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FOOD & BEVERAGE
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Casero
TAQUERÍA PG 15, 17, 19, 20
Casero, meaning homemade in Spanish, will have you traveling the coast on a journey from Baja to Carlsbad with flavors stemming from a unique twist on tradition. With our elevated experience, you will enjoy specialty craft cocktails, fine wines, tequilas, and beers. Pair these with some of our savory new tacos such as our Octopus, Oxtail, and Birria de Res, or with one of our more traditionally inspired tacos and plates. End your visit by satisfying your sweet cravings with our homemade desserts. With its beautiful taqueria inspired atmosphere in mind, Casero allows for the perfect indoor and outdoor dining experience, date night or event celebration.
Asian Food
Pho Oceanside
518 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside
760-754-2828
Pho Oceanside located in Oceanside, CA is a Vietnamese cafe with a comfortable atmosphere. Our menu offers 19 varieties of beef noodle soups along with many specialty rice dishes. Sit back, relax and enjoy a beer or glass of wine with your meal. Stop by for great food and friendly service.
Plumeria Vegetarian Encinitas
527 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas plumeriaon101.com
760-487-1488
Banquet Facility
Carlsbad Sheraton/Westin Resort
5420 Grand Pacific Dr, Carlsbad marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sanbs-sheratoncarlsbad-resort-and-spa
760-827-2400
At The Westin & Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa, choose from stunning event spaces with ocean views, natural light or intimate boardrooms for your next group event. Unmatched hospitality ensures your event is executed perfectly.
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
2100 Costa Del Mar Rd, Carlsbad omnihotels.com/hotels/san-diego-la-costa
760-438-9111
VG Donut & Bakery
106 Aberdeen Dr, Cardiff vgbakery.com
760-753-2400
Alocal favorite! VG Donut & Bakery is a full-service bakery located in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, specializing in the old-fashioned style of baking. Owned and operated by the Mettee family since 1969, VGs is now a thriving third-generation business. Best known for delicious donuts, VGs also offers cakes for all occasions, including weddings, and a large variety of pastries, cookies, bread, and desserts.
Petite Madeline Bakery
223 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside petitemadelinebakery.com
760-231-7300
The Leucadian Bar
1542 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas theleucadianbar.com
760-538-1954
Looking for a classic neighborhood bar with a great atmosphere? Check out The Leucadian Bar, established in 1954. With 14 TVs, pool, shuffleboard, darts, and more, it’s a perfect spot to catch any NHL, NBA, MLB, or NFL game. They also have happy hour Mon-Fri and FREE pool and shuffleboard on Tuesdays. With a back patio featuring food by Smoke & Salt, fire pits, outdoor TVs, and picnic tables, it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Polo Steakhouse
4980 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad polocarlsbad.com
760-930-9100
That Boy Good
326 N Horne St, Oceanside thatboygoodbbq.com
760-754-1275
That Boy Good keeps it simple— we got good BBQ. We offer pulled pork, baby back pork ribs, hickory smoked wings, Mesquite beef brisket, BBQ Cajun hotlinks, mac and cheese, collard greens, Mesquite smoked beans, cheddar cornbread and much more. Nothing beats barbecue!
Compadres Grilled Chicken
730 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos compadresgrilledchicken.com
760-746-0201
BREWERY/DISTILLERY
Pacific Coast Spirits & Kitchen
404 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside paccoastspirits.com
760-453-7150
We are an award-winning, handmade, small-batch craft distillery & restaurant in downtown Oceanside. You will only find organic, non-GMO or high-quality ingredients that are sourced from up and down the Pacific Coast Region. We do not buy and blend or chill filter our whiskey. At PCS we say “grain-to-glass” meaning every step of the distillation process is forged here & every raw ingredient is derived from the great bounty of the Pacific Coast.
Belching Beaver Pub
980 Park Center Dr, Vista pub980.belchingbeaver.com
760-599-5832
Breakfast
Broken Yolk Cafe
Multiple Locations thebrokenyolkcafe.com
760-943-8182
Wake up on the sunnyside at the Broken Yolk Cafe, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch to the North County community. Sip the day away with mimosas and Bloody Marys, and find a fresh take on your favorite brunch dishes, from stacks of pancakes and 6 kinds of Benedicts to spicy Chilaquiles and loaded burgers. Whatever you’re craving, you’ll find it at Broken Yolk Cafe.
Don’s Country Kitchen - Oceanside
1938 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside donscountrykitchen.com
760-722-7337
Burger
Encinitas Ale House
Multiple Locations encinitasalehouse.com
760-943-7180
Encinitas Ale House is a small, familyowned and operated pub, a local’s secret. Locally World Famous Burgers & Ales. Delicious meals made with homemade, fresh ingredients. An ever-expanding, extensive list of hundreds of rare beers from all over the world along with Pliny the Elder on tap each day! The most friendly staff and regulars that will make you feel right at home! A local gem that is truly not to miss.
The LAB Collaborative
201 N Cleveland St, Oceanside thelabcollaborative.com/the-lab-oceanside
442-266-2436
Chicken Wings
Zen Modern Asian Bistro
13510 Sabre Springs Pkwy, San Diego zenmodernasian.com
858-216-1068
Located in Carmel Mountain, Zen
Modern Asian Bistro is the cultivation of a family’s love for sharing their passion for cooking. Established in April 2016, Zen Modern Asian Bistro strives to bring innovative fusion foods alongside traditional Asian cuisine, especially authentic Taiwanese to bring the best of both worlds to your table.
The LAB Collaborative
201 N Cleveland St, Oceanside thelabcollaborative.com/the-lab-oceanside
442-266-2436
Cookies
Carlsbad Cookie Company carlsbadcookiecompany.com
760-824-3030
Carlsbad Cookie Company is a specialty bakery that embraces farm-to-bakery sourcing. We specialize in artisan shortbread cookies, made from scratch, 100% natural and contain only the finest local and sustainable ingredients. We offer unique flavor combinations in both sweet and savory. In addition, we also scratch-make allnatural, human-grade dog treats called “Heathie’s Treats,” named after our pooch Heath, A.K.A the love of our life!
Crumbl Cookies - Carlsbad
961 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad crumblcookies.com/cacarlsbad
760-607-6144
Coffee
Bound Coffee Company
2110 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside boundbycoffee.net
442-266-2259
We are Ryan & Maria, the people behind Bound Coffee Co. We are a husband and wife who met through coffee in 2016. Throughout the years of working in the industry, we fell in love with coffee and connecting with our community. Bound Coffee Co. was born to bring a new coffee and tea experience to everyone.
Vigilante Coffee
1575 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside vigilantecoffee.com 760-721-1101
Casero Taqueria
2674 Gateway Rd, Carlsbad caserotaqueria.com
760-405-4195
Casero Taqueria is inspired by simple, time tested recipes rooted in Mexican tradition. Casero, meaning homemade in Spanish, brings popular regional Mexican food to North County San Diego. The dining experience marries the sensation of a weekend in Baja with relaxed Southern California style.
Black Rail Kitchen + Bar
6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad blackrailkitchen.com
760-931-0020
Broad Street Dough Co
Multiple Locations broadstreetdoughco.com
760-704-8633
Broad Street Dough Co is a local family-owned donut shop that specializes in made-to-order donuts. Each donut is hand dipped and served fresh! The daily menu offers an expansive variety, including classic favorites, vegan and gluten-free, mini donuts, cronuts, and more. Broad Street accepts pre-orders for catering, custom donuts and holiday theme boxes. Check out Broad Street for all of your sweet treat needs.
VG Donut & Bakery
106 Aberdeen Dr, Cardiff vgbakery.com
760-753-2400
Frozen Treat
Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream
90 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas calicreamicecream.com
760-704-8316
It’s more than ice cream— it’s Cali Cream. Come taste the best homemade ice cream in North County! We have over 55 flavors, prepared fresh daily.
Fine Dining Restaurant
Pepper Tree Frosty
270 S Santa Fe Ave, Vista facebook.com/PepperTreeFrostyVista
760-726-0732
Polo Steakhouse
4980 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad polocarlsbad.com
760-930-9100
Welcome to Polo Steakhouse in beautiful Carlsbad, California. Our restaurant represents a new chapter in the iconic building’s history. Since its inception in 2005, West Steak & Seafood set the standard for high-end dining in coastal North County. Now under the leadership of local restauranteur Mayur Pavagadhi, Polo Steakhouse aims to build upon that legacy and introduce a fresh interpretation of an American Steakhouse.
Carlsbad Sheraton/Westin Resort
5420 Grand Pacific Dr, Carlsbad marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sanbs-sheraton-carlsbad-resort-and-spa
760-827-2400
Happy Hour
Carlsbad Sheraton/Westin Resort
5420 Grand Pacific Dr, Carlsbad marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sanbs-sheratoncarlsbad-resort-and-spa
760-827-2400
Transition from afternoon to evening while enjoying any of our daily specials at the bar, or take your Happy Hour outdoors for exceptional sunset views and cozy chats by the fireplace.
20|Twenty is Carlsbad’s go-to meetup spot for weekday drinks on special in an open-air seaside environment. Enjoy our Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 4 pm-6 pm.
Polo Steakhouse
4980 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad polocarlsbad.com
760-930-9100
Italian Restaurant
Leucadia Pizza Encinitas
315 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas leucadiapizza.com
760-942-2222
“ We’re More Than Just Great Pizza!” By now everyone must know about our Specialty Pastas, Salads, Desserts, Garlic Bread and Chocolate Chip Cookies. We just want to remind everyone that our 2 dine-in locations are set up for large family get-together and buffet-style events. Give us a call, we will quickly and easily put together a successful, and effortless event, for you and your guests to enjoy the best Italian food in North County San Diego.
Cicciotti’s Trattoria Italiana & Seafood
595 Grand Ave, Carlsbad cicciottis.com
760-994-0553
Mexican Restaurant
Raul’s Shack Mexican Food
490 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas raulsshack.com
760-436-8589
Located at 490 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA. We offer a wide array of fresh food: breakfast burritos, huevos con chorizo, carne asada, bean and cheese burrito, chicken flautas, beef taquitos, cheese enchiladas, and veggie crispy tacos. We use the freshest ingredients in preparing our food to provide the best quality and taste. Try our delicious food today!
Lunch Spot
Lola’s Deli
3292 Roosevelt St, Carlsbad clover.com/online-ordering/lolas
760-434-2191
Raul’s Shack Mexican Food
490 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas raulsshack.com
760-436-8589
Located at 490 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA. We offer a wide array of fresh food: breakfast burritos, huevos con chorizo, carne asada, bean and cheese burrito, chicken flautas, beef taquitos, cheese enchiladas, and veggie crispy tacos. We use the freshest ingredients in preparing our food to provide the best quality and taste. Try our delicious food today!
Prontos’ Gourmet Market
2812 Roosevelt St, Carlsbad prontosmarket.com
760-434-2644
Outdoor Dining
Casero Taqueria
2674 Gateway Rd, Carlsbad caserotaqueria.com
760-405-4195
Casero Taqueria is inspired by simple, time tested recipes rooted in Mexican tradition. Casero, meaning homemade in Spanish, brings popular regional Mexican food to North County San Diego. The dining experience marries the sensation of a weekend in Baja with relaxed Southern California style.
Black Rail Kitchen + Bar
6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad blackrailkitchen.com
760-931-0020
Leucadia Pizza Encinitas
315 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas leucadiapizza.com
760-942-2222
Our pizzas are prepared, baked, and served with a great amount of pride. Your votes mean the world to everyone involved in creating a memorable dining experience. We are happy, proud, honored, and blessed to be able to serve the community. Thank you for the recognition as Best Pizza. If you haven’t already, try our rosemary potato chicken pizza or pear-gorgonzola-arugula pizza for the win. At Leucadia Pizza, “We’re More Than Just Great Pizza!”
That Pizza Place - Carlsbad
2622 El Camino Real, Carlsbad thatpizzaplacecarlsbad.com
760-434-3171
Salad
Prontos’ Gourmet Market
2812 Roosevelt St, Carlsbad prontosmarket.com
760-434-2644
Prontos Gourmet Market and Eatery offers fresh food, sandwiches, pasta, salads, and pastries. Whether inside, on our outdoor patio or to-go, we have something for everyone. Come check out our wine and local coffee selections as well!
Leucadia Pizza Encinitas
315 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas leucadiapizza.com
760-942-2222
Rolled Taco
Raul’s Shack Mexican Food
490 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas raulsshack.com
760-436-8589
Located at 490 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA. We offer a wide array of fresh food: breakfast burritos, huevos con chorizo, carne asada, bean and cheese burrito, chicken flautas, beef taquitos, cheese enchiladas, and veggie crispy tacos. We use the freshest ingredients in preparing our food to provide the best quality and taste. Try our delicious food today!
Señor Grubby’s Multiple Locations eatgrubbys.com/carlsbad-location
760-729-6040
Sandwiches
Prontos’ Gourmet Market
2812 Roosevelt St, Carlsbad prontosmarket.com
760-434-2644
Prontos Gourmet Market and Eatery offers fresh food, sandwiches, pasta, salads, and pastries. Whether inside, on our outdoor patio or to go, we have something for everyone. Come check out our wine and local coffee selections as well!
Mendocino Farms
Multiple Locations mendocinofarms.com
760-274-1192
Seafood Restaurant
Bluewater Grill
417 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad bluewatergrill.com/locations/carlsbad
760-730-3474
Bluewater Grill was established in Newport Beach in 1996 by partners Rick Staunton and Jim Ulcickas. We have since grown into a family of seafood restaurants, located in resort communities, committed to serving guests pristine seafood, sustainably caught, and prepared classically or with a modern twist. Our mission is to serve great food in a casual, relaxed environment by friendly and knowledgeable people at a fair price.
Grubby’s Poke & Fish Market
2501 El Camino Real, Carlsbad grubbyspoke.com
760-828-9074
Steakhouse
Polo Steakhouse
4980 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad polocarlsbad.com
760-930-9100
Welcome to Polo Steakhouse in beautiful Carlsbad, California. Our restaurant represents a new chapter in the iconic building’s history. Since its inception in 2005, West Steak & Seafood set the standard for high-end dining in coastal North County. Now under the leadership of local restauranteur Mayur Pavagadhi, Polo Steakhouse aims to build upon that legacy and introduce a fresh interpretation of an American Steakhouse.
Chart House
2588 S Coast Hwy 101, Cardiff chart-house.com/location/chart-house-cardiff-ca
760-436-4044
Specialty Cocktails
Casero Taqueria
2674 Gateway Rd, Carlsbad caserotaqueria.com
760-405-4195
Casero Taqueria is inspired by simple, time tested recipes rooted in Mexican tradition. Casero, meaning homemade in Spanish, brings popular regional Mexican food to North County San Diego. The dining experience marries the sensation of a weekend in Baja with relaxed Southern California style.
Black Rail Kitchen + Bar
6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad blackrailkitchen.com
760-931-0020
SUSHI/JAPANESE FOOD
Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub
1815 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside seabasstropub.com
760-271-0531
Founded in 2013 by Davin and Jessica Waite, Wrench & Rodent is a space for culinary exploration and collaboration. This cozy, eclectic restaurant quickly became a destination for those who appreciated Chef Davin’s creative approach to celebrating local and responsibly sourced fish and produce. In addition to a set sushi menu, Wrench offers an omakase as well as a list of specials that change daily.
Harney Oceanside & Lounge
301 Mission Ave, Oceanside harneyoceanside.com
760-967-1820
Raul’s Shack Mexican Food
490 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas raulsshack.com
760-436-8589
Located at 490 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA. We offer a wide array of fresh food: breakfast burritos, huevos con chorizo, carne asada, bean and cheese burrito, chicken flautas, beef taquitos, cheese enchiladas, and veggie crispy tacos. We use the freshest ingredients in preparing our food to provide the best quality and taste. Try our delicious food today!
Casero Taqueria
2674 Gateway Rd, Carlsbad caserotaqueria.com
760-405-4195
Bar
La Costa Wine Company
7750 El Camino Real, Carlsbad lacostawineco.com/store
760-431-8455
In the community... A part of the community. Locally owned and operated, we strive to be a part of this community we call home. We strive to be your wine, beer and cheese personal concierge. Our team is made up of a passionate group of wine lovers who feel that discovering and drinking good wine should be both easy and compelling, without any sense of intimidation or pretension. Above all, drinking good wine should be inspiring and fun!
Witch Creek Winery
2906 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad witchcreekwinery.com
760-720-7499
Lakehouse Hotel and Resort
1025 La Bonita Dr, San Marcos lakehousehotelandresort.com
760-744-0120
Alocal oasis. A quiet mountain valley. An outdoor escape from life’s daily stressors. Lakehouse Resort offers elevated, lakeside adventures right here in North County San Diego. With rooms, suites, boat rentals, two golf courses, and multiple restaurants, there’s more fun to discover on the shores of Lake San Marcos.
Cococabana
408 Pier View Way, Oceanside cococabanaoside.com
760-688-0195
Wine Selection
La Costa Wine Company
7750 El Camino Real, Carlsbad lacostawineco.com/store
760-431-8455
In the community... A part of the community. Locally owned and operated, we strive to be a part of this community we call home. We strive to be your wine, beer and cheese personal concierge. Our team is made up of a passionate group of wine lovers who feel that discovering and drinking good wine should be both easy and compelling, without any sense of intimidation or pretension. Above all, drinking good wine should be inspiring and fun!
Polo Steakhouse
4980 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad polocarlsbad.com
760-930-9100
Witch Creek Winery
2906 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad witchcreekwinery.com
760-720-7499
Witch Creek Winery is San Diego’s oldest urban winery originally founded in 1993 in the hills of Ramona and relocated to Carlsbad Village in 1996. We specialize in making easy-drinking, consumer-friendly wines. Not just a winery, also shop unique antiques, listen to live music and live entertainment, Wi-Fi, and also home of Sleeping Tiger Coffees. A fun, comfortable, welcoming feel for everyone. Ask about our amazing cellar club and the benefits.
Solterra Winery & Kitchen
934 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas solterrawinery.com
760-230-2970
