19 Best Cocktail Bars in Carlsbad

Same Same Bar • $$
300 Carlsbad Village Dr #213, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Marinaded Persian Cucumber V
Gochujang Chicken Sandwich
Larb Croquettes GF
Chicken Satay GF
Vermicelli Salad
Panang Curry GF
Hot Potato V GF
Tom Brokha

“excellent drinks & food.“

4.8 Superb167 Reviews
PureTaco Tacos • $
2742 State St suite 102, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Citrus Braised Pork Taco Pastor Taco Korean Pork Bo Ssam Taco
California Burrito and Baja Fish Tacos
Braised Pulled Pork Burrito
Grilled Fish Taco
Salsa and Chips
Ahi Poke Nachos
Pho Beef Taco
Chips & Salsa
Chips & Queso
Shrimp Tacos

“Trendy but relaxed and really good margarita!“

4.3 Superb118 Reviews
Torsap Thai Kitchen Thai • $$
Recommended
2668 Gateway Rd Suite 170, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Fresh Spring Rolls
Mango Sticky Rice
Pad Thai Lobster
Panang Beef Curry
Pat Thai Noodles
Matcha Lava Cake
Chicken Pad Thai
Crab Fried Rice
Drunken Noodle
Thai Fried Rice

“Excellent food. I eat out a lot and I’ve tried many Thai restaurants in my life. This one is my favorite and the wait staff is awesome. Took family and friends here a few times already. Discovered them over a year ago.“

4.1 Good186 Reviews
Lola 55 Mexican • $$
7720 El Camino Real suite N, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Mesquite Chicken Taco
Baja Style Fish Taco
Steak Caesar Salad
Pork Belly Adobada
Smoked Fish Tacos
Carnitas Taco
Al Pastor Taco
Steak Taco
Quesadilla
Pozole

“Amazing food. Delicious & unique drinks. All very reasonable. Will definitely return & highly recommended!!“

4 Good158 Reviews
Crackheads Cocktail Bar • $
430 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast Tots and Breakfast Burrito
Bacon Burrito- With Sausage Added
Breakfast Sandwiches
Crack Burger
Loaded Tots
Loaded Fries
Spice Girl
Cracksicle

“Great drinks and authentic tacos.“

4.3 Superb105 Reviews
Pacific Point Cocktail Bar • $$
7100 Blue Heron Pl, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Tun on Crispy Rice
Wagyu Beef Burger
Wagyu Short Ribs
Crunchy Roll
Sushi

“Beautiful property with a beautiful setting for Pacific Point. Food and drinks where fine, the lobster roll was decent but a lot more bread than lobster meat. The wood fired bread was interesting and the complimentary olives and almonds where nice. I wanted to try the evening sushi here but didn't have time, perhaps next time.“

4 Good36 Reviews
Village Pub Cocktail Bar • $
2990 State St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Draft Beer Selection

“Better than some other bars where you have to mess about with credit cards, pay later, &c. Friendly bar staff. Decent pinot noir. Classic rock on the sound system: like most of Southern California, they haven’t progressed past the early 1970s, so much of the music is 50 years old!! Warning: not a drinker’s bar. Locals sip on kombucha while you’re sitting there getting slaughtered.“

3.8 Good15 Reviews
Golden Tee Cocktail Lounge Cocktail Bar • $
1065 Carlsbad Village Dr UNIT F, Carlsbad

“This is a staple in Carlsbad and it seems the people who have problems are expecting something different than what Golden Tee is or are a high maintenance problem themselves. This is a dive bar and it’s meant to be a dive bar. If you want something else, go to the village or a hotel bar. The bartenders here work incredibly hard, and deal with problematic people in a swift but courteous manner. The drinks are always poured correctly, the tab is always correct. They’re professional and I have never felt unsafe here even at night stopping in by myself. Both male employees with long hair and the bald Mexican guy have always been fantastic and take care of business. Recommend this place if you’re in a no frills, calm mood just looking to be comfortable. Great job, guys!“

3.7 Good29 Reviews
Ponto Lago American
7100 Aviara Resort Drive, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Baked Huevos Rancheros
Bay Scallop Ceviche
Sea Scallops Crudo
Raspberry Cronut
Catch of the Day
Pacific Oysters
Whole Branzino
Avocado Toast
Lobster Pibil
Ceviche Tour

“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.“

4.5 Superb169 Reviews
The Roosevelt Pizzeria Pizza • $$
3067 Roosevelt St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Cherry Tomato Ricotta Toast with Pesto
Pizza with Pepperoni and Jalapenos
Three Cheese Pizza with Pepperoni
Roosevelt Pizza and Salad
Mushroom Gnocchi Plate
Fennel Sausage Pizza
Salad for the Table
Larrios Stromboli
Margherita Pizza
Bread Pudding

“overall good experience, hadn't been here for a long time. I would recommend the Lasagna it's one of my fav Dishes.“

4.5 Superb74 Reviews
Black Rail Kitchen + Bar American • $$
6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Roasted Jidori Airline Chicken Breast
Moroccan Braised Lamb Meatballs
Kino White Mexican Garlic Shrimp
Crispy Fingerling Potatoes
Shrimp Scampi Appetizer
Vegetable Frito Misto
Angel

“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.“

4.2 Good209 Reviews
The Compass Bar & Grill • $$
300 Carlsbad Village Dr #202, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Wrapped Corn Dogs
Fire Roasted Beet Salad
The Beast Burger
Porta Bella Fries
Chicken Sandwich
Mac and Cheese
Vegan Corn Dogs
Hummus Plate
Dirty Fries
Hummus

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

4.3 Superb56 Reviews
Barrio Eat Mexican Mexican • $
530 Grand Ave, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

1 Carnitas & 2 Carne Asada Street Tacos
Baja Fish Tacos
Homemade Chips
Chile Relleno
Chips & Salsa
Enchiladas
Guacamole
Al Pastor
Fajitas
Nachos

“Amazing veggie fajitas and mango margaritas 😋“

4.2 Good75 Reviews
Chandler's Oceanfront Dining Bar • $$
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Spiced Local Rock Snapper Tacos
Smoked Salmon & Egg Pizza
Pistachio Matcha Sundae
Butterfly Flutterby
Breakfast Potatoes
Truffle Tater Tots
Grilled Asparagus
Seafood Linguini
Sourdough Boule
Seared Ahi Tuna

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

4.1 Good288 Reviews
Señor Grubby's Mexican • $
377 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Grubby's Famous Street Tacos
Chicharrones & Fish Tacos
Shrimp Diablo Burrito
Cheese Steak Burrito
California Burrito
Breakfast Burritos
Draft & T Wo Tacos
Al Pastor Burrito
Carlsbad Burrito
Grubby's Nachos

“What an amazing place to eat, fresh food and great service. Shout out to Mike, what an amazing gentleman always checking up on customers and making sure everything is top notch. Best food in the county.“

4.1 Good243 Reviews
Casero Taquería Mexican • $$
2674 Gateway Rd #195, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Mexican Street Corn
Mexican Cobb Salad
Carne Asada Taco
Chips and Salsa
Al Pastor Taco
Rice and Beans
Shrimp Tacos
Street Tacos
Birria Taco
Empanadas

“Just happened upon this place (new in the area). Sopes were fantastic, as well as their Margaritas. Will return, for sure!!!“

4.1 Good153 Reviews
Bar Traza Lounges • $$
2100 Costa Del Mar Rd, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Meiomi Pinot Noir Monterey Sonoma and Santa Barbara Calfornia
Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc Marborough New Zealand
Joel Gott Sauvignon Blanc Calfornia
Pasta Bolognese
St Pauli Girl
Ceasar Salad
Budlight
Nachos
Poke

“Quite a wonderful golf course pool view to enjoy a lovely sundown dinner. The service was terrific from start to finish. The food was tasty and presented beautifully. The efficiency and attention to detail was lovely. Definitely a resort highlight.“

3.9 Good56 Reviews
Mas Fuego - Carlsbad Latin American • $$
2525 El Camino Real #200, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast Potatoes
Burrito Mexicano
Bulgogi Flautas
Street Tacos
Caramel Flan
Chips & Guac
Fuego Nachos
Beef Flautas
French Toast
Chilaquiles

“Everything is good. Food. Service. Ambiance.“

3.8 Good239 Reviews
Norte Mexican Food Mexican • $
3003 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Chile Relleno and Shredded Beef Enchilada Plate
Taco and Chimichanga Plate
Tortilla Chips and Salsa
Papa's Biggie Chip Dip
Carne Asada Burrito
Shredded Chicken
Albondigas Soup
Crab Enchilada
Crab Burrito
Mixed Burrito

“It was amazing we are going to come back“

3.4 Good218 Reviews