If you're only in downtown San Diego for one night, this is the ultimate dining destination. The spacious, comfortable dining room and the expansive covered patio both offer stunning views of the downtown skyline. But Coasterra is about more than just scenery. Our waiter David set the stage for an unforgettable experience from the moment we arrived. We started with endless, simply delicious chips and salsa. When I ordered the Seafood Enchiladas Suiza, I was blown away—filled with succulent shrimp and scallops, smothered in a vibrant tomatillo sauce, and topped with mountains of cheese. My Caesar salad, tossed with romaine hearts and a light dressing, was a delightful preview of what's to come, garnished with parmesan, pumpkin seeds, and basil hints. For dessert, we indulged in a buttery cake crowned with pineapple, coconut water ice cream, and a rich dark rum compote. This meal isn't just food; it's an experience to savor.
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Gregory Styne
3 days ago
The traditional ceviche was the most disappointing dish; slightly old fishy mahi; sides that came with our entree were underdone (papasbravas and broccolini)
The standout dishes were pork belly tostados, NY Strip, coconut flan.
Felt our server was running too many tables as well. For a Michelin Guide this felt somewhat disappointing overall.
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Sarah Macdonald
4 days ago
★★★★★
We’ve been here a few times now, and Walker has taken care of us at the bar on our last several visits. He is absolutely wonderful! He remembered us right away, is incredibly friendly and attentive, and always makes us feel special and well taken care of. At this point, we specifically choose to sit at the bar because we know we’ll get to see him!
His recommendations have also been spot on. Last time we had the cheeseburger, which was delicious, and the pork belly tostada was AMAZING and definitely one of my favorites. This time we tried the flautas, and they were just as good. Honestly, everything we’ve tried so far has been really, really good.
A huge thank you to Walker for the exceptional service and for making each visit such a great experience. We’ll definitely be back—and you’ll find us sitting at the bar! ❤️
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Valeria Agurto
4 days ago
We drove almost two hours to San Diego to celebrate our friend Alyssa’s birthday at Coasterra, and it was absolutely worth the drive! From the delicious food and beautiful views to the incredible service, we had such an amazing experience.
The food was DELICIOUS! We highly recommend the Griddled Pasture Raised Chicken it was juicy, flavorful, and incredibly tender. The Rainbow Trout a la Plancha was also amazing, with the perfect balance of soft and crispy. Both dishes were seasoned so well, and the portions were generous and satisfying.
Chelsea, the manager, truly went above and beyond. She came by to check on us, offered to take our picture, and even accommodated us with a better table with an even nicer view. Her genuine hospitality really made us feel welcomed and taken care of.
We also had the pleasure of being taken care of by Abdul, who checked on us multiple times and gave us great recommendations for drinks and food. When we didn’t care for one of the drinks, he immediately offered us a different option. We really appreciated how attentive and thoughtful he was.(Thanks Abdo) ◡̈
We arrived in time to catch the sunset and stayed into the evening, making Alyssa’s birthday even more special. After such a long drive, we were so happy with the experience. Amazing food, beautiful views, and truly outstanding service. We’ll definitely be back!
MR
Max Redwood
Sep 22, 2026
Had a spontaneous happy hour date and picked Coasterra. Been a handful of times but Richard was our friendly waiter today and is the reason I’m writing this review.
He was attentive, steered us to the bacon wrapped jalapeños which paired well with the pineapple tamarindo margarita. Yum!
Plus went the extra mile and helped us get an extra discount with the app. Would totally request him next time we come.
Giving it 4 stars simply bc everything is now an upcharge from the extra salsa to the 5% added to your bill. But guess that’s the price you pay for the view and golden sunshine.