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Tom Hams Lighthouse, San Diego, CA

Tom Hams Lighthouse

4.6
4.6
6671 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 36 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 6,671 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tom Ham's Lighthouse offers stunning views of San Diego Bay, making it a go-to spot for special occasions. Guests praise the "amazing service" and "beautiful ambiance." The seafood brunch and varied menu options are highlights, though some have noted inconsistencies. Overall, it's a memorable dining experience with exceptional staff and breathtaking vistas.

6,671 Reviews
  1. Andrew

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to celebrate girlfriend's Birthday and exceeded expectations. Food was delicious, atmosphere was prefect, sat outside with the heaters and was comfortable. Desiree was awesome! Took great care of us and treated us like family. Highly recommend for special occasions or date night.

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  2. Justine

    San Diego

    46 reviews

    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of our favorite places. We usually go for dinner but today we went for lunch and I confess it just wasn’t as good as it usually is. We all have our so-so days and we will go again but I was excited to share this place with friends who were visiting and it was meh. The waiter was lovely but the bus staff kept trying to clear our plates before we were done (and it wasn’t yet busy so not like they needed the table). The calamari were under seasoned and the batter on the fish and chips was mushy and also under seasoned. Better luck next time, I hope.

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  3. Sebastian

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, good service, great ambience overlooking the water and easy to make reservations. Highly recommend this place

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  4. Marika

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice restaurant with lots of space and pretty views. We wish they had at least one vegan entree option for a member of our lunch party. The cioppino was excellent.

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  5. Shiela

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience as always. We love this place. The food, service and ambiance were excellent. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Highly recommend this place👍

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  6. Bruce

    VIP

    San Diego

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    From the moment you’re greeted by a friendly host, you’re seated at your table and meeting your server who is courteous, polite.

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  7. Jamie

    VIP

    Phoenix

    30 reviews

    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went to dinner here for my wife’s birthday while visiting family in San Diego. Ordered drinks at the bar while we were waiting for our table, and unfortunately that was the best part of the night. We’ve been here before and always had a great meal, tonight was very different. When our Uber driver dropped us off, she mentioned that things had changed and food was not the same. The pasta was bland, shrimp had no flavor. The scallops had absolutely no seasoning or flavor, mushrooms had a very tough chew to them, and sauce was not good. The Bouillabaisse was ok, but needed more flavor. We overheard others sitting next to us say similar things about their dishes. Overall we were disappointed due to coming here in the past and always enjoying our meal. Like our driver told us, not sure what happened to this place.

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  8. Lisa

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was not good.. service was okay. Will not go back

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  9. Stacy

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time we visit San Diego (which is about 3 times a year), we always dine at Tom Hamm’s! The food is fantastic, the service outstanding, and you can’t beat the gorgeous view!

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  10. Liza

    VIP

    San Diego

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great service and deliscious food A favorite of ours for over 40 years We come back when ever we need to pick up friends from the airport in the evening as well as for special occasions

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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 6671 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 36 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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