Dockside Casual Seafood Counter

Jong Ho Kim

This is a wonderful restaurant with a great view, located on the second floor of the beach. The food is delicious, the service is good, and the prices are reasonable. The most expensive dish was the fried seafood, which was around $24, but most dishes were around $18. I smiled as I watched a few people, who seemed to be friends, sitting at the bar and cheering cheerfully.

Mellissa Wallace

I liked the location, on the water. It was a little too loud for me. No espresso, just regular coffee. Food and service was good.

Dustin Carson

Couldn’t check-in to hotel, found this place across the street for a nice lunch after landing in SD! Was able to grab a seat on the outside water front deck. Lovely local beer choices and great food!!

Aldo Sanchez

Great Mexican food for a decent price and amazing views! The service was on point; you get chips with salsa and queso as soon as you are seated, and you never run out! Make sure to try the passion fruit margarita!

Matt Malone

First time at Miguel's and hands-down best meal we've had in our week in San Diego. Promptly seated outside at table for two directly on the water at sunset. Service was extremely fast considering how busy it became shortly thereafter. Delicious food and free chips and salsa while we waited. To top it off, we asked for a box for our few remaining chips and they brought us an entire bag of fresh ones! Highly recommended.

Armando G

While on vacation we were looking for some Mexican food for dinner and actually stumbled into this place. Really glad we did. Great food, great service, and great atmosphere. Well priced selection of food and plenty of food on the plate. Great location as well, with plenty of parking. Bonus, I appreciate when the manager stops by your table and checks on you. Their manager not only stopped by our table, but he also brought more chips and dip. Small thing, but very much appreciated.

E Lee

Came as a large group with a reservation and they did excellent in caring for us. Drinks came out all together. Food came out in a quick fashion. It did feel very celebratory. Fajitas are good and prefer the steak. Shrimp was cooked well but I felt could be more seasoned. Chicken and pork were dry. Flour tortillas were the way to go. Carajillo was good.

James L (Jflash26)

This place is a fantastic mexican food place! The chips and salsa were amazing, my chicken fajitas wonderful, and the beer nice and cold. Mariana the bartender did a great job and took care of everything for me. This is my third time in San diego and next time I am in the area, I will definitly be hitting this spot up again! Thanks to all the staff for a great experience!

5 stars all around. Amazing food, big portions, great value. Service is top notch and beautiful views. When the sun started to heat up the outside, they accommodated by table where people wanted the blinds lowered to. All around phenomenal place to eat and have an amazing experience.

Miguel’s Cocina in San Diego is a wonderful place to enjoy Mexican food with an amazing ocean view. The restaurant is located right by the water, and one of the best parts of the experience is being able to enjoy the view from your seat. Whether you’re visiting during the day or around sunset, the scenery adds a relaxed, vacation-like atmosphere that really elevates the meal. The restaurant itself has a lively yet comfortable vibe, making it a great spot for both locals and visitors. The seating is well arranged to take advantage of the water view, and it’s a great place to sit back, unwind, and enjoy good food with friends or family. Service was friendly and attentive, even though the restaurant can get busy due to its popular location. We started with the calamari, which was surprisingly different from the usual style. Instead of being overly crispy or heavy, it was very soft and tender. This made it stand out compared to the typical fried calamari you find at many restaurants, and it was enjoyable in its own way, especially if you prefer a lighter texture. We also ordered tacos, and they were very good. The flavors were well balanced, the ingredients tasted fresh, and the portions were satisfying. Overall, Miguel’s Cocina is a great choice if you’re looking for tasty Mexican food paired with a beautiful ocean view. It’s a place worth visiting at least once when you’re in San Diego, especially if you enjoy dining with a view.

Great food. The fried squid was the most perfectly soft succulent I've ever had in my life. Just wow. The view of the harbor was nice. The waiters were quite busy. I only saw my server twice. That was a bit disappointing, but it did keep me from over ordering food.

Just walking into Miguel’s Cocina you’re surrounded by eye pleasing decoration pieces and the vibe of a waterfront restaurant. The music is very well selected, so the ambient is set up good. I sat on the outside tables next to the water and they even asked if the sun was too hot so they could bring the shade down. Initially they brought out corn chips which were warm and recently made as well as the salsa which was tomato based, tasty, and well seasoned. It wasn’t too hot, but you can feel the spice. They also brought out their signature white sauce which tastes like drippy white cheese mixed with some peppers, it’s a 10/10 sauce. I ordered the Carne Asada (Medium). The carne asada was cooked all the way through, so it wasn’t medium except on the thicker part which was maybe a bite size area. However the seasoning and marinade was tasty and the little char pieces also added flavor. The orange rice is a classic and the flavors were there, the beans with the cheese on top were also flavorful and the texture on both was great. They also serve the dish with three tortillas and they also tasted delicious. I ordered the Calamari which i’ve never tried before so I didn’t have a reference to, but it tasted bland. Not sure if the calamari itself was not seasoned correctly or if the breading wasn’t seasoned well, but it was only alright. They served the calamari with the white sauce, a lime wedge, a green onion, and some pico de gallo. Overall experience was great, but the food might need a little bit more work done. GREAT service, Mariana was keeping up with the food and her attention was amazing. Would come again mainly for the ambient and location.

The food is amazing but honestly the staff was even better. We had a great time. We had fish tacos, carne asada, and taco of the month. Also Passionfruit margaritas was delicious. If you can get a outside seat do it! The views are beautiful.

The food is great—I actually had different expectations about the vibe going in, but I was pleasantly surprised. It’s lively, with a spacious indoor-outdoor layout. The outdoor seating area is especially gorgeous at sunset. Bottom line: • Just dank food and drinks—worth every penny, and surprisingly affordable. • We got 2 cocktails, an appetizer, and 2 main dishes for just under $85. Not sure if living in San Diego has warped my sense of what things should cost… or if this spot is just that dope. Every once in a while, you hit a place you think you’ve already figured out, then get completely reintroduced in the best way. This was one of those times.

Food was good, not wow! Vibe/atmosphere 10/10. The nachos to start were 10/10. Fish tacos were 7/10, fajitas were 8/10, raspberry mojito 9/10, cake 10/10.

Miguel’s Cocina at Portside Pier is a great spot if you want good Mexican food with one of the best views in San Diego. The chips and salsa are a strong start, and the jalapeño white sauce is something you’ll want to try with everything. Good prices and excellent service.

This chain Mexican restaurant is a pretty good option when you’re craving Mexican food and want something convenient. We went on a Friday night, and even though it was very busy, we were able to snag two open seats at the bar right away. The bartender was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. One thing I really appreciate is that they offer complimentary chips with salsa and queso—and honestly, who doesn’t love queso? My husband and I split the fajitas, and even between the two of us, we still had leftovers for the next day. The food is decent—it’s not the best Mexican food I’ve ever had, but it’s good enough that we find ourselves going back, especially since it’s the closest Mexican restaurant within walking distance for us. Overall, it’s a reliable spot when you’re looking for something casual, quick, and satisfying.

Miguel's is a great contemporary mexican restaurant. It's beautifully in downtown San Diego, with great views of the port of San Diego. The food was really fulfilling, and cocktails were tasty.

Rina

Miguel’s Cocina in San Diego is a wonderful place to enjoy Mexican food with an amazing ocean view. The restaurant is located right by the water, and one of the best parts of the experience is being able to enjoy the view from your seat. Whether you’re visiting during the day or around sunset, the scenery adds a relaxed, vacation-like atmosphere that really elevates the meal. The restaurant itself has a lively yet comfortable vibe, making it a great spot for both locals and visitors. The seating is well arranged to take advantage of the water view, and it’s a great place to sit back, unwind, and enjoy good food with friends or family. Service was friendly and attentive, even though the restaurant can get busy due to its popular location. We started with the calamari, which was surprisingly different from the usual style. Instead of being overly crispy or heavy, it was very soft and tender. This made it stand out compared to the typical fried calamari you find at many restaurants, and it was enjoyable in its own way, especially if you prefer a lighter texture. We also ordered tacos, and they were very good. The flavors were well balanced, the ingredients tasted fresh, and the portions were satisfying. Overall, Miguel’s Cocina is a great choice if you’re looking for tasty Mexican food paired with a beautiful ocean view. It’s a place worth visiting at least once when you’re in San Diego, especially if you enjoy dining with a view.

Jeran Cox

Great food. The fried squid was the most perfectly soft succulent I've ever had in my life. Just wow. The view of the harbor was nice. The waiters were quite busy. I only saw my server twice. That was a bit disappointing, but it did keep me from over ordering food.

Marcos Castaneda

Just walking into Miguel’s Cocina you’re surrounded by eye pleasing decoration pieces and the vibe of a waterfront restaurant. The music is very well selected, so the ambient is set up good. I sat on the outside tables next to the water and they even asked if the sun was too hot so they could bring the shade down. Initially they brought out corn chips which were warm and recently made as well as the salsa which was tomato based, tasty, and well seasoned. It wasn’t too hot, but you can feel the spice. They also brought out their signature white sauce which tastes like drippy white cheese mixed with some peppers, it’s a 10/10 sauce. I ordered the Carne Asada (Medium). The carne asada was cooked all the way through, so it wasn’t medium except on the thicker part which was maybe a bite size area. However the seasoning and marinade was tasty and the little char pieces also added flavor. The orange rice is a classic and the flavors were there, the beans with the cheese on top were also flavorful and the texture on both was great. They also serve the dish with three tortillas and they also tasted delicious. I ordered the Calamari which i’ve never tried before so I didn’t have a reference to, but it tasted bland. Not sure if the calamari itself was not seasoned correctly or if the breading wasn’t seasoned well, but it was only alright. They served the calamari with the white sauce, a lime wedge, a green onion, and some pico de gallo. Overall experience was great, but the food might need a little bit more work done. GREAT service, Mariana was keeping up with the food and her attention was amazing. Would come again mainly for the ambient and location.

Alexandria Bolduc

The food is amazing but honestly the staff was even better. We had a great time. We had fish tacos, carne asada, and taco of the month. Also Passionfruit margaritas was delicious. If you can get a outside seat do it! The views are beautiful.

Patrishya Allis

Food was good, not wow! Vibe/atmosphere 10/10. The nachos to start were 10/10. Fish tacos were 7/10, fajitas were 8/10, raspberry mojito 9/10, cake 10/10.

Darryl Gordon

Miguel’s Cocina at Portside Pier is a great spot if you want good Mexican food with one of the best views in San Diego. The chips and salsa are a strong start, and the jalapeño white sauce is something you’ll want to try with everything. Good prices and excellent service.

I C

Miguel's is a great contemporary mexican restaurant. It's beautifully in downtown San Diego, with great views of the port of San Diego. The food was really fulfilling, and cocktails were tasty.

Sarah D

This chain Mexican restaurant is a pretty good option when you’re craving Mexican food and want something convenient. We went on a Friday night, and even though it was very busy, we were able to snag two open seats at the bar right away. The bartender was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. One thing I really appreciate is that they offer complimentary chips with salsa and queso—and honestly, who doesn’t love queso? My husband and I split the fajitas, and even between the two of us, we still had leftovers for the next day. The food is decent—it’s not the best Mexican food I’ve ever had, but it’s good enough that we find ourselves going back, especially since it’s the closest Mexican restaurant within walking distance for us. Overall, it’s a reliable spot when you’re looking for something casual, quick, and satisfying.

AJ Hmoud

The food is great—I actually had different expectations about the vibe going in, but I was pleasantly surprised. It’s lively, with a spacious indoor-outdoor layout. The outdoor seating area is especially gorgeous at sunset. Bottom line: • Just dank food and drinks—worth every penny, and surprisingly affordable. • We got 2 cocktails, an appetizer, and 2 main dishes for just under $85. Not sure if living in San Diego has warped my sense of what things should cost… or if this spot is just that dope. Every once in a while, you hit a place you think you’ve already figured out, then get completely reintroduced in the best way. This was one of those times.

This Mexican restaurant has a fun atmosphere, but our service was delayed. After being seated for several minutes, I had to ask the manager if someone could take our order. The service felt a little all over the place, and we had to wait for refills as well. It was slower than expected.

Varun Gupta

I went here looking at the high rating. Either people haven't had good mexican food or it's for the location. I ordered Mar Y Tierra ($30) for dinner. The service was very slow, meat was chewy and didn't go well with the shrimp tamale. The only flavorful thing on the plate was the refried beans! I can see the appeal because this restaurant is right on the water, but I would rate the food as very good.

Angelica Lopez

I was actually disappointed with this restaurant and was expecting something better. The view is great, and the French doors allow for a very nice breeze. The decorations are very nice, it’s cultural and fancy. Overall the atmosphere is very pleasant and fresh. There’s plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and there’s access to the water from the side. That said, staff at the front was cold with us when we asked for a table. We had settled into our table and decided to use the bathroom, leaving our stuff on our seats and with chips on the table. We came back from the bathroom and the table had been cleared out and given to someone else as “they assumed we left” even though our stuff was still at said table- we had to be given a different table. We ordered fajitas to split since the plates are big. The food looked great but it came out cold, overcooked, and under seasoned. When we told the server he was kind enough to comp our sodas. We didn’t finish the food and decided not to take the leftovers. I love eating in San Diego and was told good things about this place and was disappointed. Have not ate there since and I probably won’t again…