The Marine Room

Name: The Marine Room
Address: 2000 Spindrift Drive, San Diego, CA, United States, 92037
Telephone: (858) 459-7222
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

6242 Reviews

$50 and over

Seafood

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For generations of San Diegans, the “Seahorse” symbol of The Marine Room has long stood for its dramatic on-the-surf location and California coastal cuisine by Executive Chef Mike Minor and his team. Considering this rare blend of culinary excellence, uncompromising service and beachfront setting, it’s no wonder The Marine Room has become a true San Diego landmark. Opened in 1941, The Marine Room quickly became famous as pounding surf created dramatic displays against the restaurant's windows. For more than half a century, celebrities, world figures, residents, and visitors have made it a habit to enjoy the spectacular panoramic views of the Pacific and exceptional cuisine. We invite you to San Diego's iconic dining destination and experience how each tide brings something new to The Marine Room. You’re not reserving a table – you’re joining a 80-year tradition.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 15, 2022

May 2022

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11:30 PM

Booked 40 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Cuisines
Seafood, Californian, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Dinner
Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 459-7222
Website
http://www.marineroom.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Mike Minor
Catering
With customizable private dining options, The Marine Room will enhance your event with a masterful menu utilizing the culinary flair of Executive Chef Mike Minor. From elegant three-course meals and tray-passed hors d'oeuvres to lavish buffets for lunch or dessert, The Marine Room is more than great dining; it is an experience to be remembered.
Private party facilities
Our oceanfront event venue in La Jolla is an ideal location to host your next special event or celebration. Whether it is a business meeting, family milestone, wedding, or just a friendly get together, we strive to exceed all of your expectations.
Private party contact
Amii Cambaliza: (888) 653-0630

Location
2000 Spindrift Drive San Diego, CA 92037
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Cross street
La Jolla Shores Drive
Parking details
Valet parking is available for a nominal fee. Street parking is also available.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Signature Maine Lobster Bisque$22.00
lobster claw, cheddar biscuit
Classic Caesar Salad$21.00
baby romaine, spanish anchovy, grana padano
Beet Salad$23.00
aged gorgonzola, prosciutto crisp, amaranth, lemon oil
Hamachi Crudo$26.00
coconut agua chile, radish, shiso, rainbow tobiko
Pan Seared Wild Mushrooms$23.00
black garlic, madeira, boschetto
Crab Cake$32.00
salpicon salad, aji amaraillo dressing, piquillo sauce, avocado balm
Imperial Ossetra Caviar$120.00
blinis, condiments

Main Courses

Sustainable Local Seafood

Local Bluefin Tuna$55.00
pickled ginger, fresno chiles, togarashi aioli
Baja California Swordfish$46.00
potato puree, spring onion, shrimp, aji amarillo
Shrimp and Scallops$65.00
corn relish, coconut basil foam, pork belly, black lemon zest
Pan Seared Salmon and Manila Clams$57.00
pea puree, shaved carrots, saffron crème
Whole Seabream$55.00
mediterranean pan sauce, cilantro pesto
Alaskan Halibut$57.00
charred artichoke, mushroom quinoa, citron

Creekstone Farms

Center Cut Filet Mignon$62.00
gorgonzola potato, bone marrow butter, melbec
Cast Iron Strip Steak$85.00
root vegetables, shallot aioli, piquillo
Berkshire Pork Chop$65.00
szechuan glaze, radicchio, kohlrabi, seasonal squash

Sides

$16

Grilled Hearts of Palm
aji verde and chimichurri
Pan Seared Wild Mushrooms
black garlic, madeira, boschetto
Truffle Yuca Fries
parmigiano reggiano
Buttered Asparagus
smoked sea salt
Gorgonzola Potato Puree

What 6,242 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect venue for the celebration of our son’s college graduation. The staff is professional, sophisticated but not pretentious. Our meals and service were exceptional.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food2service3ambience3
The view is great，but the food is not deserve the money. I could say I pay for the view.
BP
BigPoppa
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you are looking for a special place that you will always remember, this is it. Perfect for a romantic evening and ideal for a special occasion. Sunset and high tide are the ideal times for a window table-
FH
FloydH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very beautiful. Food was delicious and everyone was very friendly and courteous.
PC
PatriciaC
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service3ambience5
How can you beat ocean front dining? Great menus, great companion (you’re on your own for that one-unless sitting at the bar;-) Great Pics for family! I would have loved music & dancing but hey- perhaps they will try again New Years Eve.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
I made my reservation several weeks ago and requested an ocean view table. Arrived to our reservation and were seated to the back booth table instead. The table in front of us was disruptive camera noise and flashes. The place was crowed due to Mother’s Day and the noise level was kind of high for a nice restaurant. The server was ok, but forgot to give us the box of chocolate that was included in the meal. We had to go back and ask for it, after tipping and paying the bill. However, my daughter insisted that I should ask for it.
BC
BobC
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service/meal/table. We totally enjoyed the dining experience.
EM
EddieM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
THIS IS A VERY NICE PLACE, BAUTIFULL VIEW, EXCELLENT SERVICE.
SY
SteveY
San Diego
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
A very nice if pricey occasion - food, service, and view perfect!
L
Leslie
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience4
We came for Mother's Day brunch. The window table was great and service was as expected. The first course was great overall. However, we had to wait for a very long time for out entrees and dessert. I want to be understanding as staffing is an issue these days. However, for $150 per person, I would have expected better. The lamb was underwhelming and decor for Mother's Day was lacking (not even flowers on the table). We are local, and love supporting local places. But unfortunately, with that experience we will not be returning.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Top notch Service great seafood selection. The mushrooms were amazing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Place is unbeatable for view and ambiance. Food is good but doesnt blow you away.
JB
JamieB
Tallahassee
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Marine Room is amazing! The view through the large windows right on the water make you feel as if you are in the ocean. The food was divine! We had one of the most memorable experiences of our lives!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another great time at one of our favorite restaurants! On this night there was a Pod of DOLPHINS so close and in front of windows!!! See photo of one jumping out of the water and diving back in. Food was delicious as always!
ND
NakiaD
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome view and great service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Portland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Beautiful setting. The food was good, not great. Service was excellent
RM
RobertM
San Diego
74 reviews
vip
5.0
74 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food, Service, Setting all outstanding, IF $$$$$ is of no concern. Candice, our server is exceptional. All food items (except for the weird "Heart of palm") very good and unique. But not an inexpensive night out, got to pay for the location. Had excellent Pork Chop, and Filet. With Caesar salad and very good lobster bisque. The Marine Room is a pleasant room, aptly named, sitting right on the beach, and, at high tide, waves crashing (safely) onto the windows. Reservations for high tide dining must be made weeks in advance, think times of full or new moon phases.
MP
MargaritaP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The surf and turf was fantastic. Steak was cooked perfectly medium.
The Marine RoomResponded on May 2, 2022
The Surf and Turf is one of our favorites. We are so glad you enjoyed your meal!
VF
VisitingFoodie
Denver
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday. Very special evening.
The Marine RoomResponded on May 2, 2022
Thank you for choosing to celebrate your Birthday with us! We hope you had a magical evening.
TW
TwoWheelsMovetheSoul
Los Angeles
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The location and ambiance was incredible. The food was delicious and our view of the ocean was out-of-this-world. Parking is tricky - so, be prepared to valet.
The Marine RoomResponded on May 2, 2022
Thank you for dining with us! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the view and the food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Marine Room knocked my absolute socks off. This was my first fine dining experience and I keep dreaming about it since. My partner and I decided we wanted to enjoy a fabulous meal and experience for our anniversary and boy, did The Marine Room deliver. Jonathan our server was fantastic, orchestrated our appetizers to come out in a perfect sequence for both taste and temperature optimization; recommended off the menu appetizers he thought we’d recommend and we DID (steak tartare 11/10), the hamachi crudo was to DIE FOR. Our entrees were amazing - shrimp and scallops, the scallops were perfectly cooked and flavorful, my partners lobster was exquisite. The experience, view, ambience was amazing. Now to note, book a reservation if you’d like a window seat; but then again, every seat in the house a fantastic view. Can’t go wrong with The Marine Room for a celebration, date, ‘treat yourself’ meal or drink; their bar is amazing also. I’m already counting down the days until I return.
RW
RuoshuiW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really good experience for our birthday night!! I’ll recommend this restaurant to my friends!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
outstanding experience. an awesome place to go for dinner!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always spectacular
KB
KarenB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Amazing view, delicious food, excellent service! It is pricey but a great special occasion restaurant!
AS
AngelaS
San Diego
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is spectacular! The food is delicious, the service is outstanding and the view is breathtaking. We tried the swordfish, the filet mignon and the pork chops. All dishes were cooked to perfect and were just the right amount of food.
P
Peter
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Fine dining practically on the water during the sun setting hours. Amazing food and experience.
CM
CMCG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wow! Excellent food, great service and phenomenal views! Such a relaxing dining experience.
PC
PatrickC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Overall, good food, great location and view. Our group was enjoying a drink before dinner and I felt I was being rushed to our table before we sat down to eat, that was annoying.
KC
KCMOGAL
Kansas City
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Outstanding meal with an amazing view, complete with a sunset no earthly mortal could paint. The food was beyond delicious. I recommend the Cesar salad, the yucca fries and the shrimp and scallop entree. Worth every penny for a special occasion.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience5
Overpriced and mixed results on our two meals
PS
PaulS
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional Anniversary experience! Friendly staff and fantastic food and drink selections.
SJ
SylvainJ
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Nice family diner. We did not took starters. Main plates (tuna, swordfish, filet mignon, porkshop) were very well prepared and savourous, but unfortunately sides not at same level (truffle yuka fries... but no truffle aroma, gorfonzola patatoes puree... but no gorgonzola flavour). Dessert was very good. Bill incl tax and tip 600$ for 5p. For this level of price we would have expected more details (various breds...) and no error on sides. In conclusion our best (and most expensive) diner for a while but too expensive considering some weaknesses.
RL
RobL
Orange County
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Beautiful room, but average service and menu needs updating.
KD
KDA84
Atlanta
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful way to celebrate anniversary and birthday!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server, Monica, was UHMAZING! Everyone was wonderful. Pleasant, polite and presentable. The chef, himself, introduced himself. They treated my friend and I like queens and the food presentation was on point. Thank you! We had an unforgettable experience. I’ll definitely be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing server from start to finish. Views were fantastic, really no bad seats there! And food was excellent.
BR
BritanyR
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
The food was mediocre at best. Service could have been better. Server forgot to put in our drinks until we were done with our food.
JR
JavierR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time there. Excellent food, Monica and Diego were excellent as well as the rest of the staff. Will definitely go back :)
SW
ShariW
Cleveland
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was amazing to watch the sunset over the ocean view. Great food.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

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The Marine Room is rated 4.6 stars by 6242 OpenTable diners.

The Marine Room does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 15, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

11:30 PM

Booked 40 times today

2000 Spindrift Drive San Diego, CA 92037

Additional information

Cross street
La Jolla Shores Drive
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Hours of operation
Dinner
Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Seafood, Californian, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet parking is available for a nominal fee. Street parking is also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Mike Minor
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.marineroom.com/
Phone number
(858) 459-7222
Catering
With customizable private dining options, The Marine Room will enhance your event with a masterful menu utilizing the culinary flair of Executive Chef Mike Minor. From elegant three-course meals and tray-passed hors d'oeuvres to lavish buffets for lunch or dessert, The Marine Room is more than great dining; it is an experience to be remembered.
Private party facilities
Our oceanfront event venue in La Jolla is an ideal location to host your next special event or celebration. Whether it is a business meeting, family milestone, wedding, or just a friendly get together, we strive to exceed all of your expectations.
Private party contact
Amii Cambaliza: (888) 653-0630

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Lobster Bisque

Caesar Salad

Filet Mignon

Appetizers

Signature Maine Lobster Bisque$22.00

Classic Caesar Salad$21.00

Beet Salad$23.00

Hamachi Crudo$26.00

Pan Seared Wild Mushrooms$23.00

Crab Cake$32.00

Imperial Ossetra Caviar$120.00

Main Courses

Sustainable Local Seafood

Local Bluefin Tuna$55.00

Baja California Swordfish$46.00

Shrimp and Scallops$65.00

Pan Seared Salmon and Manila Clams$57.00

Whole Seabream$55.00

Alaskan Halibut$57.00

Creekstone Farms

Center Cut Filet Mignon$62.00

Cast Iron Strip Steak$85.00

Berkshire Pork Chop$65.00

Sides

Grilled Hearts of Palm

Pan Seared Wild Mushrooms

Truffle Yuca Fries

Buttered Asparagus

Gorgonzola Potato Puree

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