Half-Day Away: A Neighborhood Guide to Escondido

by Erin Chambers - Citysearch Editor - 9,287 Reviews - 164 Lists

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Updated: June 30, 2008

From restaurants to vineyards, boutiques to day spas, take a tour through historic Excondido to see why it's our favorite half-day trip.

On this page:Escondido: Where to Eat, Escondido: Where to Shop, Spa, Escondido: What to See.

Escondido: Where to Eat

  1. 1 Jalapeno Grill & Cantina
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    503 W Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 (map)

    Mesquite-grilled steaks and Southwestern cuisine served in a Baja-inspired setting brings a taste of Mexico to Escondido.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended Vincent's Sirinos Restaurant
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    113 W Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 (map)

    An award-winning chef, savory French-California cuisine, and fresh veggies grown on-site are a winning combination. It's arguably the neighborhood's finest, most popular restaurant.

  3. 3 Remy's On Grand
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    113 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 (map)

    Find the neighborhood's best contemporary French and Italian cuisine here, served in an elegant bistro setting.

  4. 4 Sand Crab Cafe
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    2229 Micro Place, Escondido, CA 92029 (map)

    Family-friendly eatery specializes in affordably priced seafood served in a fun, nautical atmosphere.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Bistro Le Bouchon
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    511 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025 (map)

    Affordably priced French cuisine and premium wines served in a casual, bistro setting.

Escondido: Where to Shop, Spa

  1. 6 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Massage Envy
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    1118 W. Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025 (map)

    On a budget? Massages start at just $39 (watch for the first-time specials) at this affordable spa spot.

  2. 7 4 Star Rating: Recommended Bellissima Day Spa & Salon
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    122 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 (map)

    It's where the local residents stop in for quick, but luxurious and relaxing massagess.

  3. 8 Wooden Boutique
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    129 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 (map)

    Find unqiue, hand-crafted wood furniture and gifts in the center of old town Escondido.

Escondido: What to See

  1. 9 4 Star Rating: Recommended Mingei International Inc
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    155 W Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 (map)

    A 12-acre campus comprised of art and dance studios, plus a concert hall, theater and museum.

  2. 10 California Center for the Arts Escondido
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    340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025 (map)

    A 12-acre campus comprised of art and dance studios, plus a concert hall, theater and museum.

  3. 11 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Bates Nut Farm
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    15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082 (map)

    Country store offers raw and salted nuts, sun-dried fruits, candies and seasonal gifts plus outdoor events and a pumpkin patch.

  4. 12 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Pk
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    15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA 92027 (map)

    San Diego Zoo sister property features expansive wildlife preserve, educational programs and recreational fun in the San Pasqual Valley.