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- WWillSan Diego •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat service. Great food. Great drink. Great views.More infoVAGA Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Encinitas•4.5
- CChris and AnitaVIPSan Diego •44 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoI appreciated the service from the hostess to the waitress to the server. It was a very great experience. The menu had a great variety of options and the drinks menu had a great selection. I ordered the N.Y. steak meal and it was prepared to perfection! My wife had the charcuterie board and she really enjoyed it! I was surprised with a candle on the chocolate mousse that we ordered because my birthday was recently and we enjoyed that treat! Thank you so much!More info20|TWENTYPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carlsbad•4.2
- AAllisonSan Diego •16 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoProbably my favorite Campfire experience yet. We we treating our son’s favorite teacher and his wife to a holiday meal, and we were able to sit at a quiet table out front which was SO nice! I’m hard of hearing and the entire dinner, I was able to hear what everyone was saying! That is rare for me and I loved it. We tried a few different things tonight, and some of the same things we love. We ordered the cornbread which was new for us and it was 10/10. We also ordered the porridge bread as usual. So good, and my son became obsessed with it this time around. It’s a 9/10 for me but if they brought back the gravy drippings to dip it in that they had a couple years ago, it would be an 11/10. We also ordered the broccoli which was a 10/10 per usual. One of our group has food allergies so they were able to make the broccoli without the fish oil which was so great! We also ordered a side of the fried potatoes, which came in a cast iron skillet. Omg they were amazing. 10/10. For entrees we decided to share the pork and also the pasta. The pork was incredibly tender and wonderful flavors. I’d say 9/10 because I wanted more of the sauce or pear flavor. The pasta was amazing. Really unique with the meyer lemon. The texture was so creamy that it almost felt like a gnocchi on the palette. We ordered a few mocktails: The east end 10/10 in taste. You don’t get much of the drink for what you pay so for that I’d say 7.5/10 overall. The other drink was another mocktail and I didn’t taste it but my husband said it was good and my son said it was “tingly.” The s’more’s are always fun. We got five of those. I’m a s’mores purist so I always just like plain old graham and chocolate, but this is fun for a nice change. I’d give them an 8/10 because the cinnamon on the cookie throws me off a bit. The highlight was the waitstaff. So so good. Attentive, knowledgeable, kind, and efficient. 15/10!!!More infoCampfirePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Carlsbad•4.7
- PPamSan Diego •55 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoOur party of nine dined for lunch in the middle room, next to the bar. Hardly any other diners were there so we had the room all to ourselves, which was wonderful. The wait staff was excellent—very accommodating and kind. Everyone was quite happy with their meals. Two of us had the hanger steak with a wedge salad. All of it tasted great. The steak was very tasty and cooked to perfection. A few had a hamburger. Again, delicious. Everyone liked the assortment ment of desserts we ordered. My only complain—$37 for salad and a very small steak is quite pricey.More infoEmber & RyePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Carlsbad•4.7
- JJUDYSan Diego •3 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoWe had trout and sea bass and both were excellent. Server was great and helpful. For our anniversary a free dessert was offered to share- we chose bread pudding and enjoyed every morsel! We went at 430 on a Monday and the restaurant was very quiet. It was a perfect anniversary meal. I think this will now be our "go to" restaurant!More infoKing's Fish House - CarlsbadPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Carlsbad•4.7
Discover best American restaurants in Carlsbad
Discover the vibrant American dining scene in Carlsbad, North San Diego, a hotspot for food enthusiasts seeking a diverse and fulfilling culinary experience. From classic American comfort foods to innovative seafood dishes, the restaurants in this area showcase a commitment to quality, freshness, and local sourcing. Diners can expect meticulously crafted dishes that celebrate the richness of American cuisine, all set against the scenic backdrop of San Diego's coastal charm. The region is known for its welcoming atmosphere and excellent service, making each dining experience truly memorable. Whether you're craving a hearty American steak, a sophisticated seafood platter, or a delightful dessert, Carlsadd's American restaurants offer something to satisfy every palate. Embrace the local food culture where culinary excellence meets the casual sophistication of Southern California dining. This is the perfect destination for food lovers looking to explore top-tier American cuisine in a beautiful setting.