Share dynamic dishes at this Gaslamp Quarter hotspot, serving Greek-inspired small plates and entrées, plus handcrafted cocktails every day of the week. A major draw which celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2022, Mezé is where good food and good company are savored. Meals are enjoyed in an airy, multi-level space boasting sky-high ceilings, a full bar and lounge, sidewalk seating and beautifully designed areas for private and semi-private events.
The mouthwatering menu bursts with the flavors of Greece and the Mediterranean, all with a SoCal twist. Nosh on cold or hot “mezes” or “tastes,” such as hummus, baba ghanoush, feta and mixed olives, feta mac and cheese, spanakopita, calamari, falafel and gyros, all prepared fresh and paired with warm pita. Heartier choices include Greek kabobs, moussaka, lamb chops and the juicy Mezé burger. Not to be missed is the signature saganaki: a pan-seared kasseri cheese flambéed in smooth brandy tableside for delighted guests. Salads and soups, such as the traditional avgolemono, as well as the sinfully delicious baklava cheesecake, round out the offerings.
The restaurant’s popular weekend brunch is served 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. and includes mimosas, Bloody Marys, fluffy omelets and baklava pancakes. Also enjoy Wine Wednesdays, when select bottles of wine are half price, and when guests may be entertained with close-up magic by Ben Silver, Mezé’s knowledgeable sommelier; and Thursday football, filled with palate-pleasers such as loaded lamb nachos served with pita chips. Happy Hour is 3-6 p.m. Sunday-Friday, featuring deals on wine, Greek beer and bites, including feta-topped Mezé fries, meatballs, dolmas and more.
Hosting a special event? Large groups and conventions are invited to convene on Mezé’s third floor, replete with a private mezzanine and bar. Special features such as belly dancing or sommelier/magician shows can be added for entertainment. Catering is available as well, with pickup or delivery options. Check out dips/spreads and party platters on the catering menu here.
Awarded “Best Greek,” “Best Small Plates,” “Best Mediterranean,” and “Best Late-Night Menu” by San Diego media and diners, Mezé is one of the most popular restaurants in downtown San Diego. Just steps from the Convention Center, major hotels and Petco Park, it’s the perfect place for a family dinner, a get-together with friends, a business lunch, or for grabbing a bite before or after a Padres baseball game or concert. Relax at this standout, at 345 Sixth Ave., from 10:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-midnight on Friday; 10:30 a.m.-midnight on Saturday; and 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. on Sunday. Call (619) 550-1600, drop in or make a reservation at gaslampmeze.com.