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“It’s The Umbrellas…”
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“The Umbrellas”
When you think of Casa de Pico Mexican Restaurant what do you think of first (besides the award winning margaritas)? The number one answer: the colorful umbrellas.
As many of you know, Casa de Pico (a.k.a. Pico) opened its doors in 1971 in Old Town. Many of the regulars, and out of town visitors, entered via Juan Street. If you were fortunate you’d get a parking space in the small parking lot, but most of us parked on the street and made the short walk to the opening in the fence that bordered Pico. What struck your first, what you couldn’t miss, what people loved to look at, what they loved to sit under, were those colorful umbrella. Like every detail at every restaurant Diane Power owns and operates, the umbrellas were always clean and never faded. They symbolized everything that Pico offered: quality. And Pico flourished their for years. Tourists, conventioneers and San Diego residents all associated Pico with the umbrellas. And came back again and again.
Fast forward to 2005. Diane loses her lease after 25 years. But if you know Diane you know she is tenacious and committed to her restaurants. Casa Guadalajara which had opened in 1995 stayed in Old Town. She found new homes for the two of them that were forced to relocate. Casa de Bandini went north to Carlsbad and Casa de Pico went East to La Mesa. And the Pico umbrellas went east to La Mesa as well. And the people followed. If you live in San Diego east of the 15 freeway you probably are like the majority and don’t go to La Mesa often, if at all. The umbrellas have changed that. Many San Diegans now head east on the 8 freeway and see the still beautiful and colorful umbrellas in the Grossmont Center.
Pico is located at 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa. Call us at 619-463-3267. We’re celebrating our 40th Anniversary for seven months, so ask what the specials are when you arrive. Come and enjoy the food, the mariachi music, the festive atmosphere, the birdbath margarita’s…and the umbrellas. You’ll be so glad you did. And for our loyal followers, thank you for being so faithful to us over the years. We appreciate each and every one of you.
To see our menu, get directions and learn more about the best La Mesa Mexican Restaurant, go to www.casadepico.com.
Casa de Pico’s Outstanding Menus for Restaurant Week in San Diego September 16-21
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Casa de Pico Keeps On Winning Awards! Thank You!!
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What a couple of great weeks it’s been for Casa de Pico!
First it was winning the San Diego Union Tribune’s Readers Choice Award for “Best Mexican Restaurant in San Diego” as selected by its readers. Now Casa de Pico has taken two first place (GOLD star!) awards for both “Best Mexican Restaurant & “Best Outdoor Dining” by the readers of the East County Californian!
The fact that we’ve won San Diego County awards and East County awards is a testimonial to how diners throughout all of San Diego enjoy the food and ambiance of Casa de Pico. We take pride in every detail, from the food we prepare, the wonderful ambiance both indoors and out, and the great staff we have that loves serving you. We couldn’t have won these awards without your support and we want to thank you for your loyalty over the past seven years that we’ve been in the Grossmont Center in La Mesa. You’ve followed us out east when we moved from Old Town and we truly appreciate your loyalty.
We look forward to serving you for many years to come. Thank you so much.
Casa de Pico Voted San Diego’s Best Mexican Restaurant!
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Thank you to everyone that voted for Casa de Pico in the San Diego Union Tribune’s 2012 Readers Choice Awards. We were voted the Best Mexican Restaurant in San Diego and we can’t thank you enough!
Don’t forget our $7 off for 7 Great Years in La Mesa Coupon which is good throughout September.
We appreciate all of you so much. Thank you for your loyalty and to many of you for following us from Casa de Pico Old Town to La Mesa.
Casa de Pico voted San Diego Best Mexican Restaurant 2012!
Please Vote for Casa de Pico…
The Clock is Ticking!
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http://www.sandiegohomegarden.com/2011-12-12-20-29-58/readers-choice-award-2012
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Enjoy our Season Specials at Casa de Pico
0Casa de Pico offers Seasonal creations inspired by whatever the season may be. From summertime’s freshest fruits and vegetables to autumn and winter’s holiday treats, you’re sure to enjoy the variety of special lunches, dinners and treats we have in store for you!
Casa de Pico Grilled Shrimp with Fresh Vegetables. Mmmmm...
To see our complete menu go to www.casadepico.com
