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Tom Hams Lighthouse, San Diego, CA

Tom Hams Lighthouse

4.6
4.6
6716 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 52 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Tom Ham’s Lighthouse was built in 1971 by a man who was not afraid to put his name on his product. Rooted in warm welcomes & excellent food, Tom Ham made his lifelong dream a reality. Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is the only restaurant in the US to have a USCG operated & maintained Lighthouse attached to it. You can locate us on any modern nautical map as Beacon #9. Featuring a 100% responsibly resourced seafood menu & award winning Sunday Champagne Brunch, we are a must when it comes to the San Diego food scene. The dining room, purposely shaped like the state of California, allows for groups as grand as 50 yet private enough for a couple’s night out. Holiday brunches have been long time family traditions for many San Diegans. Start your family’s tradition this next holiday. With the best views of the Downtown City Skyline, Coronado & San Diego Bay, Tom Ham's is & remains a San Diego tradition in dining excellence since 1971.

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  • Location
    2150 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
  • Phone number
    (619) 291-9110
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 09:30–14:30 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of free parking right out in front in our private lot.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kyle Kovar

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Menu

Available Monday-Saturday 11:30am to 3:00pm

Starters

  • Soup du JourUSD 9.00

    • CalamariUSD 13.00

      Honey chili lime sauce

      • Loaded HummusUSD 17.00

        Creamy hummus, roasted red bell pepper, kalamata olive, cherry tomato, feta, California olive oil, chervil, house made pita bread

        • CrudoUSD 14.00

          Citrus, olive oil, sea salt, avocado, cilantro, Fresno Chili

          • House CevicheUSD 14.00

            Avocado, lime, cilantro, red onion, tomato, corn tortilla chips

            Greens

            add grilled chicken $6 | grilled salmon $15 | grilled shrimp $8 | prime 6oz. flat iron steak $10

            • Shrimp LouieUSD 18.00

              Grilled Cajun shrimp, baby iceberg, avocado, grilled asparagus, cherry tomato, hard boiled egg, red onions, Louis dressing

              • Lighthouse GreensUSD 11.00

                Mixed greens, shaved vegetables, sliced, apple aged red wine vinaigrette

                • Chopped Caesar SaladUSD 13.00

                  Spanish anchovies, house croutons, pecorino

                  • Tuna NicoiseUSD 16.00

                    Seared tuna, greens, pearl potato, Kalamata olives, haricot verts, tomato, pickled egg, red onions red wine vinaigrette

                    • Baby Kale SaladUSD 14.00

                      Granny Smith apples, 5 year Irish cheddar, bacon, wholegrain mustard vinaigrette

                      Sandwiches | Entrées

                      Sandwiches come with your choice of french fries or mixed greens salad with shaved vegetables, aged red wine vinaigrette

                      • Fish & ChipsUSD 18.00

                        Fall Brewing Plenty For All Pilsner battered fish, tartar, french fries

                        • Lobster RollUSD 22.00

                          Watercress, tomato, chive, tarragon dressing

                          • Blackened Salmon BLTUSD 19.00

                            butter lettuce, roasted garlic aioli, toasted brioche bun

                            • Shrimp Po' BoyUSD 16.00

                              Crisp lettuce, heirloom tomato, poblano aioli, French roll, served with french fries

                              • Market FishUSD 24.00

                                Haricot verts, pearl potatoes, sauce vierge

                                • CioppinoUSD 21.00

                                  Market fish, clams, scallops, mussels, squid, rustic tomato broth

                                  • Beacon #9 BurgerUSD 18.00

                                    ½ lb. Burger, shredded lettuce, heirloom tomato, crispy Maui Onions, American cheese, truffle aioli

                                    • BBQ Beef SandwichUSD 16.00

                                      Roasted beef, creamy slaw, house smoky BBQ sauce, brioche bun

                                      • Fried Chicken SandwichUSD 15.00

                                        Pickle and jalapeno slaw, Sriracha aioli

                                        • Turkey Avocado SandwichUSD 16.00

                                          Roasted turkey breast, bacon, avocado, butterleaf lettuce, heirloom tomato, mayo, toasted sourdough

                                          • Prime 6oz Top SirloinUSD 20.00

                                            Arugula, pickled red onions, heirloom cherry tomatoes, poached egg

                                            Wines by the Glass

                                              Whites

                                              • LaMarca - Prosecco, ItalyUSD 8.00

                                                • Beringer - White Zinfandel, CaliforniaUSD 7.00

                                                  • Sanford - Rose of Pinot Noir, Santa Rita HillsUSD 10.00

                                                    • Ruffino - Pinot Grigio, ItalyUSD 8.00

                                                      • Santa Margherita - Pinot Grigio, ItalyUSD 12.00

                                                        • Stoneburn - Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough NZUSD 8.00

                                                          • Grgich Hills - Sauvignon Blanc, Napa ValleyUSD 12.00

                                                            • Hess - Chardonnay, Monterey CountyUSD 8.00

                                                              • Ferrari-Carano - Chardonnay, SonomaUSD 11.00

                                                                • Saddleback - Chardonnay, Napa ValleyUSD 13.00

                                                                  Reds

                                                                  • Wild Horse - Pinot Noir, Central CoastUSD 12.00

                                                                    • Kessler-Haak - Pinot Noir, Santa Rita HillsUSD 14.00

                                                                      • Wente - Merlot, Livermore ValleyUSD 10.00

                                                                        • Duckhorn - Merlot, Napa ValleyUSD 18.00

                                                                          • Altocedro - Malbec, ArgentinaUSD 8.00

                                                                            • Peachy Canyon - Westside Zinfandel, Paso RoblesUSD 10.00

                                                                              • Ravenswood - Cabernet Sauvignon, CaliforniaUSD 8.00

                                                                                • Justin - Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso RoblesUSD 14.00

                                                                                  • Frank Family - Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa ValleyUSD 18.00

                                                                                    Lighthouse Libations

                                                                                    • Hibiscus MuleUSD 14.00

                                                                                      Cutwater Spirits Hibiscus Fugu Vodka, grape fruit bitters, lime & ginger beer

                                                                                      • Saucy SallyUSD 12.00

                                                                                        Cutwater Spirits 3 Sheets light rum, raspberries, mint, lemon juice

                                                                                        • Skrewball PainkillerUSD 14.00

                                                                                          Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, Orange Juice, Pineapple Juice, Cream of Coconut, Nutmeg

                                                                                          • Monkey SlideUSD 14.00

                                                                                            Cutwater Bali Hai Tiki Monkey, Cream of Coconut, Dolce Negro Espresso Liqueur. Served Up or Over Crushed Ice. Ask about this as an espresso martini

                                                                                            • Cucumber Gin GimletUSD 12.00

                                                                                              Cutwater Barrel Rested Old Grove Gin, St. Germain, Cucumber, Lime Juice, Splash of Simple Syrup

                                                                                              • Aperol SpritzerUSD 11.00

                                                                                                Aperol, LaMarca Prosecco, Topped with Soda Water and Orange Zest

                                                                                                • Tiny BubblesUSD 12.00

                                                                                                  Prosecco, Cutwater Spirits Old Grove Gin, Crème de violet

                                                                                                  • Rye ManhattanUSD 16.00

                                                                                                    Templeton Small Batch Rye Whiskey, Antica Formula Vermouth

                                                                                                    • Tom Ham's RumhattanUSD 13.00

                                                                                                      Cutwater Spirits Barrel Aged 3 Sheets rum, Harvey's Bristol cream, cherry bitters

                                                                                                      • Citrus SiestaUSD 12.00

                                                                                                        Milagro Silver, Campari, Grapefruit & Lime Juices with a splash of Simple Syrup

                                                                                                        • World Famous Bali Hai Mai TaiUSD 12.00

                                                                                                          (No Juice Added!) Cruzan Aged Light Rum, Coruba Jamaican Dark Rum, dash of Trader Vic's Orgeat Syrup, dash of Triple Sec, splash of Sweet & Sour. Quite possibly the Strongest Drink You'll Ever Consume. (limit 2 per person)

                                                                                                          • Bayside SangriaUSD 10.00

                                                                                                            Rosenblum Zinfandel, Cointreau, brandy, fresh fruit

                                                                                                            • Island SunsetUSD 12.00

                                                                                                              Cutwater Spirits Bali Hai Tiki Gold Rum, Coruba Jamaican Dark Rum, Trader Vic's Passion Syrup, guava & pineapple juice, lime

                                                                                                              • Barrel Aged NegroniUSD 14.00

                                                                                                                Cutwater Barrel Rested Old Grove Gin, Aperol, Antica Formula Vermouth, Grapefruit Zest

                                                                                                                • PomtiniUSD 12.00

                                                                                                                  Absolut Citron, POM Juice, fruit juice, float of Prosecco

                                                                                                                  • Strawberry Jalapeno Shrub MargaritaUSD 15.00

                                                                                                                    Nostrum: Strawberry-Hibiscus-Jalapeno Shrub, Sauza Hornitos, Cointreau & Lime Juice

                                                                                                                    Last updated: 10 May 2022

                                                                                                                    What 6,716 people are saying

                                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                    4.6
                                                                                                                    4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                    • 4.5Food
                                                                                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                                    • 4.3Value

                                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                    Tom Ham's Lighthouse offers a "spectacular view" of San Diego Bay and a delightful dining experience. Guests rave about the "excellent food and service," especially the seafood and brunch options. While some mention noise levels and occasional service hiccups, many highlight the "beautiful setting," making it ideal for special occasions and casual outings alike.

                                                                                                                    6,716 Reviews

                                                                                                                    1. Liz VIP

                                                                                                                      San Diego130 reviews

                                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      The employees at the hostess were very friendly as was the waiter & servers. However, the food wasn’t very good. The calamari was bland and the rings were tiny and there were way too many of the ‘bodies’. We were sharing a salad and lobster roll. Unfortunately, both came out together. We had the asparagus, roasted corn salad and it was bland. The dressing was so mild we could barely taste it. The lobster roll had such a heavy dose of seasoning that the flavor of the lobster was overwhelmed. Here they should’ve added some of that lemon salad dressing. Service was nothing special. We had to ask for plates so we could split the dishes. Drinks weren’t refilled without asking. Last summer we had a great lunch, but I don’t think we’ll return.

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                                                                                                                    2. NancyJ

                                                                                                                      San Diego1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Beautiful historic venue with views of San Diego Bay from almost every table. The views- continually changing from catamarans to Aircraft carriers. History- the dining room is in the shape of the State of California. The beacon of light has been shining on the bay for almost 100 years. It is maintained by the Coast Guard. Food- delicious and beautifully presented. We had mussels, fried oysters, grilled peppers, beet salad, and the Yellow tail fish. We were pleased with all of our selections. You can also order seafood individually. Server Alicia was quite informative and attentive. Thank you for a pleasingly memorable afternoon/evening.

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                                                                                                                    3. Meg

                                                                                                                      San Diego3 reviews

                                                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                                      Unpleasantly loud and mediocre food. Pretty view, spoiled by the noise inside.

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                                                                                                                    4. Jeff

                                                                                                                      Los Angeles12 reviews

                                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      This is our romantic spot to go to in San Diego. Sunset time is magical for us. However, the noise level in the restaurant is really loud. I don't remember the noise before they remodeled. Next time we will sit outside where it should be much quieter. We opted inside this time because of the climate. Take away - Service is fantastic, food is over the top and their New England Claim Chowder is the best we have tasted in San Diego.

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                                                                                                                    5. Bob

                                                                                                                      San Francisco68 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on 24 February 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      tom Ham's Lighthouse is a spacious restaurant set in a stunning overwater venue with great views of the San Diego harbor. The service was outstanding. The New England clam chowder was rich and full of clam meat. Their quirky version of a Shrimp Louie was a little off-putting. While the ingredients were good by themselves, getting two wedges of iceberg lettuce instead of having it shredded meant either a tedious process of cutting it up or enjoying the ingredients sequentially. I would definitely go to this restaurant again when in next in San Diego, but would search for a different entee.

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                                                                                                                    6. Roberto

                                                                                                                      San Diego1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on 24 February 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Went for my husband‘s birthday. The food was amazing. Service was awesome and they gave us a free dessert for my husband‘s birthday overall beautiful place. Definitely coming back. 

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                                                                                                                    7. Caren

                                                                                                                      Seattle1 review

                                                                                                                      2.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on 23 February 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                                      The food quality does not match the price you are charged. Disappointing.

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                                                                                                                    8. Brian VIP

                                                                                                                      San Diego23 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Excellent food and the best view of downtown San Diego!

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                                                                                                                    9. Kurtiss

                                                                                                                      New Mexico11 reviews

                                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on 19 February 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      Lobster rolls a disappointment. I could swear my top shelf rum piña colada was rail rum. Chopped langostinos on a hot dog bun and call it a lobster roll.

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                                                                                                                    10. Mike

                                                                                                                      Chicago2 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      Dined on 18 February 2025

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Our waitress was awesome and gave great recommendations.

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                                                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                                                    Tom Hams Lighthouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 291-9110.

                                                                                                                    Tom Hams Lighthouse is rated 4.6 stars by 6716 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                                                    7:00 pm
                                                                                                                    Booked 52 times today
                                                                                                                    Google Map for Tom Hams Lighthouse

                                                                                                                    2150 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

                                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                                                      (619) 291-9110
                                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                                      Seafood, Californian, Steak
                                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                      Brunch Sun 09:30–14:30 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
                                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                                      Plenty of free parking right out in front in our private lot.
                                                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                      Kyle Kovar

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