Best Organic Food Restaurants in La Mesa

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East CountySan Diego

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Banker's HillBarrio LoganChula Vista / BonitaCollege AreaCoronadoDowntown

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1. Farmer's Table - La Mesa

4.4

Awesome(2048)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • La Mesa

Booked 21 times today

Excited to announce that we officially have four locations open in San Diego including Bay Park, Little Italy, La Mesa, and Chula Vista. As a family run operation we believe every good neighborhood deserves an eatery where locals and visitors can enjoy “honest food done right”. Here at Farmers Table, we specialize in farm-to-fork cuisine that focuses on bringing locally sourced organic ingredients together to be savored in an inviting family-friendly atmosphere, where adults and children can enjoy many different food options that are just right for them. If you are looking for a magical brunch this week, come stop by for an unforgettable night.

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2. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(412)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • La Mesa

Booked 28 times today

Here at Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill we are committed to providing our customers with an excellent dining experience. Each dish on our menu is prepared using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill is unique with its classic Japanese design, fused with a modern bistro look combined with earth tones and lighting to create a visual atmosphere one can't forget!

3. Bleu Boheme

4.6

Exceptional(3627)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Kensington

Booked 18 times today

"World travel and its pleasures; items brought back from different places for décors; great stories shared with others; and very importantly, simple, yet delicious recipes from different cultures. Our mission is humble. It is simply for people coming to our restaurant to be transported around the world, and to travel with us for an evening, to a place of well-being and happiness."Bleu Bohème is designed to create a feeling of France's past generations. It mixes the Bohemian and artistic free spirited left bank of Paris with the roots and tradition of the rural areas. Bleu Bohème is a neighborhood restaurant that serves accessible, affordable and comforting French cuisine.

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4. Lemon Grove Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(105)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lemon Grove

Booked 3 times today

In addition to offering comforting American favorites, our menu provides a selection of flavors inspired by our chef’s culinary experiences, ranging from classic Spanish fare to Italian favorites. Our menu changes seasonally to feature the freshest ingredients and provide an exciting dining experience throughout the year.The Lemon Grove Bistro is in a historic mission-style building in the heart of Lemon Grove. Since 1912, it’s been a place where locals meet and build connections, whether they were picking up their mail at the Sonka General Store in 1944 or ordering custom cakes at the Grove Pastry Shop in 2012. Come for the food. Stay to experience the inviting ambiance of the historic building and its new garden. Let’s build community--together.

5. Zest Wine Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(61)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Lemon Grove

Welcome to Zest, your new neighborhood wine bar nestled in Lemon Grove. Come gather for unique wine, tasteful small plates and not-to-miss events!Zest Wine Bistro’s intimate and cozy interior is the perfect place for evening noshing and sipping. You’ll find a small menu featuring elaborate charcuterie boards, small plates and sweets. Our wine menu highlights premium wines not typically found by the glass, as well as lesser known labels from all over the world. An eclectic beer list showcases global markets, as well as local craft brews.

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6. Woodstock's Pizza - San Diego

4.4

Awesome(14)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • College Area

Legendary taste meets the party scene at Woodstock’s Pizza near SDSU. Woodstock's offers a fast casual dining experience with counter ordering and delivery to your table.Bring your friends for award-winning pies, sides and suds. Your choices are endlessly customizable; we have options for most dietary restrictions, including gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and lactose-intolerant. Try our signature wheat crust and exclusive extra zesty sauce, and watch us load on the freshest, highest-quality toppings.Woodstock's has 18 taps serving some of the most innovative craft beers, along with a selection of bottled beers and wines. We specialize in groups of all sizes, with flexible seating and a pet-friendly heated patio. Join the fun at our weekly Trivia and Pint Nights. We're open from lunch to late night, and we deliver throughout San Diego.

7. Animae

4.7

Exceptional(3443)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 65 times today

Located just steps from the waterfront, ANIMAE is where West Coast flair meets Asian soul. Under the direction of Executive Chef Tara Monsod, a James Beard Award finalist, the menu delivers bold, genre-defying dishes like her signature Pork Tomahawk Tocino—a smoky, sweet, deeply umami showstopper grilled over a traditional coal-fired oven.Inside, ANIMAE stuns with a maximalist-meets-modern aesthetic: think art deco glam, velvet banquettes, mirrored ceilings, and an energy that’s both sultry and celebratory. Whether you're dining in the main room or sipping cocktails in the tucked-away lounge, every corner invites you to stay awhile.

8. Herb & Wood

4.7

Exceptional(6662)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 96 times today

A timeless, sought-after dining escape, celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey opened Herb & Wood to instant acclaim over four years ago. In that time, the restaurant has become an icon, a dining destination that has helped to propel San Diego's culinary reputation to new heights. By focusing on rustic, wood-fired dishes, Chef Malarkey's menu elevates humble ingredients such as carrots, beets, and chicken, incorporating Mediterranean flavors and a California ethos of seasonality and sustainability.

9. Cowboy Star

4.8

Exceptional(4904)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 44 times today

Located in the heart of the East Village neighborhood of San Diego, Cowboy Star is dedicated to providing an unmatched attention to detail and a level of service that immediately sets us apart. Cowboy Star guests are the number one priority and guest satisfaction is the base upon which our entire concept is built. Our level of service is only matched by our celebration of regional American heirloom recipes offered with genuine neighborly hospitality. We are committed to supporting local and regional farmers, fishers and producers by cooking food that recaptures the simple and pure tastes found in locally grown, natural and organic ingredients. We strive to raise awareness of a more sustainable food future, while helping to restore a sense of community that brings us back to a more homegrown time.The Cowboy Star Menu features the finest in select natural products including Niman Ranch all natural beef from the nation's leading Certified Humane Angus herd.

10. Botanica

4.6

Exceptional(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • North Park

Booked 10 times today

Botanica is a craft cocktail bar offering an exquisite selection of unique cocktails inspired by classic paintings. Our sexy and inviting space is perfect for enjoying artfully crafted drinks paired with delectable small bites. Step into our lounge and experience a fusion of artistic elegance and sophisticated flavors.

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Ellen
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Carli and Trevor our servers were great. Food was delicious. Dessert was Brown Butter Cake with Caramel and Vanilla Gelato. To die for. Will definitely be back. Thank you.
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Lemon Grove BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Lemon Grove
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4.7
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Theresa
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Outstanding dinner. The food was amazing and our server was so nice and helpful and attentive.
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Bleu BohemePrice: Expensive• French• Kensington
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4.6
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Jessica
San Diego •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Went with my mom for the Easter dinner. It was spectacular. The service was excellent. The Easter dinner menu was great. The food was outstanding. I was really happy with Easter dinner.
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Farmer's Table - La MesaPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• La Mesa
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4.4
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Kimberly
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
One of our favorite places for sushi! Just wish it was more affordable. We would go more often!! We enjoyed the Aburi roll the most. The fish ceviche bowl was not as good as we had hoped.
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Banbu Sushi Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• La Mesa
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4.6
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EstrellaVIP
San Diego •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 29, 2025
First time dining at this place. Nice, quiet and quaint place in Lemon Grove! Inside has limited seating but the patio is perfect for spring and summer for wine and charcuterie nights. Food was amazing! We had the steak, lamb chops and chicken Parmesan. For wine try Quest Cabernet. We were served by the owner himself and very knowledgeable when it comes to wine! We will be back!
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Zest Wine BistroPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Lemon Grove
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4.8

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