Food scene
Once local brewery that has now expanded world-wide. Known for their IPAs, be sure to get the pretzel appetizer and the poke nachos!
232 locals recommend
Stone Brewing
1999 Citracado ParkwyOnce local brewery that has now expanded world-wide. Known for their IPAs, be sure to get the pretzel appetizer and the poke nachos!
Local gelato shop with some of the best ice cream in San Diego! We recommend the pistachio and the stracciatella
22 locals recommend
EscoGelato
122 S Kalmia StLocal gelato shop with some of the best ice cream in San Diego! We recommend the pistachio and the stracciatella
Brigantine
3263 Camino Del MarBest. Fish. Tacos. The end!
Vintana Wine + Dine
1205 Auto Park WayUpscale dining establishment with a great happy hour!
Locally owned and operated hidden gem with made from scratch pastries and some of the best breakfast in escondido! Do not skip the almond croissant or you'l be sorry!
31 locals recommend
A Delight of France
126 W Grand AveLocally owned and operated hidden gem with made from scratch pastries and some of the best breakfast in escondido! Do not skip the almond croissant or you'l be sorry!
Local winery with live music on the weekends as well as a food truck for bites!
71 locals recommend
Orfila Vineyards and Winery
13455 San Pasqual RdLocal winery with live music on the weekends as well as a food truck for bites!
Barrel Republic
136 West Grand AvenueLocal divey sand-which shop with some of the best Italian subs to-go. We always recommend the original!
Agrusa's Super Sandwiches
1606 East Valley ParkwayLocal divey sand-which shop with some of the best Italian subs to-go. We always recommend the original!
Cenote Grill
1896 W El Norte PkwyDine-in and be sure to enjoy their sangria!
With 3 locations in SD this is definitely a local favorite sushi spot with unique city-specific rolls.
12 locals recommend
Mikko Sushi
1025 Carlsbad Village DrWith 3 locations in SD this is definitely a local favorite sushi spot with unique city-specific rolls.
Sightseeing
The heart of Escondido, this quaint downtown area features many restaurants, drink spots, and antique stores to peruse. If you're staying between April - September be sure to turn out to Cruisin' Grand on Friday nights as dozens of vintage cars park on the streets for people to view. Grand avenue also hosts a farmer's market every Tuesday evening.
Grand Avenue, Historic Downtown Escondido
West Grand AvenueThe heart of Escondido, this quaint downtown area features many restaurants, drink spots, and antique stores to peruse. If you're staying between April - September be sure to turn out to Cruisin' Grand on Friday nights as dozens of vintage cars park on the streets for people to view. Grand avenue also hosts a farmer's market every Tuesday evening.