The Flying Toad

4.7

51 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary French / American

About this restaurant

Romantic
Innovative
Great for outdoor dining

The Flying Toad is the brain child of Chef Hunsaker of Hunsaker at Vincent's; bringing the quality of his gourmet French training to the faster pace world of casual dining, losing none of the quality along the road. Try a bit of this or a little of that, assured nothing will disappoint.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Cocktail Bar, Global, International
Hours of operation
Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(760) 705-8013
Website
http://www.theflyingtoad.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Brandon Hunsaker

Location
113 W Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
Neighborhood
Escondido
Cross street
Grand and Broadway
Parking details
There are several street spaces on Broadway, as well as many public lots very close by.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

The Perfect Peach$13.00
Fresh Peaches | Burrata | Cheese | Mixed Greens | Spiced Pecans | House Poppy Seed Vinaigrette
Fig & Pig$14.00
Figs | Dried Apricots | Pork Belly | Mixed Greens | Shaved Parmesan | Balsamic Vinaigrette
Crab Cake Taco Salad$15.00
Hunsaker Crab Cake | Radish | Black Beans | Cucumber | Cabbage | Corn Tomato Salsa | Tortilla Shell | Cilantro | Lime Chili Cream Dressing
Avocado Lobster Salad$18.00
Lobster | Corn | Cucumber | Red Pepper | Tomato | Chili Lime Vinaigrette

Soupe

Poblano Cheese Soup$13.00
Garlic | Cream | Onion | Stuffed Piquillo Pepper | Crispy Cheese
French Onion Soup$16.00
Veal & Beef Stock | Onion | Baguette Crouton | Port Wine | Swiss Cheese
Clam Chowder & Jalapeno Bacon Cheddar Mel$17.00

Plats Principaux

Duck "Hot Dog"$13.00
Maple Leaf Farms Duck | Bacon | Cream Cheese | Jalapeno | Crispy Egg Roll Wrapper | Fresno Pepper Slaw
5 Cheese Cavatappi Pasta and Cheese$24.00
5oz Chipotle Grilled Skirt Steak | Crispy Bread Crumb
Blackened 1/2 Chicken Fettucine$23.00
Please allow extra time for this extra special dish | Cajun Blackened Organic Free Range Chicken | Cream | Parmesan Cheese | Shallots | Sun Dried Tomatoes | House Made Fettuccine
Kobe Burger$15.00
Kobe Beef Patty | Cheddar Cheese | Dill Pickles | Heirloom Tomato | Lettuce | House Made Thousand Island Dressing | Sesame Seed Brioche Bun
Lobster Roll$24.00
Poached Lobster Meat | Celery | Parsley | Lemon | Basil | Mayo Hot Sauce | Butter Leaf Lettuce | Broche New England Bun
Skirt Steak Stuffed Sweet Potato$16.00
3oz Prime Skirt Steak | Chipotle Rub | Chimichurri | Mushrooms | Sour Cream | Panela Cheese | Crispy Onions
Nut Crusted Lamb Chop Purple Yam$18.00
3oz New Zealand Lamb Chop | Tzatziki Sauce | Feta Cheese Marinated Olives | Pickled Onions
Short Rib Stuffed Russet Potato$15.00
4oz Prime Short Rib | Brie Cheese | Mushrooms | Crispy Onions | Peppercorn Sauce
Duck Fajitas$23.00
Maple Leaf Farms Duck | Caramelized Onions | Mushrooms | Herbs | Goat Cheese | Crepes
Fried Chicken Sliders (3)$16.00
Organic Free Range Chicken | Pickles | Coleslaw | Brioche Bun Sriracha Mayo | Mac & Cheese
Soft Shell Crab "Po Boy"$18.00
Remoulade | Lettuce | Artisan Roll
Mussel and Shrimp Carbonara$25.00
Spring Peas | Pancetta | House Made Fettuccine
Forbidden Rice Albacore Tuna Bowl$23.00
Farro | Crispy Noodles | Avocado | Cucumber | Pickled Carrots | Soy Ginger Vinaigrette | Wasabi Mayo

Classiques

Our Famous Sheperd's Pie & Side Salad$14.00
Our Famous Chicken Pot Pie & Side Salad$14.00

Vegetarian

Saffron$18.00
Shitake Mushroom | Red Pepper Lasagna
Portobello Stack$16.00
Fried Goat Cheese
Stuffed Piquillo$15.00
Poblano Pepper Duo

Entremet

Tiramisu$12.00
Whipped Cream
Pear$12.00
Almond Tart
Pavlova$12.00
Peaches | Blueberries
Flambe' du Jour$12.00
Shot of Tequila$14.00
with Key Lime Pie Cake Chaser
Crème Brulee' Trifle$12.00

Libations

Vices & Virtues$13.00
Gin | Lemon | Crème de Violette | Cherry Liqueur
All Nighter$13.00
Vodka | Shot of Espresso | Kahlua
Lily Pad$13.00
Gin | Lemon | House Made Grenadine
Summertime$13.00
Vodka | Lemonade | Fruit of the Day
Sofa-King-Bueno$14.00
Tequila | Grapefruit Liqueur Lime | Honey Bitters
Orange Blossom$14.00
Vodka | Cointreau Orange Juice

What 51 people are saying

The Flying Toad reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

51 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego6 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 28, 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food here is absolutely amazing and worth the price! I had the steak au poivre, and my family had the duck confit and skirt steak with chimichurri. We also had escargot as an appetizer which was so delicious as well. The down side was because we sat outside it was hard to get a hold of the waiters sometimes. Also the napoleon dessert we had at the end tasted good but the puff pastry was so tough that we had to us a steak knife to cut it. When we mentioned this to the staff they didn’t really want to do anything, or acted like it was normal. Other than that, I would definitely come back for the food and just skip dessert.
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SpaDiner VIP
San Diego35 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 27, 2021
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We have been regular diners for many years to this establishment before it became the flying toad. I like how they adapted to Covid and like the new outdoor dining space. The service staff needs better training and they need a dedicated greeter. They take a lot of chances on unusual food combinations and I’m not a fan. I prefer the traditional tried and true if I’m going to pay $30-45 for an entree.
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JillB
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service. A gem in Escondido. Don’t miss trying this place. You won’t be sorry
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Kimberly
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is phenomenal, I highly recommend it. This isn’t the place you go to if you’re looking for a quick dinner on the cheap, hit up a drive thru for that. This is fine dining located downtown Escondido where you take in the atmosphere and enjoy the whole experience. Treat yourself or your date and go enjoy The Flying Toad.
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JulieC VIP
San Diego13 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious meal. Had the brick chicken ~ so good. My hubby had a shepherd’s pie that was delicious. My friend had the short rib baked potato. She said it was AMAZING. We will be coming back 🎉👍🏻
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DaleT
San Diego43 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food good people
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Barnacle6
San Diego102 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great table... great server...great ambience.... UNBELIEVABLE food. Perfect night out. Thank you.
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AprilS
San Diego6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing, it was presented well and it tasted great. They had large portions and reasonable pricing as well. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Great little spot right on Grand. Will go back again for sure.
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Ozatar VIP
San Diego118 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was very good. My husband had the Surf and Turf special, which was seved Fajita style. The steak was slightly overdone because it continued to cook on the plate. Other than that, all excellent. The kitchen was very slow, so service gets a lower mark.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
San Diego16 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we were a party of 4.. food was delicious! had a great time. so nice during covid to have a delicious meal and not bar food! will be back for a sunday tasting dinner
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The Flying Toad offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 705-8013.

The Flying Toad is rated 4.7 stars by 51 OpenTable diners.

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113 W Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025

Additional information

Cross street
Grand and Broadway
Neighborhood
Escondido
Hours of operation
Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Cocktail Bar, Global, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There are several street spaces on Broadway, as well as many public lots very close by.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Brandon Hunsaker
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theflyingtoad.com/
Phone number
(760) 705-8013

The Flying Toad

About this restaurant

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Table Shares

Flying Toad Fondue$12.00

KFC Cauliflower$12.00

Coffee Crusted Steak Bites$20.00

Kettle Chips & Dip$7.00

Pancetta$12.00

Debut

Signature Frogs Legs$14.00

Crispy Fried Frogs Legs$14.00

Thai Frogs Legs$14.00

Blistered Shishito Peppers$8.00

Wanton Rangoon$7.00

Fried Cheese$9.00

1 lb. Steamed Mussels w/ Fries$14.00

Potato Rosti$8.00

Salades

The Perfect Peach$13.00

Fig & Pig$14.00

Crab Cake Taco Salad$15.00

Avocado Lobster Salad$18.00

Soupe

Poblano Cheese Soup$13.00

French Onion Soup$16.00

Clam Chowder & Jalapeno Bacon Cheddar Mel$17.00

Plats Principaux

Duck "Hot Dog"$13.00

5 Cheese Cavatappi Pasta and Cheese$24.00

Blackened 1/2 Chicken Fettucine$23.00

Kobe Burger$15.00

Lobster Roll$24.00

Skirt Steak Stuffed Sweet Potato$16.00

Nut Crusted Lamb Chop Purple Yam$18.00

Short Rib Stuffed Russet Potato$15.00

Duck Fajitas$23.00

Fried Chicken Sliders (3)$16.00

Soft Shell Crab "Po Boy"$18.00

Mussel and Shrimp Carbonara$25.00

Forbidden Rice Albacore Tuna Bowl$23.00

Classiques

Our Famous Sheperd's Pie & Side Salad$14.00

Our Famous Chicken Pot Pie & Side Salad$14.00

Vegetarian

Saffron$18.00

Portobello Stack$16.00

Stuffed Piquillo$15.00

Entremet

Tiramisu$12.00

Pear$12.00

Pavlova$12.00

Flambe' du Jour$12.00

Shot of Tequila$14.00

Crème Brulee' Trifle$12.00

Libations

Vices & Virtues$13.00

All Nighter$13.00

Lily Pad$13.00

Summertime$13.00

Sofa-King-Bueno$14.00

Orange Blossom$14.00