Service was fast, polite and food was great! They were celebrating their third year in business, and we received a slight discount for it! Definitely be back read more

Lemon Grove Bistro - Beef lasagna - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

The food is fantastic and the employees are polite and respectful towards my Hubby and me. I will always miss the old bakery, but since the Pandemic there's not a lot of really good places to eat in Lemon Grove. Until Lemon Grove Bistro. Thank you for the delicious food! read more

Lemon Grove Bistro - My friend Beckett Boggs when she came and helped me work on my little succulent garden! Im eternally BLESSED to have her in my life! - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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Absolutely loved my experience at Lemon Grove Bistro! The food was amazing--such incredible flavors, and honestly, a taste that is hard to find anywhere else. Everything felt special and truly one of a kind. Our server, Santiago, was wonderful and made the experience even better with his great service. And the gentleman playing the little guitar in the corner added such a beautiful, classy touch to the evening. It created such a warm and elegant atmosphere. From the delicious food to the wonderful service and live music, everything came together perfectly. read more

Entrees very delicious and excellent presentation. Extensive wine menu. Will be back the next time visiting San Diego. read more

We always love trying new places in different neighborhoods of San Diego. About a month ago we tried this place. We came early for our reservations but there was plenty of seating inside and outside. We were seated maybe 5 min after arriving. It was a nice clean restaurant. We sat inside that day. The waiter was very kind and always had a nice smile on his face. He was very attentive. I ordered the paella. It wasn't my favorite paella I've ever had. I usually like the rice more cooked at the bottom of the pan and this rice was a bit overcooked and mushy for my taste. All the flavors were there though. All the seafood tasted fresh. The plate was full of color. It had mussels and clams, shrimp and fish. My daughter had the braised short rib and mashed potatoes. She said the meat was tender and the mash potatoes were creamy. The star was the dessert. The Brown Butter Cake was so warm, crispy edges and buttery. They topped it with vanilla ice cream that slowly melted on top of the warm cake. The time we had was enjoyable and I would go back again if in the neighborhood. read more

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Service was amazing We got seated immediately and there was soft jazz which I loved, very calm and welcoming. My friend got the meatloaf I of course had to steal some and it was flavorful and just the right amount of dense without feeling heavy and the other sides paired so well and the seasoning was even through out the dish I got the pasta and I would say we came around 4 pm so this was perfect for after my workout. The pasta was cooked perfectly, the chicken was juicy and well integrated with the pasta sauce didn't feel like the sauce was just sitting on top. The pesto sauce was amazing, definitely tastes homemade and cooked with love. Also the brown butter cake ????? worth every calorie is all I'll say. Will be back ! read more

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Came in while family was in town. We were greeted as soon as we walked in. For a Friday night it wasn't really busy. If you are looking for a good cocktail with dinner this isn't the place. They only serve beer and wine. FYI I didn't realize that until I looked at the menu I ordered the braised short rib and mashed. The food was good. Everyone at the table enjoyed their meal. Service was good. The host and waiter both were very attentive. The food also came out very fast. Overall good addition to the area. read more

Lemon Grove Bistro - Salmon with cous cous and vegetables - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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Awesome food and service! A gem in Lemon Grove. Met the owner. Very nice! Food was sooo yummy!!!! Felt like we were eating in La Jolla.

Located on 3308 Main Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 List of what we had: Appetizers: Mussels and Clams $24 Entrees: Grilled rack of lamb $36 - house made chimichurri, served with garlic-parmesan mashed potatoes, sautéed asparagus and baby carrots Bistro signature lasagna $27 - house made angus beef bolognese, ricotta, mozzarella and fresh pasta sheets. Dessert: Chocolate molten cake with pistachio gelato $12 Drinks: Passion fruit guava margarita 10% alcohol Arnold Palmer Service - excellent service from Frederick Atmosphere - friendly and welcoming Food- delicious! 9 out of 10 rating for everything Location - very accessible, plenty of parking, spacious restaurant with outside patio read more

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If I could give this restaurant 10 stars I would! From the moment we arrived we felt welcomed by our server and the head chef. The ambience was incredible. We were sat in a nice table with beautiful little flowers. Now for the food. Wow! So delicious. Every bite from the appetizers to the dessert was delicate and seasoned excellently. We will definitely be back again for a date night. Thank you for making our evening special and memorable. read more

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Every time I come to this establishment, I am always welcomed with friendly faces. I personally prefer sitting outside on the beautiful pollinating patio with the garden. The food from the flatbreads to the burgers and fries.As well as the lava cake are all impeccable.With the flavors as well as their presentation. read more

My sister-in-law recommended Lemon Grove Bistro, saying the food is always on point and that we wouldn't be disappointed. There were four of us dining on a Saturday afternoon. The restaurant was fairly empty when we arrived, but more customers began coming in shortly afterward. They have a spacious, garden-style patio that can accommodate larger groups, but we chose to dine indoors in their nicely decorated, modern dining area. For our meals, we ordered the Grilled Shrimp, Beef Bourguignon, Meat Loaf Sandwich, and Classic Burger. Every dish was a solid choice, and I would definitely order any of them again the next time we visit. Normally, we skip dessert when dining out, but our waiter did an excellent job describing the dessert options and convinced us to give them a try. We ordered the Chocolate Molten Cake, which is similar to a chocolate lava cake, as well as the Brown Butter Cake. The Brown Butter Cake was incredibly moist with a rich, buttery flavor and a lightly crisp exterior. Both desserts were excellent, and I'd highly recommend them. Before we left, our waiter mentioned that, as part of the restaurant's anniversary celebration, they're offering 20% off every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday through the end of August. That gives us even more incentive to come back and dine with them again. Overall, Lemon Grove Bistro was an excellent choice, and I'd definitely recommend it if you're looking for a great place to eat in the Lemon Grove area. read more

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Great place to enjoy some good food and amazing service!! We can for Sunday brunch. Lots of seating to accommodate large crowds. We came during a slow time so plenty of seating for us to choose. Place is clean. It seems like it's a family run business. They even have the high school cousin working there cleaning tables. Which I 100% support Service was excellent!! We felt well taken care of and comfortable almost liking visiting their home. I ordered the Mediterranean omelette & Americano. Both were excellent. Eggs cooked perfectly with a good balance of ingredients. Their house potatoes were crispy in the outside and tender inside. We also ordered the hamburger which my husband thoroughly enjoyed. We will definitely be back for their dinner menu. read more

Lemon Grove Bistro - Classic Burger - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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Came here for lunch on a Friday to try it out with my mom for a birthday outing. The restaurant wasn't too busy upon our arrival which was great because we were restricted on time. (Only 2-3 tables dining at the time). Our server came a few minutes after seating and took our order. My mom had the clam and mussels appetizer and I ordered the grilled rank of lamb. The order took around 20 minutes to arrive to our table, which was understandable because I know lamb takes a while to cook. We both shared our plates - the clams and mussels were cooked well and seasoned nicely with the broth. The lamb was cooked medium rare with sides of grilled veggies and mashed potatoes. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. Our eating area was clean and organized. I really don't have any complaints from our first visit. The only feedback I have is the server could check up a little more frequently (especially since it was a bit slow). But other than that I would definitely recommend giving this spot a try. It really is a hidden gem in La Mesa. read more

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Came here for a NYE dinner and was thoroughly impressed. From service, ambience to food. All were exactly what we were looking for in our group meal. Everyone ordered something different and not a single complaint about what was ordered. All very good from all I could sample. I personally had the stuffed Scottish salmon and it was on point. Loved the veggies and quinoa to complement. Wish we had room for dessert but I left here completely satisfied read more

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We went there on a Sunday night and there was ample space. No reservation was needed. The portions are pretty generous here so I recommend to order wisely. We ordered the deviled eggs for appetizer, which included about 6 half eggs and more than enough for the 3 of us. We also ordered the crab cakes for appetizer and that was filling as well as it came with 3 large pieces. For my own, I ordered the beef lasagna and while it was good, I didn't really have much of an appetite that day so I had to take the rest home. The rest of my party ordered the beef hash and the paella and that one was by far the best. Food was all good and we would go here again. Would recommend if you're looking for a nice, quiet, clean, place to sit down for family or date night. Service was amazing and plenty of street parking right out front. read more

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It has been a while, but I was in the mood for crab cakes! They have changed a little. The front, dog-friendly patio, has smaller tables with benches. The menu has some of the staples plus some seasonal items. This time I had the penne with vodka sauce and chicken...soooo good! As always, that grilled levain bread goes so well! Jonesy met up with us and really liked the grilled chicken breast, though he thought it was a little small. Other than that, another great meal! Cake still approves because at one point she laid down. Our server was great! I think she was new, well at least to me because I didn't recognize her. Wish I had room for dessert! read more

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Happy Hour, Friends?!? Really it's late lunch or early dinner since it is a substantial meal. M-F 2-4:30. We tried the Classic Burger and Margarita Flatbread. Nice Chardonnay and Societe IPA pairing. Splurging on browned butter cake for dessert. This place is so cute and always spotless. Staff is so kind and food is consistently yummy. read more

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Oh my! This place is amazing! The service is fantastic and the food is even better! Six stars! read more

I have been spotting this place a long time and very interested to try, now I got the time dined in with family, it didn't disappoint me, very delicious food pricey but worth it. Our server is approachable and smiling gave us good service. Place is very nice and clean, cozy ambiance. Will definitely come back and recommend to try. read more

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Nice large restaurant with delicious and beautiful food! I will return to try more items for sure. Braised short rib is the best I've had!!! My friend had the panini and upgraded to the salad instead of fries. She loved it. We shared a butter cake perfect for two. Parking is a bit hit or miss. Street parking. At night some parts are dark. I wish happy hour went until 5 but stops at 4:30pm. Not a full bar. Beer and wine and prosecco. Good place to sit and chat at the bar or at a dinning table. Nice clean restroom. So happy Lemon Grove has a nice restaurant! I remember when this place was a bakery. So totally nostalgic! read more

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Loved this place so much forgot to leave a review and it has been 4 months. Such a cool quaint restaurant, awesome attentive staff with food that matches. Need to try their Sunday brunch as it looks simple and great too. Not in Lemon Grove very often but when I am there and hungry for sure I will stop in. read more

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I finally made it back to try the food and the Zucchini Yellow Squash Croquettes were some of the tastiest appetizers I've ever had. The portion is good and the flavor is great. We also tried the Caprese Panini, which was good, but paled in comparison to the croquettes. I'm planning to get back soon to try even more. I know I mentioned the service in my initial review, but it was even better the second time around. read more

We have eaten there since they opened. It's a favourite for special gatherings as well as at least a bimonthly meal. Their happy hours are unbeatable, best burgers! Very friendly and welcoming staff. read more

Lemon Grove Bistro offers the finest of dining in east county. I've enjoyed their flatbreads, grilled chicken sandwich, and strawberry salad. All fresh, delicious, and made with care. I've been three times in the last month! There's an outdoor venue attached to the restaurant for large parties. Most of my visits have been there. Tons of seating, nicely shaded, and I love being surrounded by greenery. The interior is chic but warm and welcoming. The a/c feels amazing in the summer heat! The staff are so precious and kind. I love how attentive and friendly they are. It really does feel like a local-owned, community-forward kind of space while still being fancy. I def recommend for a nice family dinner, girls' night out, beer with the boys, date night, or a place to host a party. The space and staff can accommodate any vibe or party you're going for read more

The food was absolutely delicious, the ambiance is perfection , and the service was excellent! Everyone was friendly and welcoming, and we had such a great experience. We'll definitely be coming back. 100% recommend! read more

The food was really good, the braised short ribs was soft and melts in your mouth. The ambiance was really nice but service was a little rocky with our first day new waiter not understanding the ordering and they were out of lasagna that my hubby wanted to have. Other than that, we enjoyed our lunch with our friends from out of town. We were surprised that there was only one other customer when we got there, and by the time we ordered and ate we were the only ones in the place. read more

Lemon Grove Bistro - Short ribs - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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This months Old Friends, New Places try.... Oh my!!! to be honest, the area kinda worried us.... But this is a MUST try!! Not a single thing was not over the top amazing! The staff was so great, the owner/chef came out and talked with us. The old pictures of what once was here on the walls. All of it was so good!!! We will be back for sure!! My personal favorite was the Chicken Piccata. But tried everything you see pictured, and not one thing I wouldn't try again! Be prepared, it is a bit pricey... bit everything you can tell is made to order and not bought frozen. read more

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I want to love this place but it never meets expectations. Last night four us were there and the bill was $150. Spendy. Our server was nice but seemed to be the only one on so we were always having to catch he eye to get drink refills or something else. I was exhausted and wanted simple food. Great, grilled cheese and tomato soup. The server made comments on the rest of our tables orders but not mine. We joked about and he did say the soup was scratch made. It was delicious. That said the Dan which was a disappointment. One slice of cheese. And it al melted into the bread. No ooey-gooey at all. It tasted ok but with basically bread fried in butter and kinda a cheese taste it was sad. The burger was cooked well but seemed to lack flavor. The two salmon dishes were good the diners said but on both plates a lot of food was left. Never a good sign. The deviled agga were very good. Okay and not great is the headline here. read more

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Another amazing dining experience. We had the caesar salad with chicken added, side of fries, mushroom ravioli, paella, chocolate molten cake and the brown butter cake! When in doubt, just order everything. Chef Rashi was busy but welcomed us back and thanked us for our continued support of a local business. Our server Danny was also very kind and welcoming. We love everything about Lemon Grove Bistro-the food, the service, and plentiful free parking. read more

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Yes, there is a bistro in Lemon Grove! And you must check it out as the wine, food, service and ambience was perfect. There were so many items on the menu that I wanted to try therefore I will be back. The side of bread provided with the pasta was soft in the middle and crunchy on the outside. Purrfect! They also have four slices of bread as a side item, appetizer. Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 is happy hour! read more

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First time here today and definitely not the last. I had no idea of what to expect. Upscale menu with so many delicious options. My dad got the beef bourguignon, I got the stuffed salmon and my mom got the grilled salmon. All were spectacularly seasoned! The beef had a beautiful, rich broth, served with mashed potatoes and their bread. My salmon came with a delicious quinoa, cauliflower and green beans. The salmon was perfectly cooked, super moist with a perfectly crunchy fatty layer on the bottom. Mine was stuffed with crab and shrimp and it was so flavorful and rich. Our waitress was patient, kind and answered all of our questions. Nice, clean space but I think it would be a bit too loud for us if there were any more patrons as they have cement floors and high ceilings. We timed it right for us! We will definitely be back to try other flavors. read more

Lemon Grove Bistro - Stuffed salmon. - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

Such a great experience! The staff is genuinely friendly and welcoming, the food is seriously BOMB, and the service is fast and attentive. It's the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal, relax, and hang out. I'll definitely be back! read more

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A local gem that's worth traveling for. Every time we eat here we're impressed by the quality and execution. They obviously really care about their food. Favorites include the grilled cheese and tomato soup, textbook perfect beef bourguignon, and shrimp scampi appetizer (we'd love this as an entree with pasta!). They have a nice selection on draft. I'm really looking forward to them adding live music to their beautiful patio area. read more

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This restaurant is the epitome of "hidden gem", "best kept secret", "diamond in the rough, I could go on but, I hope you get the point. We went for early dinner on Saturday (Labor Day weekend) and were seated immediately and were totally by ourselves (what a shame) the wife had Stuffed Salmon that was stuffed with crab and shrimp and I had Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes and they were both superb. I was surprised that the Meatloaf was hot and had a wealth of flavor, the wife spoke very little but gave a chorus of compliments. The service was excellent, music in the background not overbearing. Honestly, we need more places to eat like this in East County. This restaurant is now on our regular list and should be on yours. read more

Unassuming spot with delicious food! I wasn't expecting much from this small, plainly decorated restaurant in lemon grove. We went for dinner on a sunday and it was mostly empty, with maybe 3 or 4 other tables at the whole place. I got the blackened salmon based on our server's recommendation and it was delicious! Perfectly cooked, with a creamy risotto and flavorful fresh vegetables. I wasn't sure how the chimichuri sauce would taste on salmon but it went perfectly. The service was great, and the place had a cute, family owned vibe. They also have a pretty wide wine and beer selection. Will definitely be coming back whenever I am back in the area! read more

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Second time here went with a friend for a dinner date. Everything was good and fast. My friend liked the chicken penne pasta from the last time and ordered it again. My meatloaf was good and mashed potatoes were smooth and buttery. read more

Lemon Grove Bistro - Meatloaf and mashed potatoes - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

Love this place. It is only one of several sit down restaurants in Lemon Grove. This place used to be an old general store and has a lot of charm to it! The menu is pricey but everything is worth it. I don't mind spending $ when the food is good and it is yummy! Never tried their HH but it seems decent! read more

I enjoyed my meal. They served great food with great service. I will definitely be returning.

Higher prices but the food is good and pretty big serving sizes! Even has a bar and what looked like a coffee bar as well. read more

Lemon Grove Bistro - Ceasar Caesar Salad with side of Fries Meatloaf was good and the Classic Burger! - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California