Eddie V's Prime Seafood

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#18 of 4,379 Restaurants in San Diego$$$$, American, Steakhouse, Vegetarian friendly

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Hours

Sun

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mon

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tue

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Wed

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Thu

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fri

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Sat

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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4.5

652 reviews

#18 of 4,379 Restaurants in San Diego

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Food and ambience

Local cuisine, American, Steakhouse, Seafood, Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options

“Run, Don’t Walk, to these Amazing Crab Cakes!”

“We also had a lobster tail & crab stuffed shrimp.”

“I had the twin lobster tails and we split the lobster mashed potatoes.”

“The crab cakes were one of the highlights of the meal.”

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789 W Harbor Dr Suite 158, San Diego, CA 92101

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+1 619-615-0281

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Fortitude

Balanced & Spirit-Forward

Smoked Old Fashioned

Basil Hayden's Bourbon, a Dash of Chocolate Bitters, Served on a Smoked Plank Tableside

Perfect Patrón Margarita

Patrón Silver Tequila, Patrón Citrónge, Fresh Lime, Served Straight Up

Private Plane

Blade & Bow Bourbon, Amaro Nonino, Aperol, Cabernet Syrup, Fresh Lemon

Idealism

Worldly & Modern

Golden Hour

SelvaRey Silver Rum, SelvaRey Coconut Rum, Guava, Fresh Lime & Pineapple Juice

The Elixir

Hendrick’s, Italicus Bergamot Liqueur, Basil-Infused Oil Poured Tableside

Pomegranate Mule

Tito’s Vodka, Goslings Ginger Beer, Pomegranate, Fresh Lime Juice

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About

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

CUISINES

American, Steakhouse, Seafood

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, After-hours

FEATURES

Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Jazz Bar

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4.5

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Hicks3456

St. Augustine334 contributions

Thanks for great memories

Mar 2020 • none

Just wanted to reflect on the beautiful dinner I had at Eddie V’s and the memory that I will have forever. On March 20 I celebrated my last day of work as I went into retirement at Eddie V’s in San Diego. My wife and I went with a bit of reluctance because of the Corona Virus and what was beginning to take place – closing of everything. We ended up having the best dinner, great service and some of the best Jazz that we had heard. It was perfect! There is not one single negative comment I can make. My only regret is that we will not be able to come back because on Apr 6 we are leaving San Diego area. All that said this place is the best restaurant in San Diego and deserves to be recognized as such. Thank you to the management, servers, performers for a great memory!

Written 22 March 2020

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Lake Forest17 contributions

Top tier restaurant in San Diego

Oct 2020 • none

This is one of the best restaurants I have ever eaten at.. The service is impeccable and Melissa our server was great. I ordered the Chilean sea bass and it was a big fat steak at fish and was cooked perfectly any bok choy sauce and setting. The crabcake was to die for. No fillers added. My wife ordered the crab stuffed shrimp with crab and there was so much crab you could hardly see the shrimp. The crab fried rice was also excellent. If you’re in the harbor area San Diego, you must stop by this restaurant. Not cheap, but worth every penny.

Written 9 October 2020

BBDoll619

San Diego379 contributions

Great dinner

Jan 2020 • none

A group of 10 of us were seated in a private room upstairs for my friend's birthday. They put red rose petals on the table and gave her a card which was a nice touch. We had about 4 servers for our party and we felt spoiled!! First off, the hot bread they serve with butter before the meals is delicious!! We were all hungry and had at least 2-3 servings each! My husband and I ordered the 32oz. bone in ribeye and ordered it medium/medium well. When it arrived, it was perfectly seasoned, but it was a little too red for me. I ate all around my piece then brought the rest home. My husband said his was perfect! We shared the Brussels sprouts and potatoes Au gratin which were very good. Everyone else ordered a steak as well and loved theirs. The birthday girl got the Chilean sea bass and it looked really good! She said it was delicious. I really like this restaurant. The only thing that can be improved upon is that the music in that little private room got super loud towards the end. We kept thinking they were trying to hint for us to leave. Other than that, dinner was perfect! I would definitely return.

Written 7 January 2020

Alejandro M

Valle de Bravo4 contributions

Do not try at any holiday.

Dec 2019 • family

They will simply not even try to respect reservations or make even a little up for not being able to sit you after their greed or excessive pride did not allow them to plan ahead for reservations made weeks in advance. After they finally sit you one hour late, they will tell you the kitchen is closing in 10 minutes so almost nothing in the menu is available. Regularly this is a wonderful place, food is great but trying to make a lot of money overselling their seats is just unethical.

Written 1 January 2020

Luis Dabdoub

Tucson15 contributions

Worst New year eve of my life

Dec 2019 • family

After making a reservation for 12 people ((including 6 children)days in advance @ 11 pm on Dec 31 st and calling twice ahead of time to confirm, we had to endure a 1 1/2 wait on the sidewalk because (according to the manager) our table was not ready . The most frustrating experience of my life. No one should endure that dreadful and awful situation specially on New Years Eve

Written 31 December 2019

REQSVC

15 contributions

Best Dining Experience Anywhere in San Diego

Dec 2022 • none

My wife and I just celebrated our 40th Wedding Anniversary at Eddie V's San Diego based on friends' recommendations. It was the best recommendation we could have gotten. We've lived in San Diego for more than 30 years and have tried a broad spectrum of the entire restaurant industry including most of the high end restaurants. We both agreed that Eddie V's is the best restaurant we've ever experienced anywhere around San Diego County. Everything was perfect. Our knowledgeable friendly waiter was ready to explain details and let us try things. No time schedule pressure. The portions, all alacarte, were big and excellently prepared. The calamari appetizer, something restaurants do not always get right, was cooked perfectly and sized so that it could have served as an entree for two. Without asking, my wife's a-bit-too-sweet cocktail was compted. We were met with a very nice handwritten anniversary card on our table with red rose petals. A complimentary dessert plate came with 4 options including a flambé banana selection. The smoky Old Fashioned cocktails have a marvelous layered flavor that extends beyond the initial sips. We will be back soon for the Happy Hour. It was the perfect dining experience.

Written 22 December 2022

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Radebeul189 contributions

Awesome seafood and surprisingly good value for the price!

Sept 2022 • none

We were on a four week roadtrip and wanted to do something special for our last night before we flew home. We chose a dinner at Eddie V's and were NOT disappointed. On the contrary, the evening was lovely. We had the fried calamary, which were interpreted in a bit of an asian style, which was refreshing. The Lobster Bisque was excellent! It was very fresh, smooth and well-rounded. It went along great with the cream, the fresh pepper and the roasted bread. You could really tell someone has put some love into composing that dish. As an entree, we shared the "Big Eddie", which is the larger version of the seafood tower. It consists of oysters, king crab, shrimp and two hole main lobsters. All of that was of very high quaity and tasted amazing. The wine menu is pretty extensive as well and it's likely you'll find something that goes along well with your dish as well as your taste. Service was attentive without being obtrusive and very helpful - excellent. We've eaten a lot of seafood in many different countries and Eddie V's in San Diego is undoubtedly among the very best places we've visited. Also, we were pleasently surprised by the comparatively generous portion sizes. Many restaurants in this price class serve way less. Considering this, the pricing is totally okay in my mind. We paid $300 including tip, wine, two appetizers, a huge seafood tower and dessert. That's okay for a special occasion! Thanks to the team for making our last night in the US a stunning one! We enjoyed both the atmosphere and the food a lot.

Written 7 October 2022

Jdreamer

23 contributions

Perfection

Jan 2020 • none

Great service- impeccable! Attention to details like water and courses silverware top notch. Food was exceptional and delivered on time and hot. I had Halibut and it was perfect and not overcooked like so much seafood is in most restaurants. Artfully presented and probably the best I have ever had.

Written 7 January 2020

msa23_2000

Chino Hills1476 contributions

Fine dining at its finest

Nov 2022 • friends

We had a great time here. The restaurant is expensive, but they deliver in the high price. The service was exceptional - our waiter (shout out to Charles) was quite attentive and gave excellent recommendations. The food was delicious. We ordered different appetizers, salads, and sides to shared. Some people got the beef and some got the sea bass and everyone loved their food. If you’re going to pay a lot you expect a lot and they delivered on all fronts.

Written 4 November 2022

Traveller5324

Alberta43 contributions

Expensive, and worth every penny!

Oct 2022 • couples

This was a fantastic meal! We shared a crab cake appetizer… probably the best we’ve ever had. For main course, we had the Branzino fish and the spicy Halibut, and shared a side dish of crab fried rice. All were outstanding! Luckily we asked the waitress about the portion sizes beforehand, as all were quite generous, so the two of us easily shared the appetizer and side dish. The service was impeccable too. This is an expensive place, but you definitely get what you pay for.

Written 23 October 2022

figburrata

71 contributions

Not a Great Experience

Dec 2022 • none

Although we had a reservation, we had to wait 20 minutes for a table to open up to be seated. The service was lackluster. We ordered a lot of food and drinks. Some were good; some were okay. The bathrooms were either smelly or dirty; the water pressure was too low, so it took a long time to rinse hands (there was another patron who experienced the same thing). A manager was supposed to come to talk to us but never did. I had to ask again near the end. She was apologetic., Desserts came, but we did not order or want them. I suppose they were available as it was getting late at night, so it was a convenient way to get ride of them and try to appease unsatisfied customers. It would have been much more gracious to take an appetizer or two off the bill. We spent a lot of money. For that kind of money and the high prices they charge, I thought the entire experience was disappointing.

Written 17 January 2023

Laura G

Panama City Beach28 contributions

Wonderful Experience

Sept 2022 • solo

I treated myself to a dining experience at Eddie V's for my birthday. The only reservation available was at a high top but when arriving they had a wonderful booth ready for me near the bar (which I preferred), close to live entertainment. They decorated my table for me for my birthday and made it really special. All the staff were friendly and smiling, the ambiance was great, and the lighting really enhanced the atmosphere. I started with an appetizer recommended by the sweetest couple at the bar, the crab cakes, and they were superb! The crab cakes were one of the highlights of the meal. For dinner I ordered the filet (med rare), truffle mac and cheese, and brussel sprouts. All were very delicious but if I did it again, I have something else other than the steak. The steak was cooked perfectly, I've just had better. The mac and cheese I would recommend and order again. The brussels were delicious but again, I've had better elsewhere. For dessert I ordered the creme brulee and that was delicious. As a gift they did give me a dessert treat, I believe it was Banana Foster's and sorbet, both were very tasty. I would recommend Eddie V's for a date night experience or is you just want to treat yourself (like me)

Written 21 September 2022

jisantangelo

Wayne28 contributions

Great Food and Service

Sept 2023 • none

Very nice looking and feeling high end steak house. It offered both inside (2 floors) and outdoor seating as well as a vibrant bar area. We sat inside on the first floor. There was a very pleasant Jazz band that played during dinner. Our table had a greeting card for us and ride bus as we were celebrating our anniversary. Our waiter was Robert who was very knowledgeable, responsive and personable. We were given a complimentary glass of champagne. We had the lobster bisque and baratta as starters, both were excellent. We ordered the NY strip and filet mignon as main courses. The filet seemed to be overcooked, but before we could ask the waiter, the manner came over and apologized that they had delivered the order to the wrong table. Very impressed as they brought the problem to our attention. I would heartily recommend this place and look forward to trying others in this chain.

Written 24 September 2023

Philip D

Spring93 contributions

Unexpected Delight upon our travel

June 2021 • couples

Unexpected Delight upon our post pandemic return to travel. Javier was a willing participant in our quest for a tasty and delicious meal. Lobster Tacos and crab cake stole the show however warm goat cheese salad and seasonal burrata and basil salad were palate pleasers. While there are so many excuses awaiting your post pandemic return an experience at Eddie V will save the day.

Written 14 June 2021

Greg S

Chandler108 contributions

Anniversary Celebration

June 2023 • couples

Overall we had a great experience on this occasion (our 17th wedding anniversary). This location has a nice "vibe" that we like. We also like the live music. The one damper on the evening was the waitress felt it necessary to explain to us what ala cart meant. I don't know if that was because we are Black or if that is due to some other criteria she used. On previous occasions we've eaten at Eddie V's La Jolla, Fleming's, Truluck's, Ruth Chris and Donovan's La Jolla to name a few, so we're quite familiar with what ala cart means. That comment factored into the tip and this review. Suggestion to restaurant management: Please advise your staff to not make assumptions about the guests. Let the questions from the guests guide the interaction or ask if guests have any questions about the menu.

Written 3 June 2023

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