Best Seasonal Restaurants in La Mesa

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1. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • La Mesa

Booked 15 times today

Here at Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill we are committed to providing our customers with an excellent dining experience. Each dish on our menu is prepared using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill is unique with its classic Japanese design, fused with a modern bistro look combined with earth tones and lighting to create a visual atmosphere one can't forget!

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2. Farmer's Table - La Mesa

4.4

Awesome(2001)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • La Mesa

Booked 24 times today

Excited to announce that we officially have four locations open in San Diego including Bay Park, Little Italy, La Mesa, and Chula Vista. As a family run operation we believe every good neighborhood deserves an eatery where locals and visitors can enjoy “honest food done right”. Here at Farmers Table, we specialize in farm-to-fork cuisine that focuses on bringing locally sourced organic ingredients together to be savored in an inviting family-friendly atmosphere, where adults and children can enjoy many different food options that are just right for them. If you are looking for a magical brunch this week, come stop by for an unforgettable night.

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3. El Torito - La Mesa

4.7

Exceptional(427)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • La Mesa

Booked 8 times today

The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

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4. Giardino Neighborhood Cucina

4.9

Exceptional(1058)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lemon Grove

Booked 26 times today

Located in the middle of Lemon Grove’s 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.Giardino offers an Italian-inspired menu of seasonally-driven dishes that use timeless Italian techniques and fresh ingredients. Guests will find items such as fresh seafood, pastas, pizzas and salads, as well as a variety of elements made in-house.

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5. Lemon Grove Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(81)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lemon Grove

Booked 3 times today

In addition to offering comforting American favorites, our menu provides a selection of flavors inspired by our chef’s culinary experiences, ranging from classic Spanish fare to Italian favorites. Our menu changes seasonally to feature the freshest ingredients and provide an exciting dining experience throughout the year.The Lemon Grove Bistro is in a historic mission-style building in the heart of Lemon Grove. Since 1912, it’s been a place where locals meet and build connections, whether they were picking up their mail at the Sonka General Store in 1944 or ordering custom cakes at the Grove Pastry Shop in 2012. Come for the food. Stay to experience the inviting ambiance of the historic building and its new garden. Let’s build community--together.

6. insideOUT

4.7

Exceptional(2245)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Hillcrest

Booked 78 times today

insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.We are excited to announce our highly anticipated Holiday Oasis Experience beginning Thursday, November 7th! Visit our website for additional information under "Happenings."Our menu is curated by Executive Chef Johnny Duran and is updated seasonally to reflect his creative approach to California-Mediterranean inspired fare, using the freshest ingredients provided by our local purveyors.Aside from our impeccable hospitality, insideOUT is known for their over-the-top seasonal experiences. We also provide customized private event planning with venue buyout options. More information can be found on our website.

7. Animae

4.8

Exceptional(3176)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 73 times today

ANIMAE’s eclectic West Coast cuisine, layered with Asian influences, comes to life under Celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey. Applying a California cooking style to ANIMAE’S traditional coal-fired oven and grill, Chef Malarkey’s menu is as thoughtful as it is refined, elevating local produce and seasonal ingredients to create a lively and progressive culinary program.

8. Seneca

4.7

Exceptional(4108)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 111 times today

Roman trattorias are a timeless expression of simplicity. Immune to the lure of gastronomic experimentation and ego. In Rome, no chef can cook better than the mothers and grandmothers before them. Our goal is to merge the dogmatic approach of Roman cooking with the amazing abundance of ingredients available to us in San Diego. A True Roman Holiday In SD. A 4% surcharge is added to all guest checks.

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9. Ironside Fish & Oyster

4.4

Awesome(4529)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Little Italy

Booked 97 times today

Little Italy was built by the fishing industry. Ironside attempts to continue that narrative. It's our contemporary interpretation of the classic fish house and oyster bar. Located in a historic auction house on India St we did a full comprehensive restoration of the building, with three open-air culinary hubs featuring an expansive raw bar, chefs table, and bakery. We tried to be mindful of the past while looking towards the future. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks.Ironside is now taking reservations for patio and dining room seating. We are now offering Happy Hour MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 3:00PM - 5:00PM.

10. Callie Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(172)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 49 times today

Callie represents Chef Travis Swikard's debut solo project after spending a decade working alongside the esteemed Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. The restaurant’s name, "Callie," comes from the Greek word "kallos," meaning "the most beautiful," and embodies its blend of Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients and terroir, from sea to land from San Diego, Swikard's hometown. In 2022, Callie was acclaimed as one of America's top new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report, and received both a Bib Gourmand and a Plate from the Michelin Guide. Callie is a dedicated supporter of Feeding San Diego, having contributed over 1 million meals to those in need in San Diego since its launch. Swikard is set to open his second restaurant in La Jolla in 2025.

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Allison
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Honestly the food was probably some of the best food I’ve ever had in my life. I loved it. Price matched the food for sure. Ambiance was nice as well.
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Giardino Neighborhood CucinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Lemon Grove
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4.9
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Doston
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This place was much better than what i had this visit.
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Banbu Sushi Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• La Mesa
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4.5
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Deborah A
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food, reasonably priced, and homey vibe. Jazz music made the experience even better.
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Lemon Grove BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Lemon Grove
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4.9
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Kyndel
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a group of 8 for Sunday brunch. Service was great, especially the free glowing champagne. There were many food choices, buffet style. So many choices there’s no way to try everything. Price was fair. I’d definitely go back!
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El Torito - La MesaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Mesa
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4.7
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Stephanievip
San Diego •8 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 4, 2024
This is a neighborhood gem I go to regularly. The food is high quality, the service is efficient, and the location is great! Highly recommend.
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Farmer's Table - La MesaPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• La Mesa
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4.4

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73 restaurants available nearby

1. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill

2. Farmer's Table - La Mesa

3. El Torito - La Mesa

4. Giardino Neighborhood Cucina

5. Lemon Grove Bistro

6. insideOUT

7. Animae

8. Seneca

9. Ironside Fish & Oyster

10. Callie Restaurant

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