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"Rolling into La Mesa as a rebrand of an existing Palm Avenue beer bar, Mastiff Kitchen is scheduled to open by the end of the month and will replace Craft Kitchen; Bartlett says it will continue the predecessor's beer-focused program while also offering wine on tap. The menu will revolve around Mastiff's famous housemade sausages—from a classic bratwurst with homemade mustard and sauerkraut to 'Mastiff Fries' (crispy potatoes topped with harissa aioli and cotija cheese)—and will also include smashburgers, dinner plates ranging from beer-braised short ribs to steamed mussels, and square pan pizzas available by the slice or whole pie, with the aim of adding another good takeout and delivery option for East County." - Candice Woo