First time discovering this small bakery tucked away in a spacious plaza of Lemon Grove. The inside…read moreis able to seat around 14 people from the looks of it and there is additional shaded seating outside. Staff that I met was extremely friendly (Grayson, Jules, and Dom), as well as the owner of the bakery Tanya. This bakery has been operating for about three years and there was a good crowd on a Monday afternoon. All the pastries are vegan and I tried the vanilla concha (pro tip get it warmed up) with their house made maple butter and the carrot cake. Both were amazing, I've never had a vegan concha and don't think I'll be going back to regular ones! They also have breakfast sandwiches that many people ordered that looks like it's on a thick piece of focaccia. The reviews speak for itself! Great pastries and coffee, friendly staff, and clean store what more could you want?! I'm glad I made this discovery and can't wait to come back, highly recommend you check out this place!

This place is a hidden gem! Elevated Coffee has such a cute vibe, and the staff is so friendly…read moreespecially the owner, Tanya. You can really tell they care about their customers and the overall experience. My coffee was delicious (I got an americano with cream and sugar), and I'll absolutely be coming back. Thank you, Elevated Coffee & Confections team!

Favorite brunch spot in San Diego. No flashy Instagram photo ops, no weird niche that screams "we…read moretry too hard". Just solid food, quick service, and a good value (even in this economy). I love their chorizo bowl, Benedict, or the ability to make my own dish with the affordable sides menu (hashbrowns + hollandaise is the best!) Ive dabbled in their lunch menu and really enjoyed it, especially the potato soup! I usually crave breakfast food when im here, though Make sure you get the megamosa- a giant mimosa, its perfect any time of the day.

I met some friends here for breakfast on Sunday morning. It was busy, but not overwhelmingly so. We…read moreordered at the counter, took our number, and then had no trouble finding a nice table under the covered seating area. Some planters or other decor on the patio might liven up the space a bit. Sheldon's has a large breakfast / brunch / lunch menu, offers an assortment of baked goods, as well as lots of drinks both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. It is situated in a former gas station, and I love how the space has been repurposed. The service was fine and appropriate. Our food came out very quickly. My breakfast bowl was freshly & simply prepared. The hash browns were a little dry, but the salsa & guacamole helped to jazz up the whole thing. Without the salsa, it did not have a whole lot of flavor, but it was edible, and also reasonably priced at $12.05. The soup and sandwich and açai bowl both looked fresh as well. My companions enjoyed their food. All in all, this is a cute place for a quick bite to eat in a pleasant and casual atmosphere when you're in the La Mesa area. Mahalo!

This store is not always the easiest to get to being so close to campus but when we are down that…read moreway visiting our son it is a great place to go. The store is open and super spacious and the staff is amazing and always smiling. I know it is kne of my sons favorite places to go and grab food and and snacks for his dorm. They really do have everything! Quick and easy somewhat healthier meals for the kiddos. Parking can be a bear so be prepared to park elsewhere and walk in. Great store though!!!

I would like to share the perplexing behavior of the SDSU TJ Manager on Duty during the morning of…read moreSunday (11/30/25). I grabbed the wrong item and wanted to make an exchange. The manager chose to charge me for bags that I already paid for without reviewing my receipt. She also did not provide credit for the price difference between the two (2) items. I showed her the charge for the bags on my receipt. She asked me if I wanted the exact change refund. I asked for the refund on my credit card since I never use change. She only credited my card for 1/6 the amount. The TJ Manager's behavior was so unnecessary and literally "petty". I do not believe this TJ Manager is making friends or influencing people.

Ding Tea is a franchise with multiple locations across San Diego and this one is pretty on par with…read morethe others. It is always easy to order here. They stay open late, have ample parking, the space is clean, and the staff is friendly. They mainly operate with a kiosk ordering system, though I am sure you can order with an employee at the register if needed. The menu is displayed on a TV near the kiosk which makes it easy to find a drink. There are a few specials laid out on the register counter that make that area look a little cluttered. Maybe a bulletin board for those specials would make the space feel less busy, but it did not take away from my experience. After ordering we sat at one of the tables. There is a mix of high top seating and regular tables. I stayed here for about two hours to catch up on getting work done and there was still plenty of seating available. This was on a Tuesday from about 1 to 3 PM. I ordered the Green Tea with Cheese Foam, Golden Boba, 75 percent sweet, and less ice. My husband ordered the Aloe Vera Peach Juice with 75 percent sweet and half ice. We both ordered large drinks. There was no signage about WiFi and I did not see other reviews mentioning it either, so we asked. Luckily the staff gave us the WiFi password which makes this a nice option for studying or getting work done. Our drinks came out pretty quickly. My green tea drink was a little bitter which usually means the tea may have been steeped a bit too long. With the lower sugar level it made the drink taste closer to a 25 percent sweetness level. The boba was chewy like usual but lacked sweetness and flavor, which is pretty typical for Ding Tea. The cheese foam tasted really good but the texture was strange. I occasionally got little chunky bits through the straw that felt like curdled cheese. It was definitely an interesting texture moment. Luckily I am not super sensitive to textures or it might have ruined the drink. Overall my drink was about a 6 out of 10. The Aloe Vera Peach Juice was surprisingly really good. It had a nice peach flavor mixed with that classic aloe vera juice taste you get from bottled aloe drinks. It also came with aloe pulp pieces which worked like a topping. It was refreshing and perfectly sweet. There are not many other boba spots in the surrounding area so competition is limited, but Ding Tea still offers a solid selection of drinks and satisfies the boba craving. Extra points for staying open late.

The taro mix burnt cream milk tea was good. This boba shop is nearby and the staff members are…read morealways pleasant and nice. And the self-ordering kiosk is super convenient!

This little poke spot in the college area is pretty good. The service was excellent and the price…read morewas average. I ordered a large Pokē bowl that kinda seemed a little small. I'd hate to see the small version. It was tasty and fresh regardless. Overall a solid place for pokē in the area.

Having unagi as a protein options is unique to this location as opposed to others Poke spots in San…read moreDiego. Lots of options to build your own bowl with the usually added charge for a few ingredients like avocado or masago. The unagi takes a couple of extra minutes due to it being grilled but the bowl creation was fast. Lots of cool graffiti in the shop and 15 parking zones up front making it easy to get in and out for a quick meal.

Amazing service and sushi. Really love the chill vibe it has…read moreto it and the sushi prepared right along side so it's fast out. It's gnarly

The ambience was amazing and the interior is spectacular, the service was also really great, they…read morewere attentive and made sure we were taken care of, and the food was absolutely to die for, definitely coming back.

Their salt and pepper chicken wings are absolutely killer. The rest of their menu is good, but I'm…read moregoing here for those wings and those wings only. That's the good part. The bad part is how long it takes to make the food. I've been told, on multiple occasions, it would be 25-30 minutes and it's been upwards of 40. I don't mind if you tell me it's going to be 40 minutes, but just say that upfront. That being said, these wings are killer and any time I've got a craving this is where I'm going.

Called in my order and the wait time wasn't long at all. Service was nice, quick, and friendly -…read morejust make sure you ask for a fork when you pick up! There's no indoor seating, but the spot is handicap accessible and easy to find. The parking structure is a good size, so you won't have to worry about finding a spot. Perfect for takeout. I ordered the salt and pepper wings, and these wings were fire! Super crispy with the right amount of garlic and onion - they nailed it. Definitely going back for those and highly recommend if you're a wing lover. The white rice was just okay for me - I wish it had been a little fresher and fluffier, more like the classic steamed rice I was expecting. Adding some soy sauce and chili oil helped a bit though! But honestly, the wings made up for it. Also, cash only, so be prepared before you go! I did spot a flyer showing they take Venmo too, but I didn't ask - good to know! The prices are good, and it helps that they keep everything affordable. Overall, Chef China is a solid hidden gem for quick Chinese takeout - fast service, crispy wings, and good flavors that hit the spot. Can't wait to try the rest of their menu next time!

I don't come here much, but they will have something that I can't resist to buy- many times cuz…read moreI've never seen it elsewhere. The beer selection here is otherworldly for the most part. You will pay handsomely, I should say. It is a liquor store that knows what to get. It has been known for many years now by hopheads and general beer loving folk. I've had several conversations with strangers that bring this place up! When you can't find it, most of the time it's here. No online menu or ways to search, just bring you butt in and see. Walk in to the beer cooler and check out the goods, and then open the wallet.. I've been coming for years, pre-Yelp and smartphones. Nothing has changed, just now even more beer to choose from! And when I can't find it anywhere, I'll at least try here. One thing that'll turn you off in addition to the higher prices is the fact that there is a 4% surcharge on card purchases. They'll try to trick you also and say, "Pay cash and you will get a 4% discount" . I walk out still feeling sorta ripped off..

I was very impressed with the selection of beer, wine and liquors. They also have a stand out…read moreselection of bourbons and Ryes. Their prices were on par with other liquor stores near by. However after I checked out, the price didn't seem right. The receipt wasn't itemized so I asked the clerk. He told me that they added a 4% charge to all credit card purchases.

Just stepped in the door at 7970 Broadway in Lemon Grove for some amazing, homemade Chorizo! You…read morecan buy links, or buy it in bulk. But wait, you're in for a surprise because they also sell meat for enchiladas, frijoles refritos, fresh homemade mole! and local honey. What a treat! This place is small but well kept and you can see by the store front that they care about their image and customers. How many times have you driven by and kept going?? I know, well that was me too until today! Chorizo Guerrerense is most likely an amazing resource for San Diego's best eateries with a Spanish / Mexican flair. I purchased some chorizo, took it home and made it with huevos and it was fabuloso!! I will definitely be back. This place is a reminder why we drive out for specific, important ingredients like Italian sausages and cheese or just that right bottle of wine. Guerrerense has obviously put a lot of pride into their product. This chorizo is absolutely the bomb! So much flavor, the seasonings are just right and the spiciness is complimentary to the sausage. Not salty, just balanced. All I added was salt, garlic, and olive oil and cooked it out with fine diced shallots and wow, it was amazing. Recommend 100%!!

Good Chorizo at a good price, both pork and beef chorizos, fresh queso fresco and salsas too.read more