Private parking lot, 2 gender-neutral restrooms and space available for large groups. We drove down to La Mesa just to check out this place and it was worth it. We ordered the 'That's My Boy' and 'Meet Meat' pizza plus their fries. Their deep dishes were light and crispy. I loved the sweet sauce, jalapeño and ricotta cheese combo on That's My Boy pizza. The Mastiff Fries had a wonderful crispy texture. They are like thinly sliced potato wedges. (Our order is without cilantro which normally comes with it) The staff was super friendly and the restaurant was clean. They did have two tv screens playing the sports channel and had a variety of draft beer options. read more

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Found my way here for a burger. I had heard of it but never had been. So my expectations were somewhat up. Since I am gluten free I got my burger lettuce wrapped. I had never had a smash burger before so again my expectations were a little more than the average person. They did not disappoint the flavors were so delicious. I especially enjoyed the garlic aioli more than I thought I would (it is more like a mayo for this burger). The burger came with a a handful of pickled peppers and mini pickles on side. They were good but felt a little out of place for my taste. This place is definitely more of a bar feel than I expected and smaller than I thought it would be, and the seating was tight with most all the tables being bar height. The last thing to keep in mind the parking lot is small but there is street parking, but is leads to residential area so it can be limited to. Overall the burger had good flavor and I will be back to try more on the menu. If you are looking for a beer with your burger there was a lot of choices. Also, if you are into sports, there are several televisions on with a few different events playing. read more

They have a private parking lot and there is also street parking. Order at the register and take a seat. They will call out the food when ready. They have lots of large tables inside that can fit large groups of people. They have happy hour Monday - Thursday from 3pm-6pm and they also have daily specials listed on a board by the register. They have a self serve soda machine and bathrooms. Tried: Kids chicken tenders and fries $12 - real chicken breast. Kid approved. Crispy Brussels sprouts $10 - these are deep fried in oil so there was a pool of oil underneath them. Maybe could have sat a bit to drain better. They were nicely crispy and tasted great. Classic breakfast burrito $11 - their burritos are insanely huge. I have never seen a bigger burrito. I couldn't even finish half. Super hot and fresh. Hungry man breakfast burrito $13 - this one had all the meats. Again, it was ginormous and friend could only finish half. You could definitely share a single burrito between two people. Everything was tasty, portions were large and prices were excellent! Highly recommend. read more

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Pretty good wings and smash burgers. The fries reminded me of McDonald's fries. None of us were crazy about about the VERY THICK square pizza-it was hard with entirely too much breading/dough. The service was good-you order at the register and food is then brought to the table. The ambiance is a "bar vibe." *NO military discount. * read more

Met up with my brother. We got a couple of beers and a pizza. The "That's My Boy" pizza is so good! Normally not a fan of deep dish/pan pizza but this one was really good and not too bready. They have tons of beers on tap and lots of televisions with sports on. read more

Mastiff Kitchen has a great selection of pizza. I want to point out that Mastiff Kitchen value (HINT) on their "lunch menu". (See photo) This one came with a burger or sandwich, with fries or salad and a soft drink. read more

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Fun variety of bar favorites to choose from on the menu. We started with the Pork Nugs and a Sicilian Salad...one bite of each and we were OFF to a bountiful taste delight. The fried pork pieces the best pork belly bites Ive ever had...they were light, yet meaty, and crispy outside, tossed in their gochuijang..so savory with a slight kick thay made me dive back in (comes in two order sizes). The salad was LARGE, with cold and crisp chopped romaine (no brown pieces to be found!!) topped with a merry go round effect of sliced pepperoni, shaved white onions, seaaoned greek olives, halved cherry tomatoes, marinated arttchokes, shredded mozzarella tossed in a vinaigrette with a slight hint of lemon capped off with a sprinkle of jalapeños. Next up my dining mate ordered the smashburger..made DOUBLE, with the most delectable garlic aioli and a side of the Mastiff fries a surprise plate of crispy salty potato skinn on wedges that are soft, seasoned well amd topped with their house sauce(yummmm..creamy and warm) and cotija cheese. The portion sizes are ample so plan on bringing home leftovers! The restaurant has a small parking lot, big windows that bring in plenty of light with a mix of tall tables, dining tables and a bar running half the length (bonus for wide bottom seats!!) While yoy order at the counter, everything is brought out to your table with a smile! THANK YOU TEAM MASTIFF LA MESA... we will be back for the chicken and pizzas!! read more

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Wednesday midday for Padtes game. Few tans can meet in for viewing and a couple people for lunch. Server was friendly, busy running register, bar, running food, signing off for product. Ordered Lunch Special #5, chose burger and tomato salad. Burger is a BURGER, meaty, cheesy, garlic aioli all over the place, delicious. The tomato salad is even better than burger, pieces of tomato, cucumber, red and green bell pepper all coated with balsamic vinegarette was cool, fresh, and delicious. Ordered cheese slice to go, solid Detroit slice, tangy red sauce, thick fluffy dough, crispy caramelized cheesy corners. Large selection of 30 beers. Plenty of specials with happy hours, hourly specials, and more. Definitely will return to explore menu read more

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Usually 5-star and I hate this because I love this place. Monday is happy hour all day and that's great. We had the HH Mastiff Fries, chicken wings and two slices of the burata pizza. The food was stellar as always. The service was great. What was not great was the fries came out and about 5 minutes later the wings came out (my order) and 10 minutes after that the pizza came out (my boyfriends order). He had to watch me eat (or I let me food get cold) and then I had to watch him eat. Always better to have all the food come out at the same time. Just not a great experience with the food timing but I stil love this place read more

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We've been coming for the World Cup games and their happy hour, daily specials, and vibes do not disappoint! The workers are always kind and try to squeeze in as many people as possible. It's always a full house. They have bar seating, high tables , and a big party booth in the corner. I prefer the bar seating just to get quicker refills and being able to order food as needed. We went for happy hour and got the smasher sliders and although they are on the smaller side, two is very filling. The Mastiffs fries are AMAZING. The cheese, sauce, and bits of cilantro are such a great touch. I try to only order 1 order but always end up getting two haha. read more

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If you love bar food I recommend Mastiff Kitchen! Keep in mind seating and parking are limited. Went on a weekend and the restaurant was fairly busy, luckily seating was available so that wasn't an issue. Decided to order their smash sliders, Hot Hawaiian crispy pan pizza nad the crispy brussel sprouts. The pan pizza is HEAVY so be prepared to get full fast. My favorite dish were the smash sliders, nice and crispy edges with a delicious melted cheese. The crispy brussell sprouts were interesting I was not expecting the maple sauce. Definitely had to take some home. Can definitely see myself returning for more! read more

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Prices are great, the food was DELICIOUS, beer and happy hour was awesome, Padres games playing, big enough to have a good vibe but not so big it sounds like a Buffalo Wild Wings. Most definitely coming back read more

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Mastiff has shaped up to be - without exaggeration - our favorite local place for an afternoon beer and bite, and the place we keep returning to again and again for a dependably great experience. Friendly staff, varied & rotating beer selection, and excellent food (we're especially fond of the wings, smash burger, Mastiff fries and thick slice of pizza). They also have great specials for Happy Hour and weekdays (like Wing Wednesday). We love you Mastiff Kitchen! read more

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Amazing atmosphere and the food is to die for I eat there frequently. Best vegetarian hamburger I've ever had and the pizza is absolutely amazing read more

Food was served cold,Brussel sprouts burnt and disgusting,wings were bloody on the inside. No concern or apology from staff. Im so disappointed that in 2026 an African American family just trying to enjoy a lunch together were treated so poorly. These businesses need to learn to appreciate any and every customer that take the time to visit your establishment. You should be ashamed of the customer service and horrible quality of food you served to my family today. Shame on you. read more

Such a hidden gem. I've come here a couple times and each time I remember why I love stopping by for food. The service is always friendly and the food always comes out pretty quick. My husband ordered the Smashburger and a side salad and I got the wings. The wings were perfectly crisp and cooked all the way through the flavor was definitely there. The vibe in there feels like locals vibes and it's good to escape the SD tourist. The pricing for the food is also great. Parking is in a lot in front of the restaurant or there is street parking. Def will be back. read more

Wow total flavor explosion! Go now! Order items to share. The pizza was crispy, juicy, moist! So dang good! I will return soon! Kids grilled cheese and fries were delicious we all tried it! My daughter was in heaven with it! Pork belly pieces were delicious! Unique flavor so it was a nice change from the norm. If you are an adventurer try this! Wings were hot and crispy. Excellent ranch! Chicken sliders crispy with pickles and a yummy sauce! Fountain sodas, lots of beer options. Everything made to order. Worth the wait! Get the pizza for sure! Had a small parking lot. Most tables are tall bar tables. A few short tables. 1 large big party booth. Call ahead to reserve it. I went for lunch. We all loved it! Staff was friendly. read more

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Great small, local pub. We had the double smashburger, That's My Boy Pizza, and Mastiff fries (with cotija on the side). Everything was great! I loved the "fries." The harissa aioli was unique in a good way. The young woman at the counter tonight was super friendly and pleasant to interact with. I'm glad we stopped by. read more

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Mastiffs is one of our favorite spots for game days! During big games, like the playoffs, or upon request, they'll play the game with audio, which is a huge plus. The staff is always very friendly. Our go-to order is the weekend special, a smasher burger and a glass of beer for $15. The smasher burger is perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. This last visit, I ordered the potato wedges as a side, and I'm honestly not sure why I hadn't tried them sooner. They were incredibly flavorful and delicious. read more

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I love their pizza, but I was a little disappointed with how long my online pickup order took. The estimated pickup time was already one hour, and when I arrived, I was told it wasn't ready and had to wait another 20 minutes. The pizza was delicious as always, but I hope they can improve their pickup times and communication. read more

Such an underrated hidden gem in La Mesa, I honestly contemplated on leaving a review because I low-key wanted to gatekeep this place all to myself lolol Tucked away in the La Mesa Spring Valley area, I love that there's a parking lot dedicated to the restaurant itself . It's an order first, then find a seat type of joint . The cashier was super friendly and answered all of our questions happily . We placed our order and took what seemed to be a quick 10 minute wait for our food . The loaded fries were served fresh and we loved how crisp and unique the fry cut was-- it was like a cross between steak cut and potato skin cup--- SOO FIRE . The sausages and pork belly were plentiful and the entire dish just paired so well with the booze ! The burger was also super juicy and flavorful ! Highly recommend . Overall, this place is a solid . I can't wait to be back to try the rest of their menu out ! Highly recommend if you're looking for a cozy neighborhood place to grab a bite ! read more

We had the best wings and pizza here. Have to also mention all of the beers on tap!!! Keith was so attentive. The ambiance was relaxed and welcoming. We will be coming back soon. read more

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Came here a second time. Burgers and pizza still slap! This time we came for lunch and holy cow their lunch specials are fantastic. Same for their regular specials. Chill spot to catch a game and have some solid food with friendly service. This place is perfect if you want to hang out with your boys, stop and watch a game as a family, or just chill with friends. read more

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I've had this place on my list for years and I'm glad I finally came in to try it. The service was great and the bartender was so nice and patient and helped me with suggestions on beer and a slice of pizza. Sometimes when you go somewhere new, you don't know where to start. The food was good, the beer was cold, the service was great. The bar isn't too big, but it is a nice place and great spot for locals. I'd recommend. read more

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Went back tonight for Tuesday $5 pint night and tried the KAC Salad and Hot Hawaiian pizza (we subbed jalapeños for the ham). Both were seriously delicious. Pint night with the Padres game on made it even better! If you're looking for a more filling salad, go with the KAC over Caesar! read more

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Would have given five stars for the food, friendly staff, tap list, and layout. Two stars off for 85dB scream-rock that is far from the "chill vibe" we were looking forward to. If we come back, we'll get the food to-go and make note of brews to try elsewhere. Funny how a playlist and volume can make or break an otherwise solid joint. read more

This is a nice little sports bar. Ton of tap options for beer, the food was flavorful, service was great. I'm all about those honey garlic fried wings. Need to return just for those. They had a decent sports bar set up for the World Series. read more

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Great local spot that's family friendly serving American food. Not quite the place I'd recommend if you were wanting light, healthy entrees. Came to celebrate a birthday and everyone enjoyed their food as well as their beer selection. The seating is tight but I get it, there's not really other options. They have a small parking lot, but I generally find street parking fairly easily. Staff taking our order was friendly, but we didn't have much interaction outside of the order. read more

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Came to San Diego for a grad my friend decided he wanted a beer! He recommended this spot as it's his usual go to. This place is similar to a sports bar but with great food! I haven't had deep dish pizza since Chicago because I love Chicago pizza in Chicago, sorry CA. I was hesistant on trying the pizza here but it was damn good. The pizza was rich in flavor and 10/10. The drink I got was fruity and paired well with the pizza. I wished for the first time I was a local so I could come here as well! Service was awesome we got a large water for all of us to drink from and staff was friendly and accommodating. The actual area was a chill vibe, somewhere people come on any day to eat some good food and have a drink. Also reasonably priced. Definitely a spot I will return to. read more

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The food and beer were amazing. The staff even better. Shout out to Nicki , Angie , Joe , Keith. Watching you guys work non stop really puts into perspective how you guys care about your job and the customers. The pork belly was top notch amazing. And all the beers on tap and happy hour were amazing. The pizza can't say enough the best. We will be back Mastiff Kitchen keep up the good work you guys rock. read more

The food here is pretty amazing. Great beer selection. Friendly staff. I noticed that they even upgraded the metal seats with padded seats.. Awesome! read more

The prosecco is expensive and a glass of all wines is a flute, the Caesar salad was good but the chicken was dry, and the pizza is thick crust which was doughy. First time/last time. read more

Mastiff nailed it! The double smash burger was hands down the best I've ever had. The patty was crispy, perfectly seasoned, and exactly what I was craving. The 4 cheese pizza was so good even my picky 5 year old said she wants it every day (wow!). My husband loved the pig fries. It was super tasty and the smartly cut potatoes made it easy to scoop up all the toppings. Solid all around. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Burgers? Check. Pizza? Check. Comfort food? Um, no. Didn't notice this was touted as a sports bar so it's my own fault for expecting something different. Got gochujong nugs and a pastrami smash burger. The nugs were way overcooked and tough making it very difficult to eat. The burger? I fail to see what the fascination for a burger smashed so thin it becomes a piece of overcooked dried out meat. The pastrami? I don't know what they put on my burger but it didn't taste like pastrami. Maybe their pizzas are better. Just be warned, they serve bar food so don't expect more than that. People were nice. They have coke, not Pepsi and they have beer! read more

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Wow from the looks of the outside nothing special but what you get inside sure is!!! The salad with pepperoni ~artichokes~cheese and more was the perfect blend of everything the dressing was perfect not over powering... Pizza oh WOW delish I never was a fan of Sicilian style pizza always too doughy NOT here. It was light and crispy cooked to perfection. The peppers and sausage were delicious and just the right amount. Will be back soon! read more

Loved this place. Order at the counter and take a seat and they will bring the food out to you when it's done. Got the brussel sprouts and perfectly crunchy and crispy. Delicious. The cheese and charred flavor spot on. The burger was juicy, flavorful and perfect. The fries also seasoned and cooked very well That's my boy pizza. Omg. So good and filling. Loved the crispy edges and the pepperoni and sauce with cheese complimented each other perfectly. The vegetarian bratwurst was just ok. Id get everything again except the bratwurst. They also have an extensive selection of beer and they have happy hour and daily specials. I'm totally coming back when my "dry January" is over!!!! read more

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Wow! What a surprise this place was. There's limited parking out front but more street parking. You walk in and take a seat and then come up to the counter and order. So first, let's talk about the drinks. There are over 30 craft beers. You can also order a beer flight. All beers are available in an 8 ounce for around $6 to 16 oz for around $9. I tried the velvet glow and really enjoyed it. It is a light Russian beer. Now, I came here for the food. And it by far exceeded my expectations. I should've taken pictures of the food, but it was devoured so fast. I did not have a chance. I ordered the special chicken pot pie and it had the flaky crust only on top, but it was flavorful and good and very hot. We also ordered three Smashburger sliders, which were the hit of the table. The flavor along with the grilled onions was incredible. It had a garlic brioche bun to tie it all together. We also ordered a bratwurst sandwich. That one was the least favorite, but still good. There was a bit too much sauerkraut on it. But it was served with something very unique called crisps that have aïoli sauce on them and are nice and spicy with a good kick. Overall, I cannot wait to come back here again! I heard their pizzas are great too. read more

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Still fantastic !!!!! Food still amazing, service still amazing. It's a nice sunny day so it was a bit stuffy inside but who cares when the food is this good!!!! read more

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The parking is pretty terrible. I had to settle for some pretty questionable parking to check the place out. Since I was parked kinda badly I decided to order to go. It was pretty busy on a Friday evening. Service was really good the guy behind the counter was helpful and he was pretty much spot on with his wait estimate. I ordered a veggie burger and Brussels sprouts. Both were good. They had a few vegetable options which I was pretty happy with. The rest of the family also enjoyed their dinner. If it wasn't for the terrible parking and packed restaurant I might say it was a 5. read more

The mastiff fries were delicious and the pizza is thick and tasty. A bit noisy but it is a beer place and the service is awesome. To finish we came on Monday and it is happy hour all day. read more

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