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- RRobertaSan Diego •2 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoThe music on the patio was pleasant, but WAY TOO LOUD to have conversation. I had looked up the menu online before going for the first time and was disappointed that the menu I viewed was not available at "brunch". My group went for lunch. Jason, our waiter, was pleasant and accommodating to our requests. The decor is nice and intentional. The patio ambience was very pleasant.More infoCasa GabrielaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Mesa•4.7
- MMikeSan Diego •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoOur first time We all felt like we were in an Italian neighborhood restaurant The food was amazing and everything tasted fresh and flavorful Our server Francesca was amazing very professional warm and friendly We were a party of four and we all want to returnMore infoLimoncello La MesaPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Park•4.6
- WWilliamvipSan Diego •14 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoService was slow we were told people didn’t show up for work. Orders were not received correctly due to waiter being distracted with other customers calling him. Requested a Caesar salad and I had to remind the waiter my salad was not delivered. Requested no onions or peppers on the quesadillas and there were onions and peppers in the quesadillas. Did I mention service was slowMore infoEl Torito - La MesaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Mesa•4.7
- MMelvipSan Diego •9 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoI was pleasantly surprised by this sushi place. I had no expectations and I loved the hamachi jalapeño bites, the genmaicha tea, my friend had the mount something roll and it was good!! We liked everything- we also had a miso soup and the pork gyozasMore infoBanbu Sushi Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• La Mesa•4.5
- RRonitaSan Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews4.0Dined on Dec 4, 2024I am so glad we had reservations. That pizookie deal sure brings out all the highschool kids. Our server was a plus. She was excellent and made our night!More infoBJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - La MesaPrice: Moderate• American• La Mesa•3.8
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When eating in Southern California, the seafood is, of course, the star. The Greater San Diego area, including La Mesa, houses some of the best seafood restaurants in the country. Their easy access to Pacific bounty, like tuna, salmon, calamari, and shellfish, means some of the freshest ingredients are in the hands of some of the most experienced seafood chefs in the business. This quality of fish also means there is a lot of great sushi. There is a growing farm-to-table movement in this area, driven by access to many local produce vendors. Without a doubt, a strong Latin influence exists on East County's cuisine. The area has everything from fantastic taco joints to high-end traditional fare, all worth checking out.
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Dog friendly restaurants in La Mesa include Casa Gabriela, Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill and Farmer's Table - La Mesa
Child friendly restaurants in La Mesa include Casa Gabriela, El Torito - La Mesa and Brigantine La Mesa
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