Great band. One of the best IMO. I try to go whenever they are playing locally. I have to add more…read moreto this review so it will be posted.

Quite possibly my favorite 80's band yet!! whether youre a chair dancer or like to hit the dance…read morefloor, this band will have you rockin to the 80's!

Wood paneling, gnomes, classic rock, old industrial Escondido and a vibe that harkens back to late…read more90's microbreweries. I felt like I walked through a wormhole into the golden days of local brews. This place feels like if Bates Nut Farm had a brewery, in the best way. It's not flashy but doesn't need to be. The decor perfectly matches the neighborhood it's in; this is a place my dad would've stopped in for a beer after he worked a double shift. There's a timelessness to it. To boot: good beer. The Bill's Big Belgian is great. Boozy and kind of funky, sort of reminds me of a Flander's Red but just more brown. Good stuff. The Dragon Fire spicy fruit ale is no joke either. One taster is plenty, it packs a fiery punch. Service was friendly and accommodating. Place was exceptionally clean and the vibe was easy.

A very small space that seems like it's meant as a gathering space for home brewers. We went to a…read morecomedy night there that advertised food trucks and NONE were present. The pretzels they sell pair well with the beer but I wish there was at least one other option. Beer is a very limited, heavy IPA selection that really didn't have any other beers that wowed me. Bill & wife were attentive enough behind the bar but were either very tired or something else.

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.

Everything about this place was perfect! Cozy ambience, good music, delicious food and drinks! We…read morehappened to be there on a Monday Magic night and had a great experience with the magician doing some personal close up magic. So fun for weeknight date! I will definitely be back. Can't recommend enough!!

Read on internet that they had a fried shrimp and chips plate. For me, I have to check it out! I…read morehad a side Caesar salad which was also excellent! On top of all this the staff visited our table to check on us, so many times it was lovely! Customers were playing a game in the other room, having fun! Nice local bar!

Churchill's Pub & Grille is a lively neighborhood dive bar with games, music, and a super fun,…read morelaid-back vibe. Pros: This spot is a good place to hang out if you're looking for a casual bar with activities like billiards and darts. The vibe is fun without being overly packed, which made it easy to enjoy the space. They have darts (which are free, you just leave your ID), a pool table, and a music queue system where you can pick songs to play, which adds an interactive element to the night. I didn't try the food but the drinks were solid and did not disappoint. The overall energy of the place was welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. It's one of those spots where you can relax, hang out, and have a good time. Cons: Parking here is probably the biggest downside. The lot is really small and gets packed quickly, so I wouldn't recommend relying on it. We parked nearby after eating at Copper Kings Burgers and just walked over, which ended up being way easier. Verdict: If you're looking for a fun, chill bar in San Marcos with games, music, and good drinks, this is a great spot to check out. Just plan ahead for parking, but overall it's definitely worth it and I would come back again!

Went to see Alice by Heart. Very interesting play it was a bit drippy of a musical. Great staging,…read morepre show business with characters doubling as ushers in costume. There were some standout acts the caterpillar and white diamond Duchess were two of them. The Brubeck theater is a nice venue. This is my second time going here. Easy to get to with parking within steps of the theater. Great pricing for shows to support the arts.

We went to see Mama Mia this weekend. What an amazing production. I was super impressed with the…read moreset design and how easy the Flow was to change Seen's . The costumes were spot on. The choreography was great. The actor/ actresses looked like theY we're having ing fun. My favorite part was that I could see into the pit. This band geek loved watching the conductor and musicians. After the play we met the stage manager & the producer. Great job by all. What a splendid way to spend a Sunday afternoon

Been an avid Vargas goer for the past 4 years and the 2026 show was disappointing, at least for…read moreadults. It lacked the thrill of previous years, probably because the Marinelli Brothers and Stevie the clown were not present. The acts were relatively simple. What was annoying is that with the 15 mins intermission, and about an hour of silly audience participation with the unfunny clowns, you're left with very little "show". Also, we keep seeing some of the same performers doing the same acts year after year. Mixing it up would be a good idea. The MC is great, but with the volume so loud, you can't understand anything that he's saying. The food was horrid and expensive for nothing. The seats are pretty much great from any angle, but they are small and can get uncomfortable really easily if you weigh more than 130lbs and are taller than 5'. All in all, this might have been my last attendance. Shame, because I love the circus. I didn't pay all this money to listen to a bunch of kids sing take me out to the ball bark, and waste an hour on a flawed clown show.

A friend told me about Circus Vargas so we got tickets for opening night in Escondido. Wow, that…read morewas an impressive show! Had no idea there would be that level of talent - the performers were incredible! Such a special night out with our family / and well worth the reasonable tickets! Highly recommend!!

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.

This review is for the happy hour menu. We could've ordered almost everything if we didn't have any…read morerestraint, but also this was our first time in the restaurant. Parking was easy; dining was outside with lots of shade. The service was great; everyone was so friendly. We didn't wait long for our food or drinks. They even split the salad for us individually. The portions were generous than what we expected for a happy hour menu so it was a really GOOD deal. We ordered the lobster bisque, mussels with a red curry sauce, farmers market green salad, and ceviche. They were all so delicious! All the flavors were present as stated in the menu but were balanced and subtle which we loved. Our favorites were the bisque and the mussels. The lobster bisque was delicate and creamy with a hint of lobster. The ceviche was a tad bit too tart but we still enjoyed it with the fried chips. For happy hour, I highly recommend this place. It's so underrated. Easy parking, excellent service, and some really delicious food in town.

Probably one of the worst dinners I've had. We waited…read moreforever for our drinks. Bread and soup came before the 3 drinks. Steak was raw. Like actually raw. We want it back and they just returned it burnt. The other steak was overcooked on one end and raw on the other. Chicken was dry and chewy. The server said he was bringing out a desert for our special occasion. We waited so long we almost left. I couldn't be more disappointed. The dinner cost more than a Lexus payment when it was a Honda meal