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Campfire, Carlsbad, CA
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Campfire

$30 and under
Contemporary American
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Campfire

4.7
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Carlsbad

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Booked 85 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
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.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Eric Bost

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Plate

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: This massive open-flame restaurant charmed diners with fire pits, a wall decorated with camping gear, and warm communal vibes when it opened in 2016. It still has powerhouse status thanks to an excellent craft cocktail program and seasonal wood-fired masterpieces, which could include fire-roasted octopus with green harissa or smoked coffee-rubbed brisket.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 637-5121
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Experiences

  • Campfire Party

    US$102.20 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    At Campfire, we do something special for all groups of 7-12 guests, as we invite large parties to gather together and feast. The Feast is a fixed four-course, family-style meal priced at $80 per guest. You won’t have to make any decisions, as we'll take care of everything, cooking up some of our favorite dishes from every section of the menu. If your group includes young children, please email hello@thisiscampfire.com for help with your booking. Cancellations may be made up to 24 hours in advance of your reservation. Same day cancellations are not eligible for refunds. Tax and 20% Gratuity applied at checkout.

What 5,229 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Diego

    Contemporary American

  • North San Diego

    Innovative

  • North San Diego

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Campfire delights diners with its unique menu and lively atmosphere. Celebrated for "life changing broccoli," the restaurant offers an array of wood-fired dishes that impress with flavor and creativity. While noise and wait times can be concerns, "amazing service" and engaging staff consistently enhance the dining experience. Perfect for special occasions!

5,229 Reviews
  1. Mia

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Not only was the food amazing, but the service and ambience was so warm, cozy, friendly and relaxed. Our group felt comfortable and we were not rushed. Will definitely be coming back here!

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  2. stephanie

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    THE STAFF ASSISTED US BEAUTIFULLY, THANK YOU FOR GREAT FOOD AND AN AWESOME EVEING WTH A HOLIDAY CHEER FOR ME AND MY CO WORKERS. :)

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  3. Jenna

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was by far the best dining experience I have ever had. Every single person who helped us - from the host attendants to the bar team and Caden, our server - was patient, thoughtful and hospitable. We never felt rushed and felt so taken care of. Cocktails were complex and perfectly balanced. The bartenders were patient despite having a full bar and walked us through the menu. The server “assistants” were already aware we are pescatarian which we noted on OpenTable and let us know what alternatives they could offer for different menu items. This really never happens at other restaurants. You note it but it is not taken into consideration at the restaurant or servers are not made aware. This was a really thoughtful touch for us. Caden was so helpful in making recommendations and guiding us through the menu. The food was spectacular. We had the prawns, oysters, crudo, broccoli, cavatelli and market fish. Complex, layered flavors and interesting textures. Very ingredient driven. Each plate was small enough that we could try many things, but we were properly stuffed by the end! I cannot wait to come back. It is a MUST TRY. **While it’s never the most important characteristic for us, the ambiance and decor were cozy and added to the overall experience and the music playlist was great and not overpowering.

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  4. Cesar

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing. Service on point. It is extremely noisy, I struggled to hear our server and my guest at the end of the table. I wouldn’t recommend for business dinners but will definitely be back with friends and family.

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  5. Jolie

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All in all Campfire is an incredible dining experience. Friendly and welcoming staff, a vibrant room, and delicious food. On top of that, the service was absolutely top notch. Thank you, and we can’t wait to see you again!

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  6. Ron

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I went to Campfire to celebrate our anniversary. The decor was elegant rustic, the food was amazing, speciality cocktails were great, and the service was truly world class. Everyone ,especially Sonya, went out of their way to make us and our anniversary feel special.

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  7. Jay

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Get the Ribeye with cast iron roasted potatoes and Ricotta. These 3 dishes go so well together. Service was amazing. I will always return!

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  8. Tyler

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    New favorite restaurant in north county! Perfect San Diego camping vibe with incredible food. Service and cocktails were top notch. Each dish was excellent. The crudo and ribeye were standouts. They went the extra mile to make my birthday special. Can't forget about the smores! Highly recommend campfire :)

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  9. Meredith

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, service was exceptional! Every single staff was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Top notch !

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  10. Breanne

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I hadn’t visited Camp Fire in about a year because my previous experiences left me less than impressed with the food. However, I recently heard they changed chefs, so I decided to give it another shot. I was pleasantly surprised by the transformation! This time, the menu offered much more than just cocktails and broccoli. The highlight of the meal was the ribeye steak—it was simply amazing and melted in my mouth. The potatoes were also flavorful, but the standout dish for me was the carrots; they were cooked to perfection and burst with flavor. I’m happy to say that Camp Fire has made a solid comeback, and we will definitely be adding it back into our dining rotation. If you haven't been in a while, I highly recommend giving it another try!

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Campfire using the Order Online button.

Campfire is rated 4.7 stars by 5229 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Campfire restaurant

Campfire

4.7
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Carlsbad

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Booked 85 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Campfire

2725 State St, Carlsbad, CA 92008-1629

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    Beech Ave.
  • Area
    Carlsbad
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
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