I'm sooo happy I stumbled across this art studio in downtown Vista Village while I waited to see a…read moremovie nearby. Going to Clay 'N Latte was a greaaat way to pass the time! I'm always trying to find ways to tap into my creativity and voilà, Clay 'N Latte. It's been up and running at this location since 2004 making its artful imprint on the community. When I entered the studio, the staff were very friendly and helpful creating a welcoming environment for art expression. One of the them checked me in. Another one walked me through what was on the table and where to find things. I appreciated their genuine assistance throughout my artwork. I can tell it's a popular place with the amount of people already there doing something creative for Easter weekend. All in all, I had a positive experience. I just looove my Easter egg!! I'll definitely go back for the adult events and strongly recommend this family-owned business to the Yelp Community :-) FYI - They don't have lattes.

Big shoutout to Amanda, she went above and beyond to help out girls bring out their creativity.read more

We really wanted to do something unique this year to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United…read moreStates. We have accomplished a lot of firsts at Frontwave since it opened. First event, Simone Biles, first game, Clippers, first concert Cake. This was our 2nd VIP experience, we had a reserved table at The Pala Starlite Patio to watch the 3rd of July Spectacular. There was live music, specialty cocktails and raffles. One food kiosk was open for Tanner's Burgers and snacks. It provided a wonderful elevated viewing platform. We enjoyed the Oceanside drone and fireworks to celebrate this special year. This was our first drone show. We preferred it and chose to go out this night prior to the 4th fireworks show at our home. We wanted to be home with our dogs on the 4th when other shows around us made their usual noise that scare animals. We would attend this event again. #250th #Oceanside #Frontwave #YelpthanksWOW

Frontwave Arena has quickly become one of my favorite entertainment venues in North County. We've…read moreattended multiple events here, including concerts, and every experience has been fantastic. The arena feels modern, clean, and well-designed, and honestly, there isn't a bad seat in the house. No matter where you're sitting, you have a great view of the action. One thing people often mention is parking. You can pay for arena parking, which typically ranges from $15-$25 depending on the event, or you can park for free behind some of the nearby businesses and enjoy a short walk. Personally, I think it's a fair trade-off, especially considering everything the arena offers. The food options are surprisingly good for an event venue. The smash burgers are delicious, and the steak nachos are hands-down my favorite. They also offer a good selection of alcoholic beverages for those who want to enjoy a drink while watching a game or concert. What really stands out is the variety of events. From hockey, indoor football, soccer, and basketball to concerts and family entertainment, there's always something happening. The atmosphere is energetic, fun, and welcoming every time we've visited. One of the best things Frontwave Arena does is offer free tickets to many of their sporting events for local families through promotions on their Instagram page. Follow them and keep an eye out! If paying $15-$25 for parking helps support a venue that regularly gives away tickets so families and friends can enjoy games together, I'm more than happy to do it. Frontwave Arena is a great addition to our community, and I highly recommend checking out an event if you haven't already.

First of all, I was expecting to see Joe Hisaishi perform but, instead it was a quartet performing…read moremusic by Joe Hisaishi. Did I feel scammed? YES! Did I enjoy the music though? YES! Fortunately, the musicians were all top notch professional musicians with peak level musicality other wise I would have walked out... MUSICIANS: Professional and their playing was very soothing. They even performed an encore at the end which was the Legend of Zelda... SERVICE: C+ I felt like I was entering TSA check in at the airport. Phones must be silent. I couldn't even have the screen on. Too strict for a small theatre... AMBIANCE: 7/10 you could hear fire trucks passing by in the background. Do they plan to leave the theater doors open throughout the entire performance? This is definitely very different from Carnegie Hall... I should have known better. Joe Hisaishi would not be performing at a little theatre like this one... I would steer clear!!!

A friend and I attended the Candlelight performance. I had been to this theater years back and…read moreforgot how convenient the theater is and what great performances they have to offer. They are very organized as far as getting the attendees to their seats. They are also very friendly. We found the place to be very clean and the chairs pretty comfortable. Our tickets were for the C section which was seated further and higher. I thought this was perfect for the performance we were seeing. I will have to keep this place in mind for future shows. I would recommend the theater. Street parking is available and not too far away is a parking garage. Be aware of where you park, watch for timed parking signs.

Straight up, a FIVE-STAR venue! Online ticket purchases are a breeze. Parking is a non-issue with…read moreplenty of parking all around the theater. We have been there for bands, magic shows, seasonal shows etc. and have not been disappointed. The featured cover bands are the best! Anyway, walking into the theater is like walking into someone's home. The staff treats you like family! It is the complete OPPOSITE of all the stressful hoops you have to jump through at a large arena style event. The lobby is quite comfortable and has a lot of artifacts showing the amazing history of the resort. Will probably take a few visits to go through it all. One last thing. They made an error on their schedule which resulted in me having tickets on two different dates of the same event. Rather than send an email, they personally called me and gave me options that quickly resolved the issue! Although we've been guests at Welk's Theater for just over a year, I sure wish I had known about them sooner...

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was disappointing from start to finish…read more Check-in was advertised for 4:00 p.m., but we didn't get our room until nearly 8:30 p.m., costing us hours of the vacation we paid for. Throughout our stay, we requested basic necessities like fresh towels and soap refills, but they never arrived despite multiple requests. On checkout day, housekeeping walked into our room at 9:00 a.m., a full hour before the 10:00 a.m. checkout, while we were still getting dressed. Our privacy was completely disregarded. I was also repeatedly singled out because of my service dog. Multiple employees yelled, "You better clean up after your dog," even though I was visibly carrying waste bags and had done nothing wrong. It was humiliating and showed a lack of training on how to appropriately interact with guests who use service animals. To make matters worse, I unexpectedly started my period and needed pads before the gift shop opened. Because the resort had no way to help and the trams were so unreliable, I had to walk all the way down the steep hill just to get basic hygiene supplies. For a resort of this size, that level of guest support is unacceptable. The most concerning part of our stay was the Russian tortoise in the kids' center. I am the founder of The Wise Frog Reptile Rescue and have spent more than 11 years rescuing and rehabilitating reptiles. The tortoise appeared to lack proper UVB and heat, and its shell was in alarming condition. I brought my concerns to staff, but they showed little interest in addressing them. My children were heartbroken because they immediately recognized the animal appeared to be in distress. An animal should never be displayed for children if its welfare is being overlooked. Between the delayed check-in, ignored requests, lack of privacy, treatment over my service dog, unreliable transportation, and concerns about animal welfare, this resort fell far short of the experience we expected. I hope management takes these issues seriously and makes meaningful changes for both guests and the animals in their care

My first time to this location. We came here for a program graduation. It is an older building but…read morea good venue to use for a smaller event. I like nostalgic feel and look and it is in the older part of Vista where there are plenty of food nearby stops to try.

The AVO is quaint and intimate! For being a smaller theater, it sure does pack quite a punch! The…read morestage and seating are constructed in such a way as to allow sound to travel well and voluminously! Ah, that stage! Allows for a lot of detail from both the vibrant actors as well as the stagecraft itself (scenery, props, lighting) to come through! While the circular lobby might not be the largest, it is quite comfortable, and when the doors are left open to allow in an evening's breeze, it becomes all the more inviting, whether one be just entering from outside after procuring a ticket OR stretching their limbs during intermission! Located in the most adorable part of Vista, the AVO is a jewel on this gorgeously strung necklace of mom-and-pop shops, bars, cafés, and salons! Plenty of parking! For the sake of sharing, my husband and I saw Blithe Spirit here and I recommend not only the theater, but the play! We will surely come back for future productions put on at the AVO.

The administrator and vibes aren't it. No one is friendly, communication is poor at best, and…read moretrying to pay the woman was a journey at first and now it's been a journey to get her to stop charging me after I told her my kids weren't going back. Went to a baseball game and my 3&5 yr olds were a part of the field performance- it took sooo long for our kids to get to the stands other parents and I were looking to see if we had any communication on where to get them. After my children showed up being led by other children- one of mine was missing her game ticket. I went to find the teacher to ask her about it and she asked ME which child my kids were walking with.... When enrollment for the 2024-25 year came up I was charged before I turned in registration forms. After disputing the charge and obviously stating my kids won't be back, Kate still charged me for the following month's tuition. Now she won't return my texts or emails where I've asked for a refund. I'm now disputing these charges with my bank and letting you all know to be wary of this business.

Be careful. They ghost you when you ask about a bill. We had to dispute charge with bank…read more Completely unprofessional. Teacher was good though.

Seriously such a great activity for both kids and adults. It's located on the 1st floor of the…read moreNorth County mall next to See's Candy and Old Navy and right below the Cheesecake Factory. It's a VR play store where they have individual stalls (about 8) each equipped with a screen, one VR headset, and hand remotes. You can play by yourself or join someone else's game in the other stalls. There's a 100 different games to choose from. There are also 2 virtual driving stations. Due to the complexity of using the remotes, I'd say these activities are best suited for 7-8 year olds and above. They also do birthday packages which I'm sure are popular among the kids. The owner Jordan is awesome. He is super friendly and helpful. I don't know how he does it but he is able to manage all 8 individual stalls and troubleshoot for each person right away. You pay every 30 min. They offer happy hour which is half off Monday-Thursday from 5pm to close. So we paid $10 for 30 mins for each stall which was a good deal. They also have a punch card so the more you play, the more free play time you can earn. My kids are already asking to go back lol :p we shall return soon for more fun!

Friendly staff who are also very helpful. I really enjoyed this VR gaming experience.read more

Fantastic collection of hundreds of paintings by well known, and not so well known, watercolor…read moreartists. Gallery is operated by very skilled, and knowledgeable staff. You can purchase originals, or digital reproductions on watercolor paper. Located off the beaten path. A must see if you enjoy fine art.