La Mesa’s best local businesses

The 432 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Aug 7

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432 businesses across 16 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants137 places · newest: Antica Trattoria, Aug 7
• 02Beauty47 places · newest: AfterGlo Beauty Lounge, Aug 7
• 03Shopping52 places · newest: Allen's Flowers & Plants - Chula Vista, Aug 7
• 04Entertainment20 places · newest: Miramar Memorial Golf Course, Aug 2
• 05Nightlife38 places · newest: BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, Aug 7
• 06Bakeries & Sweets22 places · newest: Baskin-Robbins, Aug 7
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage20 places · newest: Maxwell's House of Books, Aug 7
• 08Health & Wellness9 places · newest: Chuze Fitness, Aug 7
• 09Arts & Culture15 places · newest: Mormon Battalion Historic Site, Aug 2
• 10Home & Garden17 places · newest: Pacific Sales Kitchen & Home La Jolla, Aug 2
• 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts22 places · newest: Barnes & Noble, Aug 7
• 12Sporting Goods4 places · newest: DICK'S Sporting Goods, Jul 21
• 13Parks & Outdoors7 places · newest: Barker Way Trailhead, Aug 7
• 14Services5 places · newest: Soapy Joe's Car Wash - Jamacha / Cardiff, Aug 7
• 15Pets4 places · newest: Yesi's Pet Grooming, Aug 2
• 16Cafes9 places · newest: Dark Horse Coffee Roasters, Aug 7

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More spots

Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.

• Fashion Valley

  Other

  Large shopping center with chain department stores, a movie theater & casual dining options.

  7007 Friars Rd (San Diego) · simon.com ↗

• Liberty Station

  Other

  Relaxed area offering food shops and markets, as well as gardens and art galleries in a historic Navy base.

  2757 Dewey Rd (San Diego) · libertystation.com ↗

• One Paseo

  Other

  Breezy shopping compound offering fashionable stores & services, restaurants & an outdoor courtyard.

  3725 Paseo Pl (San Diego) · onepaseo.com ↗

• The Hub Hillcrest Market

  Other

  Stylish shopping complex with a variety of vendors, a grocery store & eateries with outdoor seats.

  940-1092 University Ave (San Diego) · regencycenters.com ↗

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