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Tom Hams Lighthouse, San Diego, CA

Tom Hams Lighthouse

4.7 (6790)
$31 to $50
Seafood
2150 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 66 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 6,790 people are saying

Tom Hams Lighthouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tom Ham's Lighthouse offers "breathtaking views" of San Diego Bay, complemented by "excellent service" and a "wonderful ambiance." Many patrons rave about the "amazing seafood selection" and "delicious food," though some note room for improvement in menu variety and seasoning. The "iconic location" makes it a must-visit for special occasions.
6,790 Reviews
  1. Shari

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was great! Weather was perfect for sitting outside.

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  2. Grace VIP

    San Diego73 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service: Friendly Food: Steak bites were a lil over cooked and ahi (crudo) wasn’t fresh. Calamari was too breaded for me. Beet salad as yummy. Atmosphere: Sat on deck and it was pretty. Great view of SD. They have heat lamps but if windy still a lil chilly so bring a jacket. I like that their bar area is a good size. Nice happy hour. Also, lots of free parking! Will return but avoid the calamari and crudo.

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  3. Richard

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was Diana and she was very helpful with this being our third visit or more to Tom Hams. You can't beat the views with sail boats right under your window on the second floor. Our food selections were perfect. The short ribs were good if your a meat & potatoes person and plenty of seafood selections. Our go to place for anniversaries etc., indoors or outside deck.

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  4. Charles VIP

    San Diego75 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite place for a special occasion. Great food, outside patio and view is the best. Will definitely go back again.

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  5. Taylor

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the service was great. Loved it.

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  6. Anne

    San Diego32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been here se real times and have never been disappointed

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  7. Karl

    New York State1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a nice meal. I ordered a steak and it was OK. Definitely not a $54 steak. Service was good but had to request water refills twice. We went on Father’s Day and they comped our dessert as we were celebrating with our daughter.

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  8. Mark VIP

    San Diego18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the food was exceptionally delicious. The drinks were excellent. Service was attentive.

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  9. Julie

    San Diego3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Father’s Day brunch. Amazing selection at the buffet, in addition to seafood prime rib, BBQ pork, fried chicken, breakfast choices (eggs, sausage, omelets made to order, pancakes), pastries. Pricey at $90 per adult but I ate my weight in lobster claws so hardly complaining. We were originally reserving indoors but waited an extra 10 minutes for the gorgeous outdoor seating downstairs with views of downtown, the bay, Coronado Bridge and North Island. The hostess surprised us with that one! Wait staff was gracious and accommodating, providing plenty of coffee for my 95-yr-old Dad, and promptly removing plates. Seafood was wonderful, plentiful, fresh. My Dad went for the prime rib and salad, and really enjoyed the ice cream and bread pudding! Thank you for the memorable day, great pictures of my Dad enjoying the experience to the fullest!

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  10. Janee

    San Diego1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an okay time celebrating Father's Day. I wish the food was kept warm and replenished more frequently

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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 6790 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
10:00 PM
Booked 66 times today
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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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