50 Best Bar & Grill near La Mesa

“1st time here & I will definitely be back! Food was delicious & well presented. Good drinks & bomb hot sauces to chose from. Everyone is extremely friendly & positive vibes.. There’s nothing better then walking in a place of business feeling so welcome.“

“All the staff here are AMAZING! They have been such a great staff and has welcomed me and my daughter since day 1. The buffalo chicken strips are amazing along with the blue cheese side which is phenomenal and the steak fries are so good. Burgers are amazing too. Love Johnny B’s!“

“Great burgers, quick service. Good value for money.“

“Great karaoke! Friendly staff!“

“Visiting my son before his deployment. The owner went out of his way to take care of us. I would highly recommend any military family to visit here. Food was very good too.“

“Great staff, food, beer, cocktails and it’s a San Francisco 49ers Bar 👍“

“I love the food at this restaurant.“

“Had the most amazing Polish cuisine I’ve had since dining in my Polish Grandmother’s kitchen! Can’t recommend this restaurant highly enough!“

“The Station Tavern is a great family eatery. Pet and kid friendly. Our family gathering was delightful. Staff was very accommodating as some of us arrived early to secure a table the rest 30 minutes later. Staff kept checking to make sure everyone was accommodated.

Kid-friendliness: Play area for kiddos and dogs. The area is kept clean. Bowls for watering pets.“

“I picked up some ribs and a sandwich for dinner last night and the food was awesome as always. Portions were big enough that I had leftovers. Corbin O'Reilly and Vince always make me feel special!“

“I love taco Tuesdays. This is one of my favorite places for tacos. The hamburgers are great and Sunday brunch is always fun. I love 💕 like on St. Patrick’s Day. They had corn beef tacos, which were totally killer. On Thursdays one of their specials is a hotdog and fries. They have a bun length hot dog with a spiral cut, and a nice big fluffy roll instead of the traditional hotdog bun. The fries are hot and delicious. They have some of the best tasting sliced pickles. I can never find delicious pickles like that at the store. On taco Tuesday, I would love to have a hot dog taco. That is how much I love their hotdogs. I’ve never had a bad meal. Everything is delicious.“

“great local sports bar atmosphere with variety of food and plenty of options for tv watching and drink options“

“Bartenders were attractive which is always a bonus. Music was on point. DJ was on point. Atmosphere, drinks,…even the Tortas took a break from watching purses ?& clotheslining??‍♀️ ??‍♀️??‍♀️bodyguarding the baddies. Yeahhh, I said it. ?‍♀️EVERYONE WAS HAVING FUN!?‍♀️???‍♀️??‍♀️“

“This little spot was fantastic! Truly some of the best food I've had in SD. I ordered the Godzilla hot dog, my husband got the Pastrami Tsunami, and we shared the pierogi plus grabbed a couple beers. The service was friendly and super fast. The food was fresh, and I think the sign said they make their own sausages. The sausage was phenomenal: flavorful, spicy without being overbearing, and seemed lean (no squishy, fatty deposits). The food, although very comfort forward, didn't leave us feeling heavy. The seating is all outdoor at little patio style tables just down from a little fishing pier and next to The Rady Shell. This is now one of my favorite spots; looking forward to going back.“

“we are vegan and nice to have several vegan options on the menu

venue was great - today was ideal for patio dinning

Vegetarian options: staff were helpful removing cheese from our dishes - as we are vegan“

“This bar and grill is a great place for a casual hangout or a business event. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the bartender Kristy is particularly helpful and easy on the eyes ? They have a dedicated space for private events in the back, and the overall atmosphere is clean and inviting. There's also ample parking available.“

“Love they're food and prices are reasonable. Especially with discount of you eat in the restaurant. My favorite sushi restaurant!“

“Best kept secret in the Gaslamp!!! Came here during ComicCon. Yes busy, but waitress was on top of everything. Our food was delicious, arrived hot and was beyond expectations. We got the Chimichurri skewers, cup of chili (home-made not from a can), wings with Cali green sauce and the butter burger. The butter burger and skewers just melt in your mouth. The Cali green wings while described as being spicy, were very mild and tasty to me. Our drinks were very tasty and refreshing.“

“Great staff, great food.... one if San Diegos hidden gems!!“

“Fun with my family from Colorado and local.“

“Fun Gay Bar & Grill with a patio and daily happy hour. Full menu of Mexican food, burgers, wings, and cocktails. I had the grilled veggie salad with chicken, and it was very tasty with lots of garlic and seasonings, and a very healthy alternative to the rest of the menu!“

“We only recently learned about Sal's Cantina and we were eager to try the food. The space is great (which is shared with Rosemary & Thyme in the morning), especially the very comfortable outdoor garden patio. Sal was very friendly and provided great, attentive service. And the food was delicious! I ordered a birria taco, a pollo asado taco, with beans and rice. My friend had a birria enchilada (not on the menu, but Sal fixed it up for us). All of the food was fresh and great quality. We also were greeted with complimentary chips and salsa, which was a great starter with our passionfruit margaritas. One high note, all of the food was lightly salted, which is something I very much appreciated. It's easy to add salt if you want more, but too many restaurants over-salt, and you can't do anything to lessen that after the fact. We will definitely be back!

Parking: Sal's doesn't have any dedicated parking. You can choose from metered parking along University Ave, or look for free street parking along the side streets. Pretty much the same for many Hillcrest restaurants.“

“Carlton Oaks is a gorgeous venue with a wonderful staff. Gwen is a cheerful and fun server and my new friend💃…PLUS the food is delicious!“

“Its a fun little place to go to before Padre games .. Dorothy ( I think thats her name ) is an AWESOME bartender.. The guy on the grill was funny too .. he can grill a burger 🍔 thats for sure !!“

“My wife, daughter, and I are visiting from the East Coast. I located Gossip Grill from an online search. There are two sides to the Grill as well as an outdoor seating area. One side it great for socializing and the other side has a dance floor. The atmosphere for Lesbians is a safe friendly atmosphere. Last night from 6pm until 10pm was for age 40+ which had a good mixture of women and a few men. The music from the DJ was decent but a few songs caused just standing on the dance floor. The next DJ came in at 10pm and she was amazing. After 10pm the younger crowd came in and after a few great songs, it was time for me to go. If you’re ever in the San Diego area, this is a must visit.“

“🙂👍 Jessica does a great job!“

“Amazing place to visit and stay !“

“Outstanding service and food was very good! Great atmosphere 😊“

“Great local vibe. Competent staff...friendly. Wings and Philly quesadilla were wow. I needed a chill night on my travels and they delivered Cool dive bar experience.“

“Overall excellent steak dinner“

“I found the food to be delicious with a variety of choices from the buffet of which there are two to choose from. The Chef will often make a different scrambled egg besides the traditional one so there is a second choice. The service is outstanding with friendly staff. I enjoyed this breakfast very much.“

“Daisy Fernandez mom dog maxi Waxi 🐶🐾🦮🤎👧🏻“

“Good food. Great service !“

“Love the food“

“Convenient location, helpful staff. Great spot to grab a drink and some food. Lots of TVs for enjoying a game. Food is really good. Lots of indoor seating, a bar area, and some outdoor seating as well.

Lots of parking, but the lot can get busy. Street parking available.

Parking: Depends on the time of day. There is always parking, but sometimes its harder to find parking in the evenings.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, and wheelchair accessible parking available.“

“Bogey's was great. The staff were all friendly and always courteous. We had wings, phily cheese sandwiches, and fish & chips. We were all surprised at the taste and quality of food. I would recommend this place without any hesitation.“

“The Shamrock drink I had for St. Patrick's day was DELICIOUS!!!! My kids don't eat meat off the bone; however, my son devoured the bone-in wings. The XL pretzel was my favorite. Shrimp cocktail was also good, as well as the Carne Asade taco.“

“Just a great place to go watch the game and get some good food.“

“My wife and I like it here. Have been here with daughters and sons in-laws. Have shared a table with a larger group of friends a couple of weeks ago where we were all taking advantage of happy hour. Five dollar tacos and cheeseburger. We did Taco Tuesday yesterday and had the fish and calamari tacos and took two Birrea tacos to go. Excellent tacos waitress did us well in the past and bartender took care of us yesterday.“

“Fantastic staff and the food was delicious!!“

“The Fish and Chips, Fish Tacos“

“I had the chicken and waffle it was very good“

“Such a great venue! Loved it!“

“Was here for pride weekend, truly thought I saw god in the bartenders hands as they were pouring my drinks 10/10“

“Great Food, Awesome Music, Too Much Fun!“

“I was only here for a few minutes in the early afternoon, so there wasn't very much excitement happening. But the bartender was incredibly nice and very helpful.
It must be a great place though because when they are busy, they are BUSY!“

“We realized, as we arrived at the Hard Rock Hotel, that the Omni was a far better choice. But our group reservation was at the Hard Rock. Some phone calls were made; Noah, the manager at the Omni was consulted; and everything was sorted out to allow us to upgrade to the Omni. What was amazing? The price (a bit less than Hard Rock, I think) and the pool. But Noah’s kindness ranks even higher. Our stay was a pleasure, and we would be happy to return.“

“They found my FitBit watch & held it for me. Thankful“

“I recently visited this Mediterranean restaurant and I was blown away by the amazing food and atmosphere. The portions were generous and everything tasted absolutely delicious. If you're looking for a satisfying meal that won't leave you feeling hungry, this is definitely the place to go.What really sets this restaurant apart is the entertainment they provide. They have a singer perform almost every weekend, which adds a fun and lively atmosphere to the dining experience. It's a great place to come with friends and family for a night out.Another highlight of this restaurant is their $40 buffet that's available Thursday to Sunday during Ramadan. While the selection of dishes was good, I did feel that the price was a little on the high side considering the limited selections they have in the buffet. However, the quality of the food more than made up for it.The service was excellent and the staff were friendly and accommodating. They were happy to explain the different dishes on the menu and offer recommendations based on our preferences.Overall, I highly recommend this Mediterranean restaurant for anyone looking for a great meal and a fun night out. Whether you're a fan of Middle Eastern cuisine or just looking for something new, this place is definitely worth a visit.“