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Dine with Ocean Views at The Shores

Step straight from the sands to The Shores Restaurant for a variety of fresh seafood and a sustainable, California coastal-inspired menu that will satiate your palate. Dine just a few steps from the beach and enjoy panoramic views of La Jolla Shores and the Pacific Ocean as your backdrop. Our Chef de Cuisine wow guests with local favorites like our Baja Bowls, Lobster Tacos, Shores Beach Burgers and Surf & Turf Burrito. The Shores Restaurant's seasonal menus offer something special for every palate.

Breakfast
Weekend Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Bar and Cocktail
Picnic

LUNCH MENU

Menu served Monday-Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in our dining room or on our open-air patio.
To-Go or Picnic By The Shores orders may be placed by calling 858.456.0600.

Snacks & Ceviche

LOADED ASADA FRIES 23

skirt steak, mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, garlic ancho aioli, crema, jalapeños, green onions

CHIPS AND GUACAMOLE 16

hass avocados, cilantro, lime, jalapeño, red onion

CARLSBAD BLACK MUSSELS 19

ancho chiles, chorizo, roasted garlic, anejo tequila, lime, ciabatta

QUESADILLA 14

oaxacan string cheese, guacamole, sour cream, salsa macha

choice of: steak 10, shrimp 8, chicken 6, or spring vegetables 3

CEVICHE MIXTO TOSTADA 18

shrimp, fish, cilantro, lime, cucumber, avocado, jalapeño aioli, serrano chile

TUNA TOSTADA 23

serrano soy, sesame, lime, scallion, concha corn, onion, cilantro

MEXICAN STREET CORN 15

chipotle aioli, cotija cheese, lime, tajin, mexican crèma

BAJA SHRIMP COCKTAIL 23 | GF

avocado, cucumber, jalapeno, mango, onion, house shrimp mix, lemon, house made tortilla chips

Salads & Bowls

BAJA BOWLS

cilantro lime rice, black beans, guacamole, pickled onions, cotija cheese, lime, salsa fresca

Grilled Achiote Chicken 21 Chile Lime Shrimp 23 Asada 24 Roasted Vegetables 19

SHORES CHOPPED SALAD TOSTADA 16

roasted corn relish, salsa fresca, cotija cheese, black beans, corn tostada, coriander dressing

Grilled Achiote Chicken 4 Chile Lime Shrimp 6 Asada 8

CHIPOTLE CAESAR SALAD 15

romano cheese, sundried tomatoes, garlic chips, lemon preserve, parmesan garlic croutons, anchovies, chipotle caesar dressing

Chicken 6 Shrimp 8 Steak 10

WATERMELON CUCUMBER SALAD 16

cotija cheese, serrano chili, chili lime pepitas, cilantro mint vinaigrette

Burgers + Tacos + Sandwiches & Burritos

BAJA BURGER 25

pepper jack cheese, jalapeño bacon, ortega chile, avocado, shredded lettuce, roma tomato, red onion, fries

SHORES BEACH BURGER 21

double patties, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, shores burger sauce, fries

POBLANO CHICKEN SANDWICH 19

saint andré cheese, jalapeño bacon, roasted poblano, caramelized onions, avocado, aioli, fries

OPEN-FACED SWORDFISH SANDWICH 28

blackened local swordfish, spicy tartar sauce, avocado, lettuce, tomato, bacon, bbq sauce, focaccia bread, fries

TRIPLE DECKER CLUB 19

roasted turkey, avocado, bacon, provolone, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, whole wheat bread, fries

LOBSTER TACOS 32

ancho chile lobster, corn relish, guacamole sauce, cabbage slaw, red rice, black beans

BAJA FISH TACOS 22

avocado crèma, mango slaw, crispy fried seabass, corn tortilla, red rice, black beans

TACOS AL PASTOR 23

pineapple habanero salsa, guacamole, guajillo marinated pork, pickled onions, red rice, black beans

ASADA TACOS 24

cumin marinated skirt steak, onions and cilantro, tomatillo avocado sauce, roasted salsa

CALI BURRITO 22

carne asada, guacamole, fries, mexican cheeses, chipotle aioli, salsa fresca

SURF & TURF BURRITO 24

black beans, red rice, guacamole, blackened shrimp, mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, skirt steak, chipotle aioli

KIDS FAVORITES

DESSERTS

coconut flan | sorbet trio | churros and ice cream | mudd pie 12

milk shakes 9

GF - Indicates Gluten Free

V - Indicates Vegetarian

A 20% service charge will be added to parties of 8 or more.
A 5% surcharge will be added to all guest checks to defray the increase in California state wages
Tax and gratuity not included. Menu items and pricing subject to change.