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Tom Hams Lighthouse, San Diego, CA

Tom Hams Lighthouse

4.6
4.6
6681 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 57 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 291-9110
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kyle Kovar
  • Catering
    Please contact Laugan Miller in our catering office.<br />banquets@tomhamslighthouse.com
  • Private party facilities
    Private and Semi-private accommodations for groups from 20 to 350. Buyouts available. All Dining space has magnificent view of the San Diego Bay.
  • Private party contact
    Brooke Otto: (855) 510-8333
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Harbor Dr.
  • Parking details
    Plenty of free parking right out in front in our private lot.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 6,681 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tom Ham's Lighthouse offers a "breathtaking view" of San Diego Bay, making it a top choice for both romantic and family occasions. Known for its "delicious food" and "excellent service," the restaurant's seafood brunch and attentive staff receive high praise. While some find the menu pricey, the experience is often described as "outstanding."

6,681 Reviews
  1. Susan

    San Diego

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice place. Great service, food was yummy. I plan to come back

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  2. Steve

    VIP

    Sacramento

    112 reviews

    4.0

    112 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Outdoor with heaters at dinner provided a great view of downtown. However, the linguini was clumpy.

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  3. marilyn

    VIP

    San Diego

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was fabulous!!! Food as always was delicious ! There was a “mishap” with delivery of food but corrected very quickly and our server gave us free glasses of wine AND dessert which was truly beyond the call of duty. This has always been one of our favorite restaurants and certainly continues to be!

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  4. Zaman

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the service was great We loved the view

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  5. Liz

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great and the location was beautiful, but I specified when I made the reservation that it was for a birthday and they never asked me about it or did anything for it

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  6. heidi

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful birthday dinner. Sat outside on the patio and it was a perfect evening with an incredible view!

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  7. Dr. Bill

    VIP

    San Diego

    239 reviews

    1.0

    239 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Visit 4 or so: Food was ok, apps better than entrees once again. Pretty bad wines by the glass. Horrible service, tonight by disappearing Desiree, not watching our table or even getting things needed to eat or things we asked for. Another SCAM & maybe illegal is that they add the 5% tip (service charge) for the Owner only & then TAX you on that charge also, for us that was + $20. more. CA Law does not TAX tips or owner “Service Charges” I believe & have the ABUSED customer pay more than what is usual & standard (tax only on foods & bevs consumed in premises). Night manager “Monty” firmly states this Tax on the Service Charge is “perfectly legal.” Not again.

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  8. Flinda

    VIP

    Central Coast

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about the food was excellent including the oysters, the lobster bisque, the Caesar salad and especially the fish and chips. Our drinks were well made and worth the money. The view is amazing and the service is great. Don't miss this experience when you are in San Diego.

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  9. mary

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ricardo, our server was awesome! He was very attentive and answered all of our questions.

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  10. Jennifer

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is a beautiful restaurant that I have eaten at many times before with no complaints, but the buffet yesterday was very disappointing. The lobster claws were inedible and the oysters and crab legs were salty and did not taste fresh. The prime rib was chewy and cold. Other items were tasty, but with those main dishes a disappointment, the buffet was not a great experience. The service was good and it is a beautiful spot.

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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 6681 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 57 times today

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Google Map for Tom Hams Lighthouse

2150 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Harbor Dr.
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 291-9110
  • Catering
    Please contact Laugan Miller in our catering office.<br />banquets@tomhamslighthouse.com
  • Private party facilities
    Private and Semi-private accommodations for groups from 20 to 350. Buyouts available. All Dining space has magnificent view of the San Diego Bay.
  • Private party contact
    Brooke Otto: (855) 510-8333
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