The design of this place is really cool. It feels like you've walked into a back alley and are in a…read morecompletely different part of town. Everything is so clean but it has a very good rustic and real feel to it. The drinks here are my favorite because to be honest, I'm a sours beer kind of guy and they have a whole building dedicated to it. The amount of variety when it comes to sours is great a prices are fair. Flavors pop but theirs also a good enough selection if you want a more chill sour that won't punch you in the face. The other building (not sure which is considered the main ones) has a large selection of your typical IPAs, lagers, you name it. The flavors are good and they seems to have some deals going on from time to time for cans to take home which I can appreciate. They also have a few board games to keep you entertained and seem to consistently have some options fora food vendor as well as many times having live music. Definitely worth the visit on a day you see them having one of these vendors or live bands you may be interested in. The people here seem to be very friendly with their regulars and greet you as if you're a friend. I think this bodes well with breweries considering you're usually here to have a good time and chill. I wouldn't say it feels like the reason I'd come back at all but no complaints here. Just didn't feel like out of this world service by any means.

Stopped into Helix Brewery for a couple of beers. To our surprise there was a Crawford High School…read more45th reunion, so the place was packed with alumni. There was a band playing, a food truck and a Padres game on. Always a good time when you can catch the Pads on TV. I started off with their Blonde Ale, "Fun Times" which was good and also had their Mexican Lager "Surveza", both good and drinkable. I had a sip of their New Zealand IPA "MTNS" which was simply too hoppy for me. We got to try the Cubano Panini from the food truck that was there that day, and that was good. Overall a good brewery, cool/industrial location. With rustic vibes and open space. Lots of seating options both indoor and outdoor- major plus in my book. The bartenders were friendly and even let us try a sip of a upcoming beer. Cool find. Parking is a bit limited.

We visited Sunny Grove Brewing Company for the first time on a recent Sunday…read more We arrived around 11:00 AM. The L-shaped bar was about a quarter full. The space is really great. Inside and out on the patio. They have a very nice and large bar top. The place is quite large with an open and airy feel. Definitely cool brewery vibes. The bathroom was really impressive; huge and spotlessly clean. They have a great selection of beers on tap from light to IPA. Stouts, darks - a beer for everybody. Beer only right now. I enjoyed a very tasty Mexican Lager (La Bamba). Becky begrudgingly enjoyed one as well. She no longer drinks beer. She lost nearly 50 pounds by switching to low carb, low calorie seltzers a few years ago. That was our only disappointment, no seltzers. Not even in cans in the cooler. If we ever return, she'll have to bring her own. Sunny Grove does not have a kitchen, but they do host a different food truck or pop-up nearly every day. Check the calendar on their website for details. sunnygrovebeer.com Definitely a cool spot, just wish they'd add a seltzer even if it is canned.

We had an afternoon off together, my wife and I so we stopped at Sunny Grove brewing Company. Katie…read morewas the beer tender, and she was extremely helpful, kind and knowledgeable of the beers. The brewery itself had a typical brewery ambience of being in a industrial Park which we loved with lots of open space. The beer was the main attraction and we really enjoyed tasting their IPAs and the course they had just put on we highly recommend if you are thirsty in Santy to go by Sunny Grove brewing Company.

Such a unique spot where you can play games for free all day on Sunday! Combine that with their…read morehappy hour and you're in for a good time. They have classic arcade games here like Frogger Pong, Super Mario and pinball. There are a few newer games like a version of beer pong, Halo, Mario Kart and 4-person Pacman. We played every game within an hour and felt a bit bored after that. I'd love to see a Dance Dance Revolution game here! The plethora of beers, hard seltzers and ciders on tap looked like an expansive collection. There was something here for everyone. They even had a chocolate espresso martini on tap. I didn't drink but those in my party enjoyed every sip and got a good buzz goin. I love that you can pay for your drink by the ounce and you don't really have to commit to a whole drink if you don't want to. Perfect to taste test everything if that's what you desire. I'll be back in the area when I'm feelin in a fun and drinky mood.

Coin Haus is such a fun concept. They always have something going on, whether it's weekly specials,…read moretrivia nights, or other events that give you a reason to come back. It was a little smaller than I expected, but it's still easy to spend an hour or two here with friends. They also serve food, which I'll have to come back and try another time. Instead of ordering drinks at the bar, you start a tab by leaving your credit card with the cashier. They give you a tap card that lets you pour your own drinks. You can sample just a little or fill up a whole glass. It's completely up to you. They have everything from beer and wine to a few craft cocktails on tap. If you want to try something different, you can swap out your glass and keep exploring. The same tap card also activates all of the arcade games, which I thought was a really cool touch. It makes everything feel connected instead of having to carry around a bunch of tokens or cash. When I visited, they were hosting trivia night. It definitely brought in a crowd. Most of the tables were full, so walking around got a little tight because the space isn't very big. Even so, the atmosphere was lively. It felt like everyone was having a good time. I ended up trying the Cranberry Mule, which I really enjoyed. It was nice being able to pour just the amount I wanted instead of committing to a full drink. Overall, I had a really fun time here. It's a unique spot that gives you something a little different from your typical bar. Once you're ready to leave, you just close out your tab and head home. I'd definitely come back with a group of friends.

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.

Always wanted to try this place because of the name, seems like a good place to have a drink and…read morehang out with awesome people

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.

We recently just moved to the Lemon Grove area and it was my mommas birthday , so we decided to…read moretake her out to an Italian place! This one was right by us and it looked good online so we wanted to try it out, and it did not disappoint! The server was super welcoming, we absolutely loved the service. Not to mention the decor was beautiful. The food is spectacular, I got the Fettuccine Carbonara and I haven't had pasta like that in so long. One big point I'd like to point out is that they have a big window that you can see the workers in the other side, I'm pretty sure they make every by scratch! Will be coming back definitely! Oh and we mentioned it was my moms birthday and they surprised her with a tiramisu cake at the end of our meal

Service always prompt. Charcuterie board substantial…read more Arancini = Alcoholic beverages.

Burning Beard is my emotional support brewery at this point. I show up for the strong Belgian beers…read moreand stay because suddenly the world feels like a better place after one or two. Their patty melt also deserves its own fan club. It has no business being that good at a brewery. Do I love the music? No. It feels like my ears lost a bet. But after a solid Belgian, I find myself being way more forgiving. Funny how that works. The staff are ridiculously friendly too, which makes it hard to complain about anything when someone is handing you great beer with a smile. Come here for the Belgians, stay for the patty melt, tolerate the music, leave happy.

Cool joint with really nice people. Haven't been in a while and felt like old school brew. Always…read moregreeted with a smile and the beer is interesting. I think they're more into the Belgians, but I found a couple of West Coast-like IPAs. The cool thing about Burning is that they have food or an attached food truck. We went for Patty Melt/fries and a wedge. It was good and just my helpful two cents, if you're going to stay away from Rye bread in a Patty, you need lots of grilled onions. I love the white bread idea but it's more of a Chester than a Patty melt. Better news: Burning Beard is moving to a larger local, much larger, and a dedicated kitchen. Can't wait.

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.

The Library Tavern is the spot for APA League events. We go on Monday nights and a good time is…read morealways had. Gilly is a great bartender and Tony is a great host/owner. The bar is well equipped to handle numerous APA teams throughout the week. They have great hours, opening after lunch and through the night to the wee hour of the morning. I've never had a bad drink here and the vibe is always high.

KK was a very welcoming bartender that provided great service and affordable drinks! There are five…read morepool tables and many tvs for a sports fanatic. Very clean venue!

@YelpSanDiego @lamesaOktoberfest…read more We really enjoyed attending the Oktoberfest in La Mesa . Thanks so much Hanna from Yelp for allowing my boyfriend & I to experience our first time attending OktoberFest La Mesa. Both of us really enjoyed this event! We kept ourselves entertained with the live bands, drank Spaten Premium Lager and ate some bacon wrapped bratwurst to partake in the Oktoberfest festivities!! This La Mesa event was much better than last year'ss Oktoberfest El Cajon we've attended. MUCH THANKS to Hannah from Yelp for allowing us to experience this fun annual event!!

This was my second time going to the La Mesa Oktoberfest, and it did not disappoint! Chun P and I…read morewere given free VIP passes for the Biergarten thanks to Yelp, though we purchased our own snacks. While the beer gardens require admission, the majority of the festival is free and open to the public. We attended the wiener dog races for the first time this year and they were hysterical! There were 4 to 6 dogs per heat and then they had a final round. Please note, these were not professional racing dogs, just San Diego's finest dachshund dog volunteers from families around town. One family member would release the dog at the starting line and the rest of the family would be at the finish line cheering them on. Some dogs ran straight across to their families really fast, others took their time, barked at each other, and sometimes ran back to the starting line! It was so cute! There was also a planking contest by the wiener dog races, and people have to hold plank with wiener dog stuffed animal on their back. No surprise, some of the beefiest guys dropped first, and for the session I watched a wiry young woman took the gold at holding plank nearly 12 minutes! The music on the main stage was great, we especially enjoyed the traditional German music and Jimmy's Buffet. There's so many creative booths with craft items, and all different types of food to satisfy every craving. The volunteers and security team were all excellent and I sincerely appreciated their efforts. We didn't go on the Ferris wheel, but love that they have some ride options as well. Can't wait till next year's Oktoberfest!