Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

55 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Tom Hams Lighthouse restaurant

1. Tom Hams Lighthouse

4.6

Exceptional(6645)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 36 times today

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 a 100% responsibly resourced seafood menu & award winning Sunday Champagne Brunch, we are a must when it comes to the San Diego food scene. The dining room, purposely shaped like the state of California, allows for groups as grand as 50 yet private enough for a couple’s night out. Holiday brunches have been long time family traditions for many San Diegans. Start your family’s tradition this next holiday. With the best views of the Downtown City Skyline, Coronado & San Diego Bay, Tom Ham's is & remains a San Diego tradition in dining excellence since 1971.

2. Mister A's

4.9

Exceptional(8621)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown

Booked 51 times today

Mister A's is the penthouse, fine-dining destination of San Diego, and has been for over 50 years. Located just a few minutes from downtown, you will take the elevator to the top floor and look back out over jetliners sweeping past at eye level, the San Diego skyline, bay and Pacific, while enjoying Modern American cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and one of Wine Spectator's top-rated wine lists in the country. The culinary staff hand-selects local farm produce and the highest quality ingredients in every category to offer you selections that are made from scratch in house for brunch, lunch, dinner.. or simply the finest rooftop drinks and appetizers in town.Please visit our website for specific dress code guidelines: https://www.asrestaurant.com/contact/(Guests not in dress code will be turned away)

A photo of Bali Hai Restaurant restaurant

3. Bali Hai Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(5957)

Price: Expensive

• Polynesian • Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

Booked 39 times today

Exotic Pacific dining on an enchanted tiki island.The Bali Hai Restaurant has been a favorite in San Diego for over fifty years. Our spectacular views of the San Diego bay and the downtown skyline make us the perfect location for any special event. Along with our dining room upstairs, our premise possesses three different and versatile private rooms. The flexibility of multiple private facilities allows us to accommodate any type of party. We host weddings, class reunions, birthdays, anniversaries, concerts, memorials, festivals, fundraisers, business meetings, seminars, and corporate events.

4. Animae

4.8

Exceptional(3183)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 75 times today

ANIMAE’s eclectic West Coast cuisine, layered with Asian influences, comes to life under Celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey. Applying a California cooking style to ANIMAE’S traditional coal-fired oven and grill, Chef Malarkey’s menu is as thoughtful as it is refined, elevating local produce and seasonal ingredients to create a lively and progressive culinary program.

5. Coasterra

4.5

Awesome(7531)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 62 times today

Coasterra is San Diego's premier bay front dining destination! We are an innovative and modern restaurant, lounge and floating event center, featuring Mexican cuisine.

6. Juniper & Ivy

4.6

Exceptional(8004)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Little Italy

Booked 77 times today

Juniper & Ivy is a top choice for birthday celebrations. The reviews mention 'amazing service' and 'fantastic food' for birthdays, making it a perfect place to celebrate special occasions. The restaurant also offers personalized menus for special occasions, adding to the overall memorable experience.

7. Kettner Exchange

4.7

Exceptional(1331)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Little Italy

Booked 38 times today

Kettner Exchange boasts two levels of indoor/outdoor drinking and dining and Little Italy’s only rooftop patio with spanning harbor views. We feature Progressive American cuisine from critically acclaimed Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski. In 2019, Kettner Exchange was named to Michelin Guide's prestigious Bib Gourmand list. Kettner Exchange has proudly maintained this award every year thereafter. Originally introduced in 1997, the Bib Gourmand category highlights restaurants that serve high-quality meals which include two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less.

8. Island Prime

4.6

Exceptional(8314)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 72 times today

Island Prime is a top choice for birthday celebrations. Reviews rave about the exceptional service and mouth-watering food. They particularly stand out for their birthday dessert, and offer special perks like a complimentary dessert. The restaurant's ambiance, with great views of San Diego Bay, adds to the festive atmosphere.

9. Cowboy Star

4.9

Exceptional(4725)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 50 times today

Located in the heart of the East Village neighborhood of San Diego, Cowboy Star is dedicated to providing an unmatched attention to detail and a level of service that immediately sets us apart. Cowboy Star guests are the number one priority and guest satisfaction is the base upon which our entire concept is built. Our level of service is only matched by our celebration of regional American heirloom recipes offered with genuine neighborly hospitality. We are committed to supporting local and regional farmers, fishers and producers by cooking food that recaptures the simple and pure tastes found in locally grown, natural and organic ingredients. We strive to raise awareness of a more sustainable food future, while helping to restore a sense of community that brings us back to a more homegrown time.The Cowboy Star Menu features the finest in select natural products including Niman Ranch all natural beef from the nation's leading Certified Humane Angus herd.

A photo of Brigantine at Portside Pier restaurant

10. Brigantine at Portside Pier

4.7

Exceptional(4182)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 58 times today

The Brigantine is more than just home to some of San Diego’s finest seafood. It’s a place where locals and visitors alike come to share a lively atmosphere and authentic sense of community. The Morton family opened the first Brigantine on Shelter Island in 1969, with a vision that embraced the beach town lifestyle, a dedication to flavorful food, and a passion for friendly service. Today, we’re known far and wide for our San Diego-style surf and turf. From our award-winning fish tacos and freshly shucked oysters, to classic filet mignon or our perpetually best-selling marinated grilled swordfish. Always prepared to exceed expectations, and served with a smile. You can stop in at any neighborhood Brigantine and get a taste of the local flavor, from regionally inspired specials, to custom cocktails and home town craft beers. At the Brigantine we make first timers feel like regulars, and consider regulars part of the family. So come by often, and share our taste for life.

‘About the restaurant’ descriptions have been generated using an artificial intelligence model comprised of OpenTable proprietary data that has not been independently verified by OpenTable. The content is presented as-is, for informational purposes only.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

J
Johnvip
San Diego •25 reviews
5.0
Dined today
This was our first time at Mister A's since they renovated their space, which improved the setting, The food and service were excellent.
More info
Mister A'sPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Downtown
•
4.9
E
Emily
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing food and staff. It was so cool to see elevated Filipino food, and it was my girlfriend’s first time trying A5 Wagyu, she said “it was the best thing I’ve ever put in my mouth”. Will be back in 6 months for my birthday!
More info
AnimaePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown
•
4.8
S
Stephanie
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food and service was amazing as always! Chelsea was amazing at keeping us happy and making sure we were satisfied with the recent menu changes. Never had a meal I didn’t enjoy here.
More info
CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
•
4.5
C
Connievip
Oklahoma City •57 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
First we enjoyed happy hour on the patio. The oysters' price and quality was excellent as were the happy hour drinks. We went inside for dinner where we had a reservation. The view from both the patio and the dining seats were beautiful as we were able to see the view of the bay and downtown both in daylight and as the sun set. We enjoyed the asparagus and corn salad and the salmon entree--both excellent!!!
More info
Tom Hams LighthousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
•
4.6
K
Kenneth
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Window view was spectacular and the food was awesome! Was my wife’s birthday and had a slice of their cake. Wasn’t overpowering that wanted eat it slowly to savor the taste. Will definitely come again
More info
Bali Hai RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Polynesian• Shelter Island / San Diego Bay
•
4.6

Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Neighborhoods

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Award-winning

Accessibility

55 restaurants available nearby

1. Tom Hams Lighthouse

2. Mister A's

3. Bali Hai Restaurant

4. Animae

5. Coasterra

6. Juniper & Ivy

7. Kettner Exchange

8. Island Prime

9. Cowboy Star

10. Brigantine at Portside Pier

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable