I keep thinking about the wonderful dinner we had at Fresco's on Friday. We started the evening…read morewith perfectly portioned and delicious appetizers--the meatballs and artichokes were outstanding. The patio was beautiful, and we loved that we were able to bring our dog. Ivan did an excellent job pacing the meal and provided professional, attentive service throughout the evening. We enjoyed a fresh Caesar salad and the shrimp for our entree, both of which were excellent. They also have a great wine selection. To top it all off, the owner stopped by our table to chat with us, which is such a rare and appreciated touch these days. We can't wait to come back!

Fresco Grill is a nice enough restaurant, with modern furniture and fixtures. It's dimly lit and…read morelanterns sit at each table, providing a cozy, intimate vibe. You get one free bread basket (of 6 pieces) and some olive oil with balsamic vinegar. I found it interesting that they charged $2.50 for every bread basket after, but ultimately I didn't ask for more. The staff was nice and friendly and checked on us enough. I ordered the pasta of the day, a tortellacci pasta with short rib and cheese covered in a cream demi glaze sauce, and my partner ordered the ravioli al formaggio di capra, a goat cheese and parmesan cheese stuffed ravioli with spinach and tomato cream sauce. Upon arrival, my dish looked quite lackluster. It was about 5 pieces of stuffed pasta covered in a beige sauce and dribbled with squares of short rib. There was a thin film over the sauce, which made me think it had been sitting under a heat lamp for a bit, which would have been okay if the food was good. The taste was underwhelming yet a little too salty. I should have taken a picture of the food, but imagine a hamburger helper beef stroganoff colored pasta sauce--bland and tan. My partner described his dish as something that was once frozen, then reheated, as the pasta felt a little undercooked. He says it was "mid" but "not as bad as Olive Garden". Overall, this place seems nice for a few drinks and maybe some apps. It's possible that we ordered their weakest dishes, but I fear I will not be returning to find out.

Our party of five had a terrific lunch today which was made even better because of waitress named…read moreAmanda--she really made our day!

5/5 Stars!!! I…read morestopped in today expecting a quick trip to pick up two sandwiches, mortadella, and coppa. Having welcomed a newborn just a week ago, my wife and I have been entirely too sleep-deprived and busy to cook. What started as a simple errand ended up being one of the most heartwarming experiences we've had in a long time. When I ordered, Bella at the deli register kindly let me know there would be about a 20-minute wait due to call-in orders, offering me water and fresh bread while I waited. Since my wife and week-old baby were waiting in the air-conditioned car, I brought them inside to sit with me. Shortly after we sat down, a family dining nearby noticed our baby and struck up a warm conversation. A moment later, one of the women from the family came over to congratulate us and offered us some fresh pastries. She returned to our table with two pistachio-filled croissants and two espressos--a gesture that, given our level of sleep deprivation, couldn't have been more appreciated! I later learned from Bella that this incredibly kind woman was Valeria, a member of the Giuseppe family who owns the restaurant. As for the food itself, we got the Gloria sandwich on focaccia. It is honestly one of the best sandwiches we've ever had--so good that this was actually our second time ordering it in three days! I cannot thank Valeria, Bella, and the Giuseppe family enough for their exceptional hospitality and generosity. We left feeling truly cared for and look forward to being regular customers for years to come.

Food has always been the best. Great kitchen. Service as well. Ambience is spectacular. Such a…read morebeautiful facility. You must visit Monserrat.

This was our first wine tasting and we had a great experience with Miguel! 10/10 recommend!read more

We hosted our wedding rehearsal lunch here back in April, and it was absolutely perfect. I had…read moreoriginally reached out to Faro about his other restaurant (127 West Social House) but when rain was in the forecast for our wedding weekend, he thoughtfully suggested we host our lunch here instead. I'm so grateful he did. From the moment I reached out to him, his hospitality made my husband and I feel so welcome and well taken care of. The Italian food was absolutely delicious--every dish was outstanding, and our guests couldn't stop talking about it. We have nothing but compliments for Faro and his team, this restaurant is a gem in Fallbrook!

We ordered the Trupiano's special pizza. The crust was underdone and really just not very…read moreimpressive, especially for the $30 price tag on a SMALL. Additionally we ordered the Romana half salad. This was $15 and should have been $5. Very disappointing. Next time I'm going back to Pala Mesa pizza.

Food was excellent and plentiful. Service was outstanding. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there.read more

Was running some errands up in the Oceanside area and started heading inland toward home. Was…read moregetting hungry and searched for someplace for dinner. Backdraft popped up as an option. A local spot with a sports bar vibe. Perfect for a quick bite on the way home. We were seated immediately by the hostess. It was pretty busy for a Sunday evening. Noticed a patio in the back of the building and asked if we could be seated outside. Not a problem. Our server promptly came over and greeted us. She was great. We mentioned it was our first visit to the restaurant. She gave us some suggestions on menu items and they turned out perfect. We enjoyed the AED Eggs to start. Julie had the Driptorch Salad for her entree. Added salmon for protein. I had the Code 3 Burger. The jalapeños added a nice bit of heat to each bite. For dessert, we enjoyed the Rescue 10. A flourless chocolate torte drizzled with raspberry sauce. Had to get it à la mode as well! Overall a great find. Don't let the small entrance fool you. The food and ambiance behind the door will keep you coming back for more! Keep on Yelp'n!

Recently came back to Z South for an early dinner in between my friend's daughter's dance recitals…read more It took a minute for them to put the table together since there were 7 of us. We ordered Shirley temples in honor of our favorite little performer. But I stuck to my favorite tacos for my entree. I got an al pastor taco and a shrimp taco with rice and beans. Everything tasted great and the service was perfect!

Our first experience at Z South started out good...we were greeted right away and told there might…read morebe a wait for a table, but we were welcome to sit at the bar, so that's what we did. Chips and salsa were brought out right away as well as water. The chips, although greasy, were very crispy and tasty. The three flavors of salsa were a nice touch. Then we waited... Someone eventually came to take out order...didn't introduce herself, didn't ask if we had any questions about the menu/Taco Tuesday...just, "what can I get you"... We ordered the queso fundido app to start and then I ordered the fried fish taco, the shrimp taco and a side of refried beans along with a regular margarita. After taking my order, she started to walk away and then realized she hadn't taken the Hubs order...I mean, yes the restaurant was busy but wtf? The Hubs ordered the California burrito and all that was said was, "It comes with fries"... Then we waited... I noticed a lot of the patrons were regulars...having their orders taken right away, their drinks prepared right away and receiving exceptional service...while we waited. Finally, I received my margarita and then our fundido came out. The margarita was just that...a boring margarita that tasted more like a $5 happy hour margarita than the $10 margarita it was. The fundido was a huge bowl of bubbling cheese with balls of chorizo at the bottom, it was delicious...after we asked for more chips to eat it with (other restaurants usually serve tortillas with it, but, okay...) Then we waited.... My shrimp taco and side of beans arrived as did the Hubs burrito. The burrito was just a plain/dry burrito. I'm not sure why this wasn't mentioned with he ordered it and why adding toppings and/or sides was not suggested...but, okay... My shrimp taco and beans were very tasty... But wait, you exclaim...didn't you also order a fish taco? Why yes, yes I did!!! But, since NO ONE ever came to ask how or meal was or if we needed anything, it was impossible to let them know they forgot my taco. When the server saw that we were finished eating, she was quick to get out check...only then was I able to notify her of the missing taco by telling her to make sure it's not listed on check. At no point did she offer an apology, she just stated that we were not charged for it. The restaurant was busy, but not busy enough for the service to have been as bad as it was...also, there were plenty of servers in the restaurant as well as a couple of bussers and a bartender. Food: 8/10 (only because of the dry ass burrito) Drinks: 5/10 Service: 2/10 (only because of the good service we initially received)

The location is great as it overlooks the city of Fallbrook and is a cool midpoint between mid…read morecounty Riverside and Oceanside/Carlsbad. The restaurant itself is airy and has a cool little mini gallery on the bottom floor. The food is great and the service is FAST! Cool local hang out. Thanks for feeding us!- more than once. My favorite is always the Hawaiian breakfast items and equally as important, the coffee is GOOD.

I've eaten here many times. I've had breakfast, lunch and dinner here. For breakfast just a…read morecouple of times. I mostly had lunch and dinner here with family, friends and my hubby. This one of the few places in town that is a nice but casual restaurant with a good menu for breakfast and lunch, and for dinner too. The prices are reasonable too. They have a great bar with drink specials. I've tried a few cocktails and sweet wines as well as their coffee selections. Today's visit was at lunch time with a friend. I wanted to show up early to get on the wait list early so my guest didn't have to wait. To my surprise, I only had to wait 5 minutes. The wait time was much longer when we were leaving Parking does get full quickly at the top area. Just remember there is parking below, but you will have to face stairs to reach the top level to see the hostess for seating. My lunch meal that I usually get is a Chinese Chicken salad, today was no different. I usually request for extra dressing.. My husband and I like that they do serve soda water. Our server was very friendly and checked on us often. I forgot to point out that when I come with family we prefer outdoor seating if the weather permits. The reason being is that it is loud inside. There is background music, but it could barely be heard because of the echoing of people talking. It is difficult to hear the people you are there with. Today I opted to sit inside because it was warm outside. Well, it was pretty warm inside so the next time it is warm outside I will opt to sit outdoors any way. Great food, nice bar, outdoor seating and good prices. You''ll find me back here.

Well, updating my review about La Cucina Trattoria…read more Sad to find out that the best food in town is gone. To all the staff and Jesse Garg, owner of La Cucina, we all wish you the best of luck. You will be sorely missed. Sadly, my family was heading to La Cucina, when we realized what happened. So, we tried Katys restaurant. The whole look is simple, but friendly. The hand painted murals are sadly gone and the "Italian beauty" of La Cucina is no more. But the food, the staff, and the owners are very motivated to make this place, the best family friendly/ community friendly place in Fallbrook. Too bad it took the closing of the nicest restaurant in Fallbrook to bring Katys to existence. Good luck to Katys in the future. P.S., the brisket hash and the San Fran burger is to die for. :o)

I WANT TO LOVE THIS PLACE!! But I just like it. I had Italian, the other three with me had…read moreIndian. They LOVED the Indian cuisine. The Italian was ok. The salad was disappointing. I would compare it to hospital cafeteria salad. I would expect an Italian restaurant to have good Italian dressing. It wasn't bad but tasted like cheap bottled Italian. The restaurant itself is NICE. It's clean, decorated nicely, and quite spacious. The staff - so nice, friendly, and welcoming. I will go back because the Indian food is great, I want them to succeed (small business), staff is great, and it's a very nice looking restaurant. I just wish their salad and salad dressing was better. Note* This place is BIG and seems like it would be perfect for events!

Amalfi at Lake San Marcos was the perfect place to celebrate a birthday! The location is absolutely…read morestunning, with beautiful lake views from every angle, and the sunset made the evening even more magical. We had a very large group of about 14-15 women, and I was so impressed with the service. The staff was attentive, organized, and genuinely friendly from start to finish. Even better, they didn't automatically add gratuity for a large party, which made us want to tip them even more because the service truly earned it. Our table ordered what felt like every appetizer on the menu, and every single one was delicious. The cocktails were just as impressive. The Midnight Margarita, topped with a beautiful orchid, was as gorgeous as it was delicious, and the Aperol Sunset Spritz was the perfect drink to enjoy while watching the sun go down over the lake. From the food and drinks to the incredible staff and breathtaking setting, everything exceeded our expectations. It was a flawless evening, and I would absolutely recommend Amalfi for a special occasion--or any excuse to enjoy an amazing meal with an unforgettable view. 10/10, we'll definitely be back!

Friday 7/24 13:00hrs visit…read more Top restaurant is lovely and was not jam packed. Met my sister in law for drinks and lunch. "Service" could ve been more attentive and suggestive. It Took a while for our server to take a drink order (2 midnight margaritas & waters) and worse almost 20-25 to take our meal order(bucatini pasta dishes (2 different flavors), salad). We did lock eyes a few times with servers to make ourselves look like we needed help. It was one thing after the other like stacking dishes to be cleared off; requesting for more plates/napkins/water... Despite that, the salad was lovely. The pasta bucatini is tasty and fresh and the drinks (4 cocktails and waters) were easy on our eyes. We moved to the bar to sit a while longer and enjoy another drink. The bar is no different than the dining room service and I know that is something the restaurant should be mindful of. (Slow and not really scoping out what should be taken care of ie/ customers without drinks and or place settings for appetizers.) It is Important to mention, that we were not the only group seeing and feeling this way. Needless to say, a very HONEST & CLEAR 3.5 stars. Price is familiar to what I see at similar restaurants and the taste of food and drinks delicious. Thank you for providing a pretty place to have enjoyed a meal and drink with a loved one.

Delicious meal and nice ambiance. I had the lasagna and it was very filling and so delicious. Also…read moreloved the bread and butter that came with the meal. Service was great and our waiter was respectful and helpful. Love the outside dining area.

Off the beaten path, wasn't sure I was in the right place but glad I stuck with it…read more Big bright inside, warehouse feeling. Nice patio to enjoy a meal outside as well. Service was ok. Calamari was good, there were exactly 2 shrimp, handles of the serving spoons sitting in the sauce which is a miss of a detail, ultimately seemed under seasoned and there is a pile of food sitting in oil on wood. Parmesan prosciutto pasta was well cooked, fresh cracked black pepper would have been beneficial. Tiramisu was the best dish, the mascarpone crème was definitely my favorite, was a lil sad by the lack of coffe and rum soaked lady fingers. I would give this place one more chance now that I understand the menu a bit more.