Food Scene
BO-beau kitchen + garden
8384 La Mesa BlvdVery chic restaurant in downtown La Mesa...always good!!
Swami's Cafe
8284 La Mesa BoulevardGreat for breakfast or lunch
Good reasonably priced Japanese restaurant practically within walking distance of Casita
Tappi Sushi & Grill
3709 Avocado Village CtGood reasonably priced Japanese restaurant practically within walking distance of Casita
Good old fashioned American food in a lively setting. Great sports bar too as well as live music on some nights
16 locals recommend
Nicky Rottens Bar & Burger Joint
100 Orange AveGood old fashioned American food in a lively setting. Great sports bar too as well as live music on some nights
Grill your own steaks here and also have turquoise room attached that has live music most nights of the week....great spot!!!
17 locals recommend
Riviera Supper Club and Turquoise Room
7777 University AveGrill your own steaks here and also have turquoise room attached that has live music most nights of the week....great spot!!!
Shopping
Smart & Final Extra!
6235 El Cajon BlvdRight in the neighborhood. Great market but no deli
Vons
1201 Avocado AveA couple miles down the road but they have a deli too
Ralphs
101 G StGreat big newer supermarket only a few miles away