Water Grill San Diego

Water Grill San Diego Water Grill is a seafood restaurant and bar & grill located on J Street in San Diego. They offer a raw bar with 16 different oysters daily, shellfish platters, live crabs and lobsters, 3-4 different whole fish prepared in various styles, as well as 6-8 different fin fish. In addition to craft cocktails, they have 20 beers on draught. Water Grill is known for being San Diego's seafood destination and serves American (New), Seafood, and Sushi style food. The general manager is Adam Gash. Celebrate Mother's Day at Water Grill or try their Wild Alaskan Halibut season which has just returned.
(2048)

Recent social media posts

For the dads who lead with strength, love without limits, and hold us up on their shoulders when we need it, we dedicate...
06/05/2026

For the dads who lead with strength, love without limits, and hold us up on their shoulders when we need it, we dedicate this Father's Day to them.
Join us for Father’s Day, June 21, and give Dad a seafood experience he won’t forget. Make your reservtion today, linked in our bio.

Reeling in the flavor! 🐟✨ Tell us in the comments, what’s your must-have meal when you visit?
06/04/2026

Reeling in the flavor! 🐟✨ Tell us in the comments, what’s your must-have meal when you visit?

Up close and personal. 🐟🥢 Do you prefer poke as an appetizer or a full meal?
06/01/2026

Up close and personal. 🐟🥢 Do you prefer poke as an appetizer or a full meal?

Start your meal the right way. 🦀✨ Are you making our Jumbo Lump Crab Cake an appetizer or going bold and ordering it as ...
05/27/2026

Start your meal the right way. 🦀✨ Are you making our Jumbo Lump Crab Cake an appetizer or going bold and ordering it as your entrée?

California White Seabass has returned. For the first weekend back, try it with our rustic ratatouille featuring Japanese...
05/23/2026

California White Seabass has returned. For the first weekend back, try it with our rustic ratatouille featuring Japanese eggplant, bell peppers, garlic emulsion and basil oil, now on the menu.

Visit us and experience one of the season’s most anticipated catches while it lasts✨🐟

If you needed a sign… this is it. What are you craving right now? 🐟✨
05/21/2026

If you needed a sign… this is it. What are you craving right now? 🐟✨

Wild Alaskan Black Cod on tonight’s table. Have you tried this dish yet? 🐟✨
05/19/2026

Wild Alaskan Black Cod on tonight’s table. Have you tried this dish yet? 🐟✨

Oysters, shrimp, and everything worth sharing. 🦐✨ What’s the first thing you’re reaching for?
05/13/2026

Oysters, shrimp, and everything worth sharing. 🦐✨ What’s the first thing you’re reaching for?

05/05/2026

Bring Mom, bring your appetite, and we’ll take care of of the rest. 🍽️💐 Who’s joining us for Mother’s Day?

A dozen reasons to smile. 🦪💫 What drink are you pairing with these?
05/04/2026

A dozen reasons to smile. 🦪💫 What drink are you pairing with these?

Address

615 J Street
San Diego, CA
92102

If you are looking for a seafood restaurant and bar & grill located at J Street in San Diego, you have several options to get there:

Public Transport:
- Take the Blue or Orange Trolley Line to the Gaslamp Quarter Station. From there, walk 4 blocks east along J Street until you reach your destination.

Driving/Parking:
- If coming from north of San Diego, take I-5 South and exit on Front St. Turn right onto Market St and then left onto 1st Ave. Finally turn right onto J St.
- If coming from south of San Diego, take I-5 North and exit on 6th Ave towards Downtown. Turn left onto 6th Ave, then right onto Broadway and finally left onto Front St. Turn left again on Market St and then right onto 1st Ave until you reach J St.
- There is public parking available nearby at Horton Plaza or Park it on Market among other paid parking lots in the area.

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 10pm
Thursday 11:30am - 10pm
Friday 11:30am - 11pm
Saturday 11:30am - 11pm
Sunday 11:30am - 10pm

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What people say

The most recent review of Water Grill was published in the San Diego Tribune on June 20th, 2021. The reviewer had high praise for the restaurant's seafood offerings, stating that "every dish was perfectly cooked and expertly seasoned." They also noted the attentive and knowledgeable service from the staff.

An earlier review from Eater San Diego on March 27th, 2019, highlighted Water Grill's focus on sustainable seafood practices. The reviewer noted that the freshness of their seafood was evident in every bite and recommended their raw bar selections.

Customer comments online echoed these positive sentiments. One Yelp reviewer remarked on their "impeccable service" and said they had "one of the best meals" of their life at Water Grill. Another reviewer praised the "beautiful presentation" of their dishes and called it a "gem in San Diego."

Overall, recent reviews indicate that Water Grill is a beloved seafood destination in San Diego with a commitment to quality ingredients and excellent service.

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