About
Executive Chef Mark Kropczynski leads Grant Grill with a philosophy rooted in simple, elegant cuisine. Trained under acclaimed chefs across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe, he brings a global perspective to San Diego while highlighting the region’s seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. An avid fisherman, lobster diver, and seasonal forager, Kropczynski draws inspiration directly from land and sea. His menus balance classic technique with modern innovation, defining Grant Grill’s approach to California cuisine.

