The Stand - Santee

4.7 (575 reviews)

ModerateNew American, Burgers, Sandwiches

Closed • 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Kara H.

The good - Great menu with a wide variety of options. Surely something for everyone. Super unique burger options - the apple cheddar with honey mustard with SO delicious! The jalapeño bacon was good too, but loads of jalapeños, fresh and roasted, so get ready to burn your socks off. Tasty hazy IPA options. The bad - The chips and sweet potato fries came cold and soggy :( fairly clean but not clean enough. When it's not busy and tables stay unbussed, an entire onion ring lays there in a high traffic area, it's like "eek what does the kitchen look like?" The ugly - I really didn't mean to see this, but you can see the kitchen...bowls of raw meat stacked in the fry or warming zone (not sure but there was fry food under the bowls) and then to-go containers stacked on the raw meat bowls There, I said it. I mean you can't make this sh$t up. Hopefully the to-go containers were for something intentionally stacked on raw meat bowls I'm on the fence if I'd try to go again. The food was good but there's some things you can't unsee that just give me the pits...

Ona R.

Firstly, thank you, FIONA, for taking my order and just being so kind and professional. It was my 1st time here and she was patient with me and explained a few things about how I can customize my order. FIONA also took her time to explain the app to me and their Rewards program. I signed up! When you provide your phone number send you a text message to download the app and that's how you get free fries and can earn points for other rewards! From the moment I walked outside, I was greeted by one of the employees and inside everyone is just so nice and friendly. It's super cool when you see people here calling the servers by their name and thanking them. The vibe is very nice, the music is going, TVs are on and it's a well air condition establishment! My big blue burger initially came out with no arugula or bacon, but the gentleman noticed that and brought it for me. I'm glad it didn't come with the tomatoes because I don't care form them anyway and forgot to ask that they were removed. My burger was cooked to perfection. I loved the mushrooms and blue cheese on a nice brioche bun. I'll definitely come back and get this burger and try others.

Carla O.

I have returned to have lunch with my daughter and Mother . We all spent quality time together and it was a pleasant visit. I order a Buffalo Chicken sandwich which was sheer perfection. My daughter ordered the same. She was the one who told me how delicious it was as she had ordered it before. I love how it's a sandwich that is not deep fried because it's grilled and healthy. The buffalo sauce was so delicious. It was spicy but not too hot. My Mom ordered a turkey burger which she said was good but not the best. She said she would be willing to come back and try other dishes on the menu. I appreciated how the staff keeps the restaurant clean also which is important. The staff were professional and friendly which added to our dining experience. A shout out to the cooks who work so hard to make the food good! I will come back here for sure!

Very disappointing experience. Raw burgers! The burgers were served raw and undercooked, which is unacceptable. The quality of the food was disappointing and I was concerned about the food safety. This experience ruined my meal and appetite. A restaurant should ensure that food is properly cooked before serving it to customers. Definitely not worth the money.

Erica C.

8/7/2026 - had the day off and we went there. Grabbed for the first time the chili hot dog which was excellent. Will see if I can pay for a little more chili next time. Only 10 minutes to get the food. Ordered the child's burger as well. Had little to no lettuce. Walked back and they gave us a lot. Not a big deal. Great service and food! 5 stars.

Gloria M.

Visited with my son and daughter in law tonight. The cashier was super attentive and responded to our questions with eagerness to serve. Loved that. We sat outside as it was a beautiful day, patio is big and although it has many tables, you don't feel like you're on top of other people. Now the food - we ordered the buffalo chicken sandwich, the southwestern chicken sandwich and the crispy tenders with fries they were all really good. Regular fries were delicious, crispy and recently done; however, the cheese fries didn't do it for me and the reason is that it was just a little sprinkled shredded cheese with pieces of tomato and onion so a bit weird. To end the review on a good note - the fire sauce is absolutely fantastic! I would visit again.

Kristina N.

Stumbled into this place after my sons game. I've driven by this place I can't tell you how many times. My friend finally convinced us to give it a try. Initial entrance this place is very clean! I immediately was like ok yes. We walked up to order and the menu was overwhelming. Will is who helped us and let me tell you he was amazing!!! His energy his knowledge of the menu even his recommendations. Will himself will be the reason we return. Normally you feel rushed and feel like they want you to move the line along. We ordered about 9 things including a beer bc duh. The beer is cold here too! Also want to add jasston. She was who brought the food out and let me tell you she was attentive and so sweet! The food was of course delicious but I'm gonna be honest I'll return for the service. Thank you guys!!

alexis h.

Came back again, this time the food was a bit better. The restaurant was still very dirty with food under multiple tables and tables with dishes left for long periods of time, we had to hunt for a table that was actually wiped. Counter service and the person in the dining room was excellent. Friendly and attentive. This time the sweet potato fries were indeed well done! I ordered a falafel wrap- decent flavor, half of the wrap was lettuce unlike the picture. I would order this again. My husband had the jalapeno bacon burger. He was satisfied with everything but the cold bun (maybe its supposed to come this way?). We'll be back again and bus our own dishes to not contribute to the problem.

Sal F.

With over 800 community Yelp reviews and still climbing "The Stand" reminds me of so many great keepsakes, and souvenirs in America. Service was good, seats are comfortable inside. Plenty of T.V's. Besides the fact that they have all types of great Burgers: Chicken Breast, Turkey, Beef, Veggie, and so much more. Seeing no shortcuts here while at "The Stand". Because each one of us knows the love, and knows the taste of flavors that is in the food. So, it brings me great joy to know that this Yelp post, or Yelp review will help someone, and bless many to come an try "The Stand". Enjoy

Kids teriyaki chicken!! The red rice is amazing!!!

Wendy S.

I'd love to review in this place first open, we have been back multiple times. There hasn't been a thing yet that I haven't liked. This time around I tried the side salad regular and the chips and guacamole. Both were absolutely amazing.. You can't beat the side salad, literally it could be all you would need for lunch. So fresh!! I absolutely loved the chips and guacamole, especially with the chips that they serve it with, it was a surprise when it was delivered to the table and I love them. The inside is super cute. Has all the TVs going with sports and staff has always been super friendly. It's becoming a local hangout and I love it.

Wes V.

Today was my third time eating at The Stand in Santee. My wife wanted to go for her birthday. The food and service have been great every time, but today one member of the staff was super impressive. His name was Will and he seemed to truly care that we had the best experience possible. He let us know about options we may have not known, made thoughtful suggestions for our kids, and even asked if I was a veteran so we could get a discount. Will made our experience go beyond the food, which was also so tasty. Great place!

This is the ABC Burger and it was great.

Billy G.

I've had about three different burgers here and they all have been great. The pickles they give you are great and with one or all the dips they have just makes it that much better. They have a good selection of beers on tap too. Service is alway good everyone is nice and will ask how to prepare the burgers and give suggestions. The one I go to is in Santee across from another burger place that everyone knows and love. There are plenty of booths, seating outside, and a bunch of high top tables so even at the busiest of times there is always somewhere to sit.

Stormy R.

Food was excellent! I ordered thr Thai Red Curry Burger. Very unique. The fried onions and the fresh basil were a win for me but it could have used more red curry sauce. Husband got their egg burger. We also ordered onion rings and chips. Both were good. Chips were better than the onion rings. Onion rings could have had a bit more seasoning and crisp. All of the sauces were tasty. Ranch, jalapeno, and the sweet chili. Service was thorough and prompt. Mike was a great help!

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Ivan G.

1 year ago

The food is absolutely delicious but the best part was Mike at the counter. Mike was very friendly, helpful with recommendations, just an all around wealth of information. Thank you Mike! The feel of the establishment is very chill! read more

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Alvan K.

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1 year ago

I placed an order online and showed up to find the place really busy; there was a long line to order and even people waiting outside. The restaurant looked clean, spacious, and nice overall. Everyone seemed to be enjoying their time there, which added to the positive atmosphere. Our order was actually ready a minute earlier than expected and everything was correct. The employee who handed me my order was friendly and welcoming. Our burgers tasted great. Definitely coming back! read more

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Sarah E.

11 months ago

Food is delicious! Definitely beats fast food and the flavors are great on everything we've tried. Grab a table and dine in or order to-go, you can't go wrong! Staff are always helpful and keep everything clean - shoutout to Mike for the house ranch tip! read more

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Ashley E.

4 months ago

Great food and an even more amazing staff! Charles found out we like spicy and picked extra sauces for us to try with our meal and then Ray made sure to come by our table and ensure our food was cooked to perfection! read more

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Ralph M.

4 months ago

Very good menu, everyone will find something they like. Food is excellent and fair prices. They have lots of TV's so great place to watch the game! Our server Ray is awesome too. Our new fav place in Santee. read more

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Zachary W.

Ralph, so glad you found The Stand and loved it. Great menu variety,…

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Mir W.

6 months ago

Went to the Santee location, which is close to my work, ordered a turkey sandwich, 25 minutes later my lunch was almost over and still no sandwich,, asked multiple times and they look like they had no clue about my order. Finally, I asked for my money back since I had to go back to work. The manager didn't even apologize and gave me my money back and I walked out. Horrible service, horrible attitude, and I'm going back to work hungry. Thank You The Stand read more

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RACHEL G.

1 year ago

My family went to the new location in Santee last night. We waited just over 30 minutes for our food (only know the time because of the text message for the rewards signup) The server was great at taking our order, and our food arrived correctly, just wish there could have been better communication about the kitchen running 30 minutes on food. The line we were in was about 6 people deep when we got in line so there wasn't an indication it would be such a wait. Not mad about it, I know you guys just opened, but think it might benefit to let patrons know the kitchen is running behind a bit. Food was okay compared to other burger establishments but maybe a lot of people love it. read more

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Jd H.

1 year ago

The food is good and Mike was great. The pickles are also great. Multiple televisions with sports and it's nice to have an indoor and outdoor space. Great addition to Santee read more

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Jen E.

1 year ago

Amazing food,, super service from friendly Mike, pickles are awesome and the sweet chili aoli is soooo good read more

The Stand - Santee - Amazing food, super service and the pickles and the sweet chili aoli. - New American Near Me - Santee, California

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Linda L.

1 year ago

The Stand hits everytime!!! This is my new fave place! My first visit I had the chicken cobb salad and every bite had chicken. The next visit I had the cob with steak and it was so delicious!!! Also, shout out to Mike, he was so nice at the register and then again tending to tables. Thank you!!! read more

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Darren S.

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1 year ago

Great food and customer service. Lots of good options and sauces to try. Also, the Thai tea milk shake was delicious! Mike helped us out, was very polite and a great guy. The Stand is lucky to have him on the team. Good grub and fair prices. A+ read more

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Zachary W.

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Ley S.

6 months ago

Very clean place with friendly & attentive staff. My burger was not as hot as I would've liked, and very well-done sadly. Despite this, Charles took great care of my friend and I during our visit! read more

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Heather F.

9 months ago

Finally made it into The stand! The French onion burger is amazing! The employees are beyond friendly. Best restaurant to come to Santee. Will definitely be coming back to try more. read more

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Elayne R.

11 months ago

Mike was an amazing help when we were ordering. He gave us so many suggestions. We didn't even think about Best turkey burger I've ever had. I've been here 12 times since they opened. The fries are delicious. The chocolate chip cookies and brownies are the bomb. There's a milkshake that Mike suggested cookie butter crunch the best milkshake I've ever had in my life. read more

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Paulette J.

11 months ago

They have the best Veggie Burger I have ever tasted! It was thick, like a real meat burger and delicious! Their menu offers such a great variety of items. The service was remarkable. So friendly and helpful. Very clean and spacious . read more

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Allie C.

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We came to The Stand for the first time today and it did not disappoint. The restaurant is BIG and has a huge outdoor patio too, super nice. Mike who took our order was super friendly and thorough with explaining the different options. I ordered the jalapeno bacon burger and it was really good, I was surprised. The jalapeños were fresh and spicy. My husband ordered the Tex mex steak bowl with rice and he said it was delicious. We will 100% be back and bring our kids. We saw they also do catering too, so we'll have to get this for a staff lunch here soon in the future. If you haven't tried this place yet, you should. Good customer service, good food and a nice atmosphere! read more

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Justin W.

6 months ago

Charles was an exemplary employee and his service was outstanding. The food here is wonderful and the ability to customize your burger and make it your own allow for all kinds of combinations. You won't regret eating here. read more

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Bianca L.

6 months ago

This was our first time here and Charles provided excellent customer service. The food tasted amazing as well! We'll definitely be back!

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Arlene P.

1 year ago

Steak Tex-Me bowl and blueberry lemonade is delicious! Service is top notch, service leader Ray is awesome! I wish they served soup is my only recommendation. Will be back again :) read more

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Toni D.

10 months ago

Good food, good beer, good vibes! Ray and his staff are always so friendly and helpful. The food is always spot on and I highly recommend eating here. read more

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Monica M.

10 months ago

We had the Stand burger and the ahi sandwich. Both were tasty and fresh. The ahi sandwich was served cold which was a surprise but hubby said it was good. The restaurant was clean and the staff was friendly, especially Ray! Lots of big screens to watch sports on and good music playing too. But not so loud you can't have a conversation. read more

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Nicholas M.

1 year ago

My wife and I had an excellent experience at The Stand. The staff was extremely friendly, the food was very good, and the restaurant was very clean. My burger was a little too rare and that is why I gave only four stars, but that won't prevent us from visiting them again and recommend others give it a try. read more

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Deon D.

5 months ago

I came in this evening with my family. The food was amazing, vibes were great and Jastyn was awesome! Her as well as the rest of the team were awesome! 10/10 guest service! read more

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George H.

5 months ago

The food is decent at the Stand in Santee. However, you will be hard pressed to get a clean table and or not have to walk through food on the floor or under the tables . read more

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Joshua W.

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I went to the stand with my daughter and they took great care of us. Renato was a stand out as he was willing to go above and beyond for great service. read more

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Always R.

5 months ago

The Stand is the place to go for your various favorites! I have visited the Santee location at least twice in 2 weeks. The service, food, and overall ambiance will make you feel like family. Thanks to our great greeter "Ray," for welcoming me and my family it definitely makes a difference. I'll be back again. Keep up the great work!! read more

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Lauren W.

1 year ago

Stopped here for a quick weekend lunch and were pleasantly surprised! Great food and great service, Mike was super friendly and recommended different things to help us out in ordering as first-timers. The patio seating is great for families - we'll definitely be back! read more

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Martin G.

10 months ago

This place was great. The burgers were made to our request and the fries were plentiful and delicious. Ray was an amazing representative for this restaurant. Plenty of parking and a great location for Santee. read more

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Michelle F.

5 months ago

Ray is the man! Best service ever and great food. Paloma's are awesome and the fire fries are amazing!

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Rommel P.

1 year ago

Great food! Great service! Forgot to take pictures of the food. Coz everything we ordered was so good. My family and I will definitely come back. read more

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Bryanna Z.

6 months ago

So many food options and my teriyaki chicken bowl was so delicious! The staff were all so nice as well, Charles went above and beyond to ensure I had a good experience! Will definitely be back and I highly recommend!! read more

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Carlos S.

1 year ago

Great food and reasonable prices The stand blonde ale beer paired perfect with the chicken club read more

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Matt U.

6 months ago

The stand is a chill place with great food and great shakes. Charles helped us today and he was amazing. Highly recommended!

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Jeannie L.

1 year ago

We love coming to the Stand. We come with a group after pickleball. The foods great, the place is clean and we love the friendly staff. We had Mike take our order today. He's so sweet and efficient. He made us feel so welcome. read more

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I kept seeing this place and finally we came in and I'm so happy that we did. Prices were reasonable, lots of options, and friendly service. I got the Ultimate Egg Burger, Fire fries, reg fries and onion rings. I was a little worried when they asked me how i wanted my burger cooked because the last 2 times ive asked for my burger to be medium well at other establishments its either well done or raw and to my suprise it was cooked to perfection! I've never had pickled onions on a breakfast burger but it was really nice and gave it extra flavor and crunch I wasnt expecting. The bacon was also a star of the dish. I always say if I can eat it by itself and it stand on its own thats how you know its good. And it was GOOD! The only complaint was that my egg had already popped before I got it and I usually like to do it but I'll live. The best part were the sauces they gave on the side (no charge!) And on my burger. My favorite was the Sweet Chili Aioli, Jalapeño Scallion Aioli and THE RANCH. Omg the ranch was probably the best Ive had in a long time. We didn't like the fire fries though the sauce on it was too spicy for us and made the fries soggy. But apart from that it was a perfect meal. This place reminded us of Burger Lounge or Shake Shack but way cheaper. We cant wait to come back soon and try more things off their menu! Happy to have them in Santee. read more

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Chris D.

5 months ago

Great food and great customer service! Charles helped my family and I out with a wonderful attitude and great suggestions And recommendations! read more

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roxanne b.

10 months ago

I love this place. My kids ask to go here often. I'm a vegetarian and their options are wonderful. Also gluten-free and their gluten-free bread is pretty good. Family friendly environment. read more

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Carleigh J.

5 months ago

Honestly the vibes just hit the moment I walked in. Great service from Charles when taking my order, helped recommend things and put a smile on my face. The food is amazing. I love the pickles. read more

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Mandy R.

5 months ago

Had a great lunch at the Stand today. Charles helped take our order and was super helpful and friendly. Food was great as always.

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Emily F.

11 months ago

We love coming to The Stand and always have great food. Mike was our server and we could not have had better customer service! Definitely will be coming back! read more

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There are two places up in Orange County/LA area that are called Salt Creek Grill and Stone Fire Grill, is this place similar to those? (For those that know)

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Was gonna visit there with a few co-worker for a meeting. Do you have WIFI?

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No. If you want to order you have to go to the counter. They will bring your order to you, but there is no table service. They bus the tables clean, but it gets VERY CUTTHROAT when it's crowded; people will grab tables before ordering.

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This was my first time here, and overall, it was a really good experience…read more I came in on a Monday for Monday Night Football (Rams vs. Giants) and met up with a few friends. I got there pretty early around 4:45PM, so it was still pretty empty with only a few other people there. I'm not sure if it was because the restaurant was still empty at the time or if our server was simply that awesome, but she was great! She was very attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu and specials. I started with the chips and salsa and onion rings from the all-day happy hour menu. Both were fresh and tasty. Once my friends arrived, we ordered draft beers, which were also good and came out quickly, with quick refills throughout our visit. I also ordered the mango habanero boneless wings, which came with carrots and celery. The wings were huge, fresh, and served hot. They had a good amount of sauce, with a nice crispy exterior while still being juicy on the inside. I believe it was around $15 for 8 pieces, and I would definitely order them again. I also really like that they mute the music and play the game audio throughout the entire venue. It makes watching the game much more enjoyable. I definitely want to try the Scripps Ranch location next to see if the experience is just as good. You really can't beat all-day happy hour! Overall, a great first experience, and I'll definitely be back to try some of the other menu items.

My friends are usuals here. They reserved the corner booth that was stroller friendly…read more Our burger was bomb diggity. The menu had a little bit of everything. Our server was super attentive. This restaurant is great for all ages. There are a lot of TVs. This is definitely a sports bar restaurant. The noise can get pretty loud.

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Buckboard's Barbecue & Brew

4.5(943 reviews)

3.1 mi

•$$

I truly don't know how I've never rated this place. WE LOVE IT HERE. My fiance doesn't even like…read moreBBQ and this is a staple in our house. We always have friendly and fast service, the menu is extensive, everything we've ever tried is amazing and the beers are always cold! Can't ask for much more... except there is! The portions are huge! Each reasonably priced meal is at least 3 meals for me. The meat (especially the tri tip - IMO my fave) is so tender and juicy! They have a wide range of sauces to try and I love the horseradish cream. They have indoor and outdoor seating, are dog friendly and only open Thursday-Sunday so beware! Don't skip on this spot because it's a little hidden (industrial area of El Cajon). It's well worth the adventure to get there! Ps. The sides are amazing too... corn bread, potato salad, beans, coleslaw... regular salad with homemade ranch... oh em gee. My mouth is watering thinking about it!

Can here on a Sunday late afternoon. It was fairly empty when we arrived, but filled up throughout…read moreour time there. Anyways.. we ordered at the counter and our food was brought out to us after just a few minutes.. I got there pulled pork sandwich. The sandwich had a huge amount of pulled pork. This, and their tri tip sandwich was savory and satisfying. Husband got the baby back ribs. They came off the bone easily. My family esp enjoyed their Mac n cheese balls with the dip that comes it. The sides are purchased separate and come in generous sharing portions. We enjoyed the sweet potato fries, potato wedges, and onion rings. All nice n crisp. By that point, I was too full and took some bread pudding home for later. I enjoyed the flavor, but the texture was bit too mushy for me. The ladies working were incredibly friendly and sweet to everyone. A nice casual, clean dining area. There were multiple TVs on showing sports, without it being super loud. The dining area was actually a bit quiet until more people started showing up. Prices are fair. Definitely a place to try.

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The Stand - San Diego

4.5(841 reviews)

11.1 mi

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To be honest, The Stand is... pretty dang good! I had the Havarti Shroom Burger and sweet potato…read morefries and inhaled it all. This is a place for every type of eater because the menu is extensive, and it's centrally situated right across from the movie theater. Indoor and outdoor seating, casual space with TVs, and friendly service. I'm happy to see all the updates the mall is making -- dare I say they're making a comeback?

Was my first experience going to the stand is nice at here's one very close by to where I live…read more Took my father-in-law and my husband here to eat lunch. There's actually a lot of different options. Not just burgers here. My father-in-law got the teriyaki bowl and he really liked it my husband got the burger and I loved it as well. I got the full size of the chili cheese fries, even though it when it came out, it looked like it was only a half size. What I like about this place is that they have a whole list of free sauces that you can request a heat places that charge extra for sauces. They also have an extensive list of milkshakes and beers. The service was nothing special as you order at the counter and they bring out your food. It looks like a normal upscale burger joint or just regular American restaurant. There's a lot of TV screen so it's really popular place to watch games here. Would come back

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The Grill at Willowbrook

4.6(20 reviews)

3.8 mi

Absolutely love the staff and food at this place. This isn't just about the great food and…read moreaffordable price but they actually remember you by name. It's one of those places where they see you walk in and already know your drink order. And if you are a regular they even remember how you like your eggs cooked. There is seating indoors and outdoors. So depending on your mood, you can watch some highlights on tv or get a great view of the golf course. This is a hidden gem of Lakeside.

The service here is always friendly and the food comes out super quick. The quality is fine, but…read morenothing to go out of your way for. I know that my dad loves the burgers, so I'd suggest that and avoid the grilled cheese.

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The Hills Pub

4.5(1.9k reviews)

4.8 mi

•$$

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

My friends and I stopped by The Hills Pub for breakfast, and we definitely left happy!…read more We ordered the all-you-can-eat waffles, and let me just say--they are very much worth it! If you're a waffle lover, this is definitely something you'll want to try. I ordered the Breakfast Burger, and it was delicious! The flavor was on point and definitely worth trying. It also comes with fries, which were a great addition to the meal. And if you're a ranch lover, this is your spot! They do not disappoint when it comes to ranch. Overall, we had a great breakfast, and the food was flavorful and satisfying. Definitely a place I'd come back to!

Very cool hip bar lounge family friendly spot in La Mesa. Great place to have happy hour or hang…read moreout with family. Does not get rowdy here from times I've been. Plenty seating, TVs, and great service.

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The Oaks Bar & Grill

3.6(100 reviews)

1.0 mi

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Honestly the potato skins were the best ones I have had in a long while. So good that I can forgive…read morethe bartender for forgetting to input part of our order. The restaurant was very busy because of Bingo night. I felt like the bartender was having to do too many things at once. I felt bad for him honestly. We sat at the bar so it felt a bit stressful to watch him run around behind the bar. Hope he is able to get some help on a busier night like that night. All in all, I would go back. Nice to know I have a restaurant nearby that has the best potato skins on their happy hour menu.

It had been quite a while since we caught Sunday football at The Oaks Bar & Grill…read more We had friends visiting from out of town and we were meeting a large group of mutual friends. The Oaks proved to be the perfect venue. When we arrived, the group had commandeered several tables in the dining room. Becky and I bellied up the adjacent large horseshoe shaped bar. The TVs were all tuned to various NFL games. A group of Steelers fans were in the dining room next to our group watching and cheering their team on a giant TV. Becky and I wanted to watch the Seahawks. Mike, Director of the Carlton Oaks Country Club, was happy to put it on one of the many TVs for us. We wanted a snack, so we ordered the Potato Skins. Potato halves filled with cheese, bacon bits and chives. They are cut lengthwise in half for easier dipping and eating. Served with ranch and sour cream for dipping. Bottles of Tapatio, Tabasco and Cholula were provided if you wanted to spice it up. They were quite tasty and the perfect portion size. Price was right too! Because of the acoustics, the dining room can get a little loud. If you just want to chill and take in the view, step outside to the patio. Great views of the golf course. Service at the bar was friendly and on point. The large groups in the dining room were being well taken care of as well.

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Public House 131

We were visiting from out of town, and Public House was a few miles from our hotel. My son wanted…read morea good burger and Yelp suggested that they had a good burger. They have a great burger! We got the house burger and the smash burger. My wife got the chicken salad. We also had the artichoke appetizer. In addition to the burgers being great, the fries were amazing too. You can get other sides too - which I'm sure are just as good. The server was spectacular, keeping glasses full, food coming and very knowledgeable about the menu. This place is on our list to stop in the next time we're in the area for sure! It's worth a drive out of your way - it's that good!

We stopped at Public House 131 to meet up with a couple friends that lives in the neighborhood for…read morebrunch in Scripps Ranch Marketplace. When we arrived we were greeted and seated right away. The service was fantastic and friendly. As for food, we ordered the following: Shaved Pastrami Sandwich: They were very generous on the pastrami that was served on a nice warm hoagie roll. The sandwich also came with a side of au jus which was a bit to salty, plus to don't need it. Bourdain Breakfast Sandwich: Solid and delicious. Definitely can't go wrong. Our friends ordered the Smoke Tuna Meat and the Cajun Fried Rice and both were good. Overall, brunch at Public House was good and enjoyable.

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Jimmy's of Santee

3.4(506 reviews)

0.3 mi

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The food here is great. We usually get the four piece roasted chicken, which is a half a chicken. I…read moreget the side of mashed potatoes and coleslaw. And today we got fancy coffees on the menu. They're brand new come on in Service here is done by very sweet people. Makes you want to come back. I'll ambience is cool and clean

1st time here with my family of 6, great environment, staff is really friendly and attentive, and I…read morelove the fact the have huge Booth seats for families. The food was GREAT! So far the Red chilaquiles were the best I've had in a while!!!

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Lemon Grove Bistro

4.7(394 reviews)

7.0 mi

•$$

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

We always love trying new places in different neighborhoods of San Diego. About a month ago we…read moretried 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.

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Korrina B.

1 year ago

We came here so we can try a new spot in Santee. The food that we got was good. About an 8/10 for everything we ordered. The issue that I had was the girl who took our order did not have any friendly or inviting customer service skills. This was our first time there, we felt super rushed as she was talking really fast. She also didn't ask if we wanted any sauces for our burger or sandwich. The only reason we knew about sauces is because my husband asked once an employee served us our food. He asked for sauce and she said, "The person who took your order didn't ask you guys if you wanted sauce?" We informed her she didn't ask us anything. She told us the sauces they had and went and got us some.. I also thought it was pretty weird you have to get up and ask to have napkins from the back counter instead of them being on the tables. Overall cleanliness of the place was okay. Tables were cleared and wiped off after people left, but floors were ignored. read more

Sharon W.

5 months ago

100% friendly, clean, fresh, quick, affordable and DELICIOUS. What more can I say? First visit to The Stand and it was amazing. A friend and I usually eat somewhere locally and we decided to give The Stand a try. The BEST seared ahi and Cobb salads. I ordered the ahi salad with the red ginger vinaigrette dressing because the spicy Thai was too hot for me. It was the perfect combination. Sometimes you really have to compliment an establishment for their ability to provide quality food and service. This place gets 6 stars if it were possible. I was greeted after our meal by Roy (maybe Ray?) who asked how we enjoyed our food. To have one of the staff members inquire about our meals was the cherry on top. Thank you to everyone involved in serving us that day 6/20/2026. We will be back again. Anyone interested in a fantastic meal, please take my word and check out The Stand in Santee, CA. Don't forget to grab your pickles. Thanks again. read more

Heather w.

1 year ago

We went there this past Wednesday and I was excited to try a new place. I told them I had Celiac Disease and so does my eldest daughter. I had the onion stax burger and my daughter the jalapeño burger. We told them gluten free bun and celiac allergy. Our food had crispy onions vs grilled. I asked for medium well and mine was fairly raw. All ofood was luke warm at best and not hot at all. I was not impressed at all. After we told them about crispy onions in food they apologized and the made which was nice. But the damage was already done and we had been glutened. My daughter never finished her burger because she started to feel sick. I would strongly encourage them educate staff on allergies and what the items contain. Pretty bummed was super excited they were gluten free friendly. read more

Mike D.

1 year ago

The Stand in Santee is a great spot! The service is always friendly and fast, and the place is super clean and comfortable. Portions are generous, and everything I've tried has been really fresh and full of flavor. Our favorites are the Ahi sandwich, chimichurri steak salad sometimes we sub out the steak for chicken, the sweet potato fries, with the jalapeño aïoli. They also have an awesome beer selection -- something for everyone -- and the frozen Paloma is absolutely delicious (highly recommend trying it!). Overall, it's one of those places that hits all the marks: great food, great drinks, and great service. Definitely worth checking out! The staff is also great! Mike and Nichole are always super friendly and helpful in the manager. Jacie is awesome too. read more

Angela B.

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The Stand is a great casual spot if you're looking for good food and a relaxed atmosphere. It's a walk-up, order first, then grab a seat kind of place, which makes it easy and laid back. They have plenty of seating both inside and outside, so it's great whether you're coming with a small group or a bigger crowd. The staff is always super friendly and accommodating, and they have tons of food and drink options to choose from. Everything we've tried has been delicious... the salads, burgers, fries, onion rings, and shakes are all really good. Everyone I've brought here has enjoyed their meal, which says a lot. Another bonus is the private parking lot, which makes visiting even more convenient. Overall, a solid spot for casual dining, especially for groups. read more

Ben P.

8 months ago

This restaurant is amazing. From the food to the staff to the cleanliness, this place can't get better. I have been here multiple times in multiple different locations, and I have never had any complaints. The service here is 10/10 and unmatched. Came here for a quick bite and was honestly impressed. The burgers were fresh, juicy, and cooked perfectly, and the fries were hot and crispy. You can tell they actually care about quality instead of just rushing food out. The place itself was clean and had a chill vibe, and the staff was super friendly and helpful with recommendations. Prices are fair for the portions you get, which is always a plus. Definitely one of the better spots in Santee for burgers. I'll for sure be coming back. Once again! read more

Brianna B.

1 year ago

the ultimate egg burger was good when I first tried it, but when I came back to eat here, it was cold. The cheese barely melted. the egg was good though. the sweet potato fries were ok, but a bit cold and soggy (I'm noticing a trend here). the service was probably the only reliable thing about this place. the servers are nice and attentive and ask how you are doing even while you're eating. it seems though that managers slack off or something, because everytime I've placed an order to go, it seems like it takes longer than if I were to just eat it there. it seems like they don't have the flow of the place figured out yet. the ambience is pretty good and standard. nothing too special about it. it's nice there is a outside place to eat. read more

Christine B.

6 months ago

Absolutely love coming to The Stand! The food is always amazing, the restaurant is consistently clean, and the atmosphere is perfect for families. I bring my daughter here all the time and we always have such a great experience. A special thank you to Charles for his great customer service! He's always so welcoming and attentive. Also, shoutout to one of the chefs who kindly offered me a few sweet potato fries to try just because I asked how they tasted. Such a small gesture, but it really showed how friendly and thoughtful the staff is here. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and an even better experience! read more

Mayra W.

4 months ago

I had a great experience at The Stand! I ordered the Southwest Chicken, and it was absolutely delicious fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. Every bite was packed with great taste, and I'll definitely be ordering it again. What really made my visit stand out was the exceptional service from Charles. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout my meal. It's always refreshing to be served by someone who genuinely cares about providing a great customer experience. Between the amazing food and Charles' outstanding customer service, this was an easy 5-star experience. I highly recommend The Stand read more

David R.

4 months ago

After hearing many recommendations, we decided to enjoy some take out for our Father's Day dinner. The first red flag was a watery bland tasteless shake followed by this sorry excuse of a kids chicken "tender" meal. $7.49 for 2 overcooked nuggets and a quarter of a browned apple, RIDICULOUS. Not to mention the browned avocado on my wife's salad as well. People have no integrity or pride for what they do anymore. I get it the food industry sucks to work in but if you don't like it that much get a different job nerd. Life is expensive these days and people spend their hard earned money just to get B.S. like this. read more

Blue A.

5 months ago

Had an amazing experience at The Stand! The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the atmosphere was welcoming and enjoyable. A special shout-out to Ray, our waiter, who provided outstanding service from start to finish. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. His positive attitude and excellent customer service really made our visit even better. We'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend The Stand to anyone looking for great food and great service! read more

Veronica B.

1 year ago

Every time we visit The Stand, Mike goes above and beyond and that's exactly why we keep coming back! His service is consistently outstanding. He's friendly, attentive, and always makes us feel like valued guests. Whether we're grabbing a quick bite or sitting down for a full meal, Mike remembers our preferences and makes great recommendations. It's rare to find someone who brings the same level of care and positive energy every single time. Mike truly elevates the whole experience at The Stand. We're always happy to see he's working when we come in! read more

David B.

8 months ago

I've been to The Stand a couple of times now, and every visit has been consistently great. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and served just right. You can really tell they care about quality and consistency. The staff is awesome every time, but I especially want to give a shoutout to Jasstyn. She's friendly, attentive, and goes above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect. Great customer service really makes a difference, and she definitely delivers. Overall, it's a spot I'll definitely keep coming back to. Highly recommend! read more

Baylee B.

10 months ago

We had such a great experience at The Stand! A huge part of it was thanks to employee Will! He brought amazing energy and genuine kindness from the moment we ordered. He was incredibly helpful with recommendations and made sure everything was exactly what we wanted. You can truly tell he cares about providing excellent service and making guests feel welcome. On top of that, we loved all of the food we ordered, and the atmosphere was great as well. Will really made the experience stand out, and we'll definitely be back! read more

Steven L.

8 months ago

I had a great experience at The Stand in Santee. The food was really good, and everything came out fresh and flavorful. What stood out the most was the service. Ray went out of his way to check up on us and make sure everything was good, which made the whole visit feel welcoming and well taken care of. It's always nice when someone takes the time to make sure customers are enjoying their meal. Overall, great food and great service I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Lidiya K.

461

6 months ago

Such a great experience here! The food was delicious, everything tasted fresh and well-prepared, and the atmosphere was welcoming from the moment we walked in. What really stood out, though, was how friendly and attentive everyone was. Huge shoutout to Ray for going above and beyond--so courteous, professional, and genuinely kind. You can tell he really cares about the customers and takes pride in what he does. We'll definitely be back! read more

Eric S.

22 days ago

First time visiting The Stand, and we had a great experience! My wife ordered a salad, and I went with a burger and fries. The food was well prepared and delicious. The service was excellent. A special shout-out to Ray for taking great care of us and making our first visit a positive one! We really appreciated the friendly service and look forward to coming back again. Highly recommend giving The Stand a try! read more

Zhade

11 months ago

I'm not sure if this review will go through because the wifi isn't connected to my phone but I just wanted to come here to say this was my first time at the stand and the food was AMAZING. The gentleman that helped me today was Mike he gave me good recommendations of different things to try.. very friendly customer service, and he even checked in with us to see how the food was. Will be coming back. read more

Brittany F.

8 months ago

I've been to The Stand a few times now and have had a great experience every visit. The team is always super helpful and kind, which makes such a difference. The menu has tons of options, including healthy choices, so there's really something for everyone. Ray has helped me the past few times I've been in, and he's been especially friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend checking them out! read more

Josephs K.

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7 months ago

So delicious and clean, the food doesn't taste overly greasy or make you feel tired after eating which I find important. Ray was very kind and helpful he even put the Padres on for us, the blueberry lemonade and the short rib grilled cheese is 10 out of 10 and the fire sauce was delicious with the sandwish. I would definitely recommend this place and would come again! read more

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Fan-freaking-tastic! My family and I tried Mr. Ray Ray's for the first time today and we all loved…read morethe sandwiches we got--even my super picky youngest! There is such a wide selection and everything is super customizable. Ingredients are high quality and fresh, and the serving sizes are HUGE! I had the Reuben and could only eat half of it. You totally get your money's worth here. We will definitely be going back!

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