Best places in Escondido

Discover the best places in Escondido, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 396 places in the city.

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EscoGelato
Ice cream shop
Busy counter-service joint offering gelato & sorbet in inventive flavors, plus coffee & panini.
$ $$$
4.80 (871 reviews)
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In-N-Out Burger
Hamburger restaurant
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
$ $$$
4.70 (5.5K reviews)
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Peterson's Donut Corner
Donut shop
Stalwart, busy dessert shop serving donuts, pastries & ice cream, open 24 hours most days.
$ $$$
4.70 (3.1K reviews)
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Sunny Side Kitchen
Sandwich shop
Mom-&-pop counter serve offering morning & lunchtime panini, salads & housemade baked goods.
$ $$$
4.80 (543 reviews)
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Pho Saigon Express
Vietnamese restaurant
Vietnamese eatery serving everything from hearty noodle soups to spring rolls & rice plates.
$ $$$
4.70 (1.5K reviews)
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Home Sweet Home Cafe
American restaurant
Comfy daytime diner with a counter serving old-school American breakfast, burgers & sandwiches.
$ $$$
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
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Daley Ranch Park
Nature preserve
Conservation area featuring 20+ miles of trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding, plus views.
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
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Holiday Wine Cellar
Liquor store
👍👍 Holiday Wine Cellar is great. They provide an extensive catalog of wine, beer, and spirits. Many rare and interesting finds. The wine socials on the first Wed of every month is a lot of fun. I highly recommend that you check that out. Lastly, the best part is the staff. They are very knowledgeable a...
4.80 (457 reviews)
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Craft and Taco Lounge
Taco restaurant
Chill, unfussy restaurant serving tacos with varied meat, poultry, vegetable & seafood fillings.
$$ $$
4.70 (985 reviews)
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Lord Puffer Tobacconist
Tobacco shop
👍👍 I stopped in for some pipe tobacco and was amazed at the selection of cigars. I eneded up buying my tobacco and after being welcomed to sit with a bunch of guys sitting down smoking cigars, I went back in a bought a fat stogey and sat around for 20 min. The guys are friendly and the owner and employ...
4.90 (270 reviews)
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Blue Mug Coffee & Tea
Coffee shop
👍👍 Dang, talk about customer service. These guys are different, something special. They care about their customers and they look like they really enjoy their jobs and enjoy each other. This is so refreshing. It’s not just a coffee you’ll be getting here, you’ll be made to feel like family. The coffee i...
$ $$$
4.80 (382 reviews)
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Daley Ranch Dixon Lake
Park
👍👍 Loads of trails and wildlife to enjoy. We came on a Fri and it wasn't busy at all. The homestead area is pretty neat with old farm equipment and building and There is a restroom and picnic tables in that area.
4.80 (382 reviews)
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Rock n' Jenny's Italian Subs
Sandwich shop
Family-run deli with outdoor seating serving Italian cold cuts & other sandwich choices.
$ $$$
4.70 (646 reviews)
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Kit Carson Park
Park
Park with many hiking trails, 3 ponds & several sports fields, plus a 5-acre arboretum.
4.60 (2.7K reviews)
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Burger Bench
Hamburger restaurant
Breakfast, gourmet burgers & other casual fare with a local focus in an industrial-chic setting.
$$ $$
4.60 (2.2K reviews)
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Grand Comedy Club
Comedy club
👍👍 I’ve been to my fair share of comedy clubs across the country, and I have not found any place better than Grand! I’m constantly recommending this club to friends because they don’t have a basic “two drink minimum” like other places, it’s a two ITEM minimum… with a pizza place attached! It doesn’t ge...
4.80 (333 reviews)
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H Brothers
Restaurant
👍👍 Amanda & Lydia are both amazing hostess. This was our first time trying H Brothers. The food was delicious and full of flavor. The customer service is second to none. Can wait to go back here next week. This place is a gem!!!
$$ $$
4.70 (574 reviews)
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California Center for the Arts, Escondido
Art center
👍👍 My kids enjoyed the Christmas northern lights event. The man-made snow play was the highlight! Plenty of parking and the event is free.
4.60 (1.8K reviews)
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Farmer Boys
Fast food restaurant
Counter-serve chain for made-to-order burgers & breakfast items, many made with local ingredients.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.6K reviews)
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Pegah’s Kitchen
Brunch restaurant
👍 Food was good, service was quick. Short wait to be seated, but it was on a Sunday morning. Staff was very polite. Coffee was refilled very quickly. Bathroom is a little run down, but usable.
$ $$$
4.60 (1.1K reviews)
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