Carl's Jr.
$ • Fast Food, Burgers
Hours:
1137 Regal Rd, Encinitas
(760) 436-8660
About Carl's Jr
Customers' Favorites
Carl's Jr Reviews
The “manager” acted like he had never taken an order in his life and it took kid you not 5 minutes to order one meal and an extra fry. My meal was suppose to co e with criss cut fries which he did read my fries back to me as criss cut but but I got regular so I asked that it be fixed and he got defensive and started raising his voice. He handed my friend her soda and said “Dr.pepper” when it was infact a coke so he let out a huge “sighhhhhhhhh” and snatched the coke...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 6AM - 11PM |
| Tuesday | 6AM - 11PM |
| Wednesday | 6AM - 11PM |
| Thursday | 6AM - 12AM |
| Friday | 6AM - 12AM |
| Saturday | 6AM - 12AM |
| Sunday | 6AM - 11PM |
Carl's Jr. offers a variety of classic fast-food favorites with generally positive experiences from customers. Visitors from different locations, including Oklahoma, have found the food to be delicious, highlighting the chicken Santa Fe sandwich and hot fries. The staff is often praised for being kind, friendly, and attentive, even during busy times. One customer appreciated the drive-through service, noting that the register worker had a great attitude, asked about sauces, and ensured napkins were included. Gabriel, in particular, was commended for going above and beyond to deliver excellent customer service.
However, some reviews mention that the restaurant shows signs of age and may appear disheveled inside. Service at the window can feel impersonal, especially with the use of AI drive-through ordering systems, which some find inconvenient. A customer expressed frustration with the language barrier and the perceived lack of friendliness from the staff at the window, feeling that communication could have been better if language concerns were addressed more openly.
Changes to menu items also received mixed feedback. The removal of the Big Burger has disappointed some, as it was seen as a more substantial option compared to the smaller, more expensive burgers now available. Despite these issues, the fries have been noted as crispy at times, and some customers have enjoyed revisiting favorite items. Overall, Carl's Jr. provides tasty food with friendly staff, but it could benefit from improved ambiance and more personalized service.