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  1. A photo of Nick’s on State restaurant

    Nick’s on State

    Price: Moderate
    American
    4.8
    (2,025)
    Classic American comfort food, crave-able bar snacks, plus unique cocktails & an extensive wine list in an upscale yet casual environment. Our intimate restaurant features a chic island bar, walls of glass and a spacious covered patio, perfect for people watching. Our exhibition kitchen highlights the talents of our passionate culinary team.
    Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive, memorable experiences.
  2. A photo of Same Same restaurant

    Same Same

    Price: Expensive
    Thai
    4.9
    (25)
    Inauthentic Thai, Jungle Vibes, Eclectic Drinks.
    We are located on the second floor of the Carlsbad Village Faire Shops at the top of the east staircase.
    Same Same has the perfect space for birthday bashes, holiday parties, corporate events, wedding festivities, and more!
    *Reservations are for Dinner guests only, our bar is always open seating!
    *Grace Period for reservations is 15 mins
  1. A photo of Campfire restaurant

    Campfire

    Price: Moderate
    American
    4.8
    (5,448)
    Campfire in Carlsbad is more than a restaurant; it's an experience that embodies the joy of gathering around a fire, sharing great food, and connecting with loved ones. Our menu celebrates live-fire cooking, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients transformed by open flames. Enjoy dishes like smoky grilled octopus and tender slow-cooked brisket, each crafted with care and respect for nature's bounty. The ambiance is inviting, set in a mid-century Quonset hut with eclectic outdoor-inspired decor. At the heart of Campfire is a custom-built 12-foot wood-burning hearth, where chefs create dishes infused with a unique smoky aroma. To complement your meal, our innovative cocktail program features classic techniques and premium ingredients, offering the perfect way to unwind and savor the moment. Join us at Campfire for a culinary journey that warms the heart and delights the senses.
  2. A photo of Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana restaurant

    Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana

    Price: Moderate
    Italian
    4.7
    (2,806)
    Nestled in the heart of downtown Carlsbad, Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana offers fabulous Northern Italian cuisine and award-winning service. Enjoy lunch on the outdoor patio or start the evening off at their full-service bar before dinner. A great place for a romantic dinner, a family gathering, a company party or special event. Each of Vigilucci's three locations offer a notable wine menu, made from scratch pastas and sauces, fresh seafood specials, salads, prime steaks, chicken and veal dishes.
    For off-site events and parties contact Cater. Vigiluccis.com
    Catering to the most discerning palates for over 25 years,
    Vigilucci’s catering team can custom create a unique and memorable menu for celebrating life’s special occasions.
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    Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse

    Price: Expensive
    Italian
    4.8
    (4,689)
    Vigilucci's Seafood and Steakhouse offers authentic Northern Italian cuisine. The location sits across from the Pacific on the historic 101 and has one of the best views in San Diego.
    Open seven days a week. Signature dishes include Caprese salad with bufallo mozzarella and Heirloom tomatoes, made from scratch stuffed pastas, Cioppino, prime steaks, fresh seafood including a warm or cold fresh seafood tower with oysters, clams, mussels, crab, lobster and jumbo prawn. (items may vary )
    Private Wine Cellar room available for private parties.
    For off-site events and parties contact Cater@Vigiluccis.com
    Catering to the most discerning palates for over 25 years.
    Vigilucci’s catering team can custom create a unique and memorable menu for celebrating life’s special occasions.
  2. A photo of Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara restaurant

    Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara

    Price: Very Expensive
    Californian
    4.7
    (1,056)
    Immerse yourself into a refined modern setting featuring Baja-inspired cuisine and specialty cocktails composed of mezcal and tequila. Enjoy a show kitchen allowing you to get an inside look behind the scenes bringing Chef's creations to center stage. Locally sourced cuisine with a coastal flair is the cornerstone of this fine dining Baja-inspired experience.
  1. A photo of Chandler's Oceanfront Dining- Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa restaurant

    Chandler's Oceanfront Dining- Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

    Price: Moderate
    Unspecified
    4.6
    (1,544)
    Relish in coastal California cuisine handcrafted with a fresh and flavorful approach at our ocean view restaurant in Carlsbad, CA. Our menu continues to be reinvented with innovation and craft, but always with upscale ingredients to savor with every bite. Ocean views served complimentary. Discover this coastal and comfortable gem right here in North County San Diego.
  2. A photo of Canyons at The Crossings restaurant

    Canyons at The Crossings

    Price: Moderate
    American
    4.4
    (755)
    The Canyons Restaurant is located inside the clubhouse of The Crossings at Carlsbad Golf Course in North County San Diego, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean! With our unique culinary flare, stone clubhouse, vaulted ceilings, rustic feel, multiple patios, and private dining rooms, The Canyons is perfect for any occasion. We are located right next to Legoland and the Sheraton/Westin Carlsbad Resorts!
    *Please note that the Canyons Restaurant is open until 3pm daily and Player's Lounge is open after 3pm. Player's Lounge seating is outdoors with the exception of bar seating. There is heaters and fireplaces outside as well as a wind wall for guest comfort.
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    The Landings

    Price: Moderate
    American
    4.2
    (320)
    The Landings is not your typical airport restaurant or bar. As the recipient of the acclaimed Yelp Diner's Choice Award, we pride ourselves on our focus on quality, service, creativity and atmosphere. Everything from our unique cocktails to our pub-inspired menu and carefully curated craft beer list are locally-sourced and of the highest quality. Both our dining room and large patio have a panoramic view of the Palomar Airport runway. Bring the family, enjoy a cocktail and watch the planes come and go.
    We accept reservations for groups up to 8 people. Please call for larger parties.
    Please note: For Friday and Saturday concert nights, we enforce a $30/person minimum to cover the cost of the bands.

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Discover Carlsbad

Carlsbad, located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean in North San Diego, offers locals and visitors beach escapes, family-friendly entertainment and dining options. During the day, visitors in this sun-filled beach neighborhood take surfing lessons, visit museums and engage in boardwalk activities. The dining scene, however, shines much brighter. You can find anything from comfort food to ethnic offerings. Adventurous foodies are sure to love the Carlsbad Food Tour, which is a guided walking tour to unique restaurants that specialize in authentic Italian, Mexican and coastal seafood cuisine as well as indulgent local chocolates and wine. Whether a day at the beach leads to cravings for cocktails or you’re planning a special meal celebration with friends and family, you’ll be able to find the ideal watering hole or bistro for the occasion in Carlsbad.

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Dog friendly restaurants in Carlsbad include Wildland, King's Fish House - Carlsbad and The Landings

Child friendly restaurants in Carlsbad include Campfire, Benihana - Carlsbad, CA and Texas de Brazil - Carlsbad

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