welcome to iris food and spirits!
nestled across from the beautiful lagoon at torrey pines reserve in del mar, iris food and spirits matches the scenery with contemporary american updates to world food, a true 'melting pot' cuisine.
enjoy lunch or dinner served with casual professionalism on our covered patio or in our dining room, both with spectacular views of the lagoon. chose from our extensive lists of handcrafted beers and wines to complement your food, or just watch nature play out for you as the sun sets...
chef/owner tommy golden has been involved in the san diego dining scene since he moved here from boston almost 20 years ago, opening awardwinning restaurants parkhouse eatery in hillcrest, in 1995 and beachgrass cafe in solana beach in 2000.
deciding to move on to a new project, tommy sold his two restaurants, and along with his brother edd, found this fabulous spot for iris, in del mar in 2007.
our menus change often, retaining some favorites throughout the year. we use local ingredients and organics as much as possible, along with the best that the rest of the world has to offer.
- lunch served mon - fri, 11am - 2pm
- dinner served mon - sun, from 5pm
upcoming events
-iris is on the cooking channel !!!
- click here to join the iris email club
- patio seating with lagoon view
- full bar with inventive specialty cocktails
- great wine and beer list with tons of local brews
- special parties from 8 to 80 people
- gift certificates available
- reservations recommended
lunch menu
lunch starters
tommy’s pate
creamy smooth chicken liver, apple and pear pate w/ herbed crostini...8.5
crispy sweet potato spring rolls
sweet potato, pancetta and roasted serrano spring rolls, gingered beet sauce...8.5
baked goat cheese
basil pesto, roasted garlic, caramelized onions, and crostini...9.5
crispy calamari
panko crusted w/ soy wasabi dipping sauce...9.5
clam chowdah
tommy's award winning gluten free chowdah, made with whole carlsbad aqua farms' clams. ...cup 6...bowl 11.5
seasonal soups
changes daily. ...cup 5...bowl 9.5
sandwiches
served with fries, mixed greens or daily chef's salad
pan seared chicken sandwich
mildly spicy serrano/orange marmalade, goat cheese, organic baby arugula...12.5
grilled ahi sandwich
grilled rare, w/ grilled onion, baby lettuce, roasted red pepper aioli...16
iris mexitaliano wrap
kalua pork, tuscan beans, grilled onion, leeks, special buttermilk sauce and salsa fresco ...13
grilled angus cheddar burger
8 oz of prime angus, cheddar, lettuce, tomato and red onion...12
grilled chicken sandwich
grilled chicken breast, w/lettuce, tomato, onion and basil pesto...11.5
classic blt
awesome double smoked bacon, lettuce tomato and mayo...11
grilled salmon sandwich
arugula, lemon-caper aioli, red onion, mixed greens and tomato...16
iris grilled fish tacos
w/ shredded cabbage, buttermilk sauce, cheddar and salsa fresco on corn tortillas...12
blue crab cake sandwich
w/ sweet red pepper puree, lettuce, tomato, and onion...16.5
tommy’s meatloaf sandwich
made with angus beef, lettuce, tomato catsup and cheddar cheese...11.5
roasted turkey sandwich
w/ lettuce, tomato, mayo and sun dried cranberry relish...11
iris p.l.t.
tommy's favorite super crispy pepperoni, lettuce, tomato and may mmm...11.5
veggie sandwich
roasted red peppers, raw and caramelized red onion, avocado, mixed baby lettuce, tomato and goat cheese ...11
salads
all salads can be served as wraps, w/ fries, mixed greens or daily chef's salad.
buttermilk fried chicken salad
romaine, tomatoes, bacon and avocado w/ gorgonzola dressing...13.5
crispy calamari salad
mixed greens, crisp asian veggies, spicy wasabi aioli and lemon...14.5
southwest shrimp salad
mixed baby lettuce, bell peppers, grilled corn, tomatoes and avocado tossed with large sautéed shrimp and southwest vinaigrette...16
iris seafood salad
baby greens, lobster, shrimp, scallops and ahi sashimi tossed w/ sesame vinaigrette...19.5
grilled salmon salad
grilled or blackened w/ crisp lettuce, tomato, balsamic vinaigrette...16.5
grilled steak salad
prime flatiron steak, mixed greens w/ tomato and grilled onion, gorgonzola dressing...16
iris house salad
mixed greens, golden raisins, cucumber and sweet red pepper w/ warm walnut crusted brie and balsamic vinaigrettelarge ...11small ...6.5
classic caesar
romaine lettuce, killer croutons and parmesan, large...12 small...7
jerry's salad
organic baby arugula, chopped red onion and tomato, gorgonzola balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil large...12 small...7
an 18% gratuity will be added to all parties of 6 or more
there is a minimum $2.50 plate fee for split items.
tommy and edd welcome you to iris food and spirits
we use local organics whenever possible along with the best the rest of the world has to offer
starters
crispy calamari
panko crusted calamari, soy wasabi dipping sauce ...9.5
crispy sweet potato spring rolls
sweet potato, pancetta and serrano spring rolls, gingered local ruby beet sauce...8.5
braised pork tostadas
house made kalua pork on crispy corn tortillas, spicy buttermilk sauce, caramelized onion and cilantro ...9.5
asian bbq baby back lamb ribs
grilled lamb riblets, sweet and spicy asian bbq sauce...11
tommy's pate
creamy smooth chicken liver, apple and pear pate, grilled crostini...8.5
tempura firecracker shrimp
tempura shrimp, tossed with mildly spicy chili soy sauce ...10.5
baked goat cheese
warm california chevre with basil pesto, roasted garlic and caramelized onion, herbed crostini ...9.5
pan roasted carlsbad aqua farms black mussels
with a spicy tomato basil sauce, grilled bread ...12.5
grilled pizzetta
smoked grilled pizzetta topped with duck confit, pumpkin seed pesto, fig and gorgonzola cheese ...10.5
pan fried duck pot stickers
ginger, garlic, napa cabbage, shiitake mushrooms and leeks with soy, sweet chili, lemongrass dipping sauce ...10
soups and salads
iris organic baby greens
golden raisins, cucumber, sweet red pepper with warm walnut crusted brie, balsamic vinaigrette ...7.5
caesar salad
romaine, croutons and parmesan in a classic caesar dressing ...8
jerry’s salad
organic baby arugula, red onion, tomato and gorgonzola. balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil ...9
way back retro iceberg salad
iceberg wedge, seasonal tomatoes, blue cheese dressing and mmm.. bacon ...10
greens and berries
mixed organic greens and assorted fresh berries tossed with ruby grapefruit vinaigrette ...8
crispy blue crab cake salad
baby organic greens, green apple and caramelized onion tossed with blood orange vinaigrette ...16
ahi poke
killer ahi tossed with avocado, mango and cilantro, sesame and soy ...16.5
chef’s seasonal soups
soups of the season...cup ...5 bowl ...9.5
clam chowdah
tommy's award winning gluten free chowdah, made with whole Carlsbad aqua farms
...cup ...6 bowl ...11.5
entrees
iris cassoulet
chicken breast and italian sausage with tuscan beans, pancetta, pepperoncini, tomato and sage ...22
tommy's pork and beans
prime pork belly and grilled pork loin, crispy green beans and tommy's homemade boston baked beans...24
savory lamb meatloaf
mediterranean spiced w/garlic and feta cheese, veggies, mashed potatoes and homemade ketchup ...23.5
crispy skinned duck leg confit
with porcini mashed potatoes, blood orange sauce and seasonal veggies ...24.5
grilled semi-boneless game hen
pancetta and sage corn bread stuffing, local green beans, evoo and lemon...26
pan braised sea bass
white wine, kalamata olives, roasted red peppers and capers, crispy herbed potatoes and leeks, green beans ...28
boneless spicy crusted prime pork loin
with apple, pear and dried cranberry chutney, mashed potatoes and veggies ...24.5
chicken milanese
pan fried breaded chicken breast served with angel hair pasta, seasonal veggies and lemon caper beurre blanc ...20.5
grilled prime flatiron streak
wild mushroom demi-glace, iris au gratin potatoes with gorgonzola and parmesan, with sautéed veggies ...26.5
cabernet braised prime boneless beef short rib stew
roasted garlic, parsnip, local carrot and leeks, shiitake mushrooms, potatoes and baby spinach in pan juices ...27
grilled atlantic salmon
grilled asparagus, root vegetable risotto cake and sweet English pea purée ...23.5
penne with tomato braised boneless prime lamb shank
leeks, red onion, whole roasted garlic cloves, organic local baby spinach ...24.5
roasted veggie lasagna
tomato, roasted garlic and basil sauce, mild goat cheese ricotta, fresh mozzarella and asiago cheese ...21.5
18% gratuity will be added to all parties of 6 or more. $5.00 plate charge for all split entrees
cocktails menu
all the usual suspects, with prices starting at $5.50 and up, depending on which brand you choose.
plus these fabulous iris specialty cocktails...
iris petal 10.5
fabulous magellan gin, produced at angeac, is distilled with local botanicals and fresh iris petals giving it a clean crisp taste and blue hue. it is shaken with blueberry essence and served in a martini glass rimmed with a hint of citrus and sugar, garnished with blueberry and blood orange.
golden iris petal 10.5
rain organic american vodka served up in a martini glass rimmed with house made liliquoi syrup, garnished with lemon. tart and just a bit sweet.
gibby’s ginger gem 10.5
sweet and sassy martini with absolut pear, ginger beet purée, lime juice and a splash of ginger ale. garnished with fresh pear and candied ginger.
iris cherry blossom 10.5
effen black cherry vodka with a splash of cranberry and a tart blast of lime. served up in a martini glass with a wedge of lime. the bro’s total fave...
kelly’s orange mint julep 10
buffalo trace bourbon and grand marnier muddled with mint. served over ice with a fresh orange slice. mmm...
iris margarita 11
maestro dobel diamond tequila, a blend of reposado, anejo and extra anejo filtered to give it diamond clarity, tommy’s spicy orange/serrano syrup and lime juice shaken and served up in a salted glass. wicked awesome dude...
oh no you di’int-tini 9.5
sassy, spicy pepperoncini infused absolut vodka shaken and served dirty with a gorgonzola stuffed pepperoncini garnish. ah, back in the day...
agave sunset 9.5
paqui reposado tequila, agave syrup, fresh ruby grapefruit juice and a splash of cranberry and orange juice make this a great twist on the traditional sunset.
ben’s lemon basil bomb 9.5
absolut citron shaken with super tart lemony syrup, a splash of homemade lemonade and fresh local organic basil. served up in a martini glass with a twist of lemon. so refreshing...
wine list
whites
half – bottles
carmel road chardonnay monterey ...24
dry creek sauvignon blanc sonoma ...21
duckhorn migration chardonnay russian river ...32
sparkling
deutz classic nv champagne ...97
mas fi brut rose spain ...28
zonin prosecco veneto ...34/8.5
chardonnays
jenner sonoma coast ...42/10.5
healdsburg ranch un-oaked sonoma ...28/7
j. lohr arroyo secco ...32/8
san simeon monterey ...36/9
tobin james radiance paso robles ...38/9.5
tolsa edna valley ...46/11.5
hook and ladder russian river valley ...44/11
freemark abbey carneros ...52/13
ferrari carano ‘tre terre’ russian river ...56/14
chalk hill chalk hill ...86
kistler noisetiers sonoma ...99
other whites
lurton torrontes ‘tierra de luna’ argentina ...26/6.5
sykleaf riesling new zealand ...24/6
arona sauvignon blanc marlborough n.z. ...32/8
benvolio pinot grigio friuli ...30/7.5
hedges cms blend washington ...34/8
chateau st. florian white bordeaux france ...28/7
haut marin cuvee marine cotes de gascogne ...32/8
paco & lola albarino spain ...38/9.5
tablas creek patelin paso robles ...44/11
rosé
chateau du rouet cotes du provence ...30/7.5
e. guigal cotes du rhone ...34/8.5
reds
half – bottles
macrostie pinot noir carneros ...26
matanzas creek merlot bennett valley ...36
duckhorn paraduxx napa ...47
cabernet sauvignon
yalumba 'y' series Australia ...32/8
murphy-goode sonoms coast ...36/9
j. lohr paso robles ...38/9.5
raymond sommelier selection napa/sonoma ...48/12
ferrari carano alexander valley ...54/13.5
silver stag 2005 napa ...79
cain concept 2006 napa ...115
chalk hill 2005 chalk hill ...99
justin isosceles 2005 paso robles ...125
nickel & nickel rock cairn vineyard 2006 oakville ...147
duckhorn decoy napa ...64/16
pinot noir
fire road marlborough ...32/8
san simeon central coast ...36/9
hook and ladder russian river ...58/14.5
baileyana edna valley ...52/13
duckhorn migration anderson valley ...72
duckhorn goldeneye anderson valley ...89
other reds
llama malbec argentina ...30/7.5
j. lohr merlot paso robles ...34/8.5
del fin del mundo malbec argentina ...36/9
tobin james ‘rock and roll’ syrah paso robles ...42/10.5
kokomo zinfandel dry creek valley ...38/9.5
hedges three vineyard washington state ...56/14
duckhorn decoy napa ...64
justin justification 2006 paso robles ...74
duckhorn paraduxx napa ...93
rutherford hill reserve merlot 1999 napa ...115
cain five cabernet blend 2003 napa ...159
antinori tignanello super tuscan 2006 tuscany ...178
cinnabar mercury rising paso robles ...44/11
alex sotelo syrah sonoma ...48/12
iris cellar list available upon request
there is a minimum plate charge of 5.00 for all split items.
an 18% gratuity will be added to all parties of 6 or more.
beer list
brews
samuel adams boston lager ...4.95
like, duh !!!
amstel light ...4.95
a pale lager using light pilsner malt
sessions lager ...4.95
light, crisp lager, very easy drinking
dos equis ...4.95
mellow satisfying brew from mexico
fox barrel pear cider ...5.50
like biting into a ripe pear, hand crafted and all natural
shiner bock ...5.95
deep amber distinctively rich and full bodied
affligem belgium blond ...330ml. 5.95
the classic clear blonde abbey ale, with a bit of gentle rowdiness
stone india pale ale ...6.50
aromas of stone fruits and citrus, refreshingly bitter
paulaner hefe-weisen ...6.50
classic wheat beer with tropical fruit and spice flavors
green flash hop head red ...6.50
resinous hop character and bitterness balance the rich caramel malt base
fuller’s london porter ...11.2oz. 6.50
the definitive english porter… dark chocolate and coffee flavors
old speckled hen ...440ml. pub can 6.50
toffee and malt combine with hoppy bitterness for superior balance
youngs double chocolate stout ...330ml. 6.50
esspresso and cocoa, very bitter finish that’s just incredibly beautiful
victory golden monkey ...7.50
hoppier, brighter version of a belgian style pilsner
schneider aventinus, kelheim ...500ml. 9.50
wheat dopplebock dark beer with caramel, fruit and clove flavors
lightning elemental pilsner ...22oz. 11
bravarian style lager, crisp and clean, locally brewed in poway
stone smoked porter ...11.50
pitch black, medium body, sultry smokey chocolaty ale
bear republic hop rod rye ...22oz. 11.50
a very strong ipa, with tons of rye malt...mmm
lightning old tempest ...22oz. 14.00
subtly complex, an unfiltered, bold ale in the traditional british style
north coast brother thelonious ...750 ml. 14.50
strong dark ale proceeds help thelonious monk institute of jazz
lost abbey red barn ...750ml. 15.00
farmhouse ale w/ginger, bits of orange peel, black pepper…paradise
ask your server about today’s special brew
there is a minimum plate charge of 5.00 for all split items.
an 18% gratuity will be added to all parties of 6 or more.
happy hour
lunch served mon-fri, 11am-2pm.
dinner served mon-sun from 5pm.
upcoming events
octoberfest at iris
every saturday and sunday evening in october all beers on our award winning beer list are 1/2 price, all night long so come on in and eat, drink and be merry!!
upcoming events
iris is on the cooking channel !!!
tommy will be on the cooking channel's "united tastes of america," showcasing and preparing our asian bbq lamb ribs. we are very excited they chose us for their "ribs" show. first air time is tuesday, october 11 and it will be running at various times that week, so check out the cooking channel and set your recorders!!!
about us
nestled across from the beautiful lagoon at torrey pines reserve in del mar, iris food and spirits matches the scenery with contemporary american updates to world food, a true 'melting pot' cuisine.
enjoy lunch or dinner served with casual professionalism on our covered patio or in our dining room, both with spectacular views of the lagoon. chose from our extensive lists of handcrafted beers and wines to complement your food, or just watch nature play out for you as the sun sets...
chef/owner tommy golden has been involved in the san diego dining scene since he moved here from boston almost 20 years ago, opening awardwinning restaurants parkhouse eatery in hillcrest, in 1995 and beachgrass cafe in solana beach in 2000.
deciding to move on to a new project, tommy sold his two restaurants, and along with his brother edd, found this fabulous spot for iris, in del mar in 2007.
our menus change often, retaining some favorites throughout the year. we use local ingredients and organics as much as possible, along with the best that the rest of the world has to offer.
tolosa wine tasting
an assortment of up to 6 tastings of tolosa’s finest wines with the purchase of at least one starter per person. The event will be held july 23rd 2011 seating from 2:00pm till 4:30pm.
crispy calamari 9
panko crusted calamari, soy wasabi dipping sauce
crispy sweet potato spring rolls 8.50
sweet potato, pancetta and serrano chili, gingered local ruby beet sauce
braised pork tostadas 9
house made kalua pork on crispy corn tortillas, spicy buttermilk sauce, caramelized onion and cilantro
asian bbq baby back lamb ribs 11
grilled lamb riblets, sweet and spicy asian bbq sauce
tommy’s pate 8.50
creamy smooth chicken liver, apple and pear pate, grilled crostini
seasonal vegetable timballo 9
seasonal veggies layered with herbed ricotta with a raw tomato and basil salsa, crispy parmesan
cumin crusted chicken quesadilla 9.50
cotija and cheddar cheeses, grilled onions and roasted sweet red chilies, w/serrano orange marmalade
tempura firecracker shrimp 10.50
tempura shrimp, tossed with mildly spicy chili soy sauce
baked goat cheese 9.50
warm california chevre with basil pesto, roasted garlic and caramelized onion, herbed crostini
pan roasted carlsbad aqua farms black mussels 12.50
with a spicy tomato basil sauce, grilled bread
Iris presents: an evening with lightning brewery
thursday december 16th, 2010. $49.00 plus tax and gratuity
elemental pilsner
maine lobster and day boat scallop cake
spicy micro greens and killer tartar sauce
ionizer lager
penne with tomato braised lamb,
leeks and wild mushrooms, homemade aged ricotta
thunderweizen
tommy’s pork and beans
braised pork belly and grilled pork tenderloin,
port wine reduction, homemade baked beans and crispy green beans
old tempest ale
roasted pecan cheesecake
drunken figs and goats milk caramel
iris autumn wine dinner
6 pm, thursday october 1st
$59 plus tax and gratuity
heirloom tomato panzanella with grilled prawns
chilled basil brined prawns with local heirloom tomatoes, focaccia croutons, basil and evoo, crispy parmesan
albariño, rías baixas
black pepper and sugar cured salmon
with yukon gold and grilled corn mash, crispy green beans, mildly spicy red wine and concord grape reduction
villa antinori sangiovese blend, tuscany
iris cassoulet
pan seared chicken breast and sweet italian sausage stewed with tuscan beans, pancetta, roma tomato, pepperoncini, fresh sage and a hint of marsalla
la crema pinot noir, russian river
goat cheese carmel cheesecake
mild sonoma goat cheese blended with super rich caramel and a touch of black pepper, drizzled with apple cider syrup and smoked almonds
cambria tepusquet vineyard
late harvest viognier, santa maria valley
location...location...location...
reservations
for reservations please call us at 858.259.5878 or email us at irisfoodandspirits@gmail.com
2334 carmel valley road del mar, ca 92014
tel: 858-259-5878
irisfoodandspirits@gmail.com