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Tidal - Reviews

1404 Vacation Rd, 92109 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
472

Reviews

69.3%

Satisfaction

117

negative

28

neutral

327

positive

What people say about Tidal

Price per Person
  • $71–$80
Visit Type
  • Special Occasion
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Trevor H.
Review date: 12/20/2025
10
Amazing Anniversary Dinner with Perfect Service
We had the most amazing anniversary dinner here. We couldn’t find a single flaw — perfect drinks, perfect food, and perfect service from Esteban. He absolutely made our night. The ribeye and halibut were to die for and the seasonal pumpkin pie tiramisu was delicious.
  • drinks10
  • food10
  • service10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Kristiana L.
Review date: 12/13/2025
10
Amazing Food, Service, and View!
My experience at this restaurant was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Chef Charlotte and her staff provided incredibly warm and welcoming service from the moment we walked in. The staff was attentive, inquired about food allergies, and was both kind and knowledgeable throughout the evening. The food was outstanding, perfectly cooked and full of flavor. We enjoyed the ribeye medallions, broccolini, macaroni and cheese, and crème brûlée – some of the best food I’ve had in a long time. The cocktails were delicious too. The view from the patio is a must-see! I'm already planning my next visit and highly recommend dining here.
  • staff10
  • food10
  • ribeye medallions10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Brandi
Review date: 11/13/2025
9
Amazing Dinner and Service!
Wow ! What an amazing dinner we had tonight. We traveled here from New York and found this hidden gem! Excellent food, excellent customer service! Our waiter Esteban was excellent in listening to foods we like and making the perfect selection for us ! Thank you so much !
  • dinner9
  • food9
  • customer service10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Stephanie G.
Review date: 07/20/2025
10
Amazing Experience with Great Food & Drinks!
If I could give 6 stars, I would. Melissa is amazing – literally one of the best experiences ever. Conner the Hostess was so contagious with positive energy. The food was hot, flavorful, and came so quickly. Highly recommend! And if you read my other reviews… you’ll know I do not give these lightly! Ohhhh and DO NOT miss the drinks. We had a smoked old fashioned with mezcal and it was to die for.
  • Melissa10
  • Conner the Hostess10
  • food10
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Michelle A.
Review date: 07/18/2025
7
Great Dinner, Poor Gluten-Free Options
My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. For dinner, the menu is great, and the chef really knows what he’s doing. The service in the evening is also exceptional. I particularly enjoyed the coffee, which is one of my favorite things about this place. The location is right off the bay, offering a beautiful setting for dining. However, if you eat gluten-free, I would not recommend this place for breakfast or lunch. They don’t offer substitutions. The only gluten-free options available were oatmeal and fruit. All other protein dishes come on bread, which I was told could not be substituted. Even when a smaller portion was offered on bread, it was the same price for less than half the portion.
  • dinner menu9
  • chef10
  • service in the evening9
  • gluten free substitutions2
  • substitutions2
  • portion size3
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Robert1776
Review date: 06/01/2025
9
Impressive Food and Great Service!
My experience at this restaurant was very impressive. The menu offered plenty of options, and I was very pleased with my choice. I ordered the bone-in ribeye steak with potatoes and broccolini. The steak was incredibly tender and delicious. The service was great as well. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
  • menu9
  • bone-in ribeye steak10
  • potatoes and broccolini8
Price per Person
  • $61–$70
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Moderate (16–30 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Nayeli M.
Review date: 05/25/2025
7
Delicious Food, Frustrating Service Wait
My experience at this restaurant was a mix of delicious food and a frustrating service wait. The food was absolutely delicious, definitely worth coming for. I highly recommend the bread service; it was delicious! However, even with a reservation, we had to wait 25 minutes to be seated. This was particularly frustrating as I am pregnant. It would have been nice if the staff had been more considerate or communicative about the delay. Additionally, we noted 'baby-moon' on our reservation, but no one acknowledged it or offered anything due to their delay. While the food was great, the service experience could be improved.
  • food10
  • bread service10
  • waiting time2
  • staff3
  • service experience3
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Christy B.
Review date: 05/23/2025
3
Great Service, Terrible Chicken
My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. The atmosphere was nice and the service was good. However, the chicken was the worst I have ever eaten and was not worth the money at all.
  • atmosphere7
  • service8
  • chicken1
  • money2
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Izz
Review date: 05/18/2025
10
Awesome Experience with Delicious Food!
My experience at this restaurant on 5/17 was absolutely awesome. Our waiter was incredibly kind and thoughtful, ensuring our experience was great. The carpaccio, crab cake, and Mac and cheese were all 10/10 ♥️.
  • carpaccio10
  • crab cake10
  • Mac and cheese10
Price per Person
  • $81–$90
Visit Type
  • Special Occasion
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Georgia B.
Review date: 04/13/2025
10
Absolutely Amazing Experience!
If Google had the option to give more than 5 stars, I would give this place 12, 457 stars! The service was absolutely AMAZING. I wish I could afford to buy everyone who works here a shot, but alas, I'm broke. (Thank you, honey, for paying for it, love you 😙). Seriously though, this place is by far one of the best restaurants I've ever been to. The food, drinks, and service were all exceptional. Shoutout to Aaron for being the best bartender ever! It was the best 25th birthday ever!
  • service10
  • food10
  • drinks10

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