150 Grand Cafe 150 West Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-738-6868, Enjoy exquisite dining while at this cafe that offers eclectic, innovative menus that feature terrific California cuisine. 

Champion's Restaurant 117 West Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-747-0288, Known for having the best pie in town, this family restaurant serves old-fashioned, homemade American cuisine and delicious desserts. 

Bistro 221 221 East Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-737-7398, Award-winning Chef Kent Daigle offers a fusion of Continental Cuisine with a Southern Flair in an elegant but casual dining atmosphere at this bistro that also offers all of your favorite cocktails, wines, and beers. Entertainment is offered on Friday and Saturday evenings.  more... 

Delight of France Bakery & Bistro, A 126 West Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-746-2644, An authentic French bakery that serves bistro style food and fresh baked items, all in a warm, comfortable atmosphere. 

Arista Cafe & Bistro 427 North Escondido Boulevard, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-745-5461, A European cafe and gallery that features an espresso bar and serves and array of unique sandwiches and desserts. 

Metaphor Cafe 258 East Second Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-489-8890, A long time favorite local coffeehouse that offers an espresso bar, light and healthy cuisine, and performances by local talent. 

Continental Delicatessen 120 South Kalmia Street, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-745-8007, Situated next to the Patio Playhouse, this restaurant offers a large assortment of Dutch and German specialty dishes. 

Downtown Deli 138 West Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-743-6498, This delicatessen features 31 different, freshly made sandwiches, as well as burgers, sodas, and smoothies on the menu. 

Vincent's Sirinos 113 West Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-745-3835, An elegant restaurant that serves award-winning California and French cuisine, including seafood, duck, pastas, salads, and fine wines. 

Dominic’s Italian Restaurant 391 North Escondido Boulevard, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-480-1704, This Italian restaurant serves excellent Italian favorites and hard-to-find specialties and desserts. 

Joe's Italian Dinners 403 West Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-489-6835, An intimate restaurant that offers a full menu of authentic, gourmet Italian cuisine, such as pastas and spaghetti, complemented by an outstanding wine list. 

Dominguez Restaurant 250 West Woodward, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-737-6727, This family restaurant treats guests to delicious Mexican favorites, including burritos, tacos, fajitas, and much more. 

Flores Mexican Restaurant 503 West Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-735-5715, This Mexican restaurant serves seafood, posole, birria, and much more on its extensive menu and it also features a big screen TV and meeting rooms. 

La Tapatia Restaurant & Cantina 340 West Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-747-8282, Escondido's landmark Mexican restaurant, this restaurant specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine and it features a full bar, live music, and patio dining. Catering services are available. 

Brigantine Restaurant 421West Felicita Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025, 760-743-4718, Enjoy exceptional seafood and American cuisine in a beautiful nautical atmosphere while at this restaurant that offers dining available in the lounge or on the lush garden patio. more...