Chicken and wine in La Mesa, California

Located at 4748 University Avenue in San Diego, California, Leona's Cucina Italiana is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Italian cuisine. Our menu features a variety of delicious dishes, from imported mortadella and Italian salami sandwiches to sautéed garlic and mushroom chicken in lemon butter sauce. Our half and half Spaghetti and Lasagna Dinner and Cheese Ravioli and Penne Dinner are customer favorites, offering generous portions at a great value. The friendly staff and quick delivery service make dining at Leona's a delightful experience. Don't miss out on our Tres Leches Cake, Chicken Strips, Mozzarella Sticks, and other delectable desserts and appetizers. Whether you're in Lemon Grove, La Mesa, or National City, come visit us for a taste of Italy right here in California.

Trader Joe's is a popular food, grocery, and health store located at 5495 Grossmont Center Drive in La Mesa, California. This supermarket also offers a selection of liquor and specialty items. One of their unique offerings is their chocolate covered pretzels, available in various flavors and sizes, with new options like Mocha Latte, Chocolate Donut, PB&J, and Birthday Cake. Customers can vote for their favorite flavor, which will be available at the end of summer. In addition to their innovative products, Trader Joe's also offers convenient and healthy options like their Kohlrabi Vegetable Pasta, made from spiralized kohlrabi that can be eaten raw or cooked as a low-carb alternative to traditional pasta. They also have Italian Bomba Hot Pepper Sauce made with fermented Calabrian chili peppers, perfect for adding a spicy kick to dishes like pizza, grilled chicken, or scrambled eggs.