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    Hoffer's Cigar Bar

    4.4 (217 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    HOFFER'S CIGAR BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Maui Coconut Porter.
    Vince K.

    Great little spot for a beer and cigar!! Good rotating selection on draft and tons of cigars to try at each visit. The service is on point! Shannon and Brandon have a vast knowledge of the beers and cigars. They're always up to chat and still learning. Great atmosphere and spot to watch SD soccer!!

    House Blond

    The long awaited remodel of Hoffers is now here - and the time away was WELL deserved. A gorgeous, comfortable, and spacious interior with an IMMENSE catalog of cigars, beers, and wines alike.

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    Dennis L.

    I'm so glad public square stepped in to reopen this hidden gem in LM! Great beer selection and cellar collection. Check out some of these mikeller beers from years ago that you won't be able to find anywhere now that they left. Service was great and the beer tenders are super knowledgeable. Ambiance hasn't changed much from 2020 much(that was a long time ago) but the beer and cigar selection speaks for itself.

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    Nice to hear, Wyndi! Hope to see you again, soon!

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    Ask the Community - Hoffer's Cigar Bar

    Is the Hoffers closed for good? Or have they reopened?

    They have just reopened under new ownership!

    Anyone know when this place will reopen?

    They are still working on it!

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    Review Highlights - Hoffer's Cigar Bar

    The atmosphere here is always friendly, the barkeeps are absolutely the best and the cigar selection is fantastic.

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    Antica Trattoria

    Antica Trattoria

    4.4
    (1.3k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    This place is a hidden gem. My Mom and I wanted to have Italian so we decided to try a new Italian…read moreplace that my daughter told me about called "Antica Trattoria!" Upon walking in, they have an authentic Italian decor with beautiful murals on the wall depicting Italy. They have paintings hung up all over the restaurant which add a beautiful touch. Our waiter, Levi was professional, personal, and friendly. The bus boy was efficient in cleaning the table before we ordered and bringing us water and fresh homemade bread they make daily here. I decided to order the gnocchi which was rich and delicious. I could not eat it all because the portion was ample so I was able to bring the rest home. My Mom ordered shrimp linguine which she said was perfecto. She was able to finish all of hers. We throughly enjoyed our food and service . It was the best!

    Antica Trattoria serves acceptable pasta, but not much else stands out…read more They were not very busy, so a reservation was not necessary. Our server was kind, though we did not receive as much attention as some of the other tables. Bread is not complimentary, and one of my party members accidentally agreed to it when asked. I did appreciate that salads could be split and were finished with freshly cracked pepper, though I wish there had been more engagement from the staff beyond adding pepper and Parmesan. *Homemade Bread: served with what was described as herb infused olive oil and balsamic vinegar. The bread itself was airy but fairly bland. I could not really detect any herb flavor in the oil, and the portion of oil and vinegar felt a bit small for the amount of bread. *Insalata Venere: featured poached pears, goat cheese, and caramelized walnuts. The greens were well dressed in a bright, acidic vinaigrette. The pears were the highlight, offering a warm sweetness that paired nicely with the creamy goat cheese. The walnuts, however, had an off texture and could have benefited from better caramelization. *Penne: adding protein felt pricey, with chicken costing an extra $8. The chicken was chopped quite small, and I would have preferred larger pieces. The sauce itself was flavorful and well developed, but the pasta was cooked past al dente. *Capellini: nicely paired with mushrooms and shrimp, though the toppings carried the dish more than the pasta or sauce. The sauce was quite muted and tasted like a simple tomato base without much seafood depth. The shrimp and pasta were slightly overcooked. Overall, it is a decent option for Italian food, but nothing particularly memorable. While the portions are generous, the flavors did not quite match the price point, and I would have preferred more depth and execution across the dishes.

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    Nice spot to watch the Chefs.
    Nice spot to watch the Chefs.
    This homemade gnocch with short ribs iwas to die for
    This homemade gnocch with short ribs iwas to die for
    Sangria and dirty Martini

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    KNB Bistro

    KNB Bistro

    3.8
    (733 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Simply delish. We…read moreused to KnB a many years ago... where have we been!? This is one of those night... everything was firing on all cylinders. Our tequila expert, Bruce was very efficient and so nice. He helped us with our order. fair warning... don't get the elote, because if you do, it's game over! Our main was the mustard greens and the salmon special. The salmon was prepared perfectly and delicate, the salad super flavorful. Where can you go for dinner have a bottle of wine and keep the bill near $100. I've added it to the circle of trust and will be back next week.

    I often find myself looking for places in or near La Mesa to enjoy a good happy hour with friends…read moreand colleagues. I came across KNB on Yelp when trying to find something I hadn't been to yet. KNB Bistro is in a small strip mall next the Windmill Farms market in San Carlos, just off College Avenue. Unknown to me until my arrival, KNB stands for Keg N Bottle, for the bottle shop attached to the bistro. I met up with a friend on a Monday evening right after work. I had noted a happy hour menu online. When I arrived, I checked in at the front and chose an outdoor table. I will say that it was pleasant with the heating, and despite being in a strip mall with a parking lot in front of us, it was actually a nice place to hang out. We spoke to our server about the happy hour menu. Actually the red white wines that were on special by the glass were wines that I enjoy. However, as they were offering a "no corkage special", we decided to walk through the bottle shop and choose a bottle to share. The bottle shop was really impressive and can easily rival some of the large chain liquor stores in the area. After a long time walking around, we chose a lovely Italian Red Blend. However, had they not had the "no corkage special", we would not have had that experience, as I simply would never pay an extra $10 for the bottle. For food, we shared the mushroom flatbread. I chose the happy hour cauliflower bites and my friend chose the happy hour Brussels sprouts. The flatbread was delicious, but I think it could have used more mushrooms. I enjoyed the flavor of the cauliflower bites, but I wished that they had been less battered. I really would give 3.5 stars as the food was good, but not great. However, I chose four stars as I enjoyed my overall experience and would definitely go back. It is a decent happy hour and I believe that it is really a good deal. There were a couple of salads on the menu that sounded really good and I would like to try one of those next time.

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    Patio entrance
    Patio entrance
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    BBQ Chicken Flatbread
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    Nonno's Ristorante Italiano

    Nonno's Ristorante Italiano

    4.5
    (624 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    Nonno's is hands down my favorite restaurant in San Diego. I've been going here for the last 8+…read moreyears. I moved to NorCal, but whenever I'm in SD, I have to get Nonno's. It is a hole in the wall, run by Lisa and Gerardo. They truly make everyone feel like family and provide 10/10 service. It's the perfect ambiance for a date night, graduation lunch, engagement dinner, you name it. We went there recently for my sister's engagement dinner. She was running late, but Lisa and Gerardo stayed open past closing for us. The complimentary bread service is delicious. Dip this in the Spicy Roma Shrimp pasta sauce. You can thank me later. Everything on the menu is great, but these are some of my personal favorites. Appetizers: -Bruschetta -Cheesy Garlic Bread -Stuffed Mushrooms Entrees: -Steak Sinatra (the mushroom sauce is so good) -Spicy Roma Shrimp (I literally dream about this dish) Dessert: -Limoncello cake. It's so light and delicious. We originally ordered 1 for the table, and then ended up getting 3 more because it was THAT GOOD.

    Nonno's is such a hidden gem tucked away in a strip mall. We stumbled upon it while in the area,…read moreand it turned out to be such a great find. It truly feels like a mom-and-pop spot with a very authentic, homey Italian vibe. The pizza is so good, and there are plenty of options on the menu to choose from. Everything we've tried has been delicious. Our server was incredibly kind and sweet, which made the experience even better. After our first visit, we liked it so much that we brought friends back to celebrate birthdays, and it's always been a great experience. The space is cozy with a limited number of tables, which adds to that intimate, family-style feel. We often see families and groups celebrating there, which makes it feel really warm and welcoming. There's plenty of parking since it's in a strip mall, which makes it easy to visit. Overall, such a lovely, homey spot with great food and a welcoming atmosphere.

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    Soggy pizza saggy box
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    Rigatoni Bolognese
    Nonno's Ristorante Italiano

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    Scrimshaw Coffee

    Scrimshaw Coffee

    4.5
    (388 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    Scrimshaw is a great option for quality coffee and food for those of us who start our days late…read more I love this place for their quality beverages, their fresh food variety, the kind staff, and the fact I've always found an open table. My boyfriend always gets drip and a pastrami sandwich that looked so good I broke my vegetarian streak just for a bite. I've had their blueberry malt latte and their white tea beverage as well as both their veggie bagel and veg bowl. Everything has been so tasty and the vibes are always welcoming. The cafe itself is really cute and i'm a big fan.

    It's been over 8 years since I've last came to Scrimshaw Coffee & Wow! It seems like they extended…read morethe menu as well-- as they have lots more food options & from what it looks like natural wine and beer too...which is interesting for a coffee shop. They are connected with the business (Love Letters Pizza) next door with an arched wall. The interior has changed, they now have new seating and they painted the walls different color. The tables are a little wonky, but I appreciate the fake marble top they got on it. It looks classy from a far with the interior lighting. I sadly missed their May Special, Blueberry Malt Latte! I love anything malt, so sad it is already gone (it's June now lol). They dropped their summer specials on their Instagram and the first one looked incredible. This was their version of an Aussie classic, they call it "Mont Blanc." It consisted of cold brew with orange syrup, topped with a vanilla-orange cold foam, finished with grated orange zest and nutmeg. I would never order this again, personally. I usually love vanilla orange in my coffee/espresso drinks, however this one really missed the mark for me. The orange tasted too forward and slightly bitter. Even the first sip from the lid, I knew I wouldn't be able to drink this down (I don't like wasting drinks or money). I offered it to my mom, who usually enjoys this sort of flavor profile as well, and it was a huge miss. She couldn't drink it either (nor could my brother who also ordered the same one as me). Within 10 min of driving with it, it had separated and looked very unappealing. Next time, I would maybe request their tangerine cold foam on a regular iced latte. I finally love citrus with my drinks-- maybe this one would be more up my alley. Or wait another month for different specials. Since it's been a while, I would love to come in the day time-- we came around 5:33 pm ! They close at 6pm which is pretty cool since most coffee shops close at 2-3 pm. The workers were very kind and welcoming despite us coming near closing time & the music was very nice. They have a handful of interior seating and outside seating as well! Despite the one drink being terrible, I wouldn't write them off for that -- they have a large menu and lots more for us to try! Come swing by!

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    Latte by the Window
    Latte by the Window
    Hot Chocolate by the Window
    Hot Chocolate by the Window
    Latte with a View

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