Black Rail Kitchen + Bar

4.6

300 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 9 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar is a vibrant and unique neighborhood gathering space serves inventive California global fare crafted by renowned Michoacán-born executive chef Moises Hernandez.

Cozy up next to one of our expansive patio’s many firepits and enjoy deliciously prepared dishes, daily happy hour, craft beverages, a glorious sommelier-driven wine list, local beer and live music from some of the area’s top jazz musicians and Black Rail Kitchen + Bar’s very own house band, the E.S.P. Collective.

We are proud to bring our longtime Carlsbad neighbors and newcomers alike diverse dining experiences including Black Rail Kitchen + Bar, Tinleaf Fresh Kitchen and Yelp Top 100 breakfast spot Beach Plum Kitchen.
Stop by, grab a drink and soak in the best of La Costa!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Californian, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(760) 931-0020
Website
https://blackrailkitchen.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Moises Hernandez
Catering
We offer a variety of catering services, including pick up, drop off, and full-service. Let our catering team show you how easy it is to impress your guests with our menu! We pride ourselves on being on time every time & offer amazing food to meet every budget.<br />Please visit freshkitchenhospitality.com/catering for more info or to submit an inquiry.
Private party facilities
Whether you’re planning a company meeting, dinner party, shower, rehearsal dinner, or holiday party we are able to meet your every need. We offer a mix of private and semi-private dining opportunities. We can provide personalized menus, table decor, audio-visual equipment, and more. Email samantha@blackrailkitchen.com for more information.

Location
6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009-4149
Area
Carlsbad
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit

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What 300 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

North San Diego
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food" and "impeccable service." Guests love the "beautiful restaurant" ambiance and the expansive outdoor patio, complete with live jazz. The eclectic menu features standout dishes like lamb meatballs and slow-roasted pork belly, creating a memorable evening for all.

300 Reviews

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William
Houston
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were looking for a quick but good early dinner on Saturday night. Black Rail squeezed us in as we called at 4:00 for a 5:30 reservation. We were seated on time, service was very good, food was very good and we were able to get to our next stop with no problem. The restaurant has become a go to place for us for an informal but upscale meal.
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Jennifer
San Diego
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was delicious, but the experience was diminished because the waiter rushed us the entire time, and the service in general wasn’t great. Dirty appetizer plates should be removed once the entrees are delivered. Condiments should be offered with a burger, and with an entree that has French fries. Entree plates should not be cleared when someone is still eating.
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JanetG
Las Vegas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My friends and I really enjoyed our time at Black Rail… the food was delicious last night, Nicole did a great job serving us… The heaters kept us perfectly warm in the glow of the decorations and the joy of spending time together is always a winner at Black Rail. We continue to return in the assurance that we will have a great experience.❤️
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Jamie
Las Vegas
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
First time diners. Would say a very good experience overall. Our table was kind of in a weird spot. Right outside the kitchen door, kind of felt like we were just stuck in a corner. There was a bit of a confusion when we were seated as to which server we were going to get. Just a little slow getting started. Food was really good. We had the Brussel sprouts as an appetizer and then their burger and steak sands. All was delicious!!! Was a bit loud but the place was packed so to expected. We would go back for sure.
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Lisa
Central Coast
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Do not order the chicken and rice dish. Really substandard!
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Dave
San Diego
323 reviews
vip
3.0
323 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
We used open table to reserve an indoor table - it’s cold at night here now. When we arrived, the receptionist took us outside - I told her we specifically reserved inside - she got indignant and snotty with us - little blond girl with leather pants - then dismissively offered us a small table by the door when there were two dozen empty booths around - I almost left and definitely won’t go back.
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Palm
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for a meeting. Wish some memorable menu items were stilll on menu. Bummed to see them go.
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Linda
San Diego
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always ask for a table on the patio to insure a quiet time. They have plenty on heaters and blankets if you need extra warmth. I have never had a server that was not cheerful and helpful. This time I had empanadas and my friend had the harvest salad and shared their Cabernet bottled for them in Napa. We both were quite pleased with our choices. This is my go to restaurant for a lovely outdoor evening.
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charles
San Diego
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful experience, the food was good and the service by Maya was exceptional.
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Emmy
San Francisco
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Looks like a good place to only have drinks but not dinner. Food needs to improve, too expensive for what’s it was. Service was ok. Live music was good.
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FAQs

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 931-0020.

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 300 OpenTable diners.

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009-4149

Additional information

Area
Carlsbad
Hours of Operation
Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Californian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Moises Hernandez
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit

Website
https://blackrailkitchen.com/
Phone number
(760) 931-0020
Catering
We offer a variety of catering services, including pick up, drop off, and full-service. Let our catering team show you how easy it is to impress your guests with our menu! We pride ourselves on being on time every time & offer amazing food to meet every budget.<br />Please visit freshkitchenhospitality.com/catering for more info or to submit an inquiry.
Private party facilities
Whether you’re planning a company meeting, dinner party, shower, rehearsal dinner, or holiday party we are able to meet your every need. We offer a mix of private and semi-private dining opportunities. We can provide personalized menus, table decor, audio-visual equipment, and more. Email samantha@blackrailkitchen.com for more information.

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Black Rail Kitchen + Bar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Menu

What 300 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Black Rail Kitchen + Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Black Rail Kitchen + Bar restaurant rated?

Does Black Rail Kitchen + Bar offer gift cards?

Is Black Rail Kitchen + Bar currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card