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Fort Oak

$50 and over

Contemporary American

1011 Fort Stockton Drive, San Diego, CA 92103

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Fort Oak

4.8

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Mission Hills

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Innovative

An ode to fire and sea, Fort Oak delivers the bold, wood-fired flavors that define Chef Brad Wise’s signature style. Centered around a live-fire hearth, the restaurant offers elevated yet approachable dishes alongside a refined seafood and raw bar. Smoke is the through line - simple, high-quality ingredients are transformed by flame into plates full of depth and character.

Dry-aged ribeyes, duck, and whole branzino showcase the hearth’s intensity, while freshly shucked oysters and seafood towers bring a raw, briny counterpoint. And while the meats and seafood command attention, the vegetables have earned a reputation of their own - charred, caramelized, and layered with surprising complexity. Some say they steal the show - but that’s up to you to decide.

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From the OpenTable editors: Since it opened in Mission Hills in 2019, Fort Oak has received numerous accolades both locally and nationally: That year, San Diego Magazine recognized it as a "Critic's Pick Best New Restaurant" and Conde Nast Traveler named it one of San Diego's best restaurants. In 2021, chef Brad Wise’s bold, wood-fired flavors showcased in dishes like lamb merguez kefta and grilled branzino with pepperonata also earned the restaurant a MICHELIN Plate. Book the chef’s counter for an intimate look at Wise and his team cooking on the open hearth.

Executive chef: Brad Wise

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Mon, Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 722-3398
Website
http://www.fortoaksd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Fort Oak’s four distinct dining spaces offer a seamless blend of past and present, celebrating San Diego’s rich history through thoughtful design and materials from multiple eras. Choose from a Mid-Century-inspired dining room, an open-air patios beneath the stars, or a striking 23-seat U-shaped bar set in the showroom of a 1930s Ford dealership.

Location
1011 Fort Stockton Drive, San Diego, CA 92103
Award-winning
1. OpenTable Icons 2026
2. OpenTable Icons 2025
Neighborhood
Mission Hills
Cross street
Hawk Street
Parking details
Parking available in surrounding area off Ibis St., Fort Stockton Dr., and Hawk St.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

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Experiences

Holiday Lunch Experience
$183.60 per person
Prepaid
1 - 12 people
Multiple dates available
San Diego’s favorite holiday tradition is back. Fort Oak’s Holiday Lunch returns for just six services in December. Chef Brad Wise serves four courses from the hearth, revisiting the holiday dishes behind his fondest memories and reimagining them through a modern, fire-forward lens. The result may be the best holiday meal you’ve had in ages. Expect a few surprises to carry the celebration well into the afternoon. Come in something festive. Clear your calendar. This one’s going to be good.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Fort Oak.

4.8

(712)

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Fort Oak offers an "always excellent" dining experience with exceptional food and service. Diners rave about the rib eye, pork chop, and desserts like apple crisp. The "smoky, wood-fired flavors" and "thoughtfully prepared" dishes make for a memorable meal. Despite occasional noise, the "outstanding service" and "amazing atmosphere" make Fort Oak a San Diego favorite.

712 Reviews

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Tom Gold
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Greta food and excellent service. Very nice dinner. Wonderful chef menu choices.
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JJ Gold
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great ambiance, and great service all around
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Gabrielle Gold
San Francisco15 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 29, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fort Oak is ALWAYS excellent. The service, the ambience and the food are always on point. I recommend the sourdough bread, the duck mouse, the rib eye, the baked potato and the caulini. Please save room for dessert - the apple crisp is the best I have ever had. Spending money here is worth every single penny!!!
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Bryant
Wisconsin2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 27, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible experience all around. Food was top notch, service was attentive. Couldn’t have been better.
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Debi Gold
San Diego29 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was exceptional. The rib eye was the standout. Ahi crudo and tartare were amazing. Chocolate mousse was fabulous. Cavatelli and roisotto & shrimp very rich and great for sharing. Love this place!
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Garrett Gold
San Diego9 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience and food with Ivan & the team in the kitchen chefs counter! The porkchop was and always is the show stopper!!
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brandon
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unreal experience, the service, the food, everything was tailored to perfection. One of those meals that’s so perfect you can’t stop but to feel grateful and happy eating. Five stars all around!!!
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Jose Gold
San Francisco13 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another impressive restaurant by Chef Brad Wise. 10/10 from start to finish, food impeccable, drinks impeccable. Top restaurant in SD!
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Alexa Gold
Orange County10 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 12, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
You can smell the wood fire grill the minute you park! And the flavors are so bold in all the dishes! We were so pleased with every item we ordered.
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Mónica
San Diego8 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 11, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been coming here since they first opened, and we absolutely love this restaurant! The food is always exceptional, and the service never disappoints. Yesterday was no exception. Our waitress was wonderful, and I only wish we had asked for her name so I could give her the recognition she deserves for such outstanding service. We always come back for the carrots, which are our absolute favorite! They recently updated the menu, and we had the chance to try the new trout dish yesterday. It was spectacular! Consistently delicious food, amazing service, and exciting new additions to the menu. We can’t wait to come back!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Mon, Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 722-3398
Website
http://www.fortoaksd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Fort Oak’s four distinct dining spaces offer a seamless blend of past and present, celebrating San Diego’s rich history through thoughtful design and materials from multiple eras. Choose from a Mid-Century-inspired dining room, an open-air patios beneath the stars, or a striking 23-seat U-shaped bar set in the showroom of a 1930s Ford dealership.

Location
1011 Fort Stockton Drive, San Diego, CA 92103
Award-winning
1. OpenTable Icons 2026
2. OpenTable Icons 2025
Neighborhood
Mission Hills
Cross street
Hawk Street
Parking details
Parking available in surrounding area off Ibis St., Fort Stockton Dr., and Hawk St.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

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Fort Oak

4.8

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Mission Hills

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Experiences are available.

Fort Oak

Make a reservation

Fort Oak

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

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Additional information

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Experiences

Holiday Lunch Experience

Concierge
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Reviews

Loved For

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