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The Whaling Bar

Name: The Whaling Bar
Address: 1132 Prospect St, San Diego, CA, United States, 92037-4533
Telephone: (858) 551-3758
Price range: De 31 $ à 50 $
Rating: 4.5

De 31 $ à 50 $

Californienne

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2 personnes

30 nov. 2024

19 h 00

Réservée 18 fois aujourd'hui

Charmant
Idéal pour les cocktails créatifs
Romantique

Rediscover The Whaling Bar in La Jolla, blending historic charm and modern luxury. Once beloved in the La Valencia hotel, it's back after ten years, mixing its rich legacy with today's elegance. Known for its cozy atmosphere and top-notch service, it's been updated for contemporary tastes without losing its heritage essence. Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski, with a background in America's top kitchens and Iron Chef America, leads the culinary journey, offering a menu that combines classic and innovative approaches. The Whaling Bar invites both old fans and new to enjoy luxury and become part of La Jolla's ongoing story.

Pourquoi ce sont des Perles rares

Chef de cuisine : Brian Redzikowski

De la part des éditeur·rice·s d'OpenTable: La Valencia Hotel’s iconic cocktail lounge is back and better than ever, thanks to a reboot from San Diego's prolific SDCM Restaurant Group. With emerald-green banquettes, arched windows, and brass pendant lighting, the intimate space’s decor is a nod to the bar’s midcentury heyday. Led by executive chef Brian Redzikowski, the menu is equally glamorous—think lobster rolls and braised short rib baos, plus the restaurant’s original signature cocktail, the Whaler, a twist on Irish coffee.

Informations supplémentaires

Style de restauration
Élégant mais décontracté
Prix
De 31 $ à 50 $
Cuisines
Californienne, Européen Contemporain, Méditerranéene
Heures d'ouverture
Martini Hour Quotidien 16H00–17H00 Souper Quotidien 17H00–22H00 Bar jeu.–sam. 22H00–00H00
Numéro de téléphone
(858) 551-3758
Site Internet
https://www.lavalencia.com/dining/the-whaling-bar
Options de paiement
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Tenue de VIlle

Lieux
1132 Prospect St, San Diego, CA 92037-4533
Quartier
La Jolla
Parking details
Voiturier/Valet
Renseignements supplémentaires:
5à7, Accès chaise roulante, Apéritif et coquetel, Bar complet, Bar/Lounge, Bière, Bienvenue aux chiens, Non-fumeur, Terrasse/Manger à l'extérieur, Vin

L'opinion de 64 personnes

Évaluation globale (notes et commentaires)

Seul·e·s les client·e·s qui ont déjà visité ce restaurant peuvent soumettre des commentaires avec des notes

4.5

4,5 selon des cotes récentes

4,4Nourriture
4,5Service
4,5Ambiance
4Valeur

Bruit • Moyen

64 commentaires

C
Carole
San Diego
26 commentaires
VIP
5.0
26 commentaires
Y est allé il y a 6 jours
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 4
We enjoyed a tasty celery salad and duck meatball with polenta at happy hour prices during this visit. There is a good selection of wine and other drinks. The Hamburger ice cream cake for dessert really looks like a hamburger! The staff were friendly and efficient. We had an enjoyable dining experience.
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C
Cynthia
San Francisco
49 commentaires
VIP
5.0
49 commentaires
Y est allé le 22 novembre 2024
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Beautiful decor. Great vibes! Fun and interesting menu. Would definitely recommend the caesar salad with twinkies, the chicken, and caponata polenta. Plus don't skip the budino.
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Hamilton
San Diego
11 commentaires
VIP
5.0
11 commentaires
Y est allé le 22 novembre 2024
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambiance 4
Man, I noticed a few bad reviews for this place but we totally disagree. This is a cool, smaller restaurant attached to the Hotel Valencia. It has a nice u-shaped bar with what seemed to be mostly locals hanging out talking with the staff. Upscale vibe but not "stuffy" La Jolla vibe. The cocktails were amazing and fairly creative. We also thought the food was excellent, contrary to what a few other folks have said. The braised short rib Mao, crispy pumpkin squash, and twinkie ceaser were the standouts. Only minor downsides were that you can smell the seals a little bit and it was a bit chilly inside, as the door was kept open. Overall we really enjoyed our experience.
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Kathy
San Diego
13 commentaires
VIP
2.0
13 commentaires
Y est allé le 17 novembre 2024
1. Cote globale 2
2. Nourriture 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambiance 3
Very disappointed. Met friends there but too noisy for conversation. Very small portions. Drinks and food very overpriced. Hostess and server nice, but will not return.
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Stacey
Comté d’Orange
3 commentaires
5.0
3 commentaires
Y est allé le 16 novembre 2024
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
unique experience, good food, great service, def coming back
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Dana
San Diego
11 commentaires
5.0
11 commentaires
Y est allé le 10 novembre 2024
1. Cote globale 5
2. Nourriture 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 5
Excellent service. Loved everything we ordered. Small, cool vibe inside. Patio would be great people watching in La Jolla.
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David
San Diego
159 commentaires
VIP
3.0
159 commentaires
Y est allé le 4 novembre 2024
1. Cote globale 3
2. Nourriture 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambiance 3
The Whaling Bar is an excellent place to drink, not dinner. I didn't know that when I met a friend for dinner. I had been to the old Whaling Bar, which served excellent food. The menu is restricted, and the food is expensive. We had an excellent server who helped us determine a good meal. The bar was noisy.
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Sarah
San Diego
2 commentaires
VIP
2.0
2 commentaires
Y est allé le 27 octobre 2024
1. Cote globale 2
2. Nourriture 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambiance 2
Our waiter was not pleasant. George. The ambiance is half Marriott bar and 1/2 trying to bring back the old whaling bar. The lighting is too bright. The ambiance is missing the mark.
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james
San Diego
27 commentaires
3.0
27 commentaires
Y est allé le 27 octobre 2024
1. Cote globale 3
2. Nourriture 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambiance 3
Some of the tables for two inside aren't great - across from the service station - so very loud. The ricotta cheese spread was bland/uninspired. My date said her espresso martini was overly sweet, though my cocktail was perfect. Our server was nice enough but not very attentive. It was kind of an average experience and not worth the prices.
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Laura
New York City
2 commentaires
3.0
2 commentaires
Y est allé le 20 octobre 2024
1. Cote globale 3
2. Nourriture 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambiance 3
Service was not warm and welcoming. Food was good. We sat outside, inside is very noisy.
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Le restaurant The Whaling Bar a été coté 4,5 étoiles par 64 clients d'OpenTable.

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2 personnes

30 nov. 2024

19 h 00

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1132 Prospect St, San Diego, CA 92037-4533

Informations supplémentaires

Quartier
La Jolla
Heures d'ouverture
Martini Hour Quotidien 16H00–17H00 Souper Quotidien 17H00–22H00 Bar jeu.–sam. 22H00–00H00
Prix
De 31 $ à 50 $
Cuisines
Californienne, Européen Contemporain, Méditerranéene
Style de restauration
Élégant mais décontracté
Dress code
Tenue de VIlle
Parking details
Voiturier/Valet
Options de paiement
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Renseignements supplémentaires:
5à7, Accès chaise roulante, Apéritif et coquetel, Bar complet, Bar/Lounge, Bière, Bienvenue aux chiens, Non-fumeur, Terrasse/Manger à l'extérieur, Vin

Site Internet
https://www.lavalencia.com/dining/the-whaling-bar
Numéro de téléphone
(858) 551-3758

The Whaling Bar

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L'opinion de 64 personnes

Évaluation globale (notes et commentaires)

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