Chili flake-spiced clams bathed in a garlic-butter white wine sauce; citrus scallop ceviche; baja shrimp topped gnocchi; unmatched uni shooters. At Sea Rocket Bistro, both sustainability and fresh flavors helm the kitchen under executive chef and partner Chad White. Combining eco-friendly practices with local ingredients, White continuously crafts seasonal menus featuring contemporary takes on seafood favorites.

Like vibrant tide pools, each plate plays host to colorful compositions of aquatic fare interwoven with farm fresh produce or revitalized classics. From brunch bites of lemon bread French toast crowned with vanilla Chantilly cream to a three-course dinner paired with award-winning local craft beers or refreshing sangria, this testament to the Pacific’s generous bounty even handles terrestrial fare with aplomb.

• Sardine a la Vera Cruz | tomato confit, frisée, and olive tapenade
• Sea Urchin Crostini | lavender sea salt and preserved lemon relish
• Local Fish Burger | watercress, tomato confit, house-made pickles, and sauce gribiche
• Mediterranean Style Fisherman’s Stew | Carlsbad clams and mussels, fish, piperade, leek, and fennel
• House-Made Gnocchi | Chef’s selection of local produce
• Shrimp n Grits | piperade, ranch egg, smoky baja shrimp, and gouda grits
• See full dinner menu and full brunch menu.

3.5 stars and 271 reviews on Yelp

"I have always been a fan of their food, location, staff, atmosphere, commitment to sustainability..." - Yelp Reviewer EV P., San Diego, CA, 6/27/2011
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"...everything I've tried in the two times I've eaten there was delicious. The burger is amazing and they have a stellar local beer selection. Definitely a gem!" - Yelp Reviewer Samantha D., San Diego, CA, 8/27/2011
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"...after dinner, the executive chef, Chad, stopped by and talked about the preparation and where the food came from. You could feel the passion he had for what he was doing (sustainable, well prepared and unique food)." - Yelp Reviewer Todd C., San Diego, CA, 6/29/2011
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"...everything was so fresh and plated beautifully. I highly recommend anyone that enjoys fresh local food try this place..." - Yelp Reviewer Joe F., Chula Vista, CA, 7/6/2011
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