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Hours
Sun
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mon
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tue
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wed
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thu
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fri
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sat
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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4.5
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PRICE RANGE
$47.00 – $78.00
CUISINES
American, Seafood
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
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Can a vegetarian person get a good meal at this restaurant?
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About
Top of the Market, a separate upstairs restaurant where guests can enjoy an expanded wine list, distinctive desserts and exceptional seafood offerings. Launched in 1989, Top of the Market in San Diego has continued to provide each guest with a memorable dining experience, starting with the best and freshest seafood available.
PRICE RANGE
$47.00 – $78.00
CUISINES
American, Seafood
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Free Wifi, Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
644 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
157
Average
41
Poor
17
Terrible
13
Truthfultraveler1
Charlotte287 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
It took me almost all week in San Diego to find a restaurant which knew service and food quality but I finally found it. They offer the FUFU food, if you want it, or they can make any of your items as simple as you want them. I am a professional Food Service Consultant and just came from a 4 star restaurant in Quebec, Canada, and they couldn't do nearly as well as this location did. You will need a reservation and a great advantage they have is they have another Fish restaurant downstairs and they can get anything from their dessert menu as well. The Apple Crisp was a perfect ending to a great meal. From someone who is very hard to impress "WELL DONE "
Written 18 February 2020
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hartlife
Columbus53 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
After spending a few hours at the USS Midway Museum we were ready for lunch and went to the Top of the Market. It was a beautiful day, so we sat on the patio even though the view is actually better inside the restaurant.
The service was top notch all the way through. Our server was polite and attentive and had an engaging personality that was not intrusive at all.
My wife ordered the Lobster roll. While it claims to be "New England" style it has a bit of a California touch. This is not bad at all. She very much enjoyed it. It comes with choice of fries or salad and she got the fries. They are perfectly cooked and nicely seasoned.
I ordered the fish and chips, The claw was ok, not great. The fries were very good, the same as my wife's. The fish was lightly battered and very tasty.
The complimentary bread is served warm and is excellent as is the butter that is brought with it.
The view of the bay is wonderful of course as boats, ships, and Naval aircraft come and go.
Written 20 February 2020
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OurDailyPastry
145 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
We got a table next to the window at sunset - the restaurant overlooks the harbor. Being on the coast fresh seafood shouldn't be hard to get & it was excellent - much better than the Midwest where we hail from. Lastly, Brian, our server was truly a cut above the norm & we wanted to acknowledge that. He knew the menu inside & out, made great recommendations, and just made our experience that much more enjoyable. He had a young man working with him & we unfortunately have forgotten his name, but he was very personable as well.
The menu is extensive, but if you enjoy seafood you will find multiple choices.
Written 10 February 2020
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Rosendo G
Borrego Springs20 contributions
July 2020 • couples
If you go to The Fish Market, ask for Leah. She's an outstanding waitress. When I went to this restaurant, 7/12/2020, it was outdoor dining only due to COVID19 mitigations. They did a wonderful job arranging the outdoor area next to the Bob Hope Memorial. There wasn't enough umbrellas to provide shade for the guests. They kept seating people at tables with no shade. The sun was brutal. Leadership forgot to treat people like they would want to be treated. The food was great thank goodness. It was painful to watch patrons endure the sun while eating.
Written 13 July 2020
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Martha T
Belmont113 contributions
Feb 2020 • business
Setting and seating excellent right on the water and adjacent to the USS Midway - wonderful water view at night - we were 15 min late but called and they happily held our table. Food was delicious. Had crab cakes which was just right having arrived from the east coast and didn’t need heavy food after a long travel day. At the end of our meal, we had ringside seats for fireworks in the aircraft carrier next to us ( a private celebration). Would give 5 stars but the wait staff was very slow at the beginning with all the early stuff that should be clockwork. And they were out of beets dish and sea bass. Would go there again.
Written 31 January 2020
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Debbie S
Houston35 contributions
Jan 2023 • couples
Apparently I made a reservation for the restaurant downstairs online in error and when we arrived at Top Of The Market they acted like they were so full but made accommodations for us but in reality they were not busy, however we waited 10 minutes after we were seated before we were even acknowledged. Our waitress was Ciaran and she was apparently working in another part of the restaurant as we would go periods of time without seeing her but again restaurant was not busy.
We asked about the lobster since it was local and she described it to us and when we ordered it a few minutes later she said they were out of it (as a server, shouldn’t you know that) we were highly disappointed but “props” to Ciaran she went downstairs and secured one for us, we also ordered salmon which was very good. For an appetizer we had oysters which were ridiculous, 3 of them were small and the other 3 we needed binoculars to see. I don’t even know what to say about the dessert menu, nothing interesting at all. Both my husband and I said it was our Anniversary when we arrived and when we were seated and after we received our bill and after we watched the couple across from us receive complimentary bubbles AND a cupcake for her Birthday week I asked do you not do anything for Anniversaries and out server said she wasn’t informed it was our Anniversary “would you like some bubbles”, REALLY!? Yes please. We didn’t get a cupcake.
One last thing which was the worst, we sat there for 15 minutes with a full table of finished plates and no one cleared the table.
We chose this restaurant for our special Anniversary from reviews and they fell extremely short of any expectations we had.
Written 13 January 2023
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MBcitySanDiego
San Diego108 contributions
Feb 2023 • couples
Disappointed.
My husband and I dined here for our anniversary. After being seated and given menus, the waitress did not return for 10 minutes. There were maybe 8 other tables max and also other servers, so the restaurant was not that busy.
We ordered the tuna crudo as an appetizer and it was quite spicy which masked the flavor of the tuna. We had the bread basket too,, which is not worth $5 and should be provided for free as a part of the dining experience. I had the market salad which was overly dressed so that I only tasted the vinaigrette. My main course was the east coast scallops. The scallops themselves were ok, but everything else on the plate tasted terrible.
Service between all courses was extremely slow. I had to ask for a water refill three times.
The view is nice, but the whole interior looks like it was last redone in 1994.
I'll spend my hard earned money elsewhere, thanks.
Written 26 February 2023
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E4149VCrobertc
Phoenix19 contributions
Dec 2022 • none
We had a group of 12 for dinner. Had to sign a contract for minimum $2,000 plus tip and taxes. I usually shy away from contracts for dinner since all you are getting is a nicer view room and some privacy. But, the food was good. Appetizers nice and of good quality. Everyone was happy with their meal. Just one minor thing. I ordered the Wagyu steak and lobster. Wagyu is supposed to be tender. But, they used sirloin cuts vs a filet and it was, quite frankly, tough. Sad but true. So, if you are going to advertise Wagyu Japanese steak as a big deal, they why not use the filet vs a sirloin for tenderness? At about $65, I expected more. Had surf and turf at the Brigantine for less money and the filet was astounding. Anyway, the folks that ate all enjoyed their entrees. I understand the contract but in many cases it winds up being more money vs what you are actually served. If I went back, it would be in a smaller group to avoid a contract. Oh, and they took at $250 deposit, just so you know. May not matter to some, just informational for a larger group.
Written 16 December 2022
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Lee F
Richardson448 contributions
Mar 2020 • couples
Lovely view and comfortable sitting in glassed area where view was great and protected from sun. Service was attentive. Crab cakes good, but had excess filler and mayo—presentation nice. Swordfish tacos OK, but I am always disappointed in the messiness of tacos—-not for fine dining. Fish and chips—fish a bit soggy, but fries excellent. This would not be a restaurant for someone who does not like fish. Very busy. I wonder if this would be assume if this restaurant were located in a less busy location. It was good, but I would likely not go back.
Written 7 March 2020
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CAgirlqt
Los Angeles794 contributions
Oct 2022 • friends
As most have said, this restaurant has a wonderful location with wonderful views. It is considered fine dining and tables are set as such. However, we ended up sitting in a small area which was extremely noisy. They were only three tables. Had we known we probably would’ve asked to be reseated, since it was still quite early. That being said, we did order our meal and our waitress seem to be quite forgetful. I ordered the scallops and my friend the halibut. We both ordered salads and I have provided pictures. Although our dinner was good, I just did not have the sense that I was experiencing fine dining. Good but not exceptional. I would also add that this restaurant is pricey, à la cart.
Written 4 November 2022
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EnjoyingTheWorld7
Iowa City246 contributions
Feb 2020 • friends
A group of us had dinner here after a long day at sunset to celebrate a friend’s birthday. The view was beautiful, the food was good, and the atmosphere positive. As the lone vegetarian, I was a little worried but it ended up being no problem. I had a pasta dish with fresh vegetables and my choice of sauce. Excellent! At the end of the meal, the birthday girl got a birthday macaroon with a candle. Lovely evening!
Written 5 February 2020
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Chapin H
11 contributions
Mar 2020 • none
After we took the Midway Tour and stopped at the unconditional surrender statute, we had an early dinner at Top of the Market. The Tuna Crudo was fabulous with the Chili-lime vinaigrette complimenting the super-fresh tuna. The Salt Spring Black Mussels were plentiful and flavorful. The Grilled Spanish Octopus is the real deal, not breaded calamari. We had a fabulous view overlooking the water.
Written 15 March 2020
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walhalla93057
Federal Way12 contributions
Jan 2020 • business
Our team dined at the Top of the Market in San Diego this week. Great food and the service was good. They charged a set up fee of $46 in addition to the 18% tip. There was no setup required. No restaurant has charged me this fee in the past. Talked to a manager about it without results or satisfactory explanation.
Written 10 January 2020
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diinslc
North Salt Lake664 contributions
Jan 2023 • couples
We had an absolutely fabulous pre-cruise meal at Top of the Market, complete with tasty food and excellent service. Pre dinner drinks were ok, and quite pricey. The grilled octopus appetizer was nicely done and presented and the smoked fish appetizer was delicious and so plentiful, I could have made it my meal. The kitchen makes great use of their grill and smoke!
By the time my tuna arrived, I was pretty well satisfied already and yet it was so delicious I enjoyed nearly all of it even thought he arugula described in the menu turned out to be butter lettuce. Hubby’s bass was locally sourced. He did not care for the grilled vegetables. All was accompanied by a nice wine recommended by our waiter.
The pot de creme was divine.
Throughout the meal service was superb, just the right amount of attention and privacy. The bill was quite high but it truly was a fine dining experience with a great view.
Written 13 January 2023
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Fran. R.
San Diego8 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
Quite simply amazing creations! Adding to it the water view, you're left with an excellent quality time. Follow the suggestions, they know what good is to try if you're hesitant. Everything we had was mouthful and tasty. A bit pricey when you add wines to meals. I suppose the rent must have gotten more expensive.
Written 22 February 2020
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