The Port of San Diego is considering proposals from two restaurant companies to replace Anthony’s Fish Grotto on the waterfront adjacent to the Maritime Museum of San Diego.
Anthony’s 52-year-lease on the signature location expires on Jan. 31, 2017. The port staff is recommending the board choose between proposals from Sunroad Enterprises and The Brigantine at a meeting next Tuesday.
“As the steward of this public land, the Port of San Diego is using a competitive selection process to maximize the potential of this tremendously desirable location,” said Port Chief Executive Officer Randa Coniglio.
“This is a very unique, over-water site at the most prominent location on our waterfront,”she added. “Our region deserves a world-class restaurant anchor as part of an unforgettable San Diego Bay experience.”
Both proposals plan an investment of up to $15 million and include a combination different restaurant types.
Sunroad’s would include Blue Point Coastal Cusine by Cohn Restaurant Group, a Craft and Commerce gastropub, two different King’s Seafood restaurants and a Stone Brewery tasting room.
Brigantine’s plan includes Brigantine on the Bay, Miguel’s Cocina, Ketch Grill & Taps and Portside Gelato & Coffee.
Earlier this year the board declined to accept a proposal from the operators of the current restaurant.
