Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Seafood restaurant · San Diego ·
Seafood menu, historic lighthouse, epic bay views, outdoor seating
Seafood menu, historic lighthouse, epic bay views, outdoor seating
"This longstanding maritime venue has hosted everything from weddings and corporate events to birthday dinners and romantic date nights. The panoramic views of the San Diego skyline and the historic charm of the building add to the experience of dining on the harbor. During a visit to Tom Ham’s, it’s more than fitting to order the bouillabaisse — a savory stew made with saffron broth, Maine lobster, scallops, fish, clams, and mussels. A warm cup of creamy clam chowder or lobster bisque also makes for a good start to brunch on the weekends, lunch, and dinner." - Roxana Becerril
"For the nautically-minded couple, the historic working lighthouse on Harbor Island is an ideal setting. Every seat in the expansive dining area and outdoor terrace has a gorgeous view of the San Diego Bay and Coronado Island where up to 230 guests can enjoy their seafood-centric menu. Couples who book this seaside venue can exchange their vows or have a photoshop under a sculptural wedding arch — made of 2,000 individual aluminum rings — from the local artist Christopher Puzio. Food options range from the paella with shrimp, chorizo, mussels, and clams, to the creamy tuscan salmon with artichokes and orecchiette pasta." - Roxana Becerril
"Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is 54 years old, but the views and quality seafood are timeless. It’s a quintessential San Diego spot for a business lunch or celebratory dinner, with a functioning lighthouse overlooking the harbor and two stories of indoor and outdoor seating. First-timers should aim for a sunset meal seated against the deck glass walls. Start with an order of tart shrimp ceviche, then move on to the buttery linguine with clams before splitting an enormous chocolate fudge brownie with vanilla ice cream for dessert. On Sundays, the restaurant, which is still under its original family ownership, sets up an all-you-can-eat buffet with made-to-order omelets, pastas, and a raw bar." - Keri Bridgwater
"For the nautically-minded couple, the historic working lighthouse on Harbor Island is an ideal setting. Every seat in the expansive dining area and outdoor terrace has a gorgeous view of the San Diego Bay and Coronado Island where up to 230 guests can enjoy their seafood-centric menu." - Helen I. Hwang
"This restaurant is housed in a historic-but-still-functioning lighthouse at the tip of Harbor Island Drive. The menu reflects the setting with a seafood-driven menu available from brunch to dinner." - darlene-horn