Sushi Ota is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

1. Sushi Ota

9.0
4529 Mission Bay Dr (at Bunker Hill St), San Diego, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 139 tips and reviews

MM: If you come here you better do omakase at the sushi bar. Most authentic sushi in San Diego.

Natalie M.Natalie Miyake: Best sashimi in SD and the most authentic I've had in the US. Ask to sit at the counter - the sushi chefs are so friendly.I felt like I was back home in Japan!

EaterEater: Helmed by a venerable sushi master (request a seat in owner Ota-san's section of the sushi bar), the restaurant is unassuming, low-key and unquestionably authentic. [Eater 38 Member]

Oscar's Mexican Seafood is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

2. Oscar's Mexican Seafood

8.9
703 Turquoise St, San Diego, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 103 tips and reviews

Brad K.Brad Koehn: This place is so small & authentic. You would never know to stop here because it's so unassuming. But oh man is it good, & cheap! Get the Taco Especial. Smoked fish, shrimp, & scallops & the fish stew

Salih A.Salih AlSubai: Authentic mexican seafood, not fancy yet very tasty. I liked the spicy shrimp and the sauces options

Michelle M.Michelle Miller: Love all of their food! Authentic with a beautiful dining area.

Restaurante Costa Brava is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

3. Restaurante Costa Brava

9.0
1653 Garnet Ave (Jewell And Ingraham), San Diego, CA
Spanish Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 62 tips and reviews

Igor M.Igor Miniailo: Really authentic Spanish food. Baby eels, ox tails, sangria are delicious. But the most delightful is bread with garlic sauce!

Chelsea T.Chelsea Twining: Step out of Cali and into Spain, amazing restaurant. Ask a lot of questions and listen to your server. Haven't had anything bad. Love the manchego, patatas, garlic shrimp, dates,Super sweet sangria !

Vidhya G.Vidhya Gholkar: Flamenco dance on Sundays. Live music on Thursdays. Top class Tapas every day. All is good. Friends love the Patata Bravas and Tortilla Española. I've a soft spot for the Rabas. Friendly bar tenders.

Oscar's Mexican Seafood is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

4. Oscar's Mexican Seafood

8.8
746 Emerald St, San Diego, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 51 tips and reviews

Alyssa W.Alyssa W: authentic, delicious tacos!

Ivan R.Ivan Rodriguez: The Torta De Oscar is the way to go. They also have three different sauces, my favorite is the green one.

Iris N.Iris Ng: Delicious tacos!! Must try their surf & turf and fish tacos. Smoked fish was also interesting/worth trying. Use all the tons of sauces!

Baja Beach Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

5. Baja Beach Cafe

8.7
701 Thomas Ave (at Ocean Front Walk), San Diego, CA
Beach Bar · Pacific Beach · 44 tips and reviews

Andreas C.Andreas Correll: Very authentic and stylish cafe

Genie B.Genie Bearden: Breakfast fabulous. Boardwalk breakfast & omelet with spinach, mushrooms, cinnamon apples, & Brie.

Alan M.Alan Martell Paleo: NACHOS!!!!

Cafe Athena is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

6. Cafe Athena

9.1
1846 Garnet Ave (at Lamont St), San Diego, CA
Greek Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 16 tips and reviews

Zarita d.Zarita de la Cerda: I love the spinaki lemonato and Assyrtiko Greek wine. Have to have it every time. This is a special little cafe, very authentic greek food, nice atmosphere and service. UTC local is great also!

Jason B.Jason Bell: Get there during happy hour and order everything! Hummos, Tzatziki, Falafel, Souvlakis!

Keri R.Keri Robinson: really good gyros plate! get the baklava too!

Leilani's Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

7. Leilani's Cafe

8.8
5109 Cass St (at Tourmaline St), San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · Pacific Beach · 42 tips and reviews

Courtney O.Courtney Ochi: The seared ahi is incredible. I also love the Aloha plate. I'm from Hawaii and can say that this place is authentic!

OceanOcean: Get the Jr. Boy! Hawaiian Style French Toast with fresh fruit plus they give you Portuguese sausage, rice, and scrambled eggs. Add some Sriracha for good measure.

Eddie N.Eddie Nomura: Best Hawaiian food around!

In-N-Out Burger is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

8. In-N-Out Burger

8.9
2910 Damon Ave (at Mission Bay Dr), San Diego, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 69 tips and reviews

Mohammed I.Mohammed Ibrahim: Dubal chess ,, OMG I love it , from the top 5 burger shop in CL.

SeanSean: "animal style"

MARISSA R.MARISSA R.: The animal style french fries are so good!:)

Spice Lounge is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

9. Spice Lounge

8.8
859 Hornblend St, San Diego, CA
Indian Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 11 tips and reviews

Estevan C.Estevan Costa: fantastic place, great staff, a secret spot with awesome Indian food. the masala with lamb is delicious! Veggie and gluten free options too. Definitely a must go in SD!

Clarah G.Clarah G: Good food, ambience, amazing staff! A must go when visiting San Diego!

Jonathan P.Jonathan Press: Try the tantric martini and lamb Nirvava

Iron Pig Alehouse is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

10. Iron Pig Alehouse

8.3
1520 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA
BBQ Joint · Pacific Beach · 15 tips and reviews

Nathalie E.Nathalie Elyse: Wings are amazing. Good quality and great flavor.

Denis B.Denis Barushev: Good beer selection

MicheleMichele: Dry rub ribs are the best!

Mamma Mia is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

11. Mamma Mia

7.5
1932 Balboa Ave (btw Grand & Lamont), San Diego, CA
Italian Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 14 tips and reviews

Adam S.Adam Stair: Great food and atmosphere! BYOB. Italians speaking broken English adds to the authenticity. The guy that owns the place is loud yet very likable!

DiannDiann: Get the ravioli innamorati. Amazing. Mushroom and Gorgonzola bruschetta is also an A+. No light in bathroom and semi questionable service, but authentic and satisfying Italian.

Yusuf T.Yusuf Tek: Italians are the funnest people I have ever met and their foods are amazing. Try sangria.

The Baked Bear is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

12. The Baked Bear

8.8
4516 Mission Blvd Ste C, San Diego, CA
Dessert Shop · Pacific Beach · 74 tips and reviews

caitlin b.caitlin bose: SOO GOOD!! Loved my icecream. Got brownie+peanut butter fude icecream+red velvet cookie+ fudge+ whipcream

Abdullah I.Abdullah Ibrahim: Not bad but I prefer the other one at L.A

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Build your own ice cream sandwich out of freshly baked cookies, waffles, or brownies.

Pho Sao Bien Vietnamese Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

13. Pho Sao Bien Vietnamese Restaurant

7.7
1958 Garnet Ave (at Morrell St.), San Diego, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 20 tips and reviews

Elaine C.Elaine Courtney: Come here for cheap and delicious pho done the authentic Vietnamese way. Not too big a fan of the egg rolls though, a little too greasy for me.

Mat S.Mat Strote: The #10 is amazing with rooster sauce, basil, lime and a Thai tea. Also don't miss out on the chicken fried rice. It's Amazeballs!

Sarah P.Sarah Palais: Pho Tai with tons of Sriracha!

Cass Street Bar & Grill is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

14. Cass Street Bar & Grill

8.7
4612 Cass St (at Felspar St.), San Diego, CA
Bar · Pacific Beach · 42 tips and reviews

Katie S.Katie Simonson: Authentic Mexican breakfast is so yummy!

Marisol T.Marisol Thayre: Best fish plate ever! Get the salad with Lemon Basil dressing (no raisins) and pan-fried potatoes. If you don't dig fish, get the Oriental Chicken salad. The beer selection is meh, but food=YUM.

ThrillistThrillist: TVs strategically placed, two pool tables still operating at a throwback 50c, free shuffleboard, and a rotating, $8.50 craft pitcher special during football games. Read more.

The French Gourmet is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

15. The French Gourmet

8.9
960 Turquoise St (at Cass St), San Diego, CA
French Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 15 tips and reviews

Hollie O.Hollie Olson: Brunch is a must, with mimosas of course!

Мария С.Мария Самарина: Excellent service, great food and cozy atmosphere. Really great place!

David A.David Arias: Excellent french bistro