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Limoncello La Mesa, La Mesa, CA

Limoncello La Mesa

4.6
4.6
307 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Welcome to Limoncello, your go-to destination for authentic Italian cuisine in the heart of La Mesa. At Limoncello, we pride ourselves on delivering a true taste of Italy with our carefully curated menu inspired by traditional family recipes passed down through generations. Our dishes showcase the rich flavors of Italy, crafted using only the finest and freshest ingredients sourced locally and from Italy. From classic pasta dishes to mouthwatering pizzas and delectable desserts, each plate is a celebration of Italian culinary heritage. Come savor the warmth and hospitality of Italy right here in La Mesa at Limoncello, where every meal is a journey to the heart of Italian flavors.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 698-0080
  • Website
    http://www.limoncellolamesa.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Menu

COCKTAILS

  • SANGRIAUS$13.00

    Classic. Mango Tropical, Watermelon

    • LIMONCELLO MARTINIUS$14.00

      Citrus SABE + Limoncello + simple syrup + fresh lemon sugar rim + served with a lemon popsicle

      • CRANBERRY CUCUMBER SPRITZUS$11.00

        Vodka SABE + Fresh cucumber + cranberry juice + agave + soda water

        • MOJITOUS$12.00

          Gold Rum SABE + mint syrup + lime juice + soda water

          • BERRY MARTINIUS$14.00

            Vodka SABE + fresh berries + simple syrup + berry juice + lime

            • PALOMA-TINIUS$14.00

              Tequila SABE + grapefruit juice + lime + black salt rim

              • MOSCOW MULEUS$14.00

                Vodka SABE + ginger beer + lime juice

                SPARKLING

                • Split Gambino Cuvée BrutUS$15.00

                  • Prosecco Extra Dry Gambino VenetoUS$48.00

                    • Split Lambrusco RiuniteUS$14.00

                      • Franciacorta Brut Monte Rosa LomabrdiaUS$80.00

                        WHITE WINE

                        • House Chardonnay

                          California

                          • Maddalena Chardonnay

                            Monterrey

                            • Chardonnay kundeUS$50.00

                              Sonoma

                              • Pinot Grigio Peter Zemmer

                                Trentino

                                • Pinot Grigio Maso PoliUS$50.00

                                  Trentino

                                  • Gavi di Gavi la

                                    Luciana

                                    • Vermentino Cacciata

                                      Toscana

                                      • Moscato d’Asti Santo

                                        Piemonte

                                        • Riesling Heinrich Vollmer

                                          Germany

                                          • Rose' Feudi di San Gregorio

                                            Campania

                                            • Sauvignon Blanc Crossings

                                              New Zeland

                                              ITALIAN RED

                                              • House Chianti

                                                Toscana

                                                • Chianti Classico 20 Castello di VolpaiaUS$60.00

                                                  Toscana

                                                  • Sangiovese 21 Messer del fauno

                                                    Puglia

                                                    • Super Tuscan 21 Remole FrescobaldiUS$75.00

                                                      Super Tuscan 21 Remole Frescobaldi

                                                      • Primitivo 21 Pasqua Puglia

                                                        • Barbera d'Asti Michele Chiarlo 20

                                                          Piemonte

                                                          • Nero d’Avola 19 Feudo MaccariUS$75.00

                                                            Sicilia

                                                            • Barolo Ca’ Di Bruno 18US$100.00

                                                              Piemonte

                                                              • Amarone della Valpolicella 17 CesariUS$130.00

                                                                Veneto

                                                                • Brunello di Montalcino 16 Fattoria CasisanoUS$120.00

                                                                  Toscana

                                                                  BEERS

                                                                  • PeroniUS$9.00

                                                                    • Blue MoonUS$9.00

                                                                      • Alesmith Clasico US$9.00

                                                                        Lager

                                                                        • Party Tricks US$9.00

                                                                          IPA

                                                                          • Birra Moretti

                                                                            9

                                                                            RED WINES

                                                                            • House Cabernet

                                                                              California

                                                                              • House Merlot

                                                                                California

                                                                                • House Pinot Noir

                                                                                  California

                                                                                  • Cuvée Rosenblum Cellars Zinfandel

                                                                                    California

                                                                                    • Pinot Noir Balletto 20

                                                                                      Sonoma

                                                                                      • Cabernet 20 San SimeonUS$60.00

                                                                                        Paso Robles

                                                                                        • Cabernet 19 Le Vigne

                                                                                          Paso Robles

                                                                                          • Cabernet 21 Caymus US$100.00

                                                                                            California

                                                                                            • Merlot 20 Tarrica

                                                                                              Paso Robles

                                                                                              • Cuvée Flat Top Hills Red Blend

                                                                                                California

                                                                                                • Malbec 21 Domain Bousque

                                                                                                  Argentina

                                                                                                  DESSERT WINE

                                                                                                  • Port Taylor Fladgate 10 Years Old TawnyUS$15.00

                                                                                                    • Passito di Pantelleria Cantine ColosiUS$17.00

                                                                                                      • Corkage fee US$20.00

                                                                                                        • 2 lt bott US$30.00

                                                                                                          Last updated: 19 September 2023

                                                                                                          What 307 people are saying

                                                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                          4.6
                                                                                                          4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                          • 4.6Food
                                                                                                          • 4.5Service
                                                                                                          • 4.3Ambience
                                                                                                          • 4.1Value

                                                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                          Review summary

                                                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                          Limoncello La Mesa delights with its "excellent service" and "delicious food," creating a vibrant, Italian-inspired atmosphere. The decor is "fresh, vibrant, and beautiful," while the menu offers authentic flavors with creative twists. Although some find it "very loud," the attentive staff and standout dishes like the "Spaghetti Nero" make it a must-try.

                                                                                                          307 Reviews

                                                                                                          1. Mike

                                                                                                            San Diego

                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                            Service was excellent, Roberto was the best. Food was outstanding. Looking forward to going back.

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                                                                                                          2. Karen

                                                                                                            VIP

                                                                                                            San Diego

                                                                                                            11 reviews

                                                                                                            3.0

                                                                                                            11 reviews

                                                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                            The food was not as well prepared as the last time we dined there. The chicken was overcooked and a smaller portion. The staff should also close the front door on chilly evenings. The noise level could be better!

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                                                                                                          3. Jim

                                                                                                            San Diego

                                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                            Limoncello's was such a wonderful surprise. We heard great things, but it was even better than we expected. The decor and ambiance were so charming. The food was unbelievably delicious. One of the biggest standouts was the Ossobuco Di Maile, but there were 7 of us and we all loved what we had. The homemade pasta and the sauces were out of this world. Our server, Miguel, was so friendly and attentive. It was a wonderful night!

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                                                                                                          4. Eileen

                                                                                                            San Diego

                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                            Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                            Had the Holiday meal and it was delicious! Service was excellent!

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                                                                                                          5. Christina

                                                                                                            San Diego

                                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                                                            Dined on 22 December 2024

                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                            The food is delicious. All the staff members speak Italian.

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                                                                                                          6. Paula

                                                                                                            VIP

                                                                                                            San Diego

                                                                                                            11 reviews

                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                            11 reviews

                                                                                                            Dined on 17 December 2024

                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                            Excellent service and delicious meals. Great spot to celebrate a birthday!

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                                                                                                          7. Damon

                                                                                                            San Diego

                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                            2.0

                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                            Dined on 16 December 2024

                                                                                                            1. Overall 2
                                                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                                                            3. Service 1
                                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                            Previous visits included incredible wait staff (the owners I think) who were wonderful - not this time around though. Poor service throughout the night.

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                                                                                                          8. E

                                                                                                            San Diego

                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                            Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                            The small round tables for two are just way to small. The large serving plates almost hit the floor more than once. The food is very good. The noise level is high, if you have trouble hearing it could be an issue. Mostly, don't accept a round table.

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                                                                                                          9. jachancock

                                                                                                            VIP

                                                                                                            San Diego

                                                                                                            20 reviews

                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                            20 reviews

                                                                                                            Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                            Excellent food! Very busy because of the Christmas fair in La Mesa. The restaurant was packed and loud because of it, but we will definitely be back. Everything was prepared perfectly. Five stars!!!

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                                                                                                          10. Mike

                                                                                                            San Diego

                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                                            Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                            Our first time We all felt like we were in an Italian neighborhood restaurant The food was amazing and everything tasted fresh and flavorful Our server Francesca was amazing very professional warm and friendly We were a party of four and we all want to return

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                                                                                                          Limoncello La Mesa is rated 4.6 stars by 307 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                          2 people
                                                                                                          19:00
                                                                                                          Booked 15 times today
                                                                                                          Google Map for Limoncello La Mesa

                                                                                                          8273 La Mesa Blvd 91942, La Mesa, CA 91942

                                                                                                          Additional information

                                                                                                          • Area
                                                                                                            North Park
                                                                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                            Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                                          • Price
                                                                                                            $30 and under
                                                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                                                            Italian, Contemporary Italian
                                                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                                                            Casual Dining
                                                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                                                            Casual Dress
                                                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                                                            Street Parking
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