Mitch's Seafood

Mitch's Seafood is a fish market and counter-service restaurant at 1403 Scott St in Point Loma, San Diego, California, close to the commercial fishing and sportfishing docks of the harbour. The cuisine is simple, fresh seafood rather than fine dining, so there is no Michelin or chef-lineage context; the reputation rests on the quality of the catch and on the relaxed harbour setting. The signature dishes are the fish tacos and poke, and the daily fresh catch is typically offered grilled or in plates and sandwiches, with the selection depending on what has come in. Poke, a raw fish preparation, is popular with visitors who want a light meal, and the market side sells fish to take home. The dining room is informal: diners order at the counter, pick up food and eat at tables or on a harbour-facing patio. The mood is relaxed and busy at lunch, with a mix of locals, anglers and visitors, and there is no dress code. Beverages are casual, usually beer, soft drinks and a small selection of wine, and there is no major drinks programme. Prices are moderate, about $15-30 per person. Reservations are not accepted, so the practical issue is timing: lunch and weekend afternoons are busiest, and lines can grow when the weather is warm, while weekday mornings and mid-afternoons are quieter. Point Loma is a convenient base for visiting the Cabrillo National Monument and the nearby shoreline, and the restaurant makes a natural meal stop before or after those attractions. Parking is available around the harbour area but can be tight at peak times. Hours vary, so checking the restaurant's website for current opening times is advisable.