@SPACEBAR Cafe - La Mesa, California

C L.

So glad I randomly found this place. Cool vibe, had some great conversation with the regulars, and ate an absolutely delicious dragonfruit bowl with a frozen kale/mint/pineapple smoothie that was refreshing, perfectly balanced, and just felt healthy the moment you tasted it. Great selections for everything else you can order, too. Left in a happy mood, and definitely had a better day thanks to this cafe visit. See you again soon, Spacebar!

Alona J.

Came by here around 8 months ago while heavily pregnant and doing laundry next door with my toddler. Nothing else is close enough to waddle to with a toddler so I chose to stop here and see if there were any snacks or bakery items I could purchase for my son while we awaited our laundry. The man in front was absolutely rude. He didn’t treat me as a customer or with kindness in any way shape or form. I’ve heard nothing but great things but it’s been months and I still refuse to step foot back in this establishment regardless of how close and convenient they are because of how they made me feel during such a vulnerable time. Not sure what the cause was as I didn’t bring my child inside it was just me I was very kind and asked about their lemon cake and chocolate muffin the AA man in front instructed the worker not to take my order because he would as if he didn’t want me to disturb her.

PJ M.

Frank and Patricia’s Spacebar offer delicious healthy food at a fare price. Tonight I ordered the brown rice, quinoa, and veggie masala bowl with grilled chicken. It was perfect and went well with the open mic music vibe.

Christine P.

This place was a nice little surprise find on a Sunday morning!

The young lady helping us was very patient and helpful, as this was our first visit here. She even helped me save $1 on my sandwich by ordering from the Sunday brunch menu.

My lox, tomato, onions, and capers with cream cheese on an everything bagel was delicious! The bagel was fresh and soft. In all the right ways. All the parts were in tasty harmony. My husband said his egg, bacon, and everything bagel was good too - and the bonus of fresh fruit on the side.

The atmosphere is very chill and comfortable, with the accent of fresh yellow roses on each table. I can imagine later in the day/night, especially with live music, this place gets busier but hangs on to that vibe. We'll have to check it out!

Creepercrepa

Food: Great, recommend their panini and coffee.

Service: Good service however sometimes they are not at the desk so there might be times a customer enters and someone isn’t there.

Room for Improvement:
- Definitely should invest in an AIR CONDITIONER for the place to encourage the customers to stay and enjoy the cafe atmosphere.
- Should also invest in better seats. The individual ones are uncomfortable for the customers back and the one “couch”connected to the wall needs better padding.

Kevin P.

Cool vibe and great food. Met a friend here for a weekly meeting, the work space was just what we needed. There is also a stage for live music. Definitely worth a visit.

Ruth P.

First time patron. My daughter said Cmon mom let's go! So off we went dogs and all. It's a little corner Cafe. People apparently order to pickup because it was empty and then after we got there and placed order, everyone and their mother came. Lol.

So I ordered a Tuna panini with provolone. OH MY GOODNESS. Mouth watering surprise of pure yummy. It was my first meal of the day and an early dinner, so I was famished!

The Mexican Mocha was authentic. I could almost swear they used Abuelita! So yummy and me and my daughter both ordered large! 😋 😋 😋 (we ate outside).

Be patient if u can. Remember there is a staff shortage. I had to apologize for not having enough empathy, but I did mention that I was starving, like really hungry (I think maybe a little hangry, too). It was worth the wait.

JerriB5

Try the yucca fries!!

I love this spot. Frank, the owner, and his staff are wonderful. The food is excellent and the music, both live and ambience, is great.