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Lemon Grove Bistro, Lemon grove, CA

Lemon Grove Bistro

4.9
4.9
82 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for happy hour
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.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Beer Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 373-8650
  • Website
    https://grovebistro.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Rashi Wahidi
  • Location
    3308 main street, Lemon grove, CA 91945
  • Neighborhood
    Lemon Grove
  • Cross street
    Pacific Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Main St and Broadway<br />
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving 2024 *Dine-In Option*

    $177.79 per party

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    Join us for a classic dine-in Thanksgiving dinner! Menu is set for 4 people & includes: - House-Roasted Turkey Breast - Stuffing - Mashed Potatoes & Gravy - Roasted Pear Salad - Cranberry Sauce - Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chopped Bacon - Pumpkin Pie

Offers

  • Weekday Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    Join us for Happy Hour on Monday through Friday from 2:30 pm to 5 pm for the best deal on burgers, wings, flatbreads & drinks. Burger & Beer for $18 and Burger & Wine for $19 Wings & Beer for $17 and Wings & Wine $18 Flatbread & Beer for $17 and Flatbread & Wine $18

    Weekday Happy Hour Photo

Menu

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What 82 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    American

  • East County

    Best Overall

  • East County

    Best Food

  • East County

    Best Service

  • East County

    Best Value

  • East County

    Healthy

  • East County

    Neighborhood gem

  • East County

    Great for fine wines

  • East County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East County

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lemon Grove Bistro is a delightful hidden gem offering "excellent food and service." Guests rave about its charming atmosphere, attentive staff, and imaginative menu that creatively incorporates lemons. Ideal for both casual meals and special occasions, it's a "wonderful gem" with a welcoming vibe and "very reasonable" prices.

82 Reviews

  1. Christopher

    San Diego

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Neighborhood gem. Paella, chicken & bone marrow were terrific.

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  2. Deborah A

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, reasonably priced, and homey vibe. Jazz music made the experience even better.

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  3. Lori

    San Diego

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always Lemon Grove Bistto was amazing. The food and service are outstanding. We are always happy to come to this restaurant. This place is a true gem!

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  4. PaulD

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our new favorite spot!!! Really love the staff and the food is phenomenal!! We have been here several times now and have never been disappointed.

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  5. Sherry

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great and so was the service. Nice casual vibe and we were easily able to have a conversation. Great place! They were kind enough to call me later that evening after they found my work badge/key in their parking lot. It was a huge save since I had to be at work early the next day.

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  6. Josh

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible service each time I’ve been here. Every meal has been 💯 and they’re big portions

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  7. Alejandro

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been here by a few times before and the service is never short of excellent. I would definitely recommend!!

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  8. Michele

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This restaurant is worth the somewhat odd location. The food was fabulous. The staff was efficient and pleasant. There is also a beer and wine bar there. Will definitely return. I had the baked bone. Yummy.

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  9. Brian

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Premium food and service with a neighborhood feel is why I will go back again.

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  10. THOMAS

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We live in Poway which is about 25 miles away from Lemon Grove Bistro but decided to give it a try. Well worth the drive…..delicious food, the fisherman stew was particularly outstanding,efficient service and most certainly,fairly priced. We had heard good things about the restaurant and our dining experience was a most delightful one.

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FAQs

Lemon Grove Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 373-8650.

Lemon Grove Bistro is rated 4.9 stars by 82 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lemon Grove Bistro

3308 main street, Lemon grove, CA 91945

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Pacific Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Lemon Grove
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Beer Garden
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Main St and Broadway
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rashi Wahidi
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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