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California, United States Food Guide: 10 Pub food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in La Mesa
Discover Restaurants offering the best Pub food in La Mesa, California, United States. La Mesa is a city in Southern California, located 9 miles (14 km) east of Downtown San Diego in San Diego County. The population was 57,065 at the 2010 census, up from 54,749 at the 2000 census. Its civic motto is "the Jewel of the Hills."
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10. West Coast Barbecue and Brew
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
West Coast Barbecue and Brew combines great smoked food with 28 taps of amazing craft beer. We have 4 TVs including one on our outdoor covered patio. Our full menu is available to go.
Reviewed By BobnAnneontheroad47
This is a nice family owned and operated restaurant. My friends and I love the Barbecue, but I find myself ordering the hamburger and fries which I believe to be one of the best in La Mesa. The selection of craft beers are always good too.
9. Giardino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Located in the middle of Lemon Groveâs charming downtown area, Giardino is a welcoming and casual Italian inspired cucina where the neighborhood gathers for fresh and flavorful classic dishes found throughout Italy, created by Chef Marco Provino.
Reviewed By acoachcool
Had an opportunity to dine for lunch at Giardino Neighborhood Cucina with several others. We all agreed that the food was good, service was attentive, and the decor was nice. The lunch menu consist of antipasti, salads, soups, pizza, flatbread, paninis, burgers, and pasta. They have gluten free pasta and pizza. Our group had spaghetti with meatballs, beet & spinach salad, spinach & cheese ravioli, and sausage panini. The beet & spinach salad garnered the most appetizing award. Giardino offers a 2 course lunch special Monday-Friday. The bar, serves mixed drinks, beer, and wine. Dinner is also served. Additional parking is in the rear. Prices are reasonable..
8. Coin Haus
Overall Ratings
4 based on 11 reviews
POUR, DRINK, PLAY! COME FOR THE BEER, STAY FOR THE GAMES at this 21 & Up arcade with 40+ Pour-Your-Own-Taps.
Reviewed By travelbradford
Pros:- great value- plenty of beers/drinks to choose from- huge selection of retro games- efficient payment system- great for groups of friends and solo drinkers alike- conveniently located in downtown La MesaCons:- closes early :(
7. Riviera Supper Club
Overall Ratings
4 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Tiro841
Wow, LOVED this bar!!! Walked in and was excited about Rockabilly band playing! Grabbed a booth in the bar and enjoyed every second. The bartender was super attentive and very generous...he made some great ( very large) margaritas! Only hung out in the bar but cant wait to try the restaurant. The vibe is fantastic and the setup of the entire place is wonderfully old school with huge booths everywhere. Loved it and will totally be back!
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6. Craft Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Cathy J
We have been here several times. Each time we have had a great meal and my husband likes the selection of beers. The employees are very friendly and it is just a nice casual place to grab a great meal and a beer or two, or just ice tea (like I get).
5. Marie Callender's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Suchig06
I went today for lunch and this was my first time to Marie Callender's. I have to be very watchful of the restaurant I choose as I am a strict vegetarian. Well Marie's not only offers a variety of veggie options but also they are healthy choices of soups and salads. The ambience and decor showcase a heritage of American traditional dining. The stewardesses served and took care of guests with awesome ease and smile. Prices are very affordable, nice crowd, superb cleanliness and look and feel were so relaxing. fresh food, attractive presentation and welcoming attitude of the staff...all made my experience enjoyable.Kudos to the management as unless you have efficient restaurant manager, staff cannot be so pleasant. Well, you did win compliments from a very choosy customer and also encourage me to step into another Marie Callender's some day soon.
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4. Johnny B's Burgers & Brew
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Walker S
My friend took me here for lunch and told me about his memories of eat here with his family growing up. I enjoyed both the time with my friend and the food. And I am thinking we all should have pleasant memories of food with family.
3. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By Mootheart
I have always liked this place in the past but my husband had never been here before. We started with the fried artichokes. Oh my gosh they are good! I ordered a small pizza and my husband ordered a chicken, spicy peanut noodle dish. He got a tomato and mozzarella salad and I the garden salad. His was good but mine was mostly iceberg, turned brown lettuce with a lot of croutons. When our entrees arrived I was excited. Much to my great dismay, my pizza was horrible. Seriously. Canned tomatoes plopped on top with ample cheese but the pizza was not good. It had no flavor other than canned tomato sauce. My husband and I were surprised and thought that even a Pizza Hut pizza would have been better. His meal was delicious and very tasty. Wish I had gone with that:( We both agreed however that this restaurant is overpriced for what you get and we have decided not to go back again.
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2. Hooleys Irish Pub and Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By crpeter2450
We have eaten at Hooley's at Grossmont Center in La Mesa several times and will continue to go back. While their menu is not strictly what you would see in Ireland, the offerings are hearty and delicious. The last couple of times we have eaten dinner there I've had the corned beef and cabbage dinner which is excellent. The sliders also look quite good. One person in our group got the chicken sliders and really enjoyed them. We've been told by acquaintances that the salmon sliders are really excellent. My wife liked the shepherd's pie she ordered . Generally all the dinner menu items are served in portions too large to eat in one sitting so they have plenty of containers available to take home leftovers. The only menu item that somewhat disappointed me was the Irish stew they offer which is made with beef, unlike the lamb stew they serve in restaurants in Ireland.
1. The Hills
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Walker S
Best neighborhood pub for food and drink. Excellent service and wonderful community spirit with periodic evening of percentage gifts for local charities. Relax and kick back with this relaxed family friendly pub. Bring you kids along for the food if you would like. Highly recommended.
