Imperial Beach Kitchen

Rosemarie Nevers

month ago

Very nice place. Small but comfortable. Very good food. Jin Ramen Noodles and dumplings. Would definitely eat here again.

Jaeyoon Kim

6 months ago

As a Korean, I’m always a bit curious—and sometimes skeptical—when I hear the term “Korean fusion.” But the restaurant I visited this time completely exceeded my expectations. They serve an impressive variety of dishes that blend Korean, Western, Japanese, and other cuisines so harmoniously that every plate felt balanced and thoughtfully crafted. The Spicy Mayo Salmon Bowl had a sauce with the kind of depth and refinement you’d expect from a fine-dining restaurant. And the Wow! Garlic Shrimp Po’ Boy was honestly the best Po’ Boy I’ve ever had. After the meal, I had a chance to chat with the owner and learned that he’s a professionally trained chef with a nationally certified culinary license from Korea. Suddenly, everything made sense—the flavors clearly reflect his expertise and experience. I highly recommend this place to anyone who visits.

Sunwoo Kim

7 months ago

It’s a beautiful restaurant in a truly stunning location. With the new owner, both the exterior and interior have become much cleaner, and the food has improved as well. The rice bowl are definitely worth trying, and the Korean ramen is absolutely delicious. I also tried the fish n chips and the waffle fries — both were great. The rice bowl and ramen are the best I’ve had in San Diego. If you visit Imperial Beach or go fishing at the pier, this is a restaurant you must stop by.

Cynthia Dumbauld

month ago

What a great menu. I had a crab bowl and friends had fish shrimp chips combo and a miso soup.alk very good! Inside seating has been upgraded, but you will want to enjoy your meal outside looking at the ocean and view.

Gus Woods

2 months ago

Excellent fish and chips on the IB pier. Lightly battered, clean, and cooked properly. The waffle fries were also very good. Excellent customer service, one of the employees came and ask how everything was. Good beer selection. Definitely worth a visit!

Michelle R

month ago

Stopped by this evening with my family and had a great meal. If you are a poke lover you have to try the spicy tuna bowl--it's packed with flavorful fresh tuna and toppings. We also had the bulgogi bowl, teriyaki bowl, fish and chips, and the ahi bowl. So delicious and love supporting IB business. Try it!

Katya carranza ibarra

5 months ago

This weekend my partner and I had the opportunity to visit Imperial Beach. Our plan was to walk along the pier and then go out for dinner. Our plan changed when we arrived at this lovely place. The staff had such a great vibe, the food was delicious with its own unique style. We ordered the Bulgogi beef bowl, the Spicy pork bowl, a Honey Citrus Tea, and a beer. The music was great, and the view was breathtaking. Thank you for the experience!

Debbie Jackson

7 months ago

Came for a casual lunch with my parents and brother. There was something for everyone on the menu. Love that they carry fish and chips and chowder for those that prefer traditional pier food offerings. We had mixed shrimp and fish and chips (the shrimp were huge and juicy, the chips were waffle cut, and the batter was a light and crispy cornmeal coating), fried calamari (huge and tender, cornmeal coating), clam chowder (on the thinner side, but that’s a personal preference), spicy edamame (freshly prepared and perfectly seasoned), beef bulgogi bowl (deliciously marinated and tender, properly steamed rice, served with spicy mayo and kimchi), lemon wedges, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce were provided. We had such a feast trying out the flavorful foods. A really fun experience on a cold and rainy day. Service was excellent, very friendly, and dining area was clean. I look forward to returning in the near future to try out some other items with my friends and family.

TJ K

6 months ago

This restaurant is such a gem not just because of the food, but because of the location. It’s literally at the end of the Imperial Beach pier, surrounded by ocean on all sides, and the views (especially at sunset!!) are unbelievable. Even just grabbing a drink and walking around feels like peak beach-day vibes. I visited during their soft opening about a month ago, and even then the place already looked great. With the new owner, the Asian (especially Korean) fusion options are a fantastic addition to Imperial Beach. The vibe here is very relaxed. There are people fishing nearby, so it’s not a fancy “dining dining” atmosphere, but that’s not what you come here for. It’s about the food, the ocean breeze, the views, and the laid-back pier energy. Plenty of outdoor seating with benches and tables makes it a great place to chill with friends or enjoy a solo moment with the waves. If you’re visiting Imperial Beach, walking the pier, or out fishing, this spot is an absolute must-try. Great food, stunning views, and a unique fusion menu you won’t find anywhere else on the pier.

Aaron Linsdau Thriller Author

3 weeks ago

Imperial Beach Kitchen has one of those locations where you can sit down, look out at the ocean, and suddenly stay longer than you planned. Most of the seating experience is really outside. You’re right there by the beach with open views toward the water, people walking along the strand, and that slower Imperial Beach atmosphere that’s hard to fake. On a nice day it’s easy to lose track of time a little. As the author of The Grant Colson Thriller Series, I’m always drawn to places that feel tied strongly to their surroundings, and this spot definitely feels connected to the beach instead of just sitting near it. Inside there are a few counter seats, but the outdoor area is really where the place shines. It has a casual coastal feel without trying too hard about it. The menu is interesting too because of the Korean influences mixed into the food. It adds a lot more flavor and variety than you normally expect from a beachside restaurant while still keeping things approachable. They also have ice cream, which honestly felt like the right finishing touch after sitting outside by the water for a while. Funny enough, places with this kind of relaxed oceanfront atmosphere are probably part of why coastal settings ended up working their way into the Maui Desire Romance Series later on. Really enjoyable beachside spot with good food and one of the better oceanfront settings in Imperial Beach.