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Island Prime
Elevated waterfront dining with stunning bay views and exceptional steaks and seafood.
5(5 reviews)
Restaurant
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Elevated waterfront dining with stunning bay views and exceptional steaks and seafood.
Island Prime offers a premier fine dining experience on Harbor Island in San Diego, combining breathtaking views of the bay with expertly crafted American cuisine. Specializing in prime steaks, fresh seafood, and an extensive bar selection, the restaurant provides an upscale atmosphere perfect for celebrations, romantic dinners, and business gatherings. Known for its attentive service and beautifully presented dishes, Island Prime delivers a memorable culinary journey with a focus on quality and hospitality.
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Expertly grilled cuts including ribeye and filet mignon, cooked to perfection with premium seasoning.
High-quality seafood like calamari, scallops, and coconut shrimp, prepared with care and skill.
Enjoy breathtaking views of San Diego Bay and passing ships in an elegant, relaxed setting.
An extensive drink menu featuring delicious cocktails, wine, and spirits to complement your meal.
Perfect for celebrations with attentive service, romantic ambiance, and customizable experiences.
The ribeye showed up like it had something to prove: perfectly seasoned, beautifully cooked, and sitting at that ideal medium-rare sweet spot. The lobster bisque was rich and flavorful, and bonus points to the staff for splitting it into two bowls so we could share without awkward spoon negotiations. The view? Gorgeous. The parking situation? A bit of a plot twist. Lots of spots are reserved for valet, so unless you get lucky, just accept your fate and valet. The popovers were such a treat: warm, buttery, and dangerously easy to keep reaching for. One small hiccup: we never got a steak knife.. but the ribeye was so tender it didn’t matter, it practically surrendered on its own. Service was top-notch: attentive without hovering, and the kind of staff that makes you feel like you’re the only table in the room.
I’ve eaten at countless restaurants over my 31 years, but nothing and I mean nothing compares to the calamari here. It was hands-down the best calamari I’ve ever had in my life: perfectly crisp, tender, and seasoned to absolute perfection. If I could give it 100stars, I would! The coconut shrimp was also out of this world lightly breaded, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. And the fish and chips (with hush puppies!) were equally fantastic. Every dish was clearly made with care, love, and skill. If you’re looking for a place that knows how to do seafood right, this is it. I’ll be dreaming about that calamari until my next visit! Shout out to Chef Deborah!!!
Let me start off by saying that SETH and company were absolutely amazing tonight! Seth was very attentive and explained the menu VERY well and very knowledgeable of everything in house! He made us feel welcomed and right at home! Every recommendation he made, it delivered! The cooks are amazing. My only complaint would have to be THINNER asparagus needed!! The food came out in a very timely manner! We will most definitely be visiting this location again
Celebrating 23 years of marriage tonight, we chose Island Prime; a great decision! The food was absolutely amazing, the views were breathtaking, and the service overall was very good. Our waiter was friendly, professional, and attentive, which made the evening enjoyable. We enjoyed the filet mignon and scallops! However, the experience started on a slightly off note — the hostesses didn’t greet us, so we ended up greeting them first. A warm welcome would set the tone for the exceptional experience that follows. Additionally, while our waiter was excellent, we did feel a bit rushed to place our dinner order, which took away from the otherwise relaxed ambiance we enjoying our drinks to. All in all, Island Prime delivers on its reputation for fantastic food and views. With just a bit more attention at the host stand and a touch more breathing room when ordering, it could be a flawless experience. Oh, watch out for the phantom 5% extra fee they add to the bill. We do recommend the Island Prime experience!
My experience at Sea Level on Harbor Island today was absolutely outstanding! Our server, Nick, provided excellent service—attentive, friendly, and professional. The food was delicious and perfectly prepared, with a presentation that was spot on. The portions were huge, which is a great value. Everything was also reasonably priced, a welcome bonus these days. We thoroughly enjoyed the delicious drinks and the most beautiful atmosphere. Dining here offers an incredible view of the ships in the Bay. We can't wait to go back!
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