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Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego, San Diego, CA

Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

4.6 (1822)
$30 and under
Seafood
435 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 50 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Lionfish, located in the Pendry San Diego, is a modern, cutting edge sushi and seafood restaurant located on 5th Avenue that features fresh-catch cuisine and seasonal ingredients, all prepared with innovative twists by homegrown San Diego chef JoJo Ruiz.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Sushi
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jose "JoJo" Ruiz
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family & friends or hosting a corporate event, Lionfish can accommodate all of your special event needs. If you have any booking inquiries or interested in making a reservation for 12 or more people- please call the restaurant directly at 619. 738. 7011
  • Private party contact
    Devyn Bleakley: (619) 738-7011
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    J Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available nightly at the Pendry San Diego, around the corner from Lionfish, and plenty of garage parking is available close by.**Currently, please be advised that 5th Avenue is closed for driving / and has limited access on Wednesdays through Sundays.
  • Entertainment
    Frequently, Lionfish will feature an eclectic array of top local performers in the Lounge area. Check our website often for details on upcoming entertainment options.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,822 people are saying

Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego promises "great food and service" with standout sushi, fresh seafood, and remarkable appetizers. Guests rave about "amazing servers" and a "wonderful location" in the Gaslamp. While some note noise and service inconsistencies, many commend the "fantastic happy hour" and overall dining experience.
1,822 Reviews
  1. Jade

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great cocktails and food, we ended up sharing a few hot and cold plates and that was perfect!
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Jade, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego! It's great to know that our cocktails and food hit the mark for you. We always aim to make our guests feel comfortable and satisfied, so it's wonderful to hear that you felt that way. We hope to see you again soon for another great meal! Best, The Management Team

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  2. Lillian

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was maxing and the service was excellent. We will definitely be back.

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  3. Janica

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Happy hour was definitely worth it! Food was affordable and portions were filling.

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  4. Kira

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good but not as good as it should be for the price. I’ve had much better nigiri for cheaper
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Kira, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food, but we're sorry to hear that you found the quality not up to the standard you've come to expect from Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego. We strive to provide the best quality and value, and your feedback helps us to improve. We appreciate your review and look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  5. Sarah

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    100% would recommend. Drinks and all the food we had was superb. Service was excellent too, great vibe overall.
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Sarah, We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our drinks and food. We always strive to provide excellent service, so we're glad to hear that your experience was exemplary. We appreciate your high recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. Catherine VIP

    Los Angeles13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So delicious! Go for the sushi and appetizers. Amazing staff - very accommodating to any dietary request or restrictions! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Catherine, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our sushi and appetizers, and found our staff accommodating to any dietary restrictions. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon at Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  7. Deborah VIP

    New York City113 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had lots of appetizers and each one was a hit!
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Deborah! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our appetizers and found each one to be a hit! It's always our goal to provide delicious food and exceptional service. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon at Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego.

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  8. Jennifer VIP

    Atlanta3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing servers and outstanding food! Emily was great! The sushi is incredible and you cannot go wrong with any of the rolls.
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded 6 days ago
    Hello Jennifer, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience at Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego. It's great to know that you enjoyed our sushi rolls and found the overall value to be good. We're also glad to hear that our servers could meet your expectations. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best Regards, The Management Team

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  9. Jill VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area23 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 8, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I had seen fabulous pictures about their cocktails but they only had two on the happy hour menu a vodka drink and a tequila drink (disappointing). On the happy hour menu drinks are $10 and snacks are $9 which you would think is a good value. The food was yummy but the drinks were what you would expect to get for a $10 cocktail these days. My Moscow mule tasted like the ginger beer was flat. So tasted like not very good vodka and water. Our server offered to take it away but I drank it anyway. Then I had a second cocktail off the pricey menu that was just meh. So finally ordered a glass of bubbly. She opened a brand new bottle which was nice. Service was great-she was lovely. We ended up spending $160 on happy hour not even including tip. So go for happy hour food but spring for a good cocktail.
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded on July 12, 2025
    Hi Jill, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the food and found our service great. However, we're sorry your drinks didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate your comments and will use them to improve our drinks menu. We hope to see you again for a better experience. Best, The Lionfish Management Team

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  10. malcolm VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter did an excellent job with the service. He was prompt, and provided excellent food recommendations.
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded on July 12, 2025
    Hello Malcolm, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We always strive to provide our guests with an excellent dining experience and your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego soon! Best Regards, The Management Team

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FAQs

Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 738-7200.

Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego is rated 4.6 stars by 1822 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 50 times today
Google Map for Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

435 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    J Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available nightly at the Pendry San Diego, around the corner from Lionfish, and plenty of garage parking is available close by.**Currently, please be advised that 5th Avenue is closed for driving / and has limited access on Wednesdays through Sundays.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jose "JoJo" Ruiz
  • Entertainment
    Frequently, Lionfish will feature an eclectic array of top local performers in the Lounge area. Check our website often for details on upcoming entertainment options.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family & friends or hosting a corporate event, Lionfish can accommodate all of your special event needs. If you have any booking inquiries or interested in making a reservation for 12 or more people- please call the restaurant directly at 619. 738. 7011
  • Private party contact
    Devyn Bleakley: (619) 738-7011
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