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Tom Hams Lighthouse, San Diego, CA

Tom Hams Lighthouse

4.7 (6803)
$31 to $50
Seafood
2150 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
22:30
Booked 56 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 09:30–14:30 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • 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
  • Area
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • 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, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 6,803 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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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 "incredible views" of the San Diego Bay, making it a memorable dining experience. Guests rave about the "great food" and "attentive service," particularly during their "phenomenal brunch" with a seafood buffet. The atmosphere is praised for being both romantic and family-friendly, perfect for special occasions.
6,803 Reviews
  1. Joel VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience is unbeatable, with a table just above the water of San Diego Bay with incredible views of the city. Watch the sailboats or just listen to the water lapping the shoreline. The food is top notch as is the service. We celebrated a birthday and it could not have been better!

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  2. Don

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely not worth the $78 per person. The food was just adequate kinda like sizzler meets red lobster  this is definitely a tourist trap. I can’t believe people really go here. The best thing about this restaurant is the location and view which you can get for free  walking along the boardwalk. Would not recommend at all.

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  3. Katherine VIP

    San Diego40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful view and the best Shrimp Louie salad I’ve ever had!!!

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  4. Michelle VIP

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and unbearable food! Jacob and Joe always go above and beyond and provide exceptional service

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  5. Stephen VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West59 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with my husband. Great view and even saw a military exercise! Good was subpar and I even had them take back the crudo I ordered. Entrees were tasteless and the fish was rubbery. Our waitress was TERRIFIC about sending back the food.

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  6. Jessica

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a beautiful setting for a relaxing dinner. Our server was lovely and super helpful. The Harbor views were incredible at sunset!

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  7. Omar

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you’re craving fresh seafood with an unbeatable view, Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is the place to go. Nestled right on Harbor Island, this iconic San Diego landmark offers a seafood buffet that’s as impressive as its panoramic views of the bay and city skyline.

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  8. Ernesto

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience for us. But need to get the staff help to serve the drinks.

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  9. Rita

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Unbelievable view of San Diego skyline. Great food. Prices are a little high.

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  10. Rommel

    San Diego1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 28 June 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    This was our third time here. I do not remember not enjoying our previous two visits here. Inattentive hostess that kept saying the wrong name when I repeated my name at least three times. The menu was not as appealing as it was anymore, and this would be our last time making reservations here. It was not a memorable dining experience to have our tenth wedding anniversary here. We should have booked somewhere else.

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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 6803 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. San Diego
  4. San Diego
  5. Downtown / Gaslamp

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2 people
22:30
Booked 56 times today
Google Map for Tom Hams Lighthouse

2150 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Harbor Dr.
  • Area
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 09:30–14:30 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • 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, Takeaway, 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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