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The Shores Restaurant - La Jolla Shores Hotel, San Diego, CA

The Shores Restaurant - La Jolla Shores Hotel

4.2 (2503)
$30 and under
American
8110 Camino Del Oro, San Diego, CA 92037

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 52 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
Welcome to beach dining – La Jolla style. Walk straight from the sand into The Shores Restaurant, where you’ll enjoy fantastic ocean views, our open-air patio, a casual ambiance with warm hospitality, and a family-friendly menu meant to please any kind of taste. A big part of the California lifestyle is beach-style dining. The Shores Restaurant is a perfect example with dishes designed by Executive Chef Michael Vaughn. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beachside cocktails, the delicious fare is complimented by unparalleled views of the Pacific Ocean just outside the floor-to-ceiling windows.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 551-4660
  • Website
    http://www.theshoresrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mike Minor
  • Catering
    The Shores Restaurant in La Jolla is perfect for special occasions and offers you and your guests the rare opportunity to dine on the beach. Located along the sands of La Jolla Shores, the Shores Restaurant offers innovative cuisine delicately prepared with freshest ingredients in an unparalleled waterfront setting. For more information or to book your next special event, call (858) 551.4658 or email ShoresDining@TheShoresRestaurant.com today.
  • Private party facilities
    Plan your next event against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean in a semi-private dining venue just steps from the sand. Creatively prepared dishes and an ever-changing seasonal and California coastal-inspired menu will wow your guests in every bite. Our waterfront setting and laid-back beach vibe inspire great conversation. Mingle as you sip cocktails and savor fresh seafood. Let our friendly staff coordinate seating arrangements and menu options for a memorable event.
  • Location
    8110 Camino Del Oro, San Diego, CA 92037
  • Neighborhood
    La Jolla
  • Cross street
    Avenida de la Playa
  • Parking details
    Underground parking is available at the La Jolla Shores Hotel for a nominal fee. Shores Restaurant patrons receive a discounted parking fee.
  • Public transit
    *Please note, Avenida de la Playa will be closed to vehicular traffic through September 27, 2020.
  • Entertainment
    Stunning ocean views of the La Jolla coastline.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,503 people are saying

The Shores Restaurant - La Jolla Shores Hotel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Shores Restaurant offers "spectacular ocean views" and a "beautiful location" right on La Jolla Shores. Guests appreciate the reasonable prices and "good food" alongside the "attentive and friendly staff." While some mention a need for updates and occasional slow service, the "gorgeous sunsets" and "relaxing ambiance" make it a preferred choice for many.
2,503 Reviews

  1. Kateryna

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Had a reservation for 7:30pm on July 4th and had to wait AN HOUR to be seated. Obviously missed the sunset (which was the whole point of the reservation). Didn’t receive any compensation, instead people with a later reservation were seated before us because they were loud and obnoxiously causing a scene in front of hosts and other guests. Definitely don’t recommend planning important events at the Shores - it was my partners birthday and our engagement celebration. We left disappointed af.

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  2. Scott

    Mobile3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place great food great service. Mia did a wonderful job. Very friendly and attentive with excellent recommendations.

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  3. Fred

    San Diego1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Could have been an incredible experience but restaurant shows a pretty clear lack of leadership. The location is magnificent but the quality of food is abysmal with over the top prices that make a bad meal worse. My wife and I were there to celebrate our anniversary and intended on having a full meal. The food we saw being served to customers around us was poorly prepared and had no visual appeal. We settled on 2 appetizers, a quesadilla and buffalo wings The quesadilla was about 3-4 inches in diameter and may have had a 1/2 cup of cheese , no salsa to go with it. It was $14. The Buffalo wings were reheated and constituted of 3 complete wings, or 3 drumettes and 3 - 2 bone flats . $23 . My wife ordered one of their signature cocktails that was undrinkable. she informed the server and asked for a replacement for a glass of wine. They didn’t deduct the cocktail from the bill. The place has beautiful ocean views. But save your money for a restaurant that has it’s act together.

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  4. Pamela VIP

    San Diego55 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The nachos were just plain chips and bowls of guacamole and very spicy salsa on the side. No meat or cheese. The sliders were very small patties on bread, no tomato or onion or cheese. Great ocean view and service though.

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  5. Rushton VIP

    Las Vegas26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Eating on the beach was amazing. Food and service were great.

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  6. Jennifer

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic meal with spectacular ocean views.

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  7. Fred

    Cincinnati / Dayton4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    right on the beach. great food. super friendly service.

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  8. Joseph

    Philadelphia County1 review

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We had a reservation for an outdoor table (ocean, not patio) for 7:30pm on a Monday night. It wasn't busy. There was one hostess and a line to see her. She could not tell that our reservation was for the lawn with the ocean view. She left her post to set up a table for us on the patio. We then told her, no, we want the lawn. So she left and then came back an said her manager was taking care of it. We were standing where the food was coming out, and it was not coming out quickly. After waiting for five more minutes, we used Open Table to make a reservation at another local restaurant and left. I would not recommend this restaurant.

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  9. Ken

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We should have walked away when we arrived and there was someone ordering their take away dinner at the reception. The staff completely ignored us and focused and getting the take away order. The service was extremely slow and the ambiance was definitely old school. The food matched the service and ambience. Sorry, we really wanted to enjoy the experience as they are in an awesome location but unfortunately that is the extent of the attraction to their dining experience.

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  10. Ron

    San Francisco Bay Area24 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The location is the reason to dine here. You have the option of sitting outdoors, basically on the beach at beautiful La Jolla shores. The prices are very reasonable considering it is La Jolla. The service that evening was attentive but ours was not very knowledgeable about the food he was serving. The food was good and an excellent value given the price. The flat iron steak was very tasty and tender. I prefer eating here over the super expensive and crowded places up on Prospect that are packed with mostly tourists. Parking can be challenging, like a lot of LA Jolla. I took an Uber.

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FAQs

The Shores Restaurant - La Jolla Shores Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 551-4660.

The Shores Restaurant - La Jolla Shores Hotel is rated 4.2 stars by 2503 OpenTable diners.

The Shores Restaurant - La Jolla Shores Hotel 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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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 52 times today
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8110 Camino Del Oro, San Diego, CA 92037

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Avenida de la Playa
  • Neighborhood
    La Jolla
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Underground parking is available at the La Jolla Shores Hotel for a nominal fee. Shores Restaurant patrons receive a discounted parking fee.
  • Public transit
    *Please note, Avenida de la Playa will be closed to vehicular traffic through September 27, 2020.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mike Minor
  • Entertainment
    Stunning ocean views of the La Jolla coastline.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.theshoresrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (858) 551-4660
  • Catering
    The Shores Restaurant in La Jolla is perfect for special occasions and offers you and your guests the rare opportunity to dine on the beach. Located along the sands of La Jolla Shores, the Shores Restaurant offers innovative cuisine delicately prepared with freshest ingredients in an unparalleled waterfront setting. For more information or to book your next special event, call (858) 551.4658 or email ShoresDining@TheShoresRestaurant.com today.
  • Private party facilities
    Plan your next event against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean in a semi-private dining venue just steps from the sand. Creatively prepared dishes and an ever-changing seasonal and California coastal-inspired menu will wow your guests in every bite. Our waterfront setting and laid-back beach vibe inspire great conversation. Mingle as you sip cocktails and savor fresh seafood. Let our friendly staff coordinate seating arrangements and menu options for a memorable event.

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