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Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego, San Diego, CA

Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

4.6
4.6
1726 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
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$170.00 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 1,726 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 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 exceptional dining experience in the heart of the Gaslamp District. Known for its "best sushi," "quality service," and "outstanding happy hour," patrons rave about the "amazing" food and "intimate" ambiance. Enjoy "superb cuisine" and a "friendly, knowledgeable" staff for a memorable visit.

1,726 Reviews
  1. Leslie

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  2. Noemi

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    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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  3. Megan

    San Diego

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a couple of cocktails then for our main dish we had lobster spaghetti and mushroom gnocchi. We also got a side of sweet potatoes. All were great! And great service.

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  4. Joy

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My colleagues and I were in town for a convention and wanted so celebrate a great event. Lionfish was recommended and it did not disappoint. The food was amazing, the servers were polite and answered questions regarding plating and atmosphere was relaxing.

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  5. Karina

    San Diego

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great desserts and Port. A bit loud and hard to hear across the table. But overall lovely place.

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  6. Lauren

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    It was nothing special. I’d rather get sushi somewhere with parking for non-hotel guests. Everything was fine, just not-great and overpriced, but that seems to be more about the location.

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  7. Karen

    Vancouver

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Poor service. Very slow All good was very heavy with sauces. Would not recommend or return. Business client said it was his worst restaurant experience ever.

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  8. john

    New York City

    593 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    593 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice Ambiance and excellent wine and service. Peking Duck appetizer was outstanding and the Sashimi very fresh. Chicken dish for 2 was ok. I would go back and do recommend

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal - probably the best sushi and steak I have had, and the chili potatoes were amazing and crisp!

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  10. Oscar

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and priced perfectly. Every dish was flavorful and well-prepared, offering great value for the quality. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a delicious meal without breaking the bank. A fantastic dining experience overall! Fyi this was happy hour. Also, veterans day. They took care of a veteran this day. Jake from lionfish rivals Jake from state farm.

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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 1726 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 24 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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