Rocco&#x27;s Pizza

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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Elmisa Cafe

4.4(133 reviews)

0.9 mi

This place is super cute. A perfect place to meet a friend for casual brunch. A variety of healthy…read moreoptions made fresh to order and a lot of delicious coffee options! Order at the counter, get a buzzer, and take in the cute decor. Im not in Escondido often but I will definitely keep this place in mind when Im in the area! The bacon gouda was so good, I cant wait to try the artichoke chicken.

I first discovered Elmisa in Rancho Bernardo, and was SO excited when this one in Escondido opened…read moreup! Their food options are delicious and above & beyond your average sandwich shop. The atmosphere is cute and inviting. The owners & employees are always so friendly and helpful. We've never had a meal we didn't enjoy here. My family's current top favorites that we're always happy to recommend to others are: Rula hot sandwich, chicken artichoke Panini, bacon havarti breakfast sandwich, bagel & Lox, Westwood Cali, salads, & any of their flatbreads if on the lunch specials board. It's been hard to try new items when our favorites never get old. :) I highly recommend Elmisa!

Great menu choices!!

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Ice Vietnamese coffee

Board & Brew - Escondido

4.1(190 reviews)

1.5 mi

Locally owned & operated

Outdoor seating

Best turkey sandwich ever!!!!! They call it Turkado, lol, super fresh ingredients! It was big too,…read moreI have enough for another meal. Going back for sure to try other stuff.

You can depend on consistency with B&B! This location was closer to the safari zoo and a great…read morebring in lunch for a day at the zoo. Got my usual sandwich, the Italian. Tasted like any other B&B sandwich place. Delicious. The orange sauce is always a god addition to the sandwich too. The breads weren't stale. Husband got the turkado. Ate it in the zoo. Good stuff.

Draft Beers

Speciality Sandwiches

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Speciality Sandwiches

Old World Meat Company

4.9(215 reviews)

2.4 mi

This is how you do it folks!…read more Been here three times and we've had different dishes every time and so far everything is delicious. Service is on point, like I said I've been here three times in probably 5 months and the crazy thing is on both return trips the guy recognized me like this is the epitome of mom & pop business right here. You feel seen and you realize the money your paying for your delicious food is going to real folks and not some corporate overlord nonsense. The vibe of the place is an industrial-esque sports bar the style that was super popular during the hipster face of restauranteering where everyone was going for the stripped down minimalist aesthetic but for this place it works. They have high seats, low seats and a couple TVs playing live sports with no real obstructions. We always come at off peak hours so I'm not sure how packed it would get but this seems like a good place to catch a PPV fight or something IF they don't pack everyone in like sardines. The food, jeez I should have probably made this the start of the review the food is decadent. EVERY dish we've tried has been packed with flavor, healthy portions, and fair prices. I recommend anything on the menu but if you want to get out of your comfort zone get the balkan fries, they're so good you won't regret it! This is the kind of place you want to see in business the people rock, the food is great, and you feel like part of the community patronizing here.

I can't remember the name of their newest sandwich... but it smells and tastes delicious!…read more Think of a Balkan style Philly Cheesesteak with juicy pork shoulder on a hoagie. Smothered with cheese and their Balkan feta mix, it was absolutely a winner! Once again, just the very nicest family and great customer service!

Balkan Tri Tip Saturday!!!! Yum!!

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Menu May 2026

Fruit Fresh Superfood Delights

4.3(256 reviews)

1.0 mi

Everything I have tried is super fresh and delicious. I specially love all their açai combinations…read morethey have So many wonderful flavors mixed together you will not find this anywhere else highly recommended hidden jem in Escondido

Ordered a carrot orange juice and was extremely disappointed that it was chunky! I expect juice…read morewhen I order juice, had to go home and strain it so I wasn't chewing chunks of carrots. The actual juice was only 16oz.. I ordered 24oz juice. Not worth $13.

Build Your Own Bowl

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Submarina Soup Sandwiches & More

3.9(94 reviews)

1.7 mi

Submarina has the BEST sandwiches in town! Everything is so fresh, and the bread literally melts…read morein your mouth. The owner and staff are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always provide great service. The restaurant is also nice, clean, and inviting. I highly recommend Submarina to anyone looking for a delicious, fresh, and satisfying sandwich. You definitely won't be disappointed!

Is there new ownership?…read more I haven't been to this location in several years. No reason other than circumstance. But today I was craving a Cali sub. I went in around 3 p.m. on a Saturday. There wasn't a customer to be found. The place was hot and uncomfortable. Granted, these things do happen so I can't blame the business entirely. I know times are hard. Heaven knows I'm on a budget like everyone else. But when I saw $13.99 for a regular sub (6 inches), I nearly turned around and left. But, again, the craving. So I sprung for a medium (9 inches) and forked over $18.99 plus tax. Even now, as I relax from having eaten, it's annoying to think there's a $20 bill sitting at the bottom of my stomach. I don't know...I didn't feel like I was getting any kind of experience. In the past, Bridgette (the owner, at least years ago) was always so jovial and friendly. While she made your sandwich she would ask about your day and how things were going. The gentleman who helped me was nice enough, but he wasn't entirely forthcoming. And he was wearing sandals which, having worked in the food industry for many years, is a huge no-no. My sandwich was good. It wasn't stellar. I enjoyed it. But it didn't hit the spot. The meat was sliced in four really thick slices; it wasn't "fluffed," the way they used to do. The toppings were fine enough. Again, it was good, but nothing to write home about. I'll give it another couple years before I go back.

ATL Large Sandwich

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Squaw bread italian sandwich

Jimmy John's

3.4(43 reviews)

0.2 mi

For years the nearest JJ's was in OC, but in recent years Kearny Mesa opened up and now we have…read moreCarlsbad and Escondido. It's clean, it's new, the staff is friendly. I've been a fan since 2016 when I was eating there on the east coast and to me it was my place before Jersey Mike's exploded. They seem to be faster on the online ordering when it's busy than when it's slow. It seems like it's a centrally located store, but it's actually tucked away and not as easy to get to as other nearby FF spots. Fresh vegetable toppings, clean and crisp meats and flavors they aren't as heavy on dressings and sauces as other chains and I actually like how they do a more firehouse toasted subs style rather than just meat on the flat top. Stick with their classics, the chain isn't as good as others when it comes to new or niche flavors. I really miss the days when the chain was open late night.

Walked in at 7:20 PM, nearly two hours before closing, and wasn't even greeted properly. Instead, I…read morewas immediately told they had already shut down the toaster and only had enough bread left for four sandwiches. Apparently "open until 9 PM" doesn't mean they're actually prepared to serve customers until 9 PM. Nothing says great customer service like turning people away while you're still advertising that you're open. Talk about a disappointing experience.

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Turkey Sandwich | Jalapeño Jalapeo Jimmy Chips

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Outside Grand Opening!

Jersey Mike's Subs

3.4(78 reviews)

1.5 mi

Bri made the best Big Kahuna I've ever hands down the service is also amazing they are all smiling…read moreand happy to make your dream sandwich

Today I went into the store to pick up a sub. It took 20 minutes and then they pushed my order to…read morethe back of the store and the woman behind almost completed her purchase of 3 subs before me. I commented to your female employee wanting to talk to the Manager (No Manager assisted me) and then she used my points to cover the sub. Note: I never told her to use my points. We had 10 customers in line and 10 on line orders coming in. It appears that you are more interested on-line orders than customers coming into the store.

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Signature Bagels & Deli

4.3(386 reviews)

0.6 mi

What a great local establishment to visit and provide patronage. Upon entering I was greeted by…read moreSebastian. He and his family were cleaning up as they were about to close. Sebastian shared that their day starts at 3AM to start making the fresh bagels. (I was voting at around 11ish.) Despite their long day, they were very welcoming. I got my order of bagels and was thankful that Sebastian recommended that I pick up some home made cream cheese. I picked up a blueberry and a bacon tub. After trying both, my wife made me go back and pick up a jalapeno cream cheese. All three were fantastic. The bagels, cream cheese, and the hospitality is what stood out for me. While I wish I could frequently visit this place to become a "regular customer", Napa is a little too far away. I do recommend people in the area to give this place a visit if you're looking for a bagel. It is definitely a go to spot. I did spy them making a sandwich and they also looked delicious. I will definitely be back when/if I'm in the area.

I stopped by Signature Bagel in Escondido and had a really great experience. I ordered a lox bagel…read moreand a coffee, and both were excellent. The bagel was fresh with the perfect texture, and the lox tasted high quality and flavorful. It all came together really well. What stood out the most was the service. The owner was very nice and made the whole experience feel welcoming and genuine. You can tell they really care about their customers. Overall, great food and even better service. I'll definitely be coming back and would recommend this spot to anyone in the Escondido area looking for a solid bagel and coffee.

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Every drink imaginable

Tortas y Jugos Goyo

4.0(45 reviews)

0.6 mi

Well Since I Was in Escondido again I always look for a good Bakery and here is another one located…read morein the same shopping center as Little Caesar Pizza on Lincoln Ave in Escondido . Lots of different types of bakery goods here . What I noticed was there bakery items are fairly big size . Looking around they carry lots of different rolls of bakery breads . I also asked how you pick your items . The worker behind the counter said we grab a tray and a pair of Tongs and then you just pick what you want from the case . So we got about 6 different pastries and it costs us 6 Dollars . Not bad considering how much everything went up . Overall it was a good experience and i surely can see myself coming back . As for the Bakery items it tasted good and I say give it a try and enjoy it .

Been coming here since I was a teen. Now I bring my family. My daughter is anemic so we come here…read morefor the fresh juices to get her iron levels up and it's always fresh and delicious. Staff has always been friendly and tables are always clean. My husband gets the tortas with fries and is always satisfied. The juices aren't served with ice usually but they never hesitate to give me some on the side for which I am grateful!

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Helen N.

4980

996

1943

14 years ago

One of number one favorite pizza here is the Buffalo Chicken Pizza. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/roccos-pizza-deli-escondido?select=cK9W-Oj4sgR95B0iPOHffg#cK9W-Oj4sgR95B0iPOHffg My first impression is the pizza smells delicious. I ordered The Buffalo Style Chicken pizza. My buffalo chicken pizza contains Mozzarella cheese, fresh onions, fresh green pepper, fresh tomato, and fresh chicken breast marinated in buffalo hot sauce. This pizza has a buffalo spicy sauce. It is great! It was hot enough that you wanted a drink nearby, but not so hot that you were in pain eating it. When I take a bite, it was the perfect amount of crispy for a crust. It is a thinner crust on this pizza. It is a bit crisp on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. Oh, the sauce. The sauce was spicy. It was the perfect heat for me. I'll admit it. I'm addicted to spicy foods. I like they cut the chicken up into small cubes. The chicken was tasty, but there was not a ton of it on the pizza. I would have liked a bit more on there. The seasoning was great and so was the cheese. I loved the buffalo hot sauce. The flavor might not be as powerful as other hot sauces, but this one is just perfect. Not too weak and not too strong. Just right! Thanks to Rocco's Pizza for using buffalo hot sauce when making my pizza. Recommended? Most Definitely! The restaurant was not at all crowded. The lady at the counter was courteous. This pizza was good enough to serve again. It was too hot for your small children, but enjoyed by the adults. I will probably buy this again. P.S. Just know what you are getting into before you eat it. Have a drink handy and be ready! read more

Jeannette M.

Elite 19

7 years ago

Stopped in to pick up pizza and salad for an easy meal for a weeknight. I ordered a small cheese pizza, a large pepperoni, mushroom and olive pizza and a Greek salad. The pizza was amazing!! The crust was not too think and not cracker thin, it was perfect! Cheese was perfect amount, toppings and sauce ratio were spot on. The salad was also a great surprise. For the low price, I figured it would be mostly lettuce, but I was sooo wrong. It was full of all the other ingredients that make a Greek salad Greek. The dressing was to die for. They even offered me a free six pack or two liter of soda with my large pizza order. I was really surprised since the total bill was under $40. What a great new find for my family. Great food, super friendly mom and pop owners and a bargain. We will be back often! read more

Cyrus P.

10 years ago

Outstanding pizza!! They actually use real cheese in their pizza no imitation. Their pizza are great and very reasonable for prices. Not to mention you get a FREE 6 pack of soda or 2 liter with a purchase of a large or giant pizza. I've never had that deal anywhere else! Great family owned business highly recommend them! read more

BJ W.

12 years ago

Best pizza ever. They make the perfect thin crust pizza just the way I like it. They are always wonderfully accommodating. Made us a wonderful thin crust vege Alfredo pizza. Also the meatball sandwich is especially delicious. I recommend Rocco's Pizza every chance I get. read more

Christian C.

1 year ago

Hands down one of the best slices I've had in a very long time!! My wife and I came in for a couple slices and my goodness!! We will be back. The family atmosphere and good food what else do you want!!???!?? read more

Lily N.

13 years ago

I visited Rocco's Pizza Deli for lunch. They serve one thing - pizza! - and they do it well. Perfectly cooked crust, delicious fresh tomatoes, sweet onion, tasty cheese. Delicious! read more

Melinda B.

7 years ago

I'm from Boston and pizza in California is awful but Rocco's knows how to make PIZZA They even DELIVER and the price is FANTASTIC read more

Lisa C.

9 years ago

The pizza was delicious and the people were warm and welcoming. Will certainly eat there again!

Zue W.

217

760

14 years ago

Great pizza one of my favorites i have been coming here since i was a kid

Katie Y.

9 years ago

Customer service gets a thumbs down

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