Guidebook for Carlsbad
Arts & Culture
Fun and casual music venue to see local and famous talent--located in the Cedros “Design District” where you can browse a variety of cool shops
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Belly Up
143 S Cedros AveFun and casual music venue to see local and famous talent--located in the Cedros “Design District” where you can browse a variety of cool shops
Museum of Making Music
5790 Armada DrInteresting, hands on, worth a few hours.
Oceanside Museum of Art
704 Pier View WayRestaurants
Stop by for drinks and appetizers on the heated patio while watching the sun set over the ocean. Happy hour prices are great.
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Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse
3878 Carlsbad BlvdStop by for drinks and appetizers on the heated patio while watching the sun set over the ocean. Happy hour prices are great.
Unique sushi with a modern vibe. One caveat, it get’s loud when crowded.
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Blue Ocean Robata & Sushi Bar
2958 Madison StUnique sushi with a modern vibe. One caveat, it get’s loud when crowded.
Harbor Fish Cafe
3179 Carlsbad BlvdOutdoor restaurant right on the beach--
Crazy good food-- go! They don’t take reservations, so you might want to go early or on a week night as it gets busy.
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Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen
509 Mission AveCrazy good food-- go! They don’t take reservations, so you might want to go early or on a week night as it gets busy.
Organic/healthy and delicious fare. Courtyard dining or inside.
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Naked Cafe
300 Carlsbad Village DrOrganic/healthy and delicious fare. Courtyard dining or inside.
Don’t miss having a breakfast here- excellent fare...nice patio and cool succulent wall
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Café Topes
3091 Roosevelt StDon’t miss having a breakfast here- excellent fare...nice patio and cool succulent wall
Daily News Cafe
3001 Carlsbad BlvdGood breakfast spot
If you love sushi-GO! The best poke bowls bar none, but go early, they open at 11:00, close at 1:00, and before that if they sell out (which they will)
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Yoshino
2913 State StIf you love sushi-GO! The best poke bowls bar none, but go early, they open at 11:00, close at 1:00, and before that if they sell out (which they will)
Good breakfast spot on the main drag in the village
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Swami's Cafe Carlsbad
2780 Carlsbad BlvdGood breakfast spot on the main drag in the village
They have a large patio dining area with firepits, great coffee drinks and breakfast, right in the middle of the village
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Cafe Elysa
3076 Carlsbad BlvdThey have a large patio dining area with firepits, great coffee drinks and breakfast, right in the middle of the village
Because we always want to know where the closest one is when traveling :)
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Starbucks
2924 Carlsbad BlvdBecause we always want to know where the closest one is when traveling :)
Best breakfast.... weekend long waits (40 minutes) but worth it-- cool antique mall a block away to kill time
Better on weekday mornings
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Beach Break Cafe
1802 S Coast HwyBest breakfast.... weekend long waits (40 minutes) but worth it-- cool antique mall a block away to kill time
Better on weekday mornings
Great, well-priced fresh fish to buy to cook AND they usually have 4 types that are sashimi grade too. Also dine in option for casual fish fare, clam chowder, etc.
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Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe
7110 Avenida EncinasGreat, well-priced fresh fish to buy to cook AND they usually have 4 types that are sashimi grade too. Also dine in option for casual fish fare, clam chowder, etc.
Great sandwiches- try the Turkado with extra secret spread!
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Board & Brew - Carlsbad Village
201 Oak AveGreat sandwiches- try the Turkado with extra secret spread!
Jay's Gourmet
2975 Carlsbad Boulevardgood italian fare
Local Tap House
308 S Coast HwyYUM. Consistently, YUM! A local favorite
Mexican street food at it's best...try the California Burrito!
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Raul's Mexican Food
490 S Coast Hwy 101Mexican street food at it's best...try the California Burrito!
GREAT local coffee spot for that non-Starbucks experience... seating outside overlooks the courtyard shopping below. Also have light fare. Amazing lox and bagel platter for $9.99 !
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Vinaka Cafe
300 Carlsbad Village DrGREAT local coffee spot for that non-Starbucks experience... seating outside overlooks the courtyard shopping below. Also have light fare. Amazing lox and bagel platter for $9.99 !
Easy walk to great authentic mexican food- an "old Carlsbad" institution.
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Lola's 7 Up Market & Deli
3292 Roosevelt StEasy walk to great authentic mexican food- an "old Carlsbad" institution.
Excellent italian food in Carlsbad Village
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Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana
2943 State StExcellent italian food in Carlsbad Village
Not a big fan of the food, but have a Marguarita on their patio after a walk on the beach :)
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Norte Mexican Food
3003 Carlsbad BlvdNot a big fan of the food, but have a Marguarita on their patio after a walk on the beach :)
WE LOVE THIS PLACE for authentic, sit-down Mexican-- food is always flavorful, they have a really nice outdoor space with fountain. There is a wait on weekends.
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Casa De Bandini
1901 Calle BarcelonaWE LOVE THIS PLACE for authentic, sit-down Mexican-- food is always flavorful, they have a really nice outdoor space with fountain. There is a wait on weekends.
A hidden gem- don't tell anyone!! Cozy spot with amazing small plates, sandwiches, etc. Owner is super sweet and knows a bunch about wine.
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The Miller's Table
514 S Coast HwyA hidden gem- don't tell anyone!! Cozy spot with amazing small plates, sandwiches, etc. Owner is super sweet and knows a bunch about wine.
Best fish place in the Village- reasonable prices.
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Bluewater Grill
26700 Ynez CtBest fish place in the Village- reasonable prices.
A must-try, everyone's favorite, "can't believe how fresh and good the burgers are for so cheap" place. Try the burger "animal style" (secret) or the animal fries (with fried onions and their secret sauce)
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In-N-Out Burger
5950 Avenida EncinasA must-try, everyone's favorite, "can't believe how fresh and good the burgers are for so cheap" place. Try the burger "animal style" (secret) or the animal fries (with fried onions and their secret sauce)
Local institution- great gooey pizza and craft beers.
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Pizza Port Carlsbad
571 Carlsbad Village DrLocal institution- great gooey pizza and craft beers.
Great breakfast spot if you like ENDLESS MEAT. Big John breakfast comes with eggs, etc and all u can eat sausage, bratwurst, bacon, etc.
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Tip Top Meats
6118 Paseo Del NorteGreat breakfast spot if you like ENDLESS MEAT. Big John breakfast comes with eggs, etc and all u can eat sausage, bratwurst, bacon, etc.
Get a slice of delish pizza, a beer and their house salad which is amazing-- apples, gorgonzola (or feta) candied pecans, YUM.
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Best Pizza & Brew Oceanside
1639 S Coast HwyGet a slice of delish pizza, a beer and their house salad which is amazing-- apples, gorgonzola (or feta) candied pecans, YUM.
Luna Grill - El Camino Real
2501 El Camino RealCheap Mediterranean eats, fresh and fast.
Great coffee and fresh baked breakfast fare. YUM
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Petite Madeline Bakery
223 N Coast HwyGreat coffee and fresh baked breakfast fare. YUM
Strawberry Shack
2906 Carlsbad BlvdStrawberry shortcake, ice cream, pudding, smoothies.....
Great pizza, beers, salads-a local favorite!
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The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza
1706 S Coast HwyGreat pizza, beers, salads-a local favorite!
Such good ice cream! Expect a line, but moves fast.
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Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream
2825 State StSuch good ice cream! Expect a line, but moves fast.
Dija Mara
232 S Coast HwyUnique fare, simply delish.
One of the best restaurants in Carlsbad Village. Food is consistently yummy,
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Le Papagayo Carlsbad
660 Carlsbad Village DrOne of the best restaurants in Carlsbad Village. Food is consistently yummy,
Nick's on State
One of the best spots for dinner in the Village. Reservations recommended.
Everything Else
Tamarack Beach
Ge your surf on-- just a few blocks away.
Only 45 minutes away, a scenic, relaxing day trip --beautiful beach town with many art galleries
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Laguna Beach
Only 45 minutes away, a scenic, relaxing day trip --beautiful beach town with many art galleries
Birch Aquarium at Scripps
2300 Expedition WayAlways a fun day!
Definitely go! Neighboring community with a different beachy hip vibe--Great place for shops, tons of awesome restaurants, hidden beaches-- where my kids grew up and ‘the coolest” according to them :)
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Encinitas
Definitely go! Neighboring community with a different beachy hip vibe--Great place for shops, tons of awesome restaurants, hidden beaches-- where my kids grew up and ‘the coolest” according to them :)
Shopping
Every Wednesday from 3:00-7:00, fresh local produce and more, in the heart of Carlsbad Village
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State Street Farmers Market
2907 State StEvery Wednesday from 3:00-7:00, fresh local produce and more, in the heart of Carlsbad Village
good produce, healthy food, gluten free selection, deli, etc.
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Sprouts Farmers Market
2618 El Camino Realgood produce, healthy food, gluten free selection, deli, etc.
Carlsbad Premium Outlets
5620 Paseo Del NorteLots of little boutiques for clothes, home goods, food, etc.
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Carlsbad Village
Lots of little boutiques for clothes, home goods, food, etc.
Entertainment / Activities / Sightseeing
LEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrMust-visit for families with small children
Iziko likaSan Diego
2920 Zoo Drworld class zoo-- super fun day!
A must see-- shop, eat and take in the break taking coastal views. Kayak thru the caves...
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La Jolla Cove
1100 Coast BlvdA must see-- shop, eat and take in the break taking coastal views. Kayak thru the caves...
SeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr.Fun for kids and adults!
I may be prejudiced, but this is the prettiest lagoon in San Diego-- a great walking trail to the beach!
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Agua Hedionda Lagoon
Lagoon PlaceI may be prejudiced, but this is the prettiest lagoon in San Diego-- a great walking trail to the beach!
I-Bait Shop Pier Oceanside
Great area to walk around, dine
You can walk here from the cottage-- rent paddle boards, jet skis, etc.
Check Groupon for discounts!
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California Watersports
4215 Harrison StYou can walk here from the cottage-- rent paddle boards, jet skis, etc.
Check Groupon for discounts!
Beautiful coastline views, ritzy shops, great dining, seal island offshore
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La Jolla Shores Park
8300 Camino Del OroBeautiful coastline views, ritzy shops, great dining, seal island offshore
Another fun place to spend the day, beautiful beach park, great shops and dining
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Del Mar
Another fun place to spend the day, beautiful beach park, great shops and dining
shops, restaurants, beach walk, art museum, lots to see.
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I-Bait Shop Pier Oceanside
shops, restaurants, beach walk, art museum, lots to see.
Essentials
Vons
985 Tamarack AveWalk or take one of our bikes to the store for groceries
Rite Aid
955 Tamarack AveWalkable for any drug store needs.
Parks & Nature
Spectacular Spring stop! Vibrant Ranecula fields as far as the eye can see. Go on a tour or simply drive by and enjoy the view!
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Izitshalo Zemifuno
5704 Paseo Del NorteSpectacular Spring stop! Vibrant Ranecula fields as far as the eye can see. Go on a tour or simply drive by and enjoy the view!
Buccaneer Park
1506 S Pacific St