50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Escondido

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

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“My husband and I were on our way home from San Diego and wanted something delicious for lunch. I Googled “best restaurants in Escondido” and H Bros was on the list with a 4.7 ratings. Well it should be a 5 in our opinion! Starting with the young man who greeted us…..happily answered questions we had about the menu, gave us ice water and offered us to have a seat to review the menu before ordering at the counter. After we ordered and got our food (Philly cheesesteak sandwiches and homemade potato chips) we were checked on twice by the nice young man and a pleasant young lady! The food was amazing! We could tell that they put a lot of effort into preparation and it was served hot! We will be returning in the future!“

“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! 🤍“

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

“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!!!“

“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.“

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

“We always love going to the Brigantine Excellent everything!!! We go frequently to Happy hour also. The general manager is always checking on his guests and very personable.. thank you to him also. We will definitely be back. Great for Escondido to have such an excellent place to dine out.“

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

“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 think they have the best middle Eastern food in the county. I love their rice. Platters are huge and you'll get three meals out of it - two if you're a big eater! I don't know what they're called but the pickled veggies (part of platters) are amazing and so it their baba ganoush. There is plenty of parking.“

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“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.“

“Everything we ate was excellent!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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! 🍔🍟❤️“

“This is the only place to eat in the mall. It’s healthy, Whole Foods, no processed food. And it’s tasty. I get the pioneer plate with chicken, beef and Gyro, and add rice or not depending on my health goals. Anyway, if you care about your self and loved ones, stay away from the other places here and get Pioneer! Also I love I can run through the field and park to get there. Great spot!“

“One of the best vegan fast food type joints you’ll find. Typical menu of burgers, chicken sandwhiches, fries, milkshakes, etc. The burger and chicken patties are delicious, especially the buffalo chicken sandwhich. In fact, all of their condiments are so good I wish I could buy large containers of them for home. Oat milkshakes are fantastic. This Escondido location is take out only, ordered through the app.“

“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 ❤️“

“This is an amazing winery. Stumbled upon this gem after spending the day at the Safari Zoo Park. Wonderful wines (didn’t taste a bad one and hard to choose a favorite) and ambiance. Loved it so much that we became members of the Thirsty Kettle Club and shipped 6 fabulous bottles home. We spent some time talking w the owner, Jeannine…so personable and a true class act. Told us of the story of how they came about, what an incredible family story. To Mike the winemaker: great job!! Your bottles are fabulous!!! ❤️“

“Lovely outdoor seating, staff was knowledgeable, and the wines are delectable and smooth. They are dog friendly for outdoor seating but be warned, there are three winery dogs who roam free; so don’t bring dog reactive dogs here. Otherwise, this is a fantastic winery to visit. They offer small shareable plates to snack on. Kids are welcome but they have to stay inside in a side room (that’s all glass walls so easy to spot). Parking lot is stone and there’s a narrow road to get in so drive slow. Overall, great for tasting or a lovely afternoon“

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

“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“

“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. 🍀🍻💚“

“Good food and service boat noodle is a must“

“I've been going to this place for years now and it never disappoints. So many Fantastic options to choose from you can't really go wrong with any of them picking a two item with three item plate and the portion that they give you the entrees are very gracious. And even more so if you happen to get in there right before closing time cuz they got to do something with the food. But give him a shot if you haven't done so yet you're missing out this is easily one of the better fast food restaurants in the city so get to it. My personal recommendations are the coconut shrimp and the chicken with mushrooms pretty much my go-to order every time I go here.“

“We had a wonderful family dinner at Chin's Gourmet and were thoroughly impressed from start to finish. The chef's recommendations were absolutely outstanding - every dish was packed with flavor and prepared perfectly.

The dumplings were some of the best we've had: fresh, delicate, and incredibly flavorful. The green beans were exceptional, cooked to perfection with just the right balance of seasoning and texture. The rice dishes were equally delicious and complemented everything beautifully.

Beyond the food, the service was attentive, welcoming, and made our family feel right at home. The atmosphere was comfortable and inviting, making it a great place to enjoy a meal together.

If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Chinese cuisine and aren't sure what to order, trust the chef's recommendations-you won't be disappointed. We look forward to coming back again soon!

Highly recommended!“

“First time there food was delicious“

“Awesome food and exelent service 👌“

“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!“

“Hot And Fresh And SUPER Tasty 💯“

“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!“

“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!!!“

“Great experience bringing 6 of my grandkids for a weekday lunch. I called ahead so the pizza would be ready when we arrived and it was. Older kids got everyone's drinks - staff was really helpful with them. Delicious pizza - my favorite in Escondido - and plenty to take home for leftover summer lunch. Clean, easy parking, nice and cool inside.“

“Best chicken soup!! All the daily specials are great! Flavorful food at a reasonable price“

“very good f the price 💰👌“

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

“What a fantastic experience! The atmosphere was so cool. It was super busy but they moved people through quickly. The food was amazing! I mean truly, I have not had a meal that delicious at a restaurant in a long time. The staff was kind, attentive and I could not have asked for a better meal experience. Will definitely be back next time we are in town! My only disappointment was wishing there was one closer to me.“

“Very good mini tacos, had that pollo asada and carne asada. Both were stuffed with meat and yummy. Tried to order mini fish taco but they only serve full size. It also was good, cream was a little on the sweet side which was unusual. They only serve bottled water which was disappointing. Overall, would go again.“

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

“Delicious and great price. Owner is really nice!“

“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!“

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