I came to look at this place for a birthday. This place is more of space and you do all the…read moredecorating yourself so skies the limit. Perfect location near grocery stores, pharmacy and the mall. You can have a small or large event here. They include chairs and tables and a moveable bar. There is a kitchen and plenty of place for at least 150 people. You can have a DJ, a Photo Booth and all kinds of extras for an extra charge. I didn't take pics inside because they were getting ready for an event and I didn't want the little one in the pic. There was also a kids room separate from the main room. Nice place. The lady who showed me around was very nice. Have people decorate well and the place can be magical. It's definitely a contender.

From the owner: Three Sixteen Studio is a blank slate with multiple uses. Things we host:…read more Meetings in private office or main area Photoshoots Fitness classes pop up show room pop up retail Workshops

This place is part of why this region is phenomenal for beer. Have gotten to drink a few Burgeon…read morebeers this past summer and was in the area so I had to stop by. The bartenders are very helpful to assist you in finding the right beer. I tried a couple nice pilsners and then switched over to a heavier hazy ipa. All the beer was of very high quality and the hazy was delicious. As with just about every brewery, there will be children and dogs. There are TVs for sports as well. If you are into beer, this place will bring you back.

Great spot for our holiday party! Mel was super helpful and accommodating. The staff was on top of…read moreeverything, efficient and we never had to wait too long for a drink. They serve both wine and beer. They have a list but you are able to order/bring whatever food you'd like.

Although I didn't end up getting a coworking space here, it was a great option…read more The red brick, industrial decor gives a less corporate vibe. There are many private suite options - some small, some large. There was large open coworking area if you just needed a place to plug in and work. Plenty of parking spaces as well. I ended up choosing another option due to its location but this spot came in second!

I had an excellent experience at the corking space. There is plenty of parking. The location has…read moremany communal areas to sit on a few communal extra monitors that you can connect to. It is a dog friendly facility. There is plenty of indoor seating and also an area outside where you can enjoy the beautiful Carlsbad weather. there were also free snacks such as trail mix, corn, nuts, and some donuts. The staff was friendly. They also had separate phone booths where you can take meetings. The only downside is that the common areas did not have economic seating. Although there were many types of chairs to choose from. Highly recommended.

We had a great family outing at Fox Point Farms! It's a…read morewonderful place to bring kids. The farm is cute and well maintained, and the tractor barrel ride was enjoyed by kids. Admission to tractor ride included picking a vegetable and animal feeding/petting. The market is adorable, and we really appreciated that many of the ingredients used in the prepared food sold are organic and locally sourced. We ordered the pizza and salad, and both were fresh and delicious; our kids enjoyed them too. Parking onsite is limited, but we had no trouble finding nearby street parking and walking over. There were also plenty of clean bathrooms, which is always a plus when visiting with young children. Overall, a fun, relaxing experience for families. Great place to take guests.

Yes! There was one vegan sweet treat in the case. A Summer Fields Cookie - Coconut and Sweet…read moreCorn. It was so flavorful. Lime zest was sprinkled over the cookie in addition to some coconut flakes and a glaze over part of the cookie. Definitely a re-buy. Tried a new-to-me Kombucha as well. There are so many items in the market, but it doesn't feel crowded. I was able to get the last bag of Steep & Sourdough English Muffin Sourdough Bagels. I just noticed that there is a little sticker on the bag - Best in Show from the 2026 San Diego County Fair. Now I'm extra-glad I picked them up! I wish the pizzas offered a vegan cheese. The tacos had one vegan taco, but as an fyi, their beans are vegan. There is a great open space for picnicking, playing, or watching soccer! Fun little playground with a great tree to play on.

Absolutely beautiful area with green grass, blooming flowers, man-made ponds with flowing water,…read moreand the ducks enjoying! There are benches to sit on and it's just a lovely, quiet area amongst newer, big homes.

A lovely place for a walk in the La Costa Greens neighborhood. The lake is scenic and charming…read more There is a path that winds it's way around the lake that is a delight. There are turtles that enjoy sunbathing on the rocks and the waterfall and fountain provide a soothing peaceful soundtrack to your respite. Highly recommend this spit for some peace and quiet.

This place is an absolute gem hidden off of Melrose! You turn down in here and you see so many…read morebeautiful things. There are peacocks during the early morning time roaming around. They have a beautiful little movie theater where you can watch a show about how it all began and a tiny little gift shop. Then you can walk around and see all of the horse stables, houses, and beautiful reflection pool.

We got the opportunity to walk with a docent/guide during a light rain we had in May. It was s nice…read moreto walk in the rain and hear stories of the past at Leo Carrillo Ranch. The cacti were in blossom which was a unique treat! We saw peacocks, a wide variety of local biota and enjoyed talking story with a knowledgeable elder.

Celebrating our daughter's 18th Birthday/Debut at the Vistonian Venue in Vista, CA was the best…read moredecision we made during the entire event planning process -- and it almost didn't happen. Initially, we were scheduled to hold her special day at a venue aboard Camp Pendleton, however, with the current state of... everything... we made the decision to start looking elsewhere for a venue out in town. My daughter and I were vendors at an event a couple weeks prior and fell in love with the look and feel of the Vistonian. Once we realized that having the her party on base was no longer an option, the first place we looked was this downtown Vista gem. The location was major. Moving it off base, alleviated the stress of having to worry about guests not being able to attend due to security restrictions, there was ample parking, the venue was partially decorated in the style that we were hoping to capture, we were able to bring in our own catering, vendors were able to access and move about the venue with ease, and working with Shelly Firth made for a stress-free, accommodating, professional experience. The Vistonian Venue offers a rustic, refined, Boho, modern, minimalistic aesthetic that fit perfectly with our rustic tropical Philippines Filipina vision we had for the party. The luscious greens throughout the venue helped to minimize the amount of greenery we had to bring in to curate the vibe. The open, high ceilings with exposed beams and tasteful touches of modern wood elements also added to the ambiance we were hoping to achieve. As our coordinator, Shelly was amazing. She worked with my desired layout so that the day of the event we walked in and start setting up without hang-ups. It made it a lot easier for everyone involved in set-up on our side. During the event, the restrooms stayed clean, the trash levels were maintained, and as the go-to gal, even I was able to relax, visit with guests, and enjoy the special evening. When I share with others about the Vistonian Venue, the first thing I say is that it was truly serendipitous. It played out exactly as it should have. For it to work out the way that it did, made it better than I could have possibly imagined. Reflecting on the night, the first adjective that comes to mind is FUN. Everyone had fun, especially the birthday girl.

Company Holiday party. Excellent venue. Super fun experience and the place was large enough for…read moreeveryone to have fun!

I had the opportunity to experience the botanical garden both as a general visitor and as a…read moreprospective wedding venue. It was one of the most beautiful venues we toured, though there were some limitations regarding event spaces and accessibility. There were two primary areas capable of accommodating our guest count of 150: the Lawn Garden and the Dickinson Family Education Conservatory. I preferred the ceremony setup at the Conservatory, while the Lawn Garden offered a more appealing space for cocktail hour. However, the Lawn Garden is entirely outdoors, so couples should have a weather contingency plan. The amphitheater adjacent to the Conservatory felt relatively plain and undersized compared to the lush surroundings. Both venues were conveniently located near parking lots and restrooms, though the restrooms themselves resembled standard public facilities. The garden grounds were expansive and quite hilly. The Lawn Garden parking area required navigating a significant incline that could be difficult for some guests. While a shuttle service exists, we were informed it is volunteer operated and unavailable for private events. Venue rentals included ceremony chairs and cocktail hour belly bar tables. Most other services and rentals must be booked through approved vendors. During our tour, we explored many of the garden's attractions and found it to be highly family friendly, though less accommodating for elderly guests or those with mobility concerns. Children would love the children's garden, streams, and treehouse areas. Meanwhile, sections such as the Rainforest Garden and New Zealand Garden featured steep pathways that may be challenging to navigate. My favorite areas were the Walled Garden and the dancing topiaries, where flowers were sculpted into whimsical musicians and dancers. We also attended the Orchid Showcase inside the Conservatory, which featured an impressive collection of orchids. The volunteers were exceptionally knowledgeable and eager to share information beyond what was available on the website, adding a great deal to the experience. The gift shop was an underrated highlight. I picked up a pressed flower magnet where each one featured a unique arrangement. Ultimately, the venue felt a bit too small for our wedding, but it remained one of our top contenders. For couples who value greenery and natural beauty, this would be an incredible choice for a smaller guest count. Just be aware that much of the planning, design, and personalization will fall on the couple.

Had very unpleasant attempt to visit botanical gardens. We…read morebrought our service dog with us and had all the documents to prove it. The women at the front desk kept asking millions questions and expressing unreasonably doubts. Ny kids and I felt like being on lie detector.Very humiliating feeling. After finally being admitted, we left shortly. Our experience were ruined.It was no place for enjoyment. Very bitter,sad feeling... I didn't know people can be so mean at botanical gardens. This woman should work somewhere else,like border patrol or security check point. It would be better for everyone. Never come back to this place.

Stopped by Kids & Coffee on a short staycation in SD, and it was incredible! The space was so much…read morebigger than we expected and had plenty to do for our kids. Our oldest loved the large play structures and the youngest loved the trampoline and block building area. The cafe team was great and served us quickly, and we were impressed by the number of food items available. The coffee was alright - not amazing - but not terrible. One thing to note if you go is that the café is tucked into a corner so not every seat from the café has a line of site to the play area. And if you have drinks, you have to stay in the café. So if you were planning on having a relaxing coffee, while watching your kids from afar, that is not exactly an option. My only note for improvement would be for the staff to do a little more to help manage particularly physical/destructive children, if/when the parents are not doing enough. When we visited, there was one young child who was running around knocking kids over, knocking over blocks, and just generally being really hyper. That is totally understandable for a young kid, but the parents were nowhere to be found, and the staff clearly looks concerned, but didn't really do anything to help mitigate the situation.

Went one time. My kid caught a staph infection and a virus all in one go. Kids get sick and I…read moreexpect it, but dang. Also, the food was horrid. Coffee wasn't bad. Play structures are cool. My kids had fun, but it definitely wasn't worth the following week (still going) of illness. Tried to work while my kids played. There's one staff member in the play area, who wasn't really monitoring the kids. There also weren't really plugs if you need to charge. I had to rearrange furniture to situate myself next to the plug.