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Lemon Grove Bistro, Lemon grove, CA

Lemon Grove Bistro

4.9
4.9
87 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Beer Garden
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 373-8650
  • Website
    https://grovebistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Rashi Wahidi

Offers

  • Weekday Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 14:30 - 17:00
    Join us for Happy Hour on Monday through Friday from 2:30 pm to 5 pm for the best deal on burgers, wings, flatbreads & drinks. Burger & Beer for $18 and Burger & Wine for $19 Wings & Beer for $17 and Wings & Wine $18 Flatbread & Beer for $17 and Flatbread & Wine $18

    Weekday Happy Hour photo

Menu

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What 87 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Diego

    Best Overall

  • San Diego

    Best Food

  • San Diego

    Best Value

  • San Diego

    American

  • East County

    Best Overall

  • East County

    Best Food

  • East County

    Best Service

  • East County

    Best Value

  • East County

    Great for brunch

  • East County

    Healthy

  • East County

    Hot spot

  • East County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • East County

    Great for fine wines

  • East County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East County

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lemon Grove Bistro is a "charming oasis" offering a "tropical chic" atmosphere perfect for pre-theater dining. Guests rave about the "excellent and imaginative" food, with standout dishes like beef bourguignon and mushroom ravioli. The service is "friendly and attentive," enhancing the "casual but elegant" dining experience. A true "hidden gem!"

87 Reviews

  1. Stephanie

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We come here for all our birthdays and the food quality never disappoints! Ordered the Mushroom Ravioli today, but we’ve had the Paella, Pasta, and Veef plate with mashed potatoes and we want to kiss the chef every time.

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  2. Tim

    VIP

    San Diego

    90 reviews

    5.0

    90 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite places. This time we had the lasagna and the fisherman’s stew. Excellent, friendly service and wonderful food. I highly recommend you give them a try, you’ll be glad you did!

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  3. Dzhevdet

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, great food, cozy, almost homely atmosphere.

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  4. Christopher

    VIP

    San Diego

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Neighborhood gem. Paella, chicken & bone marrow were terrific.

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  5. Deborah A

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, reasonably priced, and homey vibe. Jazz music made the experience even better.

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  6. Lori

    San Diego

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always Lemon Grove Bistto was amazing. The food and service are outstanding. We are always happy to come to this restaurant. This place is a true gem!

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  7. PaulD

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our new favorite spot!!! Really love the staff and the food is phenomenal!! We have been here several times now and have never been disappointed.

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  8. Sherry

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great and so was the service. Nice casual vibe and we were easily able to have a conversation. Great place! They were kind enough to call me later that evening after they found my work badge/key in their parking lot. It was a huge save since I had to be at work early the next day.

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  9. Josh

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible service each time I’ve been here. Every meal has been 💯 and they’re big portions

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  10. Alejandro

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been here by a few times before and the service is never short of excellent. I would definitely recommend!!

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FAQs

Lemon Grove Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 373-8650.

Lemon Grove Bistro is rated 4.9 stars by 87 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lemon Grove Bistro

3308 main street, Lemon grove, CA 91945

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Pacific Ave
  • Area
    Lemon Grove
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Beer Garden
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Main St and Broadway
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Rashi Wahidi
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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