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With panoramic waterfront views, our signature restaurant on Shelter Island offers fresh and inventive dining experiences all day long. Enjoy on of the best San Diego back drops for indoor or outdoor seating! A 360° bar at its center and video wall showcasing local landscapes, Vessel is one of San Diego’s most sought after dining venues. The coastal fare created by our culinary team incorporates local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients, taking traditional delicacies and giving them a flavorful twist.
New American fare & cocktails served in a stylish, contemporary space at waterside Kona Kai Resort.
Hours
| Friday | 7–10:30 AM, 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–1 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–1 PM |
| Monday | 7–10:30 AM |
| Tuesday | 7–10:30 AM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7–10:30 AM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7–10:30 AM, 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1551 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
Phone: (619) 819-8195
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Reviews
Tomas Solis
My wife and I visited the Vessel for our wedding day. We had the best time. Specifically, TJ, Collin and Aaron of the vessel were absolutely amazing. The customer service, is top notch, the food is delicious and the views were absolutely beautiful. We found our new stay spot when we come to SD!
… moreWandering in Paradise
Had a lovely dinner at Vessel in the Kona Kai Resort in Point Loma! The view on the dog friendly patio is stunning. Great wine list, we really liked the Pinot Grigio. The food was very good, we ordered the ahi tuna tacos, lobster carbonara, miso sablefish, and for dessert the espresso chocolate ganache tart. The dessert was the highlight for us. They also have a nice dog menu as well as kid menu. Excellent service, friendly, accommodating, and quick. Recommend!
… moreDareesa Weir
From the very beginning, the host was very nice. We were seated outside on the patio for breakfast. The view is beautiful the heater was great. but the food for the buffet was just OK. It was not $26 worth per person for buffet at that price, it should’ve had more food different variety. The bacon was chewy. The pastries were very good. The muffins were good. There was no sugar or honey or cinnamon out, The staff is very good about bringing it promptly again. The staff was amazing.
… moreMay Par
Delicious food with great views. Relaxing atmosphere. Their menu is simple and uncomplicated. Came in for brunch with a group of coworkers. The service was excellent for a group of 10 people. Carafe coffee was on the table on arrival as well as glass water bottles. Mimosas were tasty and strong. We ordered an array of Eggs Benedict, Omelette, Avocado Toast and All American Breakfast. Portions were generous but not exaggerated. We had a great meeting. The place is not noisy at all and the music was soft and relaxing. The decor is inviting. Place is clean. Street parking ️ or Valet parking with 2 hour validation while dining. We might have to come back soon. FYI there’s an 18% gratuity fee for large groups as well as a 6% surcharge to assist with increased employee wages so keep in mind that adds to your check.
… moreNalini M.
Simply spectacular! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Marine and David put the finishing touches on an unforgettable night for us with their attention to detail. Toni, our personal master chef for the evening has perfected the art of making mouth watering crusted dishes! Me and my husband dine out on a regular basis, have sampled countless cuisines, establishments and Vessel has definitely crack our top 5 list. Highly recommend a visit
… moreDani
A great place to celebrate birthdays! The food was excellent, definitely chef prepared, generous portion and fresh ingredients. I had the Lobster Carbonara and was surprised to have a lot of nice size lobster chunks. The pasta was perfectly cooked al dente and the sauce was just right for my taste buds. The Pork Chop was a nice portion, garnished well and fully satisfying. I enjoyed the view, atmosphere and the service. I can’t leave without trying their dessert so I ordered the Tableside Affogato which completed this wonderful dining experience.
… moreTanner McGee
We brought a group of eight for Thanksgiving lunch. While the food was pretty good, the service was absolutely awful. We were seated, given water, and told the waiter would return to take our drink orders—but he never came back. We had to track him down just to pay, and then a 20% gratuity was automatically added to the bill. It felt like he knew he’d get his tip regardless, so there was no effort made to actually serve us. We spent over $700 for genuinely terrible service. Very disappointing.
… moreStephanie Heiberg
We loved this place so much we came back again! The food was so good, but I must highlight the exceptional service by our waiter TJ! So professional! Prompt service! He Anticipated our every need.. friendly, positive, helpful, engaged with us just the right amount and even the other helpers like Jesus were so friendly and quick to pick up our dirty dishes and get us silverware we needed. Can’t say enough great things about the people and their high end service!! Looking forward to coming back again!!!
… moreCharith Chowta
I recently visited a seafood restaurant that offered stunning views and a lovely ambience, making it a great spot for a special occasion. The waterfront scenery, combined with the stylish décor, created a serene and relaxing dining experience. While the prices were on the higher side, the quality of the food made it worthwhile. I highly recommend the scallop entrée – perfectly seared and bursting with flavor. If you’re looking for a place with a great view and are willing to splurge a little, this restaurant is a fantastic choice.
… moreKevin Schneider
My wife and I were visiting for a marriage conference and were staying at the resort so my wife booked a reservation. The whole dinning experience was exceptional, food was perfect, service was friendly and hospital while giving great suggestions. The manager even came over and checked on us and was very personable. We loved it so much we came back the next night for dinner. It was just as good as the night before. When we come back to San Diego we will be back and will recommend to all our friends!
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