333 Pacific
Cohn Restaurant fans take note: the San Diego restaurateur powerhouse has brought their fine dining expertise to Oceanside with their restaurant, 333 Pacific. It is an ode to Southern California, with breath-taking views of its seaside setting, innovative California cuisine, and a faultlessly stylish design aesthetic. Located on the first floor of the Wyndham Oceanfront Pier Resort, diners can feast on clever creations like Bleu Cheese Crusted Kobe Beef Meatloaf and Maine Diver Scallops seared in apple cider, while enjoying a stunning, panoramic view of the Oceanside Pier and beach. 333 Pacific promises a welcome invigoration of the North County dining scene.
Read More ...333 Pacific: A Delicious Oceanic Ode
Against a quintessentially Southern California beach backdrop, 333 Pacific’s posh modernity distinguishes it from the surf shops and casual eateries that pepper Oceanside’s North Pacific Street. The restaurant is the newest fine dining endeavor by the Cohn Restaurant Group, and promises the same level of creative cuisine, exquisite service, and distinctive decor. Both in its atmosphere and cuisine, 333 Pacific not only reflects its ocean surroundings, but, like binoculars, focuses on new details, and guides diners toward gastronomic discovery.
Distracted by the iconic San Diego setting of swaying palms, crashing waves, and clear blue skies, we nearly miss 333 Pacific’s subtle sign. Upon entering the restaurant we are struck by the dining room’s visual appeal. The Lounge’s large circular bar with its towering display of over 100 different vodkas sets the sophisticated tone for the evening; low upholstered banquettes and high counters with bar stools cluster around it, promising intimate Happy Hour rendezvous. Dimming sunlight filters in through panoramic windows, and we are momentarily arrested by the calm beauty of the Oceanside Pier and glistening sandy beach in front of us. A covered porch overlooking stunning vistas offers up salty sea aromas with protection from brisk breezes. The main dining room is a mixture of textures: exposed cement accent walls reference industrial docks, leather and Op-Art ovoid designs suggest a retro-hip modernity, while rock accents and a naturalistic color scheme of earth tones and cool blues mirror the surrounding landscape. It is an atmosphere that blends the ease of Southern California beach culture with a suave, metropolitan luxury.
Basking in our lush environment, we peruse the menu and wine list in eager anticipation of our feast. 333 Pacific’s extensive collection of over 200 wines offers tasteful, trend-conscious selections, with wines organized according to type and region, in addition to more modish sections like “Female Wine Makers” and “Eco Wines.” The menu is similarly exhaustive, offering a multitude of oceanic odes punctuated by diverse and tantalizing flavor pairings.
The House Salad and Beet Salad “Carpaccio” appear before us in bountifully green tandem. The deep burgundy and sunny gold of the Beet Salad immediately catches my eye. Thin slices of golden and red beets ring a massive mound of verdant arugula, crowned by fried capers and speckles of goat cheese. It proves to be as well-balanced in flavor as it is visually, with each ingredient layering texture and taste: the slight bitterness of the arugula juxtaposes with the goat cheese’s creamy sharpness and beets, while a generous dosing of pepper and the subtle, and unifying application of truffle oil punctuates the palate.
While the House Salad was first eclipsed by the Beet Salad’s color explosion, its merits soon shine through. A delicious and refreshing concoction of mixed greens, pomegranate vinaigrette, plum tomatoes, and hearts of palm, the salad manages to impart a complex progression of flavors: the earthy pomegranate vinaigrette and slightly briny hearts of palm are activated by the acidic burst of tomatoes between the teeth. Long crispy parmesan croutons add salty intensity and a welcome crunch. Refreshing and weighty, earthy and light, these two salads invigorate the palate and prepare our salivary glands for what is to come.
The Citrus Shrimp and Blue Crab Ceviche arrives in a stem-less martini glass, like a delightful aperitif. It resembles a festive present, celebrating gastronomic splendor, with curled lime slices intertwining with green pea shoots, sprinkled with bonito flake “confetti.” Below these delectable “party favors,” pink shrimps and white chunks of crab swim in an orangey-pink sea of citrus juices. The zing of citrus, with the underlying sweetness of pink grapefruit first puckers the palate, followed by the smoky, fishy flavor of the bonito flakes. The shrimp and crab meat are subtle and buttery, punctuated by a lingering heat from the surprisingly subtle application of serrano chilies. It is a revitalizing gift to the tongue.
The Sweet Chili Calamari is an inviting tangle of sticky, sesame-crusted rings, accented by a frizz of frisee on the plate. Inspired by the sweet spiciness of orange chicken, the innovation of this staple snack is a deft balance of textures and flavors. Each calamari segment is lightly coated in rice flour and then fried, giving it a hint of batter without imparting greasiness. The sriracha and citrus in the sauce alternately heat and cool the palate, while the coriander, green onion, and sesame seeds add spicy, fresh, nutty notes to encourage delicious nuances. As I lick the sticky spiciness from my lips contentedly, I am completely in accord with popular opinion, which has already crowned this dish as a favorite.
The Crab, Shrimp, and Lobster Cake is presented, encircled by swashes of color from a chunky mango salsa on one side, and a smear of ancho chili aioli on the other. Pressing the fork through the golden, pan-fried exterior, the cake’s sumptuously flaky insides are revealed: a mixture of buttery shellfish meats that make for a sublimely opulent take on the familiar crab cake. The cake’s accompaniments amplify the flavors in opposite yet complementary ways, with the fresh cilantro and sweet mango enlivening the sweetness of the shellfish and the smokiness of the chili aioli galvanizing the fried crunchiness. Like the Ceviche, the Crab, Shrimp, and Lobster Cake invigorates the palate and prepares it for further flavor forays.
The Grilled Local Swordfish, Seared Maine Diver Scallops, and Gouda Mac and Cheese arrive simultaneously in a climactic gastronomic barrage. Crisscrossed with grill marks, the large swordfish steak is propped against a foundation of two golden manchego cheese and potato croquettes. This delicious structure at one end of the plate contrasts with the minimalist distribution of mussels swimming in a saffron butter emulsion at the other end. A sprinkling of Mediterranean relish, dominated by green and black olives, plum tomatoes, and fried capers, adds warm autumnal colors. The unadorned swordfish meat is grilled expertly, adding a smoky char. The meat acts as a near-blank flavor canvas onto which the accompanying components are layered: the salty brine and sweet roasted tomatoes and peppers blending with the acidity and richness of the saffron emulsion to enliven the meaty swordfish. The mussels at the far end of the plate reveal a rare treat, their chewy flesh having soaked up the buttery emulsion to create a velvety, textural surprise.
In juxtaposition to the Swordfish’s lightness, the Gouda Mac and Cheese revels in unabashed richness. Served simply in a silver chafing dish, the gooey, bloated pasta shells sizzle under a golden baked crust and set our mouths to watering. What appears at first glance to be straightforward comfort food reveals hidden gourmet touches. The creamy cheese sauce of the dish is created from a mixture of five different cheeses: gouda, provolone, parmesan, Monterey jack, and pecorino. The differing sharp, smoky, and nutty characteristics of each cheese work together to build the intensity of flavor and transform this seemingly simple side into an irresistible accompaniment, one that my dining companion and I can hardly resist even by the end of our near-endless feasting.
The grand finale of the evening, however, comes with the Seared Maine Diver Scallops, whose modestly rustic presentation belies its intricacies. Four massive scallops sit in a pool of brown apple cider jus, their caramelized tops glistening under the restaurant’s amber lights. Interspersed between these massive, white orbs, are sections of golden beets, and “peewee” fingerling potatoes, which have soaked up the rich colors of the apple cider. A pile of wilted greens in the center of the bowl adds a deep color to the warm, earthy hues of the dish. Each bite of silky scallop dissolves into pure buttery sweetness, accentuated by the subtle apple cider sear. A bite of beet lends a deeper sweet note to the scallop and adds a wintry heartiness, while the roasted potatoes contribute a salty, starchy juxtaposition. This inspired dish manages to maintain the delicacy of the scallop while infusing it with unconventional flavor depths and ingredient combinations: unanimously favored by my dining companion and me, we agree it is a dish worth returning for.
After savoring 333 Pacific’s oceanic homage, we step outside and see the coast with new eyes: the burgundy of the setting sun calls to mind roasted beets, while the salty sea air reminds me of our briny fruits de mer feast. With the tranquil haze of this coastal escapade still clinging to us, we reluctantly take our leave and prepare for the long drive back to reality.
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Restaurant Info
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333 North Pacific Street
Oceanside CA 92054 - Address: 333 North Pacific Street, Oceanside CA 92054
- Cross Street: Pier View Way
- Location: North County Coastal | Oceanside
- Cuisine: American | California | Seafood | Steak |
- Cost: $$$ | Moderate | $50 - $75
- Category: Fine Dining
- Star Rating:
- Reservations: Recommended
- Dress Code: Business Casual
- Meals Served: Lunch | Dinner |
- Parking: Street | Public Lot | Private Lot |
- Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Discover | Diners Club |
- Corkage Fee: 15.00 |
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Staff:
Deborah Lamoureux | General Manager
- Website: http://www.cohnrestaurants.com/restaurants/333pacific/
- Phone: (760) 433-3333
- Features: Full Bar, Ocean View, Organic Ingredients, Outdoor Seating, Private Room, Prix Fixe Menu, Takeout Available, Tasting Menu, Wheelchair Access, Happy Hours, Personal Wines Allowed, Lounge / Bar,
- Occasion: Child Friendly, Romantic Dining, Dining Alone, Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, People Watching, Quiet Conversation, Special Occasion, Quick Bite, Trendy / Hip,
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Mixed Grill for two
Two Australian lobster tails and a 25 oz. bone in ribeye served with mashed potatoes and vegetables
Ahi stack for two
sashimi grade ahi tuna, sushi rice, avocado, mango cucumber crispy shallot, soy-ginger vinaigrette
Iceberg BLT
Bleu Cheese Dressing, Applewood Bacon, Maytag Bleu Cheese, Tomatoes
Citrus shrimp and blue crab ceviche
ruby grapefruit, roasted serrano chili
Spicy tuna eggplant tempura
poke and eel sauces, wasabi tobiko
333 filet trio
peppercorn demi, oscar, bleu cheese crust
Shrimp-shrimp bloody mary cocktail
jumbo and bay shrimp, peppar spiked cocktail sauce
Tuna poke tacos
(3) avocado salsa, macadamias, cucumber
Grilled Swordfish
grilled local swordfish, potato crouquettes, mediterranean relish, mussel saffron emulsion
Ocean View
Window Seat
Mixology
Vodkas from around the world
Filet Trio
Filet Trio
Dining Room
Dining Room
Meeting Room
Meeting Room
Wine
Dining Room
Vodka Lounge
Vodka Lounge
Business Hours
Reservations Available
- Monday
- Heated Terrace | Happy Hours 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.|
- Heated Terrace | Dinner 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.|
- Tuesday
- Heated Terrace | Happy Hours 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.|
- Heated Terrace | Dinner 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.|
- Wednesday
- Heated Terrace | Happy Hours 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.|
- Heated Terrace | Dinner 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.|
- Thursday
- Heated Terrace | Happy Hours 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.|
- Heated Terrace | Dinner 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.|
- Friday
- Heated Terrace | Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.|
- Heated Terrace | Dinner 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.|
- Heated Terrace | Happy Hours 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.|
- Saturday
- Heated Terrace | Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.|
- Heated Terrace | Dinner 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.|
- Heated Terrace | Happy Hours 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.|
- Sunday
- Heated Terrace | Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.|
- Heated Terrace | Dinner 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.|
- Heated Terrace | Happy Hours 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.|
F.A.Q.s
Frequently Asked QuestionsMenus
Lunch
Beginnings
- Coastal Clam Chowder 9.95
- Surf and manila clams, potatoes, light broth
- Spicy Kale, Andouille Sausage & White Bean Soup 10.95
- Crispy prosciutto, cucumber, cantaloupe, serrano chilies, orange juice
- Fresh Cut Sweet Potato Fries 7.95
- sambal oleck, meyer lemon aioli
- Pacific Oysters 15.95
- By the half dozen. Gluten-free
- Scallop, White Fish, Shrimp & Calamari Ceviche 13.95
- serrano chilies, fried wontons
- Sweet Chili Calamari 13.50
- crispy calamari tossed in a spicy chili sauce
- Jumbo & Bay Shrimp-Shrimp Bloody Mary Cocktail 14.95
- citrus cocktail sauce
- Steamed Clams or Mussels 17.95
- smoked andouille sausage, fennel, tomatoes, chili flakes, garlic butter broth, fresh herbs, grilled focaccia
- Salmon Cake 12.95
- cucumber salad, pickled onion salad, meyer lemon aioli
- Spicy Poke Tuna Tacos 13.95
- 3 tacos. Avocado salsa, macadamias, cucumber
- Kobe Beef Potstickers 13.95
- 6 potstickers. Hoisin-soy glaze
Greens
- Iceberg BLT 10.95
- grape tomatoes, hydro watercress, bacon, pickled onions, blue cheese dressing
- Black Kale Caesar 9.95
- shaved parmesan, garlic herb crouton
- Arugula Endive and Beet Saladd 11.95
- fresh herbs, truffle honey vinaigrette
- Petite Green 9.95
- toasted almonds, dried apricots, pickled red onion, champagne vinaigrette
- Salmon Nicoise Salad 21.95
- egg, potatoes, green beans, kalamata olives, grape tomatoes, bibb lettuce, olives, green tomato, creamy lemon dill dressing
- Spinach & Pear Salad 15.95
- grilled chicken, fried brie cheese, candied pecans, balsamic vinaigrette
- Crispy Calamari Waldorf Salad 13.95
- apples, walnuts, blue cheese dressing, mixed greens
333 Signatures
- Mac & Cheese 21.95
- blackened chicken, andouille sausage & shrimp mac & cheese, roasted peppers, onions, gouda mornay sauce, orecchiette pasta, petite salad
- Crab, Shrimp, & Lobster Ravioli 25.95
- baby spinach, melted leeks, fennel cream sauce
- 8oz Marinated Flat Iron Steak 24.95
- applewood smoked bacon, zucchini, sweet potato hash, chimichurri sauce
- Maine Lobster Roll 19.95
- romaine lettuce, lemon-dill tartar sauce, spicy slaw, bayside potato chips
- Fish & Chips 15.95
- battered fresh catch, house cut fries, spicy slaw, lemon-dill tartar sauce
- (6 Oz) Top Sirloin Steak Benedict 17.95
- grilled ciabatta bread, poached eggs, asparagus, sauce bearnaise, fresh seasonal fruit
- Peppercorn Demi & Blue Cheese Crusted 333 Filet Duo 27.50
- house cut fries
- Applewood Smoked Bacon 14.50
- sweet potato hash and eggs, zucchini, topped with two fried eggs, grilled ciabatta bread, fresh seasonal fruit
- Sashimi Grade Ahi Stack 23.95
- sushi rice, avocado, cucumber, mango, crispy shallot, lemongrass-soy
Sandwiches
- California Crab Sandwich 14.95
- cucumber, avocado, pea sprouts, celery, multi grain bread, house cut fries
- Fresh Catch Sandwich 16.95
- applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato, lemon-dill tartar sauce, pretzel roll, "spicy slaw" house cut fries
- Grilled Chicken BLT 13.95
- lettuce, tomato, applewood smoked bacon, avocado salsa, sourdough bread, house cut fries
- BBQ Spiced Rubbed Pork Panini 14.95
- carmelized onions and gouda cheese
- Grilled Vegetable Panini 12.95
- eggplant, portabella mushrooms, red onion, red bell peppers, tomato, fresh mozzarella, pesto, farro salad
- Blackened Chicken Panini 13.95
- brie, fuji apples, lettuce, tomato, onion, marbled rye, house cut fries
Burgers
- Kobe Avocado Bacon Burger 13.95
- lettuce, tomato & onion, house steak sauce, pretzel roll, house cut fries
- Kobe Burger 13.95
- white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, creamy horseradish sauce, pretzel roll, house cut fries
- Quinoa Black Bean Burger 12.95
- lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayonnaise, black bean corn salsa, pretzel bun, house cut fries
Happy Hour
333 Vodka Lounge
- Sushi Sunday 14.00
- chef's sushi special with a glass of house champagne or chardonnay
- Monday Micro Brew Madness 4.00
- select from 8 great microbrews
- Tuesday In The Raw 16.00
- 3 vodkas paired with 3 "featured" tasters
- Wine Wednesdays 0.00
- 50% off selected bottles of wine
- 3-Way Thursdays 15.00
- 3 kobe sliders served with 3 featured draft beers (6 oz each)
333 Nights
- Vodka 7.00
- 7 Appetizers 7.00
- Shrimp vietnamese spring roll, albacore deviled eggs, calamari, cali roll, hummus, kale soup, black kale caesar
Beers On Draft
- Stone Pale Ale 7.00
- O'side Pier Pilsner By Latitude 33 7.00
- Latitude 33 Honey Hips Blond 7.00
- St. Archer IPA 7.00
- Lightning Thunderweìzen 7.00
- Karl Strauss Red Trolley 7.00
- Alesmìth Speedway Stout 7.00
Dinner Menu
Raw Bar & Sushi Offerings
- Pacific Oysters 15.95
- By the half dozen. Gluten-free
- Jumbo & Bay Shrimp-Shrimp Bloody Mary Cocktail 14.95
- Citrus cocktail sauce
- Chilled Seafood Platter 31.50
- Oysters, ceviche, baja stone crab, king crab legs, cocktail shrimp, steamed clams & mussels
- Citrus Vodka Cured Salmon Handroll 12.95
- Cucumber, red onion, caviar, watercress
- Crunchy Lobster Roll 14.50
- Tempura lobster, crab salad, topped with avocado, eel sauce
- Crunchy Shrimp Roll 13.95
- Tempura shrimp, crab salad, eel sauce
- Spicy Shrimp Vietnamese Spring Roll 12.50
- Mint, peanuts, napa cabbage, carrot, cilantro, chayote squash, sweet chili sauce
- California Roll 11.95
- Snow crab, cucumber, avocado
Beginnings
- Rockefeller 16.50
- Spinach, gruyere, bacon, pernod
- Tempura Vegetable Basket 10.50
- Chili sauce, remoulade, sweet soy
- Sweet Chili Calamari 13.50
- Crispy calamari tossed in spicy chili sauce
- Tuna Poke Tacos (3) 13.95
- Avocado salsa, macadamias, cucumber
- Steamed Clams, or Mussels 17.95
- Garlic, white wine, leeks, butter, grilled ciabatta
- Scallop, White Fish, Shrimp & Calamari 13.95
- Ceviche, serrano chilies, fried wontons
- Salmon Cake 12.95
- Cucumber & pickled onion salad, meyer lemon aioli
- Kobe Beef Potstickers (6) 11.95
- Carrots, hoisin-soy glaze
- Sashimi Grade Ahi Stack 23.95
- Sushi rice, avocado, cucumber, mango, crispy snalots, lemongress-soy
Soup and Greens
- Coastal Clam Chowder 9.95
- Surf and manila clams, potatoes, light broth
- Spicy Kale, Andouille Sausage & White Bean Soup 10.95
- Black Kale Caesar 9.95
- Shaved parmesan, garlic herb crouton
- Iceberg BLT 10.95
- Grape tomato, hydro watercress, bacon, pickle onions, blue cheese dressing
- Spinach & Pear Salad 10.95
- Fried brie cheese, candied pecans, and balsamic vinaigrette
- Arugula, Endive and Beet Salad 11.95
- Fresh herbs, truffle honey vinaigrette
- Petite Green Salad 9.95
- Toasted almonds, dried apricots, pickled red onion, champagne vinaigrette
333 Signatures
- Lobster Nicoise Salad 24.95
- Egg, potatoes, green beans, kalamata olives, grape tomatoes, bibb lettuce, olives, creamy lemon dill dressing
- 8oz Marinated Flat Iron Steak 31.95
- Bacon sweet potato hash, roasted chayote squash, chimmichurri sauce
- Cedar River Farms Natural Shortribs 29.95
- Green lentils, cippolini onions, curried cauliflower, braising jus
- Roasted Pork Tenderloin 31.95
- Braised red cabbage, smashed fingerling potatoes, pomegranate molasses
- Pan Seared Chicken Breast 26.50
- Parmesan polenta cake, sautéed brussel sprouts, oyster mushrooms, garlic pan jus
- Blue Cheese Crusted Kobe Beef Meatloaf 26.50
- Garlic mashed potatoes, green beans, cabernet ketchup
- 14oz Bone in Braised Lamb Shank 32.95
- Celery root puree, caramelized endives, orange zest, lamb jus
Seafood Specialties
- Grilled Pacific Albacore Tataki 33.95
- Wasabi & tumeric mashed potatoes, baby bok choy, grilled eggplant sesame chili oil
- Panko Herb Encrusted Fresh Catch 32.95
- Parmesan polenta cake, steamed baby turnips, broccolini, beurre rouge
- Crab, Shrimp & Lobster Ravioli 34.95
- Baby spinach, melted leeks, fennel cream sauce
- Pan Roasted Salmon 32.50
- Fingerling potatoes, mediterranean relish, basil oil
- Steamed Alaskan King Crab Legs (1 Lb) 41.95
- Garlic mashed potatoes, drawn butter
- Twin Lobster Tails (2/6 Oz) 47.95
- Garlic mashed potatoes, drawn butter
Steaks
- Top Sirloin 29.95
- Filet Mignon (8 oz) 35.95
- Filet Mignon (12 oz) 43.95
- New York Steak 39.95
- Cowboy Ribeye Steak 44.95
- 333 Filet Trio 39.95
- Bone in Ribeye 65.95
Take Your Steak Surfing
- Alaskan Crab Leg 21.50
- Lobster Tail 23.95
- Salmon Cake 12.95
Ocean Sides
- Sauteed Mushrooms 8.95
- Steamed Broccolini 8.95
- Gouda Mac and Cheese 8.95
- Asparagus Béarnaise 8.95
- Steakhouse Onion Rings 8.95
- Steamed Green Lentils 8.95
- Sweet Potato Hash 8.95
Vegetarian Selections
- Vegetable Orecchiette 21.95
- Roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, cremini mushrooms and oven dried lemon ricotta
- Forrest Mushroom Risotto 22.95
- Asparagus, baby artichokes, arugula, shaved parmesan
- Vegetable Stir Fry 22.50
- Japanese eggplant, zucchini, carrots, green onions, broccolini, sticky rice, spicy tofu, hoisin glaze
Dessert
- Duo Of Crème Brulée 9.00
- vanilla bean & chocolate crème with burnt sugar, seasonal berries
- Seasonal Cheesecake 9.00
- chantilli cream
- Apple, Cinnamon, Pecan & Raisin Bread Pudding 9.00
- rum custard, caramel sauce, chantilly cream, candied pecans
- Chocolate Goat Cheese Panna Cotta 9.00
- salted caramel, pecan & graham italian cake truffles
- Ice Cream Trio 9.00
- Fruit Sorbet 9.00
- tuile cup, sugared berries, fruit coulis
- Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake 9.00
- almond praline
Lounge Menu
Main
- Oysters by the Half Dozen 15.95
- Black Kale Caesar 9.95
- Scallop, Albacore, Shrimp, Calamari Ceviche 13.95
- Shrimp Cocktail 14.95
- Spicy Kale, Andouille Sausage & White Bean Soup 10.95
- Shrimp Crunchy Roll 13.95
- Lobster Crunchy Roll 14.50
- Citrus Vodka Cured Salmon Handroll 12.95
- Spicy Shrimp Vietnamese Spring Roll 12.50
- Steamed Clams Or Mussels 17.95
- Kobe Beef Sliders (3) 11.95
- Tempura Vegetable Basket 10.50
- Steakhouse Onion Rings 8.95
- Sweet Chili Calamari 13.50
- Spicy Poke Tuna Tacos (3) 13.50
- Spicy Hummus 10.50
- Albacore Deviled Eggs (6) 9.95
User Reviews
Anniversary dinner
We went to 333 Pacific for our 5 year anniversary, we were treated with complementary champagne and a little dessert. Our waitress was very sweet, we ordered the steak and lobster for two and was the best steak we have ever had! We sat on the patio with a perfect view of the sunset on the beach. We will be returning to this restaurant every year!
Simply Amazing
We have been here now 3 times and everytime I am AMAZED!. The service, food, and everything in between always excedes our expectations.
First time
Great bar area, excellent ocean views, superior service and food was top notch.
Special Night Out
Great restaurant for a special ocassion. The service, ambiance, quality of the food were all excellent.
Great place
Great food
best service and food
A great place to celebrate my anniversary with my husband. Dinner was delicious and the service was amazing. I would definitely visit again.
Always a great place to celebrate!
We took a colleague to lunch to celebrate her birthday. Even though the sun did not shine, the view was still fabulous. The food and service were excellent as well. The staff is always friendly and helpful. 333 Pacific is ALWAYS a good choice.
Excellence!!
This restaurant has a very unique setting and atmosphere, friendly staff that pays attention to details, and some of the most amazing food I've ever experienced. I highly recommend 333.
Great Beachfront Meal
20th Wedding Anniversary
Great Service from the time we walking through the door. The online reservation made it easy and I was able to add a note about our special occasion. The staff was ready to help us celebrate our 20th Wedding anniversary with a great view of the pier and sunset. The attention to detail during the meal made the flow flawless. I had Lobster and crab legs. Both were served hot and I really liked how the crab legs were cut in half. Made it easy to eat and enjoy with no mess. My wife had a steak cooked medium rare that she described as perfect. We won't wait until another special occasion to be back.
Great place
Excellent food and service...you have to try it!
Love
This is a place to love, Everythhing about it is outstanding.
No complaints!!
I wanted to go to a special restaurant to use a $50 gift certificate from my out-of-state nephew. I love the Cohn restaurants and was certainly not disappointed in the food or service. The vodka list was incredible. We shared the surf and turf and it was absolutely delicious. If you want a special evening, I would highly recommend this restaurant. The waiters are professional and very attentive. Enjoy!!
Birthday dinner
Easy parking, excellent view, timely seating, knowledge and attentive staff, spectacular food.....need I say more.
Rachel
The ambiance of 333 Pacific restaurant was great. The staff was warm, inviting, and presented a feeling of "welcome to our world". It was my first time there. I was not disappointed one bit. Keep up the good work!
Great time
Loved the service and food, lots of choices and very reasonably priced.
Graduation Lunch
Drive 30 minutes north from UCSD on I-5 for a ocean view & fun lunch after graduation. Tempting fun and wild martinis. Seafood, steak & even burgers. Sweet potatoe fries with a hot spice were a hit with my family. Yum. Staff was very welcoming. I'm ready to go back!
Incredible desserts
The ice cream, caramel, chocolate, caramel corn (yes caramel corn) dessert was fabulous. My birthday guest was really impressed.
Superb Food and Excellent Service
Compliments to the chef and staff of 333 Pacific for the superb food and excellent service offered to my group of four friends. We sampled a wide variety of food, from coastal clam chowder to seared salmon roll sushi, and ravioli to seared sashimi grade ahi, and all was excellent. I especially enjoyed the chowder with its whole clams and pleasantly different but still familiar base. My wife was particularly taken by the seared sashimi grade ahi. I suspect you'd be hard-pressed to find anything on the menu that is not top notch. The atmosphere had no hint of stuffiness and the service was friendly and engaging. Even the tableware had a personality. The reservations I placed a day in advance made our entry into this fine restaurant a breeze -- no more than 20 seconds in the door and we were being wisked away to the table that awaited on the terrace facing the ocean. Our dinner experience was delightful and we look forward to returning. I would highly recommend 333 Pacific to anyone looking for a unique dining experience with both excellent food and service.
BEST
Open one in Chandler Arizona
Food Excellent...Martinis Awesome
A must see HOT SPOT
Delicious
We had a lovely experience at 333 Pacific. Service and food and atmosphere were excelent.
333
Good food, nice view, good service
A good experience
We had a great evening for myself, my wife and her younger brother. The meal was well preportioned for everyone in our party. The place was full for a Tuesday night, but with a reservation we were seated immediately. The wait staff were friendly and helpful which was nice because we could tell they were overworked and seemed to be understaffed. Once or twice a side order was forgotten, but it did not diminish the overall appeal of the dinner.
great for locals too
Everything was lovely....just make sure that you are aware of any events or festivals going on at the bandshell..
Getting Together
Getting together at 333 is upbuilding after a long day. The friendly service and relaxing location does wonders. Then add the great food and extensive bar and viola! Who could ask for more.
333 "Outstanding" for Dinner, "Great" for lunch
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333 Pacific
This area needed a different upscale restaurant. Its very nice and great food and drinks. A little overpriced though
Great Atmosphere
333 PACIFIC
THIS RESTAURANT COMBINES THE EASY GOING ATMOSPERE OF A LOVELY BAR WITH THE ELEGANCE OF A FORMAL RESTAURANT.
2 Time Loser
My husband and I live in Oceanside and was searching for a upscale restaurant close to us; before 333 opened we were driving to Dana Point and other areas. Our first three experiences there were great, the service was a little slow but other than that the food and atmosphere were great. About one month ago we were there and AFTER we were seated in took them two hours to serve our dinner. Although we did not complain and we attributed it to staffing levels, we decided we would go back. One week ago we went back and the service and food started out excellent. When they served our steaks the were prepared wrong and almost burnt. We sent them back and I guess the chef was a little offended because the next set of steaks that they served us were almost raw, there was blood on the plate! The waitress was shocked! When I spoke with the manager he was rude and did not want to hear about our experience, instead insisting we should pay the entire bill, minus the steaks, and did not care about our overall experience nor did he want to talk about the experience prior to this. He walked away from our table with my husband in mid sentence, needless to say I was embarrassed for him. Before we went back for this second chance experience another couple told us about their bad experience there (food and service). We encouraged them to go back. We won't make that mistake again. This restaurant is a little expensive and I believe you can get better service and experience at another resturant. Not to mention, the manager is extremely rude! Almost confrontational. We would need an apology from the manager before we would even consider going back. Unfortunately, we dine out at least 5 times per week so we are on the search for a great dining experience close to Oceanside.