Dog-friendly restaurant · Mission Beach & Mission Bay, Coast
Dockside 1953
Nautical-themed waterfront restaurant at the Bahia Resort Hotel on Mission Bay, steps from the beach and marina. The coastal California menu focuses on local seafood for lunch and dinner, with breakfast, weekend brunch and midcentury-style cocktails.
More about Dockside 1953
The name nods to 1953, the year the Bahia Resort opened on Mission Bay, and the restaurant had its grand opening in April 2023 as an upgrade on the resort's earlier casual spot. It belongs to the Evans family, who also own the Catamaran and the Lodge at Torrey Pines. Dinner brings oysters Rockefeller, rockfish ceviche and seafood towers, and the patio has fire pits and a covered trellis facing the bay.
Bringing your dog
According to our sources, dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area.
Bayfront restaurant at the Bahia Resort Hotel offering dog-friendly patio dining.
Rules change and may apply only to part of the place. Call ahead if you are not sure.
Getting there
- Address998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
- NeighborhoodMission Beach & Mission Bay, Coast
- CuisineAmerican
More dog-friendly spots near Dockside 1953
- Firefly Eatery & BarCalifornianabout 0.7 mi
Dockside 1953: frequently asked questions
Is Dockside 1953 dog-friendly?
Yes, according to Locale Magazine. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area.
Can I bring my dog inside Dockside 1953?
Our sources only mention the outdoor seating area. California law lets restaurants welcome dogs in outdoor dining areas, so at most places in San Diego dogs stay outside. Ask the staff if you want to sit inside.
What kind of food does Dockside 1953 serve?
Nautical-themed waterfront restaurant at the Bahia Resort Hotel on Mission Bay, steps from the beach and marina. The coastal California menu focuses on local seafood for lunch and dinner, with breakfast, weekend brunch and midcentury-style cocktails.
Where is Dockside 1953?
Dockside 1953 is at 998 W Mission Bay Dr in Mission Beach & Mission Bay, Coast, San Diego.
Are there other dog-friendly places near Dockside 1953?
Yes. The closest one on our list is Firefly Eatery & Bar, about 0.7 mi away.
Sources
- Locale Magazine, undated, read Oct 2026
About the restaurant:
- San Diego Magazine, Apr 2023
- Bahia Resort Hotel, undated, read Oct 2026
- OpenTable, undated, read Oct 2026
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