Restaurants in Escondido

“We arrived around 3 pm on a Saturday. It was not crowded at all, it began to get full once we were done. The waitress was honest & insightful 👌 the flavor was good! My kids and I enjoyed it. Will be coming back for sure!”

“best chicken fried steak and gravy this side of El Paso”

“Best Gelato I have ever had!”

“Ava our server was just so amazing! Such a great attitude and got our food/ beverages out in a timely manner. Definitely would give that girl a raise!”

“Tacos were delish. So many people and there was even a food blogger filming so you know its good. As the food is soo good I hope they expand the restaurant to add more sesting”

“e well, she is a managers. They’re very friendly and outspoken and really nice people. 😊”

“Cassandra was absolutely amazing and helped me figure out which spice heat was the appropriate level for me. I’ll be coming back DHC chain because of her! Incredible employee!”

“First time eating here last weekend. I LOVED it!! I was asking myself “and why haven’t I eaten here before?”. Definitely will try again. Had the chicken teriyaki, maybe will try the steak next time, or the combo plate. Only wish they would have provided two teriyaki sauce cups, but asked for extra and received with a smile.”

“Craft & Taco was so delicious! Pescatarian, vegetarian & vegan options available. I had the Avotaco vegan option with tempura avocado & chipotle aioli. So filling & super flavorful!! Definitely returning. Guacamole was spectacular too.”

“I had an absolutely delicious iced matcha latte at Blue Mug yesterday. The matcha flavor was superb and it was perfect for the heat wave. The bathroom was clean, and the staff was friendly. It was very nice inside and a great place to grab coffee, a pastry, or a sandwich. I cannot wait to go back.”

“I recently had a fundraising event and Sunny Side was such a great choice for catering. After I sent an email, I got a call back and we walked through the order and right sized it. The guests really enjoyed an artichoke quiche, strawberry chicken salad and three types of mini cookies. Everyone raved about the food. It was all packaged up to be easy to serve. I would highly recommend working with Sunny Side on your next catering need!”

“Seniors portion is just right. Nice servers & good food .”

“H Brothers – 5★ Review

H Brothers is an excellent spot that consistently delivers great food, quality service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Their menu offers a variety of flavorful dishes made with fresh ingredients and cooked to perfection every time.

Whether you’re ordering a signature meal or a classic favorite, the flavors are bold, satisfying, and well-balanced. Portions are generous, and the quality remains consistently high, making it great value overall.

The staff is friendly, attentive, and efficient, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience from start to finish. The casual, comfortable setting makes it a great place for both quick meals and relaxed dining.

If you’re looking for reliable, delicious food with great service, H Brothers is definitely worth visiting. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

“Best pizza and kind employees. Great place to get the pick-me-up we need from this crazed world.”

“It was about noon as I left my Doctors office and feeling a little hungry. I say Pegah’s Kitchen next door and gave it a try. The staff were all very professional. I had their Italian omelette and if I had to rate it on a one to 10 scale with 10 being the best, I would give it a 12. This is the Vista location. Highly recommend this place for breakfast and lunch, as they are not open for dinner.”

“Fast. Friendly service always delicious burgers n fries”

“Muy buenos tacos y excelente servicio de el personal hoy en 05/01/2022,los contrate para un evento especial,excelentes tacos con tortillas hechas a mano,toda la comida en general fue excelente incluyendo el personal muy amables,volveré a contratar este buen servicio en otra ocasion”

“Great vibe and great food! Nice staff members too. Lots of fun dishes to try like the Indian street corn and some tasty drinks like the mango spice! The samosas are huge and so flavorful. Will be back to eat more when I have more time to eat a full meal!”

“Great atmosphere and tasty wine! You get the best views when you visit this winery! love it 😀”

“Great food. we tried the chicken fried steak and eggs, theeeee cheesiest quesadilla, and I also tried the fish taco, carnitas and carne asada taco. man, talk about filling...Staff was friendly and checked on us often...Great spot to enjoy some great food”

“We celebrated my husbands birthday. This is one of our favorite restaurants. The swordfish is amazin as were the porkshops and mahi! Don't leave without having the mudpie! Staff was kind and professional. Defintely worth trying out next time you are in the area.”

“Incredible folks out here at James. Really a locals-only gem in Escondido. Pastries can't be beat; the cortado gives me hope. ☕️🥐”

“Best coffee in San Diego!”

“We were nearby Rockin Jenny's and decided to just pop in after seeing so many people going in. We ended up ordered the Turkey Sub 9 inch. Super super good. Totally unexpected but it was one of the better sub sandwiches I had in a while. What was really good was the Italian dressing, that really made the sandwich and I would totally buy that if they sold it separately. Nice employees throughout the store and great food! Would definitely come back again and would love to try to the other sandwiches.”

“I've been eating at Joe's for about 20 years, and I still love his food. I was there 2 weeks ago and the food was outstanding. I usually order the Eggplant Parmigiana and it was even better than the last time. I'm grateful that he has his restaurant and offers us great food to eat. Thank you Joe!”

“As someone with a soy and sesame allergy, it’s hard to find places to eat that can accommodate. Elmisa Cafe easily accommodated my allergens- their bread comes certified soy and sesame free from the baker- and their ingredients are fresh! Try the Rula, you won’t regret it!”

“The food is amazing. Had their new Grinder Sandwich and it was soooo good. The salad was fresh and the ingredients were plentiful. Great meal and great atmosphere. would highly recommend.”

“Always great food fast service and very friendly”

“Super chill place! I was really impressed with the fig flatbread. Can’t wait to try other menu items :-)”

“Yes. Highly recommend. Alicia and Luis from Esquedas Produce Strawberries Avocados. Finds us off frwy 15 deer springs mesa rock Drive. Join us cool people.”

“We came in after a hard day loading and wanted A great meal they went ahead and made our food even thought it was closing time, they could have told us they were closed! What awesome customer service, beautiful and very clean restaurant! Delicious food! Thank You for your hospitality! I wish I could give you 100 star rating!”

“We really enjoyed the combination of the prix fixe menu (Italian that night) with the wine and other drinks. The portions were perfect size with all the courses, and the preparations were fresh and intriguing. Service was top notch. It all came together as a delightful experience. We plan to come back and try other menus as they change.”

“Ali Baba has been my favorite Middle Eastern spot since I was a kid. The food is always so fresh, authentic, and full of flavor .... the kind of place where every bite feels like comfort and tradition wrapped together.
Their vegan and vegetarian options are just as thoughtful and delicious as everything else, and the meat is incredibly flavorful and perfectly seasoned. There are so many options that even the pickiest eaters will find something they love.
It’s one of those places that never disappoints .... consistent, welcoming, and always a delight.”

“Hello beautiful, I've seen quite a handful of your comments on my post and I just wanna go out of my way to appreciate those people whose comments and good wishes encourages me and I hope to bring you guys so much entertainment 2 Thanks a lot, I feel honored and blessed to have an amazing fan like you. Kindly name 3 of my songs you love so much...”

“I am a bit disappointed with recent winery messaging/policy. These changes seem to make the winery setting more exclusive and less welcoming to families. I have NEVER been dissatisfied with the wine. Just a little disappointed in the pull away from families and inclusion.

New review: I am the biggest fan of this winery. I have recommended this winery to literally all of my friends and family. I have never enjoyed a winery more than Domaine. I love most Domaine wines, which is very telling for a self-proclaimed wine snob. At most wineries I Iike two or three wines. At Domaine there is no wine I do not like. I especially like their Rincon del Diablo and Syrah. In addition to their scrumptious wine, the staff here have never waivered in their kindness and accomodations.

The missing star and slightly critical review is hopefully part of larger growing pains. My kids used to come here and feel so welcomed. They could stretch their legs and roam a bit (supervised). We could search for tadpoles or ask staff for the owl puppet or drive the tonka trucks through the olive orchard. It was a pretty special place for our teacher friend group to relax and have their kids enjoy outside at the same time. Seeing the new signage up discouraging supervised child autonomy is beyond disappointing. I enjoyed this winery as it always felt like family. It felt like home. It was uncomplicated and comfortable. Their dogs roam free and my kids, behaving with respect, were also permitted to do the same. Closing out areas to kids is beyond regrettable and makes me less inclined to continue membership (even given my 10 plus years of membership and their delicious wine). Unfortunately I am going to consider if it's worth it to be a member of a place that is seemingly inhospitable to half of my family. I wonder if they will make a separate section for families / dogs or if they will continue to slide towards exclusionary spaces.”

“Awesome spot for good food. The portions are big, the food is tasty, and the people are really friendly. What more could you want from a great local spot for quick, delicious food. This is a pic of the lamb gyro. It’s massive. Fork for reference. The meat was cooked and cut perfectly, veggies are fresh, everything was fantastic.”

“Best fresh Margaritas in town. Good food for take out or dine in . Highly recommend the margaritas”

“Used to work here as a driver, but that’s not influencing what I’m about to say. This is the best pizza in North County imo. On the more expensive side? Sure, but if you’re cool with that go for it. Mushrooms/pineapple for the win!”

“We eat here at last once a month, the food is delicious and fairly priced. The service is excellent and the atmosphere is comfortable. We love the chef salad, chili, fish tacos, chicken parm, fettuccine Alfredo, burgers, chicken fried steak, and ice cream (with lots of caramel sauce)!”

“BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK
Been going here for years, since highschool on a bike up until now living in Mira mesa; I still go here for the service and the absolutely crazy big portions you get for how little you pay!

Owner remembers me to this day and food is just as good as it was years ago. Wontons are always a must cuz they’re super light and crispy!! Drinks are p big too”

“The best food in town for Mexican. An amazing Sunday brunch. I can never eat all I want”

“Had a bridal shower for 25 ladies and Frank and the staff took good care of us ….. excellent food and wine and loved the Sangria. Perfect day on their patio to celebrate !!!”

“Great local wines especially the Sangiovasi and friendly people... (most expensive tasting in the region for three tastes even though the Sangiovese is outstanding)”

“The sushi was fresh but the servings are pretty small. The regular 7.95 tuna roll was about 2/3 the size of what I'm used to. The Heart roll was really good and all I wanted was more.”

“Greg the host at the front was cool and professional, he greeted us with a big smile and sat us at a nice booth next to the bar. Tone is the bartender‘s name and he was actually our waiter as we sat close to the bar . He was very attentive, very professional and friendly. The food was absolutely awesome. I ordered my favorites as my wife did the same. we had our niece and nephew with us. The breadsticks and chicken gnocchi soup were divine. I had the stuffed chicken masala, and it was absolutely delicious ! I love Olive Garden food and sometimes I just can’t get enough. I left very stuffed lol !!”

“Fierro’s Pizza catered our staff party and absolutely crushed it. The setup was seamless, the staff was professional and kind, and somehow hot, delicious pizza just kept appearing… and then immediately disappearing thanks to my very happy guests. Everyone was fed, full, and thriving. They even left us late-night bites, which was a heroic move. The food was fresh, tasty, and the setup was clean and cute, not your typical chaotic pizza situation. For context, we had about 25 people, everyone was stuffed, and we still had leftovers. I’d hire them again in a heartbeat and would recommend them to anyone throwing a party who wants zero stress and very full guests.”

“They have always had great food and reasonable prices for the size of burritos they give you i like to get the carnitas burrito $14.00 thats with tax included its pretty big size the salsas are good but wish they werent so watery but ya breakfast burritos are also good $10.19 with taxes good size i drive up from encinitas to get their food..They have a salsa bar inside as well with carrots lemons red and green salsas”

“I live in Temecula but every time I head south to San Diego I stop here in Escondido the food's good and they haven't raised the prices. So outrageously high like most places you can get a bean and cheese burrito and a quesadilla for about 10 bucks and that's plenty of food”

“This Jack in the Box always has the best service! I have never gotten bad service from them💜”

“Honestly I am really grateful with everyone at this Restaurant for providing the food that I order today.
Everyone at my job was pleased
Thank You so much for preparing our food in such short notice
Happy Hollidays
12/16/25”

“The drive thru line was crazy long so I decided to park and go inside to pickup my mobile order, the main entrance to the restaurant was blocked with cones so I had to go around to the side of the building to get inside. Was quite busy when I went there but food was great. 👍”

“This facility is always clean, and the staff is friendly.”

“Friendly attention, good atmosphere and delicious food.🥳🥳”

“Fresh sushi. I loved the fish selection. If you want the freshest fish, this is a go to place.”

“Great sandwich’s Great Bread! The roast beef with dressing and cheese! The best! Everything is good!”

“Everything we ate was excellent!”

“Such a beautiful property and very nice people. We stayed two nights there ( Harvest Host members) and enjoyed our time. Loved being able to pick oranges to have for breakfast in the morning.”

“This bustling place has been growing. I’d love to see one or two up North in Oregon. Good skate parks and beers. Or maybe I just have enjoy the SOCal that much.”

“Every time I go to Escondido Surfing I have a great experience and the manager is very personable!!!”

“I use drive thru all the time. Everyone is great! Friendly, thorough, knowledgeable, and helpful!! The food I get is always perfect! It's healthy. My numbers are super good. I skip the breads and get lettuce wraps, that and their grilled chicken salad is so good! Usually lasts 2 or 3 meals!!! I highly recommend Farmer Boys!!!”

“Excellent, tasty flour tortillas.”

“I went to O’Brien’s for the first time today. My Mother-in-law highly recommended the restaurant so I could meet my friend. The food was delicious. The service was great- Thank You Sarah and team. I am so excited to try the different types of breads and pastries. O’ Brien’s is known for their delicious breads, especially sour dough. If you are in the San Diego area, differently check out this restaurant! Sit down and relax with your favorite cup of coffee or tea with a sweet pastry, great bread or something from their delicious menu.”

“I told the blonde young lady that it was my first time going there and she really hooked me up she was very friendly and also were the rest of the co-workers and they made me one of the best drinks I've had in a long time she made my day by being so kind and making good drinks”

“Family owned! Great speakeasy vibe with lots of cool steampunk designs. You can even buy your own steampunk glasses and hats here! They mostly serve just alcoholic kombucha and 1 rotating local beer on tap, and like 2 non-alcoholic kombuchas. All of their kombucha is good with unique flavor profiles for each type. I love all their lemonade versions - tastes like actual lemonade to me, and they use cool fruits in their kombucha like dragonfruit! If you like it, they sell bottles, and can also bottle one for you then snd there. They usually have live music Friday and Saturday and events throughout the week. The vibe is definitely worth coming in and having a drink.”

“Good food and service boat noodle is a must”

“First time there food was delicious”

“I really love California Fish Grill in Cypress for dinner forever!! ☺️☺️🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️💖💖💖💕💕💕💕💞💞💞💞💞💓💓💓💓💓💓💗💗💗💗💗💗💗🍽”

“Veronica, our server, was the absolute best and was so attentive to our needs. We really appreciated her service, she was SUCH a sweetheart. Huckleberry also has the best breakfast steak and coffee. 😋”

“This is a fun place I recommend going here often,the food is awesome and it's a good place to hang out with friends,family and kids.”

“I have written a yelp review about their food. I love their plum sauce and that’s saying quite a bit as I am not a fan of the usual sweet side sauces. This one is different though. Their Pad Kee Mao or spicy noodles is honestly so good. Their noodles aren’t mushy (they are perfect) like so many restaurants have let them get, and their food is always served hot.”

“I found JR'S TACO SHOP about 3 months ago. I just love the food there. I have had just about every thing on the menu and i loved 90% OF THE FOOD AND LIKED THE OTHER 10% I JUST GLAD I FOUND IT. THAT WAS THE BEST WRONG TURN I HAVE EVER TAKEN. THANK YOU JR'S TACOS”

“Food food food! Their food is delicious!!!! Tacos are authentic!!!”

“The mango smoothie is delicious, and the portion sizes are excellent! Whenever I’m craving a smoothie, I always pick Farm Fresh. The gentleman at the front of the store (I believe his name is Frank) is extremely kind and outgoing. If I could rate it 6 stars, I would.”

“I had such an amazing experience at Ramen Milk! The atmosphere is cozy and modern, perfect for a casual but elevated dining vibe. The ramen was absolutely delicious — rich, flavorful broth, perfectly cooked noodles, and super fresh toppings. You can really tell they care about quality and detail. The service was just as good — friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. Everything came out quickly, and the staff made great recommendations. Honestly, one of the best ramen spots I’ve tried. I’ll definitely be coming back and bringing friends. Highly recommend if you’re craving something comforting but high quality!”

“This is a fantastic place to eat, lots of choice of homemade food. We enjoyed every meal we ate (3 days), staff are fantastic and very welcoming, it was very quiet when we visited but that is because it was early evening. Dont put off by the outside and how quiet it is!”

“really great authentic traditional Mexican food. guacamole is top notch, bean and cheese is classic, carne asada is tender and juicy, cooked just right. tortillas also perfectly cooked. casual table service, clean seating environment. without a doubt, this is my new go to spot”

“We only had burritos, but holy cow! This is a gem. We live in L.A., and I honestly might drive down here for lunch again. This is the kind of business that should be patronized during these times, so that it survives to provide REALLY GOOD FOOD.”

“My favorite pub since 2010 or so. Always a great time. Hoping to go more often and also for takeout since they are one of the best restaurants in town as well. 🍀🍻💚”

“Love there tacos. They are delicious 😋. They have a big variety”

“This is super convenient. Simply order online, and they bring the order to your car. I don't believe they have any indoor or outdoor seating. Only to go. But for takeaway, it's perfect.
I had the Ceasar Chikin wrap. It was tasty.”

“Love love love all food...
Acaia bowls ..matcha bowls....smoothies unimaginable even with protein...
My favorite sandwhich is house chicken ..
Mexi Cali fresh place !!”

“There so delicious. I was full with just one. I suggest you taste for yourself!!”

“My husband ordered me a carrot cake for my birthday- I love carrot cake 🥕 This was the best carrot cake I’ve ever had. The cake was moist and the frosting was the perfect consistency. Thank you!”

“the tiny brewery that cranks out awesome beer! all outdoor seating, a modern version of Cheers!”

“Great beer, fun people, they have comedians, live music, drone events, and are dog friendly. A must stop for your beer drinking needs!”

“The employee who took my order was excellent. Answered my questions regarding a special. Was very polite and professional. Sorry I didn't get his name.”

“Bar area not so great. Food good but not atmosphere”

“I loved the food it was so delicious good i just came to visit my family from San Jose in Northern California Southern California was so beautiful tell next Time🌶🌮🌯🌮🌶😋”

“I'm usually really scared to try Taro Milk Tea at boba places outside of my local ones, but this one was really great!!! The person who served me, Alexa, was also really nice and sweet, and was also really patient when I was hesitating on what to order lol. I hope to come back again whenever I'm in the area!!”

“I love Pizza Amore because of ho the pizza tastes and how the owner makes almost every pizza, I also really like the aesthetic, the service, and the way it smells like the crust of the pizza.”

“Everything ❤️love her my boo”

“Awesome, Most Delicious tamales! I ordered 2 dozen day after Christmas ... they were being made and they stayed open so I could pick them up!! These are the BEST tamales!! My new 'Go-To' ...🤗”

“Soy. Un cliente. Q. Frecuenta. Mucho. Este. Restaurante selos. Recomiendo muy. Deliciosa su comida Grasias. Por todo.”

“This is my FAVORITE Mexican food in all of North County. The food is AMAZING, horchata is amazing, the employees are really kind and I appreciate that they are following COVID guidelines not letting anyone inside...food is either ordered to go or there are a few tables outside you can sit at. Definitely recommend ❤️”

“The food is always delicious and the staff is helpful. There’s maybe an eight minute wait from the time you order tell your food is ready. My go to place when I don’t wanna cook”

“Friendly staff and great value. While the kabob is definitely not bad, it is not as good as some other places that charge more. For the price you are paying, it is good. The dolmeh was actually good. I would recommend this place but if you have had kabob at nicer places just set your expectations.”

“Pizza was delicious! Especially the ricotta meatball, I'm definitely coming back for that one. Giant size pizza is a great deal also. Service was very good and they were very sweet people. LOVED it”

“I ordered an omelet with ground beef. It's enough for two breakfasts. I would season the ground beef, but theirs was plain. I enjoyed it with mushrooms and onions. I asked for no cheese and add green chilies. The egg was perfectly cooked. It came as ordered. I would go back for the exceptional service and well made food.”

“I work there and love my job. Not perfect, but that's fine. Let's correct some facts from this site. I stand with Russia, we do NOT wear face diapers, and I'll find another job if face diapers are required.”

“I guess I'm going to have to start checking my orders before I leave the drive-thru. I asked for a beef-and-bean burrito meal but only go the French fries. Usually this location gets everything correct. Not today.”

“I haven’t been to the Bamboo House since we moved out of state in 2016. We really miss their food! We ate at the Bamboo House for over 20 years and never had a bad meal. I wish they would open another place where we live now.”

“best chicken fried steak and gravy this side of El Paso”

“Love their BBQ ??? It’s the best I’ve had ‼️ Reminds me of being back home I South Carolina and North Carolina…….”

“Great place! All the people who work there are very friendly and helpful. They go out of their way to provide friendly and courteous services. Their meats are excellent and priced very fairly. I am there 3 or 4 times a week. If you are ever in the area give them a try, you will not be disappointed.”

“This place was a 10 upon walking in. Super Friendly and welcoming staff and great lunch specials. Portion sizes are opulent and food quality is superb. I happened upon this place, and will be a frequent patron. I highly recommend the Caterpillar roll.”

“We reached out to Big Dev to provide BBQ for our Emloyee Christmas lunch. The portions were grat and the food was beyond delicious. Tri-Tip melting in your mouth. Chicken moist and tender. Ribs with the meat sliding off the bone. Rice, Potatoe Salad, Baked Beans, and Mac-n-Cheese. It was fantastic. Big Dev shows up with his BBQ in tow and the smell is heavenly. Call him for your next corporate or family event. You will not be disappointed.”

“Have loved this place! Great food..just be prepared to wait for it. Great music & really nice having concrete flooring now Need to remove poisonous Oleander plants & get oscilating fans to eliminate so many flies!!!”

“We came in after a hard day loading and wanted A great meal they went ahead and made our food even thought it was closing time, they could have told us they were closed! What awesome customer service, beautiful and very clean restaurant! Delicious food! Thank You for your hospitality! I wish I could give you 100 star rating!”

“The food is DELICIOUS I Love this place I recommend it”

“I love living in Champagne Village! Great, interesting, musical, and warm hearted community!! You can’t beat it!”

“Always awesome service and yummy drinks especially hot weather in Escondido. Way better than any boboa places. Worth the try”

“I had such an amazing experience at Ramen Milk! The atmosphere is cozy and modern, perfect for a casual but elevated dining vibe. The ramen was absolutely delicious — rich, flavorful broth, perfectly cooked noodles, and super fresh toppings. You can really tell they care about quality and detail. The service was just as good — friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. Everything came out quickly, and the staff made great recommendations. Honestly, one of the best ramen spots I’ve tried. I’ll definitely be coming back and bringing friends. Highly recommend if you’re craving something comforting but high quality!”

“Best pizza and kind employees. Great place to get the pick-me-up we need from this crazed world.”

“A very nice place for lunch at Safari Park. We had the flatbread, it was different and tasty. The views are excellent. It gets busy so Open Table was great to have.”

“Fast. Friendly service always delicious burgers n fries”

“Veronica, our server, was the absolute best and was so attentive to our needs. We really appreciated her service, she was SUCH a sweetheart. Huckleberry also has the best breakfast steak and coffee. 😋”

“Seniors portion is just right. Nice servers & good food .”

“e well, she is a managers. They’re very friendly and outspoken and really nice people. 😊”

“Love there tacos. They are delicious 😋. They have a big variety”

“Cassandra was absolutely amazing and helped me figure out which spice heat was the appropriate level for me. I’ll be coming back DHC chain because of her! Incredible employee!”

“Hello beautiful, I've seen quite a handful of your comments on my post and I just wanna go out of my way to appreciate those people whose comments and good wishes encourages me and I hope to bring you guys so much entertainment 2 Thanks a lot, I feel honored and blessed to have an amazing fan like you. Kindly name 3 of my songs you love so much...”

“wow!! great food, great experience! order inside and then go outside and watch them cook it fresh!!!”

“best chicken fried steak and gravy this side of El Paso”

“Craft & Taco was so delicious! Pescatarian, vegetarian & vegan options available. I had the Avotaco vegan option with tempura avocado & chipotle aioli. So filling & super flavorful!! Definitely returning. Guacamole was spectacular too.”

“I love the salads 🥗 always fresh”

“This is a fun place I recommend going here often,the food is awesome and it's a good place to hang out with friends,family and kids.”

“Incredible folks out here at James. Really a locals-only gem in Escondido. Pastries can't be beat; the cortado gives me hope. ☕️🥐”

“I ordered a Vanilla Bean Latte and an almond croissant. They taste great, a little sweet.

I wish they close a bit later. 2pm feels too early to close. Very good ambiance and very friendly staff.

A lot of seating space and good place to work.”

“The vegetable momos were delicious. Nice outer dough with right amount of chew. Fresh light flavorful inside. The filling sauce was also great.

Sag aloo was some of the best I've had. Very savory. Potatoes weren't overcooked.

The dal was very good. Nothing special, just done well. It's on the thicker side for consistency but I like that.

The roti was excellent. Didn't taste like dirt how it does at some restaurants.

The ambiance was OK but could use more airflow. Maybe some more decorations. And the front door should look more like a front door.”

“We go to Best Pizza and Brew often. The dough is great, pizza is so good. For the gluten free people, they offer gluten free crust and I have been told it is very good. The staff is friendly and efficient. When we feel like making our own pizza, we stop in and buy their dough balls. We are always happy customers.”

“I ordered the salmon plate. The hot sauce dressing (a vinaigrette) was delicious, as was the rest of the food! My only complaint is that the portions are too small for the price.

I moved to Escondido today from Carlsbad and wanted authentic Greek-style food, so I tried this location that popped up on maps. The chef is kind.”

“The staff is always welcoming and attentive—not just when you walk in, but throughout your entire visit. The food is consistently fresh and delicious, and I love the variety of customizable options that let you make each meal your own. I find myself craving this place often and am so glad to have it here in Escondido.”

“BBQ chicken would taste better if the skin was removed macaroni salad was pretty good. The healthier plate of BBQ chicken was supposed to come with side of green salad but upon receiving the order it turned out that they don’t carry it. It looked pretty appetizing on the picture menu. So a bit of a bummer. The food came out pretty quick though.”

“Best burger I’ve had in a long time, and I love that they use quality ingredients. Garlic fries and cucumber-mint lemonade were also amazing. I definitely will be back often! 🍔🍟❤️”

“We went last week and liked it so much we're going back today!”

“Looked for a brewpub in the area for dinner before going out and decided to try Bear Roots Tavern. We were both pleasantly surprised. The beer selection was limited but complete as they offered good examples of each type of beer. Best to stick local as they support small breweries. Overall great experience, friendly and helpful staff. Will come back.”

“Ten Gu Ramen offers a variety of delicious ramen dishes including Kimchi Ramen, Fried Chicken Ramen, Black Garlic Ramen and traditional Tonkotsu Ramen just to name a few. I have tried several and have enjoyed all of them. Service is friendly and quick. I suggest Ten Gu Ramen as a great place to scratch your ramen itch.”

“I couldn’t have asked for a better experience at FIFTEEN 360. We came in for a Sunday afternoon meal and the paella was the absolute star of the show—truly delicious and authentic.

We paired it with a fantastic Espinosa wine, which was the perfect recommendation for the flavors of the dish. Great food, wonderful atmosphere, and even better company made for a perfect weekend outing. If you're looking for quality Mediterranean flavors, this is the spot!”

“Great service and perfect to watch the game. Generous delicious servings. We got the potato skins and sliders. Very nice decor and comfortable”

“A Hidden Gem Near Welk Resort – Don’t Let the Renovations Fool You!

While staying at the Welk Resort—which isn’t exactly known for its dining options—my husband and I ventured just a couple miles down the road to Oaks Bar and Grill, and we’re so glad we did.

The first thing you’ll notice is the fluttering BBQ signs that help you spot the place easily. The restaurant is currently undergoing renovations, and admittedly, the interior atmosphere might not immediately draw you in—but trust me, persevere. The food more than makes up for it.

For dinner on Mother's Day, I ordered the pulled pork sandwich with a side of fries and, on a fellow patron’s recommendation, the potato salad. I’m usually not a “double potato” person, but I’m so glad I listened. The pork was perfectly tender, lightly sauced so the flavor of the meat shone through, and incredibly satisfying.

My husband went for the Korean BBQ options on the menu and ordered the bulgogi plate with fried rice and kimchi. We were both blown away by the taste and quality—so much so that we decided to return the next day. The kimchi was so good.

On our second visit (for breakfast around 10:00am!), the chef—who seemed to be a Korean mama and clearly knows what she's doing—recommended the spicy Korean pork. We both ordered it, and it was nothing short of phenomenal.

We also ordered take-out bulgogi and kimchi to take home for dinner! It was nicely packed up and excellent reheated.

There’s also a full bar onsite, and during the day, the space seems to serve as part of the golf course pro shop. While the setting may still be in transition, the food here is next-level and truly makes Oaks Bar & Grill a hidden gem in the area. We’ll absolutely be back!”

“tried their chicken Ceasar salad at the Brewers game. so yummy.”

“tried their chicken Ceasar salad at the Brewers game. so yummy.”