The Brigantine Portside

Americas - USA West San Diego
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Had a quick dinner Sunday evening at the sorta new Brigantine Portside (old Anthony’s on the harbor, next to the Star of India) before a concert at the Rady Shell (because the food at the Shell isn’t all that great)

Granted, Sunday evening isn’t always the best day for a restaurant, and this meal did nothing to dispell that rumor. Here’s the rundown:

One of the worst Manhattan’s I’ve ever had. Tasted like an Old Fashioned. Sent it back, replacement Manhattan was only marginally better. The ones I make at home are SUBSTANTIALLY better.

Clam chowder was tasty but very salty

Crab cake was mushy, a lot of filler and fishy tasting. Hard pass on this one, we couldn’t finish it

Lobster tempura tacos, on the other hand, were actually very good. I would order this again, but the tacos are gigantor and come with fries AND sauteed vegetables. It’s a good plate to split, which is what I did.

Service, however, was excellent, far better than the food.

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At least it’s in an attractive restaurant complex. I think they did a nice job with that. We’ve had cocktails with a view at another restaurant upstairs and enjoyed them, but I can’t recall the name of the place.

Manhattans used to be one of my favorite drinks, but now we’re into Rob Roys (and classic martinis).

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The only thing worth getting at the brig are fish tacos and beer. I always recommend the del Mar location for happy hour with that caveat.

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We’ve had some pretty good dinners at the Brigantine on Shelter Island. I’ve never had lunch there, though.

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Yes, the Brig is known for their fish tacos and they are good. I’ve had good plates at their La Mesa location.

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