Hands down best salad I've had in SD! The harvest Cobb plus roasted tofu really hit the spot…read more Why aren't there more salad shops in north county? Mary's gave me nostalgia for my west LA days, where $20+ salads were hearty, complex, and worth it. Service was fast and friendly. The dressing was amazing, though next time I'd ask them to go a lil less heavy. Mary's was excellent and I wish I grabbed two more salads to stock my fridge! I'll have to make the trip down to La Jolla again soon.

What an incredible hidden gem! Mary's salads offers an ample menu of salads for all taste buds. I…read morehad the Summer Breeze salad w/chicken and the zesty summer dreassing on the side while my husband ordered the Santa Fe w/chicken and the chipotle southwest dressing. Each salad is unique and delicious in their own way. We opted for the large portion and it's a generous portion. I had some for lunch and saved the rest for dinner. The dressing was also served generously. You can tell the ingredients are good quality and fresh. We ordered our salads to go and service was quick. There's also the option to order on their kiosk by the entrance. We look forward to coming back and trying some more of their salad line-up!

Lovelyyyyy date night dinner experience on the harbor. Beautiful sunset views and super fresh food…read more& cocktails!! The service was outstanding, our server Taylor was super attentive and made us feel comfortable to stay as long as we wanted even though the restaurant was closing up & he made sure we were happy with everything we decided to order. Will definitely be back in the near future!

The food and wine were incredible!!! Fabulous views and fabulous service!!! Special shoutout to our…read moregirl Liz

This place is right nextdoor to Flame Broiler, so I've seen it many times. From the looks of it, it…read moreis a customizable salad place. Think Subway Sandwiches or Pieology, but for salads. It is a cool concept. I finally got the chance to try it out. I walked in and there was a solo customer and a group of three people ahead of me. The solo customer had just finished her order and I was focused on the menu so not really paying attention. Basically, you choose your base, additional add-ins, a protein, and dressing. The party of three in front of me were kind of talking amongst themselves and told me that I could go ahead. As I was ordering, I noticed they changed their mind and abruptly headed out. I was unsure why. The place is clean and ingredients look super fresh. As I was finishing up my order, I saw why they changed their mind and left. The woman serving me was helping me cut up my protein (chicken) and scooped it up with the knife and her gloves hand. She proceeded to pick up the remaining pieces with her gloved hand and place it in my salad. She immediately grabbed a towel and wiped her gloved hands with said towel. I was shocked and grossed out at the same time! She then rang me up (with same gloves on) and packed my order ina bag. I did not see her change her gloves at all. I understood why the party of three in front of me left. I was hopeful that the gloves were relatively new. I thought if I air fried the chicken well enough before the eating it with the salad, I might be safe. I was wrong. I had food poisoning. The salad was likely compromised by the chicken, but it could easily have been the chicken too (although I heated it up really well). I know it was from the salad because this was the only thing I ate that day and within the last 24 hours. When I work my shifts, I fast and when I get off, I sleep and get food a few hours after I wake up. It is sad because this place is clean and ingredients look fresh. The woman who handled my food was relatively friendly. I think she just needs retraining. This is why food servers get food handlers cards. I did scope out the place the next time I was eating at Flame Broiler. It was a different server and he changed his gloves and appeared to handle everything properly. That's why I can't give this place just a one star. Just be aware of how your food is being handled when you go in. Gloves are good if you change them and know how to handle food properly... otherwise, they are pointless! 0 / 5 - Food (poor handling) 3 / 5 - Cleanliness 3 / 5 - Service 2 / 5: Overall

Grater Greens is a make your own salad, fast casual eatery in Mission Valley. It's located in the…read moreFriars Mission Center just off Friars Rd where the Ralphs is. They have a variety of preset menu options or you can go down the line and have them craft a salad to your liking. They're also available via delivery apps. For the price, I do think the portions are large. They don't skimp and fill the bowl to the brim with ingredients of your choosing. I also like that the free bread they include is pita. I find that while the portions are huge, it's never truly satisfying. Some of the greens can look a little limp, so I often choose my base based on what looks the most fresh. Some of the ingredient toppings are raw, while others have a marinade or seasoning. I like the seasoned cauliflower, but find the brussell sprouts to be dry and not quite right (in between raw and cooked). I've gotten a few different salads from here, but there's just something missing. I love a make your own salad concept and I appreciate the accessibility of a healthy food option, but would love to see more consistency with freshness.

Long line starting from outside on Wednesday evening at 8:40pm this place is popular. Inside the…read moreresturant reminded me of chipotle setup where you pick and choose your own bowl. I was lost in there not knowing exactly what to order the best possible way since I was new. I see that they have new salmon on the menu. It was salmon + strawberry sesame it sounded intriguing but today I was craving for some grilled chicken salad so I did. Did I regret it? Not at all. I will be back. "If you're new here get the pita chips with garlic sauce it's so bomb!" The guy next to me gave me that pointers so I did. Their pita chips (get the crispy one not soft ....or why not both!!!) really are out of this world! He was just a customer waiting in line like I was and told me to enjoy my dinner. Nice people here! Here to spread love.

Horrible menu design. The Greek salad is the exact same thing as the chicken and rice except it…read moresubstitutes olives and romaine for the arugula and brown rice. But they list all the ingredients in completely different order making it hard to compare. Bad cognitive design. Proof that it's just another soulless corporate cash-grab with a "healthy" facade slapped on top of its glazed strawberry salmon bowl and the sugary tangerine aleppo drink you washed it down with. Every table had crumbs on it. The workers should wipe down the dining room at least every 30 minutes during peak hours to keep it clean for customers. Some of the workers seemed to be in a pretty bad mood. I still gave it two stars still because they don't ask for a tip.

As a former U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret, I don't usually write reviews, but I know…read morehigh-level performance when I see it--and that's exactly what I got at Mendocino Farms. I came in with my son, who's on the autism spectrum and very particular about food (no greens at all), and also identifies as MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+ (whatever that means--I'm an old-school guy), and Teddi at the register handled everything with patience, professionalism, and genuine care. She took the time to help him find something he'd actually eat--the chicken parm was a perfect call--and made sure he felt comfortable and at ease the whole time, to the point where he was even able to order his food on his own with her, which is a big deal. Back in my Special Forces days, we called that adapting to the mission and taking care of your people--and I'll say this: after time in places like Fort Hood, Mendocino Farms is a completely different world--clean, welcoming, and with food that's actually edible. I even caught myself thinking I wish MREs tasted this good. My son left happy, and that's what matters. Teddi made the experience, and that's why it's five stars, no question.

We are trying to get snatched in 2026 so I had to check out Mendocino Farms. I ordered the Avocado…read more& Quinoa Superfood Ensalada & my husband ordered the Chimichurri Steak & Bacon. It's giving healthy. It's giving eat your greens. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his sandwich. He was a fan. A fan. In all seriousness I enjoyed how fresh this salad was with lots of quinoa, avocado, and chicken. I had leftovers for dinner last night. I also ordered the pomegranate mint lemonade and I was speechless. Not too sweet not too sour. P-e-r-f-e-c-t-i-o-n ! Thank ya!

This place is one of the top 5 best sandwich shops in San Diego hands down. They also serve salads,…read moresoups, and some awesome sides. I heard they're going to start serving beer and wine soon as well! *Best 1st-timer options*: The Keeper (if you like it spicy) or the L.G.B.T. My favorite hot sandwiches are the Cali Cubano, B3, and The Keeper, while my favorite cold sandwiches are the Avocado Highway, L.G.B.T. (lettuce, gouda, bacon, tomato), and Caprese. My favorite salads are the Grapevine and Duck Cranberry. For sides I recommend the potato salad and tomato basil bisque. The aioli they use is to die for -- can't hurt to get a side of it with any sandwich! The restaurant is situated on the corner of Park Blvd. and Polk Ave. (more generally, it's on the strip of Park Blvd. between University Ave. and El Cajon Blvd.). There is usually a good amount of parking on Park Blvd. and Polk Ave., which is nice. The space has a simple-yet-tasteful modern design and interior, is always clean, with friendly and helpful staff. Great for lunch hour or a weekend date. Update: Came back today with my friend and we ordered the B3 and the Turkey & Cheddar Mousse sandwiches, plus sides of potato salad and cucumber salad, and a double chocolate cookie with pistachio and sea salt. Everything was really good, but the Turkey & Cheddar Mousse sandwich was the star of the show. The cookie was great too. We both agreed the potato salad could use some salt, but besides that it was a solid meal all around.

Big Front Door has quickly become a new favorite for sandwiches, and visiting two days in a row…read moremade that very clear. On the first visit, Zack provided exceptional care and attention while helping navigate food allergies. Zack took the time to carefully check ingredients, double-check preparations, and personally come back out to verify everything to ensure safety. That level of care made the experience feel genuinely welcoming and stress-free. The chicken sandwich was fresh, satisfying, and thoughtfully balanced. Juicy chicken, ripe tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a bright splash of oil and vinegar came together beautifully on Big Front Door's roll, which had a great texture and held everything together well. The flavors were clean and vibrant. A little extra salt would have pushed it over the top for a salt-lover, but that came down to personal preference rather than any shortcoming. A dining companion ordered the avocado sandwich and could not stop raving about it, praising both the flavor and the freshness. The outdoor seating area deserves special mention. The shaded space was perfect as I do have sun allergies, especially for anyone who prefers relief from direct sun. The care taken in food preparation added an extra layer of comfort and trust. The second visit somehow raised the bar even higher. Micah went above and beyond to accommodate physical ability needs with patience, attentiveness, and genuine kindness. That effort did not go unnoticed and made the experience feel deeply respectful and inclusive. The roasted chicken sandwich ordered on the second visit was phenomenal. The roasted chicken was tender, savory, and full of depth, elevating the sandwich even further. Adding a bit of extra salt brought all the ingredients into perfect harmony, making every bite more satisfying than the last. This sandwich has officially earned a spot as a new favorite sandwich. Big Front Door was amazing not just for delicious, thoughtfully prepared food, but for the people who work there. Zack and Micah created an environment where care, kindness, and respect were clearly prioritized. No moment felt rushed, dismissive, or uncomfortable. At no point did anyone make the experience feel like a burden or inconvenience. A sincere thank-you also goes to the team members who prepared the food. Even without knowing names, the care taken to keep guests safer while serving delicious nourishment was evident and deeply appreciated. Big Front Door comes highly recommended for the flavorful sandwiches, the shaded outdoor space, the welcoming atmosphere, outstanding customer service, and the genuine kindness shown at every action.

Living near this place, I totally underestimated this place. Cuz when I pass by here, I just…read morenotice it's always empty. Today i just wanted to get something more healthy so I decided to give this place a try. I tried the salmon bowl and yeah. I admit the dish is well designed. I think the place was empty because the business is more geared towards to-go orders. Cuz contrarily to what I assumed, the staff members were literally working non-stop. I will probably come here again.

My go-to for salads and healthy food! I can't get enough of their power veggie salad (add tofu,…read moreremove sweet potatoes) while my husband loves their Chimchurri Sandwich. We'll try sharing their chocolate chip cookies but we end up needing to get one for each of us because of how good they are. Food: 5/5 Cleanliness 5/5 Service: 5/5

#ChimichurriSteak sandwich was hands-down one of the best I've had. The tri-tip was packed with…read moreflavor, and everything from the chimichurri to the feta and cranberry aioli just worked perfectly together. The craft sodas are next level too, especially the Shirley Temple and black cherry definitely worth trying. My favorite Shirley temple they are made with cane sugar which is a major plus for me . What really stood out though was the customer service super friendly, welcoming, and the place was clean all around. Also, a nice touch: they keep the cookies on a warmer right up front, so when you grab one it's fresh, soft, and perfectly gooey. They also offer catering and event catering, which is a huge plus perfect for corporate events, parties, or any gathering. It's that kind of fast, easy, fresh, comforting food , salads and sandwiches,that just works for a crowd. Overall, five stars. Great vibes, great food, and definitely worth checking out. Definitely happy and excited to try more menu items ,I'll be sure to add more pictures of the sandwiches and salads when I do. Definitely 5 stars :) #FoodieFinds #GreatService #CateringServices #EventCatering #CorporateCatering #PartyCatering #WeddingCatering #CateringNearMe

This place is naughty and nice. Naughty when you wanna add more carbs with a cookie, and nice with…read morethe huge selection of salads and sandwiches. I love their app, that allows you to customize any item you choose. And just about every order, I have enough points for a free cookie! The salads are ridiculously big portion for the price. Each one is fresh. The only change I've noticed is they no longer do sliced avocado. I prefer it sliced rather than guacomole-style. I do appreciate they regularly add new options, the most recent being grilled barramundi. It's one of my fav fish. It's been years since I've been a loyal customer and will continue to be!

I had to leave a review right away bc I was so impressed by this place. First of all, they are…read moreextremely dog friendly. The inside is gorgeous and there's a spot especially for dogs outside. Their outdoor seating with patio is beautiful! This place is absolutely divine! At this point, I dont really care about how the food tastes. Lol! Let's start off with the one problem i had with this place. The parking!!! It took me 20m to find parking and im not about to park my car on the street. I have precious dogs! Lol kidding. I just couldn't find any parking on the street or in the block! I suppose i came during lunch which is probably really busy. When I left, there were quite a few opened parking spots. This place is connected to an apartment complex surrounding retail stores. The leasing building is right next to Gravity Heights. I used to rent a 4k+ a month apartment in a retail area and let me tell you, its a hassle to find parking and not take a retail parking spot without having your complex email you everyday about your car potentially being towed lol! I understand this pain. Now that we are past that, let's get to why this place deserves 5 stars. The service is excellent! My server came around at the perfect times and they seem to really care if I enjoyed my meal! The stellar atmosphere with attentive service is enough for me! I got a gravity burger protein style which I dont think did the burger justice. I was going to eat with my husband later at a Vietnamese restaurant and I can only choose one carb for the day. My diabetic life is tough! Lol. I chose the Cesar salad to go with my burger. My burger was delicious bc of the caramelized onions. I didn't really taste a sauce in the burger but the excellent bacon with the much needed caramelized onions made the burger fantastic! The IPA hazy beer i had with my meal was also light and mellow. I thoroughly enjoyed my time and meal. My babies also enjoyed their burger! The weather was perfect today and it was a nice time and to think I was not going to eat here bc the parking definitely was a huge deterrent. Next time ill bring human company!

Air-headed and possibly racist hostess. We arrived at 4:45 today, and on our way to the bar, we…read morewere abruptly stopped by a rude blonde girl that looked like she was 13. She told us we could not walk into the bar while we counted 14 people walking past us. Apparently the entire place was reserved for the night, but it never got more than 2/3 full. Literally dozens of open tables the entire time, and we were there for 3 hours. Why? Why power trip when your restaurant has plenty of space to seat us? You let a group of 12 walk in front of us and they crowded the bar in right front of us, but you didn't say a word. 5 minutes before this, you told us that corporate didn't allow people to drink at the bar without a seat, but you allowed them to do as they pleased and you stopped our group? Was it because my friends were Asian? Or was it because we said we had children coming to join us? Even the bartender realized you were crazy and sat our group of 11. We spent over $1000, but apparently we weren't good enough for the hostess. I hope the owner reads this and fires that bimbo. I'm sure you have plenty of cameras and can talk to the rest of the employees to hear what happened. She was the only rude person we encountered. Food was amazing. The shrimp ceviche had a lot of flavor, a generous amount of shrimp, and the perfect amount of kick. The pepperoni pizza was epic and from the way the pepperonis were cupped, you could tell it was a really hot oven which is ideal. My kids loved the cheeseburgers, and I really enjoyed the chicken tacos. Every drink looks to be handcrafted, and I thought the margaritas were delicious. 5 stars if it wasn't for the hostess.

Got to try this food truck at Helix brewing. OMG! so good!!!! I love a good Cubano and coleslaw is…read morealways hit and miss. The Cubano was amazing! Flavorful, perfectly done. Like I said coleslaw is hit and miss. This was definitely a hit!! So good, very different, love the flavor!! The 2 guys running the truck were super fun, and made the truck even better! If you see the truck somewhere you have to try them!!

Went to Helix Brewery for a friends birthday and was pleasantly surprised that this food truck was…read morethere. You order at the truck and they bring it right to you at your table. I sat and sipped on my drink while observing orders coming to my friends and the people around me. One of the most prominent things I noticed was how fresh and vibrantly colored everything looked as well as the portion sizes. I knew I had to try it. So I walked up and was greeted by a really nice lady who was ready to answer any questions I had and take my order. The menu is easy to read and has some great choices from salads, to panini's, to wraps and soup. I opted for the chicken Caesar wrap, and let me tell you, it was so fresh, crisp, and flavorful! Packed with chicken, onions, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and croutons. The portion size was HUGE! The wrap had the most wonderful amount of crunch from the lettuce, onions, and croutons, and the dressing was generous but not too powerful. I definitely want to come back to helix brewing almost more for the food truck than the drinks! Bravo!