Guidebook for Escondido
Shopping
# 1 rated bakery in Escondido
Open 24 Hours 7 days a week
Vast variety of Donuts, twist, and pastries.
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Peterson's Donut Corner
903 S Escondido Blvd# 1 rated bakery in Escondido
Open 24 Hours 7 days a week
Vast variety of Donuts, twist, and pastries.
Westfield North County Shopping Center
272 E Via Rancho PkwyNearest mall
Arts & Culture
-Experience seeing herds of rhinos, giraffes, antelope, zebras, and more roaming natural habitats, a choice of guided safari expeditions, and beautiful walking trails to see exotic animals.
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San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd-Experience seeing herds of rhinos, giraffes, antelope, zebras, and more roaming natural habitats, a choice of guided safari expeditions, and beautiful walking trails to see exotic animals.
The Regal 16 plus IMAX is a great venue for watching movies. They always have the latest movies with a great deal of choices of times.
-Walking distance from house (approx. .5 miles)
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Regal Escondido & IMAX
350 W Valley PkwyThe Regal 16 plus IMAX is a great venue for watching movies. They always have the latest movies with a great deal of choices of times.
-Walking distance from house (approx. .5 miles)
Sightseeing
Take a hike, watch a baseball game, or just hang out! Kit Karson is perfect for taking out your dog, or just having a calm picnic... You can also play Frisbee Golf!! Park is also kid friendly!!!
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Kit Carson Park
3333 Bear Valley PkwyTake a hike, watch a baseball game, or just hang out! Kit Karson is perfect for taking out your dog, or just having a calm picnic... You can also play Frisbee Golf!! Park is also kid friendly!!!
Food Scene
The brewery is located in the South/West area of Escondido. Wonderful location with lots of parking. The Brewery is at the same location as the restaurant and outside sitting area. Do the tour!!
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Stone Brewing
1999 Citracado ParkwyThe brewery is located in the South/West area of Escondido. Wonderful location with lots of parking. The Brewery is at the same location as the restaurant and outside sitting area. Do the tour!!
Great handmade Gelato's walking distance from your current location.
Restaurant also sells great coffee and paninis!!!
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EscoGelato
122 S Kalmia StGreat handmade Gelato's walking distance from your current location.
Restaurant also sells great coffee and paninis!!!
Great restaurant in the heart of downtown Escondido. If you want good food for cheap, this is the place. Recommend the French toast!
Suzy Q's Diner
258 E 2nd AveGreat restaurant in the heart of downtown Escondido. If you want good food for cheap, this is the place. Recommend the French toast!
Seriously the best coffee ever.....and they can also make a mean sandwich.....my husband can attest to that!!!
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Kettle Coffee and Tea
119 E Grand AveSeriously the best coffee ever.....and they can also make a mean sandwich.....my husband can attest to that!!!
If you love burgers, beer, and socializing this place is perfect for you. Burger Bench is located in the heart of downtown Escondido. Best time to go Burger Bench is on Friday nights from 5pm - 9pm during Crusin' Grand. You won't be disappointed.
The also have a great weekend brunch from 8am - 11am!!!
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Burger Bench
237 E Grand AveIf you love burgers, beer, and socializing this place is perfect for you. Burger Bench is located in the heart of downtown Escondido. Best time to go Burger Bench is on Friday nights from 5pm - 9pm during Crusin' Grand. You won't be disappointed.
The also have a great weekend brunch from 8am - 11am!!!
Best mexican seafood & grill restaurant in Escondido!!! Los Panchos Mexican Grill typically has great deals on Groupon as well!!!!
Los Panchos Mexican Grill & Seafood
915 S Escondido BlvdBest mexican seafood & grill restaurant in Escondido!!! Los Panchos Mexican Grill typically has great deals on Groupon as well!!!!
If you are looking for cheap but good a hole in the wall restaurant this is the spot. This restaurant is literally 100 yards (2 min walk) from the house.
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Lourdes Mexican Food
650 S Escondido BlvdIf you are looking for cheap but good a hole in the wall restaurant this is the spot. This restaurant is literally 100 yards (2 min walk) from the house.
Essentials
Vons Pharmacy
6951 El Camino RealBest grocery store in the area!!
Trader Joe's
1885 S Centre City PkwyOther grocery nearby grocery store.
Smart & Final Extra!
6235 El Cajon BlvdLower end grocery store.
Everything Else
Tucked away in the hills of Escondido Cordiano is a gem. The drive up the windy road is beautiful.
-Great wine, and even better views of Northern San Diego.
-A must for all grown ups!
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Cordiano Winery
15732 Highland Valley RdTucked away in the hills of Escondido Cordiano is a gem. The drive up the windy road is beautiful.
-Great wine, and even better views of Northern San Diego.
-A must for all grown ups!
Once of the few places in San Diego where you can ice skate. If you are a ice skater or want to work on your hockey skills this place is a must!
Ice-Plex Escondido
555 N Tulip StOnce of the few places in San Diego where you can ice skate. If you are a ice skater or want to work on your hockey skills this place is a must!
Great place to hang out with the kids.
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Queen Califia's Magical Circle
3333 Bear Valley ParkwayGreat place to hang out with the kids.
Entertainment & Activities
Open Friday nights, 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., April–September
www.cruisingrand.com
On Friday nights a time warp hits downtown Escondido! The streets are filled with strolling people of all ages, while a parade of pre-1970s vintage cars slowly cruise up and down Grand Avenue. All kinds of vintage cars—from American Hot Rods, Classics, Antiques, and Customs—help make seven blocks of Escondido the place to be on Friday nights!
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Cruisin' Grand
North BroadwayOpen Friday nights, 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., April–September
www.cruisingrand.com
On Friday nights a time warp hits downtown Escondido! The streets are filled with strolling people of all ages, while a parade of pre-1970s vintage cars slowly cruise up and down Grand Avenue. All kinds of vintage cars—from American Hot Rods, Classics, Antiques, and Customs—help make seven blocks of Escondido the place to be on Friday nights!