50 Best American Restaurants near Imperial Beach

“Food & Folks are always Fabulous“

“I was there for the first time this past weekend for the Canelo vs. Charlo fight and loved all of the positive vibes at this establishment.

The owners (Otto & Selena) are amazing!!

One thing I noticed is despite how busy they all were Otto had a smile on his face the entire time.

Normally when it's busy and chaotic people tend to lose their smile because their stressed out. This is proof that when your doing something your passionate about it's fun and you enjoy every minute of it.

All of the staff provided excellent customer service. Regina is my favorite!! ?

Dj's Money Miner & Jay 2 we're in the mix playing all the old school jams!! At one time all the boys took over the dance floor just vibing out Lol!! I know because theirs video footage Hahaha!!! ??‍♂️?

Can't wait to go back to try their food!!

Highly recommend checking out The Scorebord if you're ever in the area. You will not be disappointed!“

“Great burgers. Outstanding customer service“

“I love stopping by Arandas Café whenever I’m in Imperial Beach. It’s such a cute little spot and it always feels cozy. This time I got a matcha, their freshly squeezed orange juice, the Monte Cristo, and a parfait — everything was so fresh and honestly so yummy. The vibe is calm, the people are sweet, and it’s just one of those places you’re happy you found. Definitely one of my little go-to gems.“

“Tbh the food is pretty good but some find it bad or sickening. I personally love the food there and their service great. The atmosphere is just basic restaurant vibe but its not about the vibe it's about the food. Overall 4/5 stars. Id comeback every now and then.“

“Service and ambiance, exceptional service and night life… live dj, good musical and still able to have conversation“

“It is one of our favorite spots. Incredible food. Incredible service. Gorgeous atmosphere. Right in the heart of the village Coronado island.“

“Im gonna start with great service, delicious drinks and the food was on point. I enjoyed the lamb it was amazing. Oh please if you are over 21 please order the cold brew martini!!! The best dessert for me!“

“This place is just great. Come here every once in a while for lunch on the weekdays, but today, they had Chilaquiles with Carnitas. Totopos were really good, salsa was AMAZING & the Carnitas... Anyway, I really hope they have them more often!!!“

“We are from “the beef capital” of Australia and discovered The Lion’s Share during SDCC 2023. My husband has very high standards when it comes to meat (his family owned a cattle property) and he could not fault a single dish. We tried camel sausage for the first time and were amazed at the flavor. Every dish was delicious, and make sure you try the brussel sprouts. A restaurant that specializes under exotic meats that can make brussel sprouts that delicious is doing something right! It is our must visit restaurant when we visit San Diego“

“Just spent five nights at the Wyndham Baysidd and had breakfast every morning at Hazelwoods. Great food, fabulous staff. Highly recommend them. Ann & Steve from NJ“

“Very friendly and professional staff . Five star ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“

“Always great service and delicious food prepared fresh. Family atmosphere and worth the wait.“

“We had a lovely time. The food is soso good!“

“Friendly service. Not too expensive. Outside seating available. I had their Gyro sandwich. They didn't have the traditional toppings but meat was flavorful and veggies were fresh. It was a good sandwich. Their blue berry bread pudding with pistachio ice cream was absolutely wonderful. You don't see pistachio ice cream being served often and it's one of my favorites. So I was super happy.
The albondigas soup was good too but beware it has a bit of a spicy kick to it.“

“Absolutely adore this spot! The staff were friendly and welcoming, making the whole experience a joy. My swoosh burger came out perfectly cooked, and the fries were incredible. The local root beer added a fun, unique touch. I dined outside and soaked in the lively Gas Lamp atmosphere, which made the meal even better. Everything I tried was flavorful and satisfying. Can’t wait to come back — highly recommended!“

“Very fun experience, the concept is awesome! I tried the strawberry matcha chiller and was pleasantly surprised. The manager was super nice and made some recommendations, ended up getting three more drinks! It's exactly what you think, Tacobell making iced coffee but with their twist. I would come back again.“

“Dining and sight-seeing... Delicious and Beautiful“

“Great place, great food, service is excellent, everybody is having a good time and it shows, this place is a must in SD, whether you go as a couple or with friends, definitely recommended!!!“

“good hospitality and service an the prices are reasonable an the food is very good an the place is nice an clean , really like an enjoy eating their , may God bless them an their families 😎“

“So FRESH! So DELISH! Isabel was our servir. She anticipated our every need.“

“great staff. great food. so far I've had a few of their different plates, and all have been good“

“My husband and I had the absolute pleasure to dine at Juniper and Ivy for our 33 year anniversary. Not only did they have special menus for us, but we had a complete and very special experience start to finish.The staff were so welcoming and knowledgeable. We had what I would consider the best seats in the restaurant. We sat up at the kitchen bar, and were treated to an amazing dinner and “show “ The kitchen crew were so impressive and friendly to each other and us. We had such a great experience, that we canceled reservations at another restaurant on the same block for later in the week, so we could come back and try more. Same amazing experience at the next visit. Highly recommend, when we come back to SD we will prioritize another visit. Thank you so much for such a great experience!“

“Beautiful view food and service was excellent. Affordable. Highly recommend“

“Yummy food. Had the 805 fries and #5 Lumpia“

“As a local, Freddy’s Chophouse has become one of my go-to places, usually for drinks, that are always delicious! The bar & ambiance are a vibe and the bartenders are super friendly.

This time, I decided to stay for dinner and ordered the skirt steak with fries—and wow, it was amazing. The steak was cooked to perfection, bursting with flavor, and super juicy. I highly recommend for anyone looking for great food, excellent drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere.“

“Good job n thank you so much“

“Erick thank you nice service“

“Every time I come here the people are so welcoming and kind. Everyone is treated as a local coming here. Definitely come back over and over for the food, drinks, and service. Chris and Tyler always behind the bar with the greatest personalities and best drinks. Bailey and Erika are equally as amazing. Love the people here and the food and drinks just make it even better. Highly recommend.“

“Great place way under rated, sleeper…“

“Bartenders were great and friendly! Fun place to watch games! Love my girl Jordan!“

“Delicioso y muy bien servido“

“Great customer service I had the mobile app glitch called in and the manager Claudia helped me will definitely order again“

“awesome happy hour and bartenders“

“Our first time dinning our breakfast skillets are delicious. Service are quick and making we have enough hot coffee ☕.“

“Great burgers, quick service. Good value for money.“

“Overall excellent steak dinner“

“What a delightful surprise in the Marriott Marquis! Marina Kitchen is a fantastic waterfront restaurant with stunning panoramic views of the San Diego bay and marina—sitting there watching the boats and skyline is pure relaxation. The food is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented; the breakfast buffet is generous with great options (love the made-to-order omelets and fresh fruit!), and dinner dishes like the roast chicken and shisito peppers are spot-on delicious.“

“Awesome food, great service, perfect location“

“Had family visiting from out of town so decided to check out the hotel offerings and really enjoyed the lunch we had there.

No fuss, easy service, with quality options. Had the fried chicken sandwich but can’t do spice so they were kind enough to have it on the side. Still tasted great and rivals any good chicken sandwich out there.

My cousin loved his wagyu burger and apparently it’s one of their most loved items.

Great space and atmosphere and may have to come back to check out their live music events!“

“My family and I had a wonderful experience. The food, drinks, atmosphere, staff and price were on point. We definitely will be back to this restaurant.“

“Sirena was an amazing server! Drinks came out very quickly and food was great. Best server here for sure.“

“Had lunch with my sister. Great food and portions. Kyle our waiter was friendly and attentive.“

“Great service with Jeannie“

“super recomendado al 100% todo rico al momento preparado“

“This place is awesome! Whether you are vegan or not, the food is delicious and creative! The music, the food and the atmosphere (decor) JUST TRY IT!! It’s set in a great area.“

“We had awesome service by Dern! He was polite, friendly and outgoing. (Killer now tie too!) He made our experience so fun! I even witnessed his care for his customers as I watched him ensure an elderly man did not fall walking to the bathroom. Also, he seemed to interact positively with his teammates too. Thanks Dern! The facility and restrooms were clean. It was like stepping back in time. There are a lot of nostalgic things to take in. My husband and I split a classic hamburger, crinkle fries and a strawberry malt. All of it was delicious. My husband said, “if we lived here, I’d be a regular.”“

“Celebrated good friends’ birthdays on Fish and Chips night! Fun times with good food and great friends! 👍🏼😊🌻“

“Dynamic atmosphere. Luv the fact that show classic movies at the pool.“

“Nice find, tucked away in the back of base next to the golf course. Came here on a Thursday because that’s when they do the Fried Chicken plate. Food was delicious, I was expecting something that tasted canned but this was a welcome surprise. Staff was also really nice. They have a full bar but I didn’t imbibe during lunch. I wish they had more than Pepsi products at the fountain soda stand. Will come back again“