Ki's Restaurant

4.7

1021 Reviews

$30 and under

Californian

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Great for scenic views
Neighbourhood 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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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
Website
http://www.kisrestaurant.com/
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

Location
2591 S Coast Highway 101, Cardiff-By-The-Sea, CA 92007
Area
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
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Chili Lime EdamameUS$6.95
For a little kick, try our Edamame tossed with Sesame Oil, Chili flakes, and a little Lime Juicethey're spicy and addictive!
Crispy CauliflowerUS$11.50
Panko and sesame seed breaded organic cauliflower, fried and served with Curry Aioli. Simple, but delicious
Wild Mushroom BruschettaUS$13.95
A three Mushroom concoction topped with Goat cheese, served with grilled Rosemary Focaccia - you'll want to lick the plate!
Warm Brie, Mango, and Avocado RollUS$13.50
Who doesn't like Brie and Mango together? Rolled with Onion, Red Pepper, and Cilantro in a Whole Wheat Tortilla, seared on the flat-top, then cut into bite-size pieces. Perfect for sharing
Fresh Spring RollsUS$9.50
Fresh Veggies, Tofu and Herbs wrapped in Rice Paper and served with a Thai Peanut Sauce which you could swim in. Yes, it's that good!
Heirloom Tomato and BurrataUS$13.95
Luscious Heirloom Tomato slices with fresh Burrata Cheese and Basil, drizzled with Balsamic Vinegar and Basil oil
House SaladUS$9.50
Romaine lettuce, Baby Greens, Red Cabbage, Cucumbers, Carrots, Tomatoes, Garbanzo Beans, Edamame, & Toasted Sunflower Seeds, tossed with Ki's famous Herbal Dressing
Berries and Baby GreensUS$10.95
Organic mixed greens, berries, candied walnuts, Feta Cheese and caramelized Onions tossed in Lime Poppyseed Dressing
Soup of the DayUS$7.25
Ki, our founder, was an amazing Soup cook. We continue that tradition by making a variety of fresh soups every day
Bread BasketUS$4.00

Small Plates

Macadamia Coconut Mahi with Thai Peanut SauceUS$25.95
4 oz Mahi Mahi rolled in Macadamia Nuts and Coconut served with Tropical Salsa, Sweet and Sour Glaze, and Thai Peanut Sauce, Organic Jasmine Rice and Snap Peas…Inspires dreams of Tropical Sunsets
Miso SalmonUS$25.95
Salmon baked with a Miso Glaze, comes with sauteed spinach and cauliflower mash
Petite Filet with a Cabernet Mushroom DemiUS$27.95
6 oz Naturally raised Filet Mignon topped with a Mushroom Cabernet Demi-Glace served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, and Tomatoes. Just the right amount!
Baked 4-Cheese Penne with Cauliflower & ProsciuttoUS$18.95
Ki's take on the classic Mac N Cheese, Baked with Bread crumb & Prosciutto crust. House salad served on the side
Asian Salmon SaladUS$21.50
Grilled Salmon on a bed of Organic Field Greens tossed in Ginger Miso Dressing with Toasted Sesame Seeds, Snap Peas, Cilantro, Green Onions, and Tangerine Slices, garnished with Glass Noodles. Great if you want a lighter meal!

Large Plates

Catch of the Day
Fresh Fish Prepared Daily
- Market Price
Baked Salmon in ParchmentUS$26.95
with Feta Cheese, Basil, Tomatoes, Garlic Butter and White Wine baked in parchment paper. Served with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and sautéed Vegetables
Roasted Jidori ChickenUS$26.95
Skin-on Chicken breast, pan juices with white wine and herbs, Served with Mascarpone Polenta, Carrots and Sautéed Spinach. This is full-on comfort food!
Cioppino (Fisherman's Stew)US$24.00
Fresh assorted Fish, Mussels, and Shrimp in a Tomato Herb Broth. Served with Sun-dried Tomato Bruschetta Crostini
Creamy Polenta with Cauliflower "Steaks"US$20.95
Grilled Bread-crusted Cauliflower "steaks" served over Creamy Mascarpone Polenta and sautéed Broccoli, Cherry Tomatoes, Almonds and Craisins. Garnished with an Olive and Red Pepper Tapenade
Ki's Coconut and Vegetable CurryUS$18.25
with Coconut Milk, Assorted Vegetables, organic Brown Rice, and Cashews

What 1,021 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

San Diego
Californian
North San Diego
Best Value
North San Diego
Great for scenic views
North San Diego
Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ki's Restaurant offers a "perfect vibe" with breathtaking ocean views and live music that enhances the dining experience. Known for its "outstanding service" and "delicious, healthy food," it remains a favorite for locals and visitors alike. While some note noise levels, the "friendly staff" and versatile menu options make it a delightful destination.

1,021 Reviews

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Wolfgang and Chary
San Diego
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly and attentive staff. Great cocktails! Super location! Food was a good selection at Happy Hour.
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carol
Tahoe
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding as always! Excellent food, service and location.
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Vi
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the big dining room upstairs where I can look out to the ocean. Also, I used the ramp at the back for the first time because, at 85, the stairs are getting treacherous for me. I love Ki's!
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food is amazing and very healthy and you can’t beat the lovely atmosphere!
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Lynda
Los Angeles
12 reviews
vip
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Ki's is one of my regular go-to's for a casual evening. It's usually meets my expectations for lunch or breakfast, but dinner is definitely hit or miss. I ordered the Thai Mahi. The fish was way over-cooked and dry. The presentation was horrible! I substituted sauteed spinach for the jasmine rice and the fish was actually served on top of the spinach instead of on a separate plate. This made for a runny, messy plate and no peanut sauce in sight. No crusted macadamias on the fish either. It was a huge disappointment. I didn't have time to send it back because I was headed to a concert. Will not be returning for dinner. This is a breakfast and lunch place only.
Ki's RestaurantResponded on 13 November 2024
Hi Lynda, I am writing you in hopes of changing your review on open table as well as considering to join us again. I have to say that the Macadamia nut mahi mahi and the filet mignon are the most popular items on the menu. The way the mahi dish is prepared is: sauce on the bottom, jasmine rice, fish on top of jasmine rice, and then the mango/strawberry salsa on top, with snap peas around. If you look at pictures that dish is prepared the exact same way. When a customer subs out anything, then it is going to be replaced in that same spot. I am more than happy to put any items on a separate plate. I do believe in everything that we do here. Which is outstanding friendly service, tasty healthy food dishes, and a great price for the pocket (compare to a lot of restaurants these days)
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Tom
Chicago
18 reviews
vip
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We went early to see the sunset. We had not dined there before and had a very nice experience. We would certainly go back. Noise level was loud caused a lot by a private party going on that we were near. I recommend Ki’s! Tom
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, with a beautiful view. Went at opening time, I’d say is the best time to enjoy the scenery and start your morning.
Ki's RestaurantResponded on 13 November 2024
Thank you for your feedback! Please try us for happy hour (everyday from 4:30-6:00 p.m.)
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Molly
San Diego
19 reviews
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Unfortunately they have problems with reservations. We arrived at our reservation time. We were taken to a table in the far back of the restaurant. When we asked to be seated at empty table up front by window ( there were two) we told that they were reserved. We reminded hostess that we had a reservation. She said to wait and she’d be right back. She never returned. we sat ourselves at one of the window tables. After some time server arrived asked if we had checked in with hostess. She said she’d ck on our reservation. Server returned ad said the people that were reserved for that table wee over 15 mins late and it was ok for us to stay. From then on everything was perfect as usual. The day before I recieved a text from Nikki asking if we’d like outside or inside seating. I requested inside. We had had reservation mix ups there before. We have enjoyed Kis for 40 years. The food is always top notch, breakfast lunch and dinner. It’s upsetting to arrive after making a reservation and hostess try’s to seat us in the least desirable table. Is there a policy to ask for a certain table? How would wee identify that? Number? Dicribe location? we have requested table by window before & not gotten it. The noise level is unacceptable, however , we know there is nothing to be done about that. It will be a long time before we return, if ever. We are over being treated poorly after having a reservation
Ki's RestaurantResponded on 13 November 2024
Hi Molly, I am so sorry about the issue you had with reservations. Trying to accommodate ever specific request is really challenging and we try our absolute best in fulfilling all of them. As you know (from dining frequently) the tables closest to the beach are the most requested and almost every reservation requests ocean view. I do have a manager on all hours of business so that if we can fix anything or answer questions, that is what they are there for. I would like to take care of your next visit (if you are willing to give it another try) with a gift card on us.
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Judy
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Happy Hour food & Prices, wish Chardonnay was included :)
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Maria
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
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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FAQs

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

Ki's Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1021 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Additional information

Cross Street
Chesterfield
Area
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
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.kisrestaurant.com/
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

Ki's Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Starters

Chili Lime EdamameUS$6.95

Crispy CauliflowerUS$11.50

Wild Mushroom BruschettaUS$13.95

Warm Brie, Mango, and Avocado RollUS$13.50

Fresh Spring RollsUS$9.50

Heirloom Tomato and BurrataUS$13.95

House SaladUS$9.50

Berries and Baby GreensUS$10.95

Soup of the DayUS$7.25

Bread BasketUS$4.00

Small Plates

Macadamia Coconut Mahi with Thai Peanut SauceUS$25.95

Miso SalmonUS$25.95

Petite Filet with a Cabernet Mushroom DemiUS$27.95

Baked 4-Cheese Penne with Cauliflower & ProsciuttoUS$18.95

Asian Salmon SaladUS$21.50

Large Plates

Catch of the Day

Baked Salmon in ParchmentUS$26.95

Roasted Jidori ChickenUS$26.95

Cioppino (Fisherman's Stew)US$24.00

Creamy Polenta with Cauliflower "Steaks"US$20.95

Ki's Coconut and Vegetable CurryUS$18.25

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Ki's Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Ki's Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Ki's Restaurant currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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