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Step straight from the sand to Shores Restaurant for various fresh seafood and a sustainable, California coastal-inspired menu that will satiate your palate. Enjoy panoramic views of La Jolla Shores and the Pacific Ocean as your backdrop.
- Breakfast
- Weekend Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- La Playa
Breakfast
Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Libations
Signature Bloody Mary
Absolut Peppar vodka, shores bloody mary mix
Shores Surfrider
rum, coconut, strawberry, hibiscus, lemonade
Michelada
Modelo, shores bloody mary mix, lime juice
Beverages
Fruit Juices
orange, grapefruit, pineapple, apple
Cappuccino/Latte/Americano
regular or decaf
Assorted Teas
Fonte Drip Coffee
regular or decaf
Espresso
Pantry
Pastries
Butter Croissant, Blueberry Muffin, Cranberry Orange Muffin, Apple Muffin, Danish Cherry, Banana Turnover, Pecan Bread
Classic Buttermilk Pancakes
maple syrup, butter
Seasonal Fruit Parfait
granola, coconut, flax seed, greek yogurt
Smoked Salmon
pickled onions, tomato, capers, dill, cream cheese, bagel
Hot Breakfast
Two Eggs Any Style
bacon, ham or sausage, hashbrowns, choice of toast, butter, Jackies jam
Farmstead Omelet
ham, tomato, spinach, mushroom, cheddar, hashbrowns, choice of toast, butter, Jackies jam
Baja Breakfast Burrito
scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, salsa fresca, mexican cheeses, black beans, guacamole, tomatillo salsa, served with a side of fruit
Sides
bacon, maple pork sausage, ham, hash browns, bagel with cream cheese, toast with Jackie’s jam, fresh fruit bowl, sliced banana, greek yogurt, cottage cheese
Hot Breakfast Buffet
house baked goods, seasonal fresh fruit over, night oats, yogurt & toppings bar, scrambled eggs, hot griddle specialties, includes drip coffee
Huevos Rancheros
two eggs, corn tortillas, beans, rice, queso, ranchero sauce
Scrambled Egg Chilaquiles
tortilla chips, chorizo, avocado, tomatillo, queso fresco
Weekend Brunch
Saturdays & Sundays 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
To Share
Loaded Asada Fries
carne asada, mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, garlic ancho aioli, crema, jalapeños, green onions
Ceviche Mixto (GF)
shrimp, fish, cilantro, lime, cucumber, avocado, jalapeño aioli, serrano chile
Chips and Guacamole (GF,V)
avocados, cilantro, lime, jalapeño, red onions
Breakfast
Continental Buffet
house baked goods, seasonal fresh fruit, overnight oats, yogurt & topping bar
+12 with an entreee
Lobster Benedict
open face croissant, chipotle hollandaise
Two Eggs Any Style
bacon, ham, or sausage | served with hash browns
choice of toast with butter Jackie’s jams
Steak and Eggs (GF)
hanger steak, eggs of any style, seasonal vegetables, rosemary potatoes
Avocado Toast (V)
roasted garlic, mashed avocado, arugula, queso fresco, jalapeno lime & cherry tomato ciabattabread
add-on: smoked salmon
Bananas Foster French Toast (V)
vanilla dipped challah bread, pirate rum, maple syrup
Crab & Avocado Omelet (GF)
alfalfa sprouts, jack cheese, hollandaise
Scrambled Egg Chilaquiles (GF)
tortilla chips, chorizo, avocado, tomatillo, queso fresco
Pastries
Butter Croissant, Blueberry Muffin, Cranberry Orange Muffin, Apple Muffin, Danish Cherry, Banana Turnover, Pecan Bread
Lunch
Shores Beach Burger
double patties, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, shores burger sauce, fries
+2 bacon
+3 fried egg
Grilled Fish Tacos
grilled seabass, mango habanero relish, cilantro rice
avocado crema, pickled onion, black beans, corn tortillas
flour tortillas +3
Triple Decker Club
roasted turkey, avocado, bacon, provolone, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, whole wheat bread, fries
Shores Burrito
cilantro rice, fries, guacamole, mexican cheese, salsa fresca, chipotle aioli
choice of: shrimp, steak, roasted vegetables
Baja Bowls
cilantro lime rice, black beans, guacamole, pickled onions, cotija cheese, lime, salsa fresca, roasted vegetables
choice of: chicken, shrimp, steak
Salads & Bowls
Chipotle Caesar Salad (v)
romano cheese, sundried tomato,garlic chips, lemon preserve, parmesan garliccroutons, anchovies,chipotle caesar dressing
add-ons: chicken, shrimp, steak
Soup Del Dia
seasonal chef’s choice
Shores Chopped Salad
roasted corn relish, salsa fresca, cotija cheese, black beans, corn tostada, coriander dressing
add-ons: chicken, shrimp, steak
Kids Favorites
Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Cheese Burger
seasonal chef’s choice
Cheese Pizza
seasonal chef’s choice
Chicken Tenders
Mac & Cheese
Desserts
Coconut Flan (gf)
Churros & Ice Cream
Sorbet Trio
Mud Pie
Lunch
Monday – Sunday, 11:00 a.m.to 4:00p.m.
To-go orders may be placed by calling 858.456.0600.
Snacks & Ceviche
Loaded Asada Fries
carne asada,mexican cheeses, salsa fresca,garlic ancho aioli, crema, jalapeños, green onions
Chips and Guacamole (gf,v)
avocados, cilantro, lime, jalapeño, red onions
Campechana
citrus cured shrimp, local white fish, cucumber, avocado, jalapeño aioli
serrano peppers, saltine crackers
Quesadilla
mexican cheeses, guacamole, ancho aioli, salsa macha
add-ons:steak, shrimp, chicken, or vegetables
Ceviche Mixto (gf)
citrus cured shrimp, local white fish, cucumber, avocado, jalapeño aioli,serrano peppers, tostadas
Salads & Bowls
Baja Bowls
cilantro lime rice, black beans,guacamole, pickled onions,cotija cheese,limel roasted vegetables, salsa fresca
add-ons: grilled chicken,chile-lime shrimp,carne asada,roasted vegetables
Chipotle Caesar Salad (v)
romano cheese, sundried tomatoes, garlic chips, lemon preserve, croutons, anchovies, chipotle caesar dressing
add-ons: chicken,shrimp,steak
Shores Chopped Salad (gf,v)
avocado, roasted corn, black beans, cotija cheese, pickled onions, tortilla crisps, cilantro vinaigrette
add-ons: chicken,shrimp,steak
Soup Del Dia
chef seasonal choice
Tacos, Burritos, Burgers & Sandwiches
Poblano Chicken Sandwich
crispy chicken thigh, creamy poblano, coleslaw, pickled jalapeño aioli, brioche
salad or fries
+2 bacon +3 egg
Triple Decker Club
roasted turkey, avocado, bacon, provolone, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, whole wheat bread, salad or fries
Grilled Fish Tacos
grilled seabass, mango habanero relish, cilantro rice
avocado crema, pickled onion, black beans, corn tortillas
flour tortillas +3
Shores Beach Burger
double patties, american cheese, lettuce,tomato,shores burger sauce, fries
+2 bacon, +3 egg
Asada Tacos
cumin marinated skirt steak, corn tortillas, onions, cilantro rice, tomatillo avocado sauce, roasted salsa, black beans
Shores Burrito
salsa fresca, fries,mexican cheeses,chipotle aioli,guacamole
choice of: roasted vegetables, shrimp, steak
Kids’ Favorites
Cheese Burger
Mac & Cheese
Chicken Tenders
Cheese Pizza
Desserts
Coconut Flan (gf)
Churros and Ice Cream
Sorbet Trio
Mud Pie
Dinner
Monday-Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (last food order 9:00 p.m.)
Friday-Sunday, 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (last food order 9:30 p.m.)
To Share
Chips and Guacamole (gf)
avocados, cilantro, lime, jalapeño, red onions
Ceviche Mixto Tostada (gf)
citrus cured shrimp, local white fish, cilantro, lime,cucumber, avocado, jalapeño aioli,serrano peppers, tostadas
Campechana
citrus cured shrimp, local white fish, cilantro, lime,cucumber, avocado, jalapeño aioli,serrano peppers, saltines
Carlsbad Black Mussels
ancho chiles, chorizo,roasted garlic,anejo tequila,lime,ciabatta
Ahi Tuna Crudo
marinated ahi tuna, avocado, serrano vinaigrette, salsa macha, cilantro, tostadas
Grilled Octopus
Spanish octopus, applewood smoked bacon & onion jam, marble potatoes, jalapeño aioli
Salads & Bowls
Shores Chopped Salad (gf)
avocado, roasted corn, black beans, cotija cheese, pickled onions, tortilla crisps
cilantro vinaigrette
add-ons: chicken,shrimp,steak
Soup Del Dia
chef seasonal choice
Chipotle Caesar Salad
romano cheese, sundried tomatoes, garlic chips, lemon preserve, parmesan garliccroutons, anchovies, chipotle caesar dressing
add-ons: chicken,shrimp,steak
Signature Dishes
Baja Cioppino
local sustainable seafood, garlic crostini,ancho tequila broth
Birria Short Ribs (gf)
8oz braised short rib, cilantro mashed potatoes, roasted sunburst squash, birria broth
Pan-Roasted Salmon (gf)
crispy skin on salmon, creamy polenta, corn succotash, cherry tomato, spinach, ranchero tomato sauce
Shores Burger
double patties, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, shores burger sauce, salad or fries
add on:+2 bacon, +3 egg
Chili Rubbed Ribeye
14 oz rib eye, herb crusted marble potatoes, morita honey carrots, roasted garlic butter
Fish Trio (gf)
grilled market fish, blackened ahi tuna, pan-seared mahi mahi, cilantro potato mash, mango habanero chutney, roasted cauliflower, blistered tomatoes beurre blanc
Mary’s Half Chicken
dry pepper rub, corn puree, baby spinach, baby zucchini, cotija, lime
Grilled Fish Tacos
grilled seabass, mango habanero relish, avocado crema, pickled onion, black beans, cilantro rice, corn tortillas, +3 flour tortillas
Kids’ Favorites
Cheese Burger
Mac & Cheese
Chicken Tenders
Cheese Pizza
Desserts
Coconut Flan
Churros & Ice Cream
Sorbet Trio
Mud Pie
La Playa Menu
Saturday – Sunday, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Pool menu
Monday – Sunday, 11:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Late lunch menu between brunch and dinner
To Share
Chips and Guacamole (gf)
avocados, cilantro, lime, jalapeño, red onions
Ceviche Mixto Tostada (gf)
citrus cured shrimp, local white fish, cilantro, lime,cucumber, avocado, jalapeño aioli,serrano peppers, tostada chips
Seasonal Fruit
seasonal fruit, tajin
Salads
Shores Chopped Salad (gf)
avocado, roasted corn, black beans, cotija cheese, pickled onions, tortilla crisps
cilantro vinaigrette
add-ons: chicken,shrimp,steak
Chipotle Caesar Salad
romano cheese, sundried tomatoes, garlic chips, lemon preserve, parmesan garliccroutons, anchovies, chipotle caesar dressing
add-ons: chicken,shrimp,steak
Signature Dishes
Grilled Fish Tacos
grilled seabass, mango habanero relish, avocado crema, pickled onion, black beans, cilantro rice, corn tortillas, +3 flour tortillas
Shores Burger
double patties, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, shores burger sauce, salad or fries
add on:+2 bacon, +3 egg
Triple Decker Club
roasted turkey, avocado, bacon, provolone, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, whole wheat bread, salad or fries
Quesadilla
mexican cheeses, guacamole, ancho aoili, salsa macha
Shores Burrito
salsa fresca, fries, mexican cheese, chipotle aioli, guacamole
choice of: roasted vegetables, steak, shrimp
Baja Bowls
cilantro lime rice, black beans,guacamole, pickled onions,cotija cheese,limel roasted vegetables, salsa fresca
add-ons: grilled chicken,chile-lime shrimp,carne asada,roasted vegetables
Kids’ Favorites
Cheese Burger
Mac & Cheese
Chicken Tenders
Cheese Pizza
Desserts
Coconut Flan
Churros & Ice Cream
Sorbet Trio
Mud Pie
Bar & co*cktail
Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Friday – Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Summer co*cktails
Coastal Cooler
rigby vodka, cucumber, lime, mint, soda
Tiki Tiki
spiced rum, amaretto, pineapple, cranberry
Queens Tide
Tangueray gin, lemon, hibiscus, mint
New Fashion
sage-infused bourbon, banana liqueur, orange, angostura bitters
Burning Passion Margarita
La luna mezcal, lime, passionfruit, hibiscus
Under the Sea Margarita
blanco tequila, mezcal, hibiscus, lime
Caddy Ranch Water Margarita
Casamigos blanco, grand marnier, lime, topo chico
La Jolla Lemonade
Tanqueray gin, limoncello, lemon, mint, basil
Shores Surfrider
Cortez rum, coconut, strawberry, hibiscus, lemonade
Smokin Sunset
La Luna mezcal, lime, passionfruit, cherry
Amoroso
Mijenta tequila, benedictine, passionfruit, lime, cinnamon
Shores Margarita
+1 strawberry, passionfruit, mango, prickly pear, spicy, frozen
Blazin Beach Breeze Margarita
Cazadores reposado, jalapeno, prickly pear, lime, agave
Non Alcoholic
Freshly Brewed Coffee or Tea
Acqua Panna
Topo Chico
Sodas
Lemonade
regular or strawberry
San Pellegrino
Bottled Alkaline Water
Wine Selection
Bubbles GL / BTL
NV Prosecco, Caposaldo
NV Sparkling Rosé, Domain Chandon
Whites GL / BTL
Sauvignon Blanc, Daou
Pinot Grigio, Pighin
Chardonnay, Grayson Cellars
Chardonnay, Duckhorn Migration, Sanoma Coast
Rose GL / BTL
Rosé, Bieler Pere & Fils, “Sabine”, Provence, FR
Reds GL / BTL
Pinot Noir, Cambria, Julia’s Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon, Grayson Cellars
Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin Vineyards, Paso Robles
Tempranillo, El Jefe “Grande”, Spain
Beer Selection
Craft Drafts
Level Line, West Coast Pale Ale, Topa Topa
Chasing Citra IPA, Resident Brewing
Orange Avenue Wit, Coronado Brewing
Barrio Lager, Thorn Brewing, Baja Style Lager
Stella Artois, European Pale Lager
Modelo, Grupo Modelo
Rotating Beer Tap, Local Brewery
Bottled Beer
Miller Light, Pilsner, USA
Heineken, Pale Lager, Holland
Bud Light, Lager, USA
Budweiser, Lager, USA
Corona, Lager, Mexico
Amstel Light, Lager, Holland
Guinness, Stout, Ireland
Rotating Local Non-Alcoholic Beer
Happy Hour
Monday through Thursday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Happy Hour Bites and Libations will be available.
(The Happy Hour offerings are not available to-go)
FAQs
Yes, The Shores Restaurant offers a bar ready to serve you from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday through Saturday.
You can unwind on our open-air patio and savor a selection of beachside snacks and rejuvenating drinks.
This delightful experience is offered from 2 to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, our Happy Hour.
Feel free to call us or drop us a line as we’d love to hear from you. Our friendly restaurant staff will help with your dining reservations and answer any questions about our seasonal menus, seating options, and hosting your special event.
Feel free to call us or drop us a line as we’d love to hear from you. Our friendly restaurant staff will help with your dining reservations and answer any questions about our seasonal menus, seating options, and hosting your special event.
