Mexican RestaurantBarRestaurantCohn Restaurant Group
Elevated Mexican Cuisine in the heart of La Mesa. You can taste the love at Casa Gabriela. At the core of Chef Gabriela Lopez’s cuisine are traditional Mexican recipes passed down from her Grandmother reimagined with a modern, elevated presentation. Similar to the flavors on the menu, Casa Gabriela’s ambiance is warm, inviting and vibrant, with splashes of color everywhere. Located in the heart of La Mesa Village, the spacious outdoor garden is the perfect place to enjoy margaritas with friends or an intimate date night for two.
Explore offerings from Casa Gabriela on 8384 La Mesa Blvd in La Mesa, with popular aperitivos, ensaladas y sopa, chef gaby's molcajetes for two, and especiales de la casa available at this location.
birria, rajas con papas, crispy masa sopes, poached eggs, guajillo hollandaise, queso fresco, habanero white onions, refried black beans, papas al ancho (gf)
Un bonito lugar con comida deliciosa, estuvimos en el desayuno celebrando un cumpleaños y tuvimos una muy buena atención por parte de los meseros, sin duda regresaría 👌
Ordenamos enchiladas marizco Suiza y un burrito de papas con chorizo, de beber recomiendo la "corazón de pasión " me encantó! Y mi hijo le encantó el agua de horchata que sirven
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Maleah Williams
Aug 23, 2026
2.0
Food and drinks are mid. Probably wouldn’t recommend if you want to go somewhere with bomb Mexican food, but the vibes are nice. I ordered a flank steak, medium-well, came out dry as hell. In their defense, they’re not a steak restaurant so whatever. Expectations weren’t very high there. Me and my friend ended up taking our food to go. Service isn’t the best, but it just depends on the person. The guys bringing out our food were so sweet and helpful. As far as our waitress, let me start off by saying we reserved outside seating and when the hostess brought us out to sit, she tried seating us right next to a couple that was already there, it was awkward. Mind you, the restaurant is barely full at this point because they just opened back up. It gave empty parking lot and someone parks right next to you. We lowkey felt like we were intruding their space so we asked to sit further down. She said it was fine. As more people came in, I noticed a pattern where everyone was literally being packed together like a can of sardines on one side. Before we even got our food, it felt like we were sitting at a thanksgiving dinner with strangers. That’s how close everyone was. For absolutely no reason whatsoever because 75% of the outside seating area was empty. It’s way too hot for all that and there’s like minimal space between each table. Some time passed, and our waitress came by. I tried to get her attention, ignored. And it’s not like she couldn’t hear me. Everyone was so close she could hear me whisper lol. She came by again after a few minutes and that’s when I asked if there was a reason why we all had to sit in the same area so close together (I was trying to see if maybe seating was done that way because it’s more convenient for her. Some restaurants do that and if that was the case, cool), and she caught an attitude saying, “well it’s outside and they requested to sit there. They’re allowed to sit where they want, but you can move.” Well, alright then, rudeness. She could’ve simply said, “no, there’s no specific reason. If you’d like to sit elsewhere, you can.” On top of that, we asked this lady for separate bowls of salsa at least 4 times, never came lol. Anyway, I know for a fact that customers did not request to be squeezed in with one another. We were the first few people who came in and literally watched the hostess walk them in and sit them there. Besides that, the food presentation is pretty and their house salsa is really good. Side note, the bottom of their silverware is so heavy that it’ll slide off the table if you don’t position it properly
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James Camacho
Aug 21, 2026
5.0
The food here is delicious! On this trip I ordered the flank steak tempequina. It comes with chimichurri, a guajillo oaxaca enchilada, roasted peppers, panela a la plancha, guacamole, and papas bravas. You get a different savory textures from the vegetables, the meat, and the enchilada. The heavty potion of chips and salsa is nice as well. The inside of this restaurant is lively, clean, and bright. Also, the customer service is top notch. I have been here before for happy hour and the staff is very nice. On this visit, my server was Jasen C. He was very helpful and refilled my water. Very important on a hot day! I can't wait to come back and try something different.
Eat up!!!
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Nickolas Avram
Aug 21, 2026
5.0
This is a hidden gem in downtown La Mesa. Our last visit we had the La Reina Mariscos it is shrimp and bay scallops dinner for two but it could easily feed 3 people. The service was great and it's a dog friendly restaurant. We highly recommend this spot for a great dinning experience.
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Pooja Patel
Aug 16, 2026
5.0
A beautiful restaurant with amazing food. They have a large covered patio that is perfect for getting a meal with friends or family. Plenty of street parking around. Servers were friendly. The food came out fairly quickly and it was amazing. You have to try the birria tacos! The queso fundido was also delicious and quite filling. Mexican hot chocolate comes with Mexican cookies and is divine as well! I would definitely come back to try other menu items especially the chilaquiles, fajitas, and ceviche!
Yes, Casa Gabriela accepts reservations which can be made online via their OpenTable page.
What are the opening hours of Casa Gabriela?
Casa Gabriela is open Tuesday to Friday from 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM, and on Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM. They are closed on Mondays.
Does Casa Gabriela offer brunch?
Yes, brunch is served at Casa Gabriela on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
What types of meals are served at Casa Gabriela?
Casa Gabriela serves lunch, brunch, dinner, and happy hour menus.
What types of payment methods does Casa Gabriela accept?
Casa Gabriela accepts American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa credit cards.
Does Casa Gabriela provide pickup or delivery services?
Casa Gabriela offers in-store pickup but does not provide delivery services.
Is Casa Gabriela wheelchair accessible?
Yes, Casa Gabriela has a wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, parking, and restrooms.
What nearby places can I visit before or after dining at Casa Gabriela?
You can visit BO-beau kitchen + garden, a French restaurant; La Mesa Farmers Market for fresh local produce; or Coin Haus, an arcade and American restaurant, all situated near Casa Gabriela.
Are there any nearby wine bars near Casa Gabriela for after-dinner drinks?
Yes, Gio Bistro and Wine Bar and San Pasqual Winery Tasting Room and Gallery are nearby locations where you can enjoy wine after dining.
Can I explore other dining options near Casa Gabriela?
Nearby dining options include Gingham for American cuisine, Surf Rider Pizza for Italian, Centifonti’s Bar & Restaurant for Italian food and drinks, and Johnny B’s Burgers Brew and Spirits for burgers and brews.
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