Tom Ham's Lighthouse

$$$

4.6(4,064)

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Location & Hours

Address

2150 Harbor Island Dr
San Diego, California 92101
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 9:00 PM

Monday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday9:30 AM - 9:00 PM

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Contact Information

(619) 291-9110

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About Tom Ham's Lighthouse

Eatery in a landmark building features a functioning lighthouse, a seafood-driven menu & epic views.

Price range: expensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 28, 2025.

4.6/5

Based on 4,064 reviews

Recent Reviews

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David Cho

3 weeks ago

Great location and views. To be honest, food could have sucked and would have still enjoyed the views. Thankfully, food and service were both top notch. Lobster bisque really stood out for me. The che...

Alice Renee Pierceall

4 weeks ago

Went there to try the Sunday Brunch. Had an outside table, with a great view of the harbor. I studied the menu for a week so I could make a plan of attack. They give you a two hour time limit, but...

Omid Aeen

a week ago

Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is a standout dining destination in San Diego, combining stunning views with exceptional cuisine and a truly unique setting. Located at the tip of Harbor Island, the restaurant of...

Kytka

2 months ago

Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is one of those places that feels special the moment you walk in. Sitting on the edge of Harbor Island, it offers unbeatable views of the San Diego skyline, the bay, and Coronado—...

Laura Gonzalez

2 months ago

"Tom Ham's Lighthouse is a beautiful place, amazing views with amazing food and nice service. We had the fried calamari, which taste was very fresh, and the fish market special was yellowtail—perfectl...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Tom Ham’s Lighthouse provides a highly-rated dining experience, blending excellent food with stunning waterfront views and a unique, historic setting. It is frequently described as a special and memorable place to visit.

Customer Favorites

Popular menu items include the ceviche, calamari, lobster bisque, fish and chips, and the fresh fish of the day (often salmon or yellowtail). The Sunday Brunch buffet is also a standout experience, offering a variety of choices.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant boasts a unique nautical ambiance due to its location within a functioning lighthouse and offers panoramic views. Service is generally rated as friendly and helpful, although some experiences have been described as just "ok".

Value & Quality

The restaurant is perceived as offering good value for the quality of food and experience, especially considering the views and unique setting. The food is generally praised for freshness, flavor, and skillful preparation.