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Food - Brigantine La Mesa, La Mesa, CA

Brigantine La Mesa

4.8 (4495)
$30 and under
Seafood
9350 Fuerte Drive, La Mesa, CA 91941

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Brigantine La Mesa

4.8
$30 and under
Seafood
La Mesa

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
A San Diego tradition since 1969, the Brigantine has received many accolades in our 40+ year history: "BEST SEAFOOD", "BEST CASUAL SEAFOOD", "BEST HAPPY HOUR", and even "BEST SWORDFISH IN THE WORLD", according to USA Today - just to name a few.



Well-known for our signature Clam Chowder, Grilled Swordfish, and Crème Brûlée, the Brigantine is a favorite among locals for consistently fresh seafood, succulent steaks and grilled meats.



With an updated nautical decor, the busy Oyster bar is hands-down the local favorite. Lush flowering foliage outdoors creates an elegant dining experience on one of two charming patios.



The La Mesa Brigantine serves dinner 7 nights a week, lunch Monday-Saturday, and brunch every Sunday.



Join us for our signature Happy Hour.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00–14:00 Oyster Bar Mon–Thu 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:30 Sun 10:00–21:30 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:30–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Adalid Estrada
  • Private party facilities
    Private event areas are available for groups of 20-80 guests.Mt. Helix Room - 70 seatedPatio - 60 seated; 80 standingFood and beverage minimums apply for private space. Please contact our group sales representative for current menus and detailed information.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    La Mesa
  • Cross street
    Severin Drive
  • Parking Details
    Parking is available in upper & lower lots.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Brigantine La Mesa.

4.8

4.8
(4495)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Seafood

  • East County

    Best Overall

  • East County

    Best Food

  • East County

    Best Service

  • East County

    Best Ambience

  • East County

    Best Value

  • East County

    Great for brunch

  • East County

    Good for groups

  • East County

    Healthy

  • East County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • East County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East County

    Good for special occasions

  • East County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brigantine La Mesa offers an inviting atmosphere paired with "excellent service" and consistently "delicious food." Known for its seafood, the restaurant shines with dishes like "grilled mahi mahi fish tacos" and "lobster tacos." Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive staff," making it a top choice for special occasions and regular dining alike.
4,495 Reviews
  1. Yvonne

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy the service and food here. Such a great selection of starters and entrées, great value for the price. Will be back again!

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  2. Linda Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A neighborhood gem. Always a consistent good meal, excellent service, and wonderful ambiance. Good for business lunches, special occasions, or a nice lunch or brunch with friends. Seating outside is pleasant with outdoor heaters if needed. Inside seating is comfortable with choice of booths or tables, with good spacing too. I always recommend the Brigantine La Mesa.

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  3. matt Gold

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I love having date nights here, It was our first date. We were very happy to find out that one of our favorite servers from another restaurant is now here.

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  4. Kent Gold

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal at this establishment. Never disappointed.

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  5. Linda Gold

    San Diego23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great evening at Brig La Mesa. Diane was fabulous as our server and made our birthday celebration fantastic. The food was excellent as usual - grilled halibut was exceptional and the mud pie did not disappoint. Stuffed prawns were yummy as well. Brava!

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  6. John

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone was friendly and courteous. Our server, Dustin was very good! No, he was great. Food was delicious. Had the blacken salmon, very tasty.

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  7. Jim

    San Diego38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding special of Alaskan halibut for me. Outstanding lobster tacos for my wife. Wonderful and inexpensive mudpie dessert.

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  8. Peter

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere, I recommend going on a Sunday too a lot less busy and, much more quiet!

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  9. Kathy

    San Diego5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food took waaaay too long to get to us. Our waiter was very nice, but the kitchen needs to get it together and get the food out faster. For a Saturday night, the restaurant was not busy at all so there was no reason it should have taken as long as it did

    1 person found this helpful

  10. James

    New York City30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, everything was to its usual high standards.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00–14:00 Oyster Bar Mon–Thu 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:30 Sun 10:00–21:30 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:30–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Adalid Estrada
  • Private party facilities
    Private event areas are available for groups of 20-80 guests.Mt. Helix Room - 70 seatedPatio - 60 seated; 80 standingFood and beverage minimums apply for private space. Please contact our group sales representative for current menus and detailed information.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    La Mesa
  • Cross street
    Severin Drive
  • Parking Details
    Parking is available in upper & lower lots.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Expect the Brigantine La Mesa to fill up at peak times, guests report packed parking lots, a busy bar and “crazy busy” holiday evenings, while Tuesday evenings can feel comfortable and not crowded.

Yes, Brigantine La Mesa offers outdoor dining on two charming patios; guests praise the patio as a beautiful, relaxing spot to enjoy drinks and meals.

Brigantine La Mesa feels like an updated, old‑school seafood house, nautical decor, a busy oyster bar and a refreshed traditional dining room, with two leafy patios adding an elegant touch.

Casual Dress is the guide, think neat, comfortable clothing rather than formalwear, which fits the restaurant’s Casual Elegant dining style.

Sunday brunch (served 10:00 am–2:00 pm) is a guest favorite at Brigantine La Mesa; for a relaxed dinner experience, reviewers have praised Tuesday evenings as comfortable and welcoming.

For a relaxed, less-crowded dinner choose a Tuesday evening; for a delightful, classic meal head there for Sunday brunch (Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm).

Brigantine La Mesa pairs an updated nautical dining room with a busy Oyster Bar and bar area, plus two charming outdoor patios and plentiful booths.

Private dining isn't part of the offering at Brigantine La Mesa, the focus is on the open dining room, the busy Oyster Bar, and two charming patios.

Yes, Brigantine La Mesa is a popular choice for anniversaries and special evenings, thanks to its casual‑elegant dining room, updated nautical decor, attentive service and welcoming patios.

Yes, families are welcome: guests call Brigantine La Mesa a “great place for the kids, ” and many reviewers describe family celebrations, booths, and attentive servers that make visits easy.

Portions at Brigantine La Mesa are often described as generous, several guests note plentiful dishes and leftovers, with plates large enough to take home.

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Brigantine La Mesa

4.8
$30 and under
Seafood
La Mesa

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today
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