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1. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill
4.5
Awesome(390)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • La Mesa
Booked 18 times today
Here at Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill we are committed to providing our customers with an excellent dining experience. Each dish on our menu is prepared using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill is unique with its classic Japanese design, fused with a modern bistro look combined with earth tones and lighting to create a visual atmosphere one can't forget!
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2. Casa Gabriela
4.6
Exceptional(760)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • La Mesa
Booked 34 times today
Chef Gabriela Lopez brings her elevated Mexican cuisine to Downtown La Mesa. Using her grandmother's recipes from Guadalajara crossed with her cosmopolitan upbringing in Tijuana, Chef Gabriela's menu features authentic hand-crafted dishes and imaginative takes on classic dishes. All of Baja California is represented along with influences from other regions in Mexico.The spacious outdoor garden, cozy loft, and private dining areas are the perfect places to enjoy tequila and mezcal based cocktails, family celebrations, or brunch with friends.
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3. Black Angus Steakhouse - El Cajon
4.3
Awesome(2153)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • El Cajon / Lakeside
Booked 9 times today
WE’VE BEEN MASTERING OUR CRAFT SINCE 1964, so you could say we know a thing or two. Our cuts are aged at least 21 days, seasoned to excellence, expertly flame-grilled and served up just the way you like it. You’ve earned it. Whether you’re here to throw back a couple with old friends or trying to finish off the High Noon Feast on your own, there’s always a seat for you. So here’s to the nights you can’t remember and the steaks you won’t forget.
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4. Lemon Grove Bistro
4.9
Exceptional(91)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lemon Grove
Booked 3 times today
In addition to offering comforting American favorites, our menu provides a selection of flavors inspired by our chef’s culinary experiences, ranging from classic Spanish fare to Italian favorites. Our menu changes seasonally to feature the freshest ingredients and provide an exciting dining experience throughout the year.The Lemon Grove Bistro is in a historic mission-style building in the heart of Lemon Grove. Since 1912, it’s been a place where locals meet and build connections, whether they were picking up their mail at the Sonka General Store in 1944 or ordering custom cakes at the Grove Pastry Shop in 2012. Come for the food. Stay to experience the inviting ambiance of the historic building and its new garden. Let’s build community--together.
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5. Mister A's
4.8
Exceptional(8699)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 110 times today
Mister A's is the penthouse, fine-dining destination of San Diego, and has been for over 50 years. Located just a few minutes from downtown, you will take the elevator to the top floor and look back out over jetliners sweeping past at eye level, the San Diego skyline, bay and Pacific, while enjoying Modern American cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and one of Wine Spectator's top-rated wine lists in the country. The culinary staff hand-selects local farm produce and the highest quality ingredients in every category to offer you selections that are made from scratch in house for brunch, lunch, dinner.. or simply the finest rooftop drinks and appetizers in town.Please visit our website for specific dress code guidelines: https://www.asrestaurant.com/contact/(Guests not in dress code will be turned away)
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6. Callie Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(246)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 71 times today
Callie represents Chef Travis Swikard's debut solo project after spending a decade working alongside the esteemed Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. The restaurant’s name, "Callie," comes from the Greek word "kallos," meaning "the most beautiful," and embodies its blend of Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients and terroir, from sea to land from San Diego, Swikard's hometown. In 2022, Callie was acclaimed as one of America's top new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report, and received both a Bib Gourmand and a Plate from the Michelin Guide. Callie is a dedicated supporter of Feeding San Diego, having contributed over 1 million meals to those in need in San Diego since its launch. Swikard is set to open his second restaurant in La Jolla in 2025.
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7. Juniper & Ivy
4.6
Exceptional(8061)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Little Italy
Booked 120 times today
Juniper & Ivy is a top choice for birthday celebrations. The reviews mention 'amazing service' and 'fantastic food' for birthdays, making it a perfect place to celebrate special occasions. The restaurant also offers personalized menus for special occasions, adding to the overall memorable experience.
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8. Kettner Exchange
4.7
Exceptional(1367)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Little Italy
Booked 64 times today
Kettner Exchange boasts two levels of indoor/outdoor drinking and dining and Little Italy’s only rooftop patio with spanning harbor views. We feature Progressive American cuisine from critically acclaimed Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski. In 2019, Kettner Exchange was named to Michelin Guide's prestigious Bib Gourmand list. Kettner Exchange has proudly maintained this award every year thereafter. Originally introduced in 1997, the Bib Gourmand category highlights restaurants that serve high-quality meals which include two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less.
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9. The Prado at Balboa Park
4.6
Exceptional(7918)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 53 times today
Located in San Diego's Balboa Park, in the Historic House of Hospitality, The Prado offers historic charm and California cuisine.
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10. Brigantine at Portside Pier
4.7
Exceptional(4243)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 89 times today
The Brigantine is more than just home to some of San Diego’s finest seafood. It’s a place where locals and visitors alike come to share a lively atmosphere and authentic sense of community. The Morton family opened the first Brigantine on Shelter Island in 1969, with a vision that embraced the beach town lifestyle, a dedication to flavorful food, and a passion for friendly service. Today, we’re known far and wide for our San Diego-style surf and turf. From our award-winning fish tacos and freshly shucked oysters, to classic filet mignon or our perpetually best-selling marinated grilled swordfish. Always prepared to exceed expectations, and served with a smile. You can stop in at any neighborhood Brigantine and get a taste of the local flavor, from regionally inspired specials, to custom cocktails and home town craft beers. At the Brigantine we make first timers feel like regulars, and consider regulars part of the family. So come by often, and share our taste for life.

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Discover best birthdays restaurants in La Mesa

Looking to celebrate a birthday in La Mesa, East County, San Diego? Discover a variety of restaurants that cater perfectly to birthday occasions, each offering a unique dining experience that guarantees to make your special day memorable. La Mesa boasts a vibrant dining scene that reflects its eclectic community, featuring cuisine ranging from traditional Italian to contemporary American. These venues are known for their warm, inviting atmospheres and exceptional service, ensuring that every birthday celebration is treated with personalized care and attention. Whether you prefer a quiet dinner or a lively gathering, there’s a spot in La Mesa that fits every birthday wish. Enjoy expertly crafted dishes and a festive environment that will keep you and your guests delighted throughout the celebration. Make your next birthday extraordinary with the best that La Mesa’s culinary scene has to offer.

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