After my appointment at the Veteran Affairs we passed by here at Mendocino Farm La Jolla…read more Our first time here so we just picked which one looks good and sounds good on the menu board. We picked PERUVIAN STEAK SANDWICH, a seared steak tossed in Spicy aji amarillo sauce, then their CHIMICHURRI STEAK BACON; it's a seared steak and applewood-smoked bacon, and also got their SMOKEY BBQ BRIOCHE SANDWICH , this one is a smoke Pork burnt ends with BBQ sauce. Every sandwich we had tasted good, but i like the most the Chimichurri Steak & Bacon, it's more to my palate, not too sweet or not too spicy. Service was quick our sandwiches were done quickly, plenty of staff go around checking the tables and greeting the customers. Parking is easy, with lots of spaces.

I like the Mendocino Farms concept and we had a good experience at the first one we visited (it was…read morenot this one) so I was disappointed with our long wait for three to-go sandwiches and a cup of soup. I think I was sitting in the store for at least 30 minutes while a family member waited in our car and watched several people park, get their orders and leave. Two people who ordered after us received their food before we did. I finally stood up and only then did an associate crabbily pack up our order and give it to us. When we first arrived, no one even showed up at the counter for at least five minutes. There was another customer waiting behind us as well. My sandwich (Happy Hippie) was not very good...insubstantial and put together in a blah manner. A family member who had the "not so fried chicken sandwich" said it was too salty. I paid $62 for this order (with a tip, which I had added before the long wait...) It obviously wasn't a good value, This is a beautiful and clean store but a general lack of enthusiasm from the associates, inconsistent customer service, high prices, and mediocre quality food will dissuade me from making any future visits to this location.

Micheline's Pita House in La Jolla has great food, delicious and fresh. Staff is friendly and…read moreattentive would definitely return

I got the hummus bowl because I already had lettuce and rice at home, and I was taking this togo. I…read moreloved the flavors, but it was a little too saucy which made it too salty imo. Also they gave me so little chicken that at first I thought they forgot to give me any :/ Pita bread was really soft though and tasted so good with everything mixed together. Loved the flavors! Interior has seating and tables, but it gets busy and cramped sometimes. Service is quick.

Avengers Assemble! Excellent blend of flavors and it's so…read morewonderful that you can customize all of this toward your liking. It's a great Mediterranean fast casual concept. Putting together your own bowl felt like Dr. Bruce Banner carefully combining elements in the lab to create the ultimate recipe. We had the lamb and that was on top of a full base of arugula, along with a lot of the veggies and toppings. The lemon garlic sauce finished it off, and it was very moist and excellent. The meat was so tender and flavorful it honestly packed a punch strong enough to rival the Hulk. We also had the chicken, and that was with the garlic sauce, which was excellent! Service was friendly and they were extremely efficient. The staff was moving fast and getting everyone through the line smoothly, kinda like Quicksilver zooming across the room. Parking is super easy and we parked right up front at a strip mall. It was such a breeze we didn't even need to use Pym particles to shrink the car just to squeeze into a spot lol. Would definitely come back again. Five out of five stars!

Overview: long waits but worth it, Mediterranean chipotle, affordable…read more ---- There can be long waits but it moves relatively fast. Chipotle style set-up where you customize the proteins, dips, toppings, and sauces to your own tastes. My go-to order is: SuperGreens, Saffron Basmati Rice, Harissa, Tzatziki, Crazy Feta, Grilled Chicken, Fire Roasted Corn, Pickled Onions, Tomato + Onion, Fiery Broccoli, Tomato + Cucumber, Salt-Brined Pickles, Crumbled Feta, Persian Cucumber, Kalamata Olives, Skhug, Balsamic Date Vinaigrette, Free Side Pita There's different options of a bowl or pita that are customizable or you can also choose pre-set creations that are chef-curated. ---- The ambiance isn't anything special, but there's a lot of seating available inside and plenty of parking that's shared with other places in the plaza. It can get busy even late at night, we arrived at 9:30ish and there were around 10 people in line ahead of us. Despite the wait, the quality and variety of food, as well as its affordability is worth it. ---- Overall: if you want a nice, affordable Mediterranean meal with many customizable components check this place out; a great bang for your buck especially with the restaurant prices in San Diego

Avengers Assemble! We ate here a total of three times over a…read morefour day stay in La Jolla. It's so modular and easy to order from the table through our phone app,, it honestly felt as high-tech as Tony Stark commanding F.R.I.D.A.Y. from his suit tbh. Although this was not our first time eating here, they must have changed the business model, as the last time we went was almost a decade ago. Their menu has changed significantly, and although they were excellent before, I think they are even better. We tried pretty much all of the proteins, from the steak, chicken, pork rib, ribs, and they were all excellent very fresh ingredients. The meats were so perfectly cooked and tender they basically fell apart easier than Thanos's army at the end of Endgame lol. We especially love the side dishes. The broccolini was excellent with the sesame sauce. We loved the brussels sprouts as well. And I really loved the beef and mushroom soup. It had such a comforting and rich flavor that it felt like Scarlet Witch used some chaos magic in the kitchen to get it exactly right. French fries were pretty good, and pretty standard. That was the only dish that was average, but everything else was excellent. Good service and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. We even brought our pups! The patio was so spacious and chill it basically felt like relaxing at the Avengers compound after a mission. Parking is super easy. It was such a breeze we didn't even need to use Pym particles to shrink our car to fit into a spot. Five out of five stars

If I could give zero stars, I would. Terrible experience - Food and safety issue here - serving…read morefood at room temperature is a breeding ground for bacteria and someone will get sick. I ordered the chimichurri steak with Brussels sprouts and macaroni and cheese, and the experience was disappointing from start to finish. The first plate came out with cold sides, so I sent it back. The replacement was still barely lukewarm, and neither plate even had the chimichurri sauce that was supposed to come with the steak. The manager admitted they were having trouble keeping the food warm and offered a refund. Looking back, I wish I had just taken it and left. The meal was completely inedible and a waste of $27. I ended up taking the steak home for my dog and leaving the sides untouched. I went to Mendocino Farms instead, where I finally had an enjoyable lunch. I won't be returning. What a waste of money!!

Hands down best salad I've had in SD! The harvest Cobb plus roasted tofu really hit the spot…read more Why aren't there more salad shops in north county? Mary's gave me nostalgia for my west LA days, where $20+ salads were hearty, complex, and worth it. Service was fast and friendly. The dressing was amazing, though next time I'd ask them to go a lil less heavy. Mary's was excellent and I wish I grabbed two more salads to stock my fridge! I'll have to make the trip down to La Jolla again soon.

An OK salad store, aw I was expecting the salads to blow me away because this place is almost rated…read more5 stars! I ordered the large Summer Breeze with dressing on the side. For a large you'd definitely get full. The dressing consistency wasn't totally free-flowing liquid, it was a bit gelatinous but maybe bc of the ingredients! Still tasted good. I found myself wishing the salad was tossed more thoroughly so ingredients were more evenly distributed. Wish there was an additional ingredient in this salad that would make it pop, because the strawberries inside were still as mellow as the other things inside. I love salad but this just didn't blow me away. The service is quick and kind! One con is that there's a lot of flies when we sat outside, and also right next to the entrance inside... Free street parking (2 hours) is available though you gotta spend some time finding it. No bathroom.

If you're looking for a healthy, all-fresh casual/to-go type of spot, Sweetgreen is it!…read more So far, I've tried the Tomato Panzanella Salad (summer menu with tomatoes, arugula, basil, cucumbers, picked onions, garlic breadcrumbs, feta, romaine), Crispy Rice Bowl (chicken, carrots, cabbage, cucumbers, cilantro, almonds, crispy & wild rice, arugula, spicy cashew dressing), and the Chicken Jalapeño Ranch Wrap (blackened chicken, rice, cheese, cabbage, jalapeño ranch + olive oil tortilla). Flavor, price point, freshness, and portion are all there. There are also so many sauces to choose from and the ability to customize all bowls, wraps, and salads to how you want. 10/10!!!

I got the chicken pesto parm, and I will say it is pretty pricey for a salad. But the portion size…read morewas actually pretty big, and I really enjoyed it because it felt healthy and was yummy! The chicken was really soft which I loved because no one likes dry chicken. And I usually don't even like cherry tomatoes but the ones in this salad were amazing. They also gave me free sourdough!! Interior was very spacious and had ample seating.

Counter help was friendly and helpful and the place is…read moreclean and easy to order Delicious sandwiches and lots of bread options

Good service, fresh bread, and the Rich Boy was a solid sandwich. Would recommend coming back!read more

What a cute little cafe!! A buddy informed me about a korean egg sandwich cafe and I had to come…read moreby! Tucked away in the back next to Leucadia Pizza in UTC at the end of Lebon where the Vons is... plenty if parking, next to Tesla chargers, and easy to find. Quick order process on the screen and plenty of places to sit and get some work done w free wifi. I love the korean music and TV featuring yummy korean eats.. and girls working there in the morning are so nice. Took sandwiches to go... and these are HUGE!!! Bigger than the ones I've seen from korea!! Got the bacon sandwich and its like 5 eggs thick with tons of yummy bacon.. slaw.. a slightly sweet sauce (koreans love sweet sauces)... and just so delicious. I was a little hesitant for the cost at first.. but the size definitely makes it worth. Easy to split with a buddy. My friend got sausage.. another hashbrown... and they also enjoyed their sandwiches! Also got the tiramisu coffee which was just right paired w the sandwich. Just the right amount of sweet and lovely chocolate flavor w coffee. Definitely recommend. Will definitely be back. Go get your breakfast fix and support them!! Such a lovely find!!

We're so glad we came here for breakfast & lunch!! The place is clean with plenty of seating, and…read morethe service process was great in that you can order onscreen on a menu with photo options. There's also combo options to add coffee which was a nice addition. We had the sausage & egg and the chicken and egg sandwich. I definitely recommend the sandwich, the toppings add a lot of flavor.

Review could have been a 3, but this placed saved us on a Friday night…read more We stayed at the hotel and we went out during rush hour and could not find parking or short wait list anywhere else. Ended up giving the hotel restaurant a chance despite the 3.5 rating. Was very pleased with our experience! Our food was pretty good Salmon was an amazing recommendation The braised short rib was a little disappointing. Flavor did not penetrate the meat so it felt bland. The wine sauce was very subtle. But the mash potatoes were good. The Ahi Tuna tostadas definitely had really good flavor! The cheesecake was good paired with a cup of Americano. The price did feel on the high side for the portion size and quality, but I think we're really just paying for the convenience. Wasn't very busy, service was attentive. We sat outdoor and the heat lamps were working effectively. Outdoor seating options are pretty casual and comfortable.

Drift totally surprised me, in the best way. Came in not really knowing what to expect from the…read moremenu, but it turned out to be a genuinely great experience from start to finish. The staff was super friendly, welcoming and impressively quick. We ordered the Pretzel Sticks, Tuna Tostadas, and the Arepa, and every single dish delivered. I'm not exaggerating when I say the flavors were outstanding - everything tasted fresh, well-balanced, and really well curated for a hotel restaurant. This is the kind of place you don't expect to be good but it surprises you in the best way possible. Would come back here in a heartbeat.

Generous and healthy portion of vegetables with battered chicken breast were delicious. Could use a…read morebit less batter, though. Short rib dish was very good! Place was clean and service was cordial. Would come back for before or after shopping.

cold potatoes , hard to chew- very dry salmon, but roasted veggies were pretty good and fresh. This…read moreplace used to be pretty good... Dirty tables This visit is also not during a rush, afternoon around 3pm