14 Best American Restaurants in Carlsbad

El Diamante Restaurant American • $$
106 W Bonbright St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Camarones Al Mojo de Ajo Garlic
Camarones A la Diabla
Chips & Guacamole
Pork Chops Bon In
Torre De Mariscos
Shrimp Cocktail
Grilled Fajitas
Mojarra Tilapia
Grilled Salmon
Chile Relleno

“Our first time today. We had a super lunch. Started out with the tea being fresh. Salsa and chips were tasty, not too spicy, shrimp tacos, perfectly balanced with a nice slaw and avacado. Pork asado extremely flavorful yet not too hot! Will definitely go back again!“

4.1 Good184 Reviews
Yellow Brix Restaurant American • $$
201 N Canal St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Steak Soft Tacos Rice & Beans
Chocolate Lava Cake a La Mode
Tuscan Spicy Chicken Pasta
Warm Brussel Sprout Salad
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Tenderloin Carne Asada
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Chicken Fried Steak

“I love this restaurant — it’s one of my favorites. The staff is always fantastic, especially the bar team who consistently make the experience feel welcoming and enjoyable. The atmosphere is warm and intimate, which I appreciate, but it can get a bit too dark at times, making the menu a little hard to read. If it fits the vibe, adding slightly brighter candles or a bit more table lighting would make a great experience even better. Overall, still a wonderful place I always look forward to visiting.“

4 Good408 Reviews
Big Dogs Curbside Grill American • $
1501 W Mermod St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Chile Dog
Hot-Dog

“Philly is beyond compare!“

4.7 Superb17 Reviews
4

Flume

Flume American • $
1829 S Canal St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

8 Oz Ribeye Steak with Loaded Mashed Potatoes
All Prime Rib Dinner's Include the Salad Bar
Patty with Brown Gravy
Chicken Fried Steak
All American Burger
Fried Fish Platter
Pasta with Salmon
The Flume Tacos
Shrimp Cocktail
Fried Shrimp

“I STAYED THERE ONE NIGHT. CLEAN ROOMS, FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE! I'M GOING TONITE FOR FAHITA FRIDAY!“

4 Good90 Reviews
The flume American •
100-102 US Hwy 285, Carlsbad

“The best place i ate in a long time!!! I wish i would of takena photo of the Shrimp scampi before i started eating it but i couldn't stop lol. ( the best). Wait staffwas fenominal!!!! Please stop in and try there NM beef filet, salad bar was delicious as well as the soup! I WILlL be back!!!“

5 Superb1 Reviews
Lucky Bull Grill Bar & Grill • $
220 W Fox St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Hand Battered Country Fried Steak
New Mexico Fish & Chips
Roasted Garlic Alfredo
Caribbean Jerk Chicken
The Lucky Bull Burger
Pecos Valley Poutine
Shrimp and Grits 2 0
The Notorious P I G
Jammin Bacon Burger
Cowboy Wedge Salad

“Stopped in with the family while on a trip to the Guadalupe Mountain National Park to watch the Texans game v the Chargers. Son and I both had burgers which were great. Daughter had the Blue Burger which she really enjoyed. Wife had sides including the grits which she loved. Service was good, refills were timely. Looks also had the churros and ice cream for dessert which they enjoyed.“

4.3 Superb280 Reviews
Milton's Brewing Brewery • $
213 W Mermod St, Carlsbad

“Was booked for a 2nd time with my comedy show at Milton's Brewing. It was a blast. Great staff, owner and audience. I look forward to coming back next year.“

4.6 Superb97 Reviews
PJ and B’s Rio Cafe Mexican • $
711 Muscatel Ave, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Philly Fries with Philly Steak Onion Bell Pepper & Smothered with Queso
Build Your Own Breakfast Burrito with Up to Three Toppings
Country Fried Steak and Eggs with Breakfast Potatoes
Triple B Brendas BBQ Brisket Sandwich
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Carne Asada Fries
PJ's Hot Burrito
Huevos Rancheros
Philly Cheese
French Toast

“The huevos racheros with red and green are one of my favorite breakfast plates“

4.4 Superb117 Reviews
Danny's Place Barbecue • $
902 S Canal St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

BBQ Sandwich No Sides
Small Brisket Dinner
Chicken Fried Steak
Side of Potato Salad
BBQ Sandwich Plate
Brisket Sandwich
Brisket and Ribs
3 Meat Dinner
Ribs Brisket
Side of Beans

“So I pulled up in Carlsbad, New Mexico on the job ,
Asked a friendly Local what place he thought is best to eat that is locally own. He told me Danny’s Place
I can’t lie I don’t regret it. Great customer service great food only three stars on the atmosphere but that’s just because there was one other customer when I went in and I didn’t stay, but I do have to say that the place look clean had a nice western theme to it. The food was great. The people were great. Definitely will go back if I ever come back out this way.“

3.9 Good142 Reviews
PJ and B's Rio Cafe #2 Brunch • $
301 W Church St, Carlsbad

“The huevos racheros with red and green are one of my favorite breakfast plates“

4.1 Good19 Reviews
Kaleidoscoops Ice Cream and More Hamburger • $
425 N Canal St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheeseburger with Fries
Cheeseburger and Onion Rings
Burned Steak Finger Basket
Cheeseburger Basket
Chili Cheese Fries
Breakfast Burrito
Texas Toothpicks
2 Scoop Sundae
Chicken Strips
Waffle Fries

“I was very satisfied with my chicken basket. Staff did a great job. Ice cream was delicious. My family will be making it our go to place in Carlsbad. 😋“

3.8 Good129 Reviews
May's Dari-Lea Drive In Fast Food • $
2216 W Lea St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Double Bacon Green Chile Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger with American Cheese
Four Ground Beef Tacos
Large Cheeseburger
Enchilada Plate
Chicken Strip
Steak Finger
Cherry Shake
Waffle Fries
Onion Rings

“I'd never eaten here before, but my mom was in the mood for a burger (I'm ALWAYS in the mood for a burger). The menu was easy to read and understand. I can't believe they have Tostadas as a side! 👀
We ordered our food and drinks, one of them being the sampler, which comes w/ onion rings, fried mushrooms, fried pickles, and mozz sticks, and jalapeño poppers. The friendly gentleman who took our order came out to the car to tell us they were out of onion rings, but would sub w/whatever else we wanted. I opted for more mushrooms. 😋 The drinks are perfectly mixed, everything came exactly as ordered, and the food was delicious.
Will DEFINITELY be coming back for more.“

3.4 Good47 Reviews
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Denny's

Denny's Diner • $
810 W Pierce St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Salted Caramel Banana Pancake Slam
Cream Cheese Strawberry Crapes
Salted Caramel Banana Pancakes
Eggs and Bacon with Pancakes
Hearty 9-Grain Pancake Slam
Philly Cheesesteak Omelette
Country-Fried Steak & Eggs
Country Fried Steak & Eggs
Jr Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Strawberry Vanilla Crepes

“This waitress named shanda was so amazing it was her 2 day working here an it was the best I have ever had she was just leaving stayed cuz I didn’t want the other waitress and she was so sweet aboutit“

3.6 Good262 Reviews
Blake's Lotaburger Hamburger • $
1230 W Pierce St, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Burrito with Red Sauce
Lottaburger Double with Green Chili and Fries
Breakfast Burrito with Christmas Sauce
Green Chili Cheeseburger & Onion Rings
Classic Burger with Green Chilies
Green Chili Cheeseburger Combo
Burger Combo w Seasoned Fries
Green Chile Bacon Burrito
Chili Cheese Fries
Hatch Green Chile

“Never had Blakes or a Green Hatch burger....I have been missing out!!!! It had just the right amount of heat. Just enough to open my nose. Lol. Great burger! We don't get to enjoy Green Hatch Chile Burgers in Georgia! My new favorite New Mexico eating joint.“

3.5 Good167 Reviews

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