We've tried a lot of spots around Oceanside, but Local Tap House has become one of our go-tos. The…read morefood and drinks never miss and the atmosphere is always a good time. Big shoutout to Ashley she's honestly the reason we keep coming back. She's super personable, quick with everything, and just makes the whole experience better. It's one of those places where great service actually stands out, and she nails it every time. Definitely recommend asking for her if you go.

Love coming here for If you're heading to Local Tap House, ask for Ashley she seriously made our…read morewhole experience. She's super attentive without being overbearing, knows the menu really well, and gave great recommendations for both drinks and food. You can tell she actually cares that people are having a good time, not just going through the motions. Our table never had to ask for anything twice, and she kept everything moving smoothly even when it got busy. It's rare to get service that feels this genuine and easy. Definitely made us want to come back. Ashley is the kind of server every restaurant hopes to have

We loved our dinner here! I was a bit skeptical since it is a restaurant inside a hotel, but we…read morehad a wonderful time. Located in the SeaBird Resort in downtown Oceanside right across from the beach, Piper has that classy beachside aesthetic with light grey and sand wood colors. They have a nice outside area for drinks and lounging, but we ate inside. We had a reservation for a Saturday evening and when we arrived, we were sat right away. Our party of 4 started off with the Prager Bros bread & whipped butter with sea salt and the Grilled Peaches appetizer. The grilled peaches came with burrata cheese and I really liked the two flavors and consistencies together. A friend got the lobster & coconut soup, whipped smoked eggplant, and I had the house-made spaghetti and meatball. It was a beef meatball My other friend got the Steak frites which was grilled prime NY Steak with bone marrow, chimichurri and of course french fries. Also good.

We had a large group for dinner of 11 people and this restaurant really did not deliver in terms of…read moreservice. We had to ask to even order entrees. The restaurant was not very busy as I saw some open tables. Our waiter really was the worst. He seemed inattentive and then borderline rude when we asked to order. We sat down and got our food 2 hours later. Then we sat around for another hour waiting for our dessert/coffees and finally the check. A total time of 3 hours for dinner and the restaurant itself was flashing lights to indicate it was closing. You would think that would mean they hurried to get us settled out. Nope, the employees were just talking to each other and starting to close down...and apparently forgot about us. Some of our party started to leave because it was way too long to wait. The food was overall fine. Some plates were good and some were lackluster. The decor was sophisticated and obviously going for an upscale vibe. The bill finally came after we asked multiple times and it totaled over $1,000 and it really was dissatisfying. I would recommend everyone take their business elsewhere. There are better spots to blow some cash.

Two weeks later and I'm still thinking about this spot…read more Pulled up to The Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen on a perfect California spring Friday night, and it delivered across the board. The beer and drink selection alone is worth the visit--tons of options whether you're keeping it casual or trying something new. Food-wise... the Bacon Mac N Cheese was next level. Rich, flavorful, and exactly what you want it to be. My buddy (who was literally about to move out of town) went with the burger--and let's just say he picked the right "last meal" in Oceanside. What really stood out though was the service. Top of the line from start to finish. Big shoutout to Mitch--young guy, super personable, clearly takes pride in what he does. He was everywhere in the best way, checking in on tables, making people feel taken care of. Honestly, the way he moves, he should be serving--he's got that natural touch. Great food, great drinks, great people. One of those nights that just hits right. I'll definitely be back.

Everything on the menu sounds amazing, unfortunately what we chose was just ok…read more The service was very slow and the seating was challenging for my 8 year old... low with random cushions the kept slipping. We moved chairs around and grabbed blankets and got it worked out without any help from staff. Porkbelly appetizer was overcooked and lacked anything special that made it memorable. The pork chop was also overcooked and the grits were very thick.. cheesy but not creamy. The short ribs were dry.... Strange for braised meat and not enough sauce. The sauce was really good as were the mashed potatoes and carrots. The burger was excellent. Really juicy with a great bun. The atmosphere is very cool and inviting. I would return for burgers and to try the fried chicken. It looked awesome coming out of the kitchen. The burger was excellent.

Came here with a large group, for a friends birthday, and had an amazing time! Matthew, who was our…read moreserver, and bartender, was the absolute best, sharing about the history of the place and was so fun and patient with our talkative group. We got starter dishes to share and drinks all around and I was pleasantly surprised by everything. My favorite drink was the Mary Shelly but if you're looking for a savory/unique drink, get that Ema Saiko, I've never had anything like it. 3 food items that I WILL be coming back for: Tuna Carpaccio was truly just perfect. Laffa and Tahini, for the buttery bread. And as someone who has notoriously never like cheesecake, the Basque Cheesecake has made me a hypocrite because it was absolutely INCREDIBLE. I know that the food is a little pricey but this really is one of those restaurants where it is absolutely worth it.

We wanted to make a holiday reservation but learned The Victorian closed…read more The Pour House owned it but it seems like they 'poured' money into months of planning, and architectural renovations, only for it to close due to a celebrity chef with a bad attitude, and a limited menu with high prices. It's a shame that it was a waste.

Went here yesterday for a late lunch. They have a rooftop seating option that was perfect since the…read moreweather was so nice. It has a great view of the city! We got the Prosciutto and Arugula flatbread, which was very thin and crispy. The truffle fries were really good and we had them with their chipotle aioli. We also both got raspberry lemonades which were very sweet and refreshing. The coconut shrimp was really really good. My boyfriend was obsessed. I don't often love any kind of fried or battered shrimp but these were so good. I definitely want to come back!

This Finney's is not quite up to snuff compared to the Finney's in Orange…read more Triple Smash Burger had good flavor. Fried pickles were lacking in flavor. Others in our party said the tater tots and the Finney burger had a weird taste to it (and they frequent the one by Chapman College). Service was somehow fairly fast but unattentive. I wouldn't come back to this location when eating in Oceanside. Other better restaurants here.

I've been coming here for years to celebrate anniversaries, birthdays, and even just the end of a…read morelong work week--and it never disappoints. On this last visit, we had the chance to meet the owner and chef, and they, along with the entire staff, were incredibly kind and attentive. It was my first time dining at the bar counter, and the experience was just as lovely as ever. We ordered some of our go-to favorites, but also tried a few new dishes like the beef tartare, which was fantastic. The chef's special with green mussels and spicy coconut curry both looked amazing and tasted even better. We finished with a dessert that was light and perfectly balanced between tart and sweet. As always, an incredible experience--we'll definitely be back again soon.

Dija Mara is a trendy Indonesian restaurant in downtown Oceanside with a warm, well-designed…read moreinterior and friendly service. Nearly everything we tried was bursting with flavor, well-deserving of the Michelin Bib Gourmand designation the restaurant has earned the past five years. The food is served family style, and the cocktail menu is unique. Conveniently, there is also a good amount of street parking around the restaurant, even on bustling weekends. To start, I had the black rose, an agave wine cocktail with black sesame, rose orgeat, and egg white. I'm not sure the blend of flavors worked, but it was certainly unique. We also tried the gypsy king (their version of a spicy margarita) and the pandan, lime, and coconut mocktail, both of which were decent. For the small plates, we agreed that the charred eggplant and sea bream ceviche were stellar. The sambal shined with the eggplant, and the cassava chips paired perfectly with the makrut lime and coconut cream in the ceviche. The roti was just alright - nothing to write home about. The pork belly skewers were juicy and well-flavored, although we had finished all our small and large plates by the time the skewers came out (we had to ask about them - the waiters/kitchen likely forgot about our skewers, as multiple tables seated after us received theirs before we did). The ayam penyet, nasi goreng, and beef rendang were delicious and well thought-out dishes. We agreed that while the menu is heavily Indonesian-inspired and the food features the flavors of Southeast Asia, the dishes are quite Americanized. Dija Mara shines in presenting a typically uncommon cuisine in the U.S. in an easily accessible manner, which is laudable. Would recommend everyone try at least once.

Food was exceptional!…read more The staff makes sure you have a womderful.experience. The hostesses were accommodating. Sean, out server was top notch! Thank you Wildland for a great dining experience

All the rave on IG but does not live up to the hype. Cocktails were underwhelming - no different…read morethan any other so so restaurant. Bread arrived warm on the outside and cold on the inside. For a spot that is also a bakery it was quite disappointing that we would have bread out of the fridge or freezer. They replaced it but it wasn't much better. The grilled cabbage appetizer that was supposedly a hot item was bland without much flavor and had piles of Parmesan on top to cover up the blandness? It would have benefited from a more complex flavor profile. The salmon was over salted and terribly over cooked. Also worth mentioning it was a super small filet for $39. The pea pesto was tasty but needed to be more creamy. For this price point I expected more than just a small salad plate that didn't have anything more than the filet and pesto. The sausage pasta only had a little heat going for it - any other seasoning was unnoticeable and nothing more than what I can do in my own kitchen and could even do better. This place does not compare to its sister restaurants (Campfire and Jeune et Jolie). Definitely not worth the price point and a huge disappointment. Would have much rather spent my money at a hole in the wall that served complex flavors and undeniably satiating dishes.

I've been coming here since it opened and it never disappoints! The wait staff is friendly and they…read morereally hustle here. I've had many things on the menu here and have enjoyed them all! The Mediterranean Egg White Omelette is one of my favorites. It has olives and feta cheese with quinoa, mushrooms, and pine nuts stuffed inside. Delicious! It's open air seating and dogs are allowed. They even have a dog menu. My dog loves it here too! Definitely one of the best breakfast restaurants in Carlsbad! Worth the wait to be seated.

One of my favorite locations for brunch or just grabbing coffee to go while in the village. Their…read morealmond joy coffee brings me back every time. Tastes like heaven! Love the balance of not too sweet as in it's sweet enough but doesn't overpower the actual flavor of coffee. It does not matter what food you order off their menu, it will be delicious! I've ordered something different each time and always love it. Sometimes I've been a bit skeptical but I've fully learned to trust in their menu. They know what they are doing. I recently had their chicken, pistachio pesto, & burrata sandwich and it was a fantastic combo of flavor. Every bite was delicious and blended perfectly. I also love their salmon eggs benedict, maple fried chicken breakfast sandwich, cornmeal pancakes, mango pancakes, and Tahitian vanilla French toast. As I said earlier you cannot go wrong with any option on their menu. Just a tip, but I do suggest joining the waitlist early because this place gets packed quickly!

I had an amazing lunch today at 333 the very well known restaurant in downtown Oceanside…read more I absolutely love this restaurant The atmosphere is super friendly and relaxing The view of the ocean is calming The food is presented beautifully and delicious And the service is beyond fantastic The waitstaff was so kind and polite I personally would like to thank Ms. Eran And Ms. Savanna I enjoyed my lunch very much Thank you ladies and Thanks you the hospitality staff

333 Pacific was a solid four stars for me. While there were some things they excelled at, there…read morewere a few disappointments that detracted from the overall experience. One thing that was really stellar about 333 Pacific was we made reservations for their first time slot of the day at noon, and despite arriving about 12 minutes early before opening, we were still able to be seated. We drove nearly an hour to get here and it was pretty windy outside, so we appreciated the opportunity to be out of the elements. Our waitress was very nice and throughout our meal multiple staff assisted. No one ever missed a beat. They were all very pleasant and worked well together. You could tell the morale here is very high! We stared out with the calamari, which was- easily a 5 star dish! It was fried to perfection and the melange of sauces drizzled on top were *chefs kiss* excellent! Before our entree arrived they also brought out some piping hot Rosemary Bread Rolls along with some Maple Butter. I thought it was pretty good, but I wish the presence of the rosemary was dialed back so I could taste more of the Maple Butter. For an entree I had the Ahi Tuna Burger lunch special with fries. The seared Ahi Tuna was great and there was a very generous portion served on the burger. The Brioche bun was not very good though, and I feel the shallots on the burger were a bit overwhelming. The fries with the dish were good, but pretty standard fare. I would've preferred the option of a small green salad instead of fries if it was available. My husband ordered the Cioppino. I tried it and it was delicious- another 5 star dish! It had a very deep flavor and lots of seafood. A lot of work to get to some of the seafood, but well worth the effort. The main miss of the meal was my husband ordered a Dr. Pepper and it was flat. He let the waitress know and she went to another station to get a fresh one, and it too, was on the flat side. By this point, my husband just wanted water since the carbonation wasn't up to par. The waitress did a great job and really tried to fix the situation, but the carbonation just wasn't working. I had a Strawberry Lemonade which was fine, but could've used a little oomph for the $8 price tag. Another miss was the terrible smell in the women's restroom. It was either dry drain or some other plumbing issue, but it was pretty bad. Hopefully it gets fixed soon. Overall, we did have a nice lunch here with a great view of the beach. The things that were amiss can easily be fixed, so I'm sure they are not permanent issues. Glad to have dined here, the staff really elevated the experience and made us feel very welcomed.

I have been here a few times. They have a great happy hour every day from 4-6 if you seat outside…read more That is key. Half off all cocktails and a pretty good happy hour food. We have tried almost everything. I have not been disappointed yet. They have live music at times. The service as pretty great. They are attentive and almost check up on you. We walk here many times that my dog know his way here.

I have been wanting to try this place for a long time. We finally came here with a group to…read morecelebrate a birthday. Unfortunately, it was a disappointment all the way around. The service was odd. The guy would come and take drink orders for half our group disappear for no reason and then come back for the last few people. He did the same thing with the food ordering. We kept thinking he forgot the extra people. This could be overlooked if the food was good. However, the most disappointing thing was the food. We paid $32 for ribeye and mashed potatoes and it came out with a 1/4 inch thick steak that was more like carne asada. The shrimp and grits were meh. Brussel sprouts meh again. Tijuana caesar salad was ok. Pretty sure we won't be back. It was that bad.