Duke's La Jolla

Name: Duke's La Jolla
Address: 1216 Prospect Street, San Diego, CA, United States, 92037
Telephone: (858) 454-5888
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

5830 Reviews

$30 and under

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery! Visit dukeslajolla.com to view our menus or place an online takeout order.

You don’t need to cross the Pacific to get a taste of Hawaii. Duke’s La Jolla is San Diego’s island-inspired home, honoring the Ambassador of Aloha, Duke Kahanamoku, with coastal cuisine of Hawaii, craft cocktails and a genuine spirit of aloha. It’s the same authentic hospitality and panoramic ocean view that you’ll find at all of the California and Hawaii Duke’s restaurants, paying tribute to the Duke and welcoming you to celebrate life like the legend himself.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 10, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 143 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Steak, Seafood
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 10:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:30 pm Open Mon–Thu 11:00 am–8:30 pm
Phone number
(858) 454-5888
Website
http://dukeslajolla.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Dustin Anselm
Private party facilities
Overlooking the La Jolla Cove with spectacular views of the Pacific, Duke's offers a spectacular setting to celebrate your next milestone, promotion or special event. Private dining areas are available for groups from 12 to 130.
Private party contact
Kari Satrom: (858) 454-5999

Location
1216 Prospect Street, San Diego, CA 92037
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Cross street
Ivanhoe
Parking details
In addition to street parking, there is a public valet stand steps from the front door and well as numerous paid public parking garages nearby
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Cheeseburger$9.50
1/4 lb. USDA choice beef, cheddar cheese
Fried Chicken$11.00
crispy all-natural chicken strips, panko breaded, ranch dipping sauce
Fresh Fish & Chips$13.00
battered, fried crisp, tartar sauce
Mac & Cheese$8.50
freshly cooked pasta, housemade cheddar cheese sauce
Teriyaki Chicken$11.00
grilled all-natural chicken breast, teriyaki glaze

What 5,830 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
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Diego
Most Booked
San Diego
Most Booked

5,829 Reviews

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Maura
San Diego
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Date Night at Duke’s: Jessica was our waitress. No wait time, service was great. We had dinner on the patio , plenty of heaters , temp was comfortable. I ordered their special glazed halibut , beet salad, and shared a key-lime pie. Paid our bill and received $10.00 off towards our next visit. Five stars for a perfect evening. 😅🥂🍾👩‍🍳👍🎁
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alpha
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience! We arrived to a hand written birthday card for my mother’s birthday!
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Carter
San Diego
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, fabulous ocean view! What’s not to like?
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Unfortunately, 4 out of 5 meals were very uncooked (3 fish entrees, and one steak). They were sent back to the kitchen, but returned still undercooked (although greatly seared on the outside). Surprisingly, the restaurant did not offer to comp any of the meals. This is the first time that I experienced under cooked food at Duke's.
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VincentF
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
You’re missing out if you don’t try Dukes!!! Great food, service, atmosphere and price….
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and always amazing food!! Thanks for making my bday a good one.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a cool place to dine. The lobster is amazing.
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jaeY
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great view!!! All staff were friendly Nice food
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ScottB
San Diego
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and food were great!!!’ I requested a water side table when I made my reservation. We were seated at a table away from the water, I noticed an open water table and had to ask to be seated there which they said ok. But if your greaters knew what tables were open and looked at my request I wouldn’t have had to ask to be reseated. Everything else was super great!
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OpenTable Diner
Indiana
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Steak was undercooked, mahi mahi was extremely dry. Not much to recommend food wise.
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Nicoles
New York Area
82 reviews
vip
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, location, view and staff!!! Everything was wonderful
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KevinL
San Diego
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service and the view is amazing!
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ShelleyK
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a very nice family celebration at Duke's. The ambience and atmosphere are fun yet upscale. We enjoyed the patio dining. The high umbrellas were not intrusive but held the heat in from the many heaters around being a cool night. The food was delicious with good size portions. Our server was courteous, friendly, and flexible when a few of our party requested some changes to the way some items were supposed to be accompanied. The food took a little longer than we would have liked, but we sat down almost a half hour after our reservation time since some of our party were late. I would highly recommend Duke's.
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MarthaM
San Diego
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went to Dukes twice for my birthday and my husbands birthday as we are both November bdays. Enjoyed everything the day of my birthday so we decided to book two weeks later for his bday! I love dukes the food , service and ambiance. Beautiful views.
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Shawnji
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance was great. We were a group of 5, mix of family and friends, all under 30. It's a great place with good food, drinks, and views (all IG worthy). There's literally sea lions and seals on the beach your dining back drop! Within 4-5 mins of some very nice beaches. Moderately priced, but you can taste the freshness in every bite. Definitely coming back with just my gf to try more on the menu.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was so nice! I wish we got his name. We ordered the coconut shrimp and the crab wontons for appetizers and the. Had the Rib/Chicken plate and the Macadamia nut crusted Mahi Mahi plate with a side salad. Everything tasted amazingly!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dukes never disappoints- great food ambiance and terrific server. Will be back soon
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DianaH
San Diego
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We arrived on a sunny Saturday for an 11:15 am reservation. The place was packed! Fortunately, Duke's was in the middle of a turnover of the breakfast crowd, and we were immediately seated at a table along the oceanfront. We ordered the Mac Crusted Mahi Mahi and a classic burger. Both were delicious! It was too early for drinks, although I'll be forever fond of the Lavender Colada from the past. Service was attentive and responsive to requests. Although the bill for two entrees amounted to over $50, it was worth it!
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Anthony
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was immaculate. We were blown away by the attentive and professional service provided to us. The drinks, appetizers, entrees, and dessert all came out in a timely manner. The view we had on the outdoor deck elevated the whole dining experience. Just wonderful.
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James
Los Angeles
196 reviews
vip
5.0
196 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding Lunch! We had a great table outside with a view, service and all food excellent!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Wilmington
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a nice view food was okay as well will come back
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AmyS
San Diego
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great except for the scallops. We had them do a re-fire but they were still tuff to chew. They were so busy and behind we didn’t have the heart to say they were bad. The Macadamia crusted Mahi was very good as well as the Dukes grilled fish plate. The atmosphere was great!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It was average overall. Food and service ok. Nice location and easy to find parking. I’d say that’s the only plus.
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DonP
Greater Boston
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Maya was phenomenal, put a great start to our Thanksgiving with her service and attitude!!
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FK6040
Atlanta Metro
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The food was decent but the service was bad. No refills on empty drinks. Had to go find someone to pay.
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Rmac
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Service was a bit slow. Food plates were nothing special, mahi mahi with poor description by server. Chicken and ribs were good. Salad had no dressing, macaroni salad was tasteless. Cost was a little high for the value
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DukesGuy
San Francisco
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress was FANTASTIC!! The food was very good and very reasonably priced, and of course you can't beat the ocean view.
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MichaelL
Dallas
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and view! I highly recommend it. The view of the seals is a plus!
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TerryA
San Diego
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Duke's is a very pleasant place with great views and very good food. If you haven't been there you may want to give it a try.
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OpenTable Diner
Guadalajara
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Muy buena vista, alimentos regulares. Había un cabello en la comida.
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Kidbonz
San Diego
73 reviews
vip
5.0
73 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great meals and, of course, beautiful views. Our go to brunch spot on a clear sunny day
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Fargo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome spot. Patio goes so hard. Mai tai slapped no cap
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OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Duke’s is dependably good food, and a fantastic patio overlooking the ocean. You pay for the view, but when doesn’t one pay for a spectacular view?
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JennieJ
Tucson
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful views and great food. The valet next door was great also.
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KerryS
San Diego
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A bit spicy, fish tacos. We both had them and consensus was same
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dukes was amazing! We had a large party (12) and our server was amazing! So accommodating and nice. Overall, great experience!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
61 reviews
vip
4.0
61 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was good. The service was excellent, but the view was awesome.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, Shaun, was amazing and truly made our experience at Duke’s one to remember! It was my birthday brunch and I had such a great time. The seats we got were amazing, my friends and I got the most perfect view of La Jolla shores. The food and drinks was amazing as always. And the service was top tier. I’m definitely coming back and bringing more friends.
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JenniferL
San Diego
29 reviews
vip
4.0
29 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Service was attentive, we split a Caesar salad and it was a nice portion each for the hubby and me, and the entrees were prepared well and very tasty. Nice touch for dessert for my birthday; I had the key lime pie. I do have a suggestion though, please would add more space between tables, we were seated at the end table, in the second row closest to the plexiglass wall. Other than that, overall experience was positive.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Lobster I’ve ever had! Wonderful drinks and great service!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Duke's La Jolla using the Order Online button. Duke's La Jolla also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 454-5888.

Duke's La Jolla is rated 4.6 stars by 5830 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 10, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 143 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1216 Prospect Street, San Diego, CA 92037

Additional information

Cross street
Ivanhoe
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 10:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:30 pm Open Mon–Thu 11:00 am–8:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
In addition to street parking, there is a public valet stand steps from the front door and well as numerous paid public parking garages nearby
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Dustin Anselm
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://dukeslajolla.com/
Phone number
(858) 454-5888
Private party facilities
Overlooking the La Jolla Cove with spectacular views of the Pacific, Duke's offers a spectacular setting to celebrate your next milestone, promotion or special event. Private dining areas are available for groups from 12 to 130.
Private party contact
Kari Satrom: (858) 454-5999

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Duke's La Jolla

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Popular dishes

Fish Tacos

Steak & Scallops

Key Lime Pie

Menu

Lunch & Dinner

Cheeseburger$9.50

Fried Chicken$11.00

Fresh Fish & Chips$13.00

Mac & Cheese$8.50

Teriyaki Chicken$11.00

What 5,830 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Duke's La Jolla offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Duke's La Jolla restaurant rated?

Is Duke's La Jolla currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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