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Whaling Bar & Grill


3.5 of 5 stars 17 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, French, Californian
  • 1132 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037-4533
  • (858) 454-0771
  • Price range: £26-50 ($41-$80)

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2 of 5 stars
Atlanta
20 Sep 2009

We were staying in the hotel where this restaurant is located. We were planning on having dinner in this restaurant at least once during our stay. We left before ordering because; 1) pricing was way overpriced and the menu didn't look very interesting. mmm, why is liver and onions on the menu and why is that nearly 40 bucks? 2)... more

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4 of 5 stars
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4 Feb 2008
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I went here for restaurant week. The salad and dessert were amazing, but I was a bit disappointed with the scallops - they were paired with a squash and quinoa dish that was too heavy for seafood. Someone at my table had the filet mignon and that was really nicely prepared. I was very happy with the service. more

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3 of 5 stars
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1 Feb 2008

I love to go here to meet my parents for the 3 salad and glass of white wine. We go here when my dad swims the La Jolla Rough Water Swim. more

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1 of 5 stars
La Jolla
21 Dec 2007

My wife and I waited half an hour for our order to be taken and then waited over an hour and a half. Nothing. Finally, we left because we had to be somewhere else. Judging from the other people around us, it may have taken at least another half hour for the food to arrive. I should add that the... more

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4 of 5 stars
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19 Dec 2007

old staple of La Jolla living - stop in for a Stoli rocks, lemon twist in a bucket glass more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
13 Dec 2007

Where I drink a whole lotta cosmos. Great bar and service. Locals, very little scene. more

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5 of 5 stars
The OC
16 Nov 2007

The Whaling Bar is a great little spot in the La Valencia with excellent service. The last time we were there, we came just for dessert: a delicious Bananas Foster prepared tableside -- one of the few places we've found that will still light them on fire right in front of you. Topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream... more

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5 of 5 stars
Santa Monica, California
5 Nov 2007

Some friends were in La Jolla on a business retreat, so we drove down from LA to spend the afternoon with them. After walking around the town for a while, we decided to go for a drink. First we went to George's, the tables were all empty since it was three in the afternoon, yet we were turned away since... more

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5 of 5 stars
Mount Vernon, Indiana
27 Sep 2006
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people found this review helpful

My wife and I had lunch at the La Valencia Whaling Bar the first day we arrirved in La Jolla. Our room wasn't ready so we made our way downtown to find a place to eat lunch. Finally found a parking place and started walking. Looked at a couple of menues and in some doors. The Whaling Bar menu looked... more

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5 of 5 stars
Ohio
30 Mar 2005

Black Angus burger and fruit with margaritta. Enjoy the atomsphere and service at the best bar in town. more

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Whaling Bar & Grill Address

1132 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037-4533
Tel: (858) 454-0771
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.