After a long day of traveling, I landed at Harrahs Rincon. I was starving, and wanted something…read morefat, and What the Cluck looked pretty good. I ordered a chicken sandwich and some waffle fries. The sandwich was good. It had a little too much oil in the breading for me, but the flavor was solid. The fries were really good too! I was waited on right away, and the food came out fast & hot. They have a nice counter with comfy stools to eat at if you want to. It's open to the casino floor, so it can be a little noisy at times. Overall, a good option in the casino!

good stuff & fair price for a casino fast food joint When you don't want to wait in long…read morelines nor want to pay hefty tips while tired of the same old burgers & sandwich joints, give them a whirl. I mean, why the cluck not try 'What The Cluck?' #eatmorechikin

The food was delicious, but the best part of this restaurant was service, specifically, Sandi…read more Probably the best waitress we've ever encountered. We will come back to this restaurant especially to see her and have her wait on us

Gina was an awesome server! She was energetic, friendly, and made our dining experience even…read morebetter. If you're not sure what to order, ask her for suggestions--she'll give you her honest opinion instead of just recommending the most expensive items, which I really appreciated. The food was delicious. I tried the omelette and the guacamole, and both were fresh and flavorful. Great service paired with great food made for a wonderful experience. I'll definitely be back, and I'll be asking for Gina again!

Ok was hungry here at Harrahs and my sis and I decided to eat here. They are very popular, so they…read morehad a line but we still got in fast. It's cute and modern inside with many tables. We had a really good server and he was attentive. Our orders were correct and no issues. I had the California Cobb salad and it was very delicious and filling. Also, their prices are really good. They have special as well from 1-4pm when we went this past Saturday. I will def recommend trying here if you want food or a nice breakfast at Harrahs. Very nice atmosphere and chill. -Marshay D.

I visited the café for lunch and ordered cheeseburgers cooked well done. After taking a few bites,…read moremy family and I noticed that the burger patties were still pink in the center. Concerned that they were undercooked, I returned them and asked that they be remade. Instead of addressing the issue professionally, the staff took the burgers back and returned with the same patties, insisting they were not pink. Although the burgers came back hot, it appeared they had simply been placed back on the grill after we had already eaten from them. If that is what occurred, it is extremely unsanitary and unacceptable. The situation became even more disappointing when the manager was dismissive and treated me as though I was being dishonest. Rather than resolving the issue, she refused to issue a refund. At that point, I no longer wanted replacement food,I simply wanted my money back. Unfortunately, my family became sick after eating the undercooked burgers, making the entire experience even more concerning. Poor food safety, unprofessional customer service, and the refusal to take responsibility turned what should have been a simple lunch into a terrible experience. After many going back and forths with the manager she agreed to give me a refund. I will not be returning, and I cannot recommend this restaurant to anyone. I hope management takes food safety and customer concerns more seriously in the future

This restaurant is located inside the Harrah's So Cal Casino and resort, along with a few other…read morerestaurants including Hell's Kitchen and the soon-to-open Terra y Firma. It's a small-ish space with not a lot of tables and no real ambiance, so be prepared to wait in line at peak hours (there is no dedicated Diamond /Seven Stars line). The menu is extensive and offers a wide assortment of mostly Chinese dishes (common/classic as well as slightly more obscure) as well as some Thai and Korean dishes. We've eaten there twice and were pleased both times. The ingredients were fresh, the food came out quickly, and everything was well-seasoned. The portions are quite large-- for example the hot and sour soup easily feeds six adults. Parking is free in the structure and first floor parking lot. There is no outdoor seating.

Pretty fast service and dishes came out hot and tasty. This is a bait and bustling place so if you…read morewant a quieter dining experience, skip this place. I noticed they also have take out and there was lots of orders being made/picked up. Considering this is a casino, the prices were very reasonable and the portions large. The soup bowl was huge and there was more than enough for 3+ people. Although we come to this casino often, this was our first time at this restaurant. We will be back again as the food was tasty but we will order less! Our group of three ordered one noodle bowl, fried rice and two chicken dishes - kung pao and orange. So much food. They also started with waters and have fountain Pepsi products.

I've never really considered myself the gambling type, but honestly, there is such a rush that…read morecomes with placing a quick dollar bet on a slot machine or playing the table minimum. My husband and I recently snuck away for a quick staycation at Valley View Casino & Hotel, and it was such a nice time. Even though the property is strictly 21-and-over (so not kid-friendly), it gave us a much-needed chance to recharge--even if we did catch ourselves missing our little boy the whole time. The hotel rooms felt brand-new, super clean, and very comfortable. It was so nice coming back to a spotlessly fresh space after spending time downstairs. The casino floor is split into designated smoking and non-smoking sections, which makes moving around comfortable for everyone. They also have convenient complimentary drink stations throughout the floor for quick refills. As for dining, we've eaten at almost all of their spots. From quick bites to sit-down meals, there's always something good to grab. Tips: Sign Up for the Players Club First: Before you sit down at a machine or head to dinner, stop by the Players Club desk. It's free to join, gets you instant match play/offers, and unlocks access to their famous Maine Lobster Buffet once you tier up. Book Hotel Rooms Early: Because the hotel is a boutique setup with limited room counts, weekends book out fast. Plan ahead if you want a weekend overnight stay. Have you visited Valley View yet? What's your favorite game or go-to spot to eat? Let me know in the comments below. Don't forget to LIKE and FOLLOW for more weekend getaway reviews!

I have a service animal and was initially denied entry. They claimed they do not allow psychiatric…read moreservice dogs only seeing eye dogs or guide dogs. When I explained all of his training and then tasks they said he was not "acting like a service dog" and they said they watched footage of us waiting for a minute while they were coming and that he was "pulling on his lead" and "not patting attention" I said I take an accusation like this very seriously and that if they are truly claiming that I want all of this is writing and documentation of him "not acting like a service dog" as well as that video evidence of him not acting like a service dog. I then unfortunately had an episode due to the drama of it all to which my dog tasked and my husband stepped up and took over. They then realized they had messed up, changed their mind and said "we will allow it just this time" Absolutely ridiculous. My dog has gone through extensive training, been certified through two trainers, has passed his CGC and public access and the audacity for a security guard to say he wasn't acting like a service dog because he wasn't looking up at me every single second is ridiculous. They are not robots, he can get stepped on if not careful, he checks in every 10-15 seconds and alerts just fine. They would not show us footage of him "not acting like a service dog" which makes me think they were just lying to try and not allow us entry. I'm only writing this review so others don't feel absolutely awful since the valley view security treats people as the service dog police. I understand people abuse and lie about service animals, but it was quite obvious my dog is trained. To be questioned like a that was awful and just sad. Just be for warned you're going to be questioned like a criminal and may or may not be allowed entry with a service animal.

Before leaving Escondido, I was looking for a lunch spot. Pizza, to be exact, so that I could have…read moresome leftovers for my road trip. After hopping on the trusty Yelp app, I came across Pahua's Bakery & Pizza. I stopped by on a Thursday late morning to place a to-order. Ambiance (2.5/5): Pahua's is no frills. It's definitely more of a grab-and-go type of spot. With it being up in the mountains, I didn't even have any service inside. But anyhow, I was there for takeout so ambiance wasn't important to me. Service (4/5): I placed my order at the counter and my food was ready within the timeframe promised. No complaints. Drinks (N/A): I didn't order any beverages. Food (4/5): As the name entails, Pahua's has both pizza and baked goods. Most of the baked goods are of the Mexican variety. Conchas, churros, etc. I went with a pepperoni pizza. The prices are reasonable here, especially by California standards, which I appreciated. Solid pizza too. Definitely better than the pizza you'll find at a chain. It was exactly what I had hoped for.

Pahua's bakery and NO PIZZA!…read more Walked in place was dark. Looking forward to pizza and got skunked.

I visited the buffet twice this month- mostly because I didn't have enough time to try more items…read morethe first time. The wait is LONG! Be prepared to wait an hour at least. The selection is good- they have sushi but I don't recommend it. They also have a surf and turf that comes with mashed potatoes and asparagus. Good deal. I liked the variety of drinks and desserts. I recommend grabbing a hot chocolate on your way out. This place is only worth it if you can eat ! I liked the portion sizes because they allow you to rey more things. You can only order 4 items at a time and that's great because the table space is not much & really? How much food do you need at once. For dessert I recommend some ice cream or cheesecake. I say go at least once and carve time to be in line and 2 hours for dinner.

The food and the variety here is why this place gets four stars, but the service completely drags…read morethe entire experience down. First off, note that this isn't a traditional self-serve buffet. You have to order everything through a server, and you're capped at ordering 4 items at a time. The Highlights: Great Variety: Solid selection across both entrees and the desserts. The Standouts: Lobster tails, crab legs, and beef tenderloin. The crab legs were awesome, sweet and surprisingly not overly salty like most casino buffets. Pro-Tip: Skip the prime rib and go straight for the beef tenderloin. The Lowlights: The service was pretty atrocious. Getting food brought to the table was a battle, we dealt with forgotten items, servers disappearing for long stretches, and an overall persistent feeling of being rushed. Great food can only save a place so much when the actual dining experience is a constant headache. Hard to recommend until they fix the service.

We had such a wonderful experience! The food was delicious, and I especially enjoyed the…read moreFirecracker Shrimp appetizer. The Chimichurri Steak Salad was also so good and refreshing! The service was excellent--everyone was friendly, attentive, and never overwhelming. Our waiter, Angelo, was the best! Jackie was also so sweet and took care of us as soon as we arrived. They truly treated us like VIPs! Thank you so much for making our experience so special. We will definitely be coming back!

BEWARE....not only do they put a suggested tip on the bill, they automatically add it to the total…read more Then there's a place for a tip. I don't have the receipt to show you because when I complained they took it. Ex. My bill was 42.?? Suggested tip was 20 % 7.?? They gave me my bill and it was 49.?? Plus a place for tip. I already gave a 10.00 cash tip to the waitress prior to getting my bill because she was leaving shift. Plus my burger was cold but that's another story.

Hubby and I were in the mood for some pizza and decided to stop at Portino's in Valley Center on…read morethe way back from a day in Pauma Valley. We split a bottle of Chardonnay and ordered a pizza along with the chicken parmigiana. The food was fine, nothing particularly memorable, but it hit the spot. The atmosphere was friendly, and the staff was kind, though the service was noticeably slow. The place was quite crowded, and it seemed like the servers disappeared into the kitchen for long stretches, which left us waiting more than we would've liked. In fact, be prepared to wait during peak times. That said, it's a charming little spot, and I appreciate being able to support a local business. I wouldn't go out of my way to dine here, but if I'm in the area again, I'd give it another shot.

Came back and the food is still just as good…read more Prices are very fair for the amount of food. One room was a bit warm but the main entrance one was nice. Chicken piccata tasted great, a bit more heavy than other places but I'm ok with that!

I was so happy when Little Ceasars came to Valley Center. This is an Express location, which is…read moreinside Valley Center Oil gas station. Service is ALWAYS friendly and fast. I usually just run inside and grab a hot pizza. Ive also called and ordered a sausage, pepperoni and bacon pizza which is delicious! Dough is handmade daily! Pizza is always great, service is always friendly. Oh and there's a small market inside if you need anything else.

It had been years since I had Little Caesars, so I didn't have high expectations but the 3 meat…read morepizza was really good. It's inside the gas station and it has a very small sign out front, so I drove right by it, I had to pull over and call to ask where they were located, so that was a bit frustrating. Oh, the chicken wings were good too.