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Steak 48 - Del Mar
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1,750)Del Mar - 2
Nick's Del Mar
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(1,459)Del Mar - 3
North Italia San Diego - One Paseo
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.5(1,599)Del Mar - 4
Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens
Price: Moderate•Beer Garden•4.7(7,190)Escondido - 5
Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(9,381)Cardiff By The Sea
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Campfire
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(5,389)Carlsbad - 2
Addison By William Bradley
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.9(1,881)Del Mar - 3
Nick’s on State
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(1,978)Carlsbad - 4
Haven
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.5(213)Encinitas - 5
Jake's Del Mar
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(10,607)Del Mar
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Jeune et Jolie
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.9(4,181)Carlsbad - 2
Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub
Price: Moderate•Sushi•4.8(1,426)Oceanside - 3
Mille Fleurs
Price: Very Expensive•French American•4.8(2,326)Rancho Santa Fe - 4
Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.4(7,316)Solana Beach - 5
Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.5(2,756)Del Mar
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Nick’s on State
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(1,978)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.Campfire
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(5,389)A New American restaurant and cocktail bar with a focus on market driven live-fire cooking, Campfire is a return to the origins of cooking and hospitality, and celebrates the spirit of the name by creating an environment in which we gather around a fire, create honest food, and share it with friends.
Wildland
Price: Moderate•Californian•4.6(63)WALK-IN'S ONLY FOR BREAKFAST AND LUNCH.
WALK-IN'S AND RESERVATIONS FOR DINNER.
Wildland is an all-day restaurant, bar and bakery inspired by the natural landscape and vibrant community of North County, celebrating the creative culture of California by bringing bold ideas to timeless traditions.
Night or day, this is a place for the every day.
We open daily at 8am, with counter service up until 4:00pm, inviting you all to come in and join us on a first-come, first-serve basis for breakfast and lunch.
Reservations are available every evening, and walk in guests are always welcome.
Private Dining Room reservations are available for parties of 12-18 guests.Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(4,668)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.
Seasons - Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara
Price: Moderate•Breakfast•4.7(606)Seasons Restaurant at Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, nestled in Carlsbad, California, elevates the culinary landscape with an exquisite dining experience. With a focus on Modern American cuisine, it offers an array of dining options from breakfast to brunch to full-course dinners, catering to every palate. The talented chefs masterfully craft each dish using fresh, locally-sourced seasonal ingredients, ensuring an unforgettable feast for the senses. Enjoy a farm-to-table menu that changes with the seasons, ensuring fresh and innovative dishes every visit. With a captivating lounge and wine bar, this unique fine dining destination in North San Diego creates an ambiance of sophisticated elegance.Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.7(1,052)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.
Chandler's Oceanfront Dining- Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Price: Moderate•Unspecified•4.6(1,528)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.Le Papagayo Carlsbad
Price: Moderate•American•4.5(1,138)At Le Papagayo Carlsbad Village you can expect live music nightly blended with the best in Coastal/Mediterranean/New American food and cocktails. With a full bar and service from 8am-10pm nightly you'll have ample opportunity to enjoy the newest addition to Carlsbad Village. Located conveniently off Carlsbad Village Dr. we are a short walk from State St and just off the freeway for easy access from either direction. We have a large public parking lot directly in front of the restaurant along with assigned parking off to the north end. Please come in and enjoy breakfast/lunch or dinner any day or night of the week and don't hesitate to call to see who's performing today :)
Texas de Brazil - Carlsbad
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(1,673)Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.King's Fish House - Carlsbad
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.6(4,120)Established in 2003, King’s Fish House is Carlsbad’s choice for seafood. Located just across from the Carlsbad Premium outlets and LEGOLAND, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.
We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.
Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.
Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.
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- THTerryHNew York City •3 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoDelightful spot with excellent, imaginative food and friendly service. Perfectly balanced portions with excellent choices. The wine recommendation from the sommelier was perfect. We will definitely visit again next time we are in the area.More infoJeune et JoliePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Carlsbad•4.9
- DdebbieLos Angeles •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWe had great experience food was great and so was the waiterMore infoGreen Dragon Tavern & MuseumPrice: Moderate• American• Carlsbad•4.6
- MMatthew & StaceyVIPSan Diego •10 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoChris was outstanding…friendly and attentive!…food was awesome!More infoEmber & RyePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Carlsbad•4.6
- KKevinChicago / Illinois •7 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAlways an absolute pleasure joining the talented team at Campfire for dinner. Thank you.More infoCampfirePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Carlsbad•4.8
- TCTCeeeBeeVIPLos Angeles •37 reviews4.0Dined on Mar 8, 2025Great food, good vibe. We were sat quickly and the dining room was beautiful and spacious. It took the waiter a while to take our order, despite the restaurant being empty, and didn’t check back with us frequently. We had breakfast and the food was delicious!More info20|TWENTYPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carlsbad•3.9
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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.
Frequently asked questions
Dog friendly restaurants in Carlsbad include King's Fish House - Carlsbad, Chandler's Oceanfront Dining- Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa and Vue - Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
Child friendly restaurants in Carlsbad include Benihana - Carlsbad, CA, Texas de Brazil - Carlsbad and Green Dragon Tavern & Museum
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