Bluewater Grill

United States California TemeculaBluewater Grill

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Local chain serving a wide variety of seafood dishes in a relaxed, nautically themed space.

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Local chain serving a wide variety of seafood dishes in a relaxed, nautically themed space.

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(951) 308-2722

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bluewatergrill.com

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A deep dive into Bluewater Grill

Gave an overall 4 because not all their food seems to be under the same quality control standards, where some items are spot on with everything you would expect and other items leaving you dissapointed. We were celebrating our 25th anniversary and expected better. Service and all FOH staff were exceptional, caring, and attentive. Now for the food... The crab cakes were mediocre at best, especially for $20 for 2 of them. Flavor was just not there, although the sauces were on point, which actually carries the dish. Clam chowder was presented as "award winning" and anyone that has dined in the central coast knows what that expectation is. It wasn't bad but was somewhat flavorless and on the thinner side. I had to add salt, pepper, and Tabasco just to get any flavor. For $28, the Lobster Roll my wife had was just ok. Fries that came with it were definitely frozen from a bag. The lobster roll lacked the richness one would expect from a Lobster roll and, when I tried to take a bite, I bit into shell about the size of a dime... Manager was quick to address with free desserts, which is another story. Now, the star of our meal was the MisoYaki Butterfish Black Cod with Ginger Coconut Rice and fresh green beans and eel sauce. It melts in your mouth and the flavor profile had all the umami, sweet and savory flavors one craves with dishes like these. Phenomenal and would definitely order again. Now the desserts... Key Lime Pie was WAY too limey and lacked the creamy richness I have had in other key lime pies when dining out. The crust was mediocre and felt I had to smother the pie with whipped cream just mello the overly extreme tartness of the pie. Wife had the creme brulee and the brulee on top was over-fired, causing a bitter burnt taste. As you can tell by this review, the menu is hit and miss. They do some things well and other dishes just lack taste, quality, and the expectation for the price point. I did see lots of people ordering fish n chips and the fisherman's combo platter, which seems to be popular here. My thought is that they need to manage the menu better, axe the poor sellers and problem dishes, and push what they do good at.

Steve DianoSteve Diano

00

So what can I say about this place? Other than WOW just bloody awesome. We (the small family) went to the San Diego zoo and heading back to Vegas we figured why not reach out online to see what fellow reviewers recommend off the 15 Interstate for great seafood. This came up, so we made the detour. The restaurant is located in a small shopping center in Temecula CA and we were immediately seated having arrived at about 3:45 give or take. We were taken to our tables after been asked if we wanted a table or booth. Friendly staff and wait staff. Our first Server "Jen" came to introduce herself and take our orders and was full of great advice and very knowledgeable about the menu and drink selections. I ordered a Reisling with my food choices with the help of Jen as did my wife and kid for their food choices. Jen connected with my kid was personable and even shared a little about her own 2 kids. Wife ordered the Lobster Roll Kid got the Kid's shrimp Dipper I got two dishes :) the Shrimp Tacos and the fish and veggie skewers all great suggestions by Jen. Sadly Jen had to leave because she was an early shift and we came in at the end of her rotation, but she came by with her replacement "Katie" another wonderful server and assured us Katie will take care of us and Katie did and assumed Jen's role. We absolutely enjoyed our meal here, we even talked about how we would come to the San Diego area again just for their food and service. All the fish in my skewers were fresh, seasoning was not overwhelming and delicious, my kids shrimp meal, my Wife's Lobster Roll the fries my God all sooo bloody good. The presentation was that of 5 star restaurant you will find in Vegas or Paris. We cannot express how awesome this place was. Take my word for it go there. Take a detour if you are passing by it is awesome. We had Staff members stopping by, checking up on us just as Jen and Katie did. We truly felt as customers we were welcomed and treated as gold. On top of that and let me say it again the food is wicked awesome good.

Christopher ObighoChristopher Obigho

10

The restaurant is really quaint. It's decorated nicely and had a calm, quiet atmosphere. The host that seated us was especially friendly and helpful with a few questions we had. Our server was friendly, helpful and extremely attentive. I ordered the rock lobster with sauteed, seasonal vegetables and au gratin potatoes (the server recommended the potatoes as one of the 2 sides I got to choose from; EXCELLENT recommendation, by the way!). My husband ordered the a steak, however they were "out" of that particular cut, (I believe it was a ribeye) so he chose a strip, instead. Along with his steak, he also had the sauteed, seasonal vegetables (double order). When ordering, he asked for the steak to be prepared rare to medium-rare... it arrived medium-well to well done. The server was extremely apologetic and rushed to replace his order. The restaurant manager came over to apologize and offered to pay for an appetizer or soup while he waited for his steak; we thanked him a declined, after all, these things happen. My lobster and vegetables were delicious, however the au gratin potatoes were the real star of the show & SO delicious! My husband's second steak arrived quickly and was actually under-cooked, (there were parts of his steak that were literally blue-ish). We didn't make a big deal of it, however we noted the issue and made a decision to not order steak if we visit again. In the restaurant's defense, it is a seafood restaurant and not everyone is a pro at making a good steak. The rest of our meal was delicious and we really enjoyed our quiet meal. We both felt the prices were reasonable for the portions we received; we both went home with left-overs. Overall, it was a pleasant evening and we plan to give them another shot. The restaurant, staff and food we're all top-notch.

DanielleDanielle

10

What a disappointment and a shame for this type of restaurant! Everything started with the bread and butter service. When we tried their butter, it didn't taste anything like butter; just a bitter taste and cheap oil. After we asked our waiter what kind of butter it was and what it actually contained, she said it was European-style butter (which many people would assume is probably something healthy). But I asked her to ask in the kitchen what it was actually made of. She said she would bring the package from the kitchen, but when she came back, she just told us the name: SunGlow European-style butter, which they buy in huge buckets and has nothing to do with real butter. After we read all the ingredients, we were shocked...it's not even butter; it's worse than margarine ingredients. Such a disappointment for a good-looking restaurant that tries to do a nice presentation, but serves such bad quality food. I think customers have the right to know that the butter is not real butter and that they are consuming a bunch of seed oils with fake flavors and colors added. I understand that all kitchens try to optimize costs and use seed oils in cooking, but why would you serve this for bread service? Plus, the crab cakes were the worst experience as well, almost nothing to do with crab meat, mostly just filled with breadcrumbs. After understanding that they are even trying to be cost-effective for a chain restaurant, even on the butter, you can understand that everything served in that restaurant is of the lowest quality and the cheapest ingredients. Is it worth spending that kind of money on that type of food? Definitely not... such a shame.

OlhaOlha

00

We arrived a little ahead of our reservation time, so we relaxed at the bar while we waited. We decided to make the most of our time and ordered a delightful assortment of appetizers and cocktails. The Oysters were incredibly fresh and sweet, a true delight for any seafood lover. And let me tell you about the "Smoked Old Fashioned" – a masterpiece of a cocktail! If you have a soft spot for classic Old Fashioned, you must try their rendition. The smoky notes elevate the drink to a whole new level of deliciousness. As adventurous foodies, we couldn't resist trying all three Oyster Shooter options. For the main courses, we opted for the Misoyaki Butterfish, Black Cod, and Grilled Spanish Octopus, which all exceeded our expectations. Each dish was expertly prepared, showcasing the natural flavors of the seafood beautifully. The Grilled Spanish Octopus was tender and perfectly seasoned. We also couldn't resist sharing a couple of pasta dishes among our group. Both pasta options were delicious, and the two accompanying sauces were delightful complements. And the New England Clam Chowder was divine! We couldn't get enough of the rich and comforting flavors, and we happily indulged in multiple rounds of bread refills just to savor every drop. 26700 Ynez Ct, Temecula, CA 92591

Hsin-Yi KaoHsin-Yi Kao

30

Excellent service in a comfortable and classy environment with exquisite food that is prepared with an eye and effort toward appealing presentation - a nice touch that shows a welcome pride in the quality of their offerings. Scallop app provided one the best scallop tastings we've ever had. Cedar plank salmon was equally impressive - perfectly cooked with a rich and tender melt-in-your-mouth moistnesss. Wonderful. Cioppino was a generous portion of mixed seafood in a marinara-style broth that was a bit lighter than some. If you prefer a broth that is not overly heavy or salty, this one is definitely for you. I loved it. There was a nice variety and balance in the seafood composition and even the calamari remained tender. A truly memorable experience that has me already planning my menu choices for a future visit. Dog friendly patio with doggy menu and complimentary dog biscuit just adds to the "creature" comforts. It is a stop not to be missed. Kudos all around. UPDATE: Over what has become several visits now, I am very pleased to note that the dining experience has been consistently excellent across the variety of meals we have enjoyed so far. Ready for more!

Jason SJason S

40