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What to order at Galley at the Marina
- Must order
- The World Famous fish and chips; the blackened ahi sashimi to start.
- Signature dishes
- Beer-battered fish and chips, Mahi mahi fish tacos, Blue Point oysters
- Editor tip
- Weekend brunch starts at 9am; the bar runs a $4 beer happy hour 3-6pm weekdays.
CuisineAmerican
Price$$
Neighborhoodchula-vista
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Signature dishes: Beer-battered fish and chips, Mahi mahi fish tacos, Blue Point oysters
Must order: The World Famous fish and chips; the blackened ahi sashimi to start.
Tip: Weekend brunch starts at 9am; the bar runs a $4 beer happy hour 3-6pm weekdays.
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Location
Address: 550 Marina Pkwy, Chula Vista, CA 91910, San Diego
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Order: The original Mai Tai; the Polynesian Platter for sharing.
Tip: Sunday brunch is the value play; book a window for sunset over the marina and Point Loma.
Phil's BBQ ★ 4.3
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