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Ki's Restaurant, Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA

Ki's Restaurant

4.7
4.7
1010 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
During these trying times, we are trying to adjust our service so that customers feel safe but still have a great Ki's experience. Daytime service is as it always has been: order at the counter and the food will be brought to you in the seating area we have created outside under the tents. Night-time is full service. Sunday through Thursday is upstairs. The tables are spaced far apart and there is an option of being out on the front deck for parties of two. On Friday and Saturday, we will be offering full service in both seating areas of upstairs and under the tents outside.
Ki's is a perfect fit for its local beach community culture. We provide food options that serve the needs of people who enjoy the outdoors and have a high degree of awareness for their health, fitness and well being. And Ki's is more than just a 'health food' option for many. It is simply great food for anyone-professionals, families looking for a home-cooked meal or friends hanging out enjoying some tasty eats.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Organic, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 8:00 am–8:00 pm Friday & Saturday Thu–Sat 8:00 am–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 436-5236
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Our caterer can customize a catering specifically to your needs, whether it is casual or formal, on site or off site. Please visit our website for more ideas and contact information.
  • Private party facilities
    Ki's is able to host a variety of private events. We have an enclosed room that can comfortably host 40-50. Guests are also able to "buy-out" entire restaurant for large parties.
  • Private party contact
    Jennifer Amavisca: (760) 586-8289
  • Neighborhood
    Cardiff By The Sea
  • Cross street
    Chesterfield
  • Parking details
    Parking is limited space. Ki's HIGHLY recommends car pooling. Public off site parking across the street at the beach.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop in front of restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,010 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Californian

  • North San Diego

    Best Value

  • North San Diego

    Healthy

  • North San Diego

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ki's Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "multi-million dollar views" and a "best happy hour" in town. Guests love the "wonderful" service and "thoughtful" staff, making it a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy fresh, healthy menu options and live music with a stunning ocean backdrop.

1,010 Reviews
  1. Maria

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful fish! The halibut and mahi mahi were excellent.

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  2. Dave

    San Diego

    320 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    320 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice dinner and nice view of the sunset- waitperson was great. Pork chop and wine was very nice. Only issue is how expensive dining out has become - hard to believe Kis now has $30 entres

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  3. YselaC

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Se puede ver el atardecer espectacular y con ambiente y comida recomendable!

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  4. Carol

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful location, great food! View of the ocean!

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  5. Alan

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food here, plus the Friday night music from Adrienne Nims & other bands.

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  6. Lance

    San Diego

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was delicious and Charlie took great care of us! We love dining here and look forward to returning again soon.

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  7. AnnetteM

    San Diego

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    California casual and healthy, delicious comfort food. Last night we enjoyed an assortment of happy hour appetizers and an amazing scratch soup/chili, poblano chicken white chili. The fog was nowhere in sight so we enjoyed a gorgeous ocean sunset too.

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  8. Helen

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice casual restaurant. On a clear day, views are amazing

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  9. Molly

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice location and good breakfast! Right across from the beach!

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  10. Alyssa

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience! Group of 11 from out of town. Really enjoyed the food and drinks. Standout was the coconut shrimp appetizer!! Our server was terrific as well.

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FAQs

Ki's Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ki's Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 436-5236.

Ki's Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1010 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ki's Restaurant

2591 S Coast Highway 101, Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA 92007

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Chesterfield
  • Neighborhood
    Cardiff By The Sea
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 8:00 am–8:00 pm Friday & Saturday Thu–Sat 8:00 am–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Organic, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is limited space. Ki's HIGHLY recommends car pooling. Public off site parking across the street at the beach.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop in front of restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 436-5236
  • Catering
    Our caterer can customize a catering specifically to your needs, whether it is casual or formal, on site or off site. Please visit our website for more ideas and contact information.
  • Private party facilities
    Ki's is able to host a variety of private events. We have an enclosed room that can comfortably host 40-50. Guests are also able to "buy-out" entire restaurant for large parties.
  • Private party contact
    Jennifer Amavisca: (760) 586-8289
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