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Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside

Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside is a Mexican and seafood restaurant located in Oceanside, California. The restaurant was founded by Rick DiRienzo, who introduced the traditional Puerto Nuevo style lobster dinners to San Diego in the 1980s. In addition to their signature dish, guests can enjoy an array of Baja Buckets® filled with shellfish and grilled meats prepared Baja style. With its waterfront location and selection of icy cold Mexican beers and pitchers of margaritas, Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside offers a unique dining experience for locals and visitors alike.
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Molcajete Mariscos! Sounds like a magic spell. Your mouth, your heart and your stomach will agree! We pack this SUPREMO ...
06/03/2026

Molcajete Mariscos! Sounds like a magic spell. Your mouth, your heart and your stomach will agree! We pack this SUPREMO with Lobster Tail, Juicy Lobster Claws, King Crab and Baja Shrimp. Rick’s Chorizo Verde Ranchera Salsa will blow your mind. Come and Get it at Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside

06/01/2026

Our Daily Specials change up this week! We’re moving Shrimply Irresistible to Fridays. Get in on our wallet friendly deals! From Monday’s massive Baja Bucket thru Taco Tuesday, Seafood Boil Wednesday, Throwback Thursday and now Shrimp Friday, you’ve got excuses and ideas to visit us and relax a while with Baja Style ! Come on down to Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside

The dish that tastes like Summer! Rockin’ Baja’s Tequila Lime Shrimp. Try these Tender shrimp, sautéed in Garlic Butter,...
05/28/2026

The dish that tastes like Summer! Rockin’ Baja’s Tequila Lime Shrimp. Try these Tender shrimp, sautéed in Garlic Butter, Olive Oil, Cilantro, & Red Pepper, with a splash of fresh Lime Juice, and the perfect kiss of Tequila. Be sure to Sop up that sauce with your Garlic Bread too! Hurry on over to Oceanside Harbor Village for yours!

05/26/2026

Why should Tacos get all the Fun? Santo Spirit at Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside

🇺🇸 Team Baja joins all of America on this Day to Remember and Honor our Fallen Service Members 🫡
05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Team Baja joins all of America on this Day to Remember and Honor our Fallen Service Members 🫡

05/23/2026

If you want to ‘Go Baja’, this is the spot! Try a Cucumber Watermelon Rita made with Tequila Mi CAMPO at Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside

Your Holiday Baja Bucket awaits! Spend your Holiday Weekend dipping into a Bucket overflowing with Lobster, Crab Cluster...
05/22/2026

Your Holiday Baja Bucket awaits!

Spend your Holiday Weekend dipping into a Bucket overflowing with Lobster, Crab Clusters, Carne Asada, Grilled Chicken & Baja Style Shrimp! We offer this Dreamy Deal up with your choice of Soup or Caesar Salad PLUS a FREE fabulous Fried Ice Cream to Share. This Special Baja Bucket easily feeds 2 people for only $109*!!

Rockin’ Baja Lobster will be offering this Memorial Day Weekend Baja Bucket thru Monday May 25th! Get yours in Gaslamp, Newport Beach, Oceanside & San Diego’s Old Town!

05/21/2026

Take a little VACATION this Weekend at Rockin Baja! We have your whole itinerary of Seasonal Cocktail Specials featuring Casa Noble Tequila and Tequila Mi CAMPO ready!

ThisTROPICAL COCONUT is made with Mi Campo Reposado, Pineapple Juice, Coconut & Banana! No lime 😉 You’ll love the toasted Coconut rim

Beach Vibes! we’ve got’m. ⛱️ Spend your Holiday Weekend dipping into a Bucket overflowing with Lobster, Crab Clusters, C...
05/18/2026

Beach Vibes! we’ve got’m. ⛱️ Spend your Holiday Weekend dipping into a Bucket overflowing with Lobster, Crab Clusters, Carne Asada, Grilled Chicken & Baja Style Shrimp! We offer this Dreamy Deal up with your choice of Soup or Caesar Salad PLUS a FREE fabulous Fried Ice Cream to Share. This Special Baja Bucket easily feeds 2 people for only $109*!!

Rockin’ Baja Lobster will be offering this Memorial Day Weekend Baja Bucket from Friday May 22nd thru Monday May 25th! Get yours in Gaslamp, Newport Beach, Oceanside & San Diego’s Old Town,
🦞 See ALL of our Daily Deals at https://rockinbaja.com/specials/

05/16/2026

Feelin’ Spicy? We have Seafood Boils are on the menu. We’re mixing up Lemon Garlic Butter, Cajun Chili Lime Butter, Hot Honey Chili Butter OR Cajun Lemon Butter to toss the Shrimp, Shellfish and Sausage! Come on by Rockin’ Baja and check out ALL of the variations with Crab or Mussels added, then custom design the PERFECT Boil for your preference!

05/13/2026

THE CLASSIC! Celebrate anything with one of our Seasonal Ritas Specials! Made with Tequila Mi CAMPO Blanco, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime Juice and a splash of our Sweet & Sour 🍋‍🟩🍋⚡️

05/10/2026

Show your Mom that you mean it! Go Big with a Rockin’ Baja Mother’s Day Bucket bursting with Lobster, Crab Clusters, Carne Asada, Grilled Chicken & Baja Style Shrimp! >> https://rockinbaja.com/specials/

Show your Mom that you mean it! Go Big with a Mother’s Day Baja Bucket bursting with Lobster, Crab Clusters, Carne Asada...
05/07/2026

Show your Mom that you mean it! Go Big with a Mother’s Day Baja Bucket bursting with Lobster, Crab Clusters, Carne Asada, Grilled Chicken & Baja Style Shrimp!

We serve it up with your choice of Soup or Caesar Salad PLUS a FREE fabulous Fried Ice Cream to Share. This Family Style meal feeds 2 people for only $109*!!

Share some LUV and Buy Mom a Drink too. We’ll offer $10* Mi Campo Margaritas all weekend because the Rita is the Mother of all Cocktails

Rockin’ Baja Lobster will be offering this delicious Drink Deal and the Special Mother’s Day Baja Bucket all weekend, Friday May 8th thru Sunday May 10th in Gaslamp, Newport Beach, Oceanside & San Diego’s Old Town, so NO EXCUSES, call yer Mama and make a Date! (* see our website for complete details and restrictions) https://rockinbaja.com/specials/

05/05/2026

Let’s get to the Cinco-ing part! Ditch work!! Come get a beer and a shot, and our epic Cinco Baja bucket

05/03/2026

We are your Cinco HQ! Rockin’ Baja Lobster will be offering Drink Deals & a Baja Style Cinco Bucket in Oceanside Harbor Village all weekend>>> thru Tuesday May 5th!!!

It’s a Special Deal and it’s LOADED with Seasoned Lobster Tails, Crab Clusters, Carne Asada, Grilled Chicken & Baja Style Shrimp. We serve it up with your choice of Soup or Caesar Salad PLUS a FREE fabulous Fried Ice Cream to Share.

This TREAT feeds 2 people for only $109*!! We also have Deals on Cervezas and tequila shots, as expected! Celebrate with us in Gaslamp, Newport Beach, Oceanside & San Diego’s Old Town. *Tax, Gratuity & Surcharge not included. Dine-In Only. No Discount or Coupons Accepted

Got a little parched just looking at this! Is   still a thing? cause we’re feeling it! Happy Hour is 3 to 6pm Monday thr...
04/30/2026

Got a little parched just looking at this! Is still a thing? cause we’re feeling it! Happy Hour is 3 to 6pm Monday thru Friday. Wet your whistle?

04/28/2026

Ready to Cinco HQ?! Rockin’ Baja Lobster will be offering Drink Deals & a Baja Style Cinco Bucket all weekend, Friday May 1st thru Tuesday May 5th

04/26/2026

Cinco is coming! We’ll celebrate all weekend. Beer & a Shot? Sure thing! Modelo and Pacifico draft deals? We got’m. We’ve been training all year for a Five Day Cinco! We’re ready!

04/24/2026

Friday brings the Lobster and Margarita deals! Rockin’ Baja knows how to close out your week. Get in here today for our whole Lobster plate and an icy cold Cadillac Margarita! !

Just like your favorite Cruise ship, We offer the ‘Drink of the Day!’ Cocktails that transport you away on Vacation!! 🍹A...
04/23/2026

Just like your favorite Cruise ship, We offer the ‘Drink of the Day!’ Cocktails that transport you away on Vacation!! 🍹Ask your server What day it is! >> https://rockinbaja.com/specials/

We are prepared to be your Cinco HQ! Rockin’ Baja Lobster will be offering Drink Deals & a Baja Style Cinco Bucket all w...
04/20/2026

We are prepared to be your Cinco HQ! Rockin’ Baja Lobster will be offering Drink Deals & a Baja Style Cinco Bucket all weekend, Friday May 1st thru Tuesday May 5th

It’s a Special Deal and it’s LOADED with Seasoned Lobster Tails, Crab Clusters, Carne Asada, Grilled Chicken & Baja Style Shrimp. We serve it up with your choice of Soup or Caesar Salad PLUS a FREE fabulous Fried Ice Cream to Share.

This TREAT feeds 2 people for only $109*!! Sink into your Bucket in Gaslamp, Newport Beach, Oceanside & San Diego’s Old Town.

*Tax, Gratuity & Surcharge not included. Dine-In Only. No Discount or Coupons Accepted

04/17/2026

Celebrating the arrival of the weekend with a Margarita. We’re featuring Tequila Mi CAMPO & Casa Noble Tequila cocktails right now. This Cucumber Watermelon Rita has us cheering!

04/15/2026

It’s official! Everyone loves the New Seafood Boils on our menu. AND…. They love’m extra on Wednesdays when they’re on Special for $39*

We’re mixing up Lemon Garlic Butter, Cajun Chili Lime Butter, Hot Honey Chili Butter OR Cajun Lemon Butter to toss the Shrimp, Shellfish and Sausage! Come on by and check out ALL of the variations with Lobster, Crab or Mussels added, then customize the PERFECT Boil for your preference! Tasty Fun with Baja Style! (*See our website for details) https://rockinbaja.com/specials/

04/13/2026

We present the TOP CANDIDATE for things to do on a Rainy Monday in SoCal! FEAST on THE BIG BAJA BUCKET for TWO and get $10 Off! You get 4 Seasoned 4oz. Lobster Tails + 12 Baja Style Shrimp + Carne Asada Steak + Grilled Chicken + Corn on the Cob + “All You Can Eat” Ranchero Beans & Citrus Lime Rice, Warm Flour Tortillas, Honey Chili Butter, PLUS Two Caesar Salads and a Fried Ice Cream to Share (See our website for details, Reg Price $89* For Two) >! https://rockinbaja.com/oceanside/

Address

258 Harbor Drive S
Oceanside, CA
92054

To get to Harbor Drive S in Oceanside, you can take the Coaster or Amtrak trains to the Oceanside Transit Center. From there, you can either walk or take a taxi/ride-share service to Harbor Drive S.

If driving, take I-5 and exit on Harbor Drive. Follow the road until you reach Harbor Drive S and look for parking options in the area.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 8:30pm
Tuesday 11am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 8:30pm
Thursday 11am - 8:30pm
Friday 11am - 9:30pm
Saturday 11am - 9:30pm
Sunday 11am - 8:30pm

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What people say

Mexican restaurants are known for their bold and flavorful dishes, and Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside is no exception. Located on Harbor Drive S in Oceanside, this restaurant offers a unique dining experience that combines Mexican cuisine with fresh seafood.

The star of the menu at Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside is undoubtedly the Baja Buckets®. These overflowing buckets are filled with a variety of shellfish, including slipper lobster tail, shrimp, and snow crab, all prepared Baja style. The Original Baja Bucket® is a house favorite and comes with grilled carne asada and chicken, making it the perfect option for those who want to try a little bit of everything.

But it's not just about the seafood at Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside. The restaurant also serves up delicious ranchero beans, Mexican rice, and local red hot chili sauce that perfectly complement the lobster and other shellfish dishes. And let's not forget about the piping hot flour tortillas that are served alongside every meal - they're perfect for wrapping up all of those delicious flavors.

To wash it all down, guests can choose from a selection of icy cold Mexican beers or pitchers of margaritas - the perfect accompaniment to any seafood feast.

Overall, Rockin' Baja Lobster- Oceanside offers a unique dining experience that combines bold Mexican flavors with fresh seafood. Whether you're in the mood for lobster or something else from the sea, this restaurant has something for everyone. So why not head down to Harbor Drive S in Oceanside and give it a try? You won't be disappointed!

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