James' Place

4.2

1056 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Asian

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Healthy

****JAMES PLACE IS NOT CURRENTLY SERVING SUSHI****

James’ Place is a high quality and moderate price dining establishment. Specializing in Asian fusion cuisine, with a large variety of appetizers, and a nice selection of entrees.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Asian, Unspecified, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–7:30 pm Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 638-7778
Website
http://jamesplacesd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
James Holder
Catering
James' Place Prime and Seafood offers on site and off site catering
Private party facilities
We offer a Private screened in dining area that can fit up to 18 people, or the out side patio can be reserved for up 32 people for sit down dining, you can also reserve the entire restaurant.

Location
2910 La Jolla Village Dr., San Diego, CA 92093
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Cross street
Gilman Dr.
Parking details
Free on Weekends $2 on weekdays after 4:30pm.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,056 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

James' Place is a delightful pre-theatre dining experience for La Jolla Playhouse patrons. Guests rave about the "great food and ambiance," with standout dishes like the crispy rice and grilled spicy BBQ shrimp. Service is attentive, ensuring timely arrival at the theater. "Convenience cannot be beat" for a seamless evening.

1,056 Reviews

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Susan
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Wish James had the sushi menu still. Other food is just average. Nothing special
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Leslie
San Diego
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Though the location is convenient, there is no longer any sushi on the menu - making this destination less exciting and with less of a draw than in previous years.
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Olga
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We eat here often on our way to the theater. We are always impressed with the quality of the food and service. We enjoy the meal, and are always served and finished in time for the show!
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Ann
San Diego
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Favorite place to dine before seeing a wonderful performance in the La Jolla Theater district. Atmosphere is quiet with an elegance. Varied selection of entrees with a decent wine list.
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Ethel
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the restaurant. Delightful atmosphere, good food and excellent service. Perfect place to dine before theatre.
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Mike
San Diego
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Disappointed the sushi bar wasn’t open. We enjoyed everything else though.
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Derelynn
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Missed the sushi during our visit last night— I tried something different and it was ok but I was really looking forward to the California tolls, my usual go-to before theater. Lovely service.
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William
San Diego
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic menu, food and ambiance! And the location at La Jolla Playhouse could not be better!!
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Lewis
San Diego
9 reviews
vip
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We go to plays often at the La Jolla Playhouse and finally were able to dine beforehand at James Place. While the service was very good and the ambiance relaxing, the seating was uncomfortable. But by far the most disappointing aspect was the food itself. The lobster tail was tough, the shrimp just okay, and the soup was bland. Unacceptable at a place that prides itself on steak and seafood, especially at their prices. We will not be going back.
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Barbara
San Diego
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is the place to go to before a play/musical at La Jolla Playhouse. The cocktails are great and the menu provides a range of choices to satisfy even the pickiest eater.
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James' Place is rated 4.2 stars by 1056 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

2910 La Jolla Village Dr., San Diego, CA 92093

Additional information

Cross street
Gilman Dr.
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–7:30 pm Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Asian, Unspecified, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free on Weekends $2 on weekdays after 4:30pm.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
James Holder
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://jamesplacesd.com/
Phone number
(858) 638-7778
Catering
James' Place Prime and Seafood offers on site and off site catering
Private party facilities
We offer a Private screened in dining area that can fit up to 18 people, or the out side patio can be reserved for up 32 people for sit down dining, you can also reserve the entire restaurant.

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