23 Best Italian Restaurants in Carlsbad

“pizza is delicious and wings are fantastic“

“Excellent food and service.“

“Beatiful place I love it Great fooooood“

“Vigiluci's Cucina Italia is the place to go for great food. All three of us enjoyed our meals and the servers were attentive and personable. This was not our first time here and it won't be our last. All-round great dining experience.“

“Excellent costumer service from the hostesses to the bar , I like to recognize Bartender/Server Elias went above and beyond to make us feel welcome he was amazing. 5⭐️“

“Delicious spaghetti 🍝 great service“

“It suits any kind of gathering. The food was amazing. The Manhattan on the rocks-I love when they use the single large ice cube! There was nothing I didn’t like except as the place filled up we got a little warm but still enjoyed our full experience there.“

“So far I’ve tried the cacio e pepe, the meatballs, and the shrimp portofino. I’m trying to lose weight, but this place is so good and worth reviewing. Next I want to try the Alfredo 😍 I have yet to dine in, but my fiancé and I definitely will soon!“

“Entree portions are great ! Salad/breadsticks they seem to be giving less now so you have to request more after you are done. Sangria pitcher was goood, but they did not fill it up to the top this time so probably missed out on one extra drink.“

“Great Carlsbad location. Something for everyone. Had their aoli artichoke and it was so yummy. Fast service great food.“

“The kids buffet is like $14, which is the same price as a kids meal at most places around legoland. The adult buffet is like $25 or $27ish (definitely less than $30). This includes a self-serve, all-you-can-eat buffet with fountain drink, salad bar, pasta, and pizza.

The buffet and tables are a bit chaotic since it’s a free for all (you find your own table and people/kids leave a mess on the tables).

The other diners at the restaurant can be gross, like touching food and not using the buffet utensils properly. Like, a lot of the diners are kids since duh it’s legoland. But still.

If you have celiac or a food allergy, tell the host or cashier. Michael (the cook handling allergy/celiac meals) came out to discuss options with me. He was fantastic! He offered to make a gluten-free pizza (cheese, meat lovers, veggie, etc.) that takes ~8 minutes. He also offered GF pasta, though it would take ~30 minutes since they boil it in fresh, uncontaminated water (a good sign!).

Michael made me a delicious GF pizza—thin crust, balanced toppings, and clearly made with care. I also asked if he could make a safe salad since the salad bar is a gluten nightmare (cross-contamination everywhere). He brought out a beautiful, tasty salad and even offered a box for my leftovers.

Shout out to Michael—super kind and accommodating!“

“We had a super evening and Lindsey the manager made us feel very special.She suggested a fish dish for myself as I don't eat meat and a chicken dish for my partner.The staff were very busy but didn't lack on the service or attention that was given to us on our last night in the USA.
I would advise anyone to go there and they will be guaranteed a memorable evening absolutely brilliant especially at happy hour 😀“

“Great food and service. Awesome value and will definitely return“

“Very good pizza and wings. Pizza came out pretty quickly. Sauce is not sweet, which is a good thing. Crust is airy and crunchy. Hot wings were also good. Good sauce. Right amount of vinegar and heat.“

“I have eaten there many times. It's always good. I knew the Original Owners, years ago. It was great then and also now!!“

“Such a wonderful evening at Delusso! Highly recommend this family owned Italian restaurant! Delicious, flavorful cuisine served by such kind hearted people 🩷 Awesome service! Love the atmosphere and the outside patio w a beautiful fire! Will definitely be going back!“

“They are now delivering!!!“

“Delicious food and fabulous desserts!!!!“

“I am definitely going back here. The food was outstanding the service was outstanding, I suggest reservations you can get them online but we definitely will be back
Husband got the surf and turf which came with a generous portion of filet a lobster four or five shrimp and veggies. I got the appetizer shrimp barsac, which I didn't like and sent it back because it was not peeled properly so I just ate off my husband's plate and it was really good“

“I took a new friend here for lunch, she had never been! I was delighted with our window table so we could see the Ocean and all the wonderful beach activity. Our waitress promptly greeted us, got our drinl order and offered menus. She gave us plenty of space to just visit., She was available, but not intrusive. So many delicious options to choose from, I settled on a bowl of Minestrone Soup and Wedge Salad. The soup was full of veggies, pasta and steak chunks; the salad was sectioned in small wedges and drizzled with plenty of delishous dressing, bacon and crumbled blue cheeses. Yum! My friend ordered a Seafood Plate with Calamari and Squid and the like. She ate every bite! Oh, So did I !! My husband and I like to bring out of town guests here since it's right across from a beautiful Carlsbad Beach, it's also a special occasion place as well. If you've not been, your missing out! p.s. They have Valet Parking whcih is very nice on a busy weekend, for a small fee.“

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

“just had very good pepperoni pie and fried mozzarella. Definitely recommend in this area.“

“Let me say the food and service was great!
Our server Kay knows the menu and had great recommendations. Capellini alla checca was outstanding. Added blackened chicken and made the dish even better.
The Arden pizza was like a steak dinner on pizza. Outstanding!!
Definitely be putting this place on the recall roster.
Tables could use some work, lol“