50 Best American Restaurants in Carlsbad

“Great customer service!!!“

“Meat was tasty, not enough sauce, asked for toasted well bun, didn't happen and potato chips were not fresh. I will give another try in future. maybe still working on things. Good Luck.“

“excellent drinks & food.“

“Delicious, comfortable spot.“

“Let me start off by saying I would have given five stars except for the fact that they weren't prepared for a two parties of 30 each on top of the regular restaurant service which caused long wait for service. The food, excellent. Our server did his best and gave us complimentary soup because of the wait. I normally don't like brussel sprouts in any manner but the brussel sprouts at the green dragon are excellent. The prices are fair for what they serve and the atmosphere is pretty nice.

If you get a chance, go check out the museum.“

“My friend and I went today for brunch, we were seated immediately, the server was good, whatever we asked for, he’d bring it fast, very attentive, loved that he paid attention that we were celebrating our Birthday, he brought a nicely served Cheesecake with a candle, very nice detail! Great atmosphere, Great service!“

“Two very traditional but different entrees.

Our meatloaf a d potatoes was excellent. Great flavor, we were disappointed they could not make the meal gluten-free, there is no reason to add a wheat product to bind the meat. The veggies were fresh and cooked to perfection

Our shrimp meal was overcooked and disappointing. Yes, the flavor was great, but the actual shrimp were TOUGH, check out that curl. Thankfully the heavy-poured drinks made up for the shrimp.“

“We’ve been coming here on and off for the past 15 years and love it. The food, the people and the family atmosphere make this gem perfect! Each time my family comes in I have been reminding (harassing) Chris to let his mom know that we would love for the short ribs to come back on Sundays. Well the good lord answered and the short ribs have returned! The short ribs are perfectly cooked and falls apart with the slightest touch. I am forever grateful that you folks brought it back! Ya’ll are amazing! See you on Sundays!“

“Great food and great service from a very friendly and attentive staff! Had an awesome date night! Our first time here but won’t be our last.“

“This was the last night they were open, closing for good at the end of Aug.31 with a "fire sale" of wine, spirits, food, tableware, glassware, cookware -- basically everything -- Sept4-7. So, no matter what our experience was, it's of no use to anyone now.“

“Wonderful service great staff! Delicious food .“

“So many options in their menu, it made it hard to choose. We all loved the burgers! I didn’t see a difference between Medium Rare and Medium but it still tasted good. The only issue was timing. I think we waited for an unreasonably long time until our meal was served but they must have been busy. I would go again!

Kid-friendliness: Kids loved the meal. The quesadilla looked like something I would want to order!“

“Super attentive service. From the Hostesses, wait staff to buss boys. Food is delectable. Entrees were well prepared, fresh ingredients, served hot & salads crisp. Highly recommended.“

“Here visiting from NC. I by chance stumbled upon 7 Mile Kitchen. The food was absolutely amazing and the service was just as wonderful. Henry greeted me with such an amazing smile and made me feel so welcome. He gave great suggestions of his favorite dishes when I asked. He made sure I had everything I could possibly need, loved the personal touches. I also, met Lindsey and she was very welcoming as well. They both were very engaging in conversation and I appreciated it very much seeing as though I am traveling for work. At no time did I feel like a stranger. Thank you 7 Mile Kitchen for a wonderful meal, great service and a warm home away from home feeling!“

“Was a great idea stopping to Islands Food was great and waitress so wonderful I really recommended Thank you“

“I wanted to check out a warehouse sale while in town, and wanted to grab a quick bite with my husband and friends. We decided to share a couple items to try.

Chicken Tenders (2 pc) 10/10
Original Sandwich 10/10
Cheese Curds 7/10
Cauliflower Bites 10/10
Corn Ribs 9/10
Potato Wedges 10/10

We love that you can adjust the spice levels. The sauces complemented lots of the sides. Our service was quick and efficient. Thank you, Bree! The spot has both indoor and outdoor seating. They also sometimes have DJs playing in the front - what a vibe. There's free parking in the plaza.“

“All aspects are relatively in line with my standards. The food is good. Maybe the portion is too small for those with big appetites. I still can’t eat it. ?Photos will be uploaded when I have time. ?The rolls are good. The ice cream is also okay. The main presentation is good.“

“Amazing staff and ambience! Newly renovated and beautiful interior offers guests a Victorian classic country club vibe. I highly recommend calling ahead or arriving early to be seated outside next to the 18th hole. I always love when a menu has GF noted. The tostada was difficult to eat but worth the effort. The heirloom tomato salad was to DIE for, I would eat that everyday. The oysters were small and didn’t carry a lot of meat so I wouldn’t order again. Veal chop was cooked to perfection, the capers in the sauce offered a delectable sour taste that complimented the cream and pearl onion. The corn crème brûlée should be a dessert. Truly a lovely restaurant with amazing staff like our waiter Alex. A steakhouse is a steakhouse, you get what you come for.

Vegetarian options: Salads are your largest options without considering fish.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free noted on the menu!!

Wheelchair accessibility: All on one floor.“

“Great food and server she was on top of it“

“After a long day of playing soccer, the entire team visited Notorious Burgers. We loved the appetizers, especially the brussels sprouts and fried pickles. They offered a variety of food for everyone’s liking. My cheeseburger was the black and blue, and it was heavenly. Next time we’re in Carlsbad, will be sure to eat there again Great spot!!!“

“Here, in this restaurant, you will find delicious food if it Is for breakfast or dinner and the price of each plate will vary depending on what you do order.If you are a member of IHG Rewards Club, then please charge everything to your room because that's the only way for you to accumulate hundreds of points so that you can get free nights, free merchandise or free airline tickets.“

“The driving school is the kid’s favorite. It’s good opportunity to learn the traffic rules and the responsibilities with fun.There are some other rides and attractions to explore in the Fun town, such as Fun Town Police and Fire Academy, DUPLO Playtown, Kid Power Tower, Rebuild the World, etc. kids can have lots of fun.“

“Outstanding salads! Friendly staff!“

“The food is wonderful, plentiful and the service is excellent. The breadsticks and a side of marinara is a great start.“

“Nice place. Had to wait for our drinks and food for a little while. We were also celebrating my son’s birthday and I thought they would do something special. Which the waitress just dropped off a cookie with whipped cream and took off No singing no wvwn saying happy birthday.“

“Great food, staff and atmosphere.“

“Good food, great service and nice patio area.“

“Definitely great burgers!“

“A decent place to eat within Legoland with some more healthy options like salads, pasta, and stir fry dishes. The tofu curry bowl is made fresh to order, and is the standout option here. For the adults, they have some selection of craft beers on tap.“

“Muy rica la comida, la pasamos muy bien y la atención es muy buena.“

“Most of the food was really good some needed more seasoning. The fish and chips and the gemela pasta needed at least some salt. We ate on the outside patio. The weather was really nice. Service was pretty quick.“

“Perfect getaway friendly staff loved every second of our stay there! Highly recommend“

“Julianne C was a great server when me & my grandbaby went into eat today for early dinner! She was super attentive & always a smile on her face!“

“Good food for the price!!“

“Food is mostly a great selection and very tasty. Drink selection is actually awesome, and I highly recommend visiting if you like good beer.

Parking: Tons of parking nearby, and is very easy to find a spot that's only a short walk to the restaurant.

Kid-friendliness: Very much kid friendly, but not any specific area for kids to play.“

“This place is a gem! The food is incredible, even compared to award-winning restaurants. My wife, a coffee connoisseur, raves about their drinks.

Don't miss the chilaquiles or chicken chili – their soups are all fantastic. And the staff? They're exceptional. You'd expect this level of professionalism from high-level executives, but they're also incredibly kind and down-to-earth. It's rare to find a restaurant where everyone is so talented and personable.

Ava, is efficient, caring, and a pleasure to interact with. I can't help but hope my daughter grows up to be like her. This cozy brunch spot has a wonderful atmosphere and amazing food, thanks in no small part to their incredible staff.“

“Great drinks and authentic tacos.“

“I was off work late , and I had to find a place to eat . It was hard to find a restaurant at 10 p.m., but Yard House came through
I just got appetizers , but they were really good ??. Service was good with a friendly staff .
I got the calamari appetizer , which was soooooo good. My dish came out nice and warm . I also got some bone in hot wings. I am not big on breaded hot wings, but these were good .
If you are in the area and looking for food or a drink , Yard House will do . They are open until 11p.m. The appetizers were good and filled me up , so I am sure that the regular meals are good too .“

“When we walked into the restaurant for dinner, it was freezing! We heard 2 other families complain as well. We had to ask to ask about 3 times to turn down the air, but eventually, we ended up getting our sweaters from the room and asked to move tables to an area that seemed warmer. The food was good (not great), and the drinks were delicious. The best part was the kid entertainment by the front entrance. They have a huge Lego pit and the kids enjoyed being creative in there after they finished their meals. Overall, thumbs up!“

“Logan was awesome, super friendly and casual, funny, and in the spirit of the season (great sweater). We made it in about an hour before closing on a Wednesday, service was tip top on it!
Logan gave good insights into drinks and food -flavors, strength, etc.
Food was all very well flavored/seasoned and good portions.“

“Great, casual place to visit in Carlsbad! Outdoor patio -Pet/kid friendly setting downstairs, and an adult upper deck bar with ocean view and fire pits. Good food and craft beer, extensive drink menu! Walk up counter ordering, and fast service!“

“Food and drink is good love it and recommend to anyone“

“Just all around good food, and excellent service.“

“Delicious breakfast! Be would definitely eat here again!“

“The service was impeccable, and the food was great“

“Got there at 9a.m. and the place was freezing inside. They don't ruin heat overnight and i get that but we were so chilled sitting in there. Outside was too cold as well. The workers wouldn't notice because they are moving around. The variety of food is decent, always the same, but expensive. Waffle was about $14. My husband got a skillet breakfast, and the skillet size was tiny. First time we've seen a skillet at a restaurant that is small. Way too much money for what he got. I got a Brussels waffle and nothing special about it. Had to get extra syrup. This is a trendy place. Teas and coffee are overpriced. The tea is just a tea bag and it's over$5. Getting hot water refill took a while and came while we're paying the bill. Food is expensive for breakfast. go on a weekday around 10 for no crowds. Parking can be tough.“

“Came here for lunch on one of the weekdays. The weather was nice so we sat outside. We ordered a Turkey Melt (sliced tomatoes, horseradish cheddar cheese, wild argula, basil mayo on a Saide Rose ciabatta roll) and a Sante Fe Chicken Salad (romaine, super greens, grape tomatoes, roasted corn, natural cheddar, red bell peppers, tortilla strips, chipotle-agave vinagrette). Everything was extremely refreshing and was a nice pick up for lunch to bring the energy back.“

“Sitting around the fire with a glass of wine in my hand.“

“The burgers are a really good size and the bun bread was very nice. The kid burger is the same size as an adult burger, just without the toppings. Everything was super fresh and hot. The fries were very good and I thought it was a large portion and easily shared with my 5 year old.I wish they had mayo in the dispenser, but I could have probably asked for some from the counter.“