11 Best Wineries near Carlsbad

“I stumbled across Carruth Cellars yesterday while I was waiting on my sweet dog to get out of the emergency vet next door. I was clearly upset and was just trying to stay close and keep my mind busy. I met Brance who was so compassionate and kind. He made me feel safe and welcomed while I waited in tears. I have been living in the village for a while and this was the most exceptional service I have experienced. As a fellow hospitality business owner, the way he treated me will be something I will continue to share as an amazing no expectation, true guest hospitality experience. My dog is also out of the vet, in recovery and we will be coming by to say hi to Brance soon!“

“La Costa Wine Co.
A locally owned and operated wine and craft beer shop with a great twist—there’s a welcoming area in the back where you can enjoy an impressive selection of wines and beers, paired with excellent cheeses, cold cuts, and flatbreads.
From the moment you walk in, there’s a genuine sense of community. I met some amazing people and truly felt the family atmosphere that the owners have created. A big part of that comes from the team—Alessa, Reggie, Fernando, Andrew, Connor, Trianna, and Shawn—who were all fantastic: welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely engaging, making the experience feel personal and relaxed.
The space has a modern wine-cellar vibe, complemented by a really well-curated mix of music. You can immediately tell the owner is hands-on and has a great eye for building a team that fits the culture—friendly, passionate, and never pretentious.
I visited a couple of Sundays in a row and found it to be the perfect balance: not overly busy, but lively enough to feel engaging and social. I also went back on a Friday, and it was lively and buzzing—a great energy without feeling overwhelming. Even better, the owner is truly hands-on, consistently checking in on guests around the room and making sure everyone is having a great experience.
They offer memberships and host regular tasting events, which adds even more value for locals. This is truly a great neighborhood wine bar set in an upscale yet relaxed environment.
It’s absolutely worth stopping by just to browse the excellent wine and beer selection—but like me, you’ll probably find yourself drawn to the back area, where the magic really happens.“

“We love this cute winery , it’s a few blocks from our place, great to enjoy a glass or 2, safely walk home ! Tina does a great job ! Most importantly the wines are very good“

“I reached out about hosting an event for my wedding, and Joel quickly responded, letting me know he could reserve the patio for us. Once I provided the final headcount, he went above and beyond by closing the winery for our private event. We had an amazing time—the atmosphere was perfect and exactly what we were hoping for.

Joel was fantastic to work with and made sure all of our needs were taken care of. His team was also incredibly kind and helpful throughout the event. I highly recommend this venue for any special occasion. Thank you all for making it such a great experience!“

“Took a day trip to Oceanside via the train and checked out places we've never been before. Found Coomber Wines and it was a delightful end to our day. Lovely staff, delicious assortment of wines, very cool rustic decor and fantastic restrooms! Yes, I like to be pleasantly surprised when an establishment goes over the top and creates a wonderful restroom. We had a great afternoon here and would definitely return!“

“The wine and food are exceptionally delicious, but the staff is SO genuinely friendly, and they work well together assisting each other seamlessly, making me feel like family. I ALWAYS enjoy and look forward to my visits. This is a nice gem to San Diego North County. Cheers, Burtech Family Vineyard!“

“We love this place. It has a great selection of mead and cider and the atmosphere is enchanting, incredible actually. They have entertainment and trivia nights and you could spend hours there. They also have non-alcoholic on tap. The owner is a dog-lover and offers doggie treats with permission from the parents. We especially love coming when a certain guest artist is performing, and upon our third visit, we noticed a reserved sign on a table at which we usually like to sit. Little did we know that the table was reserved for us..🥹 You have to check this place out. You’ll truly feel welcome and loved.🥰“

“They are my wonderful nephews that are professional and excellent entertainers and have a great product. Everyone should go experience their great products.“

“Best winery I have been to. Eric was very genuine and funny! He provides good knowledge of wine during the tour and makes sure you leave the property as a wine oficianado ;-) My group left with 7 bottles of delicious wine and we will be going back again if we are in the San Diego area. Thanks Eric!“

“I love mead. I’ve tried nearly everything I can get my hands on, including shipping things from half a world away. I first tried Golden Coast Mead today at the Poway farmers market and they are truly making something special. The booth was worked by a wonderful woman named Jessica who gave me a $5 tasting flight and let me in on a delicious little secret regarding sweet and sour. I purchased bottles of Wildflower Sweet, Wildflower Sour, and Triple Chili. Highly recommend. Stop by if you want to find out about the secret for yourself!“

“Great, unique place... beautiful view, yummy wines and everyone so friendly!!“