La Mesa
Antica Trattoria

Antica Trattoria

5654 Lake Murray BlvdCA 91942, La Mesa, United States

Wine • Drinks • Italian • Dessert


"Located in a strip mall with ample free parking, Antica Trattoria 's decor has a cozy, authentic Italian feel with different textures and al fresco style paintings on the walls. There is some limited outdoor seating looks like seating left over from Covid days in the parking lot). The music was a little loud and non fitting, but the atmosphere was vibrant. The food was good and portions were generous. I always judge a restaurant by its bread and this restaurant had excellent bread! Very fresh and doughy I could have eaten the whole basket! The freshly made generous portion of tiramisu for dessert was also excellent. $13, May 2023) Service was swift and committed a few 'faux pas ' in my book. First, they removed my plate before my dining partner was finished and then the waiter verbally announced the list of desserts as said dining partner was still finishing eating their entree. We could only remember half of the desserts a paper dessert menu would have been appreciated). About 2 seconds after dessert was delivered, the bill was placed on the table without asking if we wanted coffee or anything else. I understand we had a 90 minute window in which to dine as is common nowadays in the USA), but we were well within that window. We would have appreciated not feeling rushed, particularly since it was Mother 's Day, a special occasion. That and slightly high prices were why I took off a star."

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine

7953 University Ave, 91942, La Mesa, US, 91941, United States

Cafés • Sushi • Asiatic • Catering


"One of our favorite places to eat Thai food is a quaint little restaurant in La Mesa. We have experience flavorful food and excellent service. The place itself is rather cozy but the seating is comfortable. The restaurant is located in a small strip mall and parking can be quite a challenge at times. Its is nicely decorated and is a comfortable restaurant. The food itself is wonderful. We have tried most of the dishes but our favorites are the curry dishes. They are amongst the best we have tasted. I tend to go more for the Massaman Curry and my partner will go more for the Green Curry. Now there is one a Northern Thai Dish on their menu which is the Jungle Curry. Just recently we spoke to them and they informed us that will be serving another Popular Northern Thai Dish called Khao Soi which if made correctly, taste wonderful. I have had this dish at their friends restaurant Chaba Thai and it's great. There are not many thai restaurants that serve this dish. So I'm excited because it's a great dish. My favorite part about eating hear is the dessert they give you after every meal. The service here is exceptional and the staff are always friendly and never overbearing. They have always served us with a smile. The food comes out quickly as well. Overall we have always had a great experience here. With the friendly service and tasty food we always will ho dine there."