Date Night in La Mesa

Brew Coffee Spot

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

Limoncello Modern Italian

Murray Reservoir

Small boat rentals, fishing & many picnic areas, plus a walking & biking path along the reservoir.

Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar

Casual, clubby seafood chain serving up surf 'n' turf, oysters on the half shell, fish tacos & more.

Harry Griffen Park

Green space with jogging path, picnic & play areas & off-leash dog run, plus free summer concerts.

Lunch Box Cafe & Deli

Bustling, down-to-earth daytime eatery making classic American breakfast fare, sandwiches & salads.

Curbside Eatery & Drinkery

Riviera Supper Club and Turquoise Room

Lively spot to grill your own steak or order prepared entrees along with cocktails.

Anthony's Fish Grotto

Branch of an iconic seafood chain with daily catches in a vintage main room or on a lakeside patio.

La Mesita Park

Green space with play equipment, grassy areas, picnic sites, tennis courts, a path & a skate park.

The Hills Pub

Hip, casual watering hole with reclaimed-wood decor & a menu of burgers, tacos & elevated pub grub.

Charcoal House Restaurant & Bar

Jumbo surf 'n' turf venue with Mediterranean vibes & a big patio with lounge areas & hookah smoking.

Antica Trattoria

Shopping-center standby for refined renderings of Italian cuisine in a posh, mural-filled setting.

Pete's Place

Cocktails plus a laid-back ambiance are draws at this dimly lit brick-&-wood venue with pool & TVs.

Better Buzz Coffee La Mesa

Vista La Mesa Park

Centifonti's Bar & Restaurant

Comfy, all-day option for American & Italian eats, plus candies, gelato, draft beer & sports on TV.

Mt. Helix Park

High point offering views of San Diego, with a large amphitheater hosting plays, lectures & events.

Aztec Park

3.96-acre municipal park offering barbeque sites, as well as picnic areas & urban walking trails.