Tuna Harbor Dockside Market

Only been here once. This is outside Seaport Village. I really like this experience. There's a vendor where you get whole fish in the ship where they clean and cut up whole fish for you. There are vendors where you get the portions of fish. Ask if they're sushi grade if you're planning to eat this for sashimi. There's also a poke place near the end of the pier. You have to wake up early. But it was a relaxing morning. I'd do it again once I can eat sushi again.

Wow! The most amazing tuna poke bowl I have ever had! Does not compare to any other poke bowls I've had. The most freshest tuna (just caught in the morning) and marinated with edamame, scallions and papaya (?) it was small cubed fruits. Simply amazing! I could eat this everyday for every meal.

This market sells freshly caught fish every Saturday. Make sure to go early to get the best fish it sells out fast. There's a area in the back where for a few dollars you can get your fish cleaned. You can also purchase tuna or shrimp ceviche ready to eat for $15. So delicious and fresh. Great service, great location and fun to see all the fresh fish ... I would be here every Saturday if I lived close by.

Wasn't there. Guy said they stopped years ago so I don't know. Only one place to buy fish

Amazing varieties of fish and crabs at the market. I'm from Colorado but a huge sea food person, so we even flew out to SD and bought fish from the market to bring back to Colorado. Their fish are fresh and reasonably priced. You can even order fish online and just pick up from the market, which makes the process of purchasing their fish a lot easier. They even have a booth to help you clean your fish after purchase. Also give their fish and chips a try, they are freshly made with their fish and well battered.

great fresh seafood - great variety. something for all budgets.thresher shark for the fish and chips was ok. that fish would be better in a batter. swordfish ceviche was good.there was very few ordering food but only one person to take order, money and serve so kinda slow going. it was fun to sit on the wall and watch the people in line to get their fish butchered.

Not only is it the greatest to support local fisheries and their families, but everything here is extremely fresh and reasonably priced. My boyfriend and I have made this a monthly adventure because we are morning and fish people haha. Parking is usually pretty descent when heading down there early so that's a plus. It's nice to grab a coffee beforehand and cruise the boardwalk. My boyfriend is a fisherman so we love to come check out what's going on and purchase something for the week, like Opah. Definitely recommend coming here if you love fish, or just to check it out. Always a beauty view!

The spot pawns are to die for!!! It can be eaten 3 ways, raw, boiled and as soup (or rice congee) Waking up early isn't a problem for me. But they offer online pickup (starting at Saturday 1if you are not so much of an early bird

You want fresh fish in SD? It doesn't get much fresher than Tuna Harbor Dockside Market! Tuna Harbor is an open-air seafood market along San Diego Bay that operates on Saturdays from 8am-2pm. They sell what they are able to catch locally, so selection is dependent on the season and also the success of the fishing trips.There are two lines. The left line is for shellfish. Right line is for fish. If you want your fish cleaned, check out the farthest tent in the back after making your purchases. They only charge a few bucks per fish. Moreover, they sell leftover heads and spines from that tent if you're trying to make stocks/curries/etc. Moreover, there may be a boat docked right along the market. They usually sell fish as well (it was tuna last time I visited). ___T I P S & I N F O___-Get there early. I mean EARLY. The market is popular and parking is limited. You'll want to secure a parking spot and get first dibs on the best fish at the market. -Some vendors accept card/cash. Some vendors only accept cash. Come prepared. -Ask questions! It's always helpful to know about flavor profiles and best cooking methods. -They do not deliver. You need to attend the market. -You can purchase a limited selection of seafood for curbside pick up. Online ordering opens at 5pm on Thursdays and closes at 7pm on Fridays. Missed your pick up? No problem! Your food will be donated to local first responders. -Check their social media on Friday afternoon as they usually post their Saturday offerings. Still, that's not a guarantee. I was sent to the market to pick up a specific species of crab, and the fisherman had to "call his guy" to check if any were coming later. Apparently, the water was too warm that morning and none were caught.Overall, this is one of the best places in SD to buy local seafood. Stop by if that floats your boat.

We went to the market this morning. I bought a whole 30 lb yellowfin tuna. They had no tuna loins just whole fish. It was only $4.50 a lb so seemed like a good deal. When I got home and began breaking down the fish I found the meat in horrible condition. It basically turned to mush with the exception of very little edible meat. I have cleaned and buthchered hundreds of fish over the years and this was as bad a quality that I have ever seen. Either poor handling of the fish, several days old or some type of disease. Not sure if there are any health inspections to monitor the product but there should be. BUYER BEWARE.