Porter House Guidebook (Food and activities)
Food scene
The high end resturant in downtown La Mesa. Part of the esteemed, regional Cohn Family of restaurants, Bo-Beau has been a landmark in the Village since 2013. The french restaurant label is a bit reductive. Although you can order escargot, they also serve other varied offerings such as flavorful flatbreads, an amazing cheese burger, and a korean short rib main. The outdoor patio is delightful to enjoy the evenings while people-watching down the boulevard. This place is casual, pet friendly, and great for groups. It's simultaneously also a great date night spot with a romantic feel.
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BO-beau kitchen + garden
8384 La Mesa BlvdThe high end resturant in downtown La Mesa. Part of the esteemed, regional Cohn Family of restaurants, Bo-Beau has been a landmark in the Village since 2013. The french restaurant label is a bit reductive. Although you can order escargot, they also serve other varied offerings such as flavorful flatbreads, an amazing cheese burger, and a korean short rib main. The outdoor patio is delightful to enjoy the evenings while people-watching down the boulevard. This place is casual, pet friendly, and great for groups. It's simultaneously also a great date night spot with a romantic feel.
Great fresh speciality tacos and fun atmosphere.
Food is delicious ! Can be very busy at times. Like to go to the back patio to eat.
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City Tacos
3028 University AveGreat fresh speciality tacos and fun atmosphere.
Food is delicious ! Can be very busy at times. Like to go to the back patio to eat.
Lots of food options and great atmosphere. Healthy and fresh.
Indoor or outdoor along the street seating.
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Swami's Cafe
8284 La Mesa BoulevardLots of food options and great atmosphere. Healthy and fresh.
Indoor or outdoor along the street seating.
Farmer's Table La Mesa
8141 La Mesa BlvdBeers on tap 50+. Pay for a little or a lot.
Great chance to sample many differnt beers in small quanities.
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Coin Haus
8361 Allison AveBeers on tap 50+. Pay for a little or a lot.
Great chance to sample many differnt beers in small quanities.
Great for Breakfast and lunch. Not open for dinner. Large selection of items, large portions, reasonably priced with casual indoor or outdoor seeting. One of my favorites.
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La Mesa Bistro & Bakery
8697 La Mesa BlvdGreat for Breakfast and lunch. Not open for dinner. Large selection of items, large portions, reasonably priced with casual indoor or outdoor seeting. One of my favorites.
Surf Rider Pizza Co.
2163 Abbott StJohnny B's Burgers, Brew & Spirits
8393 La Mesa BlvdNeighborhoods
La Mesa has a small town feel yet close to the excitement of San Diego. The town offers rolling hills for great neighborhood walking, full of community and activities for all ages. You will find yourself walking to downtown just a few short blocks to explore some of the best restaurants and cute boutiques and shops.
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La Mesa
La Mesa has a small town feel yet close to the excitement of San Diego. The town offers rolling hills for great neighborhood walking, full of community and activities for all ages. You will find yourself walking to downtown just a few short blocks to explore some of the best restaurants and cute boutiques and shops.
City/town information
Just a short trip west you can explore all that Downtown San Diego has to offer or head straight for Mission Beach for roller-coasters and arcade.
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San Diego
Just a short trip west you can explore all that Downtown San Diego has to offer or head straight for Mission Beach for roller-coasters and arcade.
Sightseeing
Great place for walking, strolling, biking, skating. Vehicle free paved road. Plenty of parking, bathrooms,ducks, boat rentals.
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Lake Murray Rest Area
5650 Kiowa DrGreat place for walking, strolling, biking, skating. Vehicle free paved road. Plenty of parking, bathrooms,ducks, boat rentals.
A small mountain top park/amphitheater with great views of the area. You will notice the white cross on the top from many locations. May be able to see the ocean on a clear day. Ocassionally special events. Parking very limited.
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Ipaki yaseMt. Helix
4901 Mt Helix DrA small mountain top park/amphitheater with great views of the area. You will notice the white cross on the top from many locations. May be able to see the ocean on a clear day. Ocassionally special events. Parking very limited.
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Ukuzulazula
The City bus and Trolley system are very close.
The City bus is at the bottom of the hill ( 1/2 block) on La Mesa Blvd.
The Trolley ( Orange Line) is about 3 blocks away located on Spring street near La Mesa Blvd. Walk down La Mesa Blvd for a quick view of the quaint 3 block town of La Mesa.