Guidebook for Carlsbad

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Guidebook for Carlsbad

Food Scene

This is THE quintessential 70's SoCal beach cafe! All open air with simple outdoor seating right across from a small sand beach filled with a mix of surfers, families and beach lovers. Just sitting here for an hour and hanging out evokes the Old California beach vibe largely lost but still found in little gems like this place...enJoy!
43 habitants recommandent
Buccaneer Cafe
1508 S Pacific St
43 habitants recommandent
This is THE quintessential 70's SoCal beach cafe! All open air with simple outdoor seating right across from a small sand beach filled with a mix of surfers, families and beach lovers. Just sitting here for an hour and hanging out evokes the Old California beach vibe largely lost but still found in little gems like this place...enJoy!
Lola's serves the best Comida Mejicana in San Diego. The place is centered in Carlsbad's historic Barrio "Mexican town", developed since the 1900's next to the Village of Carlsbad.
9 habitants recommandent
Lola's 7 Up Market & Deli
3292 Roosevelt St
9 habitants recommandent
Lola's serves the best Comida Mejicana in San Diego. The place is centered in Carlsbad's historic Barrio "Mexican town", developed since the 1900's next to the Village of Carlsbad.
This is a jewel of a neighborhood coffee shop! Some unique offerings with a slightly different flair. Tammy and Ro make it a point to say hello. It’s great having a small local shop that cares. Mahalo & enJoy!
Kona Hut Coffee House
1940 South Freeman Street
This is a jewel of a neighborhood coffee shop! Some unique offerings with a slightly different flair. Tammy and Ro make it a point to say hello. It’s great having a small local shop that cares. Mahalo & enJoy!
The decor and feel inside is welcoming and modern. The staff is all so friendly & attentive. Also the chefs and quality of the fish of the food here is what keeps this place popular on most days.
12 habitants recommandent
Mikko Sushi
1025 Carlsbad Village Dr
12 habitants recommandent
The decor and feel inside is welcoming and modern. The staff is all so friendly & attentive. Also the chefs and quality of the fish of the food here is what keeps this place popular on most days.
The best French Bakery in the area with breakfast & lunch since 1998. Offering sweet/savory crêpes & panini, plus espresso, macaroons & cakes.
10 habitants recommandent
Carlsbad Parks Department
1166 Carlsbad Village Dr
10 habitants recommandent
The best French Bakery in the area with breakfast & lunch since 1998. Offering sweet/savory crêpes & panini, plus espresso, macaroons & cakes.
30 year old standby for Mexican cuisine with a signature grilled chicken dish plus much more. Great fast casual place to grab a bite to eat with the family. The outside fire pits are very relaxing.
15 habitants recommandent
Pollos Maria
3055 Harding St
15 habitants recommandent
30 year old standby for Mexican cuisine with a signature grilled chicken dish plus much more. Great fast casual place to grab a bite to eat with the family. The outside fire pits are very relaxing.

Essentials

Definitely a hidden gem. Service is nice and they carry local items. Store is small but well stocked and prices range from fair to pricey, but given that it is small organic, local health food store they have to charge a bit more. Great little gem. Prices are still affordable for organic, healthy food.
42 habitants recommandent
Cream of the Crop
2009 S Coast Hwy
42 habitants recommandent
Definitely a hidden gem. Service is nice and they carry local items. Store is small but well stocked and prices range from fair to pricey, but given that it is small organic, local health food store they have to charge a bit more. Great little gem. Prices are still affordable for organic, healthy food.

Parks & Nature

Buena Vista became California's first ecological reserve in 1969. The lagoon offers sanctuary to many species. It is located on the annual migration route known as the Pacific Flyway, and millions of birds pass through during migrations. More than 100 bird species, 18 mammals, and 14 amphibians and reptiles live in and around the lagoon. More than 230 types of birds have been spotted there, including the California Quail, Vermillion Flycatcher and the Great Blue Heron. The lagoon may be viewed from the tranquility of Maxton Brown Park on Laguna Avenue and State Street, the Ecological Wildlife Viewing Area on Jefferson Street and Marron Road, or the Buena Vista Audubon Society.
10 habitants recommandent
Buena Vista Lagoon
10 habitants recommandent
Buena Vista became California's first ecological reserve in 1969. The lagoon offers sanctuary to many species. It is located on the annual migration route known as the Pacific Flyway, and millions of birds pass through during migrations. More than 100 bird species, 18 mammals, and 14 amphibians and reptiles live in and around the lagoon. More than 230 types of birds have been spotted there, including the California Quail, Vermillion Flycatcher and the Great Blue Heron. The lagoon may be viewed from the tranquility of Maxton Brown Park on Laguna Avenue and State Street, the Ecological Wildlife Viewing Area on Jefferson Street and Marron Road, or the Buena Vista Audubon Society.

Getting Around

10-15 trains daily will take you anywhere from San Diego/Mexico up to OC, LA & even Santa Barbara! The train ride up or down the coast from here is breathtaking...
43 habitants recommandent
Carlsbad Village Station
2775 State St
43 habitants recommandent
10-15 trains daily will take you anywhere from San Diego/Mexico up to OC, LA & even Santa Barbara! The train ride up or down the coast from here is breathtaking...

Drinks & Nightlife

Nice place with outdoor seating and fine cocktails in South OSide! Located inside is Mason Ale works which they brew their own beers and have a 100+ whiskey collection. Lots of stuff going on. and everything is good. Cool Place!
39 habitants recommandent
Urge Gastropub and Whiskey Bank
2002 South Coast Highway
39 habitants recommandent
Nice place with outdoor seating and fine cocktails in South OSide! Located inside is Mason Ale works which they brew their own beers and have a 100+ whiskey collection. Lots of stuff going on. and everything is good. Cool Place!
Authentic Irish pub and restaurant with live music nightly. With wood and brick interior, large fireplace and indoor/outdoor seating taking you back to Ireland. The service is normally quick and friendly with good food & drinks in a lively atmosphere
21 habitants recommandent
O'Sullivan's Irish Pub & Restaurant
640 Grand Avenue
21 habitants recommandent
Authentic Irish pub and restaurant with live music nightly. With wood and brick interior, large fireplace and indoor/outdoor seating taking you back to Ireland. The service is normally quick and friendly with good food & drinks in a lively atmosphere