Casual eateries in San Diego (1 of 2)…read more I knew of the The Habit, but I had never been to one. This one is in La Mesa, not far from SDSU and before El Cajon. The first one I've ever seen was on Sunrise Blvd. in the Citrus Heights / Fair Oaks area east of Sacramento and it hummed with customers, with the scent of grilled meat sometimes wafting through the air if you should be that lucky. Los Angeles may have them, too, but I've never seen one. The Habit, specifically this one in La Mesa, serves up hearty sandwiches that are robust and tasty. While 2 burgers on sesame seed buns were ordered by friends and deemed to be good, I went with the Chicken Club, which is presented on sandwich bread and, if it was offered, I would have gone with sourdough. My sandwich was definitely very tasty and filling. If not going to the top of list in terms of doubling up patties and excessively decking out the sandwich, most of their burgers and sandwiches come in somewhere between 500 and 1,000 calories. (When The Outback's Blooming Onion comes in at over 2,000 calories, you will easily find comparatively more sensible options at The Habit.) The service was fine - arms length, but polite. I will say that the store, and we took the ordered food to go, was very nice and clean. It's in a nice neighborhood east of San Diego and SDSU and there is an amply sized parking lot. The prices were in the ball park for its quality and for being in a suburban California location. There aren't many things on the menu that interested me since I don't eat much ground beef anymore, preferring chicken and fish. However, I'd happily return to this location and might be open to trying others in The Habit portfolio. I'm going to go with 4 stars.

This is a chain which I enjoyed in Los Angeles. So my standards are high when it comes to…read morecomparison. I enjoyed my former local location. This location did not meet those expectations. First of all, it was very hot inside so already you're a little uncomfortable. Staff was ok but you can tell, it's just a job. We got our burgers and fries to go. I was excited that it was still warm when we got home. Mom and dad felt thei char burgers were ok. For me however I found my lettuce wrap double char with cheese to be undercooked and greasy. I wound up putting it on bread. The Mayo was not a good brand - I tried to get rid of it. Fries were warm yet limp. Having said all that, prices are reasonable, especially in this economy. Because my parents felt their meal was ok I didn't give this a 1 star. I hope a bit more TLC from corporate can be given to this location as it is in a good spot.

(4.5/5) Tried Epic…read moreWings recently and honestly, it's one of the better wing spots I've been to in a while I ordered the classic buffalo wings with fries, and everything came out hot and fresh, which already puts them ahead of a lot of places. The wings were a really good size--not tiny--and cooked just right. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. The buffalo sauce had a nice kick to it without being overwhelming, so you can actually enjoy the flavor instead of just burning your mouth off. The fries were also solid--crispy, well-seasoned, and not greasy. You can tell they actually care about how their food comes out, not just throwing stuff together. I also tried their ranch, and it was really good (definitely needed more though, they don't give a ton ). The service was quick and smooth. Staff seemed chill and didn't take long to get the order out, even though it was a bit busy when I went. The place itself had a relaxed, casual vibe--good for just hanging out or grabbing food with friends. Only reason I'm not giving a full 5 stars is because I wish the portion of sides/sauces was a little bigger, especially for the price. But overall, the quality of the food definitely makes up for it. If you're looking for a reliable wing spot with good flavor and consistent quality, Epic Wings is 100% worth checking out. I'll definitely be coming ba

Gotta give it to the workers here, they put up with lots stuff here! They are nonstop goingread more

This place is now called Golden Dragon. Had the 5 piece wings, chipotle flavor. Came with fries,…read morecarrots and celery. Wings came slathered with more sauce than I prefer- I prefer a dry flavor but didn't see it. Wings were good, fries were a bit oversalted but that happens just about everywhere I order fries. Fries were hot and crunchy on the outside, just the right fluffy on the inside. Carrots and celery were cold and crisp, I can't stand soggy. Woman behind the counter was quite friendly, helpful, and attentive. Display menu was bright, colorful, and not overcrowded. There are colorful pictures of their Chinese entrees posted on what used to be the buffet station which I thought was a nice touch. All in all, thumbs up. I'll be back to try their entrees. BTW while I wrote this review I mowed down the rest of the fries!

They changed the place , they have Chinese food now, which is probably good . But they do still…read moreserve buffalo fries and I think they should stop because they're not good. Chicken dry , fries aren't cooked all the way. The sauce isn't even covering the chicken . This was the spot now it's not, should've walked out when I seen it had changed tbh. I won't be going back for Buffalo fries. The service was cool . I might try the Chinese food but it's pricey so idk . Definitely was a waste of money .

chicken in San Diego, look no further than Captain Sam's Fish and Chicken on Troy Ave! This place…read moreis an absolute gem, and I can't recommend it enough. The variety of flavors they offer is incredible--whether you're craving something classic or something with a little extra kick, they've got you covered. The fish is always fresh, perfectly seasoned, and fried to golden perfection. Every bite is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. And the chicken? Oh my goodness, it's some of the juiciest, most flavorful chicken I've ever had. What really sets Captain Sam's apart is the quality and care they put into every dish. You can taste the freshness in every bite, and it's clear they use top-notch ingredients. The portions are generous, and the prices are totally reasonable for the quality you're getting. The staff is super friendly and always makes you feel welcome, which just adds to the overall great experience. Whether you're dining in or grabbing takeout, Captain Sam's never disappoints. If you haven't tried this place yet, do yourself a favor and stop by. You won't regret it! Captain Sam's Fish and Chicken is a must-visit spot in San Diego.

When people give you honest criticism about your service, accept it. Don't be rude. I've been to…read moreall of the Captain Sam's and this is the first time that the service ever turned me off so much. I was standing there and dude acted like he didn't see me. I get it that you have orders to take but a quick nod is all that is needed to show that you recognize a customer's presence. Then when you finally said something after I decided to just shop at the market, you were disrespectful. You asked if I wanted anything after probably five minutes of acting like I wasn't there. I told you yes but told you I felt ignoring patrons was rude. You shucked it off. That's not how you treat customers. I will it give this Captain Sam's my service.

First time trying bb.q chicken and I thought the food tasted great! We tried several different…read morethings including the chicken wings, boneless chicken, cheese corn, bulgogi rice and fries. The service was so-so and the atmosphere isn't the greatest, but the food made up for the other shortcomings.

Let me begin by saying the food is good and that's what keep me going at least once a month. The…read moreservice is so-so but again, I come for the food and I typically leave happy. Today though... ugh. I didn't realize dining tonight meant I had eat strategically. 1st- it was hot & humid inside the restaurant; they opened both doors to let the elements in. I asked to keep a menu so I could fan myself. Yes, it was that hot. It was cooler outside than inside! 2. Remember the "elements" I mentioned? While having dinner, I was using the menu to fan myself AND STOP THE FLIES EATING OUR FOOD! and the mosquitoes were biting out as well. As I was sitting, I was swinging my legs to stop mosquitoes from biting my legs and my arms. My BF left the table to get away from being bit Needless to say we packed our food less than 10 minutes after we began eating. Now we're are eating the rest of our dinner comfortably at home. Next time I'll be prepared to dine-in. 1. Neck fan 2. Leggings and 3. Fly swatter. 4. Take-out

Food, Service, Ambience 100% on point. They are so friendly…read moreat this location and the food so tasty

Exceeded expectations. I think sometimes i Ignore restaurants in malls next to movie theaters…read more Wow, this was tasty. We tried the following: chicken fried steak sandy-cooked perfectly w just enough gravy sausage sandy- delish and the bread so soft. fried okra -yum mac and cheese. -yum fries yum I had a sculpin so all is right w the world. Lots of sports on and it has a nice family vibe. We had our nephews who are picky eaters and it was a success. I especially like the warm bbq sauce.

I always get the half bbq, half chicken katsu plate and it has always come with katsu sauce, but…read morenow I'm being told it doesn't!?! Help me make sense of how you are not providing KATSU sauce for the chicken KATSU! If you eat chicken katsu then you know the key part is the sauce. I understand inflation is hurting everyone but to up the prices to over $22....I expect my katsu sauce to be included, as it should be.

Today was a surprise I came in with greeted with smiles and joy from everybody around. It's a kind…read moreof a cold weird day, but that didn't affect them at all everybody in there Hawaiian style. I tell you what if you don't go to this place and check this out you have no idea what you're missing.

I keep coming here for the meatball subs! They are so good. The staff is friendly. No other…read moremeatball sub has compared thus far.

Best sandwiches ever! Even the 4 Grandkids loved.their sandwiches. Would come back again.read more