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West Coast Smoke and Tap House is a restaurant in La Mesa, CA.

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Bravo Molina
Bravo Molina -Google user
a year ago
I’m loving the new updated menu. The pozole is OMG so delicious! Staff was super nice and the selection of craft beers were thumbs up. The food really did impress me. Top food items I loved were the Pozole, Reuben ( they pickled the Brussels...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Ribs, Sandwich, Salad, Soup
L T
L T -Google user
2 years ago
This place is very tasty! I got the smoked brisket plate with Mac and cheese and beer battered fries. Everything was quality and what I was hoping for! Definitely planning to come back to try more! They're tarantula hill - liquid candy IPA was killer!...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 4Good amount of parking availableNo stairs here and a wheelchair accessible parking spot right in front of it with a ramp to get on the curb.
Lea Smith
Lea Smith -Google user
2 years ago
First visit to this small establishment, just walked in from the street. Great atmosphere before you even enter, lots of things to check out, small and intimate place Great for family timenor a date. Fun atmosphere music playe Don patio, and inside, three large...Read More
Dine inLunch$30–50Atmosphere: 5Truffle Parmesan FriesGreat entrance if wheelchair or walker and even a cane needed.
CrysL Smith
CrysL Smith -Google user
4 years ago
Great food, fast , and awesome beer selection! Great staff, super nice and friendly you gotta go there! Easy to park, good spot for a game and some bomb bbq, veggie stuff is good too says my vegetarian friend!!! Try the smoked...Read More
C.D. Castro
C.D. Castro -Google user
7 years ago
Looking for a local place to eat that wasn't a burger chain, I found this to be the first decent looking restaurant in the immediate area. I'm glad I stopped because I was very impressed with their awesome menu items, as well as their large...Read More
Carlita C
Carlita C -Google user
4 years ago
If u haven't been here you're missing out!! I think this is my first time giving a 10/10 review. Great atmosphere, amazing food, those onions ring, max n cheese , Nachos, beer just everything. Good service and clean.
Sara Ramirez
Sara Ramirez -Google user
4 years ago
The server was friendly and helpful. We ordered the bbq nachos and the chicken sandwich. The nachos were flavorful, a must try! The portions are big enough to share. They have a vast selection of food alcohol and food.
Dine inDinner$20–30
C J
C J -Google user
4 months ago
I appreciate this neighborhood bar. The beer selection is very good, its really what brought me here. The food options are also pretty decent. It's not going to he a super fancy place but it has character. The wall art is pretty interesting.
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Reservations not required
Victoria Richardson
Victoria Richardson -Google user
a year ago
West Coast is my favorite neighborhood restaurant, hands down! The best craft beer selection around and delicious food with killer daily specials like the loaded bacon meatloaf sandwich in my photos (it was AMAZING!!!) To top it all off, everyone that works there is super...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Sandwich, Salad, West Coast TotsPlenty of parkingFree parking lotPlenty of spots in the large parking lot shared with other business in the shopping center.Super kid friendly! It's a popular spot for families, and they have a kid menu.Accessible parking spots close by. Entry is one level, no stairs/steps, with wide entry to the patio. Tables/chairs can be moved around as needed.
sergio esparza
sergio esparza -Google user
2 years ago
Huge portions ☺️ I couldn't finish the pulled pork western burger , , The service is amazing , waitress checking on us very often, Dessert 🤩
Atmosphere: 5
Elizabeth H.
Elizabeth H. -Google user
4 years ago
I love this place. Has great service, beer, and food.
Patrick Mcmillan
Patrick Mcmillan -Google user
2 years ago
Ribs were great and the mac n cheese was excellent. Atmosphere was chill and the staff was friendly. Definitely will be returning for the great food!
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Anthony Valdivia
Anthony Valdivia -Google user
5 years ago
This place was okay before they got the new chef and now they're even better. Prime Rib Dip is my favorite sandwich there, but you can't beat the Friday night special!
Greg Mercurio
Greg Mercurio -Google user
2 years ago
This place is a hidden gem! Man, been in La Mesa for years and found it and the menu options and food is amazing. Beer options, yep you’ll find your likening.
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Daniel S
Daniel S -Google user
4 years ago
Super friendly staff will bring you the best comfort foods. Love the West Coast Tots! Fantastic selection of beers too!
Fazle R Akash
Fazle R Akash -Google user
2 years ago
Food is good, portion is big so don’t over order, servers are hot, friendly and passionate..
Greg Peters
Greg Peters -Google user
4 years ago
Super friendly service and great beer selection, southwest burger and sweet potato fries were bliss.
Terry Schultz
Terry Schultz -Google user
2 years ago
Excellent grub house. You might not think so look in from the outside but the food was absolutely excellent. …
Lindsay Bradshaw
Lindsay Bradshaw -Google user
3 months ago
A friend introduced me to this place and I am so glad she did! It has a great and comfortable atmosphere with bar/table/outdoor seating. Dogs welcome and treats provided for the furry customers. They also have lots of beer on tap including...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5No wait
Maria Forte
Maria Forte -Google user
3 months ago
I thoroughly enjoyed my chicken blt salad with Bleu cheese. Server was friendly and knowledgeable. Place was clean. Affordable, especially given the generous portion sizes. Ill be going back!
$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Peter Krause
Peter Krause -Google user
5 months ago
Location was easy to find, parking was okay, the staff were fantastic very pleasant and on top of their game being a good service Personnel for the restaurant. Food was also very excellent and beer selection was great We will definitely be coming back...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Sandwich, Fries, West Coast Tots, West Coast Brisket Dip SandwichPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Mario Moran
Mario Moran -Google user
a year ago
Hope the owner read my review. For years, this place has been my go-to for wings. In my opinion, they weren’t just good—they were the best in all of San Diego County. The wings were always perfectly crispy, bursting with flavor, and had just the right...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
rose c
rose c -Google user
a month ago
Comfy local crowd with hospitable owner Christina and most delicious Ruben sandwich.
Lunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Reservations not required
K Wiggins
K Wiggins -Google user
a year ago
Went for Padre wild card game, good crowd. The 2 girls working were working their butts off but still taking care of everyone. Great customer service. We had brisket sandwich, pork ribs and pork sliders onion rings and salt and pepper wings. 🤪
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 4Ribs, Sandwich
Drew P
Drew P -Google user
Edited 10 months ago
I've tried almost everything on the menu over the past 5 years, and many of the one-off daily specials. The cooks here know what they're doing. And the large tap list is constantly changing, with special events and guest taps happening all the time. They...Read More
Take outLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5SandwichPlenty of parkingFree parking lotParking depends on the time of day. It's in a strip mall, so parking gets better when the traffic at the other stores dies down.
Bill Munsch
Bill Munsch -Google user
a month ago
Good food, big portions and friendly staff. 😋 All that and it's close by. …
J Seymour Rescue
J Seymour Rescue -Google user
5 months ago
Great BBQ, love the flavorful pork Sandy's. Enjoy!
$10–…
Cliff Rinder
Cliff Rinder -Google user
Edited a year ago
Birthday celebration here on Aug 13. We had a party of 7 with a toddler. Super accommodating. Went with our favorite prime rib dip sandwich and onion rings. Delicious as usual. Waitress was super nice too. No food...Read More
Elizabeth Perales
Elizabeth Perales -Google user
a year ago
Local bar and grill offers daily specials and family favs like West Coast Tots, Jesus Burger, Prime Rib Dip, best Reuben sandwich in town, great salads and a broad selection of local brews on tap. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.
Catherine Wabsis
Catherine Wabsis -Google user
a year ago
West Coast Smoke and Tap House is a great little Mom and Pop restaurant/ bar . We actually found it because Smokey and the brisket ran out of brisket and only had frozen chicken sandwiches, umm No. So we googled BBQ places close to...Read More

Features

From the business

check icon Identifies as women-owned

Service options

check icon Outdoor seating
check icon Delivery
check icon Takeout
check icon Dine-in

Highlights

check icon Fast service
check icon Great beer selection
check icon Sports

Popular for

check icon Lunch
check icon Dinner
check icon Solo dining

Accessibility

check icon Wheelchair accessible entrance
check icon Wheelchair accessible parking lot
check icon Wheelchair accessible restroom
check icon Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

check icon Alcohol
check icon Beer
check icon Coffee
check icon Comfort food
check icon Happy hour drinks
check icon Happy hour food
check icon Quick bite
check icon Wine

Dining options

check icon Lunch
check icon Dinner
check icon Catering
check icon Dessert
check icon Seating

Amenities

check icon Bar onsite
check icon Restroom
check icon Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

check icon Casual
check icon Cozy

Crowd

check icon Family-friendly
check icon Groups
check icon LGBTQ+ friendly

Planning

check icon Accepts reservations

Payments

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check icon Debit cards
check icon NFC mobile payments

Children

check icon Good for kids
check icon High chairs
check icon Kids' menu

Parking

check icon Free parking lot
check icon Free street parking
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Other

check icon LGBTQ+ friendly
check icon Identifies as women-owned