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    Fresh Cafe

    4.6 (150 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Poke bowl
    Tonya P.

    Great concept, poor execution. The poke bowl was so fishy I couldn't finish it and honestly, I'm just hoping I don't have food poisoning from it. Keep your fingers crossed for me. Giving 2 stars because my partner enjoyed his wrap. The staff were fine, not rude and also not overly friendly.

    Jude G.

    December 16. First time here. Pretty good place. The sexy ass woman on the front helped us out today. We got two Mexican bowls, one supposed to be spicy, the second not. We so got the toast meal thingy that I forgot. Ended up spending around fifty dlars. In the quite small restaurant open seating, parking was just great, when we got here though there was not much peoples. Yet in my opinion the food well my food was absolutely great.

    Marcus F.

    The issue isn't the concept or the food. The issue is the price and the effort. If you're wealthy you could dine here every day for lunch and be very satisfied with the food. If you're not that, you might feel that you've paid too much for a mid looking bowl. At this price point, other similar healthy bowl cafés elevate their bowls. More complex ingredients and definitely a better presentation. Unfortunately, while the salads and bowls tasted good, they're not good enough to warrant a return visit.

    Cathy B.

    We have enjoyed the healthy food and cute atmosphere before so today coming to the big Escondido street fair we came here. I got a salmon bowl and hubby had chicken and the mango salsa was pretty and yummy

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    Jan L.

    I saw an interview in Magazine about this cute little cafe and We always drive by on the way to church. So, today we decided to try the Fresh Cafe for lunch. They did not disappoint! Greeted by a very nice young lady behind the counter, cutely decorated with a relax bohemian style atmosphere. Inside and outside seating. We sat outside where It felt like we were on vacation. My husband order the Chica-kiles breakfast, which had a red and green sauces. I snuck a bite, it was so good and the green sauce tastes homemade! My order was Mediterranean bowl with Salmon as my protein, instead of a lamb leg. The salmon was beautifully cooked and garlic cilantro sauce was so good. When we go back, because we will, I'm going to ask for extra sauce. Kudos Fresh Cafe for great tasting HEALTHY food and for making your home in Escondido!

    Delicious and refreshing Hibiscus ice tea with strawberries. Must try!!!
    Marie M.

    A dear friend who is vegan suggested grabbing lunch at Fresh Cafe, where I visited for the first time. The iced hibiscus tea with strawberries was so delicious and refreshing and you get a refill for a mere $1.50. I enjoyed the Miami bowl which included sweet fried plantains. Service was friendly and I love the spring-summery tropical decor.

    The table decor!
    Heidi M.

    The people who work at Fresh Café are absolutely wonderful--friendly, kind, and welcoming. The kitchen area looks clean, and the food itself was wonderful! We especially enjoyed the refreshing hibiscus tea. That said, the restaurant itself really needs a major overhaul. While the tables were clean, the restroom was in terrible condition, and the overall space just feels dirty and old. Either there's no air conditioning or it simply doesn't work, because it was very uncomfortable inside. On the weekend, our group of friends was surprised to find a painting class going on in the dining area. The teacher was miked up, making it hard for us to even hear each other talk. The décor also feels very dated--the strings of lights with visible plugs and the worn, homemade-style shades hanging from the ceiling only add to the rundown look. This café has so much potential, and with an investment in a light, fresh redesign, it could really shine. The food and staff deserve a better space!

    Earthy Bowl
    Mags A.

    My partner and I eat here frequently and we're vegan! Although Fresh Cafe is not all vegan, they have tofu and mushrooms as protein options and all of their sauces are dairy free. I got the earthy bowl! It's my go-to. My partner has gotten most of the signature bowls on the lunch menu and the chica-quiles! I'll also get the fruit tea of the day. The employees are always so nice. It's so easy to come back here and get some nourishing HEALTHY food !!! Love you fresh cafe !

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    2 months ago

    A great place to obtain healthy foods, friendly services and clean environment - feel like home.

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    Thank you so much! Can’t wait to see you again :)

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    Thank you Jan!! :)

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    26 days ago

    Very good! Pleasant service and excellent flavor! We had such a pleasant breakfast. In Escondido off 2nd Ave.

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    Thank you too much!!! :)

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    Thank you so much! :)

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    Thank you so much!! :] please come again!

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    Thank you so much!!! See you soon :]

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    aww Thank you so much! :)

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    This brings us so much happiness!!

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    Thank you sooo much for your awesome feedback! :) see you soon!!

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    yay! thank you so muchhhh :)

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    You’re so awesome for this! Tysm

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    1 year ago

    It is so easy to accommodate any diet here. Keto, paleo, Gluten Free . . . you name it.

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    Esvaidy F.

    Wow! Please come back :)

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    We appreciate your feedback so much!! :)

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    Thank you sooo much Katie, your review means a lot to us!! :)

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    6 months ago

    The food was delicious and healthy. We loved the ambiance and the service as well. Highly recommend!

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    I wanted to give this place another shot, I know people love. I was in the area and popped in…read more I ordered a large hot non fat mocha. Which is my standard order. And picked up an almost croissant. They do not shelve non fat milk, but have oat and almond. So I went with oat. Two customers that came after me go thier drinks first. And when mine came up, it was lovely but not right. It was a cold mocha. They remade it. It was just a wee annoying, especially since I was coming here with the hopes of a mind blowing experience. The coffee was fine. The staff seem to know the local regulars and chat them up appropriately. The seating it still hard and uncomfortable. I'll try again one more time to see if hey flip my bippy. So far two stars for they way they interacted with other. One star for the pastry and the coffee mis up and late service was a - of stars. And my picky pastry folks (she knows who she is) would say it's not a true croissant, as there are cuts across the pastry... but it's buttery and flaky..

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    The good and coffee here are absolutely delicious. I'm not a coffee person really(tea's my thing)…read morebut I really enjoyed the mocha I had here. The turnover 11/10, and I will make special trips just to get great pastries. The service here is very kind, inviting and so helpful. They have some seating inside and a few tables outside as well for ample seating. The ONLY negative thing about this place they have no control over. The parking SUCKS OUT LOUD. I hate trying to park in downtown Escondido. I can't take anything away from them for this but-for me- the frustration in this keeps it from being my regular place. If you live in the area and like good coffee and food, 100% would recommend

    I love the ambience here, but always feel a little meh about the coffee, but let me explain: I'm a…read morebold coffee person. I love a rich roast. Their coffee tends towards a brighter, citric flavor that reminds me very much of cold brew. Which I don't care for. But others might! So if a brighter, lighter flavor is what you enjoy (what up tea people) then this might be the place you're looking for. And again, I adore the vibe here. Probably the chillest work/read spot in all of Escondido. Parking can be rough if downtown is busy, but only if you're adamant about needing to be very close for mobility reasons etc. Otherwise you can usually find something walkable. Beautiful, open cafe with a lovely view of the small park across the street and downtown Esco.

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    Avocado toast, with housemade pickled onions and local microgreens, on levain bread
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