Best Historic Restaurants in Mission Beach

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Bay ParkCoronadoDowntownHillcrestLa JollaLittle Italy

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1. Brockton Villa

4.7

Exceptional(2829)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • La Jolla

Booked 31 times today

Great Food * Epic SunsetsBrockton Villa is a beautiful historic home converted into a restaurant located directly across from the ocean. Our seaside location offers a spectacular view of the world-famous La Jolla Cove, and has become a favorite "show off" spot for locals and visitors alike. We are known for our breakfasts, including our famous Coast Toast. Our chef creates many other wonderful dishes seasonally for lunch and our dinner service.Our house is the perfect place for you to host your next party. Whether it be a wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, baptism, bridal shower, baby shower, or any special occasion.Brockton Villa loves families! Please don't forget to include your little ones in your reservation count!

2. Paradisaea

4.7

Exceptional(627)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • La Jolla

Booked 30 times today

A celebration of food, cocktails, art, and warm hospitality. Housed in the historic Piano Building, in the heart of the vibrant community of Bird Rock, Paradisaea is a destination restaurant and bar, that San Diegans frequent for crave-able, accessible fare, executed at the highest level.

3. Le Coq

4.5

Awesome(457)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • La Jolla

Booked 22 times today

Le Coq is James Beard Best Chef finalist Tara Monsod’s new wave French steakhouse. Inspired by the modern Parisian culinary landscape, chef Tara reinvents classic dishes through her signature approach, blending cross-cultural references and ingredients for a distinctly SoCal expression of French cuisine. Bright touches and hyper-seasonal products ground the menu with San Diego style, while nods to chef Tara’s Southeast Asian background are interwoven throughout. Located in downtown La Jolla in a 1930’s historic building with exposed brick walls, steel trusses, and a barrel-vaulted ceiling. Into this storied shell is inserted a posh 1970’s diner club.

4. The Whaling Bar

4.7

Exceptional(116)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • La Jolla

Booked 19 times today

Rediscover The Whaling Bar in La Jolla, blending historic charm and modern luxury. Once beloved in the La Valencia hotel, it's back after ten years, mixing its rich legacy with today's elegance. Known for its cozy atmosphere and top-notch service, it's been updated for contemporary tastes without losing its heritage essence. Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski, with a background in America's top kitchens and Iron Chef America, leads the culinary journey, offering a menu that combines classic and innovative approaches. The Whaling Bar invites both old fans and new to enjoy luxury and become part of La Jolla's ongoing story.

A photo of Tom Hams Lighthouse restaurant

5. Tom Hams Lighthouse

4.6

Exceptional(6753)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 76 times today

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.

6. Tako

4.2

Awesome(109)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Old Town

Booked 11 times today

Nestled in the most historic neighborhood in California, Old Town San Diego, there is plenty to see and do. We strive to provide an unforgettable experience with top notch cocktails, the freshest fish & ingredients available, and unmatched atmosphere....21+ Speakeasy, If the light is on we're Open!

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7. Officine Buona Forchetta

4.5

Awesome(559)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Point Loma

Booked 58 times today

Located in the heart of the historic Liberty Station neighborhood, Officine Buona Forchetta blends award winning Neapolitan-style pies and Northern Italian upscale entrees in a family-friendly, approachable space.

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8. Bali Hai Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(6083)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Polynesian • Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

Booked 60 times today

Exotic Pacific dining on an enchanted tiki island.The Bali Hai Restaurant has been a favorite in San Diego for over 70 years. Our spectacular views of the San Diego bay and the downtown skyline make us the perfect location for any special event. Along with our dining room upstairs, our premise possesses three different and versatile private rooms. The flexibility of multiple private facilities allows us to accommodate any type of party. We host weddings, class reunions, birthdays, anniversaries, concerts, memorials, festivals, fundraisers, business meetings, seminars, and corporate events.Cancellation Policy:The Bali Hai Restaurant requires a credit card to secure all Sunday Brunch and Holiday reservations and large groups. All credit card information will be processed securely. Changes to reservations can be made online through OpenTable up until 24 hours before the reservation. No-shows or cancellations less than 24 hours in advance may be subject to a charge of $25 per person.

A photo of Mediterranean Room - La Valencia Hotel restaurant

9. Mediterranean Room - La Valencia Hotel

4.3

Awesome(1760)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • La Jolla

Booked 38 times today

La Valencia Hotel's premier ocean view dining destination, the Mediterranean Room, is a nod to the property's transportive Mediterranean-inspired look and feel. Formerly The Med, the reimagined space celebrates an all new menu inspired by the California coast and seasonally-driven, locally-sourced ingredients. Dine in the reimagined ocean view dining room, the transformed patio under the palms or the ocean view terrace. Enjoy your favorites daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and enjoy brunch every Saturday and Sunday. Reservations highly encouraged. Ocean View Terrace seating IS NOT GUARANTEED and will be given to GUESTS PRESENT for their reservation based on what is AVAILABLE AT THE TIME. Bring your four-legged friend to enjoy our dog menu available on our dog-friendly patio.

10. El Agave

4.8

Exceptional(2531)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Old Town

Booked 33 times today

Experience the true flavor of Mexico at San Diego’s premier Mexican cuisine destination.Established in 1996, El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria offers its patrons a unique dining setting withinthe largest tequila museum in the United States – with over 3,000 tequilas on display – alsorepeatedly voted the #1 tequila bar in the country. Nestled in historic Old Town, San Diego, it is theperfect place to enjoy a business lunch, romantic date, rehearsal dinner or to simply relax andunwind sipping find tequila with friends.

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DevenVIP
San Diego •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was phenomenal and our waitress Taylor was amazing along with all the support staff. Cannot wait to go back! The bread, pasta, hamachi, and Salisbury steak was perfect. Best dirty martinis also!
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ParadisaeaPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• La Jolla
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4.7
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MarciaVIP
San Diego •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Tom Hams is a great all around restaurant. Parking is plentiful & free. The view is amazing. Our server Ricardo was so attentive. He was asking us about what we needed before we could even ask him. And most importantly - the food is reasonably priced and delicious. We started with appetizers - calamari, Brussel sprouts and cauliflower. All were yummy. And our entrees were great too. I had the paella (they subbed out the mussels which I appreciated). The other ladies were happy with their selections too (yellow fin, raw bar & scallops). Just a great night!!!!
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Tom Hams LighthousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.6
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Michael
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent restaurant truly delicious French cuisine. Highly recommend caviar. Very unique way of presentation.
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Le CoqPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• La Jolla
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4.5
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HaileyVIP
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great service, cute ambience, delicious food and mocktails. Burger 10/10
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The Whaling BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• La Jolla
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4.7
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Veronica
Los Angeles •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Apr 19, 2025
Gorgeous location, decent food :) lovely place for a celebration
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Brockton VillaPrice: Moderate• Californian• La Jolla
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4.7

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