Guidebook for Carlsbad

Laurie
Guidebook for Carlsbad

Arts & Culture

Fun and casual music venue to see local and famous talent--located in the Cedros “Design District” where you can browse a variety of cool shops
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Belly Up
143 S Cedros Ave
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Fun and casual music venue to see local and famous talent--located in the Cedros “Design District” where you can browse a variety of cool shops
Interesting, hands on, worth a few hours.
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Museum of Making Music
5790 Armada Dr
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Interesting, hands on, worth a few hours.
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Oceanside Museum of Art
704 Pier View Way
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Restaurants

Stop by for drinks and appetizers on the heated patio while watching the sun set over the ocean. Happy hour prices are great.
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Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse
3878 Carlsbad Blvd
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Stop by for drinks and appetizers on the heated patio while watching the sun set over the ocean. Happy hour prices are great.
Unique sushi with a modern vibe. One caveat, it get’s loud when crowded.
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Blue Ocean Robata & Sushi Bar
2958 Madison St
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Unique sushi with a modern vibe. One caveat, it get’s loud when crowded.
Outdoor restaurant right on the beach--
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Harbor Fish Cafe
3179 Carlsbad Blvd
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Outdoor restaurant right on the beach--
Crazy good food-- go! They don’t take reservations, so you might want to go early or on a week night as it gets busy.
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Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen
509 Mission Ave
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Crazy good food-- go! They don’t take reservations, so you might want to go early or on a week night as it gets busy.
Organic/healthy and delicious fare. Courtyard dining or inside​.
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Naked Cafe
300 Carlsbad Village Dr
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Organic/healthy and delicious fare. Courtyard dining or inside​.
Don’t miss having a breakfast here- excellent fare...nice patio and cool succulent wall
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Café Topes
3091 Roosevelt St
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Don’t miss having a breakfast here- excellent fare...nice patio and cool succulent wall
Good breakfast spot
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Daily News Cafe
3001 Carlsbad Blvd
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Good breakfast spot
If you love sushi-GO! The best poke bowls bar none, but go early, they open at 11:00, close at 1:00, and before that if they sell out (which they will)
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Yoshino
2913 State St
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If you love sushi-GO! The best poke bowls bar none, but go early, they open at 11:00, close at 1:00, and before that if they sell out (which they will)
Good breakfast spot on the main drag in the village
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Swami's Cafe Carlsbad
2780 Carlsbad Blvd
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Good breakfast spot on the main drag in the village
They have a large patio dining area with firepits, great coffee drinks and breakfast, right in the middle of the village
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Cafe Elysa
3076 Carlsbad Blvd
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They have a large patio dining area with firepits, great coffee drinks and breakfast, right in the middle of the village
Because we always want to know where the closest one is when traveling :)
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Starbucks
2924 Carlsbad Blvd
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Because we always want to know where the closest one is when traveling :)
Best breakfast.... weekend long waits (40 minutes) but worth it-- cool antique mall a block away to kill time Better on weekday mornings
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Beach Break Cafe
1802 S Coast Hwy
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Best breakfast.... weekend long waits (40 minutes) but worth it-- cool antique mall a block away to kill time Better on weekday mornings
Great, well-priced fresh fish to buy to cook AND they usually have 4 types that are sashimi grade too. Also dine in option for casual fish fare, clam chowder, etc.
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Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe
7110 Avenida Encinas
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Great, well-priced fresh fish to buy to cook AND they usually have 4 types that are sashimi grade too. Also dine in option for casual fish fare, clam chowder, etc.
Great sandwiches- try the Turkado with extra secret spread!
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Board & Brew - Carlsbad Village
201 Oak Ave
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Great sandwiches- try the Turkado with extra secret spread!
good italian fare
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Jay's Gourmet
2975 Carlsbad Boulevard
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good italian fare
YUM. Consistently, YUM! A local favorite
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Local Tap House
308 S Coast Hwy
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YUM. Consistently, YUM! A local favorite
Mexican street food at it's best...try the California Burrito!
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Raul's Mexican Food
490 S Coast Hwy 101
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Mexican street food at it's best...try the California Burrito!
GREAT local coffee spot for that non-Starbucks experience... seating outside overlooks the courtyard shopping below. Also have light fare. Amazing lox and bagel platter for $9.99 !
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Vinaka Cafe
300 Carlsbad Village Dr
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GREAT local coffee spot for that non-Starbucks experience... seating outside overlooks the courtyard shopping below. Also have light fare. Amazing lox and bagel platter for $9.99 !
Easy walk to great authentic mexican food- an "old Carlsbad" institution.
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Lola's 7 Up Market & Deli
3292 Roosevelt St
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Easy walk to great authentic mexican food- an "old Carlsbad" institution.
Excellent italian food in Carlsbad Village
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Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana
2943 State St
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Excellent italian food in Carlsbad Village
Not a big fan of the food, but have a Marguarita on their patio after a walk on the beach :)
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Norte Mexican Food
3003 Carlsbad Blvd
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Not a big fan of the food, but have a Marguarita on their patio after a walk on the beach :)
WE LOVE THIS PLACE for authentic, sit-down Mexican-- food is always flavorful, they have a really nice outdoor space with fountain. There is a wait on weekends.
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Casa De Bandini
1901 Calle Barcelona
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WE LOVE THIS PLACE for authentic, sit-down Mexican-- food is always flavorful, they have a really nice outdoor space with fountain. There is a wait on weekends.
A hidden gem- don't tell anyone!! Cozy spot with amazing small plates, sandwiches, etc. Owner is super sweet and knows a bunch about wine.
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The Miller's Table
514 S Coast Hwy
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A hidden gem- don't tell anyone!! Cozy spot with amazing small plates, sandwiches, etc. Owner is super sweet and knows a bunch about wine.
Best fish place in the Village- reasonable prices.
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Bluewater Grill
26700 Ynez Ct
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Best fish place in the Village- reasonable prices.
A must-try, everyone's favorite, "can't believe how fresh and good the burgers are for so cheap" place. Try the burger "animal style" (secret) or the animal fries (with fried onions and their secret sauce)
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In-N-Out Burger
5950 Avenida Encinas
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A must-try, everyone's favorite, "can't believe how fresh and good the burgers are for so cheap" place. Try the burger "animal style" (secret) or the animal fries (with fried onions and their secret sauce)
Local institution- great gooey pizza and craft beers.
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Pizza Port Carlsbad
571 Carlsbad Village Dr
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Local institution- great gooey pizza and craft beers.
Great breakfast spot if you like ENDLESS MEAT. Big John breakfast comes with eggs, etc and all u can eat sausage, bratwurst, bacon, etc.
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Tip Top Meats
6118 Paseo Del Norte
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Great breakfast spot if you like ENDLESS MEAT. Big John breakfast comes with eggs, etc and all u can eat sausage, bratwurst, bacon, etc.
Get a slice of delish pizza, a beer and their​ house salad which is amazing-- apples, gorgonzola​ (or feta) candied pecans, YUM.
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Best Pizza & Brew Oceanside
1639 S Coast Hwy
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Get a slice of delish pizza, a beer and their​ house salad which is amazing-- apples, gorgonzola​ (or feta) candied pecans, YUM.
Cheap Mediterranean​ eats, fresh and fast.
Luna Grill - El Camino Real
2501 El Camino Real
Cheap Mediterranean​ eats, fresh and fast.
Great coffee and fresh baked breakfast fare. YUM
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Petite Madeline Bakery
223 N Coast Hwy
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Great coffee and fresh baked breakfast fare. YUM
Strawberry shortcake, ice cream, pudding, smoothies.....
Strawberry Shack
2906 Carlsbad Blvd
Strawberry shortcake, ice cream, pudding, smoothies.....
Great pizza, beers, salads-a local favorite!
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The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza
1706 S Coast Hwy
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Great pizza, beers, salads-a local favorite!
Such good ice cream! Expect a line, but moves fast.
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Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream
2825 State St
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Such good ice cream! Expect a line, but moves fast.
Unique fare, simply delish.
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Dija Mara
232 S Coast Hwy
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Unique fare, simply delish.
One of the best restaurants in Carlsbad Village. Food is consistently yummy,
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Le Papagayo Carlsbad
660 Carlsbad Village Dr
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One of the best restaurants in Carlsbad Village. Food is consistently yummy,
One of the best spots for dinner in the Village. Reservations recommended.
Nick's on State
One of the best spots for dinner in the Village. Reservations recommended.

Everything Else

Ge your surf on-- just a few blocks away.
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塔马拉克海滩
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Ge your surf on-- just a few blocks away.
Only 45 minutes away, a scenic, relaxing day trip --beautiful beach town with many art galleries
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Laguna Beach
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Only 45 minutes away, a scenic, relaxing day trip --beautiful beach town with many art galleries
Always a fun day!
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
2300 Expedition Way
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Always a fun day!
Definitely go! Neighboring community with a different beachy hip vibe--Great place for shops, tons of awesome restaurants, hidden beaches-- where my kids grew up and ‘the coolest” according to them :)
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Encinitas
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Definitely go! Neighboring community with a different beachy hip vibe--Great place for shops, tons of awesome restaurants, hidden beaches-- where my kids grew up and ‘the coolest” according to them :)

Shopping

Every Wednesday from 3:00-7:00, fresh local produce and more, in the heart of Carlsbad Village
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State Street Farmers Market
2907 State St
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Every Wednesday from 3:00-7:00, fresh local produce and more, in the heart of Carlsbad Village
good produce, healthy food, gluten free selection, deli, etc.
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Sprouts Farmers Market
2618 El Camino Real
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good produce, healthy food, gluten free selection, deli, etc.
卡尔斯巴工厂直销中心
5620 Paseo Del Norte
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Lots of little boutiques for clothes, home goods, food, etc.
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卡尔斯巴德村
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Lots of little boutiques for clothes, home goods, food, etc.

Entertainment / Activities / Sightseeing

Must-visit for families with small children
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加利福尼亚乐高乐园
One Legoland Dr
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Must-visit for families with small children
world class zoo-- super fun day!
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圣地亚哥动物园
2920 Zoo Dr
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world class zoo-- super fun day!
A must see-- shop, eat and take in the break taking coastal views. Kayak thru the caves...
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拉霍亚海湾
1100 Coast Blvd
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A must see-- shop, eat and take in the break taking coastal views. Kayak thru the caves...
Fun for kids and adults!
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圣地亚哥海洋世界
500 Sea World Dr.
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Fun for kids and adults!
I may be prejudiced, but this is the prettiest lagoon in San Diego-- a great walking trail to the beach!
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Agua Hedionda Lagoon
Lagoon Place
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I may be prejudiced, but this is the prettiest lagoon in San Diego-- a great walking trail to the beach!
Great area to walk around, dine
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Oceanside Pier Bait Shop
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Great area to walk around, dine
You can walk here from the cottage-- rent paddle boards, jet skis, etc. Check Groupon for discounts!
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California Watersports
4215 Harrison St
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You can walk here from the cottage-- rent paddle boards, jet skis, etc. Check Groupon for discounts!
Beautiful coastline views, ritzy shops, great dining, seal island offshore
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拉霍亚海岸公园
8300 Camino Del Oro
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Beautiful coastline views, ritzy shops, great dining, seal island offshore
Another fun place to spend the day, beautiful beach park, great shops and dining
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Del Mar
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Another fun place to spend the day, beautiful beach park, great shops and dining
shops, restaurants, beach walk​, art museum, lots to see.
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Oceanside Pier Bait Shop
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shops, restaurants, beach walk​, art museum, lots to see.

Essentials

Walk or take one of our bikes to the store for groceries
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Vons
985 Tamarack Ave
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Walk or take one of our bikes to the store for groceries
Walkable for any drug store needs.
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Rite Aid
955 Tamarack Ave
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Walkable for any drug store needs.

Parks & Nature

Spectacular Spring stop! Vibrant Ranecula fields as far as the eye can see. Go on a tour or simply drive by and enjoy the view!
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The Flower Fields
5704 Paseo Del Norte
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Spectacular Spring stop! Vibrant Ranecula fields as far as the eye can see. Go on a tour or simply drive by and enjoy the view!
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海盗公园
1506 S Pacific St
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