Emblema

The Whaling Bar

Entre 31 y 50 $

Californiana

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2 personas

25 nov 2024

19:00

Reservado 13 veces hoy

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Ideal para cócteles creativos
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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.

Por qué son un Emblema

Chef ejecutivo Brian Redzikowski

Del equipo editorial de 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.

Información adicional

Ambiente
Casual elegante
Precio
Entre 31 y 50 $
Cocinas
Californiana, Europea contemporánea, Mediterránea
Horarios
Martini Hour Diario 16:00–17:00 Cena Diario 17:00–22:00 Bar ju.–sá. 22:00–00:00
Número de teléfono
(858) 551-3758
Página web
https://www.lavalencia.com/dining/the-whaling-bar
Opciones de pago
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Informal y elegante

Ubicación
1132 Prospect St, San Diego, CA 92037-4533
Zona
La Jolla
Parking details
Servicio de estacionamiento
Adicional
Acceso para silla ruedas, Admite la entrada de perros, Bar / Sala pública, Bar completo, Cervezas, Cócteles, Comida al aire libre, Hora feliz, Para no fumadores, Vinos

Lo que opinan 64 comensales

Valoraciones y opiniones generales

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4.5

4,5 según las valoraciones recientes

4,4Comida
4,5Servicio
4,5Ambiente
4Calidad/precio

Ruido • Moderado

64 opiniones

J
Jorge
San Diego
20 opiniones
VIP
5.0
20 opiniones
Fecha de la visita: 15 de septiembre de 2024
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
La comida es espectacular, el servicio de José es buenísimo siempre muy atento a mis correos electrónicos respecto a mi reservación. El ambiente del lugar también es muy bueno , definitivamente uno de mis lugares favoritos en La Jolla.
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Carole
San Diego
26 opiniones
VIP
5.0
26 opiniones
Comieron hace 1 día
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 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
San Francisco
49 opiniones
VIP
5.0
49 opiniones
Comieron hace 3 días
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 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 opiniones
VIP
5.0
11 opiniones
Comieron hace 3 días
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 4
4. Ambiente 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 opiniones
VIP
2.0
13 opiniones
Fecha de la visita: 17 de noviembre de 2024
1. Global 2
2. Comida 1
3. Servicio 4
4. Ambiente 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
Condado de Orange
3 opiniones
5.0
3 opiniones
Fecha de la visita: 16 de noviembre de 2024
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
unique experience, good food, great service, def coming back
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Dana
San Diego
11 opiniones
5.0
11 opiniones
Fecha de la visita: 10 de noviembre de 2024
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 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 opiniones
VIP
3.0
159 opiniones
Fecha de la visita: 4 de noviembre de 2024
1. Global 3
2. Comida 3
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 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 opiniones
VIP
2.0
2 opiniones
Fecha de la visita: 27 de octubre de 2024
1. Global 2
2. Comida 3
3. Servicio 1
4. Ambiente 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 opiniones
3.0
27 opiniones
Fecha de la visita: 27 de octubre de 2024
1. Global 3
2. Comida 2
3. Servicio 2
4. Ambiente 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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The Whaling Bar tiene una valoración de 4,5 estrellas de 64 cliente(s) de OpenTable.

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2 personas

25 nov 2024

19:00

Reservado 13 veces hoy

1132 Prospect St, San Diego, CA 92037-4533

Información adicional

Zona
La Jolla
Horarios
Martini Hour Diario 16:00–17:00 Cena Diario 17:00–22:00 Bar ju.–sá. 22:00–00:00
Precio
Entre 31 y 50 $
Cocinas
Californiana, Europea contemporánea, Mediterránea
Ambiente
Casual elegante
Dress code
Informal y elegante
Parking details
Servicio de estacionamiento
Opciones de pago
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Adicional
Acceso para silla ruedas, Admite la entrada de perros, Bar / Sala pública, Bar completo, Cervezas, Cócteles, Comida al aire libre, Hora feliz, Para no fumadores, Vinos

Página web
https://www.lavalencia.com/dining/the-whaling-bar
Número de teléfono
(858) 551-3758

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