Private parking lot, 2 gender-neutral restrooms and space available for large groups…read more We drove down to La Mesa just to check out this place and it was worth it. We ordered the 'That's My Boy' and 'Meet Meat' pizza plus their fries. Their deep dishes were light and crispy. I loved the sweet sauce, jalapeño and ricotta cheese combo on That's My Boy pizza. The Mastiff Fries had a wonderful crispy texture. They are like thinly sliced potato wedges. (Our order is without cilantro which normally comes with it) The staff was super friendly and the restaurant was clean. They did have two tv screens playing the sports channel and had a variety of draft beer options.

Such a hidden gem. I've come here a couple times and each time I remember why I love stopping by…read morefor food. The service is always friendly and the food always comes out pretty quick. My husband ordered the Smashburger and a side salad and I got the wings. The wings were perfectly crisp and cooked all the way through the flavor was definitely there. The vibe in there feels like locals vibes and it's good to escape the SD tourist. The pricing for the food is also great. Parking is in a lot in front of the restaurant or there is street parking. Def will be back.

I had the Cali BBQ team cater my small party last weekend. Steve was our caterer and was…read morefantastic! He arrived early, worked the serving details with my and ensured we had the best experience. The food was phenomenal! We order the 3-meat course with the beans, cheesy cornbread and peach cobbler. I received many compliments. The brisket and cobbler we the most popular. Soo good! I will gladly recommend Cali BBQ to all of my friends!

Outstanding customer service today from our server Victoria and manager Jason. From beginning to…read moreend we were greeted fast and friendly. Checked up on, food out very fast. Decor was chill and noise volume was low-medium. Overall 10/10. Food favs of today: brisket(one of the best I have had from a restaurant) it was tender, packed full of flavor and had the perfect balance of meat, fat, and rub. Cole slaw was great and I'm not a fan of Cole slaw usually! Rack of Ribs were good! Macaroni salad, potato salad were flavored well! Caesar salad was fresh and dressing tasty. My friend liked the jalapeño cornbread but it was too spicy for me. It had great flavor it's just personally my stomach would reject that spice. Next time I'll try the wedding beans and other food items. Bartender was friendly so I might come back just to hit up the bar area as well! It's a far drive of 20 mins for each of us but it's well worth it.

One of the best burgers I've had. Well seasoned meat, perfect size, delicious crispy fries and…read morereasonably priced. Don't miss out on this burger if you're in East County. We will definitely be back.

Hands down the best burger spot in East County! My husband and I come here at least once a week,…read moreand it just keeps getting better since they first opened. The burgers are always fresh (they grind their meat on-site) and flavorful, the fries and tots are crispy and delicious, and the milkshakes are a good sweet treat. Their breakfast sandwiches are also seriously underrated! One of the best parts is how friendly and welcoming the owners are! You can tell this is a true family-run business because the whole family works there and treats customers so well. The restaurant is always super clean and has a great atmosphere. Just a heads up, there are no bathrooms, but honestly the food and service more than make up for it. We're so happy to have this place in East County!

Came here for some drinks and they were on point. The espresso martini actually had fresh espresso…read moreand tasted amazing. We asked for a spicy margarita and they muddled the serrano peppers in the glass. 10 out of 10 drinks. We were helped by Charlie and Juan. Will definitely be coming back for the food!

A fair price for quality food. A varied menu as well…read more Pollo Casserole was a tad undercooked The Fig starter could have used some type of dressing. Our delightful waitress, Mikaela, was as good as they get, and a foody herself. However her wait help staffers, lagged with frequent droughts of water serving.

Ordered 2 meat plate with cornbread and Texas toast. The cornbread was nice my Texas toast came out…read moresmooshed but was still tasty. I got pulled pork and the smoked meatloaf. The pulled pork was delicious and the smoked meatloaf had just the right amount of smoke. For sides, I got the bacon, potato salad and the Street corn. I've had both of these sides before and they hit just right each time. I also ordered the bourbon pecan pie to go. This is the first time having the bourbon pecan pie. I did find some shelves in it, which were a little unpleasant, but at least I know that it's real pecans. It does have a strong bourbon flavor so it may not be the best for kids. To drink, I got the guava lemonade. I arrived with my pup and we sat outside. Everybody was super dog friendly. They brought a nice bowl of water for my guy. I ended up taking 2/3 of my meal home because the portions are big enough for two.

Had a great quiet July 4th lunch at this spot on the patio with our two dogs. The food is straight…read morefire--we had the meal for 2 as seen in the pic. Definitely try their homemade "thousand Big Mac Chic Filet" sauce on the side, it's way better than the original. They also have spicy and reg BBQ sauce on the table, and the burgers are legit. Our server Maki (pronounced like the fish) was amazing, but honestly, the whole staff is top tier. She checked on us at least 5 times, kept the beer coming, and stayed on top of soda refills. Could not ask for better service. Between the World Cup specials and using the cohen DRg app, I did the math and you save about 7% for every $100 you spend. Great value and great vibs. If you want a solo test drive, definitely check out their Thursday all day burger, fry, and beer combo special also fire.

Went here for breakfast on a Sunday. Fast service, friendly, service. Solid diner food and Mexican…read morefood. The pancakes are enormous and crispy at the edges; meaning the were flawless. The omelette was fresh, flavorful, and hit the spot. A tight fit, but the food tastes great and the prices are reasonable. definitely worth the visit

I love supporting local businesses and this one has been on my list to try . Unfortunately my…read moreexperience was not the same as others . Service was great but we were the only one in there . I ordered biscuits and gravy and it was overly salty . My husband ordered chorizo omelet and it lacked chorizo flavor more like a beef omelet. The price point was very high in my opinion more like prices you pay at a high end breakfast place when this location is a very old diner . Maybe we ordered the wrong thing but if I'm going to pay those prices I would expect better food .

Fun place but a bit small. Came on a night they were holding a magic the gathering event. They…read morestill had the space open to the public but it was a bit crowded and some of the games were blocked by the tables they set out. Being my first time there I was surprised how small it was. One side is mostly seating and an outdoor patio. The other side is where all the games are. A serve yourself drinks wall fills up most of the middle space. You get a game card which contains tokens that you can use for the games. I had fun playing the games. They have some traditional ones like pac man and pinball but some newer ones as well. Worth checking out.

Such a cool spot! Their self-serve beer station is one of my favorite things--you can try whatever…read moreyou want, pour a little, and switch it up until you find your favorite. The chocolate espresso one is SO good. It's a smaller place, but they did a great job designing it so it never feels crowded or cramped. The arcade games make it even more fun and give it a really playful vibe. It's perfect for a double date or a girls' night--especially sitting outside on their bar booth patio where you can relax and actually have good conversations. I've gone for both, and every time has been such a great experience. The staff is always super friendly too. Definitely a go-to spot!

u guys have amazing food but also comes with an amazing server nirvana! she is very good at what…read moreshe does and doesn't hesitate to get you what you need! very sweet and kind!

Came for drinks one day back in 2018. The drinks were good but it was the burger that brought me…read moreback. It's now 2026 and I keep coming back for the burger. It's my favorite. The great service is a bonus. Everyone is always in a great mood. It's now my go to spot to watch the Padres and SDFC. My wife highly recommends "Puff the Magic Dragon"