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- SSandivipSan Diego •60 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThe Brigantine in La Mesa is my very favorites. The food arrives hot and to perfection. Our server, Lula was personable and professional. Bravo to The Brig for your continued customer care.More infoBrigantine La MesaPrice: Moderate• Seafood• La Mesa•4.8
- RRobertaSan Diego •2 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoThe music on the patio was pleasant, but WAY TOO LOUD to have conversation. I had looked up the menu online before going for the first time and was disappointed that the menu I viewed was not available at "brunch". My group went for lunch. Jason, our waiter, was pleasant and accommodating to our requests. The decor is nice and intentional. The patio ambience was very pleasant.More infoCasa GabrielaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Mesa•4.7
- MMikeSan Diego •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoOur first time We all felt like we were in an Italian neighborhood restaurant The food was amazing and everything tasted fresh and flavorful Our server Francesca was amazing very professional warm and friendly We were a party of four and we all want to returnMore infoLimoncello La MesaPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Park•4.6
- MMelvipSan Diego •9 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoI was pleasantly surprised by this sushi place. I had no expectations and I loved the hamachi jalapeño bites, the genmaicha tea, my friend had the mount something roll and it was good!! We liked everything- we also had a miso soup and the pork gyozasMore infoBanbu Sushi Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• La Mesa•4.5
- AAdrianavipSan Diego •7 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 27, 2024Great food, very lovely place and great customer service.More infoDiLeone's Italian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Rancho San Diego•4.8
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El Cajon and Lakeside are nestled in San Diego's East County and seamlessly blend a down-home country atmosphere with the amenities of a suburban community. Lakeside has several different cuisines and dining atmospheres ranging from outdoor tables to formal white tablecloths. Near the lake, Italian restaurants serve pizza, pasta, and luncheon buffets. Hearty and traditional American cuisine is another option for eating out in Lakeside, with long-standing cafes serving burgers, coffee, and pie. El Cajon, named for the box-like canyon it sits in, offers exotic cuisine choices including themed Halal/Arabic restaurants serving kebab, shwarma, and fresh hummus. Thai food choices in El Cajon include casual lunch options and dining establishments serving extensive menus with Thai curry, noodles, and seafood.
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