The Pony Room

We visited The Pony Room, an upscale, local gem that is tucked away in the Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, for a special dinner. Its high food quality, stunning location, professional service, and extensive wine and liquor selection made it a memorable fine-dining experience. The lobster nachos were a real treat with sumptuous bites of lobster mixed with a vibrant pico de gallo, guacamole, cheese, and slightly spicy sauce. The hamachi crudo was so fresh. The dish was brightened by thinly sliced Serrano peppers, shiso leaves, and a well balanced ponzu sauce that complemented the fish. The brussel sprouts with bacon were a bit heavy and sweet alongside a main entree. I would opt for a lighter side dish next time, if pairing it with one of their hearty main entrees. The jumbo Baja shrimp c

It's like dining at your backyard! But much more than that! Serene, nature, peaceful yet elegant and classy. We went here to celebrate our son's birthday! It is also a hotel so in case you want to stay sometime. Kind of a higher price point though. But I think you get what you pay for. Just wonderful and beautiful surrounding. It is our first time here but it probably will be our regular place to go here in Escondido. We ordered steak, lamp chop, chicken lettuce wrap, lobster tacos. Everything were very delicious. Well, except for the lobster tacos which were so so. Probably can improve if the tortillas were hand made. Or maybe it is, but not something I'd recommend. Although you must order the bread that was bake to order. It is the focaccia. For $19 we thought it was all worth it. Park

We went here for brunch this past Saturday for my mom and my aunt's birthday. I cannot express how amazing our service was! Everyone who worked there was so hospitable and really accommodating and helping us that everything set up and have a really nice celebration. What I like about Pony room and never gets completely full, so they put us in a nice space near the window with a bench next to us where we could put all of our gifts and belongings. I should add there was nine of us! So fairly good size large party. Our server Alex was super tentative to make sure all of us had her water and drinks while waiting on food. We started off with chips and guac and cinnamon rolls. The food was better than I remembered! Definitely one of the best cinnamon rolls I've ever had, they are extra large so

I didn’t initially see this place was within a gated community, but the security staff were friendly and directed us straight to it. We sat at the bar, and were greeted moments after seating. I ordered the classic Benedict, which I want to replicate at home. So good! We also got the salmon & lox, also very good and fresh. Bar was lively, but not loud. Not too stuffy a place, but I’d go again with friends or family.

We stayed at the Rancho Valencia and ended up having most of our meals at the Pony Room. Having had breakfast, lunch, and dinner here— I can confidently say the food is high quality and super delicious. We’ll definitely be back!