50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Carlsbad

“Great customer service!!!“

“great customer service and and good Knowledge of all the beers“

“Hit place.

We made reservations and had gotten the time wrong. The hostess Sonia was accommodating and made sure we were not turned back. Friendly staff and server. Good cocktail options.

The pastas, the cabbage, kids entrees all top notch.

One of our family favs.“

“Had the salmon and it was delicious. Good clean atmosphere and hospitable, attentive staff.“

“Great food and great service. The chicken was crispy, juicy, and full of flavor. The spice level was just right, and the portions were generous for the price. The staff were friendly and the restaurant was clean. Definitely one of the better hot chicken spots I’ve tried, and I’ll be coming back again.“

“The chicken kabob is amazing!“

“Outstanding salads! Friendly staff!“

“Loved their lattes! Quick service and great food“

“The. Best. Smoothie. I have ever had! So fresh and delicious! Visiting from out of state and had to stop here a few times while we were in Carlsbad! Also really enjoyed the Acai bowl! Excellent customer service, friend staff, clean restaurant and most importantly delicious, fresh, fruity drinks! Can't wait to go back!“

“We really enjoyed our lunch/dinner! Excellent chicken pot pie. Our waitress was Diane and she is top notch! Thank you so much !“

“Some of the best ice cream I have ever had is served here at Handels. They had at least 30 different types of ice cream and so many cones. The serving size was SO big. My two sons ordered a two scoop in a dipped waffle cone bowl, and got served a 5 scoop and the cone was 3 times as big as it was in the picture. The service was also great. The girl who took our order gave a lot of recommendations and it was quick.“

“I live in Arizona and walking my found this place. To sum it up I’m addicted to this ice cream. Every time we go to San Diego I have this ice cream 2 to 3 times a day.“

“La Costa Coffee Roasting is an absolute gem. Our family has been going here forever! From the moment you walk in, you can tell they care deeply about quality and craft. The coffee is consistently excellent—rich, smooth, and thoughtfully roasted, easily our favorite local cafe. Highly recommend their espresso blend!

The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about coffee, always happy to recommend a roast or explain their very cool, vintage coffee roasting machine right in the middle of the cafe. Whether you’re grabbing a quick cup or picking up beans to brew at home, the experience feels personal and welcoming.

La Costa Coffee Roasting is a must-visit. Easily the best coffee spot around.“

“The gelato was just like what we had in Florence,Italy!“

“Elissa puts so much thought and dedication into her delicious creations. You won't find Costco muffins repackaged in cellophane at this cafe - you WILL find her handmade recreations of traditional French pastries, fun fantasy-themed original creations, alongside custom flavored and hand-painted chocolates. Highly recommend, delicious. I only wish we lived closer and could visit more often (but that's why my wife has a monthly chocolate subscription to Elissa's companion business, 'Chocolates by E')“

“We visited Carlsbad in 2023 and of course fell in love but one of my favorite memories was waking up early in the morning, sun still hadn’t popped out, it was foggy but the temperature was already perfect. My daughter and I walked to Interim Coffee while listening to the waves crashing in. We absolutely loved the coffee shop and the vibe and yes of course the coffee was great too. Got back to our Airbnb just in time to watch dolphins swimming. Might seem like no big deal but it was such a great memory and one we still talk about.“

“Long lines in drivethru so went in. These employees hustle and work hard. Non stop, yet none look phased by business. Had to try the 🍔 burger. It was very good and the shake 🍓 was just as good. However. Those workers would bring me back. Excellent“

“Very good pho, great atmosphere me and my three friends came to watch a world cup game they had on the TV and had the best time, all the workers were very very kind and very welcoming! Lots of seating and easy parking! I would absolutely recommend!“

“Gluten free crust was amazing ! We are not celiac but sensitive and best crust we have tried. Gelato was great and made in house as well.“

“It is a fun place to be! variety of foods available.“

“Great Italian Pastries and coffee in the morning and perfect Italian sandwiches at lunch. Ken and his family know how to bake!“

“I love it“

“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.“

“Excellent food and service.“

“Great food, great selection, great prices, great specials, and GREAT PEOPLE! Visit. Often.“

“Consistently delicious and friendly service.“

“Loved the BHC in the Grove so went here when we were down visiting Carlsbad. Ordered 8pc Gold King wings with bburing sauce. Amazing flavor, crisp and juicy just as advertised! Definitely my favorite Korean fried chicken chain around here so far. Service was great as well, even though we were ordering to-go. (Got an additional wing too!)“

“Wow! We are so grateful to have happened upon Don's Country Kitchen! our lunch was a home made perfect delight. Excellent menu, service, and food. Highly recommend Don's! ♥️😊“

“I love the food and the ambiance.“

“Great food, great feel, friendly help“

“Outstanding in every way!“

“Beatiful place I love it Great fooooood“

“Great pizza. On time delivery“

“I appreciate a place with great wine and a beautiful charcuterie display. I highly recommend“

“What a great little gem! I stopped by this spot before a Saturday morning meeting and it was just the right kind of busy–enough of a line to show it’s popular, but still easy to find a table to sit and relax. I got the almond croissant, which was a solid 10/10, and the latte was really good too. It’s a perfect place to study or get some work done, with plenty of outdoor seating available. Ideal for both solo visits and small groups. Definitely recommending this one!“

“I brought my daughter here on a daddy-daughter-date and what a great experience. The staff helped us make sure that she got the right ingredients while it still maintaining the pink color she demands. We sat inside the cozy lounge atmosphere while we enjoyed our drinks. Definitely want to make this a regular thing.“

“Awesome food! We were in town at Carlsbad for the weekend, and visited it twice. Everything we tried was huge portions and fabulous! Servers and staff were very friendly, and very knowledgeable. If you are in the area, stop in and enjoy!!“

“The food and service is always good, I was wondering what is their signature dish? And has the restaurant had a food critics review? I love you read it! See you soon Casa de Bandini!“

“Good food for the price!!“

“My family and I had a wonderful time yesterday. Thanks for the great food and conversation! - The Cole's from Idaho“

“Ordered a cake for an office retirement party and it was a hit! Several people asked where it was from. Chocolate cake with raspberry jam and chocolate buttercream, absolutely delightful! Wil definitely be ordering my cakes from here going forward. Ornament was purchased and added separately.“

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

“Had the chance to taste Guillaume's pastries when he was still a student... Can't wait to see what they'll be serving us! :)“

“What a hidden gem! The pour over menu is extensive and Ruben will help you chose if your not sure. The turkey chili was delicious. Sat by the koi pond, listened to the water, and enjoyed every sip. Thank you for the experience 🙏 I'll be back.“

“Loved this little place and the experience brought with it! Latte was made perfectly; mildly sweet with a creamy vanilla finish. Donut melted away in my mouth. Lighting, seating, and cleanliness was perfect for the Carlsbad area. 🩵“

“I thought it was enjoyable. Not only the beer, but the brewery itself was unique. They did have a food vendor in the front, but I did not eat. They have mostly indoor, and a couple picnic tables outside which. It’s hard to compare this location with the other burgeon locations because they are all so different. Wish they would offer a Happy Hour or a featured/discounted beer like how Harland and Pizzaport does.“

“I was greeted pleasantly at the wait to be seated area and was allowed to pick from 2 different tables. I picked a table that I could watch Messi in the world cup and also watch the planes land at Palomar airport. My drink order was taken immediately and not long after she put my food order in. I ordered a burger and Parmesan fries. I would have liked some free bread or snacks to eat while waiting for my burger. I was by myself and happy to see they allow dogs. I had a very good girl sitting at the next table over. Carlsbad Brewing Company has a very large selection of IPAs and beers of all kinds. The server helped me choose. She picked a good one. When my burger arrived it was the tallest burger I had ever seen. I had to smush it down a little to fit it in my mouth. Even with that I was making a mess. But it was one of the best burgers I've ever had so it was worth the mess. Even though I couldn't finish the burger I ordered the ice cream Sunday and it was also delicious. 10/10 would come again. Highly recommend.“

“Nice environment and friendly staff. It could be that I’ve gotten used to large pours of lower quality wines but this is the smallest pour of Chardonnay I’ve ever had - for $18. And I do eat out a lot and go to wineries frequently. If price isn’t an issue definitely come here. Delicious Chardonnay.“

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

“First we appreciate a food place that organic I feel safe to eat at with having the same values in clean organic etc food and a plus is Enjoyed Conversation husband had with young gentleman made us more comfortable with busy environment and felt more welcome we talked to aidden and Aida who preps our food and nice presentation“