Imperial Steak House

4.1

71 Reviews

$50 and over

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Neighborhood gem

Imperial Steak House

Imperial Steakhouse & Lounge formally known as (Imperial House) Has been proudly serving San Diego in the Bankers Hill District since 1969. We offer a classic steakhouse atmosphere with prime steaks.
Imperial Steakhouse serves a range of Prime steak cuts , dry-aged never frozen. Any selection can be paired with a wine from our wine list.

Imperial Steakhouse offers the best affordable prices for a great tasting steak dinner in San Diego, with free side dishes . We have an awesome Chef with more than 35 years experience from Texas,

Chef D (Dave).

Imperial Steakhouse & Lounge offers seasonal, specialty craft cocktails, as well as classic cocktails and accommodating friendly service. We offer three private dining rooms for your event needs including private parties, celebrations or business meetings.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Steak, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(619) 234-3525
Website
http://imperialhouserestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Dave Walker
Catering
we cater any big or small party or event in our restaurant or we can deliver for a small fee, 25 people minimum. please send us and email or call us at any time.
Private party facilities
we have a large banquet room that accommodates over a 100 guest, also a private dinning area, that are available by reservation only.

Location
505 Kalmia St, San Diego, CA 92101-1629
Neighborhood
Banker's Hill
Cross street
between 5th and 6th ave across Balboa Park
Parking details
free parking after 5pm in the LAZ parking lot, across the street
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

New Year's Steak Dinner
3 course Steak Dinner 16oz prime Ribeye steak-scalloped potatoes-asparagus-bread rolls-Caesar Salad-Dessert
- per person$98.00
Tomahawk Steak$130.00
34-36 usda prime tomahawk I marbled for flavor. Served with a side of your choice
Cowboy Steak$70.00
22-24 oz usda prime bone in ribeye I marbled for flavor.. Served with a side of your choice
Porterhouse$70.00
22-24 oz usda prime porterhouse I richness of a strip and tenderness of a filet. 34-36 . Served with a side of your choice
Delmonico Ribeye$59.00
14-16 oz usda prime boneless ribeye marbled for flavor. Served with a side of your choice
Cowgirl Ribeye$59.00
14-16oz usda prime bone in ribeye marbled for flavor. Served with a side of your choice
Texas Filet$60.00
8-10 oz cut of tender corn-fed richly flavored - slightly firmer. Served with a side of your choice
New York Strip$60.00
14-16 oz usda prime - richly flavored - slightly firme. Served with a side of your choice
Steak & Lobster$85.00
8-10 ounce Texas filet and 8 ounce Lobster tail, served with any side of your choice
Baja Lobster Tails$75.00
2- 8 oz. warm water lobster tails cooke puerto nuevo baja style. served with Mexican rice, Beans and homemade flour or corn tortillas
Ranchero Chicken or Fish$50.00
our choice of chicken or cod fish smothered in a tomato based ranchero sauce. served with rice-beans and homemade flour tortillas
Braised Lamb Shank$45.00
lamb shank slow braised in a tangy and sweet sauce with pomegranate juice. served best with mashed potatoes
Creamy Garlic Parm Chicken$50.00
succulent, pan fried chicken in a creamy garlic parm sauce served with vegetables and mashed potatoes

Steak Sides & Desserts

Served at the Bar and Dinning Room 5-10pm

Aparagus$10.00
Green Beans$10.00
Broccoli$10.00
Mashed Potatoes$10.00
Scalloped Potatoes$13.00
Baked Potato$13.00
Cheese Cake$15.00
Mud Cake$15.00
Mocha Mud Cake
Creme Burlee$15.00
rich custard topped with caramelized sugar

Cocktails & Martinis

We Are Working With Limited Staff, Please Order at the Bar or Wait for Bartender. Thank You for Understanding

Jack & Coke$10.00
Bacardi & Coke$8.00
White Mexican$15.00
Silver tequila-RumChata-Kahlua and cream.
Skinny Spicy Mezcal$12.00
Mezcal, lime juice, Serrano chile and agave syrup
Margarita Ancho Grande$12.00
Tequila, liquor Ancho Reyes, agave nectar, lime juice
Spicy Tamarindo Cocktail$12.00
Tito's Mule$13.00
Bulleits Mule$13.00
Makers Mark Oldfashioned$13.00
Bulleit Manhattan$13.00
Titos White Russian$15.00
Palomas$11.00
Tequila, grapefruit and lemon
Chelada Ancho Reyes$10.00
Beer - Ancho Reyes Liquor and lime
Gray Goose Martini$14.00
Spicy Tamarindo Martini$12.00
Ketle One Espresso Martini$14.00
Skulldriver$8.00
Crystal head vodka-orange juice

Beer-Tequila-Bourbon-Whiskey

We Are Working With Limited Staff, Please Order at the Bar or Wait for Bartender. Thank You for Understanding

Relay IPA$8.00
Thorn Relay IPA
394 (Draft Beer)$8.00
Delicious IPA$8.00
Blonde Ale$8.00
Societe Brewing: This is a light- to medium-bodied ale, with a low malt aroma that has a spiced and sometimes fruity-ester character
Thorn Hazy$8.00
The beer is typically hazy because it's not filtered like other beers. These IPAs are also often double dry-hopped – infused with twice the hops later in the brewing process
Barrio Lager$8.00
light, crisp taste that is mellow and smooth
Modelo$6.00
Stella$6.00
Coors Light$6.00
1942 Don Julio
- per shot$30.00
Mccallan 18
- per shot$40.00
Herradura Legend
- per shot$28.00
Red Breast$18.00
Four Roses$12.00
Bourbon
Angels Envy$12.00
Casa Amigos Tequila Reposado$12.00
Whistle Pig 10 Year$12.00
Don Julio Blanco
- per shot$11.00
Patron Silver
- Per Shot$10.00
Piggyback 6 Year$10.00
Rye Whiskey
Makers Mark$15.00
Jameson$10.00
Mexican Oldfashioned$10.00
Made with Abasolo Mexican whiskey
Screwball
Peanut Butter whiskey
- per shot$8.00

What 71 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

71 Reviews

G
Gregory
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service, ambiance, and quality is fantastic. I enjoy the "old school" vibe and separate bar, entertainment, to include a dance floor is fantastic.
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Angelo
New York City
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Cibo scadente e cottura sbagliata, la bistecca salatissima, ì funghi poco cotti
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Sasha
Orange County
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The dining room opens at 6 be advised. We are in the bar bc we were early. The food was amazing! Some of the best excellently made steak ever. Definitely coming back for dinner dining room again!!
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ChicagoLocalB
San Diego
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This is a dive bar that serves steaks but is out of half of their menu. Not only was the bar, seating and restaurant filthy, but they play tacky dated music that seems to match the last remodel of the place. I will never return and would strongly encourage people to steer clear of this place if they expect great food and a nice dining experience!
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RandallJ
San Diego
44 reviews
vip
4.0
44 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff was excellent. Steaks were perfection. Side dishes were over priced and tasteless. Also side small potions that were not a value at all.
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Mrhungry
Sacramento
110 reviews
vip
5.0
110 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful evening. Needed a late dinner to accommodate someone flying into SAN that evening. So picked the place b/c they had late dinner reservations. Didn't realize that on Friday and Saturday nights Kevin McCully sings and plays the piano in the bar part of the restaurant next to the dining room and his pleasant rendition of 80s songs delightfully drifts into the dining room. It was delightful. He starts at 8:30pm. We will be back if only for him...BUT I had a steak that was prepared to perfection (a rarity now-a-days). The dining room had an old world charm which we also liked and the service was excellent. It wasn't the cheapest steak dinner I could have had in San Diego, but it was a fantastic meal. We will be back.
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Brynjo
Orange County
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Imperial served one of the best steaks I’ve had in years. It was prime grade strip expertly seared to medium rare plus as I requested, and well seasoned with a balanced blend of salt, pepper, and perhaps some garlic salt. Sides of mashed and al a carte asparagus were luxurious and fresh. The resturant was almost empty on a Friday Night, which was odd, since the “old school” decor consisting of plush deep seated high back leather arm chairs, wood paneled room with opulent crown molding and art work beautifully complements the equally opulent fully stocked bar on other side of foyer.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Let's start with the environment, it is very outdated and may scare you off; however, power through and order food because it is phenomenal. I ordered a Manhattan steak and the Tomahawk steak. Both were cooked to perfection, so juicy and nice render. I also order the spicy garlic shrimp, keep in mind you only get 6-7 shrimp and two Texas toasts, but it was very good. I would HIGHLY recommend this place and it would be a shame if people did not try it solely on the way it looks.
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ThomasG
San Diego
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dave is an excellent chef, he always comes out to great us and to check on the food. His steaks and lobsters are always on point. Frankie, the waiter, is always a pleasure to see. Remembers our names, shows great hospitality and always makes sure our food comes out flawless. He even picked up that we didn’t enjoy one of the apps and removed it without us even having to ask. Class act. Definitely recommend this place for the Steaks and Lobsters. Hidden gem
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rogerp
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food and service. Would have liked the room to be a bit lighter. Hard reading the menu.
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FAQs

Imperial Steak House does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Imperial Steak House also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 234-3525.

Imperial Steak House is rated 4.1 stars by 71 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

505 Kalmia St, San Diego, CA 92101-1629

Additional information

Cross street
between 5th and 6th ave across Balboa Park
Neighborhood
Banker's Hill
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Steak, Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
free parking after 5pm in the LAZ parking lot, across the street
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Dave Walker
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://imperialhouserestaurant.com/
Phone number
(619) 234-3525
Catering
we cater any big or small party or event in our restaurant or we can deliver for a small fee, 25 people minimum. please send us and email or call us at any time.
Private party facilities
we have a large banquet room that accommodates over a 100 guest, also a private dinning area, that are available by reservation only.

Imperial Steak House

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Prime Steaks & More

New Year's Steak Dinner

Tomahawk Steak$130.00

Cowboy Steak$70.00

Porterhouse$70.00

Delmonico Ribeye$59.00

Cowgirl Ribeye$59.00

Texas Filet$60.00

New York Strip$60.00

Steak & Lobster$85.00

Baja Lobster Tails$75.00

Ranchero Chicken or Fish$50.00

Braised Lamb Shank$45.00

Creamy Garlic Parm Chicken$50.00

Steak Sides & Desserts

Aparagus$10.00

Green Beans$10.00

Broccoli$10.00

Mashed Potatoes$10.00

Scalloped Potatoes$13.00

Baked Potato$13.00

Cheese Cake$15.00

Mud Cake$15.00

Creme Burlee$15.00

Cocktails & Martinis

Jack & Coke$10.00

Bacardi & Coke$8.00

White Mexican$15.00

Skinny Spicy Mezcal$12.00

Margarita Ancho Grande$12.00

Spicy Tamarindo Cocktail$12.00

Tito's Mule$13.00

Bulleits Mule$13.00

Makers Mark Oldfashioned$13.00

Bulleit Manhattan$13.00

Titos White Russian$15.00

Palomas$11.00

Chelada Ancho Reyes$10.00

Gray Goose Martini$14.00

Spicy Tamarindo Martini$12.00

Ketle One Espresso Martini$14.00

Skulldriver$8.00

Beer-Tequila-Bourbon-Whiskey

Relay IPA$8.00

394 (Draft Beer)$8.00

Delicious IPA$8.00

Blonde Ale$8.00

Thorn Hazy$8.00

Barrio Lager$8.00

Modelo$6.00

Stella$6.00

Coors Light$6.00

1942 Don Julio

Mccallan 18

Herradura Legend

Red Breast$18.00

Four Roses$12.00

Angels Envy$12.00

Casa Amigos Tequila Reposado$12.00

Whistle Pig 10 Year$12.00

Don Julio Blanco

Patron Silver

Piggyback 6 Year$10.00

Makers Mark$15.00

Jameson$10.00

Mexican Oldfashioned$10.00

Screwball

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Imperial Steak House offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Imperial Steak House restaurant rated?

Is Imperial Steak House currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information