Guidebook for Carlsbad
Food Scene
In-N-Out Burger
5950 Avenida EncinasNothing like a California Exclusive In-n-out Burger!!
Bistro West
4960 Avenida EncinasAmazing restaurant within walking distance!
Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse
3878 Carlsbad BlvdAmazing Seafood with Ocean Views
Gorgeous Ocean Views from this amazing gem of a restaurant!
7 Einheimische empfehlen
Chandler's Restaurant & Lounge
1 Ponto RdGorgeous Ocean Views from this amazing gem of a restaurant!
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
204 E Via Rancho PkwyGreat beer!!
BBQ, Cocktails, Beer and Wine, Coffee, Doughnuts, Ice Cream, Cotton Candy - Great atmosphere and everything you could want!
24 Einheimische empfehlen
Park 101
3040 Carlsbad BlvdBBQ, Cocktails, Beer and Wine, Coffee, Doughnuts, Ice Cream, Cotton Candy - Great atmosphere and everything you could want!
Islands Restaurant Carlsbad
889 Palomar Airport RdIsland style burgers and tacos
McDonald's
5990 Avenida EncinasFast and Easy!
Garcia's Mexican Restaurant & Creative Catering
2968 State StFabulous Mexican Food!
Naked Cafe
300 Carlsbad Village DrHealth Conscious and Delicious Brunch!
Amazing Bakery specializing in breads that are good for the gluten sensitive!
8 Einheimische empfehlen
Prager Brothers Artisan Breads
1252 University AveAmazing Bakery specializing in breads that are good for the gluten sensitive!
Starbucks
2924 Carlsbad BlvdKing's Fish House
5625 Paseo Del NorteP.F. Chang's
40762 Winchester RdAsian Cuisine
Vinaka Cafe
300 Carlsbad Village DrGreat coffee and ambiance
Luna Grill - El Camino Real
2501 El Camino RealMediterranean
Betty's Pie Whole Saloon
114 N El Camino RealAmazing Pies!! Savory and sweet! Must visit
The Compass
300 Carlsbad Village DrAmazing cocktails and delicious food! Open late with bar.
Campfire
2725 State StTrendy restaurant w/ bar
Entertainment & Activities
LEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrCarlsbad's #1 Attraction! Fun Fun Fun!
Regal Carlsbad 12
2501 El Camino RealCinépolis Luxury Cinemas La Costa Paseo Real
6941 El Camino RealFancy Theater!
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrAbout an hour's drive away!
Sea Life Aquarium
1 Legoland DrSeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr.San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley RdAmazing Tiger trail!
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo DrKnotts Berry Farm station
Drinks & Nightlife
Dave & Buster's
2931 Camino Del Rio NorthLike chuck e cheese but for grown ups
The Captain Charles Kenneth Speakeasy
2978-2998 Carlsbad BlvdSpeakeasy!
Firepits and live music - popular among the over 40 crowd
84 Einheimische empfehlen
Coyote Bar & Grill
300 Carlsbad Village DrFirepits and live music - popular among the over 40 crowd
Authentic Irish Pub and Restaurant - they sometimes have live music
21 Einheimische empfehlen
O'Sullivan's Irish Pub & Restaurant
640 Grand AvenueAuthentic Irish Pub and Restaurant - they sometimes have live music
Shopping
Costco Wholesale
1755 Hacienda DrCarlsbad Premium Outlets
5620 Paseo Del NorteThe outlets are a Carlsbad favorite!
Currently undergoing construction... expected to be done late 2017
68 Einheimische empfehlen
The Shoppes at Carlsbad
2525 El Camino RealCurrently undergoing construction... expected to be done late 2017
Essentials
Smart & Final Extra!
955 Carlsbad Village DrFabulous Rotisserie Chickens
Ralphs
7140 Avenida EncinasTarget
443 College BlvdParks & Nature
Tamarack Beach
Aka "warm waters beach"
Batiquitos Lagoon
Beautiful Walking trails surround the lagoon
Beautiful Lagoon Boasts Paddle boarding and Jet Ski Rentals
18 Einheimische empfehlen
Agua Hedionda Lagoon
Lagoon PlaceBeautiful Lagoon Boasts Paddle boarding and Jet Ski Rentals
Torrey Pines State Reserve
12600 North Torrey Pines RoadBeautiful Hiking on the cliffs
Cannon Park
Playground for the kiddos within walking distance!
Beautiful white sandy beach with public restrooms and parking
31 Einheimische empfehlen
South Ponto Beach
Carlsbad BoulevardBeautiful white sandy beach with public restrooms and parking
Beautiful white sandy beaches with public parking and public restrooms. Dual level seawall great for runners and people watching.
24 Einheimische empfehlen
Carlsbad State Beach
Carlsbad BoulevardBeautiful white sandy beaches with public parking and public restrooms. Dual level seawall great for runners and people watching.
Free little nature center- great for kids - they have many different species of reptiles, snakes, and frogs and they will bring any of them out of their cages for kids to handle. Beautiful trails nearby too.
10 Einheimische empfehlen
Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation
1580 Cannon RdFree little nature center- great for kids - they have many different species of reptiles, snakes, and frogs and they will bring any of them out of their cages for kids to handle. Beautiful trails nearby too.
Arts & Culture
Balboa Park
Multiple Museums and Beautiful Gardens!
Peacocks abound in this historic park that was once home to Leo Carillo
38 Einheimische empfehlen
Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park
6200 Flying Leo Carrillo LnPeacocks abound in this historic park that was once home to Leo Carillo