NINE-TEN
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- Good for special occasions
- Good for business meals
- Neighborhood gem
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MICHELIN Plate
2022
From the OpenTable editors: Nationally recognized chef Jason Knibb brings a sophisticated touch to local fish and produce at this restaurant inside the longstanding Grande Colonial Hotel. Whether you’re in the ocean-accented dining room or score a sought-after seat on the terrace to watch the seals and surf, you’re in for a quintessential San Diego experience.
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Philosophy
MICHELIN-recognized NINE-TEN offers globally inspired, locally sourced cuisine with an emphasis on produce from local artisan farmers, featuring the unique seasonal style of cooking with menus dictated by the local harvest. The service is enthusiastic and spirited, while gracious and unassuming. The staff is exceptionally well trained and educated in food preparation and wine pairings.
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesCalifornian, Farm-to-table, American
- Hours of operationBreakfast Wed–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon, Tue 2:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Phone number(858) 964-5400
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- CateringAll catering is provided by NINE-TEN chefs.
- Private party facilitiesNINE-TEN offers a unique selection of recently renovated private dining rooms for your private event. Over 2,300 square feet of indoor space is available in three private rooms and an ocean-view terrace.
- Award-winning
- MICHELIN Plate 2022
- DescriptionLed by award-winning, nationally-recognized chef Jason Knibb, NINE-TEN offers the perfect combination of sophistication and casual elegance and an ideal location along lively Prospect Street in the Village of La Jolla. Recognized with MICHELIN distinction, NINE-TEN’s globally-inspired, locally-sourced cuisine features the best of the harvest from local artisans where products are selected daily for the restaurant’s seasonal menus. Dine indoors or al fresco on our sidewalk patio or back terrace with peek views of the Pacific Ocean. Heaters and blankets are available during the colder weather. Private dining rooms are also available for groups of 8 or more. Breakfast is served Wednesday through Friday, 7 am to 11 am. Brunch is served Saturday & Sunday, 7 am to 2 pm. and features $6 mimosas and $8 Bloody Marys. Lunch is served Wednesday through Friday, 11:30 am to 2 pm. And dinner service is available Wednesday through Sunday, 5 pm to 9 pm. We look forward to seeing you soon.
- NeighborhoodLa Jolla
- Cross streetGirard
- Parking detailsValet
- AdditionalBeer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Mercy of the Chef Tasting Menu
$120.00 per person
Multiple dates availableA Chef driven tasting menu experience, highlighting the best that NINE-TEN has to offer. Start with an amuse bouche followed by 6 courses including selections from our menu with a nightly specials or Chef's creations tossed in. Add in wine pairings chosen by our Sommelier with each course to round out your meal. Please inform us of any allergies or dietary preferences so we can craft the perfect menu for you. A 20% service charge will be included for all Mercy of the Chef reservations.New Year's Eve Dinner at Nine-Ten
$125.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 onlyCome join us at Nine-Ten for an elegant dinner before you ring in the New Year! Chef Jason Knibb is preparing an elegant 4-course dinner that will highlight the best that Nine-Ten has to offer. Wine Pairings will be available with each course if desired. Our final menu and wine pairing price will be available 2 weeks in advance.
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What 2,933 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.7Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.3Value
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Frank
VIPPortland
26 reviews
5.026 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Michael
VIPSan Diego
7 reviews
5.07 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Paulo
Palm Springs
1 review
5.01 review
Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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David
San Diego
4 reviews
5.04 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Kathy
VIPSan Diego
47 reviews
5.047 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Doug
San Diego
35 reviews
5.035 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Heidi
VIPLos Angeles
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on December 16, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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June
VIPSan Diego
27 reviews
5.027 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Claire
Greater Boston
15 reviews
5.015 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Kareen
San Diego
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
NINE-TEN offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 964-5400.
NINE-TEN is rated 4.7 stars by 2933 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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910 Prospect St., San Diego, CA 92037
Dining areas
Additional information
- Award-winning
- MICHELIN Plate 2022
- DescriptionLed by award-winning, nationally-recognized chef Jason Knibb, NINE-TEN offers the perfect combination of sophistication and casual elegance and an ideal location along lively Prospect Street in the Village of La Jolla. Recognized with MICHELIN distinction, NINE-TEN’s globally-inspired, locally-sourced cuisine features the best of the harvest from local artisans where products are selected daily for the restaurant’s seasonal menus. Dine indoors or al fresco on our sidewalk patio or back terrace with peek views of the Pacific Ocean. Heaters and blankets are available during the colder weather. Private dining rooms are also available for groups of 8 or more. Breakfast is served Wednesday through Friday, 7 am to 11 am. Brunch is served Saturday & Sunday, 7 am to 2 pm. and features $6 mimosas and $8 Bloody Marys. Lunch is served Wednesday through Friday, 11:30 am to 2 pm. And dinner service is available Wednesday through Sunday, 5 pm to 9 pm. We look forward to seeing you soon.
- Cross streetGirard
- NeighborhoodLa Jolla
- Hours of operationBreakfast Wed–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon, Tue 2:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesCalifornian, Farm-to-table, American
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Parking detailsValet
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
- AdditionalBeer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number(858) 964-5400
- CateringAll catering is provided by NINE-TEN chefs.
- Private party facilitiesNINE-TEN offers a unique selection of recently renovated private dining rooms for your private event. Over 2,300 square feet of indoor space is available in three private rooms and an ocean-view terrace.