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!“

“I had dinner here last night with my wife and 2 kids. The service was amazing. The guy was passionate about beer and made sure we got drinks that we liked. The tacos were very very good, the pesto pasta was good. Selecting beer by the oz was cool. It allowed us to sample things we might not usually try.
After we ate we moved out to the patio and the guy running the place turned on the fire pit for us while we enjoyed a few more drinks. 10/10“

“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 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“

“Excellent steaks, great service and wonderful atmosphere!!!“

“Such a cool and unique setting for dinner! The menu is very old-school Americana with dishes like pickle dip and chicken kiev that are all delicious. The service was the standout, though. The host took our order since our waitress was busy (never seen that before!) and at one point when we'd finished our drinks, 3 separate people asked if we wanted another. Also, because our entrees took what they determined to be a long time (I hadn't even noticed a delay), they comped both! Highly recommend checking out this spot“

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

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

“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!“

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

“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 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!!!“

“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.“

“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!“

“Cloud 9 Deli was a great little spot when I wanted something quick but satisfying. The sandwiches tasted fresh, packed with good ingredients, and the bread had a nice texture. The place felt simple and friendly, which made the stop even better. It’s an easy go-to when you’re craving a solid deli sandwich.“

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

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

“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“

“We went for dinner before going to a Rady Shell concert, we chose it because we could park in the structure and walk to dinner and the concert. The food was decent, my salmon was cooked nicely although I was not a fan of the couscous bed beneath. My husband ordered the fish & chips, he enjoyed the fish and left most of the fries. The wine list is good but expensive, beer may be a better choice. It's a good option for convenience when attending a concert, but the food is nothing special. The service was excellent.“

“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“

“Awesome food, great service, perfect location“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“Great service with Jeannie“

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

“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! 👍🏼😊🌻“