Bali Hai Restaurant

Category: Polynesian restaurant

Address: 2230 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106, USA

Phone: +16192221181

Opening hours

Sunday: 9:30AM–9PM

Monday: 11:30AM–9PM

Tuesday: 11:30AM–9PM

Wednesday: 11:30AM–9PM

Thursday: 11:30AM–9PM

Friday: 11:30AM–10PM

Saturday: 11:30AM–10PM

Reviews

Seadog Travels

Jul 9, 2022

Travel is all about trying the great local food. With no exception, Bali Hai fit that bill perfectly during our visit to San Diego last month. Situated at a perfect location overlooking San Diego Bay, this Polynesian-themed restaurant is perfect for people who enjoy Hawaiian culture, seafood, and the nautical lifestyle. We sat along the large windows where you can look out into the bay, which is simply a divine view watching the sailboats and powerboats. As for the restaurant itself, the service was very good, we enjoyed the sea bass and salmon entrees, an oyster appetizer, and a chocolate dessert. The overall menu selection is quite varied. There is also a central bar area where people can enjoy a mai tai or other beverage. This is one of the venues that we definitely utilize in the future when we bring people to experience the best of San Diego.

Ronald Dolsky

Jun 30, 2022

We went to this Shelter Island restaurant for my birthday. It's a cool restaurant, and was recommended by several friends. It has kind of an upscale island theme going. Be sure to reserve a window table with a stunning view of the downtown skyline at night when it's all lit up. The seafood is good and the dishes are well plated...but the atmosphere and views are what sell the place!

Brandon Smithson

Jun 24, 2022

Really great ambiance and its right on the water. Great drink selection and a good place for shareable plates/dates/family's. Service is quick and very welcoming. They do events to for larger parties you can call ahead to setup in their separate dining room. The food was very good amd we left feeling very full. They offer an array of Indonesian style plates. The fried rice and ahi was our favorite. They were out of the Fried Fish of the day, but that just means we'll have to come back. We came for an anniversary dinner date and I can't wait to come back

Monica L Cholico

May 11, 2022

Excellent experience! The food is delicious and very well cooked. I recommend the calamari and the Thai Brussel sprouts. For entree I had the seared tuna with spicy rice. It's not really spicy but is good. The service was outstanding and the view is spectacular! About the drinks cannot tell other than they're fabulous and extremely delicious. Be careful though, most of them are sweet but they are strong, so go slow by drinking them. I really recommend it and will be happy to go back as often as possible.

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Questions & Answers

Do you have free parking

A Google User | Aug 28, 2019
Cherilyn Jones | Nov 30, 2021

They do. Be aware on brunch/weekends/holidays it can be full from the boaters and park goers.

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we are interested in having a "meet and greet type affair for friends comminP out of town for the weekend. Possibly 40-50 people. do you have a space for that?

Mark Barraza DDS | Aug 28, 2018
Bonnie Dines | Aug 27, 2020

Plenty of space. They even have an area next to the water for events.. we had 160 people and they comfortably accommodated us. Delicious food and drinks and the beautiful views too. They have a full bar upstairs too

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Are you serving brunch on sunday?

Leroy Williams | Apr 29, 2022
gaston castilleja | Apr 29, 2022

Yes

What are the Covid safety practices like here?

Anonymous | Aug 27, 2022
Dawn Bright | Aug 27, 2021

Great. Since the restaurant has now moved to 100% outside and all tables are 6 feet away it's very safe. All the employees practice safe health guidelines. I think it's all reservation to and they only let one group enter to get their reservations at a time Aside from the question the food and drink is freaking fantastic. I've been there twice now in the last week and I have had so much fun.

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How many people can accommodate your restaurant?

Jessica Johnson | Aug 28, 2018
Vincent Bowen | Aug 28, 2018

I, too, are interested in this issue. It's useful to know for events.

I'm considering the tiki room for a rehearsal dinner for 20. Anyone ever used it? Does it have windows? Feel cozy?

Tammy Leatherman | Jul 28, 2022
Seadog Travels | Jul 28, 2022

It looks cozy, but there’s not much in the way of windows. They say it can accommodate up to 28 people.

What is recommended advance time for reservations or how far in advance can you book a reservation? Also, can you reserve a window table?

Dedra England | Mar 30, 2022
bob willcoxson | Mar 30, 2022

I booked my reservation about 3 weeks in advance. Because I put on the reservation that we were there for our anniversary, they gave is a window table. I'm sure you could request it as well.

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Are small dogs allowed in outdoor seating area? Is the restaurant strict in this regard?

Nancy Fried | Dec 30, 2021
Melodie Wells | Dec 30, 2021

Um, no dogs at a restaurant like this. Leave canines at home.

Can you bye alcohol drinks here if you are only 19?

Ronycia Bradford | Nov 30, 2021
Fabian Gomez | Nov 30, 2021

No....in San Diego California you have to be 21....as well as the rest of the United States.

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What hotels are close by?

Regina Taylor | Oct 31, 2021
Kevin Schaffartzik | Oct 31, 2021

Best Western and Humphreys Half Moon Inn practically down the street. Less than 5 mins to walk.

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Is there outside seating? Can I bring my small dog?

sheila Giannini | Aug 27, 2021
Mark LeFave | Aug 27, 2021

No dog except service ones yes outside view seating. Reservations advised

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Is it reservation only?

Eddie Weimer | Aug 27, 2021
Kali Trimber | Aug 27, 2021

I just always make one to be sure I get a spot.

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Is this a place where someone can just go to have a drink at the bar or is it dine only ?

Sonny Soto | Aug 27, 2020
Cherilyn Jones | Nov 30, 2021

They have a bar area that is open now.

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Do you still have a guest dock for your diners?

Rick Structo | Aug 27, 2020
Cherilyn Jones | Nov 30, 2021

Yes we just used it.

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Is there in Anaheim the restaurantur Bali hai?

Blanca Carreras | Aug 27, 2020
Bonnie Dines | Aug 27, 2020

No .. only in San Diego. Shelter Island

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If we have dinner there before a concert at Humphreys, can we leave the car?

Sue Marberry | Aug 27, 2020
Cherilyn Jones | Nov 30, 2021

We did :)

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How fancy is this place cause I've never been there

kansas city | Aug 27, 2020
Bonnie Dines | Aug 27, 2020

I go in Jean's and a nice shirt. Very casual

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Are you open on Sunday? , and if so what are the hours. Thank you

Norma Rivas | Aug 28, 2019
Michelle | Aug 28, 2019

Yes, and serve brunch (930-2), I believe their hours are 930-9

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do you serve dinner Easter Sunday April 21?

lili francuz | Aug 28, 2019
Donna Reed | Aug 28, 2019

They do

how is their thanksgiving day buffet? And I will be alone....is there good seating?

Janie Falk | Aug 28, 2019
Bonnie Dines | Aug 27, 2020

Their Thanksgiving dinner is delicious. I give it 5 stars.. beautiful views are worth it.

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What are prices like?

Randy Lagerwerf | Aug 28, 2019
Christopher Roman | Aug 28, 2019

For the location and view, the price is very reasonable. There are places that charge double that and not as good.

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Is there a jazz music scene here?

david canales | Aug 28, 2018
Jorge Ortiz | Aug 28, 2018

Perfec I like everything

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how much is the buffet?

JRichel Diaz | Aug 28, 2018
Ion V | Aug 28, 2018

About $45 but keep in mind that on holiday it can go up

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what are the hours for live music

Annie Valletta | Aug 28, 2018
Hasan Ashour | Aug 28, 2018

Check there website or call them

Is this a emotional support dog friendly restaurant?

Marcy O'Malley | Aug 28, 2018
Bonnie Dines | Aug 27, 2020

Service dogs are different than emotional support dogs. Service dogs are welcome.

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Are you open Christmas Day?

Barbara Kubic | Aug 28, 2018
Just Me Annie | Aug 28, 2018

I'm not sure...I'd call the restaurant or check their website.

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Do they have sunday brunch

Vern Baker | Aug 28, 2018
Melissa Post | Aug 28, 2018

Yes and it is excellent.

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