Came for drinks one day back in 2018. The drinks were good but it was the burger that brought me…read moreback. It's now 2026 and I keep coming back for the burger. It's my favorite. The great service is a bonus. Everyone is always in a great mood. It's now my go to spot to watch the Padres and SDFC. My wife highly recommends "Puff the Magic Dragon"

This place is'a changin! It's always been a great little hometown bar/ watering hole. It's growing…read morethough and while that means prosperity it also means a different feel. The bathroom remodel is nice...not like a bar but like mini-Vegas nice. Weird that they closed the garage doors out front at 815pm! I understand noise ordinances but like 9pm would be cool. Or a light speaker would be cool. The music just kinda ended. Drinks were great and the staff are always kick @ss! It would be nice to have the little kids outta there juuust a bit earlier.

What a great place! Sorry to hear it's closing. Food is…read moregreat and our server Emily was just the best ever! Last time there we had Sarah as our server. Also outstanding See u there St Pat's Day!

Meh, just okay as far as good goes. The Mac and cheese is decent. Sirloin sliders just okay, my…read morebuns were burnt, same with the 50 50 burger. Mashed potatoes good, sausage also just okay. I think you go for the atmosphere and Guinness. Staff was good and helpful.

Took my gf here for a surprise and she was so stoked. She loved the decor and ambiance of the…read moreplace. We had the pleasure of being served by Jonah. This dude knew his stuff and answered any questions we had. He made us 4 different drinks in total and all were so good. Not to mention he kept the coconut shell constantly full of complimentary goldfish and pretzels. He also let us know that they got karaoke there (I think Thursday-Saturday)! Shoutout to Jonah and the Luau for making our first visit there a memorable one. It definitely won't be our last time being there

Was visiting San Diego because of a friend's theatre performance at The Moxie Theatre. After the…read moreshow we mixed and mingled with the cast who suggested going to tiki/surf bar called The Luau. This place was great. Bright, vibrant and full of tropical decor. The bar was packed. We got a four high top seater in the main area. Glad we did because it was karaoke night! In between songs the dj would play pop star music videos. There was a back patio with more seating. Surprise of the night was when Sterling the security guard sang a song from "Wicked". Will definitely go back again!

Have been wanting to try Coin Haus for a while now and so glad we have! The bartender was very…read morehelpful, welcoming, and he was fun to chat with. Explained how the pour-it-yourself works and the prices were reasonable, I really enjoyed being able to taste a bunch of different drinks before committing to one lol. I was also pleasantly surprised to how many options there were, I was expecting only beers but there were a lot of ciders and seltzers to choose from as well. Definitely a drink for everyone! We got some pizzas from Surf Rider, such a great combo to have in one spot, we got the Surf Rider veggie pizza and it was SO good and garlicky. We also got the LM Deluxe and it was also really good. Loved all the different arcade games and for coming in on a Saturday night, it was busy but not packed which made every game enjoyable. Will definitely be back!

Such a cool spot! Their self-serve beer station is one of my favorite things--you can try whatever…read moreyou want, pour a little, and switch it up until you find your favorite. The chocolate espresso one is SO good. It's a smaller place, but they did a great job designing it so it never feels crowded or cramped. The arcade games make it even more fun and give it a really playful vibe. It's perfect for a double date or a girls' night--especially sitting outside on their bar booth patio where you can relax and actually have good conversations. I've gone for both, and every time has been such a great experience. The staff is always super friendly too. Definitely a go-to spot!

Pretty cute lil spot. Very cozy & extremely laid back. Definitely a good spot to bring a date or…read morehangout or get together with friends, very lowkey. A nice selection of wines to choose from, and the staff will let you taste em to make sure you're happy w your choice & help provide recommendations too. Very nice & kind!! Good roster of beers on tap from local craft to brand name IPAs, so something for everyone!

Total Local's spot. This little wine bar (and beer) is just wonderful. It's a converted craftsman…read morehome loaded with charm. The owner is a sweetheart; funny, charming and a mean cook :)! There is bar seating, coffee shop style sofas, and a quiet outdoor space with warm lighting. It is also a great place to have an event. I had my Dissertation Party (~40 people) here and everybody loved the place. It is dog friendly too.

Loved getting a lil brunchies here! I got the basic breakfast and it was perfect. Everything you…read morewant in a breakfast plate. The over easy eggs were prepared just the way they should be. Non runny yolk lovers look away! The space is a perfect set up for you to sit by the open windows and enjoy brunch and a little people watching. Staying cool from the heat and enjoyin ya lil treats. Ashley was my server and was so sweet! She continually checked on me and made sure I had everything I needed. Def will be coming again! :)

After a day of thrifting we wanted a dog friendly lunch and found this gem. It's got a wonderful…read moreoutdoor patio that you can bring dogs on, as well as an indoor packed with TVs and a bar. The menu is really fresh, creative, and all made from scratch which was a HUGE selling point for me. We came and got a kebab sandwich with chicken, fish and fries which we got their house made chips instead, and pooch patty. Let's start off with the pooch patty. I took a nibble to test before I gave to my dog and it was unseasoned and delicious for a dog patty. Great quality meat and she was elated to scarf down the three patties included. The kebab sandwich for me was amazing. Every single thing in that wrap/sandwich was seasoned and fresh. The chicken had a perfect char while still beong flavorful and juicy. It was sooo good. The pita chips that came with it were also house made and amazing. My fiancee said her fish and fries/chips were really good. Not over battered, not greasy, but crispy light and flakey. I would agree, the batter was not weighing down the light fish at all. Their tartar sauce was house made with mustard and we both fell in love with it. Their chips are also super delicious. We did not leave a singular crumb. We love the location of this place right in downtown La Mesa and we will for sure be back with our puppy in tow.

Dive bar on La Mesa blvd with good cheap strong drinks! I definitely recommend. Staff is super…read morefriendly and there's also a nice spacious outside area.

Very lively bar in down town La Mesa, diverse crowd of 20 to 40/50 somethings. Variety of draft…read morebeers, Karaoke on Friday nights (a little too crowded for my liking). Outdoor seating and firepit to snuggle against.

I love this establishment 3rd time here and still absolutely amazing. White Wine Chicken Boxty -…read moreour server told us she substitutes shrimp for the chicken and we tried it. It is unbelievably good! And the bacon braised red cabbage?? WOW! IThe ambience is homey and quaint......will be back!!

Great food, large quantities, fairly quick service . Ambiance is comfortable, a more chill vibe ,…read morenot fancy . The only thing I did not enjoy was the Irish Coffee .. even added cream and sugar .. could not drink it .. don't recommend it . I would visit here again ..

The old Good Guys tavern was sold and morphed into this new place. Let's just say I miss Good Guys…read moregreatly. When they first opened under the new name, the place had super bright lighting. Really it was weird, like medical operating room brightness...They ended up shading the lights and painted the walls dark?? Better, appropriate ambience. It's a lot more modern and cleaner than ever though. Well, so they call it a taphouse now. Which means they are a craft beer bar. With less than average beer selection on tap for a taphouse in my opinion. They do have a large can selection that pushes them up a star. Many one-off beers and smoothie styles which can be difficult to obtain. There's only one person working the bar, which has always been a friendly female. Which is appropriate for the 90% male clientele. You gotta figure this works everywhere. Take it from someone who knows, as I worked as a bartender and barback for many years. Serving beer is one thing, but it's tough getting a male bartending job in general. The selection could be better. However, the problem I have with this place is the exorbitant prices of the draft beers. This is considering the area, which is on Broadway in Lemon Grove. I mean we are talking 9 and 10$ beers here. For example, Frank the Dank- a double IPA is 10$ here. And I know where I can get these for $5 a pint... and I'm not telling where either! Actually if you do really read my reviews, this information will be eventually leaked out if it already hasn't been.. But yeah I'm sorry, but this why you are empty 80% of the time. Who can afford this in this permanently depressed area/neighborhood? The working men of course, who aren't ready to go home and deal with that nagging significant other..

I've been to Lemon City Taphouse three times now and it's just fine. The selection is the best…read morepart, by far. There is definitely something for everyone, including non-alcoholic options. My biggest complaint would be the prices. I paid $10 for a pint of Two Towns cider, and $15 for a 19oz can of Boochcraft. The staff is always very friendly, and happy to help with beverage selection. With this being the only real craft beer option in Lemon Grove, it's a good stop, it's just going to cost you a little more.

I went there on a random Tuesday night and it looks like they were playing bingo. All you have to…read moreis buy a drink, which was why I was there in the first place, and if you get a bingo you get to spin a prize wheel! It was really fun and everyone seemed super nice. The bartender was amazing and attentive. They had flyers for bingo which look to be every Tuesday night at 8pm

Great dive bar in lemon grove. 2 pool tables a dart board,…read morebeer pong some nights. Friendly bartenders 20 beers on Tap Great Vibes!