The Boat Grotto
The Boat Grotto is San Diego's headquarter for all of your boat repair, re-powering, and service needs. They are a Platinum Dealer and factory authorized service center for all Mercury Marine products, as well as an authorized service facility for Yamaha outboards, G3, CMD Diesel and Zeus Pod. With more than two decades of experience in San Diego, they are a one-stop source for most makes and models.
Services & Specialties
Reviews & Testimonials
5Mario and his team just repowered my Boston Whaler and it has been the Best experience I have had with any dealer in my 50 plus years of owning all kinds of boats and motorized vehicles. Mario Really cares about his customers and goes the … More
I went to The Boat Grotto with a shifting problem on my Mercury 90hp 4 stroke outboard on Wed. and by Friday I had it back thanks to Mario being so responsive to my needs. And his mechanics, Ceasars and Junior were so knowledgeable and … More
Recently I brought my Tohatsu 6hp motor to be serviced at The Boat Grotto. Honestly, can't complain about Mario, he was attentive. However, the full service I paid for (over 600 bucks) which I was told was a deal - normally 1000, was not … More
Great place! Mario is helping me re-power my inboard diesel with (2) Mercury Verado 300HP outboards. He has taken so much time working with me to go over pros & cons, what to expect, what to avoid and helping prepare me for the project. I can’t say enough good things. Thank you!
I purchased a 2019 bayliner from Mario. After looking at the boat and asking questions. He assured me that everything thing is working as it should. Well this turned out not to be the truth. After I used this boat only one time. Not a … More
Location & Service Area
The Boat Grotto serves clients within approximately 50 km of their location in San Diego.