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Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego, San Diego, CA

Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

4.6
4.6
1734 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Lionfish, located in the Pendry San Diego, is a modern, cutting edge sushi and seafood restaurant located on 5th Avenue that features fresh-catch cuisine and seasonal ingredients, all prepared with innovative twists by homegrown San Diego chef JoJo Ruiz.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 738-7200
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jose "JoJo" Ruiz
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family & friends or hosting a corporate event, Lionfish can accommodate all of your special event needs. If you have any booking inquiries or interested in making a reservation for 12 or more people- please call the restaurant directly at 619. 738. 7011
  • Private party contact
    Devyn Bleakley: (619) 738-7011
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Cross Street
    J Street
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available nightly at the Pendry San Diego, around the corner from Lionfish, and plenty of garage parking is available close by.**Currently, please be advised that 5th Avenue is closed for driving / and has limited access on Wednesdays through Sundays.
  • Entertainment
    Frequently, Lionfish will feature an eclectic array of top local performers in the Lounge area. Check our website often for details on upcoming entertainment options.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Years Eve at Lionfish Restaurant

    US$204.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us for a Grand Four Course Tasting Menu at Lionfish for New Years Eve! Will include a complimentary glass of champagne and anticipate amazing selections for the pre fix menu & finish the year with a bang! *Prefix menu will be the only available food offering for this special day* **Cancellation fee of $50 will be charged if reservation is cancelled within 72 hours**

What 1,734 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego offers an upscale dining experience with "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Patrons rave about the "innovative, delicious dishes" and the "best sushi" they've had. The ambiance is intimate, though sometimes lively. Ideal for special occasions, Lionfish stands out with its "superb cuisine" and attentive staff, ensuring an unforgettable visit.

1,734 Reviews
  1. Darrell

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great people, great ambience, fantastic service with a smile. Located in San Diego‘s beautiful gas lamp quarter.

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  2. MONICA

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Kelly our server was lovely. Thank you.

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  3. perla

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, everyone very friendly, great ambiance

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  4. andrew

    VIP

    Louisville

    69 reviews

    5.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food & service. Carrot & ginger soup was great. Lobster spaghetti dish was rich and tasty. Interesting selection of cocktails

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  5. Bonnie

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, beautiful ambiance and the food was incredible—will be coming back!

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  6. Mikhail

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The space is polished and well-designed, consistent with other Clique Hospitality venues. Service was wonderful, and the atmosphere during the Wednesday happy hour/evening was very quiet. We ordered from both the happy hour and regular menu, and most items were excellent, though a few had smaller portions than expected. Unfortunately, the happy hour oysters were disappointing—I only managed to eat three out of the half dozen. On the bright side, the Negroni was excellent, and the staff treated us very well.

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  7. Steve

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great rolls, cocktails, service, location and everyone was so nice!!

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  8. Cortni

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful & delicious . Great staff! Ambience a 10

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  9. Leslie

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Friendsgiving meal was absolutely delightful! The happy hour was a highlight, particularly the mouthwatering oysters. Outstanding service and delicious food made it a memorable experience!

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  10. Noemi

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were greeted at the door and immediately sat at our table. Food was delicious and service was amazing. Would recommend to anyone who loved seafood.

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FAQs

Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 738-7200.

Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego is rated 4.6 stars by 1734 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

435 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    J Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available nightly at the Pendry San Diego, around the corner from Lionfish, and plenty of garage parking is available close by.**Currently, please be advised that 5th Avenue is closed for driving / and has limited access on Wednesdays through Sundays.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jose "JoJo" Ruiz
  • Entertainment
    Frequently, Lionfish will feature an eclectic array of top local performers in the Lounge area. Check our website often for details on upcoming entertainment options.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 738-7200
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family & friends or hosting a corporate event, Lionfish can accommodate all of your special event needs. If you have any booking inquiries or interested in making a reservation for 12 or more people- please call the restaurant directly at 619. 738. 7011
  • Private party contact
    Devyn Bleakley: (619) 738-7011
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