Civil Municipal Magazine - Dec 2023

146 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 12 “Imperial Beach has really undergone an economic mini-boom in the last 10 years. It really stemmed from our premier hotel, Pier South Resort,” Mayor Aguirre explains, referring to the fact that the resort’s presence attracted several key businesses that successfully enticed more visitors to the area and created new jobs for residents. A key name is the Cohn Family Restaurant Group, which took advantage of Imperial Beaches’ wonderful geography to offer residents a unique fine dining experience on the sand with cool ocean views, patio space, firepits, and heating lamps. Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar is another nearby name that has also become synonymous with upscale dining. However, on the more modestly priced side of things, Mike Hess Brewing Company, Novo Brazil Brewing, and Pizza Port also support the residential ecosystem as sensational local dining options.