Dining at the hotel: Watertable, Pete’s, Shor and poolside options
On-site dining at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa centers on Watertable for New American/coastal meals, Pete’s Sunset Grille for casual grill plates and cocktails, plus beachfront and poolside options (Shor, Mankota's Grill, Slyders Bar and Café, Tower 15 Pizzeria). In-room dining and Surf City Grocers grab-and-go are available for quieter or early-morning meals.
In this guide
Watertable — the hotel’s main restaurant
Watertable is Hyatt’s New American / Contemporary coastal restaurant at the resort, serving breakfast by day and dinner plus cocktails in the evening. The property describes it as offering award-winning coastal cuisine with a Gastro Pantry and Bar.
Breakfast and dinner hours are listed on Hyatt’s site and reservations are recommended for dinner and weekend dining. The restaurant follows a casual-elegant style and allows guests to eat on-site for morning and evening service.
- Serves: Breakfast & Dinner
- Breakfast hours: generally start at 7:00 a.m.; weekend breakfast may run slightly later (check current posted hours)
- Dinner & bar hours vary by day; reservations recommended for dinner
- Some Watertable items are available via In-Room Dining
| Service | Typical Hours (see front desk for current times) |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | Starts at 7:00 a.m. |
| Dinner & Bar | Evening hours with later bar hours on weekends |
| Reservations | Recommended for dinner and weekend service |
Pete’s Sunset Grille — casual grill with a beach feel
Pete’s Sunset Grille is the resort’s casual American grill and bar, focused on burgers, fish tacos and beach-inspired cocktails for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress code is casual and the atmosphere is relaxed.
Hyatt notes breakfast and lunch hours that begin early on weekdays, and dinner service in the evening; the restaurant’s own site lists slightly different daily lunch/dinner times, so check the front desk or Pete’s site for the current schedule.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Casual dress code; family-friendly seating
- Valet parking validation for up to 3 hours when dining may be available (confirm with host)
| Meal | Typical availability |
|---|---|
| Breakfast / Lunch | Morning to early afternoon (weekdays earlier; weekend times vary) |
| Dinner | Evening service nightly (confirm exact times) |
| Bar | Evening hours; may extend later on weekends |
Shor and beachfront dining
Shor is the resort’s beachfront venue offering coastal comfort food and seasonal oceanside menus, with ocean views and a focus on California wines and handcrafted cocktails. It’s intended for guests who want meals closer to the beachside setting.
Shor’s service can be seasonal or subject to change; check with the concierge for current hours and whether outdoor tables with ocean views are available during your stay.
- Beachfront setting with ocean views
- Coastal comfort food, cocktails and California wines
- Hours may change seasonally—confirm with concierge
| Feature | Note |
|---|---|
| Setting | Beachfront / ocean views |
| Cuisine | Coastal comfort and seasonal offerings |
| Reservations / hours | Check concierge for current availability |
Poolside options: Mankota's Grill, Slyders and Tower 15
The resort offers multiple poolside venues for casual meals and drinks. Mankota's Grill and Slyders Bar and Café serve poolside bites and beverages around the family and lagoon-style pool areas.
Tower 15 Pizzeria operates seasonally near lifeguard station 15 and provides pizza, salads and sandwiches for a quick beach-to-pool meal. Pool and poolside hours can vary; the concierge can confirm which outlets are open during your visit.
- Mankota's Grill: poolside American bar and casual bites
- Slyders Bar & Café: family-friendly poolside classics and drinks
- Tower 15 Pizzeria: seasonal poolside pizzeria (pizza, salads, sandwiches)
- Pool hours: main pools are heated and typically open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; pool access is for registered guests only
| Venue | Typical Offer |
|---|---|
| Mankota's Grill | American poolside bar and casual plates |
| Slyders Bar & Café | Family-friendly casual classics and drinks |
| Tower 15 Pizzeria | Seasonal pizza, salads and sandwiches |
In-Room Dining and Surf City Grocers convenience
In-Room Dining is available for breakfast and dinner during posted hours; Watertable specialty items may also be offered for delivery through the service. Delivery fees and gratuities apply—check current details at the time of ordering.
Surf City Grocers is the on-site grocery/convenience store offering Starbucks coffee and grab-and-go breakfast items, snacks and essentials if you prefer quick, self-service options instead of a sit-down meal.
- In-Room Dining: breakfast (morning) and dinner (evening) service—check current hours
- Surf City Grocers: Starbucks coffee, grab-and-go items and snacks
- Good option for early departures, late arrivals, or families with small children
| Service | Best for |
|---|---|
| In-Room Dining | Quiet meals in-room, breakfast or dinner delivery |
| Surf City Grocers | Quick snacks, coffee, and grab-and-go breakfast |
| Poolside venues | Casual lunches and drinks while at the pool or beach |
Practical tips for dining at the resort
Reservations are recommended for Watertable, especially for dinner and weekend service. For poolside venues and seasonal beachfront outlets, check with the concierge the day you arrive for current hours and any weather-related changes.
Remember the resort is not all-inclusive: rates do not include meals and drinks. The resort fee covers pool and beach amenities and premium internet, but not food or beverage charges.
- Tip: Call the front desk or concierge to confirm hours and to make restaurant reservations
- Pool access and hours: pools are typically open 8:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. and are for registered guests only
- If you need early breakfast or late dinner service, In-Room Dining or Surf City Grocers are reliable alternatives
| Question | What to do |
|---|---|
| Unsure about hours | Ask concierge on arrival |
| Need to dine in-room | Use In-Room Dining during posted service hours |
| Want a quick coffee or snack | Visit Surf City Grocers on property |
