New American Restaurants near Imperial Beach, CA

“The view of the ocean on the pier“

“Amazing! We have a place on Seacoast and I highly recommend this Grill! We give it a 10!!!! We we are so happy with the food and service. Two nights in a row!!!“

“Excellent service!! Extremely comfortable rooms. 24/7 service.“

“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!!!“

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

“We had a business dinner here and I'm still thinking about the whole experience a week later. The food is a culinary explosion in your mouth. Highly recommend getting several things and sharing with the table. The risotto and seafood pasta were incredible. I cannot even describe the flavors. The cocktails were also indescribably brilliant. Our server was perfect. She was friendly but professional. She had the perfect balance of being on top of everything, but not being on top of us. All around perfect experience.“

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

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

“My friend and I went, for a nice diner I went to celebrate his Big 40th. BDAY! We was have a nice time,“

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

“After reading some reviews, because it was close to our hotel, we gave KSBC a try.
Well, that turned out to be a good idea!
Ricco, an interested waiter, came to have a nice chat. He recommended the beer-brined pork chops. My husband has never had such delicious pork chops!“

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

“Absolutely LOVED my first time at Hidden Craft! Such a great layout and so unique that you can pour your own beer! My partner rented out the space for my 30th birthday and the staff was so wonderful and everyone that came absolutely loved it! The food was delicious and this will now be a regular spot of mine.“

“Juan Jasper’s Wine Bistro - A Golden Hill Treasure

Don’t let the simple “wine bar and restaurant” description fool you - Juan Jasper’s is the kind of place that turns first-time visitors into regulars before they’ve finished their first glass of wine. Tucked away in Golden Hill, this cozy spot has mastered what so many other places try to manufacture: genuine community.

Let’s talk about the food, because it deserves the spotlight. They serve what might just be the best fries in San Diego - no small claim in a city full of great food. Their burger? It’s a standout served with bordelais. The menu changes regularly, offering a thoughtful selection of global classics that pair perfectly with their wine selection.

Speaking of wine, Juan Jasper’s maintains an impressive and ever-rotating selection of wines from around the world. Whether you’re staying to enjoy a glass (or bottle) with your meal or picking something up to take home, their knowledgeable staff will help you find exactly what you’re looking for.

But what truly sets this place apart is the atmosphere. Walk in and you’ll likely be greeted with a hug rather than a formal hello. Regulars welcome newcomers like old friends, making introductions all around. It’s the kind of place where solo diners end up joining other tables, where conversations flow freely between strangers, and where everyone seems to be having a wonderful time together—even former strangers.

This isn’t a pretentious wine bar or an exclusive club - it’s a neighborhood gem where great food, excellent wine, and genuine hospitality come together to create something magical. If you’re looking for a new favorite spot in San Diego, Juan Jasper’s should be at the top of your list.“

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

“We stopped in here during our visit to San Diego. We were here over the Thanksgiving weekend. The place wasn't that busy. We got seated very quickly. We ordered the Steakhouse burgers which was very delicious and full of flavor. We also had several draft beers and a margarita. The drinks were very refreshing.

We enjoyed our visit and the staff were very nice and friendly, however the music was obnoxiously loud which shorted our visit.“

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

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

“Shrimp and grits was delicious! Venue is so nice for fine dining and live music after.“

“What a fantastic place! Food was excellent and great proportions, likely the best flatbread I’ve ever had. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend and will return if in the area again.“

“Overall excellent steak dinner“

“Came here for late night food. The staff was very friendly and food came out quick. Restaurant is open until 11 but kitchen closes at 10. We enjoyed the nachos, the portion size was big and lots of meat! We also ordered the burger and burrito which were both good.“

“Our son and daughter in law were visiting from Panama and chose this place . We each ordered something different and all the dishes served were great! Will definitely eat there again! 👍🏼“

“Previously I rated my travel and dining experiences drawing on my family owned restaurant experiences but it has been a while. I had to speak on this dining experience because it was off nominal in service and food quality. I was in San Diego California and are at the Bronze Bird restaurant in the Westin Hotel, gaslamp area. I did not stay there but chose the US Grant instead. We entered the restaurant for a late lunch and it had the perfect illumination for dining. The above head concave and convex ceiling art was relaxing. Great spacing between tables to accommodate those less ambulatory. They offered upscale day based meal selections as well as intriguing "sharables" which by the way ARE sharable, enough for 2 to 3. We were seated by Cynthia who was professional, personable and joyous and tended to our pre meal drink orders. She returned in less than average time and offered dining selections for each of us as she handed us off to Ruben. She checked on us throughout the meal but was not too ever present. Ruben continued the professional, joyous service and took our orders after selection distillation. "E", who rates such foods, had the personal oven fired pepperoni pizza and fries that he rated as a 10. The cookery of that pizza wes excellent and fries chispy. "N" had a speciality salad with salmon and the delicious brussel sprouts also a 10. I loved the freshness of the chilled fruit and greens of the salad. Great seasoning on the salmon. We ordered a sharable of honey hot wings and they lived up to the name! The were lip burning hot yet flavorable- not just punishing hot. I ordered the the short rib queso tacos and OMG they were the absolute best dish of the day!! From experience with this cut of meat i could taste the low and slow 8 plus hours of cooking on that pull apart short rib. The flavor was spot on and the pickled red (sweet, not tart) onion and queso were a winning combination. "N", who is also skilled with "big meats" sampled them and had the same wonderful reaction as myself. I highly recommend you try them if in the area. We topped our entrees with desserts suggested by Cynthia of churros for "E", red berry mascapone for "N" and the skillet chocolate chip cookie with vanilla ice cream for myself. "N" and I added an oat milk latte hand crafted by Rubin which was spectacular in presentation and flavor. The deserts were also overall terrific in flavor, presentation and serving size. Sampling the 3, we all agreed the skillet cookie was tops as it was warm, gooey andscrumptious and overall yummy!. 'E", "N" and I give the Bronze Bird our highest recommendation for lunch or possibly a great casual meal with family or friends. If you find yourself in San Diego's gaslamp district, I strongly suggest you make the Bronze Bird a foodie stop - you won't be disappointed! CIAO -"G"“

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

“Had a quick lunch here today. Yummy salad ( a bit heavy on the blue cheese, but fixable) fun ambiance and very helpful friendly staff. Would definitely recommend this place! Also, kind on my wallet which makes going here a no brainer!“

“I love crack shack. I was born n raised in San Diego but moved to Memphis where I learned what good fried chicken is. This is the fried chicken spot in Southern California. Fire nugs+fries+pickles you can not go wrong. The bar tender is really awesome and the food is seasoned perfectly. Really good desserts as well.“

“We went there ON Saturday to watch the Steelers/Ravens game. Even though the Steelers lost 😕, we had a great time. We sat at the back bar and Amanda was a great bartender. I don't think my glass was empty the entire time I was there. She was friendly and helpful. Greg, the manager, was a fellow Steelers fan and stopped by to chat a few times. We ordered the buffalo wings and they were so yummy. They were good sized and had great flavor. I didn't get any of the macs but I saw one going by and it looked amazing. Definitely going back.“

“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!“

“They have a white sangria that the wife just LOVES. Have to stop in every once in a while and grab a glass“

“Earlene prepared a special birthday dinner celebration for one of our dearest friends. So many special touches including the warm way she welcomed the birthday “celebrant” and us into her restaurant with a tasty nonalcoholic sangria to everything she did to make Diemut’s birthday dinner beautiful surpassed our highest hopes! We truly thank her for everything she did to make her/us feel special. It was absolutely spectacular. The celebratory blue touches - especially the blue butterflies on her cake- the delicious food and ambiance- everything. As Diemut herself said, “It was a volcanically successful birthday celebration.” We are in Erlene’s debt for helping us make our dear friend so happy.“

“La preparación en los desayunos están bien sazonada muy buen sabor“

“Service & food & the atmosphere“

“The food was incredible and great service!“

“First time going there this weekend and just love this place food was so good with a very fresh Taste and smell“

“HAPPY HOUR: 4:00-6:00PM...this is a great way to get drunk before an evening Padres Game! It was quite busy, but my friend and I managed to grab the last available table. Staff was friendly and efficient, we got our drinks and food quite quickly given the crowd. 5 Stars during Happy Hour, maybe 4 Stars after Happy Hour.

$8 Cocktails include Gimlets, Old Fashioneds, and Vodka Mules...I drank Gimlets as they cheap, refreshing and delicious! And much cheaper than inside the stadium.

$8 Nachos...nice snack, its a small dish, but still satisfying.
$6 Fries...good enough

$17 Burger...not a happy thing, described as Double Smashed Patty, Swiss, Bacon and Special Sauce. Good burger, I've had better, and it sadly did not come with any fries. Hence the extra side order of fries above.“

“I got the soy chorizo burrito with breakfast potatoes and a mimosa. There's some other veggie options like a veg omelette, a wrap, chilaquiles, impossible burger, and some other things. Coffee and drink selection looks good. There's a nice little patio outside I sat in. There's a few 1 hr reserved spots in the parking garage for this place. Definitely a nice morning treat for myself.

Parking: There's some 1hr reserved spots in the parking garage.“

“We ate several meals at Vistal while staying at the Intercontinental Hotel. All were delicious and well prepared using fresh, local ingredients. The Cinnamon Roll Pancakes at breakfast were the best pancakes I’ve ever had! Our server, Reyna, was very attentive, personable and added to the enjoyment of our dining experience. Sitting on the balcony overlooking the bay added even more enjoyment!“

“Great place way under rated, sleeper…“

“We had lunch here and really enjoyed our experience. The service was excellent and made us feel welcome. The food was great too, we ordered the Crispy Baja Shrimp, a burger, and the seafood pasta. Everything was fresh, and I especially loved the crispy chips that came with the burger and the variety of seafood in the pasta. I’d definitely come back if I have the chance!“

“Great food, great atmosphere, and the staff is the best.“

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

“My bf just called me on tears; telling me about her experience there. She checked in at 3:30 p.m. today wanting to leave by 4:30 pm she was hoping to have an amazing day.“

“El establecimiento esta muy limpio y fresco. La atención al cliente es excelente y te sientes muy consentido con el trato del personal. Super recomendado! la Comida riquísima!“

“Amazing place to visit and stay !“

“We love Bluewater Grill and their sourdough bread is to die for!“

“The service was great! In fact the owner Sarah was so friendly & graciously had a steak replaced when the first one wasn’t what one of our friends expected. Sarah was kind & professional. She was so pleasant & even brought a bottle of champagne to our table & personally served it at the end of the evening! Alex , our server did a great job as well! Thank you both for a wonderful evening & meal! ??“

“We chose the Westgate Hotel for our Mother's Day brunch, and it exceeded our expectations. The menu offered a selection of carefully crafted American and other dishes. I'm writing this review with the hope that the Westgate will reinstate its pre-COVID Mother's Day buffet brunch, which was one of the best buffets our family ever experienced. The buffet featured a wide variety of traditional and non-traditional breakfast foods, with multiple stations, all presented in a classically European decor. Although this time we ordered a la carte, the food was still delicious, and we left the restaurant feeling satisfied. Westgate, we eagerly anticipate the return of your buffet when it is safe to do so.“

“My favorite happy hour!!! The food, drinks the elegance! everything is absolutely exquisite! They have the best bartender in San Diego, every drink this man makes is outstanding especially the cosmopolitans! And the prices are affordable. Thank you! I will recommend to everyone I knowI just came on 3/14/24 again for happy hour and I wanted to give praise to Moneyshh, being his first week as the bar tender and server, this gentleman made us feel so welcome and was so attentive. We noticed something was different on our charcuterie board and with no questions he spoke with the chef and fixed it. The customer service is wonderful thank you!“

“Wonderful!! Very high energy an great food and service!“