4.8
- 4.8Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.6Ambience
- 4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
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July 11, 2026
The Fishery is praised for seafood supplied by its own market, with fresh fish prepared simply to let its natural flavors shine. The article describes its dining room as polished yet approachable and says it suits both weeknight dinners and celebrations.
Published in Locale Magazine
April 16, 2026
The Fishery pairs fresh catch from local boats and imports with a local, sustainable approach rooted in a San Diego fishing family. The feature highlights its local sardines and new chef partner Mike Reidy.
Published in San Diego Magazine
April 5, 2026
The guide names The Fishery a top pick, praising its fresh seafood, seafood tower, sushi, poke, clam chowder, and ceviche. It also notes the restaurant and fish market’s catering, lunch, and weekend brunch.
Published in La Jolla Mom
June 25, 2025
The Fishery celebrates seasonal seafood, with current dishes including local sand dabs, rock crab with squid ink bucatini and an ahi smash burger. Its bar also features sea-inspired cocktails, including the Jewel Martini made with zero-waste oyster shell vermouth.
Published in Modern Luxury
May 7, 2025
The Fishery is a longtime favorite among San Diego seafood fans, serving sustainably caught, seasonal seafood in Pacific Beach. The article highlights its seafood towers, macadamia-crusted halibut, and signature Salt Spring mussels in green curry.
Published in Eater San Diego
Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, neat clothing is appropriate, though many guests still dress up a touch for special occasions like anniversaries.
Friday evenings are a lovely pick, one guest described a Friday night date-night there as “an amazing experience, ” noting a cozy inside table with a 7 p.m. reservation.
Yes, The Fishery is frequently chosen for anniversaries and special evenings, with guests celebrating anniversaries, enjoying intimate indoor seating, and praising the wine program and sommelier.
Yes, families are welcome; reviewers describe children dining here (including a kids' salmon plate) and family gatherings like Father’s Day visits.
Some of The Fishery’s whole-fish and sharing cuts are substantial, guests note the bone-in swordfish steak “could easily feed four, ” and the whole vermillion rockfish is described as serving 2–3 people (with some guests saying it could serve four).
Yes, The Fishery offers outdoor seating; guests frequently choose to sit outside for a pleasant alfresco meal, and reviewers note outdoor tables (sometimes with heaters) as a preferred spot.
The Fishery feels warm and nautical, wood-and-stone interiors and attentive staff create a convivial, seaside dining room that can get lively at peak times, while outdoor seating offers a calmer alternative.
For a quieter visit, aim for Sunday lunch or a late‑afternoon patio seat, guests report the dining room can be surprisingly empty around 2pm and the patio is lovely then; expect a busier, noisier scene on Saturday nights.
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