked! Found it by accident and turned out to be a gem!!!! Rockin tunes, excellent ambiance and definitely try the traditional poke! Delish!! We are so coming back! read more

Shore Rider - At the shore rider bar!!! - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

Shorerider sits in a cute, well-lit stretch of La Jolla, surrounded by a lively cluster of restaurants--perfect for a casual evening out. The menu had good variety, and the mezcal-based drink was excellent. Definitely one of the highlights. Tacos were solid, though I wish the salsa had more depth. The chicken quesadilla was also tasty--not overly cheesy, which worked well. Service wasn't bad--understandable given how busy it was--but it did feel a bit stretched at times. One thing to note: even though the place is listed as open till 10 PM, the kitchen stopped taking orders by 9 PM, which was a bit of a letdown. Overall, good food, great drinks, and a lively vibe. A solid 4-star experience--just make sure to get there earlier if you're planning a late dinner! read more

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This is an awesome place for great drinks, delicious food, and a fun vibe. Right next to La Jolla Shores. Servers, Staff, and Bartenders are super friendly. All the sports you need on TV All the sunshine you can get on the patio Come on down! read more

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Best place in La Jolla Shores for families. Excellent service. Dog friendly. Seating easily available, immediately for large groups. Goos variety on menu for different tastes. Fish and chips were decently sized, batter was not seasoned and needed sauce. Poke items were good. Kids chicken fingers were plentiful read more

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Cute little place with lots of outdoor seating, which is good because the large bar area and indoor tables were all full! A very chill vibe, it was noisy and there were tvs inside. We just grabbed a quick drink while we waited for our dinner reservation nearby. Their speciality margs did not disappoint! read more

Shore Rider - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

Average margarita. $14 a little pricier but it did have a good amount of alcohol. I got the prickly pear. It was flavorful. My friend got the mango but they forgot the mango flavor. Service was a little slow. Waited about 10 min before someone even acknowledged we arrived. They were not that busy and everyone around us had food and drinks already. The frozen margarita was refreshing on this hot day. Probably wouldn't be back. A backpack with a margarita in it for the beach would be way cheaper!!! read more

Shore Rider - Prickly pear (left) mango (right) - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

We stopped in here twice. Once for drinks and once for lunch. Both time were s great experience. Good food and decent prices. read more

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This place is really special. Exceptional food. Good prices. Great vibes. I'd be here every week if I lived nearby. Highly recommend the grilled fish tacos. read more

Food was kinda meh. Fish tacos were good, but not too special. We also got ahi tuna poke bowl and fish and chips. The quality of tuna was not great. Overall, nothing memorable. read more

Saturday evening was our first trip to Shore Rider, and it will definitely be on our list from now on every time we visit the area! Everything was great. We shared the poke nachos - there was SO much fish and flavor!! It's our new favorite dish. We also shared the crispy fish sandwich, which was tasty too. Our server was quite friendly and attentive. We also enjoyed the whole vibe of the restaurant. There were tons of groups enjoying the space while we dined in. read more

Shore Rider - Crispy fish sandwich - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Shore rider has good food and amazing drinks! It's a chill spot in La Jolla cove that was walking distance to my hotel. I sat at the bar and my order was taken quickly. I tried the following: ahi poke nachos (4.25/5; very solid and generous portion. Tons of fish as well as avocado and seaweed. The nachos are served with crisp wontons which is a very nice touch and the sauce is tasty.), kale Caesar salad (4.25/5; exactly as described. The tomato was a nice touch), and the marine layer margarita (5/5; amazing! Superbly balanced w the coconut, lime and mezcal. I will be back for this drink specifically). Overall, you can get a tasty, affordable dinner and awesome drinks at Shore Rider read more

Shore Rider - Marine layer marg - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Nice low-key spot with outdoor seating. Mushroom app was a unique standout--Cocktails hit the spot. Boyfriend's Poké bowl was fresh and zesty; my Ahi nachos were killer: crispy wontons topped with spicy marinated tuna, creamy avocado, and a sriracha drizzle--devoured every bite. Server Sydney was a gem. 5 stars! read more

Shore Rider - Mushroom appetizer - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Shore Rider has great drinks and a great vibe. The spicoli is a perfect mix of modelo and a margarita iceberg. Tasty and refreshing. I also really like the marine layer margarita. It has mezcal, lime, coconut and jalapeño. I haven't tried too many food items but I recommend the poke bowl. Service is always quick and friendly. read more

Shore Rider - Spicoli - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

Tried this place out for the first time--service was great, and the food was even better! I got the house nachos with steak and they were a 10/10!! It was the perfect day to sit outside, which made the experience even nicer. read more

Shore Rider - Strawberry cucumber mint cooler & Mojito! - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Excellent food and great service. Ambiance is very cute and beachy. So cute that there are dogs that come that are regulars.

Amazing meal, fun drinks and perfect weather! We came here bc of the reviews and are leaving thrilled. It was an awesome experience. Can't wait to bring our kids back. read more

Shore Rider - Calamari - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Poki nachos! They are so good and the best I've had in San Diego. They do not skimp out on the Poki. They also have a big selection of drinks (cocktails & beer on tap). We went during the week around 7pm/8pm and service was fast. Very chill ambiance with outdoor seating. read more

The poke bowls here were so fresh and clean. I wanted something else than the typical bar food. The poke bowl did not disappoint! My partner got the street tacos carne asada and achiote chicken which were also amazing. He liked the Mojito and the Pier Pressure was decent but I would try another drink next time! The staff were fast, efficient and friendly being that the crowds come and go given the beach traffic. This one stays on the list for the poke bowl alone. read more

Shore Rider - Poke Bowl, Pier Pressure drink - American Near Me - La Jolla, California

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We popped into Shore Rider on a whim after a beach day, and it turned out to be a great choice! It was busy, but the space is large and open, so it didn't feel overwhelming. We ordered the fish tacos and chips with guacamole, and everything was decent, and came out fairly quickly despite the crowd. Our margaritas took a bit longer to arrive, but the bar was definitely slammed as there was a Padres game on, so that could have been part of it. What really stood out to me was how family- and dog-friendly the place is. It's clean, casual, and perfect if you're out with a group or want to bring the kiddos or pups along. They also had a solid beer selection for those who prefer brews over cocktails. Great place to kick back and enjoy a casual, coastal evening. read more

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If I was reviewing just the vibe and ambiance I'd give it a 5. Fun place to hang out before/after hitting the beach. Because the servers were friendly and the french fries were good I gave it a 2, instead of 1 stars. So sorry but I'm hoping this review saves others from expecting great food here. * fish & chips: dry, didn't flake like fish, they said it was halibut but it didn't taste, look, or feel like halibut. it was more like a pressed log of fish pieces. it was not pleasant to eat. the breading was thick. we love fish & chips. this is not the place to get them. not much flavor. the tartar sauce was runny too. * the french fries were good. * wedge salad: meh. overly dressed in a spicy blue cheese dressing. it was okay. * grilled fish tacos: meh. DD got them and they were ok. I had a bite and they were better than my fish and chips, but that's not saying much. * carne asada tacos: maybe not a fair comparison but they were not as good as Roberto's. hubby said "they were ok" but he wouldn't go back. * chips & guacamole: chips were thick. thought we might break a tooth. guac was ok. great place to grab a drink. as long as you have low expectations of the food, this is a fun location. dare i say it might be the best, fun, chill vibe on Avenida de la Playa. bonus: it's dog-friendly too. thank you to the friendly wait staff. you were great! read more

I'm so glad we came across this restaurant after a day of kayaking in the beautiful caves! I was in the mood for a margarita and fish tacos! I got the carne asada, grilled fish and battered fish tacos. They all slapped, as the young kids say. We also got the pretzel as an appetizer and it is by far the best pretzel I've ever had. We were all drooling over it!! My spicy margarita hit the spot and the patio added to the ambiance! Definitely 10/10! read more

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We visited La Jolla last week for a kayak adventure and our hungry crew was happily surprised by Shore Rider's Fish Tacos. So much so that our 14 year old asked to come back every night to get them again. The ceviche was a hit with the adults, the chicken skewers were popular with the kids. The restaurant was open, with ceiling fan,s and had a very airy feel to it. It was easy to get a table, but it was also pretty full with a happily chatting crowd and a bustling bar. The music was slightly loud but not obnoxious; we could still have a conversation. Our waiter went out of his way to make a special lemonade for our daughter and helped us choose dairy-free items. We will definitely be back, and next time I want to try the spicy margarita with the tajin rim. read more

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Added to note we were a party of 3 and this restaurant is listed under family friendly restaurants when we looked up places to eat with our young child in the La Jolla area. Loud club vibe music is not a family friendly environment so you should make sure your restaurant doesn't appear in those searches for out-of-towners. It was a first visit to San Diego and your response is insensitive. read more

3-4 Stars. This is probably more of a place people come for drinks rather than food. Our food (appetizers and main) came out pretty fast. Almost at the exact same time. I wondered why they were apologizing for it coming out fast, until I realized that it's because no one else ordered food. Our waiter asked us about drinks ~3 times and we said just water. They had a large list of margaritas, classics (alcoholic), wine, draft beer, cocktail specialties, bottles & cans (alcoholic). If they had root beer-- I would order it in a heartbeat. The glass of waters were nice and cold and the waiter came by with a water vase for refills. The tables were clean and the space was warm! I love how they had two sides of seating. Plenty of space to sit. Even at the bar if you'd wish. They have TVs playing sports as well. It is a bit loud for conversations though! The interior was decorated nicely matching the beach theme of surfing, natural woods, and ocean vibes. Upon looking at Yelp, many people raved about the BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER $16. The menu says it's charred cauliflower and that is always up my alley, as it's my favorite thing to make. Sadly this was not charred and a few of the cauliflower stems were crunchy like it wasn't fully cooked. The cauliflower heads were a sponge that soaked up the vinegary buffalo sauce. Personally, I wasn't a big fan of this like I thought I'd be! That just goes to show how people's tastes will be different -- (good vs not so good). It came with a piece of lettuce (limp) and topped with green onions. 2-3/5. To eat, I ordered the FISH AND CHIPS $22. It specifically says you can have it with crinkle cut fries or tater tots and if you want, truffle it up for $3. I asked for crinkle cut, but I did NOT say truffle. The first bite, I was thinking to myself, something tastes off. Is it the ketchup or is it my fries? I asked my brother to try the fries for me. He confirmed it was truffle. Yeah, not for me. Since the fish was on top of the fries, it got some of the truffle taste sadly. I'm a truffle hater as you can see. Onto the fish, I almost thought they were mozzarella sticks as they came out. Much different kind of fish and chips than I was expecting. The lemon aioli was nice. I personally wouldn't order this dish again. My brother had the MCRIDER BURGER $16 and he doubled it up $3. He really enjoyed this! But the bottom bun was soggy and fell apart as he grabbed it for his first few bites. Maybe it would be better to arrange the ingredients-- aka lettuce and special sauce on the top rather than with the bottom bun. He had it with tater tots that were perfectly fried and free of truffle (lucky him). 4.4/5! They have a nice array of items on their menu, so if I were to come next time-- I'd try something else. It's a close walk from the beach, which is why we chose to eat here! Everyone has different tastes (for food)... Come by and see what you like, maybe even try something off their drink menu. read more

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Hmm the tacos are kinda dry. Tasted old...like it's been sitting out for a while. I was not a fan. I really didn't care for them at all. The nachos I will say was really good, we paid extra for shrimp and they did give an ample amount and it was worth the extra bucks. It was flavorful and kinda addicting. They have a small Kids menu. For a hot dog and fries it was $10. Nothing too crazy. The ambiance is really nice tho. Dogs are welcomed, so many tables, a lot of huge screens for different sports channels. A good hang out spot. It's around a lot of nice restaurants and bars all with walking distance. Very near from the beach. The service was nice too, our waiter was great. Just the food is mediocre. They also don't have any burritos anymore, they changed their menu and that was the initial reason I chose the restaurant so kinda bummed. read more

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