Tom Ham's Lighthouse Happy Hour Times & Specials

Happy hour at Tom Ham’s Lighthouse feels like a masterclass in coastal dining. Perched at the tip of Harbor Island with its historic beacon still standing, the restaurant frames sweeping views of the bay, sailboats drifting across the water, and the downtown skyline glowing at sunset. The setting alone feels cinematic, but paired with attentive service and a timeless nautical elegance, it becomes quintessential San Diego. The menu celebrates the sea with refined restraint. Oysters on the half shell are a standout: briny, bright, and priced at $1.50 each during happy hour, they’re a ritual for regulars. The house ceviche, laced with avocado, lime, and cilantro, is vibrant and fresh, while the calamari arrives golden, crisp, and lifted by a honey-lime chili sauce. Small plates like roasted cauliflower with cotija and citrus cream, or mussels deglazed in stout with chorizo, carry a balance of richness and nuance. Cocktails mirror the view: breezy yet intentional. Classics like the Lighthouse Mule or Aperol Spritz sip effortlessly, while the bold Bali Hai Mai Tai commands respect. What makes this happy hour remarkable is its sense of place. Few venues offer such a graceful intersection of history, harbor, and hospitality. Here, golden hour stretches long past six, in spirit if not in schedule.