Fort Oak

Welcome to Fort Oak, a New American restaurant located in San Diego, CA. This restaurant offers a range of dining experiences, from casual to classy, making it perfect for any occasion. With a focus on quality and flavor, Fort Oak provides a diverse menu with options for Pescatarians, vegans, and even offers catering services.

Customer reviews rave about the incredible food and great atmosphere at Fort Oak. Dishes like clams and mussels, ribeye, pork chops, and the standout lamb chops have left diners impressed. The attention to detail in the preparation of each dish, from the branzino to the goat milk cavatelli, showcases the culinary expertise of Chef Brad Wise.

With options like the watermelon heirloom tomato salad, fried quail, and ahi tartare, Fort Oak offers a burst of flavors in each bite. The creativity in dishes like the beef tartare with a Thai lemongrass twist and the rich flavors of the Pork Chop highlight the culinary excellence of the restaurant.

For a sweet ending, diners can indulge in desserts like the berry pie with a scoop of vanilla or the Cookies N' Cream Beignets. The combination of fresh ingredients and skillful preparation make each dessert a delightful treat.

Whether you're looking for a cozy brunch spot, a fancy date night location, or a place to celebrate with friends, Fort Oak promises a memorable dining experience. With a full bar, outdoor seating, and attentive service, Fort Oak invites you to savor every moment of your meal.

Step into Fort Oak and embark on a culinary journey that delights the senses and leaves you craving more. From the fresh sourdough bread to the flavorful vegetable dishes and mouthwatering entrees, Fort Oak offers a dining experience that is truly unforgettable.

Fort Oak Menu

Location

Address: 1011 Fort Stockton Dr San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: (619) 722-3398

🕓 Work Hours
MON 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
TUE Closed
WED 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
THU 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
FRI 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SAT 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SUN 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Delivery
    No
  • Pescatarian Options
    Yes
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Classy, Casual
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good for Brunch, Dinner, Dessert
    Yes
  • Street Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Black-owned
    Yes
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Private Dining
    Yes
  • Open to All
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    No
  • Not Good For Kids
    No
  • Smoking
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Bike Parking
    No

Last Reviews

  • Author: Andy H.

    01 September 2024

    Incredible food, great atmosphere. It's an "indoor/outdoor" type of restaurant. Super casual as you would except from a restaurant in this part of San Diego - Mission Hills. Food is amazing, and that's the important part. Helps that service is fantastic as well. Our party had almost a bit of everything - clams and mussels, sourdough bread, ribeye, pork chops, and the highlight, even though I'm actually not a big fan of lamb, was their lamb chops. It was the clear winner for everyone. Usually it's a bit to 'gamey' for me, not theirs. Cooked to perfection, this is a dish I would gladly return for. The desserts were good too - my favorite was the berry pie with a scoop of vanilla on top. Thanks for a great evening!

  • Author: Amy L.

    12 August 2024

    The restaurant is modern and elegant, the service was top tier, and the food was fantastic. We ordered the watermelon heirloom tomato salad and I had no idea watermelon and tomatoes could taste this good. The fried quail was also very yummy, very tender and flavorful! Drinks were strong but well-balanced. Ahi tartare was also very good ! Would recommend for a fancy date night :)

  • Author: Leo F.

    07 August 2024

    I want to give Fort Oak five stars, but the blue chairs, for the outdoor seating, are not conducive to sitting any duration. I was recently there for a friend's birthday dinner with nine other people. Since there food is family style, you want to sit, chat, keep ordering food, drink, order more food etc. We were there for about 90 minutes, at which point, I don't think any chairs would've been comfortable. Lol, however, I noticed that they had more cushioned chairs under the covered part of their restaurants. I assume the blue outdoor chairs hold up better under various weather conditions. With that said, the food is amazing. Every bite of every dish was five stars. The service, our server was Jeff or Geoff, was five stars...the enthusiasm in which our server described the food, "The steak is butter..." had my mouth watering before the food even arrived. Most importantly, the serving sizes were satisfying. I ordered the branzino, which was already deboned. I actually like navigating around the bones, it allows me to play with my food in a fun way, but no points off for that. We also ordered vegetables (carrots, broccoli and something else), all I say is WOW! I could've just eaten the veggie dishes. If kids ate these veggies, they would always eat their veggies. It was reminiscent of what Chef Charlie Trotter would do (I'm from Chicago). Other members of the party ordered steak and lamb chops, which they all loved. I've never seen everyone clean their plates. My girlfriend actually licked the bowls! Looking forward to coming back and trying the salmon and whatever other veggies I hadn't tried the first time. The ambience and sound were also stellar...sound as in some restaurants are so loud or the acoustics are so bad, it's challenging to have a conversation. Oh, and they bring you out FRESH sourdough bread, which is so fresh, I felt the steam coming off of it as they laid it on the table; extremely aromatic. It was devoured within minutes. Fort Oak has nailed the experience, front to back. My hats off to Chef Brad Wise.

  • Author: Terrence S.

    18 July 2024

    Came here for dinner for reservation, and we were able to be accomodated to an outdoor seating where most of their tables are. It's a nice looking set up but can get a bit cold at night, and not all tables have the fire heaters. Sourdough bread- not the biggest fan of the crust which almost looks like tree bark, and is almost as dry and tough as one. The inside is nice and soft and easy to eat though. Also not the biggest fan of the butter. It's not as soft and melted as it looks and doesn't taste as buttery as I would have hoped. 2/5 Scallop Aguachile- Super fresh! I personally think scallops complement best with super savory things like bacon/ham, but this is more of a light summer vibe, served warmish cool, with a sour twist of salsa, olive oil, and cilantro. Not my personal favorite since it felt like the scallop's taste wasn't fully utilized but I can appreciate it. 4/5 Ahi Tartare-One of the better dishes. The fish is fresh, and the taste is a good mixture of savory, salty, tangy, and umami. Spread it on the brioche toast and this dish quickly disappeared because it was so good! 5/5 Ora King Salmon- not bad, the skin is crispy and salty, and the meat part is soft and not dry. You have to make an effort to mix the meat with the sauce to get the best experience; the creamy sauce is where all the flavor is 4/5 Goat Milk Cavatelli- A dish that is also on the more flavorful side, without necessarily being too heavy. It's topped with truffle so of course it's gonna be good, hard to mess that up. Broccoli, sausage, and the cheese choice are a perfect blend of ingredients. 4/5

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