NINE-TEN Restaurant & Bar

06/03/2026

A big thank you to Bold Journey Magazine for featuring Executive Chef Jason Knibb in their latest Q&A.

Bold Journey Magazine shines a spotlight on entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders, sharing the stories, lessons, and experiences that shape their careers. We're honored that Chef Jason had the opportunity to share his journey, culinary philosophy, and reflections on the evolution of San Diego's dining scene.

As NINE-TEN approaches its 25th anniversary this summer, we're especially grateful to celebrate the people who have helped shape our story.

Read the full interview here: https://boldjourney.com/meet-jason-knibb/

05/28/2026

Something special is coming to NINE-TEN this July.

A Perfect Envy: As part of our 25th anniversary celebration, we’re partnering with Angel’s Envy for an intimate bourbon pairing dinner unlike anything we’ve done before. Thursday, July 16th. Reservations are now open. Menu coming soon. Seats are limited to 24.

Because 25 years deserves a proper pour!

🔗 Reserve now via link in bio.

05/20/2026

Honored to be featured by Modern Luxury San Diego as one of the 10 best tasting menu experiences in San Diego. Our “Mercy of the Chef” experience is exactly what it sounds like: Six ever-changing courses inspired by Chef Jason Knibb’s creativity, the season, and the freshest ingredients available that day.

To be recognized alongside some of San Diego’s most acclaimed restaurants is truly an honor. Thank you to our incredible team and guests for being part of the journey.

Click the link in our bio to see the full list!

04/26/2026

Brunch, then the main event!

Join us for Sunday brunch! Beautiful plates, fresh flavors, and a relaxed morning on the terrace or sidewalk patio before heading over to the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance. Blue skies, world-class cars, and something exceptional on your plate. Sundays are simply better when they start with brunch.

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Grande Colonial Hotel, La Jolla

04/24/2026

Cheers to the Weekend! Sip something special on our back terrace, take in those peek ocean views, and make your way over to the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance for a little automotive eye candy. Here’s to blue skies and even better cocktails.

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04/21/2026

A small mention...in very big company. We’re honored to be featured in Condé Nast Traveler look at how San Diego’s dining scene has officially “grown up.” To be recognized alongside some of the city’s most exciting restaurants, and noted as “still going strong”, feels especially meaningful as we approach our 25th anniversary this July.

25 years of seasonal menus, local ingredients, and unforgettable meals in La Jolla. Still going strong...and we’re just getting started.

🔗Read the full article here: https://www.cntraveler.com/story/san-diegos-culinary-scene-has-grown-up

03/25/2026

As seen in Wine Spectator magazine!

"12 Restaurants that Prove San Diego is a Wine and Food Destination! For years, San Diego built its dining reputation around great fish tacos...and justifiably so!⁠ But the Southern California city has quietly evolved from its casual flip-flop status to a place with an exciting and sophisticated dining scene, one influenced by an influx of talented chefs interested in showcasing diverse culinary styles.⁠"
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Thank you to Wine Spectator for including us in their list of the Top 12 Restaurants in San Diego for wine and dining.⁠ We're in good company indeed!
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See the full list here: https://www.winespectator.com/articles/sensational-san-diego-restaurants-for-food-and-wine

03/21/2026

Celebrating life’s biggest moments is what we love most! And we're delighted to share that NINE-TEN has been nominated for one of San Diego's Best Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Spots in the Readers’ Poll by San Diego Magazine!

From intimate gatherings to joyful celebrations, it’s an honor to host such meaningful moments. If you’ve ever had the opportunity to celebrated something special with us, whether in our main dining room or one of our special private dining rooms, we'd love your support.

Just 2 days left until ballots close!
🔗 Vote Now:

The best of San Diego starts with you. Vote for your favorite restaurants, services, stores, and people today.

03/20/2026

A great wine list is one thing. A great sommelier is everything!

We’re raising a glass to Chris Russo, our Wine Director and Sommelier, who has been nominated for Best Sommelier in the 2026 Readers’ Poll by San Diego Magazine!

Since joining us in 2007, Chris has been the guiding force behind our cellar, curating an exceptional wine program and helping guests discover the perfect bottle for every occasion. It’s no surprise he has also been recognized as Best Sommelier in San Diego for eight consecutive years by local media, a testament to the respect he’s earned throughout the region’s wine community.

If Chris has ever helped you discover a new favorite wine, we’d be honored to have your support.

Just three days left to cast your vote. Voting closes this Sunday.
🔗 Vote Now: https://bosdvote.sdmag.com/food-drink/sommelier-bartender-include-name-place-of-business

03/19/2026

4 Days to Last call! 🍸

Jacob McCarthy from our NINE-TEN bar has been nominated for Best Bartender in San Diego in the Readers’ Poll by San Diego Magazine!

From his beautifully balanced classics to inventive seasonal cocktails, Jacob brings creativity and craft to every drink. If you’ve ever bellied up to the bar and enjoyed one of his libations, today’s the day to show some love.

Voting ends in 4 days!
🔗 Vote Now: https://bosdvote.sdmag.com/food-drink/bartender-include-name-and-place-of-business

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03/18/2026

Wine lovers, this one’s for you! We've been nominated for Best Wine List in the Readers’ Poll by San Diego Magazine. Our cellar is curated to complement every dish and every occasion, from celebratory bottles to hidden gems not found anywhere else.

If you’ve discovered a favorite pour with us, we’d be honored to have your vote. (And let us remind you that it's WINE WEDNESDAY! 1/2 Priced bottles of wine all day!) Cheers!

Voting ends March 22nd.
🔗 Vote now: https://bosdvote.sdmag.com/best-restaurants/wine-list

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03/17/2026

6 DAYS LEFT! Cast your vote today before it's too late!

We could not be more proud and honored to have been nominated for the Top Restaurant in San Diego in the Readers’ Poll by San Diego Magazine! From the thoughtful seasonal menus created by the amazing Chef Jason Knibb, to the memorable service from our amazing team, it’s an honor to be part of San Diego’s incredible dining community for the past 25 years.

If you’ve shared a meal with us, we’d love your support.

Voting closes this Sunday, March 22nd!
🔗 Vote Now: https://bosdvote.sdmag.com/best-restaurants/top-restaurant-in-san-diego-top-five-will-be-featured

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03/16/2026

ONLY 7 DAYS LEFT TO VOTE!

We’re honored that NINE-TEN has been nominated for Best Hotel Restaurant in the 2026 Readers’ Poll by San Diego Magazine.

From our seasonal coastal cuisine to our warm hospitality inside the historic Grande Colonial Hotel, every experience is crafted with care by our incredible team. If you’ve enjoyed dining with us, we’d be grateful for your support.

Voting open now through this Sunday, March 22nd!
🔗 Vote Now:

The best of San Diego starts with you. Vote for your favorite restaurants, services, stores, and people today.

03/04/2026

WE’RE FEELING THE LOVE, SAN DIEGO!

Thank you for the multiple nominations you bestowed upon us in the 2026 Best of San Diego Readers’ Poll by San Diego Magazine!

🍽️ Best Hotel Restaurant
🍴 Top Restaurant in San Diego
🍷 Best Wine List
🥂 Best Sommelier: Chris Russo
🍸 Best Bartender: Jacob McCarthy
💍 Best Wedding Rehearsal Dinner: NINE-TEN

If you love dining and celebrating with us, we'd love your vote. Ballots open through March 22. Thank you for your continued support, San Diego. And thank you to our incredible team who make every guest experience special. Click here to cast your vote: https://bosdvote.sdmag.com/

02/23/2026

Twenty-four seats. One unforgettable evening.

Our recent Tequila Ocho dinner was an intimate celebration of craft, terroir, and thoughtful pairings, selling out in record time.

As we move toward our 25th anniversary this summer, we’re excited to introduce more curated spirit dinners and tasting experiences designed for those who appreciate the art behind the glass…and the plate.
If you missed this one, stay tuned. There’s more to come.

02/06/2026

Introducing five vibrant new stars on our lunch menu, each a celebration of the season’s freshest flavors and Chef Jason Knibb’s signature modern touch. Now served at NINE-TEN Restaurant & Bar.

✨ Pea & Farro Salad: Favas, English peas, beech mushrooms, pickled rhubarb, strawberry & fennel sofrito, and mint
✨ Tuna Crudo: Kumquats & jam, watermelon radish, wild rice, sorrel & lime
✨ Pan-Seared Salmon: Snap peas, turnips, pickled green strawberry, watercress emulsion & nasturtium
✨ Spanish Octopus: Alaskan fingerlings, eggplant purée, tarragon, almonds, harissa potato chips, chorizo & mustard vinaigrette
✨ Tagliatelle: Morels, black trumpets, garlic, pea tendrils, Aleppo pepper, Pecorino Toscano & breadcrumbs

Experience the artistry of seasonal dining. Reserve your table and savor what’s new.

01/27/2026

The menu is set. The glasses are raised. And you're invited!

Chef Jason Knibb and Chris Simmons, Tequila Ocho National Agave Ambassador, have finalized the menu for From Ocho to Nueve-Diez, an intimate tequila pairing dinner next month.

Developed through hands-on tastings and collaboration, the evening pairs Chef Knibb’s contemporary coastal cuisine with Tequila Ocho’s single-estate expressions, each course building in depth, balance, and flavor.

📅 Thursday, February 12, 2026
👥 Limited to just 24 guests
🔗 Reserve now and see full menu here: https://www.nine-ten.com/event/ocho/

If you’ve been waiting to reserve, now is the moment. Once the final few seats are filled, reservations will close. The perfect way to kick-off the Valentine's Weekend! 💘

01/26/2026

Honored to be included in The Adventurist’s “20 Restaurants That Prove San Diego’s Dining Scene Can’t Be Stopped.” Grateful to be listed alongside so many respected restaurants. And so proud of our team for continuing to "quietly" do what we love most and what we have done for nearly 25 years: thoughtful cooking, seasonal ingredients, and experiences worth lingering over.

Read the full article here: https://www.theadventuristmagazine.com/city-guides/california/san-diego-best-restaurants?fbclid=IwdGRzaAPgTahleHRuA2FlbQEwAGFkaWQAAAZPwwNmQHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHss8VuFZqtkvreAa4zbeTh88ORFVlSRWrgywxhAu3NpUap5feLyW-MfE78TT_aem_vAIcfJk2Ixa1XsVTesesBw&utm_medium=paid&utm_source=fb&utm_id=6939643570144&utm_content=6939643601744&utm_term=6939643576744&utm_campaign=6939643570144&sfnsn=mo

01/24/2026

Feeling grateful for dry skies, cozy coastal brunch vibes, and plenty of reasons to linger in La Jolla this weekend!

If you’re local, we’d love to welcome you to weekend brunch at NINE-TEN Restaurant & Bar today or Sunday. If you’re elsewhere, consider this a little La Jolla wanderlust to brighten (and hopefully warm up) your feed.

Saturday’s sparkle with $15 bottomless sparkling wine, while Sunday brings $6 Mimosas and $8 Bloody Marys. 🥂

01/22/2026

Great dinners don’t start on the plate! They start with conversation. Chef Jason Knibb and Chris Simmons, Tequila Ocho National Agave Ambassador, came together to taste, discuss, and thoughtfully develop the menu and tequila pairings for From Ocho to Nueve to Diez, our upcoming pairing dinner being held next month.

Each course is being crafted to highlight how Tequila Ocho’s single-estate expressions, Plata, Reposado, Añejo, and Puntás, interact with flavor, texture, and balance, creating a seamless progression throughout the evening.

This collaborative process is what is going to make this pairing dinner experience truly special. And why we’ve intentionally limited the dinner to just 24 guests.

Only a handful of seats remain.

📅 Thursday, February 12, 2026
🔗 Reserve now here: https://www.nine-ten.com/event/ocho/

01/17/2026

Good morning! Biscoff donut. Brunch is served.

01/16/2026

Join us for From Ocho to Nueve-Diez: An intimate multi-course tequila pairing dinner featuring Chef Jason Knibb and Tequila Ocho National Agave Ambassador Chris Simmons.

🍽️ A chef-driven tasting menu
🥃 Curated Tequila Ocho pairings: Plata, Reposado, Añejo & Puntás
📅 Thursday, February 12, 2026 | 6:30 PM
❤️ Celebrate Valentine’s Day early

This one-night-only experience is limited to just 24 guests, and reservations are filling up fast.

🔗 Reserve now at www.nine-ten.com/event/ocho
✨ This will sell out.

01/07/2026

WHERE OCHO MEETS NUEVE-DIEZ.

Join us for From Ocho to Nueve to Diez: A Journey of Flavor, an intimate multi-course tequila pairing dinner featuring Chef Jason Knibb and Tequila Ocho Tequila Ocho.

📅 Thursday, February 12, 2026 | 6:30 PM
👥 Only 24 seats available

Enjoy a welcome cocktail and a multi-course menu thoughtfully paired with curated Tequila Ocho expressions. The evening will be hosted by Chef Jason Knibb and will include storytelling, tasting notes, and a guided exploration of Tequila Ocho’s legacy led by Chris Simmons, Ocho National Agave Ambassador.

❤️ Celebrate Valentine’s Day early with exceptional food and tequila.
🎟️ Reservations are now open. This one-night-only experience will sell out.
🔗 Reserve your seat today:

Join NINE-TEN Restaurant in La Jolla for an intimate Tequila Ocho pairing dinner featuring a multi-course menu by Chef Jason Knibb. Limited to 24...

01/01/2026

A new year, a milestone on the horizon, and a whole lot to celebrate. As we step into 2026, we’re raising a glass to the people who make NINE-TEN what it is: Our passionate team, both front and back of the house, who bring creativity, care, and excellence to every plate and every pour. This July, we’ll celebrate 25 years in the Village, and we couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead. From inspired cuisine and thoughtful wine pairings to sweet finishes that make special moments linger. And we’re kicking things off in style with our first culinary event of the year arriving February 12, featuring a special Tequila OCHO dinner, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Consider this your nudge. Here’s to a year filled with great food, great wine, and even better company!

12/09/2025

What a fantastic day in La Jolla! The Grande Colonial Hotel, La Jolla and NINE-TEN Restaurant & Bar crew showed up in full holiday spirit for the 69th La Jolla Christmas Parade this past weekend. And we were SO proud to cheer on our GM, Kim Avant, who was selected as this year’s Heritage Marshal! Kim rolled through the Village in a gorgeous 1960 Cadillac while our team marched behind with candy canes, a festive golf cart, and lots of holiday cheer. Such a fun day celebrating our community, our history, and our amazing team. Happy Holidays!