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    3.9 (320 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Gingerlily L.

    Great neighborhood bar with live bands most nights. Good food, drinks, smoothies, coffee and desserts. On Weds evenings, Jazz. There's also some great paintings on the walls. Family's friendly. I've seen all ages here enjoying an evening of music entertainment.

    Event food stations are awesome and food is fresh
    Taura G.

    This cafe and wine bistro does not disappoint! They have a great selection of beers, wines, smoothies, coffees, expressos, teas, and juices. There is also a food menu and they have delicious pastries, cookies, cakes, etc. Mr. Frank and his team are very customer service oriented. This is a wonderful place to study, watch football, have private event, and just to enjoy a meal or snack. The vibe is great. Events here are max of 50 people. All events that I have attended are wonderful here.

    Jacky I.

    Went in today during lunch. I got a house salad with balsamic dressing and I added chicken. I also ordered an iced red eye coffee. The salad was perfect and delicious. The coffee was just as great. I was going to take my lunch back to work, but the ambiance was just right for a nice relaxing lunch with great background music. I will definitely be back to check out the rest of their menu and fun events that they host.

    Robbie M.

    still the coziest coffee shop in La Mesa coming here always feels like home. Service is amazing as always and the menu is extensive. 10/10

    Prescilla D.

    Cute little cafe, the staff was so friendly & the food was good! Ordered a latte & açaí bowl.

    Live music space; stylish and comfortable seating...
    Christine P.

    This place was a nice little surprise find on a Sunday morning! The young lady helping us was very patient and helpful, as this was our first visit here. She even helped me save $1 on my sandwich by ordering from the Sunday brunch menu. My lox, tomato, onions, and capers with cream cheese on an everything bagel was delicious! The bagel was fresh and soft. In all the right ways. All the parts were in tasty harmony. My husband said his egg, bacon, and everything bagel was good too - and the bonus of fresh fruit on the side. The atmosphere is very chill and comfortable, with the accent of fresh yellow roses on each table. I can imagine later in the day/night, especially with live music, this place gets busier but hangs on to that vibe. We'll have to check it out!

    Dirty Chai & Monster Smoothie. Yum!
    Tamanava E.

    Friendly staff, nice parking lot, good prices. Was great for working and hanging with a friend.

    Andrew M.

    Stand up comedy was the best! Add some wine and tasty foods, and you've got a great thing going! I would definitely come back here to explore more of their menu. The place was cozy and the comedians were hilarious!

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    I had the hulk smoothie (kale, cilantro, mint, pineapple, banana). Delicious! Definitely will be heading back.

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