My friends and I are making this spot our neighbors waterhole.... Even when Steven is coming all…read morethe way from North Park.... "Worth the drive." Mostly because we had the absolute best waiter: Damian. Thank you hun for reminding us birthday months are a thing, the best things.

My friends and I stopped by The Hills Pub for breakfast, and we definitely left happy!…read more We ordered the all-you-can-eat waffles, and let me just say--they are very much worth it! If you're a waffle lover, this is definitely something you'll want to try. I ordered the Breakfast Burger, and it was delicious! The flavor was on point and definitely worth trying. It also comes with fries, which were a great addition to the meal. And if you're a ranch lover, this is your spot! They do not disappoint when it comes to ranch. Overall, we had a great breakfast, and the food was flavorful and satisfying. Definitely a place I'd come back to!

We have been to Toasted probably 5 or so times since moving to La Mesa and love it! We definitely…read morerecommend it. AMBIANCE: The ambiance is very nice. The restaurant is cute and not too noisy. There is an indoor and outdoor area. SERVICE: We have never had a bad service experience at Toasted. Our waitress today in particular was great. My niece wanted a mimosa without alcohol, and she happily accommodated and even suggested adding some soda water to make it more like a mimosa. FOOD & DRINKS: In the many times we have been there, we have had the following; DRINKS: -Mimosa Flight: Too be honest, I did not love the flight. The Prickly Pear was my favorite, but I tend to prefer sweeter drinks, and I would say overall, the cocktails are not super sweet there, which for many people is a plus (just not me). -Lavender Cocktail - Good but also not super sweet -Chai Latte - I have had it hot and iced and liked it both ways FOOD: -Santa Fe Scramble - My favorite dish I have tried to date. Our waitress compared it to tortilla soup in an egg dish, and I would say that's a new perfect description except I think this is way better than tortilla soup -Denver Scramble - Very good and would order again -Breakfast Sammy - Good. A typical breakfast sandwich, so if that's what you're in the mood for, get this. That being said, I wouldn't say there is anything that sets this breakfast sandwich apart from others. -Stuffed French Toast - Good but not my favorite. Would not order again. -Fried Chicken Benny - Good but not a standout that I would order again -Breakfast Quesadilla - Just okay. Nothing was wrong with it, but I would not get it again and would do the Santa Fe Scramble over this. -Sliders - My favorite lunch item. They are the same as the old Sammy's sliders (this location used to be a Sammy's) -Red Velvet Pancakes - Good but very rich -Chocolate Chip Pancakes - Great and very fluffy with excellent texture Overall, even though not every food item or drink is a hit for me personally, that's the case at pretty much any restaurant, and there are some great items and the food, service, and ambiance are great

Great bottomless service, our waitress filled up my glass as I drank which was amazing lol. I…read moreordered the chicken and pancakes which all together I rate a 6.5/10. - Comes with 3 THICK pancakes and three southern fried chicken tender with "hot" syrup. - Syrup tasted like regular syrup mixed with hot sauce which I wasn't really feelin. I think it would've been better with hot honey and syrup on the side? - Again these pancakes are THICK and flavor was "meh" so you prolly won't even finish them all and you might need to ask for extra syrup (like myself) I honestly think the chicken and French toast would've been a better option and I might ask for that accommodation next time if I order the same thing (I prolly won't, I like to try new tings hehe). Overall pretty restaurant with great natural Lighting but it still needs to prove itself in the flavor department.

quick seating and amazing service. portion of food was worth the price. super clean area and good…read moremusic.

Franklin was very nice and respectful he was very patient with us and did a fantastic job we will…read moredefinitely be coming back and want to see Franklin

Great place to stop by for an early weekend lunch. Since it was early, I decided to go with the…read moreAngus sliders, which were better than your average sliders. The caramelized onions and bacon jam make a huge difference and make it worth getting sliders. Heads up - if you have tots, they do have high chairs for both high top and regular tables but they don't have a kids menu.

Right off the bat, the host just seemed blunt and monotone. Our waitress tried to vouch for her,…read moreabout busy morning.. We were seated outside, 5mins later I was trying to ask for a table change from 1 corner to the other due to the sun. I went to get back in line at the host stand, but the family before me asked for the corner table& I feel like because we were there first, my issue should've been addressed 1st, esp when the mother of the family was making faces and making a big deal. I mentioned to the host another table left in the same area, she said she'll clear it, problem solved. Just off to a horrible 1st impression on a little issue, and that was just at the face of the initial interaction. *The host did come over and apologize about whatever feelings she thought I had still though* I had the chilaquiles, it was good, it just wasn't AMAZING. I swear I read on the menu it said fresh tortilla strips.. unless I read that on another menu. Everything else seemed like basic breakfast/lunch. It was something new to try& we tried it.

My daughter suggested we come here for the first time and boy am I glad I listened. The food was so…read morefreakin good and pricing was inexpensive. Everyone was very nice that worked there. We sat outside and it was beautiful. Absolutely will come here again!!! Sooo good!!! I ate like a baby hippo and I have no regrets!!! Worth it!

READ ENTIRE REVIEW... Service, amazing. You can tell these…read morepeople have worked there for YEARS and the customers are ones probably who've grown up going there. If you want quick, comfort food it seems the spot. I will say the potato salad has a liquid ish base to it and no other spices or veggies inside. The sandwiches lack a lot of flavor and excitement. I think this spot is perfect for a shopping center where you wanna carb up and just get with the family a quick meal. Everyone was so nice but if you're into food with flavors and spice and excitement I think it's a pass. I'd be back for some muffins at the register and a friendly waitress however.

We just finished eating breakfast here, and it was an excellent experience from start to finish. We…read morewere seated quickly, the food was outstanding, and the service was amazing. The ambience was family friendly and welcoming. They serve Farmers Brothers coffee. If you have not tasted this coffee, you must try it. There is no bitterness to it and it's very smooth. I love when restaurants serve this brand of coffee. I ordered the vegetarian omelette. It was baked, generously portioned, incredibly filling, and absolutely delicious. My nephew had the strawberry waffle which looked very delicious. I also want to commend the entire staff for their exceptional service and hard work. They were attentive, friendly, and kept everything running smoothly throughout our visit. It's clear they take pride in providing a great experience for their guests. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great breakfast!

Delicious pancakes, friendly staff, fresh OJ, and a great atmosphere. The staff are so attentive…read moreand there's a lot of seating. The patio is also dog friendly! (For dogs under 40 lbs). They even brought out a water bowl for her, so kind. My family visits once and month and it's a great time every time. I order the pigs in the blanket every time with a plethora of fresh syrup options. It's delicious. My wife always changes her crepe every time and they're all delightful. Fresh homemade whip cream does it every time for her.

An interesting bistro in La Mesa, I've never knew it was here until my friend took me. It's…read moreactually super cute and homey, the station with the pump it yourself house coffee (many diff blends and flavors) was cool. I know it would be a hit with many dads and older folks. So for this place you order at the counter first (they have a LARGE menu!) and then they give you a table number stand and you find yourself a table. They will bring it out to you with some napkins and silverware. Their service is fast and kitchen was at max speed / great flow. The servers seem quite experienced as one guy was holding 4 massive plates in his arms lol! Since it was my first time, I went pretty simple and ordered Chocolate Chip Buttermilk Pancakes. This came as a stack of 3. It was super fulfilling, but deliciously made. The chocolate chip wasn't burnt like other places made it and the pancake was nice and fluffy. Beautifully cooked! They gave little packets of butter, but I don't think it was needed. They have some maple syrup (not warmed) on the table for you-- good consistency. My friend had the Big Breakfast Plate, I think it's called? He got a freshly squeezed orange juice, chicken sausage, scrambled eggs, English muffin & jam, and a bowl of fresh fruit. It was nicely portioned & he said he enjoyed the fresh jam a lot. On the table, they had ketchup and hot sauce-- if needed. I'll def try some other items and drinks on the menu next time. I saw some workers bringing out iced and hot lattes which looked so good! The presentation made my mouth water lol. There was a steady flow of guests coming in! They have outdoor seating, but it was raining so no one sat outside.

We are regulars. We love their food. They have delicious coffee options to choose from. They also…read morehave a huge menu and good sized portions. We tend to get the same things. Our favorites are: Big breakfast- comes with coffee or OJ, bacon eggs, potatoes, choice of toast. Club sandwich with fruit - my kid said this is the best club sandwich she's ever had. Chocolate chip pancakes for my other kid. Line goes fast. Nice area to eat inside or outside. Outside is dog friendly seating too! Quick service. Kind efficient staff.

This was our second time here, this time for brunch! We got the burrito and the queso fundido…read more OMG!! The queso fundido was sooooo amazing! I definitely want to get it again in the future. The burrito was so good as well. I was not too fond of the agave syrup drizzle as I don't like mixing sweet and savory, but if that's your thing, go for it! Eventually I only had room for the filling, so that was nice and savory. The cafe de olla was delicious as well. I REALLY commend this restaurant for not using AI graphics. The signs and menu looked like they were designed by a real designer. Great job! My only complaint was that the table next to us had an iPad kid with loud volume. I feel that restaurants should impose policies of not letting personal devices be so loud as to not bother other patrons.

We've been here twice for dinner and definitely ambiance is good:…read more 1st try: We tried the La Jefa asado molcajete for two and its definitely worth it for the price. It's huge and we really liked the combination of steak, chicken, shrimp, sausage and chorizo. I really liked how they separated the beans in a cup, the rice and the tortillas. Very neat and clean. 2nd try: My husband tried the Mar Y Tierra Burrito and its very very spicy. We couldnt finish it so we put it to go. I ordered the Enchiladas Sirloin Ranchero and definitely a huge serving. It was my first time to try enchiladas and honestly I struggled to understand what I'm eating. Was it supposed to be super soggy and everything in one plate? I dont understand why they had to put beans within the plate and the plate seems overflowing. I dont know where the Sirloin is. The spicyness was tolerable for the enchiladas but I believe I regret ordering it. I cant finish it so also asked for to go.

Wednesday night around 5pm my sister and I met up with my son and his wife for dinner…read more They ordered the chicken pot pies and my sister ordered the meat loaf and myself ordered the pot roast melt sandwich. Food was delicious all of us enjoyed it. Service was a little shaky with our waitress who would rather talk to the bus boy instead of bringing us some water? She must of been new? Or she lack experience about customer service. We were sitting right there? Had to ask for some ai juice that came with the sandwich? Besides that we really enjoyed eating there and will be back.

Black bear diner in El Cajon made my son sick to his stomach.. He had the Mac And cheese and fruit…read more Check there environmental health and quality report before you go. They had a major vermin violation in 10/2026.

Portions here are huge, so definitely come hungry. I had the chia pudding, and my sisters and…read morehusband enjoyed their meals. I did find the Not-So-Old-Fashioned Biscuits and Gravy to have an overpowering rosemary flavor. If you like rosemary, you might enjoy them. The breakfast sandwich was tasty, and I loved the Black Sesame Latte. They provide non-dairy milk, which I appreciate. Service was great, and the restaurant setting was warm and inviting.

Public Square has been closed since April after staff walked out and eventually quit due to unpaid…read morewages. Unfortunately, this place was on the decline leading up to these events. It would usually take a half hour to get a simple drink order. Food that was previously wow turned into meh (I'm looking at you, shashuka). I don't blame the baristas. I don't think the business owners ever properly streamlined their ordering process / menu to get items out effectively. I hope we get something nice to replace this space.