Restaurants in Escondido
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Best Restaurants
“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!”
“Great atmosphere and tasty wine! You get the best views when you visit this winery! love it 😀”
“This was a nice neighborhood restaurant. The prices were reasonable and the food was prepared well. The service was adequate given it was Mother's Day. Reservations are recommended for indoor or outdoor seating.”
“Fresh sushi. I loved the fish selection. If you want the freshest fish, this is a go to place.”
“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!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Ksenia and Zaryna catered a beautiful birthday event for us and we’re so pleased. Ksenia really listened and took into consideration all preferences. She went above and beyond to create a memorable set up and a flawless experience for our guests. The food was fresh and flavorful. Definitely recommend this company for your big and small catering needs!”
“Walked in hangry and walked out of extremely satisfied. I’ve had Mediterranean food before but none like this place. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars. Would definitely be coming back again. I wish I didn’t live 100 miles away 🥲”
“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.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Dave’s Hot Chicken in **Escondido** is an absolute must-try. From the moment you walk in, the vibe is energetic and welcoming, and the food lives up to the hype. The chicken is always hot, juicy, and packed with flavor. The sliders are perfectly sized, the fries are crispy and seasoned just right, and the signature sauce ties everything together.
Bgreat service friendly, fast, and genuinely made the experience better. He was helpful with recommendations and kept everything moving smoothly even when it was busy. Great food plus great service is a winning combo, and Dave’s Hot Chicken Escondido definitely delivers. 🌶️🔥”
“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.”
“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.”
“I've loved this place for over 2 decades now! It is my favorite sandwich shop! It has such a great locals vibe and it's easy to see the people like working there. I stopped eating meat in 2018, but every now and then I let myself cheat with a Rock n Jenny's 9 inch turkey with the works!!!”
“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!”
Outdoor Dining
“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”
“I've heard about this place from my Escondido friends. Finally had an opportunity to go there myself... I was not disappointed! Place has a cool vibe that goes nicely with their interesting menu of comfort foods. The staff was all incredibly friendly and welcoming. Our food was served fairly quickly (parmesan crusted chicken sandwich was yummy) and they checked with us several times to make sure we were happy. As we left the restaurant, at least three staff members thanked us for coming. I would definitely go back!”
“Cindy is the most kindest soul there is.
She takes the spotlight.
Her service and attitude is not only a one-of-a-kind but they feel sincere.
Oh yeah — and the fries are good too of course.
You guys have a moral and professional responsibility to reach out to her and remind her of how amazing her service is...or else 😤💪🤣”
“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!”
“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!”
“Loved the whites but not a huge fan of the reds (opposite of normal) It is a busy place, large with multiple sitting areas and was very popular the Saturday we were there with live music. Unfortunately only one place to get a glass or continue your tasting and waiting in line, mostly while one pour-er talked to one guest, got a little old and took away from the experience. Food truck on site serving pizza and related food was very good.”
Online Reservation Available
“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!”
“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...”
“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.”
“Always fantastic... We have been coming here since we moved here over 10 years ago.. We have never been disappointed.
Excellent pizza and really friendly staff.”
“Loved the whites but not a huge fan of the reds (opposite of normal) It is a busy place, large with multiple sitting areas and was very popular the Saturday we were there with live music. Unfortunately only one place to get a glass or continue your tasting and waiting in line, mostly while one pour-er talked to one guest, got a little old and took away from the experience. Food truck on site serving pizza and related food was very good.”
“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.”
“From the moment I walked in, I was warmly welcomed by Kim, who provided outstanding service from start to finish. She was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and gave great recommendations.
I started with the biscuits and gravy with sausage links, then had scrambled eggs with corned beef hash and fries, and finished it off with a cinnamon roll to go. Everything was fresh, hot, and absolutely delicious.
Kim was attentive the entire time, always checking in and making sure my drinks stayed full. Her positive attitude and genuine hospitality truly made the experience even better.
10/10 — I would definitely recommend this place and will absolutely be back!”
“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 !!”
“Best fresh Margaritas in town. Good food for take out or dine in . Highly recommend the margaritas”
24 Hour Restaurants
“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”
“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”
“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. 👍”
“Incredible food and excellent service ! Everything is perfect! Michelle and all staff are so amazing ! Thank you for having us and offering such delicious pasta and pizza! Thank you all and happy holidays!!!”
“Amazing food and atmosphere. Love the low lighting. Very comfortable for our date night. Owner/ staff was so friendly and made out experience even better. Duck was my favorite”
Takeout Restaurants
“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.”
“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”
“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 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.”
“Went recently after watching a movie with my family and happened to stumble on this shop since it’s beside the theatre in the shopping centre. Once we got inside we were immediately greeted by the staff and were graciously guided through the menu. From aesthetic milkshakes to tasty chocolate covered strawberries they had a variety of options for everyone in the family. My mother ended up trying the Dubai strawberry cup with chocolate drizzle and pistachio cream drizzled throughout the cup. The cup was made with a good ratio of strawberries and drizzle where each bite had a bit of everything. My brother ended up ordering lava cake with vanilla ice cream, it was a covered in dark chocolate and had a very decadent smell. The ice cream given to us was a very big scoop which let every bite of the lava cake pair with the smooth ice cream. I was particularly interested in the build your own experience as they provided a variety of options to create the best product for each person exactly how they want it, making it unique for everyone. I ended up enjoying the mini pancakes covered with dark chocolate drizzle and I learned they serve Belgian chocolate which is my favourite. The store was clean and the atmosphere was nostalgic with the rock feature wall. The staff was very friendly and patient, doing their best to satisfy their customers. Overall would recommend and will be coming back again with my friends”
“We enjoy the friendly, fun atmosphere of Hernandez Hideaway. The Mexican food is excellent, service quick and friendly, and the drinks powerful. We have a great time each time we go.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“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 come here for the prime rib special every Friday. I don’t have anything else to do on fridays. So I just eat prime ribs here on fridays. No clubbing, no friends, no video games, not even a bingo night. I just eat prime rib here on Fridays. Life could be worse tbh”
“I checked out Mexico Lindo on South Juniper Street in Escondido recently and was really impressed! First from the outside, such a beautiful tree lined sidewalk and nostalgic façade. There is also parking and an entrance in the rear. This family run establishment could not have been more homey and comforting. Very old-school plastic covered, vibrant Mexican tablecloths, tables dotted with crusty bottles of hot sauce and so forth. The place is really a throwback to a bygone era in dining. Worthwhile visiting just for the vibe. The service itself was outstanding. Warm, friendly, welcoming, and personable. I felt like part of la familia the whole time.
The menu here features many of the Mexican restaurant basics like enchiladas, burritos, tacos, seafood, etc. I ordered the enchiladas, one cheese and one chicken. Both come smothered with their delicious, richly flavored mole sauce. Topped with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and crema. Such an excellent dish despite the enchiladas being rather conservatively filled. Not sure if they have chips & salsa service here but I wasn’t offered any. My Modelo Especial was served in a bottle, nicely chilled with a side of lime wedges. I look forward to visiting again soon. Highly recommended if you haven’t been.”
“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!”
“Went there last night for my birthday. The food was amazing. The best dinner I have ever had. Thank you!”
“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 !!!”
“Excellent Chinese restaurant! The food was fresh, delicious, and very well prepared. The crispy rice soup was flavorful with the perfect texture, and the cashew shrimp was outstanding. I also really enjoyed the house noodles. The restaurant was very clean, and the atmosphere felt familiar and friendly. The prices were good and very reasonable. Great service and a wonderful dining experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!”
Cheap Eats
“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 !!”
“I actually learned of Altipiano Vineyard and Winery on the PBS program, Fresh Glass, several months ago and took special notice since I had plans to visit San Diego. I’m so glad my son, his wife and I came here! First of all, just picture the perfect San Diego Sunday afternoon. The weather was gorgeous, even the traffic cooperated. We each had a flight which consisted of 2 of their award winning reds, and a really nice prosecco. I do not pretend to be a wine connoisseur, but I know what tastes good to me. Everything we tasted was delicious, of high quality and was elevated over the top by the atmosphere and hospitality of the owners Barbera and Dennis, as well as our hostess. We had an awesome time. Highly recommended!”
“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.”
“Really beautiful wines and a gorgeous view. We loved everything poured, reds and whites.
The winery is located up a relatively bumpy road past a sign reading "dead end, private road". You're going the right way with a great reward at the top!”
“Great food. Authentic. Hot and fresh food by this family owned business.”
“This place makes the best Tonkatsu ramen (and probably the best ramen period) of 5 different joints I tried in my area including 3go, Ramen Mik, Mirin Cafe, Akita restaurant. The broth tastes the best and they have a special marinated soft boiled egg that no other place knows how to do (so good I order an extra egg). I get mine with chashu (grilled pork) which is also superior in flavor and preparation than all the other places. If you want Japanese ramen, look no further.”
“Lugar atendido por los dueños, súper cálido, amigable. El ambiente es tranquilo y acogedor. El servicio genial y atento. La comida una delicia, artesanal, hecho con productos frescos! Recomiendo!”
“Always a pleasure dining here. Everything on the menu is delicious and have never left unsatisfied. Clean restaurant with a nice ambiance. Probably my favorite restaurant. Try the baklava for dessert! They also offer takeout.”
“The sushi is absolutely amazing! I haven't gotten sick once from them, where I have at other sushi places. Service is timely, pickup orders are always ready when they say it will be. I go to the Escondido location 😊”
“Love the food and atmosphere here. Hard to get great service these days, but Mike's BBQ never disappoints. Thank you!”
“Theresa was honestly the most dedicated waitress I've ever had the pleasure of being served by. As a waitress myself, I truly appreciate how attentive she was, her genuine care, and how she consistently went above and beyond. It made for a really wonderful experience.”
“This was my first time visiting Stone brewing directly restaurant That stuff is very friendly good food I highly recommend it”
“The food is awesome, was a couple dollars short and the cashier said don't worry about it... Very friendly, very clean, awesome customer service.... Yes I rang the bell......”
“Excellent food. Fries can be a bit soft at times, but the wings themselves are well sauced and easily competitive with similar locations. Highly recommend trying.”
“Cadillac Margaritas, Red Snapper, everything was great at a great price!”
“Primera vez plató estaba rico pero duraron mucho mucho tiempo 😏segunda vez lo pedimos para recojer y estaban bien quemados nomas tirados en la caja y decidimos quedarnos a comer y pedimos otro plato igual y mucha mejor presentación pero duran mucho tiempo pienso que deberían tener mas personal y ser más atentos”
“I'm a bit on the fence about Chuck e cheese Escondido only cause they don't do kid check when you go in or out. Pizza 🍕 was great and salad 🥗 yummy as usual.”
“I’m a little bit biased only because I work at the San Diego zoo Safari Park and what is the best places to eat is here at Thorn Tree they have hamburgers too even french fries too whatever you like you could actually check out their mail if you put it in Thorn Tree Terrace in Google and it will show you out the menu. It’s a great idea and a great opportunity even download the app if you have to have a great when you guys great place to eat at the San Diego, Zoo, Safari, Park, any of the locations”
Latest Reviews
“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.”
“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!”
“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!”
Most Popular Restaurants
“Dave’s Hot Chicken in **Escondido** is an absolute must-try. From the moment you walk in, the vibe is energetic and welcoming, and the food lives up to the hype. The chicken is always hot, juicy, and packed with flavor. The sliders are perfectly sized, the fries are crispy and seasoned just right, and the signature sauce ties everything together.
Bgreat service friendly, fast, and genuinely made the experience better. He was helpful with recommendations and kept everything moving smoothly even when it was busy. Great food plus great service is a winning combo, and Dave’s Hot Chicken Escondido definitely delivers. 🌶️🔥”
“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've loved this place for over 2 decades now! It is my favorite sandwich shop! It has such a great locals vibe and it's easy to see the people like working there. I stopped eating meat in 2018, but every now and then I let myself cheat with a Rock n Jenny's 9 inch turkey with the works!!!”
“Cindy is the most kindest soul there is.
She takes the spotlight.
Her service and attitude is not only a one-of-a-kind but they feel sincere.
Oh yeah — and the fries are good too of course.
You guys have a moral and professional responsibility to reach out to her and remind her of how amazing her service is...or else 😤💪🤣”
New Restaurants
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
Recommended
“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!”