Tapas Restaurants near La Mesa, CA

“Great gem with excellent service, delicious bites and reasonable prices. We went for lunch and they had a promotion going where if you rolled a 1 with dice, your lunch was free! We didn’t roll a 1 but still it was a great experience and worth the cost. Definitely recommend:)“

“I attended an event at Meraki last night and absolutely loved the space! It’s beautifully clean, open, and so versatile—you can really make it your own. The food was delicious A++ (my favorite was the Fettuccine Alfredo) and the service was truly top notch. Such a great experience from start to finish. Highly recommend!“

“Great music and delicious food.“

“**ABSOLUTELY loved coming here!**

This summer, I’ve been on a mission to rediscover great happy hours around San Diego—especially those with amazing oyster deals. I randomly heard about **Mabel’s Gone Fishing** as a spot to check out, and on a whim, my little one and I decided to stop by right at 4 PM.

We didn’t have a reservation but arrived just in time to grab a seat outside. The outdoor setup immediately gave off a charming European vibe—reminiscent of a Paris café, with chairs facing the street, perfect for people-watching. (The decor, chairs, and tables instantly brought back Paris memories!)

**Big tip: Make a reservation**—this place fills up fast!

Even though only the happy hour menu was available (dinner service starts later), it didn’t disappoint. We ordered:

* A dozen oysters (half-price!)
* The Spanish tortilla
* And we got lucky—they happened to have caviar available!

I paired the oysters with a glass of bubbly Pinot Noir Brut from Catalonia, Spain—absolutely perfect. The gin and tonic cocktail was also refreshing and well-balanced.

Now for the surprise: my 5-year-old daughter, who has a funny and ever-evolving palate, *loved* the bread and butter... but even more shockingly, **devoured the caviar**! A first for her—and possibly a very expensive new habit for me, haha! She even tried an oyster but wasn’t quite ready for the texture—still, she gave it a go.

The oysters were fresh, with a great variety from three different regions. The service was excellent—friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. The sommelier (who was also working the host stand!) was fantastic and clearly passionate about the wine list. Bonus: many of their wine selections are available for purchase next door.

I’ll definitely be coming back before summer ends—this time for dinner!“

“The best dining event in a long while. Food is terrific and the beer is literally ice cold. The owner is delightful! Please visit cause it is a treat.“

“Wonderful place. Wine selection is wide & the staff are top Tier! I Had a small birthday gathering in the patio & it was perfectly set-up & the arrangement of the seating allowed me to see & talk with the guest celebrating with me. We fit 35 comfortably. Shannon is an incredible server & host. Her customer Serivce is unmatched. Thank you for making this day so special.“

“We had a great time visiting during the Mistletoe Pop-Up. The Christmas cocktails were delicious and we tried a few regular offerings. The food menu was underwhelming, so we ended up going elsewhere for food, but the vibe and drinks were great.“

“All good dudes hang out at Clem’s.“

“Absolutely fantastic experience at Osteria Cotto e Mangiato! The service from Andrea (owner) was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Every dish we ordered was incredible-from the rich, comforting Carbonara w/anchovies to the Captain's Treasure chest is unexplainable good, everything was cooked to perfection. You can really taste the quality and care in each bite. This place is a gem in San Diego for anyone craving authentic Italian cuisine. Oh, by the way, did I mention the Tiramisu... WOW!! Can’t wait to come back!“

“They have a white sangria that the wife just LOVES. Have to stop in every once in a while and grab a glass“

“I ordered pickup through doordash and walked in with my family to pick up our food. We decided that we wanted to just eat there at the restaurant and we were led to a table and brought waters. I had my toddler with us and he started getting restless. One of the staff members noticed and brought him a Halloween gift bag, it distracted him for a moment but we did leave shortly afterwards since I didn't want to disturb other diners. The Ramen was amazing, the staff was friendly, and the restaurant overall was both clean and refreshing.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best ramen we’ve had in a long time — and it helped my wife finally eat again

My wife has been sick for almost two weeks and still wasn’t feeling well tonight, so I decided to pick up dinner from Nozaru Ramen Bar. They had everything ready on time — spicy ramen, edamame, and gyoza — and this is the first time I’ve seen her actually eat a full meal since she got sick.

We shared everything, and she said this was probably the best “post-sick” meal she’s had in a long time. The broth was rich and comforting, the spice level was perfect, and all the sides were spot on.

Not only was the food delicious, but it genuinely helped her feel better. We’ll definitely be coming back.“

“A must try the fig Flatbread. So good!!!“

“Eaten here numerous times. Excellent quality food, and service. Equivalent to San Francisco Bay Area Japanese restaurants..which are outstanding.“

“Food are delicious. Good customer service.“

“I went as a solo traveler and sat at the bar. The staff was so sweet and friendly. They cleared extra space for me so I could order food (it is a pretty small bar area and I get the feeling food is not often served there) the house wine and eggplant parm were so good and again the staff were so mind and warm. Will definitely go again ❤️“

“What a great place. Amazing food and cocktails. Bartenders were amazing.“

“Delicious food…all of it, the Ramen, the sushi, everything!“

“Great music and delicious food.“

“el mejor lugar para bailar un exelente ambiente y muy buenas bebidas el mejor club“

“Such a great venue! Loved it!“