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Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego, San Diego, CA

Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

4.6
4.6
1794 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
435 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Good for groups
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 17:00–21:00 Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,794 people are saying

Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Seafood

  • San Diego

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego offers an "amazing experience" with "fantastic" service and "incredible" food. The ambiance is "wonderful," perfect for seafood lovers. Highlights include the "best sushi and steak," creative and delicious dishes like Peking Duck and sushi rolls, and a "memorable" happy hour. Despite occasional noise, it remains a top choice for fine dining in San Diego.
1,794 Reviews
  1. Graham

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent quality. The flavour and quality of the Salmon was fantastic. Whilst a little over priced and limited choice for gluten free we enjoyed our meal. Dessert for my wife who is celiac was sorbet only so we declined.

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  2. Jeffrey

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and Kelly our server was informative and delightful. Would highly recommend this restaurant for a date night.

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  3. Jamie

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first experience was a great one, Juan was an amazingly attentive server despite being busy with many tables. Our food came out quickly and every dish was unique with great flavors. We enjoyed the entire experience! We will be back again because of that.

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  4. Miroslaw

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved this place! The happy hour was fantastic and then we stayed for dinner as well. All the seafood was fresh and the service was even better. Will be back.
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded on 12 April 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience with us here at Lionfish, from happy hour to dinner. Fresh seafood and excellent service are what we strive for, and knowing you enjoyed both truly means the world to us. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon! 🍽️

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  5. Jessica

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 11 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious meal!! Loved the lamb lollipops. Meaty and cooked to perfection with a tasty cilantro sauce. The grilled octopus was also on point with light fluffy potatoes to accompany it.
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded on 12 April 2025
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the lamb lollipops and grilled octopus—those are some of our favorites too! Knowing that everything was cooked to perfection and paired with flavors you loved truly makes our day. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back for another delicious meal soon! 🍽️

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  6. Holly

    Baltimore3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fairly loud during our visit, but the food was creative and delicious. Worth the boisterous atmosphere to enjoy some excellent seafood.
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded on 10 April 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Holly! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our creative and delicious food and the lively atmosphere at Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego. We strive to provide a unique and enjoyable dining experience for all our guests. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  7. Jay

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience just a little loud but service and food is top tier
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded on 8 April 2025
    Hi Jay, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego. It's wonderful to know that you found our food and service top-tier. We always aim to provide an exceptional dining experience, and we're glad to know we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  8. JESSICA VIP

    San Francisco41 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Tried the new happy hour menu + plus sake Thursday rolls. Always great service!
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded on 12 April 2025
    Hello Jessica, Thank you for your wonderful review and for giving us a perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our happy hour menu and the Thursday rolls. Our team always strives to provide great service and we're glad that we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon at Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego. Best regards, The Management Team

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  9. Lawrence

    San Francisco7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 31 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very quiet until the Padres game ended...got busier but still quiet. Food very good. A bit pricey however..but we'd go back on another visit. Loved the layout and interior.
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded on 3 April 2025
    Hello Lawrence, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our layout to your liking. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit. Best regards, Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego Management Team

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  10. Alex

    Orange County1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was very delicious. But the service was lacking. She forgot about us for like 35 mins
    Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoResponded on 3 April 2025
    Thanks for the review, Alex. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food at Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego. However, we're sorry to hear about the service you received. We understand how frustrating it can be when someone forgets about you, and we apologize for the oversight. We assure you that we're taking your feedback seriously and will work on improving our service. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Best regards, The Management Team

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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 1794 OpenTable diners.

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

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  5. Downtown / Gaslamp

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
Google Map for Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

435 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    J Street
  • Area
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 17:00–21:00 Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • 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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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