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11/05/2026
Let someone else set the table this Thanksgiving. 🦃
The turkey takes center stage, but that doesn’t mean the fish are off the hook.
Join us at Water Grill this Thanksgiving for a thoughtfully curated three-course prix fixe menu featuring Roasted Diestel Family Ranch Turkey, served with Yukon Gold mashed potatoes, homemade sourdough apple-celery stuffing, traditional cranberry sauce, and turkey gravy.
Begin with a choice of our signature Clam Chowder or Mixed Organic Greens, and save room for a sweet finish with Pumpkin Cheesecake or Caramel Bread Pudding.
Prefer something from the sea? Our full à la carte menu will also be available, featuring the seafood selections you know and love.
Gather around our table this Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26. We’ll take care of the rest.
Reserve your Thanksgiving dinner through the link in our bio.
11/04/2026
The Delicate Art of Nantucket Bay Scallops.
Nantucket Bay Scallops are now in season, and we are delighted to offer these mild and sweet little gems back on our menu! Our Nantucket Bay Scallop Crudo dish honors this delicacy with a preparation of tangerine segments, tangerine dashi and a toasted chili sauce with a garnish of crispy ginger.
11/04/2026
The Delicate Art of Nantucket Bay Scallops.
Nantucket Bay Scallops are now in season, and we are delighted to offer these mild and sweet little gems back on our menu! Our Nantucket Bay Scallop Crudo dish honors this delicacy with a preparation of tangerine segments, tangerine dashi and a toasted chili sauce with a garnish of crispy ginger.
11/04/2026
Florida Stone Crab Season is here! Who are you celebrating with?
Sweet, delicate and naturally rich, our Florida Stone Crab Claws are served with our signature mustard sauce, letting the exceptional flavor of this seasonal seafood take center stage.
Available for a limited time at Water Grill.
Send this to someone who appreciates the finer things from the sea.
11/03/2026
Send this to someone you’d save the last claw for.
Wild Florida Stone Crab Claws have returned to Water Grill. Sweet, Tender, and served with our signature mustard sauce. A seasonal delicacy worth making plans for. Either as an appetizer or a main, it’s a must try.
Stone Crab season won’t last forever. Who’s joining you at the table?
11/02/2026
Shellabrate the opening of Spiny Lobster season with us!
The California Department of Fish & Wildlife opened the 2026 California Spiny Lobster Season this week, and our fishing partners hand-delivered their first catches of the season to King’s Seafood Distribution.
Join us and check out live ‘Spinys’ in our saltwater tanks at all Water Grill locations.
10/30/2026
Your Exclusive Invitation to Thanksgiving at Water Grill!
We invite you to join us at Water Grill this Thanksgiving for a three-course menu featuring traditional holiday favorites. Our full menu will also be available, including selections from our raw bar, seasonal catches and signature dishes.
10/30/2026
Your Exclusive Invitation to Thanksgiving at Water Grill!
We invite you to join us at Water Grill this Thanksgiving for a three-course menu featuring traditional holiday favorites. Our full menu will also be available, including selections from our raw bar, seasonal catches and signature dishes.
10/29/2026
Florida Stone Crab is now in season at Water Grill!
October heralds the arrival of Florida Stone Crabs to our menus. Enjoy it in its most classic presentation: served 'crack crack cracked' over ice with traditional mustard sauce.
10/10/2026
Celebrate the opening of Spiny Lobster season with us!
The California Department of Fish & Wildlife opened the 2026 California Spiny Lobster Season this week, and our fishing partners hand-delivered their first catches of the season to King's Seafood Distribution.
Join us and check out live 'Spinys' in our saltwater tanks at all Water Grill locations.
10/10/2026
A remarkable catch from the California coast!
El Niño has brought unseasonably warm waters to the Southern California coast this autumn, extending Bluefin Tuna’s presence near the Channel Islands. Their delayed migration south offers an exceptional opportunity to savor this prized local catch.
10/09/2026
The Bluefin are staying local. So are we.
El Niño has brought unseasonably warm waters to the Southern California coast this autumn, extending Bluefin Tuna’s presence near the Channel Islands. Their delayed migration south offers an exceptional opportunity to savor this prized local catch.
09/24/2026
Take your seat, We’ll take the helm.
Book your Private Dining holiday event at Water Grill by October 15 and choose your perk:
- A complimentary Prosecco toast for your celebration or
- A $100 Holiday Host Gift Card for the planner who made it all happen.
Holiday events must take place November 27–December 30.
Inquire about Private Dining at the link in our bio.
09/24/2026
Take your seat, We’ll take the helm.
Book your Private Dining holiday event at Water Grill by October 15 and choose your perk:
- A complimentary Prosecco toast for your celebration or
- A $100 Holiday Host Gift Card for the planner who made it all happen.
Holiday events must take place November 27–December 30.
Inquire about Private Dining at the link in our bio.
08/29/2026
Discover a space where private dining feels like anything but ordinary.
Water Grill's private dining rooms offer an elevated setting for every occasion; from business dinners and intimate gatherings to milestone celebrations.
📍 Featured Locations:
Photos 1–3: Denver, CO
Photo 4: Santa Monica, CA
Photos 5–8: South Coast Plaza in Orange County, CA
Photo 9: Las Vegas, NV
Photo 10: San Diego, CA
Ready to start planning your next event? Explore private dining at Water Grill.
08/03/2026
Celebrate National Oyster Day with $2 Select Oysters and $9 Mionetto Prosecco at Water Grill.
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.
10/08/2025
🦞 San Diego, our live saltwater tanks are filled once again with Wild Local Spiny Lobsters. Experience the flavor and texture that make this local catch so celebrated along our coast.
Reserve now → https://bit.ly/SpinySD
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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