264 Fresco

4.4

2621 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

At 264 Fresco, our goal is for every guest to leave feeling absolutely delighted with their dining experience. Whether you stop by for a quick drink, come in to share a special meal with a loved one, or are planning to host a private party, you can always count on us to deliver delectable food made from the finest ingredients, exceptional service, and a warm, lively, and welcoming atmosphere.

For groups of 8 or more, please call the restaurant directly at (760) 720-3737

https://www.instagram.com/264fresco/

The Deck @264 Fresco is now open! The Deck is 21+ and is first come, first serve seating. To reserve a private event please email hello@264fresco.com

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–9:30 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm Dinner Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(760) 720-3737
Website
http://www.264fresco.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Might we, at Fresco, suggest that you plan your next home or office party with us. Pick a date, invite your guests, and let our staff do the rest. We will provide the Italian menu of your choice.
Private party facilities
Consider Fresco for your next private event. We would be happy to help you plan your party. The restaurant can accommodate your guests, from the smallest of family birthdays, to your next corporate holiday party. If you wish, the open-air patio can be reserved and your guests will experience the pleasure of alfresco dining as if they were in Italy. Call Linda and her staff today for reservations.

Location
264 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Neighborhood
Carlsbad
Cross street
Carlsbad Blvd.
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

ROSEMARY FOCACCIA$7.00
whipped butter *limited availability
BRUSCHETTA$15.00
focaccia | stracciatella | roasted tomatoes | balsamic *limited availability
BEEF CARPACCIO$22.00
filet mignon | arugula | caper | parmesan *limited availability
EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA$16.00
marinara | mozzarella | ricotta | parmesan
CRISPY ARTICHOKES$16.00
lemon aioli | grana
CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUTS$15.00
pancetta gastrique | grana
CRISPY CALAMARI$18.00
calabrian aioli
NDUJA PRAWN$17.00
peppers | onions | nduja butter | polenta
HOUSE CUT TRUFFLE FRIES$12.00
lemon aioli
MEATBALLS$13.50
san marzano tomato sauce | ricotta
SEASONAL ROASTED VEGETABLES$12.00

SALADS

add: grilled chicken +$8 | grilled shrimp +$8 | salmon +$12

CAESAR SALAD$14.00
anchovy breadcrumb | parmesan
CAPRESE$13.00
heirloom tomato | mozzarella | basil gremolata
BEET AND BURRATA$18.00
braised beet | burrata | candied pistachio watercress | pomegranate vinaigrette | citrus
INSALATA DI NOCI$16.00
mixed greens | granny smith apple | gorgonzola | walnuts | dried cranberry | cider vinaigrette
FARRO$16.00
spinach I arugula | candied walnuts | mission fig shaved pecorino | apricot vinaigrette

SEAFOOD

CHILEAN SEABASS$44.00
arborio | corn | golden beet | sweet pepper
WHOLE FRIED FISH$42.00
pickled chilis | soft herbs | confit garlic *limited availability
GRILLED SALMON$34.00
creamed spinach | seasonal vegetable
MAREMOSO LINGUINI$35.00
spicy tomato broth | shrimp | sea bass | salmon
SCALLOP LINGUINE$32.00
basil pesto | pecorino
SCALLOP RISOTTO$34.00
spinach | roasted mushroom | black truffle

WOOD FIRED PIZZA

add: dips +$3 | hot honey | ranch

MARGHERITA$19.00
san marzano tomato sauce | fresh mozzarella | basil
SPICY DIAVOLA$20.00
tomato | mozzarella | sopressata | evoo
PEPPERONI$21.00
hot honey | ricotta | mozzarella | pickled onion
MEATBALL$23.00
marzano tomato | sweet italian pepper | mozzarella
AFFUMICATA$21.00
sausage | mushroom | mozzarella| basil | evoo

PASTA

add: sausage +4 | grilled chicken +8 | grilled shrimp +8

FETTUCINE ALFREDO$19.00
confit garlic | grana padano
SPAGHETTI MARSCARPONE$26.00
sundried tomato | grana padano
SPAGHETTI POMODORO$22.00
parmesan | heirloom tomato
RAVIOLI BOLOGNESE$26.00
wagyu bolognese | san marzano tomato ricotta | grana
SHORT RIB PAPPARDELLE$27.00
mushroom | confit garlic | beef jus | grana
LASAGNA$26.00
our signature recipe 4 cheeses | bolognese
RIGATONI ALLA VODKA$25.00
stracciatella
GNOCCHI CARBONARA$27.00
house bacon | pecorino romano *limited availability

SECONDI

CHICKEN MARSALA$33.00
zucchini | mushroom | potato | marsala sauce
CHICKEN PARMIGIANA$32.00
polenta | pomodoro | stracciatella
BRAISED SHORTRIB$32.00
polenta | mushroom | carrot | red wine jus
SMASHED WAGYU BURGER$26.00
fontina | pork belly | pickled onions | peppadew aioli | house fries
FILET MIGNON$44.00
crispy yukon potato | demi glace | carrot
- 8oz$44.00
PRIME RIBEYE$48.00
smashed yukon potato | charred onion verde *limited availability
- 16oz$48.00

Cocktails

CAPRI$16.00
gin | raspberry | passionfruit | limoncello | sparkling wine
LA MADONNA$15.00
vodka | passionfruit | grapefruit | bubbles
APEROL SPRITZ$15.00
aperol | prosecco | soda
LYCHEE VERDE$15.00
vodka | lychee | lemon | basil | elderflower
CADILLAC MARGARITA$16.00
blanco | lime | agave | mandarin liqueur
FRESCO'S OLD FASHIONED$17.00
bourbon | bitters | brown sugar reduction
HIBISCUS MEZCALITA$16.00
mezcal | lime | agave | hibiscus water | tajín
LA VITA BELLA$16.00
blanco | lime | agave | pineapple juice | mint serranos
TROPICAL MARGARITA$16.00
blanco | lime | agave | peach | passionfruit cranberry

DRAFTS

HARD KOMBUCHA$9.00
seasonal - rotating tap
LOCAL ROTATING TAP$9.00
seasonal - see server
PACIFICO CLARA$8.00
Grupo Modelo, Mexican Lager - 4.5%
PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO$8.00
Italian Pale Lager - 5.1%
264 FRESCO BLONDE$8.00
Blonde Ale - 4.8%
ORANGE AVE. WIT$9.00
Coronado Brewing, Wheat Beer - 5.2%
.394 PALE ALE$8.00
Alesmith Brewing, American Pale Ale - 6%
CHRONIC ALE$8.00
Pizza Port, Amber Ale - 4.9%
THE PUPIL$9.00
Society Brewing, American IPA - 7.5%
DELICIOUS IPA$9.00
Stone Brewing, American IPA - 7.7%
RON MURKUNDY$9.00
Bay City Brewing, Hazy IPA - 6.5%
ORDERVILLE HAZY$9.00
Modern Times, Hazy IPA - 7.2%

BOTTLED BEERS

COORS LIGHT$7.00
American Lager - 4.2%
BIRRA MORETTI$8.00
Euro Pale Lager - 6%
HEINEKEN ZERO$6.00
Non-Alcoholic Beer - 0%

White / Rose Wines

Falanghina, Feudi di San Gregorio, Italy$13.00
Pinot Grigio, Terlato Colli, Friuli, Italy$14.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Fresco, Fallbrook$11.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Crowded House, New Zealand$13.00
Vermentino, La Cala, Sardinia, Italy$12.00
Viognier, 1753, Campuget, France$14.00
Chardonnay, Fresco, Fallbrook$11.00
Chardonnay, Rombauer, Carneros, Napa$22.00
Chardonnay, La Crema, Sonoma Coast$15.00
Moscato, Saracco, Castiglione, Italy$12.00
Soave, Pieropan, Venetto, Italy$16.00
Rose, Patelin, Tablas Creek, Paso Robles$16.00

Red Wines

Pinot Noir, Nielson, Santa Barbara$14.00
Pinot Noir, Paul O'brien, Oregon$20.00
Sangiovese, La Gerla, Toscana, Italy$14.00
Chianti Classico, Il Grigio, Toscana, Italy$17.00
Super Tuscan, Villa Antinori, Toscana, Italy$14.00
Montepulciano, Campogiovanni, Toscana$16.00
Red Blend, Trefethen, Eshcol Oak, Napa$20.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Fresco, Fallbrook$11.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Daou, Paso Robles$16.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Scattered Peaks, Napa$20.00
Malbec, Zolo, Mendoza, Argentina$13.00
Nebbiolo, Riva, Piedmont, Italy$16.00
Valpolicella, Allegrini, Venetto, Italy$12.00
264 Fresco Sangria (Red or White)$13.00

Sparkling Wines

187ml "split" bottles

Prosecco, La Marca, Veneto, Italy$12.00
Prosecco Rose, Mionetto, Veneto, Italy$13.00
Champagne, Nicolas Feuillatte, France$21.00
Brut, Chandon, California$16.00

What 2,621 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

264 Fresco offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and service" in a vibrant atmosphere. Regulars praise personable staff, with servers like Anthony and Devon providing "exceptional" service. The menu includes standout dishes like "authentic and delicious" pasta, lasagna, and seafood. Despite occasional noise, the rooftop views and location near the beach make it a "fantastic spot."

2,621 Reviews

P
Peter
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beat short rib dinner in town. Great artichoke appetizer and the waitress was outstanding. Once again 10 out of 10
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Daniel
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was rly good. Super cute environment, appetizers were delish, the mains could have had a little more flavor. But overall loved it
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Antonio
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The 16oz Prime Ribeye was so good and such a good deal for dinner tender and juicy def recommend for a nice dinner date.
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Charles
VIP
San Diego
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was very good. Service was outstanding. Only complaint was the temperature inside. It was very cold. Had to eat with my jacket on but we were close to the front door and the outside patio.
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Michael
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, accommodating service, and a great atmosphere.
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Irene
VIP
Orange County
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and food! Nice Bloody Mary’s!!! Great base as suggested by the server and bartender. All the staff were welcoming and accommodating’
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Cecilia
VIP
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Celebrated Galentine’s Day with some friends. Good food and environment. We had the Parpadelle, Lasagna, Farro Salad, and Chicken Salad. Very delicious!
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Michael
San Diego
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was greeted by the host. Had a nice table by the window. Anthony was our server. The artichoke appetizer was delicious. We will go back!
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Zane
San Diego
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been to 264 many times and always excellent food and excellent service. Last night’s (2/8) was totally different. I ordered a pepperoni pizza and my wife ordered a burger. I kid you not, 2 minutes after taking our order, a runner brought a pepperoni pizza that had seen better days. Whatever. I know they are a brick oven and pizzas are fast, but this was not made to order. Fast forward approx 25 minutes later and my wife’s burger had not yet come out (pizza in two minutes, no burger 25 minutes after that). We ended up cancelling the burger and throwing the rest of the pizza away. This was a disappointing way to spend our 20th anniversary. Whatever. I wanna make clear that our server, Kylie, was a sweetheart and did her best. The kitchen was a different story tho.
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Rich
VIP
Salt Lake City
28 reviews
3.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Very slow service and pasta dishes were warm nit hot. Usually like this place but they were off their game tonight. Lots of great Italian choi es in Cbad so they better pick it up!
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FAQs

264 Fresco offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. 264 Fresco also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 720-3737.

264 Fresco is rated 4.4 stars by 2621 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

264 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Carlsbad Blvd.
Neighborhood
Carlsbad
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–9:30 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm Dinner Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.264fresco.com/
Phone number
(760) 720-3737
Catering
Might we, at Fresco, suggest that you plan your next home or office party with us. Pick a date, invite your guests, and let our staff do the rest. We will provide the Italian menu of your choice.
Private party facilities
Consider Fresco for your next private event. We would be happy to help you plan your party. The restaurant can accommodate your guests, from the smallest of family birthdays, to your next corporate holiday party. If you wish, the open-air patio can be reserved and your guests will experience the pleasure of alfresco dining as if they were in Italy. Call Linda and her staff today for reservations.

Featured in

100 San Diego Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

264 Fresco

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

100 San Diego Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

MARGHERITA

PEPPERONI

FILET MIGNON

FOR THE TABLE

ROSEMARY FOCACCIA$7.00

BRUSCHETTA$15.00

BEEF CARPACCIO$22.00

EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA$16.00

CRISPY ARTICHOKES$16.00

CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUTS$15.00

CRISPY CALAMARI$18.00

NDUJA PRAWN$17.00

HOUSE CUT TRUFFLE FRIES$12.00

MEATBALLS$13.50

SEASONAL ROASTED VEGETABLES$12.00

SALADS

CAESAR SALAD$14.00

CAPRESE$13.00

BEET AND BURRATA$18.00

INSALATA DI NOCI$16.00

FARRO$16.00

SEAFOOD

CHILEAN SEABASS$44.00

WHOLE FRIED FISH$42.00

GRILLED SALMON$34.00

MAREMOSO LINGUINI$35.00

SCALLOP LINGUINE$32.00

SCALLOP RISOTTO$34.00

WOOD FIRED PIZZA

MARGHERITA$19.00

SPICY DIAVOLA$20.00

PEPPERONI$21.00

MEATBALL$23.00

AFFUMICATA$21.00

PASTA

FETTUCINE ALFREDO$19.00

SPAGHETTI MARSCARPONE$26.00

SPAGHETTI POMODORO$22.00

RAVIOLI BOLOGNESE$26.00

SHORT RIB PAPPARDELLE$27.00

LASAGNA$26.00

RIGATONI ALLA VODKA$25.00

GNOCCHI CARBONARA$27.00

SECONDI

CHICKEN MARSALA$33.00

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA$32.00

BRAISED SHORTRIB$32.00

SMASHED WAGYU BURGER$26.00

FILET MIGNON$44.00

PRIME RIBEYE$48.00

Cocktails

CAPRI$16.00

LA MADONNA$15.00

APEROL SPRITZ$15.00

LYCHEE VERDE$15.00

CADILLAC MARGARITA$16.00

FRESCO'S OLD FASHIONED$17.00

HIBISCUS MEZCALITA$16.00

LA VITA BELLA$16.00

TROPICAL MARGARITA$16.00

DRAFTS

HARD KOMBUCHA$9.00

LOCAL ROTATING TAP$9.00

PACIFICO CLARA$8.00

PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO$8.00

264 FRESCO BLONDE$8.00

ORANGE AVE. WIT$9.00

.394 PALE ALE$8.00

CHRONIC ALE$8.00

THE PUPIL$9.00

DELICIOUS IPA$9.00

RON MURKUNDY$9.00

ORDERVILLE HAZY$9.00

BOTTLED BEERS