Best Lunch Restaurants in Escondido

fantastic experience. host smiled with her greeting. Anne our server was pleasant, respectful and efficient. macadamia nut crusted mahi was piping hot. brusselsprout chopped warm salad was fresh with a tiny pop of spice. Hess pinot was perfect. mud pie for bday was delish! patio seating was delightful.

It was a nice visit to Stone. We always enjoy the food and drinks there. Our server was Jack, who was excellent and provided great service.

What a great time. Yeah. The day before Valentine’s Day—that’s when the real ones, the ones who aren’t amateurs, take their honeys out. And yep, the food. Seriously, the cioppino. The Swiss is known for its lobster bisque, but this was on another level. The shrimp popped in your mouth, the salmon was so good my girl had to take some home just because we were stuffed. And the next day? After a long day fighting traffic, that salmon was still incredible. The waiter? Amazing. Don’t remember his name, but man, he was memorable—one of the best we’ve had. Super personable, we clicked right away. And the mussels in the cioppino? The sea bass? Wow. Only thing missing? Music. I know it was a Wednesday, but come on—North County has enough ambitious musicians who would play for free. Just someone with a guitar, Monday to Sunday. That’s all.

We came to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Our waiter, Ricky, was attentive and informative, and let us dine at our own pace. We ordered the Brie "starter", two non-alcoholic drinks, the Atlantic Salmon, and the Short Ribs, with carrot cake for dessert [on the house for our anniversary] . Definitely get the all of the above. The presentation was great, the main courses were hot, and cooked just just right. And they have the best popovers. We have dined there several times before, and will be going back again, and will ask for Ricky to be our waiter. Maybe next time for Date-Night Tuesday!

Be sure to make reservations ahead if you want to dine at the Watering Hole. You are on OPEN TABLE so of course you will. The setting is covered outdoors overlooking an African Plain. Wow. Be sure to bring a designated driver so you can enjoy one of their signature cocktails. My Short Rib hoagie was tender and full of flavor. The flatbread looked amazing. The grilled cheese and mushroom sandwich was Umami delicious. BE SURE TO MAKE RESERVATIONS.