@SPACEBAR Cafe, tucked away at 7454 University Ave in La Mesa, CA, exudes a welcoming atmosphere that has won over both locals and first-time visitors. With a menu that balances health and indulgence, highlights include crispy Buffalo wings and comforting cheeseburgers, as well as refreshing smoothies like the Green Monster and Strawberry Banana. Customers rave about the Dragonfruit bowl, which pairs beautifully with a kale-mint-pineapple smoothie, delivering a burst of freshness that invigorates the spirit. The intimate vibe, enriched by live music and friendly patrons, creates a community-focused dining experience. Regulars appreciate the exceptional staff, particularly Frank, the owner, who exemplifies warmth and attentiveness. Patrons have praised the brunch selections, where fresh bagels and delectable lox harmonize perfectly. The yucca fries are a must-try, adding a delightful twist to the comforting cafe staples. The cafe's decor, including fresh yellow roses on each table, enhances the chill ambiance. Whether stopping in for a quick bite or spending an afternoon soaking up the vibrant atmosphere, @SPACEBAR Cafe leaves a lasting impression and invites you to return for more culinary delights.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as veteran-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Has great wine list
Has live music
Has live performances
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves healthy options
Serves organic dishes
Sells prepared foods
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Popular with university students
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For @SPACEBAR Cafe
C Lewis
May 12,2025
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!
Kaela
May 8,2025
Had green hornet smoothie and salmon panini, I forgot to take a photo and ate it so fast...delicious. Nice atmosphere for hanging out and enjoying live music with healthy food.
JerriB5
Apr 8,2025
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.
Christine P
Mar 13,2025
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!
PJ Maxwell
Mar 10,2025
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.
Rosalie Thomas
Mar 8,2025
Shout out to Frank at Spacebar for my birthday brunch, we had the best of wine, food and music, awesome vibe too!
Jannashaa
Mar 4,2025
This is my favorite spot near home! I call it the one stop shop lounge. Most during the week you can go grab a delicious bite breakfast/ lunch cooked meal. My favorite breakfast is the chicken and waffles. In the evening on weekends there’s always great entertainment you can go and have some wine. OH YEAH!!! THE OWNER FRANK IS AMAZING . parking is good and it’s such a beautiful neighborhood. Definitely beats any nearby Starbucks.
Ruth P
Mar 1,2025
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.
Reviews For @SPACEBAR Cafe