This was the in-house restaurant for the La Jolla Shores Hotel...and we spent quite a bit of time here, especially on their lush patio dining area. The restaurant itself was truly gigantic...and the inside was stunning! We had breakfast here, and while the foods were good, it was way overpriced for what it was. Also, the menu options were a bit limited...though I did appreciate some of their fusion elements. If the menu was a tad more appealing, we would have booked dinner here, but instead, we just had breakfast...and plenty of drinks on their patio area. Again, we loved their outside resort-style patio area...with the grassy (though faux?) floor, steps away from the beach. It was near perfect...and my husband, especially, spent SO much time here. Again, I thought the menu options for foods were too pricey and limited, the drinks were much more reasonable. I tried at least 3 different cocktails, and they all were excellent! I'd love to drop 5 stars, but again, we thought the menu was a bit disappointing. Still, this restaurant provided such convenience during our heavy beach days...as we ran here for drinks and quick bites instead of running out to restaurants. read more

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I've always passed by this beautiful beachfront restaurant, The Shores Restaurant, so we finally decided to stop in! We came about an hour before sunset and grabbed a table outside so we could enjoy the golden hour and stay for the sunset. We ordered the burger and fries, and both were really good! The burger was flavorful and satisfying, and the fries were a great side. But honestly, the outdoor seating and beautiful beachfront views made the experience even better. Definitely glad we finally stopped by! read more

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Really nice oceanfront location with a beautiful view. The restaurant is part of the hotel, so it's a great spot to have lunch or dinner by the water and enjoy the area. The food was good and fresh, and the service was friendly and attentive. Nothing absolutely blew me away, but overall it was a very pleasant experience. The location is definitely one of the best parts. read more

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Beautiful beachfront location with the perfect setting to sit by a fire pit, watch the waves, and enjoy some people-watching. The hostess seating the outdoor tables wasn't particularly welcoming and had a poor attitude, but the rest of the staff were exemplary, including our waitress, the bartenders, and the indoor host. The food was tasty. We ordered the avocado toast, acai bowl, and fish tacos, along with iced tea and strawberry lemonade. The acai bowl was a little too sweet for my husband's taste, but I was more than happy to finish it. Prices are about what you'd expect for a California beachfront restaurant, around $20-$40 per person. Overall, a beautiful location, good food, and excellent service from most of the staff. read more

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Just visited for their brand new aloha Thursdays and I got a chance to try everything off the menu and the food was really good. I have to say that the mai tides here are so refreshing. You can't beat the ocean view as your steps away from the beach highly recommend getting a table that will face the windows so you can catch a good sunset. read more

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My husband and I had a wonderful lunch today at La Jolla Shores Restaurant. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the beautiful setting and welcoming atmosphere. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and full of fresh flavors that matched the coastal view perfectly. What truly made our visit special was our server, Ella. She was excellent from start to finish--warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly. Ella checked on us often without ever being intrusive, made thoughtful recommendations, and ensured everything came out exactly as we ordered. Her positive attitude and professionalism added so much to our experience. Highly recommended for both the wonderful food and the outstanding service! read more

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This was probably the best hotel dining experience that I've ever had! The restaurant Manager Sandra was very classy and welcoming, as her staff led by Gage were absolutely amazing. Gage attended to every detail as the junior staff looked to him for direction. They treated us very well! We started with the lemon pepper wings with crudite, which tasted excellent. Rather than a dry rub, this was an oil infused herb aioli that that was drizzled over the warm wings. I thoroughly enjoy them... The avocado shores burger was cooked to perfection on a brioche bun. The side salad was a premium salad with sliced radishes and other exotic vegetables. The dining experience here combined with the beach views are simply unsurpassed here in my hometown of San Diego. Overall, this was one of the most memorable outings that I've had in a long time, especially due to the fact that we were there for the championship match of the World Cup Final. It was everything I could have hoped for and more... Thank you, Shores Restaurant! read more

This spot has become a favorite for my husband and I for a simple happy hour or dinner especially because we can have our pup on the patio with us. As a San Diego native I feel like we stray away from hotel restaurants to avoid a super touristy spot but I feel like this place is a true hidden gem. They have a pretty good happy hour and we love the chips and salsa. I know it sounds simple but the chips are perfect and the salsa has great flavor and who doesn't love guac! I have to say the burger is one of my favorites I have had in awhile it is super juicy and the fries and crispy. They do have parking onsight here that you can get validated as well so you don't have to worry about searching for parking. Service can sometimes be a little slow but when you are literally right on the water you just get to enjoy the view and a drink outside on a nice day. We will be back very soon! read more

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The service is 100% GREAT!!! Annaston was so kind and helpful. The ahi tuna tostada, the shrimp skewer, and the fish tacos were so delicious and light. The vibe is great too. We sat on the patio, and it was so nice seeing the ocean. We came here after having a fun day of kayaking. The only negative when you sit on the patio is that there are a lot of flies, but just shoo them away. It's still worth it. read more

Location is prime. Easy street parking. I've been here twice. The buffalo chicken fries are incredible. The Jalapeño business is a banger. The service is great. I asked a hostess to take a picture of me and they were super sweet and took some without any judgement. I've had the Chicken Bacon ranch with pesto my som got the Shores Burger and said the bbq sauce was the best he's ever had. He also got the Smores Latte which was amazing, my other son got the kids pancakes. My husband got the Chilean Sea Bass. Afterwards, it's just steps to the ocean. Very picturesque. Calm and peaceful. I can't wait to go back. read more

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The view is so nice! It's definitely one of their best selling points. The food was good, I would definitely recommend the hui hui wings and the fish tacos. There's a parking garage under and they validate for two hours. read more

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The views here are incredible. You are basically eating right at the beach. The bar area inside is also super nice. The mussels we got were my favorite. The Greek salad was good also but thought my chicken came out a little dry. Food and drinks were a little pricy but you are right at the beach. I would definitely come back for drinks at the bar and appetizers again. Overall it was a great atmosphere and service was great. read more

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Beautiful view of the beach from their patio. It was pretty empty during their happy hour on a Tuesday. I did order the buffalo chicken fries and it's basically fries topped with chicken covered in buffalo sauce and blue cheese. I got it without the ranch. You need to really really love buffalo sauce to order that (which I don't). The sauce kinda makes the fries soggy too. I got the Ocean Rift too and I liked that a lot. read more

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Our group just landed in San Diego and checked into our hotel. We asked for lunch recommendations, near the beach, and told to go to The Shores Restaurant in the in the La Jolla Shores Hotel. It was a busy, warm Sunday, so we weren't able to get a table outdoors, so we got a table inside by the window so we can enjoy the beach views. It's a small menu, so it was easy to decide what to order: - Salsa & Guacamole: Very good. The corn tortillas were thick and warm. Guacamole was simple but enjoyable. - Baja Tacos: Very good. About as perfect a bite as possible. Crispy mahi, warm tortilla, fresh pico de gallo, and perfect ratio of aioli, lime and salsa. Service is nice enough, and met expectations. I was probably really hungry, but the combination of great weather, great views, and straight-forward good food with good company - I really enjoyed my lunch. read more

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The salads were nice, but I was picturing some nice bread and instead we were brought out some dinner rolls. Service was good. read more

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I would highly recommend this place in. Alessandra waited on my girlfriend and I and she went above and beyond because she is very friendly, professional and deserves a 5 star review. The cheeseburger was amazing in order just the way I had asked. Great Pinot Noir and scenery. Will definitely be back! Thank you, Gina read more

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The Shores Restaurant viewing La Jolla is incredibly beautiful. The Baja Fish Tacos are a must- my favorite on the menu. read more

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My first time visiting this restaurant, I was struck by how beautiful it looked right on the beach. I went around 6 p.m. on a Wednesday evening, and it was fairly busy with about a 20-minute wait for a table. Fortunately, I was able to order at the bar while waiting, so by the time I was seated my food was ready. The dinner menu is on the smaller side, but I went with the halibut fish plate recommended by the staff. It was delicious, fresh, and well-prepared--though a bit lighter than I expected. Overall, it's a charming restaurant in a great location with a welcoming atmosphere. read more

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I come here about one time a year. Really loved this last trip! Our waiter, Will, was amazing! He was so nice and continued to keep checking on us. They actually have affordable burgers and sandwiches this time. The charbroiled chicken sandwich was so good with french fries. We celebrated a birthday and they brought out a complementary banana split with a super fun bright fireworks candle. The view is why we come! Breathtaking! We'll be back! read more

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OK, so this review could've easily been five stars. Let me tell you why. Let's start off with all the good, and then I will get to the bad. So our waiter was Tony. My goodness, he was so amazing with everything. Tony was on point; he knew his stuff. He knew his menu. We couldn't have been happier with the service that Tony provided. The food was OK. The views were beautiful. We really enjoyed our dinner now. Let's get to the bad ... OK, so I haven't been to this place in a while. I've been there before when they had the outdoor patio area that is now under construction, so I called before coming in as I never go to a restaurant without making a reservation. I spoke to a hostess, and I specifically wanted to sit in the fire pit area. She said, and I quote, "Fire pits are first come, first served." I was so surprised to hear this. I even asked, "Are you sure?" Since those are pretty desirable for sunset, which is what we were trying to do, watch the sunset, sit by a warm fire pit because San Diego weather gets chilly in the evening. So when we arrived, the hostess that greets us is Riley now. Riley goes and tells us that basically we are crazy because we need a reservation for the fire pits and a reservation for the restaurant, and she literally storms off after I tell her that I called and I spoke to the hostess at the restaurant who specifically told me the complete opposite. She, leaves us standing there to go confront this hostess, and then comes back. She makes the biggest deal about the fire pit, mind you the restaurant is completely empty. She states, " The fire pits are completely booked with reservations, none of those reservations showed up till like 6 o'clock. We got there around 4:30 anyways. I did not appreciate Riley's attitude. I think she probably can use some better training because I noticed she did this similar thing with everybody, not the storming off part, but telling them that things were reserved and they were reserved for parties that never showed up. I was very happy where we ended up sitting! Also something to note the fire pits do not have an umbrella for the shade. I probably will be back to this restaurant because I love a good view, but I hope to not deal with Riley in the future. read more

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Ambiance is excellent, right on La Jolla shores. Almost every seat has an ocean view. Sitting outside is also a great experience right next to the boardwalk. Food and service are good. read more

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Great place! Husband and I stopped here for brunch, had the tuna tostada, shrimp tacos and some delicious cocktails. Great service and atmosphere! We will come back for sure! read more

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Food was so good. The seafood pasta is a must. It is very creamy and has a lot of seafood in it. The burger was large and juicy, and worth it for the price. The steak frites were cooked perfectly. The fries are super crispy, would recommend the fries and seafood pasta. Only downside is that the fireplaces are first come first serve. Other than that, this is my favorite restaurant by far! Beautiful beach views read more

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Parking was free and easily validated for the beautiful restaurant. Service was excellent. The menu was disappointing. Chef lead Christmas Eve fixed three course offer with Turnip Bisque? Are you kidding me? Seriously? We passed and ordered the Short Rib Ragout Papparadella. Pasta was way overcooked. If it had been my order it would've been returned to the kitchen. My Poke was ok, but the rice seemed dried out. Really, for the price, the food was way below expectations. Had our waiter not brought lots of olives with my warm martini, I'd have subtracted another star. read more

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Beautiful location, nice environment, nice staff, and easy comped parking. Went her for my mom's birthday. It would also be a great place for business meetings or to take toursist. read more

Didn't even know this was here. Not busy and the service was fast. Food was good, but it was mainly the atmosphere. I would come here again even if riding solo based off how fast the food came out read more

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Do better. 2 experiences in 1 day. First, at lunch-- The service is slow. We have children playing at the beach so we ordered an app and our entree's at the same time, however, prefaced the that we'd like them to arrive separately. The salsa & guac app arrived with our entree (singular). My husband and I both ordered the fish tacos-- they brought one order for us to share. After adding the guac, salsa, and Tabasco-- the tacos were significantly elevated to something I'd like to eat. Second-- This afternoon, I went to the bar to order ice cream to bring to the beach for my children. I ordered multiple flavors to try different combos (raspberry, orange, chocolate & vanilla). After ordering, the man next to me made a fuss about his burgers to which the woman working at the bar informed him he hadn't ordered yet. That man and his companion ate their burgers and fries to almost completion well before I ever saw the ice cream. Do better. Best thing here: strawberry margarita. Salty, not too sweet- delicious. 10/10 read more

The good: the ambiance was great; can't complain about a cute spot by the beach. Our server was very nice although food came out a bit slow. The tuna tostada appetizer was honestly probably one of the best things I ever put in my mouth. The drinks, I had the Nautical Mile and my partner had the Island hopper and we found both very good. I thought the nautical mile was particularly good because the different juices complimented the notes of the liquors. The bad: I had the burger and my partner had the fish tacos and we found both very underwhelming after the tostada. The fish tacos were bland and oily. The burger was fine but oily and couldn't taste the sauce. The "strawberries in spring" dessert was also bland, the cream and cake parts seemed as if they had been sitting out for a day or two(ie, dry and dense). The wait staff was very nice and took the dessert off the bill for us even though we hadn't specifically asked for them to do so. read more

Came for mothers day and was incredibly disappointed. Our experience was a failure in so many ways it's hard to imagine that this restaurant has any patrons. I booked our reservation about 5 weeks ago and was really looking forward to mothers day brunch by the beach as the place has a wonderful view. Unfortunately when we arrived we were seated at a table with a fire top but with four chairs that leaned at 45 degree angles. The setup would be wonderful for enjoying some drinks in the evening while watching the sunset but with limited space on the table and seats that reclined eating brunch was a total pain. I had politely asked one of the five hostesses that were there outside but they mentioned the other tables were already reserved and they couldn't switch us. However when I asked how I could ensure a normal table for our next visit they mentioned I just had to make a comment on the reservation. In short they could have easily switched us to another table and given another patron the fire top one. They then mentioned they'd switch us over if any opened up. By the time we left all of the tables except for one were open yet nobody offered to switch us. Secondly. the buffet food was overpriced, the selection poor, and the quality just mid. Unfortunately my wife and daughter took a look at the buffet and couldn't find anything they wanted to eat so they didn't eat at all during our visit. The seafood consisted of some shrimp, poke, and smoked salmon. The smoked salmon was served in chunks and none of it looked particularly appetizing. I ended up having the baked salmon but it was overcooked and barely edible. They did have bavette at the cutting table and that was actually really good but everything else was just ok. We ended up paying over 200 for myself and my 10 year old daughter to eat just ok food. The service was just so-so and the hostess not helpful at all. My wife had asked them if she could order a la carte and they replied it wasn't possible. So of course I checked with the waiter who then did offer the bar menu but the selection there was also very limited. There was a gentlemen working on the back patio named Oscar who was very polite and kind. The guys making the omelettes also seemed very helpful. In short the hotel and restaurant are old and I think they should just start over. Demolish everything, get rid of the 10 hostesses that aren't helpful, and rebuild. Will never come back and we're so disappointed. We should have just gone to our favorite place, Jake's in Del Mar, but we wanted to try something new. Boy were we sorry we did- an hour later we ended up going to another brunch location so my wife and other daughter could actually eat something. Don't waste your time. read more

I've come here consistently for years. There is an obvious decline in the quality. We recently had breakfast here and the pancakes, eggs, and bacon were rubbery and lukewarm. We were staying at the hotel, so we tried them again for dinner and the turkey sandwich/fries were good. I dont loke how inconsistent the quality is, but I do enjoy the view and thr hostesses are always very nice. The view is great, too. read more

Decent service Beautiful view Parking is a bit of a hassle to find but the restaurant does offer a discount if you park in the garage. Our server was not as attentive as we would have liked we sat with empty glasses for most of our dinning experience. They don't have a large menu but the Caesar salad with shrimp was delicious. Luckily there are signs when you enter the hotel that guide you to the restaurant- I was still a bit lost but the man at the front counter was very friendly and pointed me in the right direction. read more

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Great food, sweet location - - - - - - - - February, 2025 Visit My wonderful wife and I just enjoyed a trip to Pam Desert and San Diego, with a visit to La Jolla. Cousins joined us in San Diego, for the Major League Soccer game, with the new San Diego FC team, hosting or St. Louis CITY SC team... and they recommended kayaking La Jolla Shores. THAT was a LOT of fun, and afterwards, we needed lunch. Shores restaurant is right on the beach... water, sand, sidewalk, Shores Restaurant. They have tables at ground level, open to the surf air, other outside tables shielded from ocean breezes with clear plexiglass /glass, and they have inside tables. They have several gluten feee (GF) options. We ordered and enjoyed: - burgers & fries - rockfish tacos Everything tasted incredibly good and the views are great! Thank you, [La Jolla Hotel &] Shores Restaurant! ----- ----- ----- read more

We went to the Shores Restaurant to celebrate our 16th wedding anniversary. When we booked we indicated it was our anniverary and we were choosing this restaurant because it indicated it had fire pits and smores which is something we love. When we arrived at the restaurant the hostess told us to go to another girl and just pointed toward the resturant. We had no idea where to go. We went back to the hostess and there were 3 girls at the desk all helping one man. None of them looked up or ask if they could help us. Finally the hostess annoyingly did help us but when we got to were the fire pit tables, she wispered something in the other girls ear and we were place at a fire pit table that didn't work. REALLY! The whole reason we chose this place was the FIRE PIT. Add insult to injury, the waitress said "well your table is broke and we don't have smores anyway". She then proceed to give the fire pit table down from us which was working Smores. The food is average. Service was fine, nothing great. They have a great location but don't keep their equipment working and have terrible front hosting staff. I am an admin and am asked all the time for great places to eat. This will definitly NOT be on my list to share. It made for a terrible Anniversary dinner. read more

The Shores Restaurant in La Jolla is a stunning beachfront spot with incredible ocean views that make any meal feel special. The menu features fresh, flavorful dishes that highlight local ingredients, and the service is attentive and welcoming. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance between relaxed and upscale, ideal for a romantic dinner, brunch with friends, or a family outing. Dining here is as much about the experience as it is the food, and every visit leaves a lasting impression. read more

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Stopped in late and sat at the bar. We had some good drinks and cool conversation with the bartender. The prices are ok.

I'm surprised this place got such poor reviews. I had a great meal there w/ a friend and the sunset beach view was amazing. Service was wonderful. read more

The service is great here and I love that you can sit by the ocean. They have heat lamps for when it's windy too. Very cute hotel on the beach. I got a drink with gin and lemonade in it and it was great plus very strong. The guac was really good and flavorful. My friends love their wings and Cobb salad. French fries were nice and crispy! I got the tuna poke and it was really fresh and delicious. Prices are fair as well! read more

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Restaurant is inside the hotel. Matt, our server, was great. A little outside dining for lunch. The California deli sandwich was delicious and huge. Halved one and it was plenty. Served with piping hot fries. Chips, salsa, and guacamole were also fresh & great. Highly recommended eating outside! Nice breeze with ocean view. read more

This restaurant is truly incredible!! To begin, let me describe my overall experience. Food: I ordered the lemon herb half chicken as well as pretzel bites and the bread platter. Oh my goodness. This was the best meal I have had at a restaurant in quite a while. The bread on the platter was coated nicely on the outside and soft on the inside. The pretzel bites came with two dipping sauces, cheese and mustard. I enjoyed the cheese sauce very much. The chicken was also marvelous! It was cooked perfectly and served with some incredible Mashed Potatoes. To top it all off, I ordered their delicious brownie dessert. It was the perfect mix of a warm brownie alongside some cool ice cream, chocolate syrup, and a crumbled up cookie. Overall, the food was a 10/10! Service: The service was unlike anything I had seen in recent years! My family and I were served by this lovely woman who was very kind and a true joy. She was speedy and very helpful! 10/10 for service! Ambiance: My family and I were at the restaurant during the evening, but I can imagine that it is even better to see the gorgeous blue ocean in the daytime from this restaurant! While we couldn't see the beautiful waves, being able to hear them was quite peaceful and pleasant. The inside of the restaurant felt very welcoming and provided a relaxing atmosphere. 10/10 for ambiance! Overall, this restaurant was truly wonderful. The food, service, and ambiance provided me with a delightful memory that my family and I will never forget. This restaurant has most definitely entered my top 5 restaurants list. Thank you Shores Restaurant for the incredible evening! read more

We came for the Christmas buffet, at $89 per person. It was good, yes, just good. Service was lacking big time. I ended up asking the person who kept filling our waters who the server actually was and he said the bartender, Dylan. Odd, since he only came to our table when we first sat down. He was really just standing behind the bar chatting it up with another worker. The bill was $192 and I only left him $25. BUT.....I gave another $40 to the 2 workers who continuously kept our waters full. We ended up having to ask one of them for our bill because Dylan was non existent. A table next to us had to get up and ask for a few things as well. If it was busy I could understand but it wasn't at all. Beautiful place, ocean view. read more

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