I've driven by many times over the years and always wondered about it. Until now. I also wasn't…read moresure if you needed to be a member, but you don't. A friend of a friend was celebrating her birthday and singing for open mic night. She invited us to go. I really did not know what to expect but I did know that it was a neighborhood bar atmosphere. Parking was ample and we were able to park in front. You could hear the music from the outside and the doors were open. They also have a nice little patio that advertised they had had a barbecue earlier in the day. We walked in the front door to this very eclectic small bar and made our way to the front to find our seats with the birthday girl. The tables and chairs were tightly packed, and it was a little challenging to navigate. It was quite loud, but people were clearly having a great time. It was a fun atmosphere and lots of people were dancing. The musicians kept rotating out and different genres were performed on a very crowded stage. You can tell it's a locals' favorite spot and people seemed to know each other. It was definitely an older crowd that night as well. It's a funky little dive bar with a great energy (at least the night we went). They have a calendar of events on the wall behind the bar. They have different kinds of music and different foods depending on the night. If I am in Encinitas and wanting a drink or non-pretentious environment, I would return.

Great place, great Americans who share some of the most amazing stories. Worth your time to stop…read morehere!

My initial dealings with them were good/ok but then they ghosted me. I did my initial with just my…read moreVSO (which i recommend) and got 60, i got two denials that didnt make sense. I will say VETCOMM helped me with getting one of the two corrected. the issue i have is they ghosted me then on two things they made mistakes on. one should have been obvious (i claimed loose bowls with the VSO they put it in as a new primary rather that fix the suplemental. i had to go to reddit to figure out how to fix it because they ghosted me after fixing my migraine issue (moved it to secondary). i cant recommend them because they were no help fixing the issuses that they had me submit. no even advice after the one cleared. i give them 3 stars beccuse they met their requirements by getting me 10% more (migraines and the PTSD fix moved me to 80%) but i did expect to get ghosted as soon as i hit 10% more. i wish i just had one more text with here is what i needed to do.

I do not recommend using Vetcomm to help you achieve your VA disability rating because they are…read moreOverpriced, Disorganized, Questionable business practices, and implement a toxic work culture. OVERPRICED: They will charge you $1497 for their "Advanced VA Disability Course (OTP)", $2100 (3 monthly payments), $2400 (6 monthly payments), $1795 (Other than honorable), and $600 for extensions (if you want to try a second round to increase your rating). What you are technically paying for is the online course/video; not them doing the work for you. If you want someone holding your hand (especially if you are elderly and technologically challenged) this is not the best option for you in my opinion. Also, this payment is due upfront. If you cannot afford it, they will pressure you to use Klarna, Afterpay, Paypal, Cashapp to get a short term loan from them to use for this product. These companies will run your credit and typically give you a decent rate if you have credit over 650 FICO. They do guarantee a moneyback guarantee if they cant get you a 10% increase if you go through their program unless you are already at 90% or trying to change your OTH (other than honorable) rating. In that case they will try 2-3 rounds and if they can't help, you lost your money. DISORGANIZED: One hand does not know what the other hand is doing. Its a very top heavy medium sized company where the CEO (Kate Monroe) rules with an Iron hand. The overall group is alot of nice folks (especially the few veterans they have employed there). You might luck out and get a sales person who actually cares for you, OR get someone who will just go through their script to find out how to sell you THAT DAY! They are under tremendous pressure to sell, sell, sell... Everything else comes second. Do not be surprised if you talk to someone who has never served, has no clue how to relate to a veteran but is constantly pushing you to sign up THAT DAY! QUESTIONABLE BUSINESS PRACTICES: Their whole business model is toting a narrow line between getting more sales while technically not breaking the law. They do this by selling you a product (online videos, etc) rather than services which only VSOs can do. Once you are signed up, they will schedule you with an appointment to help you set up zoom (going forward that is how you will communicate) and make sure you can login to the VA website. sometimes it can take up to a month for this first appointment which a lot of veterans find frustrating. Your second appointment (could be another month or two out) will be with a "claims expert" who will go over your conditions and see what you should file for. Your mileage may vary. I had one person who had no clue and another (Marcel) who was extremely knowledgeable. Unfortunately I do not think he is with Vetcomm anymore. VA themselves can take up to 3 months for the overall process but Vecomm could add an additional 2-3 months (per round) for the overall process due to all the waiting. The good news is that once you have filed your LOI (letter of Intent), the VA will back pay you for all the time you waited for your approval (up to 12 months). TOXIC WORK CULTURE: It is very stressful to work there. You are under constant pressure to make sales. The CEO does not care that most Veterans, especially who are older, retired, on SSI cannot afford to pay this huge sum upfront. So she constantly threatens the employees that they will lose their job if the team does not sell 100 veterans that day (Even on days like Christmas EVE). So, even though most of the staff who work there are genuinely nice people, they cannot give the veteran their best as they are under contact stress to sell, sell, sell... They train how to sell, how get someone to borrow from their family, friends to sign up VS actually listening to the veteran and see how they can help them. In conclusion, I think its a shame that this company who had a lot of potential to do really well for all veterans chooses the almighty dollar as their main objective. If you are decent at technology you can do the same thing yourself by watching some good youtube videos, using ChatGPT/AI to help you and save yourself tons of money. If you are not good at technology and need some hand holding, this might work for you if you don't mind paying upfront, are patient, but then again they don't really hold your hand during the process; you still need to do the work - they just advise you on what to say or not to say. Other options to consider are Attorney, VSO (i.e DAV, American Legion) who are pro-bono. Also look into VeteransAI who I heard as 96% success rate. Good luck on your journey and wish all of you success!

@Ruthie and the entire REE Medical staff were absolutely amazing!…read moreThe timeline from when I paid until I received my completed DBQ's (with detailed upload instructions) was around 5 months 2 weeks. The VA took around four months to get me my decision. The entire process was roughly 9 months 2 weeks long. I'm very fortunate to receive an increase in my Disability Rating!! They're well worth the price tag for the assistance. It takes REE Medical a little too long to get your DBQ(s) back but, you can not argue with their results!! The REE Medical staff were to assist me every step of the way. Not one time I felt as if I was just a "customer." I felt supported by them and felt like they're actually there to help Veterans get the disability claim that they need and deserve.

This is an update to my review of REE Medical. In addition to the reviews I left on Yelp, Google…read moreand the BBB, I also sent a review to REE Medical. I received an email from what a "Compliance and Quality Analyst." I have attached the email I received. Though she addresses what I had stated in my email to REE Medical, besides the fact they are not offering any type of refund be it partial or full for that particular claim, but they do not even offer to review the knee claim or assist me in any way with a resubmission. To me the letter is just lip service, it has no value. As I stated in my reviews and in the email to REE, I have no more trust in REE Medical and their services. They obviously do not assist you after the fact. Take the money and run as soon as the DBQ(s) are sent to you it would seem. I will not use their services again. DO NOT TRUST THEM.

Russell, Kathy, and the team at Veterans Transition Support, I humbly thank you all for your love…read moreand support! The loving and caring of giving back to all of us veterans! Your time, dedication, and support to fellow brothers and sisters in arms as well as spouses is the utmost, absolute most professional care I've known and received! You all have helped hundreds in getting and pursuing exciting careers allowing us to find jobs and provide for our families! Thank you all so much for giving back to those who gave all! Thank you for your service to our country and our veterans! I love and thank you guys for providing this goldmine of certifications for us!

From the owner: Veterans Transition Support's (VTS) mission is to bridge the gap between the civilian workforce and…read moreour transitioning military service members and veterans before they experience transition road-blocks. VTS ensures our military service members reintegrate back into civilian life and the civilian workforce into careers suitable for their level of military experience and economic sustainability. This is achieved by providing service members with effective tools to translate their military experience into recognizable civilian job skills, civilian certifications to transfer military experience into its civilian counterpart, identifying needed training to fill skill gaps and one on one mentoring in four critical areas required to sustain a successful transition: Career Development, Cultural Adaptation, Obtaining VA Benefits and Education Planning. The VTS goal is to seamlessly transition all military personnel who enter the Veterans Transition Support program prior to leaving military service through individual mentoring, career management, counseling, and weekend and evening programs that close skill gaps and provide networking opportunities with civilian hiring managers.

I've been to a lot of gyms over the years, but nothing compares this one. Amy the owner is truly…read moreone of the most knowledgeable and caring professionals in the fitness industry--hands down. Even though the workouts are in a group setting, they're always thoughtfully tailored to your individual needs and fitness level. It's clear there's a deep understanding and intention behind every movement and program. Every trainer genuinely cares, not just about your performance, but about your quality of life and long-term progress in and out of the gym. You're not just another member--you're part of a community. The atmosphere is also incredibly welcoming, fun and supportive. The programming is consistently challenging and effective no matter your background or goals. It's everything you need in a gym--and so much more. Highly recommend!

I've been training at MVMNT for 6 months now, and the transformation has been incredible. When I…read morestarted, as a almost 50 year old male, sitting at 43% body fat, barely active, and honestly feeling lazy and unmotivated. Fast forward half a year, and I'm now working out 5 days a week, feeling stronger, more mobile, and full of energy. My mobility and movement have drastically improved, and I've gained lean muscle while losing body fat, I'm fitting into clothes that hadn't fit in years and feeling more confident in my everyday life. I'm stronger both physically and mentally. My cardio endurance, flexibility, and overall strength have all improved dramatically. I actually look forward to every workout. Amy (the head coach) is such an amazing coach and person who genuinely cares about your well-being. She meets you exactly where you are and helps you progress safely and effectively. Every class feels like a personal training session. She's fully aware of my mobility limitations, makes smart modifications, and teaches techniques that build a strong, lasting foundation. Her approach ensures that you're not only getting fitter but also moving better and preventing injury. All of the coaches here are fantastic, knowledgeable, motivating, and supportive. They create an environment where everyone can succeed, no matter their fitness level. I've been to nine gyms in the past five years, and this one is by far the best. The community here is uplifting, supportive, and motivating, everyone encourages each other to keep showing up and doing their best. My health was going downhill before I started here, and I wasn't looking forward to turning 50. Now, I'm excited for the future, for my health, and for how I'm thriving again. Six months strong -- and I plan to be here for many years to come.

All items have fresh quality ingredients. Great salads! I will be one of their regular customersread more

From the owner: I specialize in representing veterans as an accredited VSO with the VA. I assist in all matters…read morepertaining to veterans benefits and related matters. I offer legal consultation as well.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about the Encinitas elks lodge! I grew up going to the elks…read moreand I love that I can continue coming in as an adult! As a member, there are many advantages (member pricing and access to member only events), however they have many public events including Bingo Wednesday evenings, family dinners Thursdays, live music & dancing on Friday nights and various special events over the weekend. Sunday often consist of football and brunches during the day, and dancing with Marty's big band at night! The elks is also available for rentals and they do an amazing job, as the staff is personable and accommodating to all different types of people!

Fun place and good vibe Played a private party there and it…read morewas loads of fun Great parking, location and nice staff Highly recommend this Elks lodge