Best Family Restaurants in Cleveland National Forest

"True to its name, this local chain with locations in Liberty Station, East Village, Encinitas, Ocean Beach, and North Park serves up a mean breakfast. Standout items include the cinnamon roll pancakes, shrimp and grits, and the Breakfast Sammie, made with thick-cut applewood-smoked bacon marinated in paprika and brown sugar with a sunny-side up egg (dubbed by us to be one of the best in SD). Owner Johan Engman (who also owns and operates three Fig Tree Café outposts) is looking to expand his breakfast brand even further with the debut of North Park Breakfast Co. this summer."

"Located 5.2 km (3.2 mi) away from Moonlight State Beach is Forum Carlsbad shopping mall, where Casa De Bandini Mexican restaurant can be found. From the entrance to the interior, both adults and children will adore the decoration. There’s a large outdoor sitting area great for families with kids and a water fountain beside the seating area."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Exciting news, amigos!. We are a finalist for “Best Mexican Cuisine” and "Best Latin American" in The San Diego..."

"Every time I eat here I say the same thing: my favorite San Diego area restaurant. What's nice is that they set up a nice sized patio on the street ..."

"It sounds odd but an employee once recommended to try it with mashed potatoes as the base, and butternut squash as..."

"For musicians, music lovers, and those interested in venturing off the well-worn path, the Museum of Making Music is a must-visit attraction in Carlsbad. Dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the music industry, it has been doing just that since it was founded more than two decades ago. In addition to an impressive collection of music memorabilia, the museum features lots of interactive activities that allow guests to experiment with different instruments."

"This is a fun and interesting museum where you can not only look at exhibits of musical instruments but you can try your hand at playing some of them. Each gallery represents 20 years, with vintage instruments as well as audio and video clips of that era's popular music. The final gallery is an interactive music room where visitors put on head phones and try out keyboards, guitars and uncommon instruments."

"The Museum of Making Music is an interactive music museum in San Diego, California. This museum entails how the musical industry supplies the musical instruments, products, & gears to the world, because of which we all are creating music today!. On your entry into the museum, you will see remarkable examples of musical instruments."

"Right across from Grape Day Park, you’ll find this cheerful indoor/outdoor museum for kids and families. There are fantastic hands-on educational exhibits at San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum designed to help kids learn about science, art, and the wider world through imagination, exploration, and experimentation. The exhibits in the museum’s four main areas (Imagine, Explore, Experiment, and Discover) change frequently, but there’s always plenty to see and do."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Allie_Caulfield used under CC BY 2.0. Much fun can be found here at the San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum!. Located in beautiful Escondido, this museum offers some of the most fun things to do in Escondido, for both kids and adults!"

"Since it was founded more than nine decades ago, the Gemological Institute of America has been one of the world’s most prominent authorities on all things relating to diamonds, gems, precious stones, and pearls. The GIA’s headquarters is located on Armada Drive in Carlsbad. It features a popular museum chock-full of interesting exhibits and incredible works of craftsmanship."

"The Fig Tree Café has a trio of locations to satisfy your breakfast cravings. Since it only uses the freshest local produce, eggs from a family-owned ranch in Ramona, and humanely-raised meats, chowing down at Fig Tree might be the most ethical thing you'll do all week. For all of you vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free types, Fig Tree has you more than covered -- though you'll miss out on the joy that is ordering a side of Man Candy: thick bacon with brown sugar and paprika."

"Fig Tree Cafe is an excellent choice for lazy Sunday brunch, as the service is slower and the atmosphere is much more relaxed than some of the other places we have listed. Fig Tree Cafe- Hillcrest, is just one of their three San Diego locations, the others residing in Pacific Beach and Liberty Station. The breakfast sushi is a popular choice, especially for first timers, as it often stands out on the menu as something different than the typical!"

"Tucked inside the Kababayan Bakery in Spring Valley, Snoice serves up pandesal ice cream sandwiches filled with flavors like iconic ube (yam), buko pandan (coconut, screwpine leaves), and mais queso (creamy corn, cheese, milk) alongside shaved snow and favorite Filipino dessert halo halo."

"Such good food that anything you choose on the large menu will leave you happy. Worth it for the portions!"

"Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion® Cuisine promises to make for one of the most unique fine dining experiences available. Open for dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 619-239-7697"

"If you care about the quality of ingredients on your plate, the West Steak and Seafood’s farm to table approach will leave you very happy indeed. Most of the herbs, fruits, and vegetables that go into their dishes come directly from nearby West Farm, while the seafood is as fresh and local as you can get. Combine this with an intimate, distinctive dining room, a 5-star approach to service, and a culinary team with a creative flair that’d rival Picasso’s, and you can understand why it’s rapidly becoming one of the most talked-about restaurants in Carlsbad."

"Dry-aged steaks and hearty meat entrees are a big draw at this steakhouse but the restaurant’s detail to service will make your meal one to remember. The restaurant’s commitment to farm-to-table shines in the veggie side dishes (seasonal ingredients are harvested from its private farm nearby), and seafood dishes like the Chilean sea bass are just as delicious as the meats. Insider tip: Daily happy hour 4:30-6:30 PM"

"Surf 'n turf, locally farmed produce & festive happy hours in an upscale dining hall with a bar. Address : 4980 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA 92008, United States"

"For a celebratory upscale meal in San Diego’s Gaslamp District, you won’t be disappointed at The Oceanaire Seafood Room. Great for a date night, the dining room feels like you’re stepping aboard a luxury ocean liner from years past. Start with the Grand Shellfish Tower — an array of fresh crab legs, jumbo shrimp, and other ocean goodies served atop crushed ice in an impressive display."

"The Oceanaire Seafood Room is one of the premier dining locations in San Diego, located in the Gas Lamp District. The establishment is a part of a high-end restaurant chain that offers a sophisticated yet lively environment that draws crowds of diners. The art-decor is reminiscent of an ocean liner with upscale accents and the service is great."

"Versatility and freshness set this seafood specialist apart. Combining a bountiful oyster bar with a fresh fish menu that changes daily, Oceanaire offers a changing selection that may include snapper, swordfish, grouper, mahi-mahi and blue marlin steak. Jumbo lump crab cakes and fish and chips are favorites as well."