Overall, it was an amazing experience. Chris (Christopher) and all the other staff were incredibly kind, and it really felt like they made each guest feel special. The view was beautiful, and the restaurant itself felt very upscale. However, I ordered the lobster tail, and it seemed overcooked--it was rubbery and very difficult to cut. Even using my husband's steak knife, I had to practically tear it apart. It was also quite salty and tough, so I ended up leaving about half of it. Aside from the food, everything else was perfect. read more

The Marine Room - Butter poached lobster, Japanese A5 wagyu, Wild mushrooms - Seafood Near Me - La Jolla, California

An absolutely amazing dining experience! Went at high tide (not King Tide) but still special having the waves come up to our window! It was our 21st wedding anniversary and they did everything to make it special. Special table right on the window with waves up to our window. Custom personalized menu and glass of champagne to toast. Stefano was so classy and treated us like royalty. No rush at all and excellent service all night. There were a few mistakes made like timing and steak a little undercooked but they were so apologetic and went way above and beyond service to correct and make things right (way more than necessary) The lobster bisque was probably best ever and our Poached Butter lobster and Waygu Ribeye were spectacular. Everything was fantastic and how they took care of us over very minor mistakes, was stellar! We will be back for other special occasions and highly recommend for special dining experience. read more

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I really wanted to like The Marine Room in La Jolla, but it ended up being a pretty disappointing experience. When you first walk in, it has this old-house charm and the servers are dressed sharp, which makes you think you're in for something special. But then you realize the place feels stuck in time, no music, no atmosphere, just kind of quiet and dated. The biggest letdown was the food. My steak was honestly worse than something you'd get at a casual chain, dry, overcooked, and lacking flavor. My wife's dish was a little better, but it still felt like a lower-quality cut of meat dressed up with a high-end price tag. For what we paid, I expected a completely different level of quality. For a place with such a great location and reputation, it just didn't deliver. Add some life to the atmosphere, improve the quality of the food, and it could be a very different experience. As it stands, I wouldn't go back. read more

The Marine Room - Seafood Near Me - La Jolla, California

Beautiful view, great service, classy restaurant. My wife and I enjoyed our dinner very much. The Thai curry crab soup wasn't our favorite but the waiter quickly replaced it with the lobster bisque which was much more our taste. We enjoyed all the other parts of our meal and would definitely come back if in the area. read more

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One of the classic places in San Diego! We've known about this place for years and it wasn't until this week that we finally made plans to check it out. We snagged early reservations at 4:30pm Sunday which was right when they opened. That's the best way to secure a table next to the window. You're literally on the beach Tip: our server suggested with high tide being June, July and August times that they suggest to pre-book in advance since that's a popular time to experience the restaurant with the high tide coming up to the glass windows. After reading other reviews, I was worried about a possible fish smell but we didn't experience that at all so I wonder if it was just something in the air since that can happen in San Diego. No fish market smell PARKING we got super lucky with street parking but noticed they have a $15 valet parking out front that opens when the restaurant does FOOD -The focaccia table bread with the butter & volcanic salt is SO good! We got a few rounds of that. -We shared the Endive salad which had perfectly picked vegetables. The salad was a little tricky to eat but was still delicious -I had the truffle risotto -my husband had the roasted chicken -we shared a few sides: truffle root fries, carrots and mushrooms. They were all tasty! read more

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Took my wife here for a weekend getaway. We were excited to have dinner here and enjoy the ambiance. Service from our waiter was mediocre. As we were leaving my wife asked me to take a picture of her by the lounge area when the head waiter asked us if I had paid for our dinner. I replied yes I gave our waiter 2 $100 bills. And he walked away. He should have done his due diligence and asked our waiter first if we had settled our bill before approaching us. Me and my wife was embarrassed since many people were around. We will never come back here and definitely not recommend this place to friends and family. We actually drove 2 hours to have dinner here to just be disrespected. We were insulted/humiliated by this. The only nice person was the Valet guy. read more

The Marine Room - Entrance to the Marine Room. - Seafood Near Me - La Jolla, California

I highly recommend dining in the lounge area at the Marine Room restaurant in La Jolla. This is a special occasion restaurant and I saw many people celebrating birthdays. The main dining room can be a bit pricey and sometimes the portions are small. The lounge area has a late night menu that starts around 8 PM till closing, and you can also eat anything off of the main menu from the dining room. I thoroughly enjoyed the lobster roll and the dip that comes with it is heavenly creamy and a perfect combination to dip your lobster roll in. Think a French dip sandwich except make it seafood. It was the best lobster roll I've ever had and almost tasted like a crab sandwich with butter from heaven! The Chardonnay that comes from the tasting menu off of the evening menu was so crisp and delicious. I highly recommend it! It's not a full glass of wine but more than a tasting, but it worked out great for us because we were just eating small bites after having a very large lunch. My favorite thing that I ate, however, has to be their mud pie that I had for dessert. It was supremely delicious. However, I hate to admit that if you have a strong sense of smell then it might be challenging for you because this restaurant smells like a fish market. It was hard to get used to at first, but then when my wine arrived and after two or three sips, for some reason, the smell didn't bother me as much. I know that the menu is mostly seafood so it makes sense but I've never smelled a seafood restaurant that smells like this. Someone in our party doesn't eat fish and seafood so they had a really hard time adjusting to the smell. But if you like fish and love, beautiful ocean views then I highly recommend this elegant restaurant. Another cool thing about this restaurant was learning about its history in the lobby through its many newspaper clippings, and historical recollections. The Marine Room was originally built in 1916 as the Spindrift Inn, before being transformed into the iconic restaurant that opened on May 29th, 1941. The Kellogg family, specifically Frederick W. Kellogg, took over the property in 1935 developing it into the famous La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club complex, which included the Marine Room restaurant. read more

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Had the absolute pleasure of dining here as part of our anniversary celebrations with my husband and it was wonderful! We were not there during high tide so we did not get the drama of the waves crashing against the windows but since we had our little one with us I think that was actually better. The focaccia and butter starters were a great way to start our meal We ordered the trout tartare and the Peruvian crudo and they were delicious! The tartare was slightly more lemon forward with a stronger fish taste while the crudo is sweeter and just melts in your mouth. I still think about it months later. The textures were all perfect and the flavors were all well balanced. The filet mignon was tender and flavorful though the peppercorn sauce was sweeter than I like. The cauliflower purée was wonderful and I liked that there was a roasted cauliflower on top as well. The bone marrow was also a generous portion. The Brussels sprouts were the unexpected stars of the meal for me. They were so soft and caramelized. I could have had 3 more servings they were delicious! If you like Brussels sprouts I highly recommend you try these. Our server was super sweet and even brought us a slice of cake for our anniversary I wish I remembered her name but she was such a great server. read more

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A San Diego staple. I use to love coming here many years ago. Last night was the first in at least 8-10 years. Great location and one of the most beautiful views (esp during high tide). Came here last night for my friend's birthday! The service was good - Rich was our server. The seafood options were solid but not "OMG amazing" but solid. It was nice to hear most of the seafood options are gluten free! Huge plus. I ordered the tuna tataki - 8.5/10 for me (could have added more tuna for a better value - the tuna slices were small) but flavor and texture was excellent. My friend ordered the scallops - she liked it 9/10. Another friend ordered the trout with charred brassica, coconut salsa macha, red chile maitake, cassis chayote - it was good except the coconut salsa macha made the trout taste fishy. If you order this - order the coconut salsa macha on the side. Another friend ordered the Blackened swordfish with crawfish etouffee, forbidden rice. She is from the south (Houston, TX) and said the etouffee wasn't great but for California standards - it is what it is. One of my friend's ordered the Thai curry soup for a starter by the way but said it was too salty. For the sides we ordered the Brussels sprouts and mushrooms 10/10 I would come back JUST for that!!!!!!!!! Ohhhh but the focaccia bread, although it wasn't gluten free - I still ate it and it was amazing!!! Hunter also assisted us, I think he was the server assistant? He was AWESOME, fun personality, attentive, and sooo helpful!! He happily acted as our photographer. ahahahha :) Parking: There is valet parking for $15 but there was plenty of street parking for a Sunday night so I just parked on the street. Overall, The Marine Room was cool. read more

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The main attraction is definitely the view! Had a reservation for 4:45pm and it was the perfect time. We were able to admire the view in the sunlight and also enjoy the sunset. The food was average nothing too special, the Brussel sprouts were a bit salty for my taste. I would given a 3/5 stars but the service was great which bumped it up to a 4/5. read more

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Phenomenal experience I saw this place with all of the hype on Instagram and TikTok, but I am so happy to say that it was worth every dollar and every minute. This is the definition of a hidden gem even the locals do not know where this is because it's hidden in a residential area. Everything from the service at check-in to the food quality and especially the views (we sat right by the window) were amazing. I ordered the scallops and the other dish was the trout which was recommended by the waitress . Another recommendation by the waitress was the starter fresh albacore tuna absolutely amazing. This was the best sashimi. We could've had word of advice when you come here definitely take the advice of the waitress or waiter. They know what's best. The views alone would make us come back, but I'm so happy to say that the food was also 10 out of 10. Hoping to come back during high tide. read more

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The view was great from the entrance, whereas the windows facing the water had a lot of bird poops on, so the pictures from my seat weren't as aesthetic. Yet, I enjoyed the sunset. The appetizers and bread/butter were TERRIFIC! We loved those so much. However, the entrees (filet mignon and risotto) and desserts were quite disappointing, especially after the amazing appetizers. The male server in his late 20s or early 30s was very knowledgeable and friendly. He made sure that we had a great time and service! While I understand that tips are customary for the valet, I decided not to tip as they are not mandatory and there was a long wait time. As soon as the tall, lean, middle-aged male attendant learned that he's not getting any tips, he kept yelling at me even after I got into my car. Although I deeply regret for ruining his evening, I am equally disappointed that he decided to ruin mine further. read more

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The food was good, but not the kind of "worth remortgaging your house for" good. Honestly, you could probably find meals just as satisfying for a third of the price in Pacific Beach or Mission Beach -- with enough money left over for dessert and parking. The restaurant layout itself is very cool, but the décor felt frozen somewhere between an '80s corporate power lunch and the set of Big or Cocktail. At one point I genuinely questioned whether the wine glasses were glass or upscale acrylic. Service-wise, our waitress was kind and attentive, and the valet gentleman was lovely. What stood out more oddly, though, was the noticeable lineup of men in slightly ill-fitting suits hovering around the restaurant while all of the actual serving staff appeared to be women. I assume it was intended to project a strong "management presence," but it landed somewhere closer to "1987 regional sales conference energy." For the prices, I expected a much more polished high-end experience and elevated amenities. Instead, it felt more like paying luxury prices for nostalgia and ocean proximity. I'd give the ambiance 3 stars during high tide, 2 stars the rest of the time, and overall probably a 2-star experience for value. read more

Ouuu where to even start?! I had this place on my bucket list for sometime and finally got to stop by on my solo trip to SanDiego! I made my reservation just on time and it was right in a neighborhood area so I nearly missed it lol but wow this restaurant is beautiful the ambiance is amazing! The food was good itself I treated myself to a very nice dinner by being here. Thank you to the staff there! I can say it was a highlight of my SanDiego trip read more

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The food was amazing, honestly i'm a picky eater and I enjoyed my meal a lot. Cute date night spot. The price is worth the meal. The service was amazing the waiters were really nice. Overall 12/10 and would go back. read more

The Marine Room - All 3 of our meals (2 dinner & 1 dessert) - Seafood Near Me - La Jolla, California

We came to Marine Room to celebrate my wife's birthday and had an incredible evening. The Peruvian crudo, Tasmanian ocean trout, roast chicken, and chocolate pistachio crunch bar were all outstanding. Every dish delivered. But the real star was our server Lily. She was warm, knowledgeable, and made us feel genuinely special all night. I'd give five stars on her service alone, and the food more than earns the rest. If you're looking for a spot to celebrate something meaningful, this is it. We'll definitely be back.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

The Marine Room - Peruvian Crudo and a view - Seafood Near Me - La Jolla, California

The Marine Room isn't just a restaurant, but rather a meditative experience. I came here with my girlfriend to celebrate a special night, and from the moment we pulled up to the valet, everything about this place screamed timeless. Instead of an ultra-modern design, we were met with a quaint porch lit up by a stylish neon sign. Looking at the place from outside, you'd have no clue what you were about to witness on stepping inside. This kind of spot that doesn't just rely on its reputation or its oceanfront view to impress, but rather takes your taste buds on a culinary journey, earning its acclaim every step of the way. We got lucky with our timing, arriving just as the sun began to set, lighting the sky up with beautiful shades of orange and purple. If you've never seen the tide rise while you're dining on a steak or a plate of oysters, you haven't truly experienced what coastal dining is supposed to feel like. Between the calming sound of the waves and the candlelight bouncing off the window, this place has the kind of atmosphere where we found our conversation slowing and quieting down... in awe of the setting we had found ourselves in. The service was top-notch from start to finish. Our server was friendly and patient, walking us through the menu like someone who actually eats here on their days off (always a good sign). We started with the Thai curry soup, Oysters, and the Peruvian Crudo, which were the perfect openers. We found ourselves savoring every bite, taking an hour to only finish our appetizers as we marveled at the ocean that sat feet across from us, behind the massive windows. For mains, we went with the A5 Wagyu Steak and the Swordfish Filet. Both came out plated like art, to where you just want to appreciate it, and both were cooked to perfection. The A5 wagyu melted in our mouths like butter, with just the right char on the outside and cooked to a perfect medium. Cutting through the Swordfish was effortless. Both cuts were juicy, with all the right textures inside and out. My girlfriend typically puts salt on everything she eats, but here, everything was salted and seasoned to perfection, and the salt cup remained untouched for the entire meal. This is really saying something. Yes, it's pricey... but you're not just paying for food here. You're paying for one of the most unique dining settings in San Diego, exceptional service, and a memory that'll probably stick with you for a long time. We never felt rushed to finish up, and understandably, we stayed for close to three hours. If you're visiting San Diego or are a local wanting a dinner that you'll never forget, The Marine Room delivers on every front. Easily one of those places that reminds you what fine dining is supposed to feel like. read more

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We went here for my wife's birthday and had amazing service and food. Peter was very knowledgeable and described all of the options in great detail. The meal was fantastic. However, upon leaving, the valet experience not so great. The sole valet attendant asked aggressively multiple times how much tip do I want to add to the $15 valet service (he parked the car 30 feet from where we dropped it off!). I told him an amount and apparently he decided it was not enough so he took the liberty of increasing the tip on his own, ran my credit card, then walked away. I'm guessing this is not the final memory The Marine Room wants their customers to leave with, but just beware. read more

We came and celebrated our 30th Anniversary. We made reservations, we let them know on Open Table that it was our 30th and would love a window view, and what we got was not what we asked for. First they seated us at the tiniest corner with the tiniest window and smallest table that barely fit our plates of food and drinks. Couple times, I almost dropped a few items including my overly expensive plate of food. When we arrived there were 3 potentially BETTER spots they could have seated us at, I mean it's only our 30th and we're only 48, high school sweethearts, no big deal right? I guess not. Thank you for the "labeled menu" for our anniversary and the champagne toast but listening to a conversation behind me of a "first date" or the 2 dudes just having a business dinner, I guess they should have better choices of seating right since it's such a special occasion for them, I was literally embarrassed where we were seated. Our "view" was joke and was 2 boards to a small window that we can barely see out of because the angle of the small table and chairs. Our food was ok, my husband had the Lobster and Filet, which my husband enjoyed and I ordered Beef cheek Ragu, which was on the heavy side, like needed something to make it not so gamey and meaty, but was ok, husband helped out. Now the big shabang was the outdated birthday cake, a slice with sparklers, they gave us for our anniversary treat. How embarrassing. I've been to many high end restaurants and celebrated our anniversary or birthdays and they usually give you a choice of crème brûlée, some type of chocolate lava cake or a nice cheesecake, NOT a slice of an old cake that's been sitting in the back for a special occasions, it was hard and stale. Only thing that made this place ok was our server Julia, who was very attentive and helpful with ordering. Will I be back for any occasion, no thank you nor would nor would I ever recommend anyone on my social media for The Marine Room. This place seems like a 1 and done for us. read more

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I really wanted to love this place. The staff was fantastic, and the views truly can't be beat. Unfortunately, it feels like when a restaurant leans heavily on the view, the food or drinks tend to fall short. First, for what you get, I think it's extremely overpriced. The drinks were great, but the food didn't live up to the same standard. I ordered the filet mignon, expecting something exceptional at that price point--but I was disappointed. It had no proper sear or crust and was oddly pale, almost like it had been pre-cooked and then quickly finished on the grill just to add marks. I ordered it medium rare, but the inside had an unusual texture and appearance--more like pink ground beef than a fresh-cut filet. It definitely didn't seem freshly prepared. I cook filet mignon regularly, and I've never seen it come out like that. I feel like you could have a better steak at Texas Roadhouse. I should have sent it back, but I didn't want to be that person, so I just dealt with it. That said, if you're a fan of filet mignon, I wouldn't recommend ordering it here. read more

The Marine Room - Filet Mignon 8oz - Seafood Near Me - La Jolla, California

The service was absolutely amazing, great view of the sunset and ocean. However I was a little bit unimpressed by the food. Their filet seemed to be lacking flavor, and it didn't quite melt in your mouth. I think if you're more into seafood you might like the food better, it just wasn't for me. read more

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Party of 2 on Sunday night. 3 1/2 stars for us. Valet parking was convenient and is $15, pay by card via text. Hostess was dry. Server was Tom, he's good but I felt pushed to order what I didn't want. I had mentioned I don't eat this late and when I wanted soup and a salad he said what meat would you like. Luckily I knew my husband would eat it. The cocktails were good. The food is ok. At these prices it all should be a lot better. The Lobster Bisque is not on the menu but can still be ordered. It was OK but not one that I would need to go back for. The 8 ounce filet mignon was cooked to perfection but still was lacking something that would've made it better. The heirloom carrots were really good. My husband ordered the swordfish without the mushrooms and he did like it and I tasted it and it was fine and I'm not a fish eater, but I would've preferred over the fillet. Nothing on the dessert menu stood out. So we skipped it. The view is beautiful as we sat at the bus seat in the restaurant, we were greatly appreciated that part. read more

The Marine Room - 8 ounce filet mignon, cooked medium. - Seafood Near Me - La Jolla, California

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Heads up to those who experienced and enjoyed the Marine Room in the past...it has drastically changed. Men leave your Sport Coat at home, forget the cuff links. Women do not wear your favorite dress, and leave the jewelry at home. You're going to feel extremely out of place and uncomfortable. T-shirts, hoodies, shorts and sneakers are the norm now. Even dogs...Yes you can order that beautiful $1000 bottle for a special celebration and have someone's pet dog at the table beside you. Can't we all just get along. The place is still something special and all should feel welcome and experience it. So some tips for the new. What ever you do, do not order the "Perfect Caviar Bite." It is the worst thing I have had ever. It is a small dollop of caviar that is placed on an oil saturated hot hash brown. The heat transfers over to the caviar and starts to melt it. The results are not pleasant. You will suffer the consequence of that taste until the morning. Oily starchy fish. If you order the Lobster, which was quite nice and I enjoyed the sauce. You do have some work to do. You have to clean the intestinal track yourself, the tail track. The chefs here don't do that for you. So when you get your lobster, immediately flip it on its back, cut through the center until you see the dark black vein running through it (It's the lobsters poop.) It comes out easily with your knife and fork and place it on your bread plate. You don't want to eat that. Then enjoy. The side were all meh, but fine. Gone are the days with Bernard in the kitchen, but at least it's still nice seeing white table cloths. You still can't beat the view and you make the experience yourself, even how comical you find it at times. The food has become an upscale Joe's Crab Shack with hefty prices. I always liked Joe's. read more

View is amazing! We came for my birthday. I enjoyed the food but it was very expensive. I would rate the food a 8/10. Will come back for drinks and small plates at the lounge. Come earlier to get a table by window- 4:30pm/5pm read more

What a lovely surprise anniversary dinner with my love! Service + views + food + presentation = 10/10! I loved watching the waves and the sun starting to set it was beautiful! The bunny drink was pretty good, but strong aftertaste of ginger. 7/10. Lychee martini: I liked the lychee fruit. I personally thought the drink was strong, but it was not too strong for my husband! 9/10 My husband was overjoyed that his favorite sparkling water was there! S.Pellegrino 10/10 Rosemary sea salt Focaccia bread 10/10! My favorite type of bread Truffle yucca fries! I really enjoyed this side. I added salt from the butter salt from the focaccia bread and it was heavenly delicious. 9/10 Peruvian Crudo: A piece of art that is full of beautiful colors! Fish was freshly caught that day. One of our server when he refilled our drinks he recommended we try the Focaccia bread dipped in the sauce! Lovely taste, thank you! The sweet drop biquinho pepper was so cute and yummy! 8.75/10! Local bluefin tuna tataki: 9/10! Three thick slices. I liked the seared part of the tuna that was coated with crisp ball. It reminded me of the Crunch chocolate balls. The seared part of the tuna tasted like fried pork belly! I paired everything on the dish together and it was delicious! Lumina Farms Filet of Lamb: This will be a bias review for the lambs . I prefer not to eat lamb, but I tried it even though I was a bit scared to. It definitely would be 9/10, but I just don't like eating this type of meat. Dessert: sorbet 10/10. The blood orange was my favorite! Coconut was really good. Raspberry was okay. Anniversary dessert creme brûlée: 8.5/10! I just don't like the sugar top, but everything else was yumm! Thank you to everyone at Marine Room for making our anniversary such a lovely time! I told my husband I would likely come back just for the blood orange sorbet haha read more

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I had been waiting to visit The Marine Room ever since I moved from the Bay Area last year, and finally went for my birthday dinner. We had a 7:45pm reservation on a Friday, so it wasn't technically during their official "high tide" dinners, but the waves were still absolutely mesmerizing. They crashed dramatically against the windows, sometimes with such force it felt like the ocean was trying to join us at the table. It was both peaceful and thrilling at the same time. The ambiance is elegant and romantic, perfect for a special occasion. Every seat feels like it has a front-row view of nature's show. I couldn't stop looking out the window the entire meal. The food was just as impressive. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully plated. You could taste the quality and care in every bite. The staff was kind and attentive, and even brought out a birthday treat that made the night feel extra special. It's definitely a splurge, but one that's completely worth it. Between the view, the food, and the overall experience, it's the kind of dinner that stays with you. I'd absolutely return, hopefully to check out the lounge menu and the high tide dinners next season read more

The Marine Room - Georges Bank Diver Scallops - Seafood Near Me - La Jolla, California

Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. The staff here at The Marine Room surely knew how to make us feel welcomed and special. The restaurant is gorgeous. Especially coming during sun set. The big windows showcased the nice sunset rays that made it such a romantic and warm setting. They have great food options along with nice cocktails. We got complimentary amuse bouche that was delicious. What stood out was their oysters, ahi tuna, lamb chops, yucca fries, and cheesecake. We came in a fairly large group and ordered many dishes. All, really delicious. They even did complimentary cake for my friend's birthday and it was heavenly as well. Overall, great place to come and enjoy great food with great company. read more

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We went to The Marine Room to celebrate my husband's doctor graduation, which was a special milestone for us. The views were absolutely amazing--though not quite like they used to be when the waves would come right up to the windows. It now appears the windows or dining area have been set back, and I'm not even sure that dramatic wave experience still happens anymore. They did create beautiful custom menus for our celebration, similar to what you'd see for birthdays or special occasions, which was a very nice and thoughtful touch. Unfortunately, that's where the positives mostly ended. When we ordered, we expected at least a reasonable amount of food. Instead, the portions were extremely small--almost nonexistent. For four people, our bill came to $413.76, and that didn't include the large tip we still gave. The service itself was good; our server was kind and helpful. However, the overall experience felt more like a high-pressure sales pitch--almost like buying a car--rather than a relaxed celebration dinner, which was not what we were looking for. I'm a Type 1 diabetic, and my blood sugar dropped during the meal, so I asked for an orange juice. I was shocked to be charged $8 for it. The prices overall are insane for what you actually receive. The food was not worth it--some of it tasted rubbery, and the portions were so small that we were still hungry and had to eat again afterward. This experience was not what we remembered from years ago and certainly not what we expected for such a meaningful celebration. Sadly, we won't be coming back. read more

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We came here the first time last night in the main dining room. The service was good. I love the ambiance, romantic specially from sunset to nightfall. The food was ok, I really think you're paying for the view not the taste of the food. They served us with complimentary focaccia & butter. I recommend the ribeye over the filet. For the sides, we liked the mushrooms better than the brussels sprouts. We received 2 cute little pieces of chocolate at the same time the check was presented which we truly appreciated. No appetizers or dessert because we didn't find anything we would like. Overall, I recommend dining here for the spectacular view of the beach. Make reservations ahead of time. As for parking, valet is available right in the front of restaurant. The bill was about $400 with tip for the 2 of us which included 1 dessert wine, 1 old fashioned, ribeye, filet with 2 sides. read more

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Second time in this restaurant. We went again because we wanted to see how the restaurant looks like when it's high tide. Specifically asked the front desk for the date when it's a high tide. Unfortunately, we were told that it's only in the morning. Wish they told us that when we made the reservation. But other than that, service is always excellent. Food was great and the vibe is good. Our server spent time helping us with the menu. read more

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Exceeded Expectations!!! We loved every bit of our experience from the moment we arrived, to the drinks at the bar, the view, and our meal. My husband and I celebrated our anniversary here and will come back every year. read more

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We ordered the Japanese A5 Wagyu, Peruvian crudo, blackened swordfish, trumpet mushrooms, and pistachio crunch bar. I loved all the dishes but would skip the swordfish next time just because I didn't care for the sauce, my husband loved it though. My hubby doesn't like sweets but loves the crunch bar. Definitely get the larger size of wagyu it was like butter service was top notch, I can't remember server's name maybe Marissa? I loved the view and vibe. There was a lot of tourists constantly taking photos but I guess that comes with the territory read more

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A perfect anniversary at The Marine Room! As a San Diego local, I can confidently say The Marine Room is the spot when you want to feel truly connected to the Pacific. You're quite literally dining at the edge of the ocean--waves brushing up against the windows, sunsets that look unreal, and an atmosphere that makes any occasion feel elevated. We celebrated our wedding anniversary here, and the experience was flawless from start to finish. Our server, Lily, was incredibly attentive and accommodating--warm, thoughtful, and truly added to the magic of the evening. The food was beautifully presented and perfectly executed. We loved the Almond Fizz mocktail, the swordfish, and the scallops--each dish fresh, flavorful, and crafted with precision. If you arrive early (or want to linger afterward), the lounge is a fantastic spot to enjoy a cocktail or light bite while taking in one-of-a-kind ocean views. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or planning a "wow" date night capped with a walk on the beach, The Marine Room is an unforgettable choice. Highly recommend. read more

The Marine Room - Customized menu for our anniversary and perfectly curated mocktails - Seafood Near Me - La Jolla, California

Okay food, but compared to literally anything else at this price point it is straight robbery. I would only recommend this place as a prank to someone really rich that I don't really like, or as a place for drinks before going somewhere else with vastly superior food. Service: service was generally poor, we waited 10 minutes to get served at the bar, and there were only 2 other people there. Once we were seated, we had to wait around 15 minutes to get a menu, and another 10 to get our order taken and water. Food: appetizer was great, full of bold flavors and great quality fish. Drinks are exceptional as well, the bartenders know what they're doing. The mains really dropped the ball though. We ordered the trout and the Australian Wagyu, and were both extremely disappointing. It would be fine for a home cooked meal, but far from a fine dining experience. Sear on the Wagyu was from a flame grill, and lacked a developed crust. It was also severely underseasoned, and felt like they didn't add any salt at all. The fat was not fully rendered and every slice had just a bit of gristle in it. Sauce was fatty and had good texture, but lacked a strong flavor profile. Definitely not a bad steak, but I shouldn't be having these gripes at this price. Trout was well cooked, and had a nice crispy skin. Vegetables lacked a sear though and just seemed like they were steamed, but the sauce had nice flavor. A decent dish, but you really just expect a lot more at this price point. It was roughly the equivalent of something you would eat at a nice brewery. "Wild mushrooms" were atrocious. Your aunts recipe of button mushrooms with store bought brown gravy. No depth in the flavor at all, one note taste. Chunks of cheese added in, not blended into the sauce. The type of dish you expect at a potluck or roadside diner. Ambiance: cute, waves are nice to look at. Interesting use of fluorescent lights. If you've never had great food before, you might enjoy this place. If you're expecting a $30 quality dish and are ok with paying $120 for it to eat it by the ocean, you'll also like this place. SOME dishes are pretty good, and I felt like the drinks were great across the board. But man, the main dishes were disappointing. read more

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It used to be a high end place where people dressed nicely. Today for dinner there was screaming toddlers and people in flip flops, Tshirt and hats. Not a fine dining experience for $390 for two people. read more

I came here for a special occasion, and while the setting is absolutely stunning, the food itself did not live up to its expectations. If you want a visually stunning experience, this is easily one of the most beautiful dining rooms in all of San Diego due to the waves crashing against the windows during high tide. The atmosphere also makes it feel like a destination restaurant. Service-wise, the staff was very accommodating and professional. Everyone was friendly and attentive, as expected of a fine dining restaurant. Since it was a special occasion, we made sure to try multiple dishes. Tasmanian Ocean Trout (4/5): First time trying trout, and it was delicious. The trout was cooked well with a clean flavor and a great sear on the skin. The delicate flavor of trout was preserved very well from the cooking process, and I would recommend this as an alternative to salmon. Blackened Swordfish (2.5/5): This was the second time I have had swordfish, but this dish was very underwhelming. The swordfish tasted very overcooked and dense compared to the previous time I tried swordfish. This could have either been a leaner cut or just the fish itself being overcooked. The seasoning was on point, but the overall texture made me dislike the dish. Grilled Spanish Octopus (5/5): This is not included in the photo due to how fast we devoured this dish. The octopus was arguably the second-best octopus dish I have ever tasted. The cook on the tentacles was perfect, and the sauce perfectly complemented the grill flavor. After seeing and tasting this dish, you can tell how much thought was put into creating it. Wild Mushrooms (2.5/5): A decent side if you like mushrooms, but nothing memorable. I am not going to judge the sides as harshly since most of the time they are just a small add-on, but at the end of the day, it just tasted like standard mushrooms. Truffle Yucca Fries (3.5/5): I actually did not enjoy this side on the first bite. They were very dense and not too crispy, which threw me off, but I think that may be the intention behind the dish. The taste and seasoning of the fries kept me coming back, and turned out to work very well with the texture of the fries. The lower rating on this dish is due to a personal preference of crispier fries, but I would still recommend trying this. Stepping back, I would give The Marine Room a three-star rating. The location of the restaurant and ambiance are truly one of a kind in all of San Diego. The service was excellent, but the food did not match the level you would expect from an iconic setting. As a destination restaurant, I would recommend coming here at least once just for the beautiful scenery. The inconsistency of the dishes I ordered did not match the expectations I had due to the price and prestige of the restaurant. If the food were elevated to match the scenery, this place would be a must-visit for any special occasion. read more

The Marine Room - Tasmanian Ocean Trout, Blackened Swordfish, Wild Mushrooms, and Truffle Yucca Fries. - Seafood Near Me - La Jolla, California

Went to the Marine Room for our honeymoon Booked a window seat 2 weeks ago Arrived and they gave our seat to some random person We ordered the Sea Bass and Tasmanian Trout BOTH WERE EXTREMELY OVERCOOKED I suffered through the trout and my wife sent the Bass back and it came out horrible again To $60 for the Bass you'd think they would know how to cook it Views are awesome so go there for a cocktail and skip the meal read more

Wowser!! We are so blessed to be able to visit The Marine Room and enjoy their impeccable food when visiting La Jolla every year for our anniversary. Our server was absolutely The Best!! Our dinner was so memorable. The view was breathtaking. My words and enthusiasm are just not explosive enough to express our love for The Marine Room. Staff...AAA. Cocktails...AAA. View...AAA. Food...AAA. A wonderful experience. read more

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To preface- I didn't have a full blown dinner here, just a few drinks and some small bites. What a view. The ocean is right in front of you. And if you're lucky, you have a spot right by the windows to take in the crashing waves. Cocktails are fantastic. I had the Wake Up Call and it was perfectly what I needed that night. It felt like an old fashioned with an espresso twist. Tasted great and woke me up. Mocktails are also available for the non-drinkers. We had a couple snacks, the yucca fries and the korean tar tar. Both tasted great and hit the spot with the drinks. The fries has some sort of parmigiano sauce on it that gave it the salt it needed. The tar tar was light and went great with the chips. Service was spot on, drinks came out quickly, as did the bites. We were able to enjoy our time there before heading off to another spot. Love to do a dinner service one of these days! read more

The service and restaurant decor/view was great. However, I had the lobster and it tasted absolutely rancid. My husband tried a bite and got food poisoning. I had such great expectations before coming here, but to get food poisoning from a restaurant of this supposed caliber is horrendous. Very disappointing. Will never eat at or recommend this restaurant again. read more