I had heard this place was popular, so I’d been wanting to visit for a long time. Escondido itself was also a really nice area. We went right after opening, and wow—there was already a line. That really shows how popular it is! This time, we ordered the Bench Burger, the Chorizo Diabolo, and fries. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and the atmosphere feels a bit like a sports bar. There’s a great selection of beers, and they also offer a variety of shakes. And the most important part—the food? Amazing. Everything was delicious. The Chorizo Diabolo was spicy and exactly my kind of flavor, but not heavy at all. All the staff were very friendly, and I’d definitely love to come back again.
Vegan Restaurant
Burger Bench Escondido
· $$$$ · escondido · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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I had heard this place was popular, so I’d been wanting to visit for a long time. Escondido itself was also a really nice area. We went right after opening, and wow—there was already a line. That really shows how popular it is! This time, we ordered the Bench Burger, the Chorizo Diabolo, and fries. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and the atmosphere feels a bit like a sports bar. There’s a great selection of beers, and they also offer a variety of shakes. And the most important part—the food? Amazing. Everything was delicious. The Chorizo Diabolo was spicy and exactly my kind of flavor, but not heavy at all. All the staff were very friendly, and I’d definitely love to come back again.
Huge milkshakes and hearty salads n burgers. Quick, friendly, delicious. We arrived with 10 people and they took great care of us. Sweet craft brew selection, but the shakes took the cake. I ordered the Cobb salad and a soup, both tasty, and the Cobb was so big, others at the table were jealous. Solid spot in downtown Escondido.
Huge milkshakes and hearty salads n burgers. Quick, friendly, delicious. We arrived with 10 people and they took great care of us. Sweet craft brew selection, but the shakes took the cake. I ordered the Cobb salad and a soup, both tasty, and the Cobb was so big, others at the table were jealous. Solid spot in downtown Escondido.
Burgers were great, drinks were great, atmosphere was great. The only complaint I would have would be that there is no options for Combos, only Ala Carte.