This was the absolute best brunch I've ever had. We collectively got the gluten-free French toast,…read morea breakfast bowl, and their house-made gluten-free bagel, and it was divine. We also took home some baked goods. It's so hard to find gluten-free French toast and baked goods that are actually good, and these were UNBELIEVABLE. You would never guess they were gluten-free. The vibe was cute and laid back and the service incredible. Despite the fact that it was very busy, the food came out really quickly. I will absolutely head back down to IB just to come here again. 10/10 recommend.

I tried their farmer's sandwich and chose a jalapeño cheddar bagel. On it was sausage, bacon, egg,…read morecream cheese and red onion, and it was awesome. The egg was perfect! They also have a young man who plays jazz piano there every Sunday, so the ambiance is pretty awesome along with the nice weather. Sometimes it can get windy so bring a sweater, but otherwise, it's usually a really nice day to hang out with friends and family. I also had a matcha ginger thyme latte with oat milk which was just tasty since ginger is a rare flavor in coffee drinks. I loved it, and it was so good that I took an extra one home. The service is amazing, and on busy days you may have to wait a bit, but it's worth it. If you have any questions about a dish, don't hesitate to ask!

Encanto somehow just keeps getting better. The views alone are worth the drive, but they've really…read morebuilt up the patio area and it is gorgeous now. There's so much seating, so it feels open and relaxed even when it's busy. It's one of those places where you immediately want to grab your phone and take a few photos. The food is still just as delicious as I remember, and the service is unmatched. Everyone is attentive without hovering and you feel really taken care of. Honestly, it's worth stopping in even if you just go for a drink and soak in the scenery. Great cocktails, stunning backdrop, and such a good overall vibe. I'll definitely keep coming back.

I recently visited Encanto in Ensenada and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience…read more When the bill arrived, I noticed that one of my dishes was priced incorrectly. I politely pointed it out to our server, Daniel, expecting it to be corrected. Instead, he casually dismissed it and said, "It's only 100 pesos more," which I found unprofessional and disrespectful. It's not about the amount it's about accuracy and customer service. Because of this interaction, I decided to remove the $20 tip I had initially left. When I did, he took the receipt to his manager and claimed that I hadn't tipped at all. I explained the situation, but he responded with a smirk, which felt mocking and made the situation even more uncomfortable. Additionally, the service overall was slow. We asked for water multiple times before ordering, during the meal, and even after finishing and it still took a long time for it to arrive. Unfortunately, this experience left a very negative impression, despite the setting. I hope management takes this kind of behavior seriously and works on improving both service quality and professionalism.

Amazing pop up restaurant with delicious German food, top notch service, and an incredible hostess.read more

From the owner: Besen Hardy is a pop-up I've been longing to recreate for decades that combines the charm of a…read moreBesenwirtschaft with the allure of a speakeasy. A Besenwirtschaft is a seasonal wine tavern in Germany that serves homemade wine and traditional food, often in the owner’s backyard or barn. Imagine the best of both worlds, where you can savor delicious sausages, wine, beers, and house-made ciders while listening to music and mingling with friendly locals.

Oh yes, Big Night Pizza is appropriately named because there pizzas are big time delicious! I met…read moreup with this new pizza vendor or mobile pizzeria at Helix Brewery in La Mesa during staff happy hour through my place of employment. They use a combination of 00 Flours and the results are fantastic. The crust came out super soft with a ever so light crust on its exterior. I had the Pizza Margherita which was amazing. The pizza is made in an 800 degree 100% wood fired oven. The San Marzano Sauce was well balance with a touch of sweetness and acidity. I loved it, and the Mozzi and basil too! Great pizza and great service. Check out their website and or IG for locations where they will be making their delicious Neapolitan Pizza.

Great restaurant and amazing ambience. The service was good and the pizza was great. I love how…read morestretchy the cheese was and how crisp the crust was.

Like everyone else....was part of an excursion tour from a cruise ship. We live in California, and…read moreI'm not going to say I am an aficionado of Mexican food. But I will say I've had my fair share of tacos. That being said, these were the best tacos I've ever had, and my wife and two teenage boys agree. We all had a sampler of tacos and all of them were hands down amazing!!!! Tortillas from scratch, and they hit just right with flavor and texture. Service was great, fast and efficient. We never felt rushed, and the fresh ocean air just added to the fantastic sunny day. When, not if we return I am heading straight to Lidia's for some delicious tacos, and an ice cold Tecate.

This was our included lunch as part of an excursion with our cruise line to see the blow hole and…read morevisit the market. I got the shrimp taco and the asada taco with all the fixings. These were perhaps some of the best tacos I've ever had! Everything was fresh and so tasty. If I'm ever back in the area I'll visit again! Clean, brightly lit, open kitchen, lots of seating options. Great spot!

Excellent customer service and food. My favorite is the donburi bowl. Prices are fair at the…read morefarmers market.

From the owner: Only Located at Farmers Markets Alternating Tuesdays at San…read moreMarcos State university Thursday evenings are Oceanside Night market Saturday mornings at Poway Farmers Market

Everything was absolutely amazing. Nick somehow fit us in to cater my husband's memorial dinner…read moreeven though he had been in Arizona for his grandfather's funeral the day before. Nick is all about service and quality. This he provided so well that everybody raved about the dinner. Nick put together a menu of my husbands favorite foods -cheeseburgers, french fries, banana cream pie and million dollar bars. The cheeseburgers were a custom ground blend of grass fed beef in short ribs, brisket and chuck. The french fries were housecut and fried in duck fat and beef tallow. The banana cream pie was served as individual tartlets. The million dollar bars, a British specialty, started with a layer of shortbread, then caramel and chocolate with chocolate ganache. Our guests were crazy about everything. I heard them repeat that this was the best food ever.

From the owner: Where to Eat California's everlasting main objective is to reach its hand in the community bowl,…read moregrab anything delicious, and glorify the hell out of it. We illuminate the stories of Brewers, Distillers, Bakers, Butchers, and Fisher-People through film production and photography. We also own & operate incredibly unique mobile-dining concepts: FESTA - a Supper Club & Popup Restaurant, and STRADA - Street Cuisine & Dai Pai Dong.

They are located outside The Home Depot. I was picking up some times during a lunch break and…read moredecided to stop by and have a hot dog. The combo deal is of good value. The dogs are pretty big. They are longer than the bun. They have the usual toppings available. Fried onions or a bacon wrap are extra. Two unusual toppings are crunched chips and a spicy crunchy chip to give it a little extra bite. Staff is very friendly. Since it is located outside the Home Depot, their is plenty of parking. It is a nice addition to the local food scene.

To start off, the Hotdog cart is so cute and very clean. The service was great. I ordered a…read moreHawaiian hotdog, and no regrets it was delicious! I can't wait to try their chill. I heard some other customer saying it was really good. All in all, it was great all around.

Oh truly a top competitor for best bakery in San Diego!! I…read morevisited on a Thursday morning right at 8 to grab breakfast for my coworkers. there was already a line forming!!! So get there early. Service is great, they don't rush you at all. All of the pastries are laid out for whatever you want them to grab. I got regular croissants, chocolate croissants, and their seasonal raspberry croissant. I personally only had the raspberry one but my coworkers LOVED the others! I also got an iced vanilla latte and it was DELICIOUS - very bold and strong! I would definitely visit again.

I've had Relic Bakery on my radar for a while, and signed up to be notified when they do their…read more"drops". When I saw one that worked with my schedule, I clicked in to see what they had to offer. Prices are quite high, $7-9 per pastry on average, and they had a good mix of sweet and savory, classic and unique flavors. I ordered three pastries: charcuterie danish, Kenyan chicken stew croissant, and lamb rillette spiral croissant. There was a fast turnaround for pickup, as I could only select dates from the next day. Their kitchen is located in a more commercial part of Mira Mesa, and parking was easy. When I walked in, I was a bit confused by the setup, as I stepped straight into a room full of baking supplies. I located the cabinet with pickups and grabbed my goodies. Very quick in and out. Overall, the pastry dough itself was fantastic across all three pastries. I air fried my pastries to warm them up before sampling them. My least favorite was the charcuterie pastry. The cured meat on top was very tough, possibly from being over-baked. I didn't really like how it paired with the apricot on top. Additionally, the top layer of the pastry was adhered to the toppings, and came off when I tried to cut or bite into it. The cheese rosette on top was cute but didn't add much to the flavor for me. The Kenyan chicken stew and lamb croissants were absolutely stunning. Both were not soggy and suuuuper flavorful. The ground lamb was tender and buttery, Since it is rolled throughout the croissant, you get some in each bite, the distribution is perfect. The Kenyan chicken stew is bold and spiced. There is a good amount of stew in the croissant cup, and the chicken was not tough. Paired with the buttery pastry, this was incredible. Overall, I enjoyed the pastries I ordered at Relic! They are incredibly pricy, and definitely an occasional treat, but worth it in my opinion.

I got the Adobada nachos and they were amazing. The meat was so flavorful and it was a great ratio…read moreof topping to chips. I would order it again for sure! It was about a 20 minute wait but they were at a USA World Cup game and the bar was packed and everyone was ordering food so that was expected. The guacamole and chips that my friend ordered was just so so though. It was missing tomatoes and onions and more of just smooth avocado. My friends got the quesadilla and that portion was also huge and they enjoyed it

Located in the rear of Belching Beaver. Owner & Chef was super friendly as I asked a bunch of…read morequestions. There's seating in the rear or you can come inside the brewery. Owner was kind enough to bring me my food. He recommended the burrito that's not listed on the menu. I'm a sucker for adobada & couldn't resist. He did inform me the meats were greasy and that was no lie. I've never had adobada like this, bigger chunks of pork. The Chipotle sauce is delicious on the burrito. It was almost $20 but it's all meat, no fillers and very heavy. I'm never in North Park but I found this place on Yelp. Don't get disappointed, they don't have a bunch of stuff you see in the pictures.