Tom Ham's Lighthouse – Seafood
Perched on the water's edge, this iconic maritime destination invites diners to soak in sweeping harbor views while the salty breeze complements a sprawling raw bar of briny, shucked-to-order oysters. Vibrant towers of chilled shellfish and zesty shrimp ceviche lead a menu that celebrates the bounty of the sea, offering a refined coastal escape where the rhythmic pulse of the bay meets timeless seafaring elegance. Whether sharing crispy calamari or savory tenderloin tips, guests are immersed in a sophisticated atmosphere that captures the very essence of waterfront dining.
Tom Ham's Lighthouse, Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, San Diego County, California, CA 92147, United States https://www.tomhamslighthouse.com/0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Dairy-Free at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Tom Ham's Lighthouse in San Diego has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pacific Plump Oyster, Shellfish Platter #1 and Baract Oyster. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Tom Ham's Lighthouse in San Diego has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pacific Plump Oyster, Shellfish Platter #1 and Baract Oyster. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Tom Ham's Lighthouse in San Diego has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pacific Plump Oyster, Herb Gnocchi & Cheese and Creamy Tuscan Salmon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Tom Ham's Lighthouse in San Diego has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shellfish Platter #1 and Shrimp Cocktail. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Tom Ham's Lighthouse in San Diego has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Shellfish Platter #1. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Tom Ham's Lighthouse in San Diego has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Shellfish Platter #1. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Tom Ham's Lighthouse in San Diego has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Shellfish Platter #1. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Tom Ham's Lighthouse in San Diego has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including World Famous Bali Hai Mai Tai, Hess Persson Estates Chardonnay and Lighthouse Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Bouillabaisse | 87.5 g | 72.8 g |
| Shellfish Platter #1 | 6.7 g | 59.5 g |
| Loaded Hummus | 82.3 g | 39.6 g |
| Tenderloin Tips | 15 g | 27.7 g |
| Roasted Beets | 30.1 g | 23.4 g |
| Shrimp Cocktail | 11 g | 21 g |
| Crispy Whole Roasted Fish | 79.8 g | 14.5 g |
| Calamari | 2.3 g | 14.2 g |
| World Famous Bali Hai Mai Tai | 56.1 g | 8.3 g |
| Pan Seared Scallops | 39.4 g | 6.6 g |
| Hibiscus Mule | 47.9 g | 6.1 g |
| Creamy Tuscan Salmon | 0.5 g | 5.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Raw Bar
- Baract Oyster - $2.75: Chesapeake Bay, Virginia - Medium - Salty, mildly briny with a clean, crisp finish Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Minter Sweet Oyster - $3.25: Central Puget Sound, Washington - Medium to Large - Full meaty bite, sweet brininess, lingering mineral finish Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pacific Plump Oyster - $3.25: Puget Sound, Washington - Medium - Sweet and Salty with a cucumber-melon finish Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Phantom Creek Oyster - $3.25: Cortes Island, BC - Small to Medium - Petite plump meat, mild flavor, clean finish Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Shrimp Ceviche - $16: Avocado, Lime, Cilantro, Corn Tortilla Chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $23: 5 Jumbo Tiger Shrimp served with cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shellfish Platter #1 - $55: 4 Oysters, 2 Clams, 2 Bay Scallops, 6 Jumbo Shrimp, 6 P.E.I. Mussels Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Calamari - $14: Honey Lime Chili Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Hummus - $18: Creamy hummus, roasted red bell pepper, kalamata olive, cherry tomato, feta, California Olive Oil, Chervil, House Made Pita Bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tenderloin Tips - $18: Creamy Fontina Polenta, Frisee, Celery Heart, Bacon, Veal Demi Glaze Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb Gnocchi & Cheese - $14: Cheesy Mornay Sauce, Fresno Chilies, Frisee Salad, Toasted Bread Crumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Lighthouse Greens - $12: Shaved Vegetables, Seasonal Fruit, Isabella Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Caesar Salad - $14: Spanish Anchovies, House Croutons, Pecorino Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Beets - $16: Burrata, Dates, Arugula, Pistachio, Pedro Ximénez Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Creamy Tuscan Salmon - $38: Seared Verlasso Salmon, Artichokes, Baby Spinach, Sundried Tomatoes, Capers, Parmesan, Orecchiette Pasta Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Seared Scallops - $40: Guajillo Grits, Andouille Sausage, Melted Leeks, Crispy Artichokes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bouillabaisse - $40: Maine Lobster, Scallop, Fish, Clams, Mussels, Romesco Baguette, Saffron Broth Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- 12oz Prime New York Steak - $54: Certified Angus New York Strip, Crispy Potatoes, Chimichurri Aioli, Cowboy Butter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Whole Roasted Fish: Plugra buttered rice, Zucchini, Squash, Roasted Tomatoes, Arugula Pesto, Saffron Aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- World Famous Bali Hai Mai Tai - $14: Cruzan Aged Light Rum, Coruba Jamaican Dark Rum, Trader Vic's Orgeat Syrup, Triple Sec, Sweet & Sour Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Hibiscus Mule - $14: Cutwater Spirits Hibiscus Fugu Vodka, grapefruit bitters, lime & ginger beer
- Hess Persson Estates Chardonnay - $9: Monterey County Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Justin Cabernet Sauvignon - $15: Alexander Valley
Frequently Asked Questions about Tom Ham's Lighthouse
- Is Tom Ham's Lighthouse dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Tom Ham's Lighthouse has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pacific Plump Oyster, Shellfish Platter #1 and Baract Oyster.
- What can I eat at Tom Ham's Lighthouse on a dairy-free diet?
- Pacific Plump Oyster, Shellfish Platter #1 and Baract Oyster carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Tom Ham's Lighthouse have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including World Famous Bali Hai Mai Tai and Hess Persson Estates Chardonnay.
- Is Tom Ham's Lighthouse gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Tom Ham's Lighthouse?
- Bouillabaisse, at roughly 72.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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