50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Escondido

“This is a very small space with limited seating, but it is also one of the few places I will stand in line. Handcrafted food made to order, and delicious. I have only had the bean and cheese burrito, and it was so well seasoned! This is not a two hands burrito, but well worth it!“

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

“Best Gelato I have ever had!“

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

“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“

“On a recent visit to the San Diego/Escondido area, we ate at Craft and Taco Lounge. Since I’m vegan, it was my pick for dinner, and the Vegan Pastor ended up being my favorite. It was so good that I went back the next evening for takeout. I’ve had tacos across Texas and Mexico, and these were among the best I’ve had.“

“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'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 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!“

“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“

“Our wedding at Rancho Guejito was truly everything we dreamed of, and so much of that is thanks to Nicole and her incredible team.From the very first tour, Nicole made us feel so welcomed. One thing that really stood out to us was how hands-on she was throughout the entire process. We toured many venues while planning our wedding, and at most of them we never even met the owners. Nicole was completely different. She was present, involved, and genuinely cared about making sure our day was everything we hoped for. She is incredibly kind, patient, encouraging, and always so quick to communicate. Every question we had was answered thoughtfully, and she always made us feel like we were more than just another couple on the calendar. That personal connection meant so much to us during such an important season of our lives. On the wedding day, everything ran so smoothly. The property is absolutely breathtaking, beautifully maintained, and our guests couldn't stop talking about how stunning the venue was. We truly felt taken care of every step of the way. If you're considering Rancho Guejito, we cannot recommend it enough. It is an absolutely magical place to get married, and Nicole is one of the biggest reasons why. We are so grateful to have celebrated the best day of our lives there and will cherish those memories forever. Thank you, Nicole, for everything you did for us! 🤍“

“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.“

“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!“

“LOVE going to Mia Marie’s for an afternoon with friends. The atmosphere and view are incredible and the wine is fabulous. On weekends they have live music and wine vendors and we never feel like they’re so busy we have a “2 hour table limit”. Their staff is all incredibly sweet and knowledgeable and the tasting events are fantastic. We stay, we drink, we hang, we enjoy the scenery and music, and it’s always an amazing time.“

“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.“

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

“Best coffee in San Diego!“

“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!“

“Great Neighborhood brewery!“

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

“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!“

“April 2026 Monday noon lunch.
The meal and service were great. They shifted into Outstanding when it came to customer service. Here is a copy (edited) of my thank you note to the Manager, Kevin.

Thank you so much for all of your attention - so rapid, effective and sincerely customer-oriented.

As you are aware, the gift card was purchased elsewhere and the inactivated bonus card mistake had nothing to do with you or your staff. Things happen, that's life. I was prepared to deal with corporate HQ.

Both you and Kaden obviously did everything possible at the time to help us. Your follow-through with corporate was beyond expected. We feel well taken care of.

Thank you for going beyond your responsibilities as the Brigantine manager and simplifying our life.

Oh, by the way - the meal (grilled tacos and seared ahi bowl were both fantastic.)
Compliments to all. OUTSTANDING !

Much appreciated - Daniel (Dan) and Crystal Marler

btw - we've not dined at The Brigantine in ages. Because of your efforts (and food quality) we'll make a point of visiting more often.“

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

“We had a wonderful experience! Everyone was very welcoming and friendly, and the place is absolutely beautiful. We visited as a group of 9 and truly enjoyed our time there. The wine was excellent, and we loved the fruit trees as well. We are visiting from Texas, loved the family friendly atmosphere, we will definitely be back. Highly recommend!“

“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.“

“Everything we ate was excellent!“

“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! 🍔🍟❤️“

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

“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.“

“Excellent, tasty flour tortillas.“

“First time there food was delicious“

“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. 🍀🍻💚“

“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.“

“We had an amazing experience at this Mediterranean restaurant! The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The kebabs were juicy, the hummus was incredibly creamy, and the pita bread tasted fresh and warm. The atmosphere was welcoming and relaxing, and the staff were very friendly and attentive throughout our visit. Everything felt authentic and made with care. Definitely one of the best Mediterranean restaurants we’ve tried, and we will absolutely be coming back again. Highly recommended!“

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

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

“Andy’s reds are superb! A must taste!“

“So good! It's my new fave. I love it here. Get the app too, lots of specials and savings with the app. Great coffee! Some seating. Drive through always looks so full but it moves quickly so don't be deterred. Can park and walk up to window which is also fast. Interesting concoctions, I highly recommend!!“

“Have been a long time fan of Tina’s Deli on twin oaks. Was over in Escondido around the automotive area and looked here for best sandwich near me and saw this saw right around the corner. Had the turkey with bacon on sourdough and was happy! Great ingredients. Very good sourdough. Be back soon.“

“My husband and I decided to come eat here and Kim was our server. I honestly feel that if I needed a kidney, Kim would be there. If my house was on fire, Kim would be the one to rescue me. Kim is sweet, kind, and dedicated. Kim, we love you and we thank you for giving us the best experience we have ever or will ever have. Because of Kim, we have a new found purpose in life and we have found direction. Also, tuna melt with thousand island is bomb. Thanks Kim!“

“Welcoming staff and yummy Froyo😋“

“Chicken Plus will always have a special place in my heart. I still remember when my dad used to take me here back in elementary school — it was our go-to spot for a delicious meal and some quality time together. Every visit was a treat, and even now, all these years later, I keep coming back.

The food is just as incredible as I remember — always fresh, flavorful, and made with so much care. But what really sets Chicken Plus apart is the heart behind it. Syd, the owner, is truly one of a kind. Every time I walk through the doors, I look forward to seeing him. He greets everyone like family and makes you feel genuinely welcome. It’s rare to find a place where the food and the people are equally amazing, but Chicken Plus nails it every time.

If you haven’t been here yet, you’re seriously missing out. Thank you, Syd, for all the memories and for continuing to make Chicken Plus the special place it is!“

“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!“

“Muchisimas graciaa por el pastel de Donas de la graduacion de Chollas Elementary School 2022 quedaron facinados y estaban riquisimas Vicly y miszy las mejores donas de escondido y como siempre muy amables graxiassss“

“great owners!! great food!for!! love the place“

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