I've been to Poseidon a handful of times now and always have an okay time! The food is pretty good, the service is okay, but the view is beautiful! Definitely sit outside on the patio - where you get a front row view of the waves.
Poseidon seems to be a staple for the North County / Del Mar folk, but I'm not quite sure it lives up to all the hype. Still recommend you to try it, if for the sunset alone!
Pros : Amazing view!!!
Cons : Parking (valet is only $3 - but my car was so dirty I was too embarrassed and had to pay $2/hour meter parking.)
The location on the beach at Del Mar is second to none. Get there early, especially on weekends, for the best tables inside and out even if you have a reservation. Experience Californian sunsets (with legendary green flash), ocean breezes, and a walk along the beach post-meal to help work it off. My kids also love to jump in the ocean after lunch. Oh plus the food and service are excellent!
The best thing about Posiedon is the location. The food is average and the service is average. The food is a little over priced in my opinion. The sunset and views are amazing. I don't know if its worth the price and wait though. It can get very crowded at sunset. I always make a reservation if I go.
Pros : Views
Cons : Average food and service, and a little pricey. The valet line can be LONG when you are leaving, if you are are lucky enough to get valet before the lot fills up.
Price Range : N/A
Recommended : Yes
Review Date : 06/26/2007
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Poseidon has come a long way since a few years back. They have completely renovated the entire restaurant. I think they put about 2 million into it. It looks great. they struggled with quality food for a year or so after they renovated but they have finally got the whole place in top shape. The food is now very good, I recommend trying the lunch fish specials. The have a great pear walnut chicken salad. The shrimp appetiser with the mango dipping sauce is also great. Probably the main reason I go here almost weekly is because it is located right on the beach with only a small 3 foot high cement wall separating you from the sand and the waves. Having a cocktail here and watching the sunset is something special.
Pros : On the ocean, beautiful views, good food, friendly staff
Cons : The food is not the best but still good, if you get the wrong server the service can be marginal.
Price Range : $10 - $25
Recommended : Yes
Review Date : 03/07/2007
This review helped 4 persons which earned the reviewer 4 Mojo Points.
The atmosphere and location are ideal for a happy hour. Sitting a few feet from the beach sipping a drink after a long week of work is very relaxing at Poseidon. Mark is one of the better bar tenders in San Diego County.
Pros : Great atmosphere for Happy Hour and great bar tenders.
Cons : Gets crowded during Happy Hours.
Price Range : $10 - $25
Recommended : Yes
Review Date : 03/05/2007
This review helped 3 persons which earned the reviewer 3 Mojo Points.
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