7 Best Family Style Restaurants in Carlsbad

7 restaurants available nearby

1. Campfire

4.8

Exceptional(5373)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Carlsbad

Booked 56 times today

A New American restaurant and cocktail bar with a focus on market driven live-fire cooking, Campfire is a return to the origins of cooking and hospitality, and celebrates the spirit of the name by creating an environment in which we gather around a fire, create honest food, and share it with friends.

2. Wildland

4.7

Exceptional(59)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Carlsbad

Booked 74 times today

WALK-IN'S ONLY FOR BREAKFAST AND LUNCH.WALK-IN'S AND RESERVATIONS FOR DINNER.Wildland is an all-day restaurant, bar and bakery inspired by the natural landscape and vibrant community of North County, celebrating the creative culture of California by bringing bold ideas to timeless traditions. Night or day, this is a place for the every day. We open daily at 8am, with counter service up until 4:00pm, inviting you all to come in and join us on a first-come, first-serve basis for breakfast and lunch.Reservations are available every evening, and walk in guests are always welcome.Private Dining Room reservations are available for parties of 12-18 guests.

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3. Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara

4.7

Exceptional(1052)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Carlsbad

Booked 6 times today

Immerse yourself into a refined modern setting featuring Baja-inspired cuisine and specialty cocktails composed of mezcal and tequila. Enjoy a show kitchen allowing you to get an inside look behind the scenes bringing Chef's creations to center stage. Locally sourced cuisine with a coastal flair is the cornerstone of this fine dining Baja-inspired experience.

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4. Vue - Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

4.2

Awesome(168)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Carlsbad

Booked 9 times today

Overlooking rolling green hills and fairways, VUE brings bold California Coastal and Baja-inspired flavors to the table. Our new vibrant menu showcases fresh seafood, hearty proteins, house-made sauces and locally-sourced fruits and vegetables. With a modern, creative approach to Baja cuisine, VUE delivers a dynamic selection of seasonal dishes year-round. Complementing the cuisine is a thoughtfully curated selection of creative cocktails, fine wines, and craft beers, perfectly paired to enhance every dish. From inspired sunrise flavors to imaginative evening plates, there’s always something exciting to taste—and sip—at VUE.

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5. Buca di Beppo - Carlsbad

3.1

Good(459)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carlsbad

Booked 6 times today

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Carlsbad, CA then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. Located near the Forum of Carlsbad, your Carlsbad, CA Buca is ready to serve you all your favorite Italian specialties for lunch or dinner all week long. It's easy to see why we are everyone's favorite Italian restaurant. Our chefs create delicious, authentic Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas and our attentive staff serves them up family style. From the moment you walk into your Carlsbad Buca, you know you are going to be well taken care of. You'll feel like family because we treat you like family. We love celebrations so be sure to book our semi-private dining rooms or set up catering for your next special event. Make your reservations or simply stop by to enjoy a meal today. We can't wait to see you!

6. Herb & Sea

4.6

Exceptional(2929)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Encinitas

Booked 64 times today

Blending classic East Coast culinary traditions with a modern Californian sensibility, Herb & Sea is Chef Brian Malarkey’s venerable companion restaurant to the much-loved Herb & Wood in Little Italy. Quickly becoming one of the most sought-after tables in town, the concept shines with a menu that focuses on simple, clean, bright flavors. Located steps from Moonlight Beach in Encinitas, the vibrant space is housed in a 1920’s art deco building that has been restored to its original glory.Daily operations are helmed by Executive Chef Aidan Owens. The menu includes a mix of raw bar staples, fresh seafood, meat dishes, and roasted vegetables. A variety of pizzas and pastas round out the offerings, alongside dessert and a dedicated kids’ menu.The spirits program is bright and playful, emphasizing citrus and floral notes that utilize the same ingredients found on the menu. The wine list offers a similar sense of whimsy, highlighting labels meant to complemen

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7. Rustic Root - Solana Beach

4.3

Awesome(59)

Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 87 times today

Modern rooftop destination featuring local, seasonal cuisine & craft cocktails in stylish surrounds.

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. Campfire

2. Wildland

3. Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara

4. Vue - Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

5. Buca di Beppo - Carlsbad

6. Herb & Sea

7. Rustic Root - Solana Beach

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