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05/23/2026
Omg. This was so good!!!!
Have you tried our Carne en su Jugo special? 𤤠A Jalisco-style stew with carne asada, bacon, pinto beans & green onions in a savory broth. Served with corn tortilla jack quesadillas, cilantro, onion & radish. Gluten-free and only here for a limited time. Come and enjoy! âď¸
05/22/2026
Fridays Fathom Bistro Board of Wonder!
Enjoy
05/19/2026
05/18/2026
My good friend Sam came to the âIslandâ last week and met me at my office-Bali Hai.
I met him when he was 19 and I was 21. He was playing drums in a band called the Outriders! They would play at Kellyâs pub by SDSU and he would have to stand outside when they took breaks.
He, many years later, played drums for my band.
Heâs been in the food/drink biz his whole life, because his father was.
Sam is easily one of my favorite and most respected people I know.
We had a drink & talk.
He had nice things to say about his visit to Fathom.
For me, itâs like having Anthony Bourdain saying, I dig what youâre doing.
We work hard at keeping Fathom what it is. A comfortable place for locals and a surprising spot for people visiting. It is not easy in this day and age to run a restaurant even if it is just a glorified hotdog stand on a Fishing Pier. I would like to thank you all, for understanding what it is we do , getting it. Fathom may not be for everyone, but if you are one of the people that it is for, and you continue to come, thank you so much. It means the world to me and our team ďżźďżź
05/10/2026
Am I too much of a dick? Probably. 13 years of blood, sweat & tears running my restaurant and anyone-literally ANYONE can write a Yelp review that affects my ratings.
You came to a sausage and burger place.
Our food is not average? F**k you!
Dude butt hurt because I donât sell seafood? We are not a seafood place!!
Even though we have a shrimp sandwich.
This was a conscious choice.
Shortly out of high school I worked at Point Loma Seafoods for a year, and Mitchâs Sea Food is amazing also!
Why would I want to compete with history and friends!
I hate Yelp.
I love most of you. Thank you all that understand what we do.
ďżź
05/03/2026
Hello friends
Someone left a message on our machine and the recording of the number was not legible.
They asked if I would like a 8X10 of Silva Earle
YES!!! Please bring it! She is legend
ďżź
04/30/2026
I think Iâm going to get these âDolphinsâ made in Pewder
04/22/2026
We are closing at 5pm this Sunday so we can celebrate the birthday of our friend Miggs.
Thank you for understanding
04/21/2026
10 yearsâŚ
All Prince, All DAY at Fathom
04/17/2026
The new shirts dropped today!
Very limited amount. Donât miss the boatâŚ
04/11/2026
Yesterdayâs splashdown really messed up the fishing
04/11/2026
The ship has come in!
04/11/2026
Right now off Shelter Island!!
04/08/2026
Coming soon. Limited number of shirts! Only on run being done.
Sorry in store pick up only. No shipping.
No pre order or reserves.
When they are in house, we will post here.
04/05/2026
Fathom will be open Easter Sunday at 10am. Enjoy
04/03/2026
The most San Diego place in the World!!Iâll take it. Thank you, Troy johnson. ďżź
04/03/2026
So this happened..
03/21/2026
Due to a staffing issue, the Kitchen will be closing at 7pm today-Friday the 20th
Sorry for any inconvenience
03/21/2026
The patches have landed! They will be available Saturday!
03/19/2026
If I organized a beer trip to Belgium via London, and leaving from Amsterdam for the 2ish weeks between Xmas and New Years- would you be down?
03/15/2026
Hello friends
Due to a staffing issue, we will not be doing brunch today.
Regular menu from 10am til close
Thank you
Address
1776 Shelter Island Drive
San Diego, CA
92106
The bar & grill and beer bar can be accessed via Shelter Island Drive in San Diego. For those using public transport, take the bus or trolley to the nearest stop and walk towards Shelter Island Drive. Driving is also an option, with various parking lots available near Shelter Island Drive.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
10am - 10pm |
| Tuesday |
1pm - 8pm |
| Wednesday |
1pm - 8pm |
| Thursday |
1pm - 8pm |
| Friday |
1pm - 8pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 8pm |
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What people say
Fathom Bistro Bait & Tackle is a must-visit destination for foodies and beer lovers alike. Located on the Shelter Island Fishing Pier, this bar and grill offers an impressive selection of craft beers with 20 taps of local and not-so-local brews. The house-made sausages and burgers are simply delicious, but the real star of the show is the World Famous Fat burger. This mouth-watering creation is sure to satisfy any appetite.
Despite some recent staffing issues, Fathom Bistro continues to serve their regular menu starting at 10 am on Sundays. They also offer Easter Sunday specials and are open even on rainy days. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, making you feel right at home as you enjoy your meal with a stunning view of the water.
If you're looking for a unique dining experience in San Diego, Fathom Bistro Bait & Tackle should be at the top of your list. Don't miss out on their amazing food, great beer selection, and unbeatable location on Shelter Island Drive.
