Terra American Bistro

About Restaurant: After a 3 Year hiatus on Opentable….they’re back!! Terra American Bistro and Chef Jeff Rossman have been binging the Farm To Table-Modern American Bistro experience to San Diegans for over 25 years now. Having relocated from Hillcrest to the East College area close to SDSU 11 years ago, the rotating menu features local fish procured from Tommy The Fishmonger @ Tunaville and local farm fresh produce from the bounty of San Diego County. Featured menu items include 12 Hour Braised Short Rib, Grilled Flat Iron Steak Chimichurri, Roasted Salmon with Herb oil, Terra’s Wagyu Burgers, Nashville Chicken Sandwich and the famous Banana Bread Pudding with Jim Beam Butterscotch! The team’s ambition at Terra is to create a relaxed and casual atmosphere to enjoy great food, local craft beer & wine. Terra has many awards for best neighborhood joint: it’s where the locals go!!

Positive Review Count: 1526 Reviews

Price Range: $30 and under

Restaurant Type: Contemporary American

Keywords: Neighborhood gem, Good for groups, Good for special occasions

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Details: 4.7Food , 4.7Service , 4.3Ambience , 4.5Value

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Dining style: Casual Dining

Price: $30 and under

Cuisines: Contemporary American, Tapas / Small Plates, Comfort Food

Hours of operation: Dinner
Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Happy Hour
Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–6:30 pm

Phone number: (619) 293-7088

Website: http://www.terrasd.com/

Payment options: AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa

Dress code: Casual Dress

Executive chef: Jeff Rossman

Catering: Whatever the occasion, our goal is to make your event a complete success. With overflowing creativity and a gracious and dynamic staff, let Terra be your hospitality partner. We promise to exceed your expectations with an uncompromising commitment to perfection. Whether you are planning a simple luncheon or an elaborate six-course dinner, Chef/Owner Jeff Rossman will work with you from the start. He would be delighted to create a custom menu for you and your guests.

Private party facilities: small parties up to 16 can order off the menu and larger parties need to contact our banquet department for special menu with pricing. Private parties can buy out the restaurant or possibly host an event on Saturday afternoons or Monday evenings.

Private party contact: Lisa or Jeff: (619) 993-1437

Location: 7091 El Cajon, San Diego, CA 92115

Neighborhood: La Mesa

Cross street: El Cajon and 71st St

Parking details: Street parking available and on weekends & evenings parking in business lots around restaurant.

Public transit: San Diego Trolley stop on 70th street.

Additional: Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef’s Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine