Mexico Lindo

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In and out has the one of the best burgers, you can't really get sick of it. Always fresh and…read moredelicious and super affordable. The line is always wrapped around the block, that is usually a good sign the food is that good. The service here is good, the inside is always packed with people so we usually order in the drive thru. The lines move pretty quickly, our order has been accurate most of the time, we have had issues with our orders in the past. It also seems like the burgers are smaller than I remember, but it's still a good place for dinner.

I like the location of this In-N-Out compared to the one next to my house in Carmel Mountain Ranch…read more However, the drive-through here is extremely slow. Other drive-throughs are much faster even when it's a long line which is most of the time. Of course the food is always good and consistent and the In-N-Out that we know. this is the only reason I'm giving this location for stars is their drive-through is just extremely slow!

Hard working "maître du gril" or "Grillardine" right at Lunch Hour!!! Bravo

Hamburger with Everything, 3x3 Animal Style, Fries Regular and Fries Well Animal Style

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Farm To Smash

4.3(272 reviews)

Brought friends from out of town here and they were blown away! They loved for fresh the burgers…read moretasted and how good they felt after!! Typically people think burgers are more of a heavier meal but everyone felt so great afterwards! Very fresh ingredients and it showed. Exceptional service as well and this time we ate outside in the patio which was nice. Only thing was that there were a lot of flies back there so maybe that's something to improve upon/ try to maintain

Never felt this good about a burger before. Everything about it is absolutely healthy. The wait was…read more15 minutes long but it's worth it for all the reasons below Read the store description. It's healthy and organic, and you get exactly what you expected. This burger was flavorful and the bun was made in-house, and you could see them cooking the meat straight from raw. Same taste as fast food burger but my stomach felt so good after, not bloated or feeling sick from sodium/chemicals The only con is that the store's burgers obviously werent made for show, but that doesnt matter. You know something is healthy for you when it looks a little shabby and home-made. I also wish the store was a little bit bigger with more tables and seatings, but it's just your average hole in the wall shop. It's to be expected in such a dilapitated area -- a hidden gem thats good for your stomach

Flamin Smash

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The Original

Burger Bench

4.5(2.3k reviews)

0.1 mi

Locally sourced ingredients

Family-owned & operated

Great burger! I don't usually come out to Esco, but this is…read morea great burger place, so I may have to make an exception! Today, we ordered the classic lunch combo burger with fries-delicious and does not taste like freezer burn!!! There is a choice of not just beef, but also impossible, gluten free, and grass fed meats. All burgers are cooked to medium unless you specify otherwise. Easy to order-just go to the counter and order, pick a seat and wait for your meal. The interior dining area has plenty of seating and restrooms in the back. The outdoor patio looks nice enough for when it's a nice cool night, it is covered as well. Anyway, we'll be back since the menu looks super inviting because there are other choices besides burgers and the best thing is that they use a lot of local, fresh ingredients! Support your local eateries!

This is a solid burger place! They have a variety of burgers and I like how you can get a 3 slider…read moresampler to try different ones. They have a good selection of beer, milkshakes, and drinks. You order at the counter and they'll bring the food to your table. It's hard to find a burger place with all my favorites: an egg, bacon, and avocado. The bacon was crispy, the egg was medium and wasn't too runny, and the brioche bread was a little sweet and fluffy. They use angus beef for their patties. You can also split your fries which I love! I got to try the onion rings and sweet potato fries. I wish the sweet potato fries were crispy. They were more on the soggy side. The onion rings batter was a lil thicker than I like. The batter overpowered the onion. We also got the Cajun wings to try which was nice and crispy! They give you a few sauces on the side so you can dip it. I got the ranch which was so good with the wings, fries and burger. The milkshakes are pretty delicious! We got the classic vanilla one. It was a pretty thick shake so you know they use legit ice cream! I also liked the peach lemonade. I would check this place out if you're in the area!

#chicken&waffles #BurgerbenchEscondido

The Sunrise Burger

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The Kebab Shop

TKS always has amazing food, top quality service, with friendly and helpful staff and I'm so…read morepleased that this location in Escondido opened up! Their deal for 1 bowl + 1 wrap w/ 2 sides was awesome and an incredible value pick! The whole store had really chill vibes! (Also don't forget to grab one of their brownies, they are so so good! They're extremely soft and fudgy in all the best ways!)

I'm a big fan of mediterranean food, so i was excited to try this place out on my way home from San…read moreDiego. Unfortunately, has a very bad experience. I ordered a build your own bowl and the chicken tasted like it was refrigerated for a long time. Had such a bad aftertaste that left me feeling a bit sick after. I asked for a water cup and their water from their dispenser tasted soooo bad.

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Dave's Hot Chicken

4.1(231 reviews)

Very good service good staff and good food and best employ named julian he's so nice and good at…read morehis service work

Your popcorn chicken, Mac and cheese was fantastic. The service was good. The ambience was very…read morecool.

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Farmer Boys

I got one of the best grilled cheese I've ever had and dipped it in ranch! The ranch was sooooooo…read moregood and it was the cherry on top to my "best grilled cheese". The service was impeccable! The woman working there was so sweet! The food also came out so fast and it was still hot!

A review of Farmer Boys is long overdue…read more This Farmer Boys location has become a takeout go-to for me. It's the killer combo of their app & the drive-thru that makes the whole process such a breeze. The order is usually their Farmer's Chopped Cobb™ Salad. Place the order on the app. It's ready as soon as 15 minutes. Go to the drive-thru to pick it up. No need to even get out of the car. It has always been service with a smile at the drive-thru window. Simple, no fuss. I'm not at all specifically a salad person. But they just get it right with their Farmer's Chopped Cobb™ Salad. For an impromptu weekday meal, it's also less guilt-inducing than many other takeout options. This review was long overdue, but it won't be long before I'm back here for more takeout.

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Rock n' Jenny's Italian Subs

4.4(1.2k reviews)

1.1 mi

When planning my trip to San Diego County my host (sister) said "what restaurants do you want to…read moreeat at?" My reply was simple, as long as we go to Rock n' Jenny's, I will be happy. Any other stops I left to her. Why? 36 years ago I was working in the same plaza and had my first Italian Style Turkey sandwich and said " if they keep making theses 10/10 sandwiches, I will keep coming back for more. They have kept making them to perfection so, here we are excited to be back. Please don't mess with Mother Nature, Mother-in-laws, or the turkey sub from the Mother of all Italian Subs - Rock n' Jenny's.

I love a good sandwhich place, and this place did not disappoint…read more The service was excellent and you could tell they take pride in what they were doing. Whether dining in or ordering take out. This place has what you need...from cold cuts to hot subs. It's been around for a long time and I'm glad I was introduced to it. My family and I are hooked!

Inside by counter

Beautiful cross-section for the Mafia... badabing...

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George Burgers

4.1(370 reviews)

0.3 mi

My visit to George's Burgers started off disappointing when we arrived shortly after 10am and…read moreimmediately noticed a strange smell inside the nearly empty restaurant. There was only one cook and one cashier, and although the cashier was somewhat friendly, her attitude and expressions made the interaction feel uncomfortable. The food took a while to come out, the restroom was dirty with a strong odor, and the burgers tasted unfresh while the fries were just okay and the zucchini had a strange flavor. The chili cheese fries were especially bad, the chili tasted burnt, and after only a couple small bites we couldn't eat them. When I asked for a refund on the chili cheese fries, the cashier hesitated because we had taken a few tiny bites, and although the cook eventually approved it, the poor customer service and low food quality, we will never return here again.

A local staple for decades near the heart of downtown Escondido. This shop has been in business for…read morea VERY long time, everyone knows about George's. It's been awhile since I've been and wanted to check them out. The menu has definitely expanded from Greek options to burgers, wings and pizza. It was slow and short staffed, one gal at the register and one cook in the back but it wasn't too busy for a quick lunch break run. Food was good, but it's definitely fluffed up by a lot of shredded lettuce, but a decently cooked burger. The fries were good, but I didn't notice too much of a different in the size of a small vs regular fry either.

Gyro Sandwich (Partial). This should be thin, but looks like thick carne asada or somethin.

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TJ Tacos

4.2(2.6k reviews)

0.5 mi

Came for tacos, left questioning every taco decision I've ever made in my life…read more The food was GOOD good. The taquero convinced me to get one extra asada taco, and unfortunately for my self-control, the man was absolutely right. That taco had no business being that delicious. The asada was , the tortillas were on point, and everything just tasted fresh and legit. I've had tacos from that other very famous taco spot ... and let's just say TJ Tacos had me wondering why I've been wasting my time standing in those other lines. TJ Tacos: 10/10. Taquero: 11/10 salesmanship. My stomach: 12/10 satisfied. My wallet: mildly offended by the extra taco, but understands. Would absolutely come back.

TJ Tacos was a disappointing experience. We ordered 12 tacos, and the total came out to almost $59,…read morewhich felt very expensive for what we received. The tacos had very little meat, and the portions were not satisfying. To make matters worse, our order only came with four hot sauces. When we politely asked for more hot sauce and extra napkins, the staff refused. We were also told that only one napkin was allowed per plate, which was surprising. Even other taco places, like Frida's, are much more accommodating. Overall, the food did not justify the price, and the customer service left a lot to be desired. Unfortunately, this was an unpleasant visit, and I won't be returning. I'll definitely be taking my business somewhere else in the future.

Asada Burrito

Asada fries

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California Adobada Burrito

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

2.7(213 reviews)

Its fast food, its an alternative to Chick-fil-A. I haven't been to this location before and its…read morebeen quite awhile since I ate at a Raising Canes, from what I remember it wasnt all that. BUT my son wanted chicken and this was on the way, off the highway of our trip to the Bay Area. We opt to go inside to order as drive thru was a little busy, a very holiday decorated interior. We were greeted, order taken and they had a few orders before ours, so it did take a little longer. Grabbed our order and started to drive off and eat in the car. The chicken was super juicy and tasty. I should have ordered the strip meal as I did not eat it as a sandwich or even eat the bread, In fact I recieved three strips inside my sandwich! So it worked out. It was my son's first time eating this type of fast food and he was hooked. He loved the bread and the favt that he learned you can customize. So much so that we ate at another location while we were in the bay area. The pricing seems to vary as this place is relatively cheaper than the one near our house when checking pricing online. Overall a good experience.

Currently waiting in drive thru line for over 30 minutes. Not the first time this happened. San…read moreMarcos location is way faster, don't waste your time.

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Courtney B.

Elite 23

178

123

2 years ago

If you're searching for the best breakfast burrito in North County, look no further than Mexico Lindo! I recently indulged in their bacon breakfast burrito, and it has completely blown me away. Picture this: fluffy eggs, rich refried beans, crunchy green bell peppers, melted cheese, crispy bacon, and savory chunks of ham all wrapped in a perfectly proportioned, huge tortilla. It's love at first bite! My husband and I split one and it's enough food. Each burrito is fresh and packed with flavors that make you feel energized and healthy. I wasn't getting enough protein in my diet until this little gem came along, and now, it's a staple that keeps me going! The burrito is honestly addictive--while the entire menu is fantastic, I find myself craving this burrito. It's a charming hole-in-the-wall gem that's been serving up delicious food for over 40 years. If you want authentic and mouthwatering Mexican food, Mexico Lindo is hands down the best. Don't miss out on this culinary treasure! read more

Eric G.

Elite 14

128

15 years ago

This is the most disappointing taco shop I've tried in at least a year. And I've been to a LOT of taco shops. Ordered fish tacos, and got... Something. Tiny corn tortillas, overloaded with lettuce, and inside what looked and tasted suspiciously like breaded fish planks you'd pibk up at costco. The texture and flavor had no place in a taco, or a taco shop for that matter. The ambience is lacking at best, and the menu is unusually small, I mean UNUSUALLY small. It's like their cook only knows how to make ten or fifteen items. If only he learned to make them well. I try not to give a lot of one star reviews here, but this place really earned it on all counts. read more

Marie R.

1 year ago

The birria tacos here are incredible! The meat is tender and flavorful, the tortillas are perfectly crisp, and the consommé is rich and delicious, the perfect pairing. Every bite is packed with flavor, and it's clear everything is made with care. This has quickly become one of my favorite spots, and I highly recommend it to anyone craving authentic, delicious birria tacos. read more

Jessica T.

10 years ago

Came here a few nights ago had the California burrito it was actually very good great flavors but the place was dirty but what can you expect from a old taco shop by beef was with the service the girl upfront seemed annoyed at her job and had horrible people skills lady with the blonde man style hair cut looked very butch if it wasn't for her I would give it 4 stars read more

Seas H.

2 years ago

Mexico Lindo is fantastic! We tried their street tacos--one fish, one BBQ pork, and one chicken--and each one was bursting with flavor. The fish was perfectly cooked, the BBQ pork had a delicious smoky sweetness, and the chicken was tender and savory. The staff was incredibly friendly and made us feel right at home. Highly recommend! read more

Cesar M.

9 years ago

I became a regular to this place and it's comfort food. I enjoy coming back here and will definitely keep coming back.

Heather W.

8 years ago

Best street tacos in Escondido. Yumm!

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