Pareltje

The Whaling Bar

van $31 tot $50

Californisch

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2 personen

22 dec 2024

20:30

Vandaag 21 keer gereserveerd

Charmant
Geweldig voor creatieve cocktails
Bruisend

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.

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Chef-kok: Brian Redzikowski

Van de OpenTable-redactie: 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.

Aanvullende informatie

Stijl
Casual chique
Prijs
van $31 tot $50
Keuken
Californisch, Modern Europees, Mediterraan
Openingstijden
Martini Hour Dagelijks 16:00 uur–17:00 uur Diner Dagelijks 17:00 uur–22:00 uur Bar do–za 22:00 uur–00:00 uur
Telefoonnummer
(858) 551-3758
Website
https://www.lavalencia.com/dining/the-whaling-bar
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart casual

Locatie
1132 Prospect St, San Diego, CA 92037-4533
Wijk
La Jolla
Parking details
Valet
Extra
Bar/Lounge, Bier, Cocktails, Happy hour, Honden welkom, Patio/Buiten eten, Roken verboden, Rolstoeltoegang, Uitgebreide bar, Wijn

Wat 72 mensen zeggen

Reviews van gasten over dit restaurant

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4.5

4,5 gebaseerd op recente scores

4,5Eten
4,5Bediening
4,5Sfeer
4Prijs-kwaliteitverhouding

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72 Reviews

M
Matthew
Atlanta Metro
19 recensies
5.0
19 recensies
Gegeten op 14 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Cocktails well balanced and well-blended. Dishes were creative--an upscale take on pub food.
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K
Kathy
vip
San Diego
17 recensies
5.0
17 recensies
Gegeten op 12 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 4
3. Bediening 2
4. Sfeer 5
The food is always beyond delicious, but the service was absolutely too slow. The bar/restaurant was not busy when we arrived.
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K
Kristin
vip
San Diego
14 recensies
5.0
14 recensies
Gegeten op 9 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
We love Kettner Exchange and The Waverly. When Whaling Bar, which is managed by the same executive chef, opened in LaJolla we couldn’t wait to try it. The food and creative cocktails lived up to our expectations. We especially enjoyed the Urfa chicken, ricotta with focaccia and polenta with eggplant dishes. Overall, great atmosphere for date night on vacation in the LaJolla Cove!
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C
Carl's
vip
San Diego
12 recensies
5.0
12 recensies
Gegeten op 1 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
We were there to quietly celebrate my wife’s birthday and everything was top notch. The food, the service and yes the cocktails. If you are debating? Go.
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D
David
Los Angeles
1 recensie
5.0
1 recensie
Gegeten op 1 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 4
4. Sfeer 5
Classy bar with great tapas. Drinks were very good, but a little on the expensive side.
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C
Carr
vip
San Diego
1 recensie
5.0
1 recensie
Gegeten op 26 november 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
We love this spot for its romantic ambiance and delicious, creative food. All of their bread plates are amazing. The Twinkie Caesar salad is the best thing on the menu. But it’s all delightful, especially the burger dessert. All around a wonderful spot.
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Carole
vip
San Diego
26 recensies
5.0
26 recensies
Gegeten op 24 november 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 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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Cynthia
vip
San Francisco
49 recensies
5.0
49 recensies
Gegeten op 22 november 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 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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H
Hamilton
vip
San Diego
12 recensies
5.0
12 recensies
Gegeten op 22 november 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 4
4. Sfeer 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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K
Kathy
vip
San Diego
13 recensies
2.0
13 recensies
Gegeten op 17 november 2024
1. Algeheel 2
2. Eten 1
3. Bediening 4
4. Sfeer 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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The Whaling Bar heeft 4,5 sterren gekregen van 72 gebruikers van OpenTable.

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Een tafel reserveren

2 personen

22 dec 2024

20:30

Vandaag 21 keer gereserveerd

1132 Prospect St, San Diego, CA 92037-4533

Aanvullende informatie

Wijk
La Jolla
Openingstijden
Martini Hour Dagelijks 16:00 uur–17:00 uur Diner Dagelijks 17:00 uur–22:00 uur Bar do–za 22:00 uur–00:00 uur
Prijs
van $31 tot $50
Keuken
Californisch, Modern Europees, Mediterraan
Stijl
Casual chique
Dress code
Smart casual
Parking details
Valet
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Extra
Bar/Lounge, Bier, Cocktails, Happy hour, Honden welkom, Patio/Buiten eten, Roken verboden, Rolstoeltoegang, Uitgebreide bar, Wijn

Website
https://www.lavalencia.com/dining/the-whaling-bar
Telefoonnummer
(858) 551-3758

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