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Vessel Restaurant
1551 Shelter Island Drive
San Diego, CA 92106
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BREAKFAST BUFFET
BRUNCH
DINNER
WINE, BEER & COCKTAILS
TIKI POOL BAR
THE GALLEY MARKETPLACE
BREAKFAST BUFFET
Daily 7:00 am - 11:00am BREAKFAST BUFFET: Adults $26, Kids (12 and under), $16
Beverages
Freshly-Squeezed Juice
$6.00
orange, pineapple, grapefruit, cranberry, apple
Hot Chocolate
$5.00Zoka Coffee
$5.00- add vanilla, hazelnut, caramel, sugar-free vanilla
- $0.50
Cappuccino, Latte
$7.00- add vanilla, hazelnut, caramel, sugar-free vanilla
- $0.50
Espresso
$7.00
caffeinated or decaffeinated
Mighty Leaf Hot Tea
$5.00
assorted selection
Morning Libations
Mimosa
$15.50
prosecco, orange or pineapple juice
Blood Mary
$15.50
skyy vodka, tomato juice, horseradish, lime juice, spice, celery, olives
Michelada
$15.50
southnorte sea senore mexican-style lager, tomato juice, horseradish, lime juice, spice, tajin
- add bacon
- $4.00
- shrimp
- $4.00
*Before placing your order, please inform your server if anyone in your party has a food allergy. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. WARNING: Certain foods and beverages sold or served here can expose you to chemicals including acrylamide in many fried or baked foods, and mercury in fish, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. A 6% surcharge has been added to all guest checks in support of the recent increases in minimum wage and benefits for our dedicated team members. An 18% service charge will be added to guest checks for groups of six or larger.
BEVERAGES
Zoka Drip Coffee
$5.00
family-owned and hand-harvested roasted caffeinated and decaffeinated columbian coffee
Hot Chocolate
$5.00Mighty Leaf Hot Tea
$5.00
choose from a selection of specialty teas
Fountain Soft Drinks
$4.00
coca-cola soda products
Freshly Squeezed Juice
$6.00
orange, cranberry, pineapple, apple
Cappuccino / Latte / Espresso
$7.00- add vanilla, hazelnut, caramel, sugar-free vanilla
- $0.50
Small Plates
Edamame
$13.00
garlic, chili flakes, sea salt
Charcuterie & Cheese
$29.00
chef selection, accoutrements
Mediterranean Platter
$25.00
hummus, babaganoush, apricot falafel, feta, marinated olives, tzatziki, red onion, paprika, evoo, garlic-herb naan
Oysters
- six $20.00
- dozen $36.00
Ahi Tuna Tacos*
$20.00
guacamole, wakame, chile aïoli, sesame seeds
Burrata Caprese
$19.00
heirloom tomatoes, burrata, aged balsamic, pistachio pesto, wild arugula, basil oil, fresh cracked black pepper
Yellowtail Crudo*
$18.00
citrus, fresno chili, ginger, lemon oil
Heritage Pork Spare Ribs
$20.00
hibiscus orange honey glaze, buttermilk chive dipping sauce
PEI Mussels
$23.00
roasted garlic, shallots, tomato, fennel, grilled ciabatta
Fritto Misto
$18.00
roasted garlic, shallots, tomato, fennel, grilled ciabatta
Chilled Fresh Seafood Platter
$38.00
served with mignonette, cocktail sauce, melted butter choose three: jumbo prawns (4) poached scallops (2) oysters (4) salmon gravlax (3oz) fresh ceviche (3 ounces) snow crab claws (4) lobster tail (1)
Soups & Salad
New England Clam Chowder
$14.00
bacon, chives, crostini
Vessel Soup of the Day
$14.00
chef curated seasonal soup
The Noble Kona Garden
$19.00
little gem, quinoa, avocado, smoked almonds, beets, breakfast radish, pickled red onions, green goddess dressing
Chopped Salad
$19.00
romaine, radicchio, salumi, smoked cheddar, chickpea, tomato, pepperoncini, crouton, garlic herb vinaigrette
Classic Caesar Salad
$19.00
romaine heartgs, focaccia croutons, classic creamy caesar dressing, white anchovy, parmesan cheese, fresh cracked black pepper
Add to Any Salad
- seared shrimp
- $15.00
- salmon
- $15.00
- Fried or grilled chuicken
- $10.00
- Flat iron steak
- $19.00
- crab meat
- $17.00
Large Plates
Eggplant Jalfrezi
$34.00
braised eggplant varieties, sweet potatoes, chickpeas, cardamom, pilau rice, coconut turmeric
Organic Vegetable Gratin
$34.00
japanese eggplant, squash, fresh mozzarella, basil pesto, san marzano sauce
Pan Seared Sea Scallops*
$46.00
parmesan risotto, roasted carrots, basil pesto, lemon nage
Lobster Carbonara*
$39.00
maine lobster, spring peas, tenderbelly bacon lardons, parmesan reggiano, pappardelle pasta, poached egg
Faroe Island Salmon*
$39.00
rosemary new potatoes, heir coverts, lemon caper emulsion
Poulet Saute Alice
$38.00
roasted jidori chicken, aligot potatoes, wild mushrooms, bacon wrapped asparagus, cognac sauce
Vessel Burger*
$24.00
gruyère cheese, bacon jam, arugula, tomato, pommery mustard aïoli, pickles, brioche bun, fries
Pork Chop
$44.00
mustard-parsley spaetzle, upland cress, carmelized cipollini onions, sour cherry glace
Eight-Ounce Black Angus Filet Mignon*
$54.00
whipped yukon gold potatoes, market vegetables, red wine demi-glace
Hawaiian Day Boat Catch
carrot quinoa taboulleh, apricots, bloomsdale savoy spinach, lemon nage
Chef's Cut of the Day
confit fingerling potatoes, mushroom medley, sauce au poivre
ADD TO ANY DISH
- lobster tail
- $20.00
- two scallops
- $13.00
- four shrimp
- $13.00
Sides
Roasted Heirloom Carrots
$11.00
labneh, candied curry walnut, hot honey
Grilled Asparagus
$12.00
chili-garlic crunch
Tempura Portobello Mushrooms
$14.00
curried yogurt
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
$11.00
shaved parmesan, balsamic reduction
Parmesan-Truffle French Fries
$12.00
black garlic aïoli
Artisan Breads & Spread
$11.00
chef crafted artisanal bread basket with tapenade, whipped honey mascarpone, evoo, aged balsamic
Sweets
Crème Brûlée
$13.00
citrus, cinnamon cookie (not available to go)
Key Lime Pie
$14.00
cashew-graham cracker crust, raspberry, chantilly cream
Espresso Chocolate Ganache Tart
$13.00
passion fruit, whipped cream cheese, orange zest
Seaside Sorbet or Ice Cream V
$11.00
ask your server for current selection
Tableside Affogato
$14.00
salted caramel gelato, zoka espresso, chocolate pistachio biscot
Layered Chocolate Cake
$14.00
raspberry coulis, fresh berries, whipped cream
Warm Seasonal Fruit Crumble
$14.00
streusel topping, vanilla ice cream
After Dinner Drinks
drink your dessert
Chocolate Martini
$17.00
belvedere vodka, chocolate liqueur, bailey's irish cream, cream
Cara-Frio
$17.00
licor 43, espresso, ice
Dow's 20 Year Tawny Port
$27.00Dow's 2016 Late Bottle Vintage Port
$19.00Sandeman Founder's Reserve Ruby Port
$17.00Primo Amore Sparkling Muscato
$15.00
veneto, italy
*Before placing your order, please inform your server if anyone in your party has a food allergy. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. WARNING: Certain foods and beverages sold or served here can expose you to chemicals including acrylamide in many fried or baked foods, and mercury in fish, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. A 6% surcharge has been added to all guest checks in support of the recent increases in minimum wage and benefits for our dedicated team members. An 18% service charge will be added to guest checks for groups of six or larger.
Handcraft Cocktails
Island Vibe
$18.00
absolut watermelon vodka, lime juice, strawberry puree, ginger beer
K'Ahlooooha
$18.00
bacardi tropical rum, captain morgan spiced rum, blue curacao, pineapple juice, ginger beer, club soda spritz
Tropical Cucumber Spritz
$18.00
ketel one botanical cucumber and mint, st. germain elderflower liqueur, thyme syrup
Silent, But Negroni
$18.00
ilegal mezcal, campari, sweet vermouth
SD to Manhattan
$18.00
high west bourbon, antica carpano, luxardo, orange bitters
Banana Old Fashioned
$18.00
bulleit rye, dubouchett banana liqueur, angostura bitters
Fuego Azul
$18.00
flecha azul blanco, canton ginger, prickly pear, lime juice, soda water, fire bitters, jalapeno
1551 Penicillin
$18.00
cutty sark blended scotch, ginger canton liqueur, lemon juice, honey
Gin-n-Out
$18.00
gin, lychee liqueur, lemon juice, soda water, cranberry juice
Pama Royale
$18.00
prosecco, pama pomegranate liqueur, st. germain
Tere-Mora
$18.00
teremana reposado tequila, blackberry brandy, lime juice, fever tree ginger beer
Bubbles & Blushes
MV Champagne, Veuve-Cliquot "Yellow" Brut, Reims, France
- glass
- bottle $195.00
MV Champagne, Lallier R.19, Ay, France
- glass $24.00
- bottle $92.00
MV Prosecco, Mionetto Brut, Treviso, Italy
- glass $15.00
- bottle $55.00
MV Sparkling, Chandon Brut Rosé, California
- glass $18.00
- bottle $72.00
Sparkling, Chandon Brut, California
- glass $18.00
- bottle $72.00
22 Orange, Gérard Bertrand "Orange Gold", France
- glass $17.00
- bottle $68.00
22 Rosé, Chateau d' Esclans "Whispering Angel", Côtes de Provence, France
- bottle $68.00
23 Rosé, Gérard Bertrand "Cote des Roses", Languedoc, France
- glass $17.00
- bottle $66.00
23 Rose, Justin, Central Coast, California
- glass $14.00
- bottle $52.00
Whites
23 Chardonnay, Chalk Hill, Russian River, California
- glass $16.00
- bottle $64.00
23 Chardonnay, Rombauer, Carneros, California
- bottle $65.00
22 White Blend, Caymus Conundrum, California
- glass $15.00
- bottle $55.00
22 Chardonnay, Drumheller, Columbia Valley, Washington
- glass $15.00
- bottle $55.00
22 Chardonnay, Meiomi, California
- glass $16.00
- bottle $58.00
22 Chardonnay, Olivier Leflaive "Les Sétilles", Bourgogne, France
- bottle $107.00
22 Chardonnay, 'Sea Sun', Sonoma County, California
- glass $16.00
- bottle $59.00
21 Chardonnay, Patz & Hall "Dutton Ranch", Sonoma County, California
- bottle $80.00
21 Chardonnay, The Hidden Sea, South Australia
- bottle $48.00
18 Chardonnay, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Hands of Time", Sonoma County, California
- bottle $69.00
23 Pinot Grigio, Alto Vento, Delle Venezie, Italy
- glass $16.00
- bottle $56.00
21 Riesling, Firestone, Santa Barbara County, California
- glass $14.00
- bottle $53.00
23 Sauvignon Blanc, Silverado "Miller Ranch", Yountville, California
- glass $18.00
- bottle $65.00
23 Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford, Marlborough, New Zealand
- glass $17.00
- bottle $59.00
23 Sauvignon Blanc, Ferrari-Carano Fumé Blanc, Sonoma County, California
- bottle $55.00
22 Sauvignon Blanc, Simi, Sonoma County, California
- glass $14.00
- bottle $52.00
Reds
21 Blend, Justin 'Isosceles', Paso Robles, California
- bottle $99.00
21 Blend, Justin 'Justification', Paso Robles, California
- bottle $103.00
21 Blend, Prisoner Wine Company "The Prisoner", California
- bottle $115.00
20 Blend, Harvey & Harriet, San Luis Obispo County, California
- bottle $95.00
21 Cabernet Sauvignon, Duckhorn, Napa Valley, California
- bottle $105.00
21 Cabernet Sauvignon, Drumheller, Columbia Valley, Washington
- glass $15.00
- bottle $54.00
21 Cabernet Sauvignon, Faust, Napa Valley, California
$124.0021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Prisoner Wine Company "Unshackled" by The Prisoner, California
- glass $18.00
- bottle $74.00
20 Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin, Paso Robles, California
- glass $16.00
- bottle $62.00
20 Cabernet Sauvignon, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Artemis", Napa Valley, California
- bottle $195.00
19 Cabernet Sauvignon, Newton "Skyside", North Coast, California
- glass $17.00
- bottle $68.00
17/19 Cabernet Sauvignon, Opus One, Napa Valley, California
- 2017 bottle $419.00
- 2019 bottle $439.00
18 Cabernet Sauvignon, Antica, Napa Valley, California
- bottle $184.00
22 Malbec, Terrares "Altos del Plata", Mendoza, Argentina
- glass $14.00
- bottle $54.00
21 Merlot, Chateau Ste Michelle, Columbia Valley, Washington
- glass $17.00
- bottle $69.00
21 Merlot, Duckhorn, Napa Valley, California
- bottle $75.00
22 Pinot Noir, Meiomi, Tri-County, California
- bottle $56.00
21 Pinot Noir, Landmark 'Overlook', Santa Barbara, California
- bottle $54.00
21 Pinot Noir, Joseph Phelps 'Freestone Vineyards', Sonoma Coast, California
- bottle $120.00
20 Pinot Noir, Sea Sun, Solano County California
- glass $16.00
- bottle $62.00
20 Pinot Noir, Sanford "Fountain Hills", Santa Barbara County, California
- bottle $124.00
19 Pinot Noir, A to Z, Willamette Valley, Oregon
- glass $16.00
- bottle $62.00
18 Pinot Noir, Patz & Hall, Sonoma Coast, California
- bottle $98.00
20 Sangiovese, Montsanto "Monrosso", Chianti, Italiy
- glass $14.00
- bottle $54.00
20 Syraz, Two Hands "Gnarly Dudes", Barossa Valley, Australia
- bottle $89.00
21 Syrah, Cline, Sonoma Coast
- glass $15.00
- bottle $57.00
21 Zinfandel, Opolo "The Federalist", Lodi, California
- glass $15.00
- bottle $57.00
21 Zinfandel, Prisoner Wine Company "Saldo", California
- bottle $72.00
21 Zinfandel, Rombauer, California
- bottle $75.00
Local Seasonal Draft $10
Ballast Point 'Sculpin' IPA
Karl Strauss 'Red Trolley' Irish-Style Red Ale
SouthNorte 'Sea Señor' Mexican-Style Lager
Noble House Collaboration with Melvin 'Noble Wolf' Pilsner
Ketch ' Hazy Conditions' Hazy IPA
.394 Alesmith Pale Ale
Kona 'Big Wave' Golden Ale
Seasonal Rotating Handle
See server for details.
Local Craft Bottles & Cans
Belching Beaver 'Must be the Honey!' Honey Blonde
$10.00Kona Kai 's 'Lazy Lei' Pilsner by Eppig *
$11.00Ciders & Seltzers
Maui Seltzers, Variety & Seasonal Flavors
$10.00Newtopia Cyder
$10.00JuneShine Hard Kombucha, Variety & Assorted Flavors
$10.00
Kona Kai Resort is a cashless property. We gladly accept all major debit or credit cards, or room charges Prior to ordering, please inform your server if anyone in your party has a food allergy. A 6% surcharge has been added to all guest checks in support of the recent increases in minimum wage and benefits for our dedicated team members. An 18% service charge will be added to guest checks for groups of six or larger. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. WARNING: Certain foods and beverages sold or served here can expose you to chemicals including acrylamide in many fried or baked foods, and mercury in fish, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Salads
Mediterranean Salad
$14.00
baby lettuce, pepperoncini, olives, pickled onions, chickpeas, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, lemon honey vinaigrette
- seared shrimp
- $15.00
- salmon*
- $15.00
- fried chicken
- $10.00
- flat iron steak*
- $15.00
- crab meat
- $17.00
Sesame Ginger Crunch Salad
$14.00
house smoked salmon, shredded carrots, zucchini, napa cabbage, mandarin oranges, radish, mint, chopped cashews, snap peas, sesame miso dressing
- seared shrimp
- $15.00
- salmon*
- $15.00
- fried chicken
- $10.00
- flat iron steak*
- $15.00
- crab meat
- $17.00
Roasted Chicken Caeser Salad
$14.00
croutons, parmesan, lemon, anchovies, caesar dressing
Nicoise Salad
$14.00
seared ahi tuna, arugula, hard-boiled egg, heirloom tomatoes, radish, cucumber, hairco vert, red potatoes, lemon vinaigrette
Sandwiches
Classic Pastrami
$14.00
homemade brisket pastrami, rye bread, coleslaw, swiss, special sauce
Honey Glazed Ham and Cheese
$14.00
honey smoked ham, sharp cheddar, sourdough, LTO, pickles mayo, mustard
Veggie Wrap
$14.00
hummus, grilled vegetables, sprouts, red quinoa, cucumbers, roasted peppers
Chicken Salad Wrap
$14.00
chicken salad, arugula, dried cherries, celery, red onions, chopped bacon, dijon, mayo
Boxes
Mezze Box
$14.00
hummus, baba ghanoush, stuffed grape leaves, olives, feta, naan
Charcuterie Box
$14.00
two artisan salamis, two artisan cheeses, grapes, nuts, dry fruit, mustard
Smoked Salmon Box
$14.00
Santa Barbara smoke house salmon, capers, whipped cream cheese, sliced tomatoes, red onions, sliced baguettes
Sides
Chips & Salsa
$7.00Composed Mixed Salads
$7.00
orzo, potato salad, taboulleh
Fresh Cut Fruit
$7.00Simple Garden Salad
$7.00Yogurt Parfait
$7.00Signature Cocktails
Rum Runner
$17.00
captain morgan white and spiced rums, dubouchett blackberry and banana liqueurs, pineapple juice, lime juice, grenadine
Kona Kai Mai Tai
$16.00
bacardi superior rum, captain morgan spiced rum, orange and pineapple juice, goslings black seal rum
Blue Hawaiian
$18.00
bacardi quatro aged rum, dubouchett blue curacao, cream of coconut, pineapple juice
Painkiller
$16.00
bacardi superior rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, cream of coconut
Dark & Stormy
$16.00
goslings black seal rum, ginger beer, lime juice
Spicy Melon Margarita
$16.00
volcan de mi tierra blanco tequila, watermelon, lime juice, fresh muddled jalapeños
Yacht Broker Margarita
$18.00
patron silver tequila, grand marnier, lime juice
Smokey Mule
$16.00
el silencio espadín mezcal, canton ginger liqueur, ginger beer, lime juice, tajin rim
The Cosmo-Kai
$17.00
grey goose vodka, canton ginger liqueur, lime juice, cranberry juice
Mojito Summer Spritz
$17.00
ketel one cucumber and mint botanical vodka, st. germain elderberry liqueur, club soda, lemon juice, mint, prosecco floater
Wine
Prosecco, Mionetto Brut
$15.00
Treviso, Italy
Champagne, Lallier R19 Brut
Ay, France
- glass $24.00
Pinot Grigio, Alto Vento
$16.00
Veneto, Italy
Riesling, Firestone
$14.00
Santa Barbara, California
Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford
$17.00
Marlborough, New Zealand
Chardonnay, Drumheller
$15.00
Columbia Valley, California
Chardonnay, Meiomi
$16.00
California
Rosé, Bertrand Cote des Roses
$17.00
Gérard Bertrand "Cote des Roses", France
Pinot Noir, 'Sea Sun,'
$16.00
Solano County, California
Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin
$16.00
Paso Robles, California
Beer
Please ask your server or bartender for current selection of domestic, imported and local craft beers and rotating seasonal selections
*Before placing your order, please inform your server if anyone in your party has a food allergy. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. A 6% surcharge has been added to all guest checks in support of the recent increases in minimum wage and benefits for our dedicated team members. An 18% service charge will be added to guest checks for groups of six or larger. WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. WARNING: Certain foods and beverages sold or served here can expose you to chemicals including acrylamide in many fried or baked foods, and mercury in fish, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DRY SHELF
Whole Fresh Fruit
$3.00Artisan Chocolate & Candy
$5.00Flatbread Crackers
$7.00Assorted Chips
$5.00Dried Fruit and Nuts
$8.00Rockenwagner pastries
$6.00Assorted snacks and protein bars
$3.00Dessert Bars and Cookies
$6.00SALADS
Roasted Chicken Caeser Salad
$14.00
croutons, parmesan, lemon, anchovies, caesar dressing
Sesame Ginger Crunch Salad
$14.00
house smoked salmon, shredded carrots, zucchini, napa cabbage, mandarin oranges, radish, mint, chopped cashews, snap peas, sesame miso dressing
Mediterranean Salad
$14.00
baby lettuce, pepperoncini, olives, pickled onions, chickpeas, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, lemon honey vinaigrette
Nicoise Salad
$14.00
Seared Ahi tuna, arugula, hard boiled egg, heirloom tomatoes, radish, cucumber, heir covert, red potatoes, lemon vinaigrette
SANDWICHES
Classic Pastrami
$14.00
homemade brisket pastrami, rye bread, coleslaw, swiss, special sauce
Honey Glazed Ham and Cheese
$14.00
honey smoked ham, sharp cheddar, sourdough, LTO, pickles mayo, mustard
Veggie Wrap
$14.00
hummus, grilled vegetables, sprouts, red quinoa, cucumbers, roasted peppers
Chicken Salad Wrap
$14.00
Chicken salad, arugula, dried cherries, celery, red onions, chopped bacon, dijon , mayo
BOXES
Charcuterie Box
$14.00
two artisan salamis, two artisan cheeses, grapes, nuts, dry fruit, mustard
Mezze Box
$14.00
hummus, baba ghanoush, stuffed grape leaves, olives, feta, and naan
Smoked Salmon Box
$14.00
Santa Barbara smoke house salmon, capers, whipped cream cheese, sliced tomatoes, red onions, sliced baguettes
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General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
American - Contemporary
Bar
Dessert
Seafood
Meals
Breakfast
Brunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
7:00am - 10:00am
Tuesday:
7:00am - 10:00am
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday:
7:00am - 10:00am
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday:
7:00am - 10:00am
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday:
7:00am - 10:00am
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday:
7:00am - 2:00pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Sunday:
7:00am - 2:00pm
Additional Information:
Vessel Bar is open an additional hour after the restaurant closes for beverage offerings!