Food was amazing! We got the wings and bbq chicken pizza! It was delicious. Loved the bartender, Justin! He was so helpful, knew the beer options well and even refilled my taster when I spilled. Would highly recommend! Will be back! New favorite spot. read more

Food is absolutely delicious and the service is fantastic. I went to watch the padres game and Matthew was my server. He was so great! Super attentive and made sure I had everything I needed. He was genuinely nice and helpful. Most importantly, he had a great positive energy that makes your want to come back. Thanks for making my Sunday, Matthew! I definitely recommend you all visit and ask for this guy! read more

Great looking, outdoor/indoor space that is unexpectedly nice in the stripmall type plaza. I've always had really good experiences at the other Bear Roots locations and this was no different in the expected aspects: the beer is really great, the service is exceptional, the people are fun and friendly. I had higher hopes for the food in this location, especially given all the press indicated a scratch kitchen was planned. However, everything we ate (burger, dog, pizza, mozz sticks, chicken tenders) came off as prefab, processed, canned, frozen. The marinara had no more flavor than plain canned tomato sauce and the breading on the fried items didn't seem to have so much as salt and pepper. The variety of menu options is great and I really hope they either get back to the scratch promise or hone the recipes if this is truly scratch. This place has the potential to be a great brewpub, but right now it's just a great taproom. One other opportunity would be to offer can pours; our friend was more interested in the beers sitting around on shelves as decor than he was in the tap list, but they were genuinely just decoration and we couldn't buy it to take away or get a can pour, which was disappointing. read more

Great place! It's my new after work hangout. The food is great, never had a bad item on the menu (thanks Constantine). There are enough CRAFT beers, something for everyone's palate. The service is good to. Carrie, Mathew, and Nash all great people. I highly recommend it and I hope you like it too. read more

Been 3 times and food was great every time. The last visit was with a large party and the service was incredible! $10 pizzas on Sundays are fantastic. Great place to watch a game! read more

To start with the service at the front door was absolutely pathetic. But I do have to say it looked very, very nice inside. But I thought I had walked into a different universe by how poorly educated the customer service staff is. One staff member must've took 10 minutes to try to use a handheld device make an order for a Costomer food order. which never worked out and they had to go elsewhere to complete the purchase. Then I had to ask the same question five times and it took three different people to give me a simple answer. Do they sell gift certificates? I thought I walked into the movie, high times. The first guy in his 50's couldn't even pronounce the word gift certificate and had no clue what it was. So he immediately gave up and gave it to the next customer service person. that had to ask me the same question three different times as he kept putting me off to help other customers and kept asking me if I was eating in each time he returned and I kept asking the same question. With other customers laughing at the whole issue. That I should've reminded them that similar people to them are probably cooking their food. But what I found even more stupid Was the fact that Only one person in the whole restaurant had any knowledge of gift certificates and the companies rules on offering of them. Because they sell the gift certificates at one location and only for that location, but not for a new location that offers more for their customers. I truly don't see this location lasting with this type of poor management and employees that seem so high that their luck they can keep the orders and bills correct. Good luck read more

Delicious portobello burger and the curly fries were seasoned perfectly. Excellent service and fun atmosphere.

Fun spot to go to especially if you love sports. Our server Alondra was the best. Very friendly staff and restaurant was kept clean! Wings are always 10/10 especially the buffalo read more

We really enjoyed Bear Roots. Great service, great pub food, and something new in the neighborhood is a win for us!

Food was great! Strawberry salad was very fresh. I ordered the Tijuana hot dog and it was amazing. I am from Chicago so I consider myself an expertlol. My wife ordered the brisket sliders and those were very good. Beer was great too. Highly recommend this place. read more

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Great atmosphere! Nice for a casual beer and some grub. Can always hop on over Nextdoor for some cheap mixed drinks after!

Loved the food and the service. They are friendly, helpful and attentive. Nice casual ambiance. Was able to watch the World Series and sit outside. read more

Let's hope it was an off Sunday. We tried this place based on the reviews. Great vibe and several screens. The one closest to our table was frozen and never worked. Service was very slow but staff did apologize and tell us he was the only one working. Another waitress started her shift about halfway through our time there. Food was mediocre. Nothing came out hot and everything was generic bar food and bland. I had chicken nachos and chose the jalapeño cheese. I couldn't taste any jalapeño and the chicken seemed like it had been grilled and cubed days ago. Tons of chips, very little toppings. I also had the Birra Feliccia beer. It was good. Hubby had the Philly Cheesesteak and an order of fries. None came out hot and was served a good five minutes after my nachos. We opted not to have dessert because they're expensive and was concerned it would be as mediocre as the mains. I'd say this place is best for an afternoon stop in and a couple beers. I would pass on any food. read more

Very nice booths, service, yummy food. The fish and chips were great, the pizza was super yummy, kids loved the charbroil burgers read more

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After 20 minutes of waiting, had to go to the bar and remind the service workers we were waiting. We decided to leave. I would rate 0 stars. But due to app have to choose 1. read more

Visited for the first time with my family, definitely coming back! The food and service were both excellent. Highly recommend

We went there for first time late this afternoon. $5 drafts and great burger and pesto chicken sandwich. Service was good, and personable. It was clear they put some good money into furniture, bathrooms, and decorations. We'll definitely go back! read more

We were heading to a different restaurant and decided to try the tavern instead. Very glad we did. Everyone enjoyed their lunch and five dollar pints. Excited to go back and try other menu options. Would definitely recommend. read more

Tried Bear Roots Tavern out for the first time yesterday with my family. Beautiful place, very modern and clean. Service was excellent and the food (we got burgers as they were on special) was delicious. Good beer selection and $5 pint happy hour prices. A great experience overall, we'll definitely be back! read more

Just ate here and was somewhat disappointed. I'll start with the pros: the bathrooms were nice and very clean and the restaurant itself has potential to be a great hangout spot. The appetizers were also good, nice, and crunchy. Oh and the curly fries were good. Now onto the cons, the main food was alright. I ordered the chicken sandwich and my chicken was a little burnt, but nothing too serious that I wanted it remade (plus I'm too scared to ever demand a remake anywhere lol). My wife ordered the burger and it was messy, but good. They definitely need more support and servers, and to improve the customer experience. read more

Came back for the fried chicken sandwich and zucchini fries. Really nice inside and great beer. read more

Bear Roots Tavern - Nashville fried chicken sandwich with zucchini fries - American Near Me - Escondido, California

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Such a cute tavern love the inside food is amazing... great waitresses and service. We will be back for sure

Everything is fantastic here. The employees are so friendly and helpful and the food is good too. The ambience is wonderful, but I would really like you to bring back the New York dog!!! read more

I dont know what they put in the burgers but they are soooooo good!! I wish they came with fries.

Stopped in here with my grandma for a drink in the afternoon on a Tuesday. Our bartender was really nice and informative. Very beautiful new interior, and the food menu looked really good. I'm not a really big IPA drinker, but I tried the raspberry IPA and was pleasantly surprised. It was mild and light and paired well with the pretzel and jalapeño cheese we ordered. The cheese had a very intense beer flavor that I liked. Overall, really liked the vibe. Everyone was warm and welcoming, and I'm looking forward to going back. read more

Ordered a sampler plate and a burger. Took it home only to open sampler to a grease filled bottom. I tried to get paper towels to absorb some grease. Didn't work. My burger had grease on the top of bun! Burger in itself wasn't bad. But couldn't get past the grease on bun. Changes flavor. Did not want to write this review, but literally the worst experience with food. Oil needs to be at the proper temp. read more

They just opened finally! Had the Bear Battered Onion Rings and Fish and Chips. Fanatics! Excited to have new place in Escondido. Great staff. read more

Had the pretzel, buffalo wings, and house salad. Everything was very tasty and fresh. Great service and great environment. This place is most certainly an amazing add to Escondido! I will definitely be coming back soon! read more

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Came here on a Sunday night. Not very busy. At most at 15-20% capacity. We waited 45 mins for two burgers, fries and pizza to arrive. The table next to us who arrived and ordered after us with a similar sized order got their food 15 min before we did. Our well done burger was undercooked and the medium was overcooked. Wasn't a very positive experience. Doubt we will be back. read more

This place is a gem. Excellent modern decor. Great service and phenomenal food on par with a very expensive restaurant. The butter cake was AMAZING!! I'm drooling just thinking about it. Sports on the tube. We will be back again and again. read more

New favorite neighborhood brewery and eats. Love the vibe and very friendly. Lots of TVs and indoor/ outdoor seating. Food was tasty and beer was super tasty. Will be back for Padres games. read more

This new place is amazing. The food, service, and the atmosphere were all great. I ordered a Cali burger and it was very delicious. Highly recommend this place. read more

Bear Roots Tavern - American Near Me - Escondido, California

Was excited to have such a brewery close to us! Went in to try... girls at front to greet were not friendly. Got our table...they were out of 5 beers!!!! No clean flight glasses so couldn't order that. Tried a couple beers they did have..tasted gross, flat, something was not mixed right, beer was disgusting tasting. Glass had a chip in it with a sharp edge, waitress said oh well what do you want me to do? We then decided well let's order food... wings were ok; cold, not too much flavor, no meat on it. (Very small side of ranch) waitress didn't want to get us more. People next to us actually left their food and walked out. Said their pizza wasn't cooked tasted like a frozen pizza. I don't think I would be back or recommend. We did talk to a manager. She acted way too busy to care. Positive: the place is really neat..open air concept. Decor was cool. read more

I'm hesitant to leave a great review. Because this place is a hidden jem! I feel like the more popular it gets..... The weekly day-specials are amazing. The food is so good. The wait staff are gracious and always there to make sure that your meal is going well and that you're well taken care of. The hostess' are very sweet and greet you nicely upon entering and departing. The owner is a real Gentlema, always swings by to say hi and make sure everything's okay. Keep up the good work Bear Roots read more

Solid Burgers - Good Beer Selection - Service was good.. Newer place and decor is cool- open air setup, So cool on nice day - Worth giving a try read more

Super grateful for Bear Roots opening a brewery and eater in Escondido! The beer, food, and service was outstanding. I've been back a few times since! read more

Been a few times now. Really good food and drink. Tonight we ordered pick up; chicken mac n cheese, fish and chips and the portobello mushroom sandwich. Everything was so good and prepared quickly. I love the mushroom sandwich. Try the curly fries too- yum! read more

I love bear roots! Best beer in California! Best service, comfortable and welcoming vibe, I really enjoyed my experience and will be here again! read more

Bear Roots Tavern - American Near Me - Escondido, California

Very good food - onions were the best we've ever had (literally tastes like fair food and was so good). Friendly staff and nice ambiance. We will definitely go back. read more

Awesome food, great beer. Staff and owner are super friendly. Definitely recommend! I wish Escondido had more great places like this