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Tom Hams Lighthouse, San Diego, CA

Tom Hams Lighthouse

4.7 (6760)
$31 to $50
Seafood
2150 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 63 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
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 the best views of the Downtown Skyline, Coronado & San Diego Bay, as well as award winning Sunday Brunch, we are a must when it comes to the San Diego food scene. Tom Ham's is & remains a San Diego tradition in dining excellence since 1971.
Cancellation Policy: Tom Ham's requires a credit card to secure all Sunday Brunch, 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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Kyle Kovar
  • Catering
    Please contact Laugan Miller in our catering office.<br />banquets@tomhamslighthouse.com
  • Private party facilities
    Private and Semi-private accommodations for groups from 20 to 350. Buyouts available. All Dining space has magnificent view of the San Diego Bay.
  • Private party contact
    Banquets: (619) 291-9110
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Harbor Dr.
  • Parking details
    Plenty of free parking right out in front in our private lot.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 6,760 people are saying

Tom Hams Lighthouse 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tom Ham's Lighthouse offers "amazing views" of the San Diego Bay, complemented by "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the brunch and seafood options, making it a "must-visit" spot. While some note noise levels and pricing, the overall dining experience is "wonderful," with free parking and a "stunning" waterfront setting.

6,760 Reviews
  1. Marsha VIP

    San Diego19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tom Ham was wonderful! The outside table was very comfortable. The food was excellent and the fresh scallops amazing. The chicken lollipops were very good! The asparagus and corn salad with taro chips was one of my favorites! Great service was enjoyed by everyone!

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  2. Ed

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are so glad we went to Tom Hams Lighthouse for lunch. It was one of the best meals we had in a long time. The fish and chips, ceviche, lobster rolls, lobster bisque were all excellent. It was a beautiful day to sit outside and enjoy the views. On top of that, the service was spot on. We are looking forward to dining here again on our next trip to San Diego.

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  3. meredith

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good was OK. “Fresh” oysters were obviously preopened and dry. One of the shishito peppers in the app was moldy and white. Our entrees arrived warm but not hot. Market fish was described as a whitefish but was more of a tuna and overcooked. View was wonderful and the waiter was good. Food was disappointing.

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  4. John

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been to Tom Hams a number of times for business and last night was my first personal dinner with my daughter who was heading to the airport and we caught up at dinner. Food, Service and view are always solid. Love this place.

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  5. Mark VIP

    Houston19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect evening meal to sit outside and enjoy the view.

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  6. Steve

    San Diego3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    View is breathtaking! Service was not as good as it was before. Food was pretty good. Place is pricey!

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  7. Cris VIP

    San Diego19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We have not been here in years. Will always be in the most awesome location ever , overlooking San Diego bay: We even saw some sea lions in the water and families of heron up the trees. There were lots of sailboats. We came for the happy hour. Not much of a deal esp when the portions are miniscule. But cocktails were good. thanks for the free sourdough bread n that really yummy butter. But we have a good server Oxana. love the Lighthouse n its interior exterior design. Thank you for keeping parking free. It's a great reason to go considering its so close to horrible downtown n its horrible parking. Overall a wonderful visit. We shall be back sooner

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  8. Rachel

    Kansas City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brunch was the BEST EVER. Great Seafood selection!

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  9. Erin

    Orange County3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was ok/not great. Service was ok/not good. Amazing views though

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  10. Donna Marie

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated an early Mother’s Day and thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience. The views were incredibly gorgeous! The food was excellent. We had the fried fish, scallops and bouillabaisse! Chefs kiss!!! We will definitely be back!

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FAQs

Tom Hams Lighthouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 291-9110.

Tom Hams Lighthouse is rated 4.7 stars by 6760 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 63 times today
Google Map for Tom Hams Lighthouse

2150 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Harbor Dr.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of free parking right out in front in our private lot.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kyle Kovar
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please contact Laugan Miller in our catering office.<br />banquets@tomhamslighthouse.com
  • Private party facilities
    Private and Semi-private accommodations for groups from 20 to 350. Buyouts available. All Dining space has magnificent view of the San Diego Bay.
  • Private party contact
    Banquets: (619) 291-9110
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