Very helpful and kind staff! I co-organized a bridal and 30th bday surprise party today and the…read morestaff was super helpful with the cake and trying to surprise the bride arrangements--best service I had from a restaurant I had in my life. And the wine Austine something was perfect too Highly recommend this restaurant!

When you're looking for a nice dinner spot for a celebration with a view in north county, look no…read morefurther than Vintana Wine & Dine. Interestingly enough, this location is on the top floor above a Lexus dealership. The views are pretty phenomenal and the food and service, UH-MAZ-ING! I've had the pleasure of dining here a few times. Some were simple dinners with friends. Other times we rented a private space for our group. Each time, the food and service have been spot on! Sadly I can't recall the names of the servers who've taken care of us. They all have been very personable and accommodating. The food has been nothing but exquisite. I've had steaks, various appetizers, seafood and desserts. Everything was prepared perfectly and delicious. Can't wait to go back again. Keep on Yelp'n!

The Grand Ritz is a small local theater with an intimate feel. It's smaller than the big theaters,…read morewhich makes the experience more relaxed and personal. It's my preference. There's even a rooftop lounge. There's plenty of public lots and street parking nearby, which makes getting in and out easy. There's never trouble finding parking during evening events. The theater is located downtown near some great restaurants and places to grab drinks. The concessions are simple and reasonably priced. The staff members are friendly and welcoming. They offer a variety of live events, films, comedy shows, and concerts. Check their website for upcoming events. Looking forward to returning for a comedy show.

This a a wonderful neighborhood venue. It's very accessible and they have top notch shows. This…read moreparticular night was no exception. We saw an Elton John tribute band and they were very entertaining. I always know it will be an enjoyable evening when I attend a show here. It's easy to get to and there is plenty of street parking available.

Nice place for happy hour. Quiet enough that you can have a conversation. Good senecio of draft…read morebeers and order drinks.

I came in for the opening and it was great! The staff the food is amazing. This is now my local bar…read moreplace. I usually order the toasted ravioli but this time I also ordered the southwestern bites. All awesome!! I didn't stop there and ordered the filet too. Normally I don't eat everything but today I didn't stop. I will be back

Such a unique hidden gem. This small, intimate distillery has the perfect speakeasy feel with a…read morewarm, eclectic atmosphere that reminded me of London meets an old pub and cozy library. The customer service was excellent and made the experience feel very personal. The cocktails were delicious and definitely spirit-forward, and the live music added so much to the ambiance without taking away from the intimate feel. Quaint, welcoming, and completely different from the typical bar experience. Definitely a place I'll be returning to.

Such a cool little spot. I really enjoyed the fun creative…read morecocktail selection. I really wish I remembered our server's name, because she was fantastic, great at recommending drinks to our tastes and joking with us. I loved the layout as well, with some areas feeling more "public" and some more tucked away and intimate. Definitely a great date night or small group spot.

Thanks to a bartender and her regulars at an Italian restaurant in Vista for putting Harlow's on…read moreour radar! Initially, I'd added Harlow's on our list of places to check out, but feeling adventurous -- and given we were already in the area -- we chanced getting in. Fortunately for us, there were 2 seats at the bar top! What an adventure for us to drive out there; located within what was once a golf course. From the moment you enter through the front door, it's old school luxury and elegance: low, dim lighting (some areas darker and more intimate than others); a variety of seating options, some with beautiful, plush furnishings and fascinating art & decor; classy vibe yet casual and comfortable. Very speakeasy. Entertainment is performed on select nights. The staff was wonderful! Given this unexpected stop, we enjoyed cocktails only; however, friendly guests around us praised their menu items. Exquisite find -- one in which we plan to revisit very soon. Open Thursdays through Saturdays, 4:00 - 10:00 P.M.

Wow, what a hidden gem! We went for our 1 year anniversary dinner and are so glad we did. The…read moreatmosphere, food, and service (thank you Jessica!) was was all top notch! The elk entree was out of this world, highly recommend!!

Staff is always nice and helpful. Selection is usually great with the exception of my recent visit,…read morewhere almost half their inventory was gone. Overall great humidor though. I do find they are pricier than other shops.

It was our first time exploring cigars and the customer service from Lyric was outstanding. As soon…read moreas we walked in we felt welcomed and comfortable. Lyric helped us pick out two starter cigars and we got to sit and enjoy them in the lounge area. The other guests there were also very friendly. We will be coming back. Thank you Lyric and Lord puffer again.

I came here on a Friday around 11:45 a.m. I made a reservation through OpenTable, but there was…read moreplenty of seating available, so I don't think walk-ins would be an issue. Valet parking is complimentary, and there isn't any self-parking. When I checked in with the hostess, she gave me the option of sitting in the front outdoor patio or the back patio. I chose the back, and I'm so glad I did because the view is absolutely beautiful. I also had my dog with me, and they were incredibly dog friendly. They brought her a dog bed and a surprisingly extensive dog menu with some really great options. We ordered: *Lobster Tacos : Three generously filled tacos served with salsa and guacamole. They were absolutely delicious and loaded with lobster, topped with fresh avocado. *Rancho Burger: Easily one of the best burgers I've had. It was cooked perfectly, and we added Swiss cheese. They even cut it in half for my friend and me to share. The fries were fantastic too, crispy and somewhere between steak fries and thin-cut fries. *Shepherd's Pie (Dog Menu) : The menu listed it with beef, but they accidentally brought out the chicken version. Since my dog is allergic to chicken, they immediately apologized, took it back, and made a fresh beef version. The customer service was excellent, and my dog absolutely devoured it. The portion was generous, and it looked fresh enough for a human to eat. The service was phenomenal from start to finish. Our food arrived in less than 20 minutes, the views were stunning, and the menu had so many tempting options that I'll definitely be back to try more. Overall, this was a fabulous lunch, and I highly recommend it.

The Pony Room has a beautiful ambiance. My husband and I have been here to celebrate a few…read moreanniversaries, to go on double dates and, more recently, to celebrate my mom's birthday. Their food quality is also very good. Of the several times we've been, we've struggled with food temperature not being warm enough about half the time. Servers are kind, but can be inconsistent. Again I would say half of our visits we've felt forgotten. My biggest irritation was during our latest visit, in which families with children were seated next to us not once, but twice. This was disturbing because on the booth side of the table where my mom and I sat, we felt the movement of squirmy children from the table next to us. Highly recommend more attention to table selection by the host staff. Given the classiness of this place, I find it silly that I'd have to go out of my way to ask for hot food and to be seated only around adults. We will be taking The Pony Room out of our rotation for a while.

It is definitely a hidden jewel , great outdoor seating view -- a golf court view and good…read morecollection food options -- menu easy to read and simple with abundant options . It is partial of the hotel, so reservation indoor got denied. But the outdoor seating was great with the spoils from the weather. The food served in an amazing time after ordering . The most favorite one is the yellowfin tuna Crudo, fish is fresh, flavor is right, and the choice of vegetables really elevates the tastes. Another recommendation is the mushroom flatbread, seasoning is good, portion is generous, .... With all the luxury setup without drilling a hole in your wallet which is another tempting point to come back again. Also great place for a date, family and friends gathering, also friendly with kids.

Came here late on a Sunday night to meet up with a girlfriend, and it was such a cute spot! We sat…read moreoutside, which I definitely recommend. The outdoor area is lovely, and they even have live music after 6 PM. Disclaimer: I only tried one thing here but the highlight was easily the bread pudding dessert we shared. It was so fresh, fluffy, and jiggly, and the sauce complemented it perfectly. The fresh berries were a nice touch. I paired it with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon, which made for the perfect nightcap. Overall, really loved the atmosphere and setting. Definitely worth checking out if you're staying here; grab a table outside if you can.

A friend was having a gathering here recently and invited us to join. I have been hearing about…read moreForgotten Barrel for a few years now, but I assumed it was pretty far out there in Escondido. I was wrong. It's not far off the 15 freeway in a small unassuming neighborhood. If you didn't know it was there you would never discover it. We arrived and took the last spot in the front parking lot. There is another parking lot, it seems like there's plenty of parking around. We found our party in a courtyard next to the tasting room. There was plenty of seating and tables for everyone, and it was sectioned off from the rest (if you need a private area). We went in the tasting room and tasted several wines before deciding. The staff were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about their wines. After we got our wine, we decided to walk the property. It's a very quaint, unique piece of property with old buildings and new ones made to look old (bathrooms). You can walk through the vineyards and there are various areas where you could have parties. There is a barn, which is beautifully decorated and lit inside. It would be perfect for a wedding reception or any other type of party. There are several areas where you could put multiple groups of people or use the whole facility for a giant party. When we were there, there was live music. The band was really good and we enjoyed sitting under the umbrellas and trees while listening. There was also a pizza food truck whilst we were there. I ordered a pepperoni pizza and they delivered it to where we were sitting. I shared it and we all enjoyed a slice. I can't believe I didn't know this existed here before, but I'm so glad to have discovered it. I will definitely come back and bring friends. It's just the perfect little spot to spend some time. Maybe listen to some music, eat some food and drink some wine.

I just got back from an afternoon at the Forgotten Barrel Winery. What an amazing time we had. No…read moreonly so they have a wide choice of wines to choose from, by the glass and by the bottle, but the prices are reasonable. They also offer tasting menus, so you get healthy pours of different wines to try. They also offer some premade food for sale, charcuteries, hummus, crackers, cheeses. Plus there's a food truck that sells amazing burgers starting at 3. While we were there, there was live music being played in the Central courtyard. Guests could sit on their provided seating under a large shaded tree and some had their small dogs with them on leash. Because we were a medium size group and had made a reservation, we were placed in a separate room with plenty of inside and outside covered seating. The winemaker even gave us a tour of the facilities. Showing is the process from the grapes, to the hopper and ending with the barrels where they age. It's definitely worth driving out to visit this beautiful winery in Escondido.

Woww we had such a great dinner at The Cork & Craft! They revamped their concept to focus…read morecompletely on their restaurant menu and everything we tried was incredible: * Crispy Rice Tuna: 10/10, absolutely loved this. * Garlic Edamame: savory and addictive. * Braised Short Rib: melt in your mouth tender. * Pikachu Roll & Me So Hangry Roll: Fresh and packed with flavor. * Butter Toffee Cake: A MUST GET!! This was seriously amazing. Bonus: They have a killer Happy Hour from 2-5pm (salmon caeser salad + glass of wine for only $18), plus kids eat free on Thursdays, trivia on Tuesdays, and music bingo on Mondays. The staff were super friendly and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. This place is definitely a hidden gem in North County. Great spot for family and friends gathering but also for a date night. We will be coming back!

I came in on a Saturday morning and was the only table in the restaurant for about another hour…read moreuntil two more tables came in another hour later. I do hope they see more business at night. My table got a few of their most popular dishes. My top two favorites (and favorite among the table as well) were the Yellowtail Crudo and the Braised Short Rib. Those two dishes were prepared perfectly. I would absolutely come back to have some more people try that Short Rib. As for the Birria Ramen, my dad loved it but I thought it needed a little more of a spice kick or more acidity. The Butter Toffee Cake was a perfect dessert. It had a warm toffee cake topped with vanilla ice cream and caramel. This was a good size to share also. As for the ambience, I think the lighting needs to be a little dimmer. There's warm lighting in the dining room but bright white lights where the bar and kitchen is. It probably would set a more date night or higher casual dining if it was a little dimmer at the bar. The price point are actually pretty affordable. And Eric was wonderful at explaining our dishes and what to expect.