Location: La Mesa
Top Restaurants in La Mesa
Top 10 Mexican food in La Mesa, California, United States
Discover Restaurants offering the best Mexican food in La Mesa, California, United States. La Mesa is a city in Southern California, located 9 miles (14 km) east of Downtown San Diego in San Diego County. The population was 57,065 at the 2010 census, up from 54,749 at the 2000 census. Its civic motto is "the Jewel of the Hills."
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10. Patty's Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By David L
This place is a regular lunch stop for me. The food is cooked to order. Over the years the ownership has changed and with those changes the ethnic focus also changed. But not completely-- there are still Mediterranean and Cal-Mex dishes on the menu from earlier incarnations. I've only had good food here.
9. Albert's Fresh Mexican Food
Reviewed By lynzzz15
this is a hole in the wall, but offers inexpensive good mexican good....it is just fastfood tables, but friendly staff--the place is crowded but there is outdoor seating...
8. Carnitas Uruapan Mexican Food
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By 1LoveSunsets1
If you love tacos Al Pastor like I do, you won't be disappointed by coming here! In the evenings on the weekend, Carnitas Uruapan cooks the Al Pastor fresh on the "spit" and charges just .99 cents per taco!!! Can't beat it!!!
7. El Torito Mexican Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By Cheri W
We enjoyed the variety of food at this Sunday Brunch Buffet: chicken taquitos, and sea food cevish. We especially liked the taco, burrito and quesadilla bar where you could have chicken, pork or beef added along with vegetables to these dishes. Unlimited glasses of champagne were served while you ate.There was so much food we couldn't sample everything. There was also tortilla soup, fresh fruit and desserts. We both loved the Bananas Foster served with vanilla custard, ice cream, and whipped cream. Parking wasn't a problem.
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6. Marieta's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 48 reviews
We are proud to serve our customers with the same authentic family recipes that have been local favorites for years. Our Mexican restaurant is more than just a bar and grill to grab dinner at. We provide a fun and laid back environment that makes us the p
Reviewed By TJ F
I have been eating at Marieta's in La Mesa once a week for many years now. Their food is exceptional and their prices are very reasonable. It's a great place to meet friends for dinner or for a special occasion. They can also accommodate large parties in a private room. They have great margaritas and have a full bar.
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5. Mario's De La Mesa Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By DarylJ552
Mario's is situated in an old house near downtown La Mesa, California. There are 3 small dining rooms and an outdoor patio. They do have a small parking lot in back but if that is full the street parking places in the area are usually all taken. The tables and booths are very close together and the day I was there for lunch on a Saturday almost all of them were occupied. The female servers were all very pleasant and they were dressed in Mexican attire. The menu has the usual Mexican Entrees and they have beer and wine. I had the homemade chile rellano with rice and beans. It wasn't that good since the cheese wasn't melted and the chile was hard to cut even with a knife. If I ever go back I will order something else.
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4. Ranas Mexico City Cuisine
Overall Ratings
4 based on 77 reviews
Here at Ranas we offer authentic Mexico City dishes and dishes from the central region of Mexico. We are family owned and operated since 2004.
Reviewed By hambaker
Sometimes finding a neighborhood restaurant with savory dishes, excellent choices, and great prices that has polite, professional and helpful servers can be seen as a blessing. At Ranas you have all of this in addition to a very clean, safe and friendly environment that is well managed and out performs most other restaurants for a really good and filling breakfast. As well as many mores breakfast's, I intend to enjoy lunch and dinner there for years to come. When you are lucky enough to find a perfect spot that brings you great pleasure, enjoy it as often as you can because memories are just not nourishing enough should opportunities to visit ever end.
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3. The Lunch Box Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 27 reviews
We serve fresh food in a clean, friendly enviroment! Great omelettes, pancakes, french toast & breakfast sandwiches. Or join us for lunch and have one of our homemade soups and a fresh salad! Plus an assortment of sandwiches, wraps and more. All with quic
Reviewed By mark o
this place has an unassuming location and storefront presence, but the food is fantastic. highlights are certainly the handmade (to order) sandwiches. i'm a fan of their tuna on sourdough.
2. La Torta Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By Deirdre R
On a Saturday evening when I want to stay home and watch movies but I want good food this is my go to. The portions are excellent. I will often get lunch and dinner from one order. And they have something for everyone.
1. Casa De Pico
Overall Ratings
4 based on 337 reviews
At Casa de Pico in La Mesa, guests can enjoy outdoor patio dining year-round, surrounded by trees, colorful flowers and splashing fountains. Rounding out the Mexican dining experience are the strolling mariachis and famous award-winning giant margaritas.
Reviewed By zepned44
We met our local friends who highly recommended this restaurant to satisfy our craving for good Mexican food and it lived up to our high expectations. We had to wait for about 20 minutes to be seated for dinner but once we were in, we had great service. Our orders were brought out very quickly and all the food tasted so much better than any Mexican restaurant on the east coast. The margaritas were some of the largest sizes we had ever seen and the food proportions were also on the large side. I don't think anyone in our party were able to finish their plates and we gave all our leftovers to our local friends. I look forward to visiting this place again on our next visit.
