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California Fish Grill - Reviews

8285 Mira Mesa Blvd, 92126 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
472

Reviews

72.9%

Satisfaction

99

negative

29

neutral

344

positive

What people say about California Fish Grill

Service Intent
  • Regular Visit
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Josue R.
Review date: 12/29/2025
2
Disappointed by Menu Changes
I used to consider this my favorite go-to spot because of the Salmon Power Bowl, Salmon Tacos, and Salmon Burger. Unfortunately, they have removed all those options from the menu.
  • Salmon Power Bowl2
  • Salmon Tacos2
  • Salmon Burger2
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Service Intent
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Charlie
Review date: 12/15/2025
3
Tiny Portions, High Price
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing due to the extremely small portions for the price. For $40, I felt I received "basically nothing. " If you have a small appetite, this might be the place for you. The food itself was clean, but the portions were very, very, very small. 👍🏻
  • appetite5
  • food7
  • portions2
  • price2
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Tyga H.
Review date: 11/22/2025
8
Healthy, Tasty Keto Options
My experience at this restaurant was quite positive, especially considering I'm currently on a keto diet. The food is a healthy option yet it is tasty, and the portions are plentiful. There were plenty of options for keto, which is a major plus. The service is solid, with a score of 5. However, the vibe could improve a bit; it feels like a cafeteria, and the atmosphere score was 3. It's interesting to note that none of the guests were obese, which is not a common sighting nowadays, and I believe it's because the food is a healthy choice. I will definitely come again.
  • food8
  • service10
  • healthy option9
  • vibe4
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Sinh N.
Review date: 10/30/2025
7
Great Food, Terrible Cup!
WHYYYYY ? WHY do you have good food, good employees, and a good spot, BUT have this cup? This cup is low quality, weak material, and has a stupid design. I just pulled it softly, and the cap flew away easily, faster than an ex. It flashed to my clothes, making it wet and dirty, which is not comfortable. I couldn't go to work and had to head home after this. The employee told me that this happens often. Omg. Where is your responsibility? Manager? Boss? Shout out to Ms. Shelly. She served professionally and handled the situation amazingly. Bravo. I love the food. Skin on Fish with rice 8. 5/10, Shrimp 7/10, Mango drink 6/10, Pineapple skewer 9/10, Ahi Poke 9/10. 3pm Oct 30 2025.
  • good food9
  • good employees9
  • good spot9
  • cup2
  • low quality2
  • weak material2
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Wandering I. P.
Review date: 10/10/2025
9
Delicious Sustainable Seafood Experience
My experience at California Fish Grill in Mira Mesa was fantastic! I really appreciate their commitment to sourcing sustainable, great-tasting seafood. We thoroughly enjoyed the ahi tuna poke bowl, the giant shrimp plate, and the grilled swai. The food arrived quickly, and the staff were all very nice and accommodating. We also appreciated being able to sit on the dog-friendly patio. I definitely recommend this place!
  • sustainable seafood10
  • ahi tuna poke bowl9
  • giant shrimp plate9
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Service Intent
  • Family Dinner
Group Type
  • Family
Group Size
  • Small Group
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Aaliyah L.
Review date: 10/08/2025
9
Loyal Customers, Fresh Food, Great Service
As loyal customers, my family and I have consistently experienced freshly made food and exceptionally friendly staff, even during busy periods. The staff is never rude, which is a testament to their professionalism. They are also very accommodating of dietary restrictions, readily consulting their book to ensure guests with needs like mine (no meat, dairy, or eggs) can enjoy their meal. For those looking to relax, they even offer small bottles of wine. The kid-friendly menus and plenty of free parking make it a convenient choice for families. We highly recommend the Fish and Chips.
  • freshly made food10
  • staff10
  • dietary restrictions9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Service Intent
  • Quick Meal
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Richard R.
Review date: 09/25/2025
9
Wonderful Lunch with Great Food and Service
We had a wonderful lunch here for the first time! Ordering and paying at the counter via a touchscreen was straightforward. The menu offered a great variety of grilled and fried seafood options, salads, and soups, and everything we tried was delicious. A minor point of feedback is that we wished we had seen the fountain drinks before paying $3. 99 each for two cans of Diet Pepsi. The servers were friendly and helpful, bringing our food to the table and checking in on us. The shrimp salad bowl was particularly great, with a generous amount of grilled shrimp. My tuna was a bit overcooked but still delicious. The sides were also good: the tomatoes with cheese were great, and the street corn was nicely spiced, though it could have used a little cheese. Overall, we experienced great service, reasonably priced food, and great food.
  • grilled and fried seafood options9
  • salads, soups8
  • servers9
  • fountain drinks3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Portia D.
Review date: 08/09/2025
10
Pleasant Staff and Better Than Mission Valley
My experience at this restaurant was positive, especially when compared to the Mission Valley location. The staff here were incredibly pleasant, making the visit enjoyable. The food, service, and atmosphere all received a perfect score of 5, indicating a high level of satisfaction across the board. The noise level was also a plus, being quiet and making it easy to talk.
  • staff10
  • food10
  • service10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Moderate (16–30 min.)
David A.
Review date: 07/13/2025
7
Good Rock Fish, Watch Out for Rice Upgrade
My experience at the restaurant was good overall. When ordering on the screen, be aware that the picture shown does not always match what you receive. I ordered the rock fish, which was pretty good and I would recommend it. However, if you want rice, you have to pay extra to upgrade to it. Despite this, the meal was good.
  • rock fish8
  • Food8
  • rice upgrade4
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Service Intent
  • Food Exploration
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Deepak S.
Review date: 06/29/2025
10
Excellent Food, Ambiance, and Service!
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic! The food was incredibly tasty and arrived quickly. I was impressed by the extensive information boards detailing the variety of seafood and their nutritional content. The ambience and service were also top-notch, both receiving a perfect score. I highly recommend trying this place out!
  • food10
  • service10
  • ambience10

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