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Brigantine La Mesa, La Mesa, CA

Brigantine La Mesa

4.8
4.8
4248 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 42 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
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

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in upper & lower lots.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Adalid Estrada
  • Delivery & takeout

What 4,248 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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

    Hot spot

  • East County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • East County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East County

    Romantic

  • East County

    Good for special occasions

  • East County

    Lively

  • East County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brigantine La Mesa offers a delightful dining experience with "great service" and "delicious food." Known for "the best staff of any restaurant," the seafood shines, especially the macadamia crusted halibut and clam chowder. It's perfect for special occasions, combining a welcoming atmosphere with a beautifully remodeled interior.

4,249 Reviews
  1. Jon

    Nashville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was great! Had a fun time celebrating birthdays and enjoying a nice family dinner.

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  2. Livio

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place nice ambiance and good service been coming in for years and always great

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  3. Tamara VIP

    San Diego1 review

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    We had reservations, early, 6pm, arrived at 5:35. They tried to seat us way in the back at a very small table for two people. I asked for a bigger table as there were many 4-seater tables, with two people at each. I was told that they could place us at a half booth/half table. I agreed, but it was directly across from the bussing area, noisy and not pleasant to look at. On the wall across from us were booths with two people at each. I asked if we could sit there and was told that they needed it for a party of four. Within 5 mins, a party of two was seated at the booth I had asked for. We were never offered bread. I finally asked our server for it. The steamed clam appetizer had about 16 clams, but they were so tiny, I think they probably made up about four normal sized clams. The dinner was okay but nothing spectacular for the prices they charge. We recently moved here from Huntington Beach and were probably spoiled with the caliber of restaurants available there. We were, however, very disappointed with our experience at the Brigantine.

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  4. Tyrone VIP

    Houston100 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience as always. Great drinks and excellent food and service

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  5. Peggy

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the Brigantine. The service is always exceptional. The food is always great. The prices are reasonable, and the ambience is welcoming and warm. Over the years I believe I have tried every single item on the menu and I’ve never had a bad meal no matter what I chose.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dale was our waiter. Excellent service and food. We love the Brig.

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  7. Susan

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food. Shrimp and Grits was delicious. Loved the Brussel Sprouts. Service was great! Can't wait to go again.

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  8. Tom

    San Diego14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal and enjoyed the specials offered that evening. Good value for quality food choices. 

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  9. Randy VIP

    San Diego42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner on a special occasion. Service was great.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. OpenTable Diner

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been to this location many times just not in a long time, always great food and great service. A mature restaurant experience.

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FAQs

Brigantine La Mesa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 465-1935.

Brigantine La Mesa is rated 4.8 stars by 4248 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 42 times today
Google Map for Brigantine La Mesa

9350 Fuerte Drive, La Mesa, CA 91941

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in upper & lower lots.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Adalid Estrada
  • Delivery & takeout
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