Best Live Music Restaurants in Carlsbad

26 restaurants available nearby

1. Campfire

4.8

Exceptional(5271)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Carlsbad

Booked 76 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.

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2. Le Papagayo Encinitas

4.4

Awesome(2264)

Price: Moderate

• American • Encinitas

Booked 31 times today

Le Papagayo blends New American and Pacific Coast cuisine to create an amazing fine dining experience. The Chef and Myself combine the freshest of local ingredients and flavor to create a unique character for each meal created from scratch. Dining at Le Papagayo is a full experience that will delight all your senses. Amazing food and a warm and inviting dining room which looks like an art gallery are all part of the experience.We also offer a heated patio and unplugged live music every night.

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3. Canyons at The Crossings

4.5

Awesome(734)

Price: Moderate

• American • Carlsbad

Booked 8 times today

The Canyons Restaurant is located inside the clubhouse of The Crossings at Carlsbad Golf Course in North County San Diego, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean! With our unique culinary flare, stone clubhouse, vaulted ceilings, rustic feel, multiple patios, and private dining rooms, The Canyons is perfect for any occasion. We are located right next to Legoland and the Sheraton/Westin Carlsbad Resorts!*Please note that the Canyons Restaurant is open until 3pm daily and Player's Lounge is open after 3pm. Player's Lounge seating is outdoors with the exception of bar seating. There is heaters and fireplaces outside as well as a wind wall for guest comfort.

4. Haven

4.3

Awesome(157)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Encinitas

Booked 26 times today

Nestled in the hills of Leucadia, Fox Point Farms is home to Haven Farm + Table, a new Californian restaurant helmed by Chef de Cuisine Kelston Moore and General Manager and Wine Director Ricardo Zarate Jr. Haven features the bountiful produce of the three-acre regenerative farm located just steps away from the kitchen. Delight in innovative dishes such as the Jerk Pork Belly Mole while dining on the terrace overlooking our lush fields, or sip a cocktail designed by Phillip Laethem in the stately yet cozy dining room.

5. 20|TWENTY

4.1

Excellent(1160)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carlsbad

Booked 16 times today

Named for its picture-perfect views of the Pacific coastline, 20|TWENTY offers contemporary California cuisine that is globally inspired, yet locally sourced from within a 40-mile radius. At the helm of Chef Jason Luke, minimalistic dishes put fresh, seasonal ingredients at the forefront while maintaining flavorful profiles that embrace Southern California’s coastal palette. Do not miss our brunch on Sundays from 10AM - 2PM, bottomless mimosas $18!Complimentary Valet Parking

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6. Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana

4.8

Exceptional(1346)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Encinitas

Booked 28 times today

Vigilucci’s Trattoria Italiana features an exceptional menu of Italian favorites, certified prime steaks and the freshest seafood. Open for over two decades, 2019 marks the 25 year anniversary of Vigilucci’s Trattoria formerly located in Encinitas. Menu highlights include many of the company’s signature dishes, made from scratch pastas, salads, steaks, seafood, pizzas and calzones. Private dining space is available for large or small groups. Our casual yet sophisticated piano bar enhances the dining experience.For off-site events and parties contact Cater@Vigiluccis.comCatering to the most discerning palates for over 20 years,Vigilucci’s catering team can custom create a unique and memorable menu for celebrating life’s special occasions.

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7. Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara

4.8

Exceptional(1034)

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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8. Black Rail Kitchen + Bar

4.5

Awesome(309)

Price: Expensive

• American • Carlsbad

Booked 25 times today

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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9. Chandler's Oceanfront Dining- Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4.6

Exceptional(1497)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carlsbad

Booked 14 times today

Relish in coastal California cuisine handcrafted with a fresh and flavorful approach at our ocean view restaurant in Carlsbad, CA. Our menu continues to be reinvented with innovation and craft, but always with upscale ingredients to savor with every bite. Ocean views served complimentary. Discover this coastal and comfortable gem right here in North County San Diego.

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10. Seasons - Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara

4.6

Exceptional(586)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Carlsbad

Booked 18 times today

Seasons Restaurant at Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, nestled in Carlsbad, California, elevates the culinary landscape with an exquisite dining experience. With a focus on Modern American cuisine, it offers an array of dining options from breakfast to brunch to full-course dinners, catering to every palate. The talented chefs masterfully craft each dish using fresh, locally-sourced seasonal ingredients, ensuring an unforgettable feast for the senses. Enjoy a farm-to-table menu that changes with the seasons, ensuring fresh and innovative dishes every visit. With a captivating lounge and wine bar, this unique fine dining destination in North San Diego creates an ambiance of sophisticated elegance.

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NormVIP
San Diego •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It opened in August and we just discovered it. We loved the open design of the place. Savanah was our server and very attentive. The menu is fairly simple but sufficient in variety and they have many hearty dishes, all organic and well prepared. I have mixed feelings about writing a review since I hope it stays available to us on short notice, but I am sure it will become swamped over time.
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HavenPrice: Expensive• Californian• Encinitas
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4.3
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KikiVIP
San Diego •74 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food very good. Service kinda slow. Ate outside and froze.....heaters not so good. Sat near a speaker so could barely hear each other. We will go back when it's warmer!
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Le Papagayo EncinitasPrice: Moderate• American• Encinitas
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4.4
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Justin
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Overall good experience, food taste great. only a bit understaffed so it took some time to get our food. Service was fantastic otherwise.
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20|TWENTYPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carlsbad
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4.1
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Charis
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Most amazing birthday meal tonight. The server was so attentive and made sure we all knew how the menu worked and how to have the best experience. The broccoli was the number 1 at our table followed by the chicken dish and the market fish. The s’mores dessert was so fun and delicious as well! Everything 10/10, worth the wait for a reservation.
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CampfirePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Carlsbad
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4.8
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KENVIP
San Diego •33 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 20, 2024
Totally nice from hostess to service to food. And wonderful sunset to boot.
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Canyons at The CrossingsPrice: Moderate• American• Carlsbad
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4.5

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26 restaurants available nearby

1. Campfire

2. Le Papagayo Encinitas

3. Canyons at The Crossings

4. Haven

5. 20|TWENTY

6. Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana

7. Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara

8. Black Rail Kitchen + Bar

9. Chandler's Oceanfront Dining- Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

10. Seasons - Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara

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