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Welcome to South Beach

South Beach is a casual seafood taco joint located in San Diego, offering a variety of delicious dishes like shrimp cocktails, fish tacos, and fried specialty plates. With a beachside vibe and indoor-outdoor seating options, it provides a relaxed dining experience. Customers praise the Birria sliders, grilled fish tacos, and margaritas, especially during happy hour. While some note slow service during peak times, the overall atmosphere and value for money make it a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. Don't miss out on the unique calamari sticks and flavorful cheese fries when visiting South Beach.

South Beach: Reviews & Ratings

Jennifer M.
Jennifer M.

We went here bc my son had on his Snapchat memories that he went here many years ago when we visited last time and he recalled his fish tacos. Honestly, after speaking to a local, there are probably better fish tacos but my son was happy with the ones here. I ordered Ceviche, others had burgers, clams, cocktails... we had a good sized lunch. All were happy/pleased. Like the indoor outdoor option for seating. Overall, we were happy with the place.

Jessica O.
Jessica O.

Food was great. I got Birria sliders which were great. Service was good. No complaints. Atmosphere was good. There were good views of the beach. Inside is pretty dark. Amazing food for value. Especially if you go for happy hour.

Anna S.
Anna S.

Really cute location! There's great seating options outdoors over the beach - though it gets (understandably) really crowded around sunset time so it'll be difficult to get a good seat. We came during their taco Tuesday special - the margarita was delicious and the tacos were an excellent deal. They were extremely large tacos: two are definitely enough for a meal and 3 will have you extremely full. For $4 and extremely large, the tacos were great: a decent amount of meat though I thought the white sauce was a bit overwhelming and was slightly too much. I far preferred the corn tortilla (which you can order upon request) - I found the sauce/toppings a better fit with the flavor/texture of the corn tortilla. Giving this 4 stars because the service was extremely slow: a lot of the tables were not cleaned off (and in a crowded restaurant meant we had to wait a bit to get a table) and it took an extremely long time for our order to be taken. I think it was the crowds on a taco Tuesday special that caused the slow times - hopefully it isn't slow on other days.

Pete T.
Pete T.

Meandering around OB, we stopped at South Beach Bar and Grille to rehydrate. We opted to sit at the bar as the outdoor patio was rather full and there was plenty of room at the bar. They offered a nice selection of beer on tap. They had hard seltzers from Kona Brewing which Becky had never had and she was quite pleased with the flavors. Service was prompt and friendly form our bartender (I did not catch her name). The men's bathroom upstairs is awkward. It has the old school urinals that are imbedded in the wall and go all the way to the floor. Very close to each other and no partition between them. When the door is opened, there you are! The urinals are in plain view from the bar area when the door is opened. Stick to the private, one at a time all gender bathroom downstairs.

Carrie G.
Carrie G.

Brought my 6 year old, so yes they allow kids (at least during the day). We sat upstairs and had an amazing view of the pier and waves! Grilled Fish Tacos were great, as always! They do put a lot of white sauce on them so I usually get my tacos with no white sauce. Good beer selection, I had a Pure Project Hazy IPA. We took off a star because of the service being slow, they didn't come check on us and we had needed some stuff like hot sauce and another beer. My son didn't like his chicken nuggets (they were hard and had too much batter), but he did like the fries.

Jordan B.
Jordan B.

Came here after exploring Ocean Beach with a couple of friends. We were hungry and saw that it wasn't too busy and decided to pop in after looking at the reviews. This place has a very chill and laid-back vibe, like think of how a stereotypical beachside Californian would act, and that's exactly how every staff member I came in contact with pretty much was for the most part. Very pleasant to say the least. The food here was pretty good I loved the flavor of the birria cheese fries, and the calamari sticks were also pretty good. The calamari here are served as large pieces of calamari meat sticks; I've never had calamari prepared that way. It was interesting to try but to be honest, I prefer the traditional calamari wings (I guess it's a texture/sensory thing with having so much calamari meat in a single bite with the sticks). All in all, this South Beach Bar & Grille is a must-try if you like laid-back vibes and good food while overlooking the beautiful Ocean Beach area of San Diego.

Location

  • South Beach
    5059 Newport Ave San Diego, CA 92107 Hotline: (619) 226-4577

Welcome to South Beach, a vibrant and lively spot located in San Diego, California, offering a delightful array of tacos and seafood dishes. With a focus on fresh ingredients and bold flavors, South Beach provides a unique dining experience for all patrons.

From their mouthwatering appetizers like the Fried Baby Octopus and Carne Asada Fries to their signature burgers like the South Beach Classic and Guacamole Bacon Burger, there is something for everyone at South Beach. The Fried Specialty Plates, including the Fish & Chips and Fried Combo Plate, are also must-tries for seafood lovers.

Customer reviews rave about the delicious food and welcoming atmosphere at South Beach. Jennifer M. had a satisfying lunch with her family, while Jessica O. enjoyed the Birria sliders and value for money. Anna S. appreciated the large tacos during Taco Tuesday, and Pete T. highlighted the impressive beer selection and friendly service.

Overall, South Beach is a fantastic dining destination for those seeking tasty tacos and seafood in a relaxed beachside setting. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch spot or a place to unwind with friends over happy hour specials, South Beach has something for everyone.