World Famous American

World Famous Menu

(858) 272-3100
711 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
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Bar Menu - Soups


World Famous Lobster Bisque
$8.00
Served with hot French epis bread.
Pacific Clam Chowder
7.50
A San Diego tradition.

$Bar Menu - Lunch Specialties


Crunchy Sesame Jumbo Shrimp
$14.00
Crispy panko fried sesame seed jumbo shrimp, jasmine rice timetable-hoisin and mango chili sauce.
Beer Batter Fish and Chips
14.00
Coldwater white Icelandic cod, micro beer batter fried crispy fries, house-made tarter sauce.

$Bar Menu - Famous Seafood Taco

All seafood taco soft shell flour tortillas cabbage, white sauce, queso, pico and refried beans.
Guaymas Shrimp Taco Plate
$15.00
Grilled - achiote Cortez shrimp.
Baja Fish Taco Plate
$14.00
Batter fried - Icelandic cod.
Puerto Nuevo Lobster Taco Plate
16.00
Pan fried -

$Bar Menu - Sandwiches


Beach Side Crispy Cod Sandwich
$14.00
Crispy battered cod, shredded lettuce? sliced red onion, tomato, lemon caper tarter sauce local brioche bun - famous coleslaw.
8 oz. Famous Beach Burger
14.00
Ground sirloin flame-grilled medium well, crisp bacon sunny up egg, cheddar cheese, onion jam, leaf lettuce, tomato, gulf aioli-brioche bun and seasoned fries.

$Bar Menu - Draft Cold Brew Coffee

Non spirited.
12 oz. Chilled Glass Cold Brew Coffee
6.50

$Lunch Surfside Starters


Lobster Bisque Lunch
$8.00
Served piping hot with crisp French epis bread.
Big Island Ahi Poke Tacos Lunch
$13.00
Hawaiian poke style, crisp wonton skin, avocado mash - sesame ginger wasabi.
Crunchy Sesame Jumbo Shrimp Lunch
$15.00
Crispy panko fried sesame seed jumbo shrimp, jasmine rice timbale - hoisin and mango chili sauce.
Pacific Clam Chowder Lunch
$7.50
A San Diego tradition.
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms Lunch
$13.00
Poached jumbo mushrooms, pacific Dungeness crab, Parmesan crust - roasted.
Crispy Panko Crusted Calamari Lunch
14.00
Panko fried tender calamari strips, mango jicama cabbage slaw - chipotle aioli and apricot chili glaze.

$Lunch Specialties


Baja Cioppino Lunch
$16.00
Baja style fisherman stew, fresh fish, coastal shrimp, clams, mussels, root vegetables and safron herb lobster broth - charred bread.
Beer Batter Fish and Chips Lunch
$14.00
Coldwater white Icelandic cod, micro beer batter fried crispy fries - house-made tartar sauce.
Killer Vegan Tofu Bowl Lunch
$15.00
Seared tofu, toasted quinoa, pomegranate, shiitake mushroom, heirloom roasted vegetables - tomato herb vinaigrette.
Surfside Tuna Bowl Lunch
$15.00
Blackened ahi tuna, corn almond quinoa cake, heirloom roasted vegetables, shiitake mushrooms - mustard thyme aioli and tomato garlic herb vinaigrette.
Sierra Mar Grilled Alaskan Halibut Lunch
$18.00
Grilled northern halibut, sliced avocado, cherry tomato, squash, chayote escabeche - cilantro verde adobo.
Seafood Taco Plates Lunch
15.00-14.00
Softshell flour tortillas, cabbage, pico, white sauce, mix cheese - Veracruz black beans.

$Lunch Salads


Beach Front Chicken Cobb Salad Lunch
$14.00
Chopped roasted chicken breast, romaine hearts, celebrity baby greens bacon, diced eggs, artichoke hearts, pickled red onion, Kalamata olives, pear tomato and Gorgonzola cheese - tossed white balsamic vinaigrette.
Blackened Salmon Spinach Salad Lunch
$18.00
Iron skillet blackened salmon, baby spinach, blue Gorgonzola, caramelized red onion, pear tomato and toasted walnuts - warm honey bacon herb vinaigrette.
Knona Coast Shrimp Salad Lunch
$16.00
Grilled jumbo prawns, mixed greens, shaved Bermuda onion, mild local peppers, crisp wonton skins and dried cranberries - miso blood orange vinaigrette.
World Famous Lobster Salad Lunch
17.00
Chilled chopped Maine lobster, arugula, fingerling potatoes teardrop tomatoes, crisp bacon, diced egg and sliced avocado - lemon caper aioli dressing.

$Lunch Sandwiches


Crabcake Sliders Lunch
$14.00
3 Dungeness crab cakes, brioche mini buns, Roma tomato, leaf lettuce, thin red onion and caper tartar sauce. - crispy seasoned fries.
Famous Beach Burger Lunch
$14.00
8 oz. ground sirloin flame-grilled medium well, crisp bacon, sunny up egg, cheddar cheese, onion jam, leaf lettuce, tomato and gulf aioli - brioche bun and seasoned fries.
California Cheese Steak Sandwich Lunch
$14.00
Shaved prime rib, grilled onions, serrano peppers, jalapeno jack cheese, spicy aioli and French baguette - side fries.
Maine Lobster BLT Lunch
$17.00
Chopped Maine lobster, applewood smoked bacon, Roma tomato, arugula, Meyer lemon aioli - brioche bun and surfside slaw.
Beach Side Crispy Cob Sandwich Lunch
$14.00
Crispy battered cod, shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, tomato, lemon caper tarter sauce and local brioche bun - famous cole slaw.
Roasted Turkey Brie Sandwich Lunch
14.00
Roasted turkey, domestic Brie, fig jam, Dijon mustard, green apple, arugula spinach mix and kaiser roll - eggplant fries.

$Breakfast


California Omelette
$13.00
Chopped applewood bacon, guacamole and tomato - grated California cheeses.
South Beach Benedict
$14.00
Applewood crisp bacon, sliced tomatoes and avocado.
California Breakfast Burrito
$14.00
Grilled carne asada, scrambled eggs, potato, salsa fresca and cheese - red chipotle chili sauce, sour cream and guacamole.
Spicy Prime Rib Skillet
$17.00
Cast iron skillet blackened prime rib, smoked jalapeno butter and cheddar bacon hash - two eggs any style.
Carnita Chilaquiles
$13.00
Slow-braised pork carnitas and corn tortilla chips simmered in a spicy ancho chili sauce - 2 eggs over easy recommended, guacamole and sour cream.
Chilaquiles without Carnitas
11.00
Corn tortilla chips simmered in a spicy ancho chili sauce - 2 eggs over easy recommended, guacamole and sour cream.

$Breakfast Famous Omelettes

Omelettes are made from 3 large farm fresh eggs served with white rose potatoes and toast or beans and tortillas.
California Omelette
$13.00
Chopped applewood bacon, guacamole, tomato - grated California cheese.
Newport Lobster Seafood Omelette
$17.00
Lobster, shrimp and crab in a spicy seafood sauce with grated California cheese mix.
Beach Break Cobb
$14.00
Applewood bacon, black forest ham, smoked turkey breast, guacamole, Roma tomato and melted cheese.
Beef Ranchero Omelette
$14.00
Braised pulled prime rib of beef sauteed mild peppers, onions and Roma tomatoes - ranchero sauce with Jack and cheddar cheese.
Santa Cruz Pesto Vegetable Omelette
$13.00
Tomato, roasted Cauliflower and shallots, zucchini mushrooms cheese, basil and ranchero sauce.
Sausage, Mushroom Basil and Spinach
13.00
Sliced sauteed mushrooms, tender pork sausage fresh Spinach and basil with grated cheese.

$Breakfast Pozole


Pozole
8.00-11.00
Served weekends and holidays. Traditional celebratory brunch soup in a gujillo broth, tender pork chicken, hominy, onions, dried chilies, sliced cabbage. Choice of corn or flour tortillas.

$Breakfast House Benedicts

Served on grilled focaccia flat bread hand whipped hollandaise side famous potatoes.
Crabcake Floretine Benedict
$16.00
Panko crusted crab cakes, chopped spinach and artichoke.
Maine Lobster Benedict
$17.00
Butter poached maine lobster, asparagus spears.
Steak Arrachera Benedict
$15.00
Char-grilled carne asada, sliced avocado.
The Surfrieder Benedict
$14.00
Spinach and artichoke, asparagus spears and sliced tomato.
South Beach Benedict
$14.00
Applewood crisp bacon, sliced tomato and avocado.
Steak and Lobster Benedict
16.00
Grilled skirt steak, butter poached lobster. Need we say more?

$Breakfast Fresh Eggs


World Famous Wipe Out
$15.00
3 eggs, 2 buttermilk pancakes, choice of ham, bacon or sausage and choice of potatoes, black beans or fresh fruit.
Vegan Fruit and Yogurt Bowl
$10.00
Fresh strawberry and banana, coconut yogurt, oat granola mango-berry compote, agave nectar and crushed macadamia nuts.
Two Eggs
12.00
Choice - crisp bacon, juicy pork sausage or smoked ham with white rose potatoes and toast or beans and tortillas.

$Breakfast Beach House Hash


Veggie Breakfast Hash
$13.00
Chopped spinach, white rose potatoes, Spanish onions, mild peppers, sliced, mushroom, cherry tomato, corn salsa - 2 fresh eggs.
Spicy Prime Rib Skilled
$17.00
Cast iron skillet blackened prime rib - smoked jalapeno butter, cheddar, bacon, hash brown and 2 egg any style.
Kahlua Pork Hash
14.00
Slow-roasted smoked pulled tender pork, sauteed onion and peppers white rose potatoes, sweet corn salsa. 2 egg your call.

$Baja Breakfast

Served with black beans.
Huevos Rancheros
$13.00
2 eggs (any style) covered with a mild ranchero sauce and cheese on corn tortillas, sour cream and guacamole.
Beef Machaca con Huevos
$14.00
Egg scrambled with sauteed mild peppers, onions, tomato, shredded sirloin beef, chorizo and Mexican spices choice of corn or flour tortilla.
Chilaquiles
$11.00
Corn tortillas chips simmered in a spicy ancho chili sauce. 2 eggs over easy recommended, guacamole and sour cream.
Carnitas Chilaquiles
$13.00
Slow-braised pork carnitas and corn tortillas chips simmered in a spicy ancho chili sauce. 2 eggs over easy recommended, guacamole and sour cream.
California Breakfast Burrito
14.00
Grilled carne asada, scrambled eggs, potato salsa fresca cheese - red chipotle chili sauce sour cream and guacamole.

$From The Griddle

Served with whole whipped butter and warm maple syrup.
Beach House Pancakes
$12.00
Hawaiian style with roasted macadamia nuts, mango fresh strawberries and sliced banana.
Buttermilk Pancakes
$9.00
Thick country stack.
Epic Berry French Toast
$12.00
Egg dipped griddled focaccia, house-made wild berry sauce whipped cream and caramelized almonds.
Not So Traditional French Toast
$9.00
Cinnamon vanilla egg dipped griddled focaccia maple syrup - whole dairy butter.
Avocado Toast
$8.00
Artisan ciabatta, avocado mash, herb shallot vinaigrette micro mixed greens and grape tomato. Add 2 eggs for an additional charge and make it a meal.
Hearty Oatmeal
7.00
Simmered to order - brown sugar, golden raisin and whole milk.

$On the Side


Cheddar Bacon Hashbrowns
$4.00
1 Pancake
$5.00
Any kind.
1 Egg
$3.00
Style - your call.
Sliced Hass Avocado
$4.00
Applewood Bacon
$4.50
Black Forest Ham
$5.00
Sage Country Sausage
$4.50
Grilled Carne Asada
8.50

$Dinner Surfside Starters


Cruncy Jumbo Shrimp
$13.00
Sesame 6 panko fried large shrimp - sweet ancho chili sauce.
Big Island Ahi Poke Tacos
$13.00
Hawaiian poke style and crisp wonton skin, avocado mash - sesame ginger wasabi.
Asparagus Wellington
$12.00
Asparagus and bacon wrapped Parmesan puff pastry - balsamic reduction.
1/2 Dozen Steamed Clams
$10.00
Fresh little neck clams, white wine garlic butter and epis.
Pan Seared Scallops
$14.00
Large sea scallops and crispy potato pancake - lemon chive emulsion.
California Crab Cakes
$14.00
Pacific Dungeness crab meat, old bay herb breaded cilantro pesto cream and chipotle aioli - fresh corn salsa.
Roasted Brussel Sprouts
9.00
Walnut crumble and garlic Parmesan - balsamic reduction.

$Dinner Fresh Seafood


Harpoon Combination
$29.75
Seafood trio - roasted salmon, seared sea scallop, scampi jumbo shrimp, asparagus and scalloped potatoes.
Surfside Shrimp Bowl
$18.00
Spiced jumbo prawns, corn almond quinoa cake, heirloom roasted vegetables, shiitake mushrooms - mustard thyme aioli, tomato herb garlic vinaigrette puree.
Bacon Basil Seared Scallops
$29.00
Pan seared scallops, crispy potato cake and tear drop tomato bacon crumble basil puree - lemon chive butter emulsion.
Potato Wrapped Alaskan Halibut
$28.00
Fresh Alaskan halibut and wrapped in potato netting sauteed crisp oven finished - basil champagne cream sauce, asparagus spears and Parmesan, broiled Roma tomato.
Caribbean Mahi Mahi
$26.00
Grilled fresh dorado, pineapple chili sauce, coconut almond rice, roasted root vegetables and jerk spiced plantain crisps.
San Francisco Style Cioppino
$29.75
Sicilian fisherman stew, Maine lobster, fresh fish, jumbo shrimp, scallops, mussels and clams - tomato herb lobster broth.
Blackened Swordfish
$28.00
Skillet blackened swordfish, butter potato mash and roasted asparagus - caramelized red onion champagne sauce.
Black and Blue Salmon
26.00
Iron skillet blackened cold water salmon, Gorgonzola, wild mushroom, mac and cheese - grilled asparagus.

$Dinner By Land


Slow Roasted Prime Rib
$31.00
Roasted to a tender medium - hand cut, whipped butter potato mash, crispy balsamic Brussels sprouts, au jus and creamy horseradish sauce.
Beef Short Rib
$23.00
Braised Angus beef, whipped potato mash and asparagus spears - red wine demi sauce.
Spicy Filet Mignon
28.00
Salt and pepper corn crusted filet, onion confit, port demi, butter potato mash and roasted balsamic Brussel sprouts.

$Dinner Pasta


Chicken San Miguel
$19.00
Grilled chicken breast, asparagus, sherried wild mushroom and red chili flake sherry cream sauce - fresh fettuccine.
Capellini California
$16.00
Angel hair pasta, basil, spinach, Roma tomato, asparagus, Greek olive and Parmesan - garlic clam olive oil sauce.
Spicy Mardi Gras Pasta
22.00
Tender shrimp, andouille sausage, button mushrooms and fire roasted tomato creole sauce - fresh pappardelle pasta.

$Dinner Light Salad Meals


Seared Ahi Caesar Salad
$16.00
Sliced seared rare spicy fresh Hawaiian ahi, baby romaine garlic, lemon caper anchovy vinaigrette - shaved Parmesan.
Blackened Salmon Spinach Salad
$18.00
Iron skillet blackened salmon, baby spinach, blue Gorgonzola, caramelized red onion, pear tomato toasted walnuts - warm honey bacon herb vinaigrette.
World Famous Lobster Salad
$22.00
Chilled chopped Maine lobster, arugula, fingerling potatoes tear drop tomatoes, crisp bacon, diced egg and sliced avocado - lemon caper aioli dressing.
Killer Vegan Tofu Bowl
15.00
Seared tofu, toasted quinoa, pomegranate, shiitake mushroom heirloom roasted vegetables - tomato herb vinaigrette.

$Dinner A la Carte


Lobster Bisque
$8.00
Pacific Clam Chowder
$7.25
Dinner Caesar Salad
$7.00
Warm Spinach Salad
8.00

$Brunch Famous Omelettes

Omelettes are made from 3 large farm fresh eggs served with white rose potatoes and toast or beans and tortillas.
California Omelette
$13.00
Chopped applewood bacon, guacamole, tomato-grated California cheese.
Newport Lobster Seafood Omelette
$17.00
Lobster, shrimp and crab in a spicy seafood sauce with grated California cheese mix.
Beach Break Cobb Omelette
$14.00
Applewood bacon, black forest ham, smoked turkey breast, guacamole, Roma tomato and melted cheese.
Beef Ranchero Omelette
$14.00
Braised pulled prime rib of beef, sauteed mild peppers, onions and Roma tomatoes - ranchero sauce with Jack and cheddar cheese.
Santa Cruz Pesto Vegetable Omelette
$13.00
Tomato, roasted cauliflower and shallots, zucchini, mushrooms, cheese, basil and ranchero sauce.
Sausage, Mushroom Basil and Spinach Omelette
13.00
Sliced sauteed mushrooms, tender pork sausage, fresh spinach and basil with grated cheese.

$Brunch Pozole


Pozole
8.00-11.00
Served weekends and holidays. Traditional celebratory brunch soup in a guajillo broth tender pork and chicken hominy, onions, dried chiles, sliced cabbage - choice of corn or flour tortillas.

$Brunch House Benedict

Served on grilled focaccia flat bread hand whipped hollandaise side famous potatoes.
Crabcake Floretine Benedict
$16.00
Panko crusted crab cakes, chopped spinach and artichoke.
Maine Lobster Benedict
$17.00
Butter poached Maine lobster, asparagus spears.
Steak Arrachera Benedict
$15.00
Char-grilled carne asada, sliced avocado.
The Surfrieder Benedict
$14.00
Spinach and artichoke, asparagus spears and sliced tomato.
South Beach Benedict
$14.00
Applewood crisp bacon, sliced tomato and avocado.
Steak and Lobster Benedict
16.00
Grilled skirt steak, steamed lobster tail. Need we say more?

$Brunch Fresh Eggs

Served with white rose potatoes and toast or beans and tortillas.
World Famous Wipe Out
$15.00
3 eggs, 2 buttermilk pancakes, choice of ham, bacon or sausage and choice of potatoes, black beans or fresh fruit.
Vegan Fruit and Yogurt Bowl
$13.00
Fresh strawberry and banana, coconut yogurt, oat granola mango-berry compote, agave nectar, crushed macadamia nuts.
Two Eggs
12.00
Choice - crisp bacon, juicy pork sausage or smoked ham with white rose potatoes and toast or beans and tortillas.

$Brunch Beach House Hash


Veggie Breakfast Hash
$13.00
Chopped spinach, white rose potatoes, Spanish onions, mild peppers, sliced, mushroom, cherry tomato, corn salsa - 2 fresh eggs.
Spicy Prime Rib Skilled
$17.00
Cast iron skillet blackened prime rib - smoked jalapeno butter, cheddar, bacon, hash brown and 2 egg any style.
Kahlua Pork Hash
14.00
Slow roasted smoked pulled tender pok sauteed onions and peppers white rose potatoes sweet corn salsa. Include 2 eggs your call.

$Brunch Baja Breakfast

Served with black beans.
Huevos Rancheros
$13.00
2 eggs (any style) covered with a mild ranchero sauce and cheese on corn tortillas, sour cream and guacamole.
Carnitas Chilaquiles
$13.00
Slow-braised pork carnitas and corn tortilla chips, simmered in a spicy ancho chili sauce - 2 eggs over easy recommended guacamole and sour cream.
Chilaquiles
$11.00
Corn tortilla chips simmered in a spicy ancho chili sauce - 2 eggs over easy recommended guacamole and sour cream.
Beef Machaca con Huevos
$14.00
Egg scramble with sauteed mild peppers, onions, tomato, shredded sirloin beef, chorizo and Mexican spices. Choice of corn or flour tortillas.
California Breakfast Burrito
14.00
Grilled carne asada, scrambled eggs, potato, salsa fresca, cheese, red chipotle chili sauce sour cream and guacamole.

$Brunch From The Griddle

Served with whole whipped butter and warm maple syrup.
Beach House Pancake
$12.00
Hawaiian style with roasted macadamia nuts, mango fresh strawberries and sliced banana.
Not So Traditional French Toast
$9.00
Cinnamon vanilla egg dipped griddled focaccia, maple syrup - whole dairy butter.
Avocado Toast
$8.00
Artisan ciabatta, avocado mash, herb shallot vinaigrette micro mixed greens, grape tomato. Include 2 eggs for an additional charge and make it a meal.
Hearty Oatmeal
$7.00
Simmered to order - brown sugar, golden raisins and whole milk.
Buttermilk Pancakes
$9.00
Thick country stack.
Epic Berry French Toast
12.00
Egg dipped griddled focaccia, house-made wild berry sauce, whipped cream and caramelized almonds.

$Brunch on The Side


Cheddar Bacon Hashbrowns
$4.00
1 Pancake
$5.00
Any kind.
1 Egg
$3.00
Style-your call.
Sliced Hass Avocado
$4.00
Applewood Bacon
$4.50
Black Forest Ham
$5.00
Sage Country Sausage
$4.50
Grilled Carne Asada
$8.50

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