welcome to iris food and spirits!
please join our iris spirits club if you would like to be informed about upcoming events, including wine tastings, new menus, winemaker dinners, and more!!! club members also receive special promotional offers not available to the general public, as well as invitations to special tastings of new wines that have not yet been released and previews of our new menus.
now with full bar!!!
happy hour mon - fri 4 - 6pm
upcoming special events
restaurant week jan. 17-22
lightning beer dinner 10.22.2009 • 6pm
lunch served mon-fri, 11am-2pm.
dinner served mon-sun from 5pm.
tuesdays nights are byob nights - bring your favorite bottle in, and we will waive the corkage fee.
private parties - small intimate catered events - wine and beer tastings
lunch menu
lunch starters
tommy’s pate
creamy smooth chicken liver, apple and pear pate w/ herbed crostini...7.5
crispy sweet potato spring rolls
sweet potato, pancetta and roasted serrano spring rolls, gingered beet sauce...8
baked goat cheese
basil pesto, roasted garlic, caramelized onions, and crostini...8
crispy calamari
panko crusted w/ soy wasabi dipping sauce...8
asian bbq super meaty pork ribs
grilled pork riblets, sweet and spicy asian bbq sauce ...8.50
grilled pizzetta
w/ pumpkin seed pesto, duck confit, fig and gorgonzola cheese ...9
special soups
changes daily. cup...cup 4.5...bowl 8
sandwiches
w/ fries, mixed greens or daily special salad
pan seared chicken sandwich
mildly spicy serrano/orange marmalade, goat cheese, organic baby arugula...11
veggie sandwich
roasted red peppers, raw and caramelized red onions, avocado, mixed baby lettuce, tomato and goat cheese...10.5
grilled ahi sandwich
grilled ahi w/ grilled onion, baby lettuce, roasted red pepper aoli...14.5
grilled angus cheddar burger
8 oz of prime angus, cheddar, lettuce, tomato and red onion...11.5
grilled chicken sandwich
grilled chicken breast, w/lettuce, tomato, onion and basil pesto...11
classic blt
awesome double smoked bacon, lettuce tomato and mayo mmm...10.5
grilled salmon sandwich
arugula, lemon-caper aioli, red onion, mixed greens and tomato...14
iris grilled fish tacos
w/ shredded cabbage, buttermilk sauce, cheddar and salsa fresca...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
roasted turkey sandwich
w/ lettuce, tomato, mayo and sun dried cranberry relish...11
iris p.l.t.
super crispy pepperoni, lettuce, tomato and may mmm...11.5
salads
all salads can be served as wraps, w/ fries, mixed greens or daily special salad.
buttermilk fried chicken salad
romaine, tomatoes, bacon and avocado w/ gorgonzola dressing...13
crispy calamari salad
mixed greens, crisp asian veggies, spicy wasabi aioli and lemon...13.5
south west shrimp salad
mixed baby lettuce, bell peppers, grilled corn, tomatoes and avocado tossed with large sautéed shrimp and southwest vinaigrette...15.5
iris seafood salad
baby greens, lobster, shrimp, scallops and ahi sashimi tossed w/ sesame vinaigrette...19
grilled salmon salad
grilled or blackened w/ crisp lettuce, tomato, balsamic vinaigrette...15
grilled steak salad
prime flatiron steak, mixed greens w/ tomato and grilled onion, gorgonzola dressing...14.5
iris house salad
mixed greens, golden raisins, cucumber and sweet red pepper w/ warm walnut crusted brie and balsamic vinaigrettelarge ...10small ...5.5
classic caesar
romaine lettuce, killer croutons and parmesan, large...10 small...5.5
jerry's salad
organic baby arugula, chopped red onion and tomato, gorgonzola balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil large...11 small...6.5
there is a minimum plate charge of 2.50 for all split items.
an 18% gratuity will be added to all parties of 6 or more.
tuesday is b.y.o.b. night. bring in your favorite bottle of wine and we will waive the corkage fee.
dinner menu
starters
crispy calamari
panko crusted calamari, soy wasabi dipping sauce ...9
grilled pizzetta
duck confit, pumpkin seed pesto, gorgonzola cheese and fig ...9
crispy sweet potato spring rolls
sweet potato, pancetta and serrano spring rolls, gingered local ruby beet sauce ...8
asian bbq super meaty pork ribs
grilled pork riblets, sweet and spicy asian bbq sauce ...8.5
tommy’s pate
creamy smooth chicken liver, apple and pear pate, parmesan crostini ...8
seasonal vegetable timballo
seasonal veggies layered with herbed ricotta with a raw tomato and basil salsa, crispy parmesan ...8
cumin crusted chicken quesadilla
cojita and cheddar cheeses, grilled onions and roasted sweet red chilies, w/serrano orange marmalade ...9.5
tempura firecracker shrimp
tempura shrimp, tossed with mildly spicy chili soy sauce ...10
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
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 ...8.5
way back retro iceberg salad
iceberg wedge, seasonal tomatoes, blue cheese dressing and mmm.. bacon ...9
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 ...14
ahi poke
killer ahi tossed with avocado, mango and cilantro, sesame and soy ...15
chef’s seasonal soups
soups of the season...cup ...5 bowl ...9
entrees
iris cassoulet
chicken breast and italian sausage with tuscan beans, pancetta, pepperoncini, tomato and sage ...21
savory lamb meatloaf
mediterranean spiced w/garlic and feta cheese, veggies, mashed potatoes and homemade ketchup ...21.5
penne with garlic crusted chicken
gorgonzola cream, roasted shallots and sweet red onions, toasted pine nuts, baby spinach ...20
pan braised sea bass
white wine, olives, roasted red peppers and capers, crispy herbed potatoes and leeks, green beans ...25
crispy skinned duck leg confit
with porcini mashed potatoes, blood orange sauce and seasonal veggies ...23
panko crusted spicy boneless prime pork loin
with apple, pear and dried cranberry chutney, mashed potatoes and veggies ...21.5
soy lacquered salmon
grilled atlantic salmon with tomato ginger jam, sushi rice and veggies ...20
chicken milanese
served over angel hair pasta with seasonal veggies and lemon caper beurre blanc. ...18.5
farfalle with grilled day boat scallops
artichoke and white bean puree, roma tomato and baby spinach with grilled day boat scallops...26
grilled prime flatiron steak
wild mushroom demi-glace, garlic mashed potatoes and veggies ...23
tomato braised lamb shank
leeks, red onion, whole roasted garlic cloves and mashed yukon gold potatoes ...23.5
fish and chips...not!
crispy local catch, mashed yellow sweet potatoes, grilled green beans, spicy lemony tarter sauce ...20
cabernet braised prime boneless beef short rib stew
roasted garlic, parsnip, local carrot and leeks, shiitake mushrooms, potatoes and baby spinach in pan juices ...23
mona’s favorite pasta
linguine with veggies, roasted garlic and roma tomato, grilled corn, tuscan beans, baby spinach and arugula ...17.5
tuesday is b.y.o.b. all day...bring in your favorite bottle of wine and we will waive the corkage fee. 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 9.5
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 9
blue ice organic american vodka served up in a martini glass rimmed with house made liliquoi syrup, garnished with lemon. tart and just a bit sweet.
iris cosmo 9
absolute pear, citronage and white cranberry juice shaken and served up in a martini glass. sooooo good...
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 new fave...
oh no you di'int-tini 8.5
sassy, spicy pepperoncini infused absolute vodka shaken and served dirty with a gorgonzola stuffed pepperoncini garnish. ah, back in the day...
johnny's papaya mojito 8.5
papaya and mint shaken with light rum and house made papaya syrup. served over ice with fresh papaya garnish. mmm...
agave sunset 9
sauza hornitos, agave syrup, fresh ruby grapefruit juice and a splash of cranberry and orange juice make this a great twist on the traditional sunset.
gin and juice 9.5
welcome to the del mar hood. bombay sapphire, concord grape and lime juice served on the rocks with a splash of tonic. coolio...
green flash 9
midori, light rum, and apple puckers served on the rocks with lemonade, apple juice, and grenadine. a super refreshing start to just about anything...
sweet georgia brown 9
southern comfort, fresh peach purée, and house made ginger syrup shaken and served on the rocks with a splash of soda.
wine list
whites
half – bottles
dry creek fume blanc sonoma county ...19
martin ray chardonnay russian river ...23
poets leap reisling columbia valley ...26
la crema chardonnay russian river ...29
sparkling
henriot brut 1/2 bottle champagne ...49
vida organica sparkling chardonnay argentina ...28/7
zardetto prosecco veneto ...33
j sparkling rose sonoma county ...56
deutz classic nv champagne ...81
chardonnays
pure evil australia ...24/6
j. lohr arroyo secco ...28/7
tobin james radiance paso robles ...32/8
justin paso robles ...34/8.5
hook and ladder russian river valley ...36/9
alma rosa santa rita ...38/9.5
handley cellars dry creek ...40/10
freemark abbey carneros ...44/11
los alisos santa barbara ...48/12
trefethen oak knoll, napa ...57
chalk hill chalk hill ...76/19
kistler noisetiers sonoma county ...97
other whites
stella pinot grigio umbria ...24/6
veramonte sauvignon blanc chile ...26/6.5
villa antinori bianco tuscany ...28/7
benvolio pinot grigio friuli ...30/7.5
telmo rodriguez basa rueda ...32/8
justin sauvignon blanc paso robles ...34/8.5
whitehaven sauvignon blanc marlborough ...36/9
burgans albarino rias-baixas ...36/9
hook and ladder gewurztraminer russian river valley ...38/9.5
arrowood cote du blanc sonoma ...48
yangarra roussanne mclaren vale ...49
rosé
la vieille ferme cinsault grenache syrah cotes du ventoux ...28/7
e. guigal cotes du rhone ...32/8
reds
half – bottles
veramonte primus chile ...21
seghesio zinfandel sonoma ...28
matanzas creek merlot bennett valley ...34
duckhorn paraduxx napa ...46
cabernet sauvignon
calina reserva chile ...24/6
veramonte southern chile ...28/7
j. lohr paso robles ...30/7.5
clos la chance central coast ...38/9.5
raymond r collection napa ...44
justin paso robles ...52/13
chalk hill 2003 chalk hill ...79
atalon napa ...83
cain concept 2004 napa ...89
justin isosceles 2002 paso robles ...99
freemark abbey 1998 napa ...125
nickel & nickel rock cairn vineyard 2005 oakville ...130
heitz cellars bella oaks 1997 st. helena ...140
pinot noir
veramonte southern chile ...28/7
cartlidge browne central coast ...32/8
hook and ladder russian river ...48/12
betton lane willamette valley ...51
baileyana edna valley ...56/14
duckhorn migration 2006 anderson valley ...65
duckhorn goldeneye 2006 anderson valley ...83
other reds
cono sur carmenere chile ...24/6
perrin cotes du rhone rhone ...26/6.5
j. lohr merlot paso robles ...30/7.5
artazuri garnacha spain ...32/8
tobin james syrah “rock and roll” paso robles ...36/9
plungerhead zinfandel lodi ...38/9.5
hedges three vineyard washington state ...40/10
antinori villa antinori sangiovese blend tuscany ...44/11
justin orphan paso robles ...45
pirramimma petite verdot mclaren vale ...47
yangarra shiraz mclaren vale ...48/12
duckhorn decoy napa ...57
tobin james “james gang reserve” paso robles ...65
duckhorn paraduxx napa ...81
justin justification 2003 paso robles ...93
montes alpha m 2004 colchagua valley, chile ...107
rutherford hill reserve merlot 1999 napa ...125
cain five cabernet blend 2003 napa ...140
antinori tignanello super tuscan 2004 tuscany ...160
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.
tuesday is b.y.o.b. night. bring in your favorite bottle of wine and we will waive the corkage fee.
beer list
beers
samuel adams boston lager ...4.95
like, duh !!!
samuel adams black lager ...4.95
darker, richer roast, but still crisp, and again, duh !!!
amstel light ...4.95
a pale lager using light pilsner malt
red stripe, jamaica ...4.95
light, crisp lager from the caribbean
foster’s lager ...4.95
a mellow lager, it’s australian for beer
pacifico cerveza clara ...4.95
light and crisp, easy drinking mexican pilsner
stone india pale ale ...5.95
aromas of stone fruits and citrus, refreshingly bitter
paulaner hefe-weisen, munich ...5.95
classic wheat beer with tropical fruit and spice flavors
victory golden monkey, pennsylvania ...6.5
hoppier, brighter version of a belgian style pilsner
avery white rascal, colorado ...6.5
belgian style witbier with curacao orange peel and coriander
fuller’s london porter 11.2 oz ...6.5
the definitive english porter... dark chocolate and coffee flavors
victory storm king imperial stout ...7.95
esspresso and cocoa, very bitter finish that’s just incredibly beautiful
schneider aventinus, kelheim, bavaria 500 ml ...10.5
wheat dopplebock dark beer with caramel, fruit and clove flavors
lightning american amber ale 22.oz ...12
our american version of u.k. premium bitters locally brewed in poway
lightning elemental pilsner 22.oz ...12
bravarian style lager, crisp and clean, locally brewed in poway
black lightning porter 22.oz ...13.5
intense, rich malty aromas, freeking awesome. also from poway
bear republic hop rod rye 22.oz ...13.5
a very strong ipa, with tons of rye malt ...mmm
stone smoked porter 22.oz ...13.5
black in color, medium body, a smokey chocolaty ale
stone arrogant bastard ale 22.oz ...13.5
this malt and hop monster is not for the timid, so beware...
stone vertical epic 8.08.08 ... 13.5
peppery spice, kinda dry w/malt sweetness nice lingering bitterness
north coast brother thelonious 750 ml ...14.5
strong dark ale proceeds help thelonious monk institute of jazz
lost abbey judgment day 750 ml ...14.5
belgian style quadruple, dark and rich, with a vinous quality
lost abbey red barn 750 ml ...14.5
farmhouse ale w/ginger, bits of orange peel, black pepper...paradise
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.
tuesday is b.y.o.b. night. bring in your favorite bottle of wine and we will waive the corkage fee.
happy hour
lunch served mon-fri, 11am-2pm.
dinner served mon-sun from 5pm.
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.
lightning beer dinner
october 22, 2009 • 6pm
$49.00 plus tax and gratuity
crispy shrimp and grilled day boat scallops
baby greens, tart grapefruit vinaigrette, tommy’s tartar sauce
lightning thunderwizen
super meaty bbq pork riblets down east sweet and spicy bbq sauce, potato salad and slaw
lightning american amber
duck leg confit
porcini and roasted garlic mashed spuds, crispy green beans, blood orange sauce
lightning electrostatic ale
“graham cracker mush” cheesecake
whipped cream, maple vanilla syrup
lightning porter
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...
2334 carmel valley road del mar, ca 92014
tel: 858-259-5878 || fax: 858-259-6968
irisfoodandspirits@gmail.com