50 Best American Restaurants near Imperial Beach

“Food & Folks are always Fabulous“

“Great karoake on the weekends!! Bingo and trivia throughout the week.Make sure you get some fries. Also have food specials daily. The owners are in the building frequently and make everyone feel welcome regardless of race, sex or creed. There's room for everyone at this bar!!“

“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.“

“My family and I had a late flight in and came here at 1am and it was so good. Definitely hit the spot. We got the rolled tacos and the carne Asada fries. The rolled tacos were delicious classic rolled tacos. We got the combo so it came with rice and beans. Those friesss…… the Bees Knees! 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽 Nice to know these a 24 hour place that has Bomb food.“

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

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

“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!!!“

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

“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!“

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

“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“

“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!!!“

“We stopped in for a drink before getting on the train. I wish we had more time, because this place is great! I love the easy access to trying new drinks, and the menu looks excellent. Everyone in the staff was very kind and helpful. Will definitely come back next time I'm in town.“

“I attended Juniper & Ivy for a small post-wedding reception. The space was nice and sectioned off from the rest of the restaurant, although it was loud at times because it’s separated by a curtain. It did still feel private, which was great. Although I was the photographer at this wedding, the staff was still super nice and was able to get me a vegetarian meal. They also let the couple bring in their own cakes, which was great! I’d recommend this spot for a smaller reception for sure.“

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

“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“

“Absolutely loved the spicy mission burger it was worth the price Motr greeted us with a warm smile and was very helpful explaining what comes on the burgers 12/10 experience we will definitely be coming back and hopefully see Motr and everyone else’s cheerful attitudes❤“

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

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

“Excellent service and food! Stopped by and was promptly seated. Food and drinks came out quick. We ordered the Rolls Royce roll, grilled oysters and wagyu tacos and all were delicious. Ben, our server, was amazing! Was always there when we needed him and is very friendly. We came from out of town and visiting but will make sure to stop by again if we ever come by.“

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

“Finally decided to write a review for one of my favorite restaurants in San Diego! I’ve been coming here at least twice a month ever since I moved to SD, and honestly, it’s one of those places I can always count on for a great experience.
The food is amazing every single time, and the taste is always consistent. The drinks are REALLY GOOD too! The service is another reason I keep coming back, professional, friendly, and attentive. The servers and managers frequently check in to make sure everything is going well and that everything is to your liking.
The restaurant is located inside a cute boutique hotel in Point Loma, which gives it such a cozy and charming atmosphere. It’s perfect for date night, dinner with friends, or just a nice night out. And the fact that parking is easy to find is definitely a bonus in San Diego! Definitely one of my favorite spots in the area.“

“Great place way under rated, sleeper…“

“Great food and drinks! The service is superb!“

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

“Best barbecue ribs in the city!!!!!!“

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

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

“Best food of my trip! This made my birthday. We had carne asada fries as an appetizer, margaritas, and pork chops. The potatoes were excellent. And they brought me out a very nice wine pairing to my desert for my birthday. The server was good . I would recommend.“

“Good restaurant, delicious food. I recommend everyone to try it“

“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.“

“Awesome food, great service, perfect location“

“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.”“

“The low carb salmon plate was incredible. it includes soup or salad, asparagus and portobello mushrooms. I chose the salad and it was huge and delicious and all that for only $16.99! Top gourmet quality food. I will be going back. So many choices and all of it looked incredible!“

“Victor, John, and Erica delivered a very genuine and personable hospitality experience. The vibe there is comfortable, the food and beverage deals were a fair shake, and the food was delicious :-) Talk to Victor about the hotel’s history and you won’t be disappointed ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“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 😎“

“Very tasty beverages. Nice big ice cubes, made from tasty water. Friendly staff, and a back room shrouded in mystery...“

“Delicioso y muy bien servido“

“Great service with Jeannie“

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

“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.“

“Erick thank you nice service“

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

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

“Good job n thank you so much“

“Wowwwww !!! GRAND OPENING DAY!!! Urbane Cafe Chula Vista UFFF staff was on point despite that they were busy. Food is super fresh and really good. Love the vegan options. There is something for everyone in the menu. Wish you good luck and happy to have them you in our community 😊 Katia EFTG“

“Juan Jasper Kitchen & Wine is an absolute little gem that delivers an incredible dining experience from start to finish. Everything we ordered was perfectly cooked, showcasing wonderful attention to detail, and the daily special was an absolute standout.

The staff is genuinely friendly and attentive, making you feel instantly welcome, and while the restaurant is small, it's very clean and cozy. Parking in the area is surprisingly easy, which takes away any pre-dinner stress.

The only drawback was our seating outside the rail, which put us right on the sidewalk where a particular passerby kept pacing back and forth, and we had to deal with quite a few flies during our meal. However, neither of those things is the fault of the restaurant and it certainly didn't overshadow how fantastic the food and service were. I highly recommend them!

What we got:

Deviled Eggs w/Sepulveda Pork Chorizo
Spicy Cesar Salad, little gem & frisee lettuces, parmesan, crushed croutons, and white anchovy fillets
Mac & Cheese, w/cheddar & gruyere
JJ's Burger, 6oz Brandt Beef Prime Ribeye, house made potato roll, Gouda, bordelaise sauce
Shrimp & Chorizo Empanadas, corn, potato, chipotle crema
Pistachio polenta cake w/lemon glaze“

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

“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.“