Since 1955, Bali Hai Restaurant has been a family-owned and operated “tiki temple,” offering picturesque views of the San Diego Bay. In April 2010, the restaurant was completely renovated by renowned architect Graham Downes and with a new modern Pacific Rim menu by Executive Chef Chris Powell.
2230 Shelter Island Dr (on Shelter Island) San Diego , CA 92106 United States
| Credit Cards | Yes (incl. Discover & Visa) |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Outdoor Seating | Yes |
| Wheelchair Accessible | Yes |
| Music | Live Music |
| Parking | Public Lot, Valet |
| Restroom | Yes |
| Menus | Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour |
| Drinks | Full Bar, Cocktails |
Mai Tai is solid booze, hence many endorsements, but crispy calamari with the perfect amount of chilli and lobster wonton tacos are sublime. Great buzz around the place at sunset - Mai Tais again!!!
Best Mai Tai ever. Beautiful view of the city from here. I highly recommend the Bali Hai for lunch or dinner if you are visiting San Diego.
Excellent Sunday brunch buffet , with generous champagne refills and excellent service. Also, the souvenir mug with the "Mr. Bali Hai" drink is definitely worth it for tiki aficionados.
Sit at the bar when Brian is working. Hands down the best Mai Tai , none of that garbage mix, just delicious rum . If you need something a little more mild, get the Goof Punch.
Happy Hour in the bar/lounge area M-F is a great deal. Although I don't mind full price for a Mai Tai or 3.
Call for a window reservation , the view is amazing. Make sure to go down to the fire on the esplanade after you eat, it is great!
Best seafood and fantastic service--a winner every time. Don't forget to order their world famous Bali Hai Mai Tai !
Get a Mai Tai . They're epic. After dinner , be sure to walk around the water outside. It's stunning!
I tried the lobster tacos and short rib tostada for restaurant week,highly recommend.
Best view to enjoy the rippen Maitai’s , they bring quite a kick
Mai Tai , Mai Tai , Mai Tai . In the warmer months, outside patio seating is the best in the harbor . Try the hummus plate with taro-root chips !
Strongest mai tai of my life. Classic tiki. Amazing view .
Famous for their Mai Tai 's. Best Mai Tai I've ever had (although it isn't my favorite cocktail ).
We love the Bali Hai for our Annual Tiki Oasis Meet & Mingle! Great space! Great food! Great drinks! Great service! Great views !
Enjoy your delicious MaiTai in an exotic shrunken head souvenir mug! Hangover included!!!
Black Cod was very delicious, similar to sea bass , very buttery and savory. Won't disappoint fish lovers
Come to Bali Hai Restaurant, recently awarded “Best View in San Diego .” Enjoy modern Cal-Asian menu by Chef Chris Powell and festive drinks, including the World Famous Bali Hai Mai Tai .
Mai Tai is all you need to know. Sit at the bar and enjoy!
Don't miss out on everything the Bali Hai has to offer. It's perfect for date night , special occasions , parties, girls' nights, and bar/boat hopping.
The food is fantastic and the view of San Diego at night is awesome!! Order the Mahi Mahi or the lobster risotto !
Amazing views and Mai tai has no juice ... Deadly! I got a daiquiri made with mango , so good!
Prepare for a Polynesian daze after drinking the high-octane Mai Tais . Stability is regained with dishes like kalua pork , pesto-cursted halibut and roasted chicken breast with fennel vinaigrette .
The view of the harbor and of San Diego are amazing. The Mai tai is strong but delicious. The kahlua pork is excellent!
Crabs and lobster delicious, non traditional country gravy for biscuits , applewood bacon awesome
Mai Tai , very good and strong.
Really great views ! Great food. The real deal mai tai
Strawberries and cream dessert is the perfect after meal dessert . Lite and amazing.
Delicious food and cocktails !! Great vibe and views !!
Pricey , but a must when in San Diego
The food that comes out of this kitchen is ridiculously good. Never had a bad bite
The Mai Tais are outrageous here!! $5.50 from 3-6pm happy hour mon-fri! Drink wisely!
I'm certain this has already been noted, but beware the Mai Tai - some of the bartenders do not taste the cocktail before serving it to the customer, which brings inconsistent quality to the drinks.
You have to try the signature melted ice cream ! It's melted!
Excellent food. Had tomato/mozzarella salad and the "green" something (vegetarian ). Delicious! As a tourist , highly recommend!
The best Mai Tai 's , view and excellent food Hawaiian style ! -Gary Wheeler | Our Rancho Santa Fe Branch Manager
Happy hour Mai Tais ! Only order one though...or you'll be calling a cab to get yourself home!
The Brussels sprouts are amazing! Don't drive after your mai tai
Try a few different Mai Tais .! Awesome view of downtown
Cocktails strong as hell... Great food... A restaurant that must not be missed !!
Incredible view of San Diego. Beautiful venue for a smallish wedding. The specialty Mai Tai packs a punch.
Beautiful view of the skyline.
The food is mediocre and overpriced but the ambiance is fun, the drinks are fabulous and the view is worth it.
The drinks are good, but the Mai Tai is killer good!
Mai Tai ... Best in the world.
Happy Hour Monday thru Friday 3:30-6:30
Great view ...strongest Mai Tai I've ever had!
Bali Ha'i, where the sky meets the sea
Get the Mai tai if you like the taste of gasoline and getting hammered off of one drink
The sea bass is amazing.
Must try the tuna burger , exceptional!
Try the Mai Tai's! - Vanessa Stone
Had crab salad, jumbo shrimp cocktail, fish tacos. Great food. Sit overlooking marina. Casual outdoor dining. Great food. Wine and beer also. - Stephanie Rosenfeld
Sunday brunch, sunset dinners...best in San Diego. Fresh sea food, truffle fries...just delicious, fresh food. Wait staff is top notch - Suzanne Gonzales-Webb
Their grilled fish tacos are incredible! Enjoy them with a bottle of wine. - Matt Rosenberg
Great small venue, especially for the fortysomething crowd… - Roger Wong
Great place to walk or run. About 1.5 mile loop - Hollie Sick
They always have a rotating collection of Tiki Farm Tiki Mugs available for purchase at a great price. - j snod