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Chandler's Oceanfront Dining

3.5 (981 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Gertrude W.

What a beautiful place to enjoy lunch! The three of us sat and looked out into the beautiful ocean. We had amazing customer service. The food was delicious and very fresh. The prices were reasonable. They even give you two hours of free self parking if you are not a hotel guest. It was just such a quiet and safe and peaceful experience. Next time I come back I will definitely stay at this hotel.

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Alan B.

Chandler's Oceanfront Dining came up in my Yelp search for a dog-friendly lunch spot in Carlsbad with a nice view. There was just one problem: a really bad review from seven years ago. And who wrote that cranky review? Me. Still, seven years is a long time, and they have a beautiful patio with a great ocean view, so I decided to give it another try. I'm glad I did. Service may have been painfully slow on my last visit, but this time our service was provided by Nathan and Eric, who were excellent. We ordered: * Chuck Brisket Cheeseburger (medium rare) - Smoked cheddar, beefsteak tomato, shredded iceberg lettuce, grilled onions, chipotle aioli. With French Fries. $25 * Baby Wedge Salad - Smoked Nueske bacon, heirloom tomatoes, blue cheese crumble, house ranch, Everything Bagel sprinkles, house ranch dressing, fresh dill. $17 * Iced Tea. $4 Our food arrived in about 15 minutes. The cheeseburger was cooked perfectly medium rare, and the fries were piping hot and tasty. The Baby Wedge Salad was good, though the dressing and blue cheese crumble were mild, so it didn't deliver the bold blue cheese flavor I expect from a great wedge salad. And our dog liked and appreciated the bowl of water she was served! A solid four stars for this visit.

Beets & Burrata

I have eaten here several times with friends. The atmosphere is relaxing and the service is attentive. I had the best sakad this time with salmon. The best salad was chilled which was nuceveity the warm salmon made a nice combination. The first bread I had just time had a nice crunchy bottom. Parkingbus easy and validated if you eat at the restaurant or utilize the spa services

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Dan E.

Chandler's Oceanfront Dining is such a beautiful restaurant conjoined with Hilton's Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach Resort! This award-winning establishment features California Coastal Cuisine with menus that continue to evolve with innovation and craft. Stunning Pacific Ocean views are all around coupled with very professional, top-shelf service. Everyone we encountered were so genuine, thoughtful, and friendly. They really did a great job recognizing my recent birthday in an elegant and dignified fashion. We stayed at the resort for a couple of nights and the standout for me was their outdoor seating and firepits. The vibe is decidedly comfortable and welcoming. Their bar features an impressive menu of craft cocktails that we enjoyed. Particularly the "Cocoa Trace". For brunch I ordered the Chef's Omelet. When it was served, I noticed the eggs were more brown than yellow, but the delicious array of fillings made up for that. Particularly the generous amount of smoked ham and baby peppers. My wife ordered the Classic Benedict. Unfortunately, the whites were quite loose and far from set. The staff were very accommodating in a quick replacement with a croissant breakfast sandwich that was very tasty. I would not hesitate to dine here again, although your mileage may vary with the eggs...

Ocean view from the terrace and my salmon dish !
Raquelina M.

Great food nice service and beautiful beach trail !! Terrace dining and also indoor with alive relax music

Smoked Salmon & Egg Pizza
Leo P.

While staying at the hotel, we had breakfast here and it did not disappoint. We had the crab cake Benedict and the smoked salmon and egg pizza. Both were good but we really loved the pizza! It was my wife's birthday and our server Janai brought us a desert with a candle. She was awesome and helped us with everything we needed. Great attitude as well. Behind the bar was Kyle and he made a great ice sea salt coffee drink for me and came by and talked to us for a little. Great food, nice ambiance and awesome customer service!

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Vincent V.

Wonderful ambiance, excellent food and drink and friendly staff. Could not have asked for more on a Wednesday. The decor is both country, classy and seaside oriented depending on where you sit. Heated outdoor spaces and warm open indoor seating. Loved the short ribs and basque cheesecake. Highly recommended.

Menu as of May 22, 2025 Note the abundance of non standard American diet Starch. Sweet potato, taro, plantain.
Greg W.

Just downgraded my review from a 5 to a 3 after going back. Live music WAY too loud. Im driving home and still can't hear myself think. Dinner sucked even after he stopped playing because my hearing was blown out like a rock concert. My uncle was in from out of town and no one at the table could hear each other speaking. We asked to have it turned down and almost no effort was made to accommodate. Just a terrible experience that flipped one of my previously favorite places into- meh.

Dan D.

Great outdoor seating with views of the pool and ocean, plenty of heaters and umbrellas if needed. Always welcoming staff that can offer suggestions on drinks or menu items. The last visit we had a couple of local beers on tap and some light happy hour appetizers. It is a great place for sunset watching.

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Krystal R.

I didn't eat here, but I did have a Paloma and it was delicious! I'm a suckered for a tajin rim! Service was amazing, fast, and friendly. Ambiance was great. We sat outside on the patio with the bonfire and watching college sports basketball and the sunset

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What are you doing for Mother's Day'?

We're having a lovely brunch with full menu and details on our website Chandlerscarlsbad.com under Happenings under Events. We hope you can join us and thanks for reaching out.… Read more

Are you open for Thanksgiving this year? If so, is it a set menu and do you have a kid menu? Thx!

Yes, and we'd love to have you. Here's the link to more details about the entire day's offerings and the Thanksgiving Buffet menu is included.… Read more

Is the lunch menu available during dinner hours?

A little complicated but here's the short answer Nicole. Thanks for reaching out! There are some… Read more

How much does parking cost and is there validation?

There is a paid parking garage at the resort, but as a guest of Chandler's Oceanfront Dining or Ocean Crest Spa, you would receive complimentary parking with validation, just ask when you arrive. We hope to welcome you soon.… Read more

Are you doing sit-down/patio dining yet?

Hi Edie, yes the restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dining Thursday - Sunday.

Do they have live music?

They did when we went!

Will there be live entertainment this Saturday evening?

There is NO live entertainment for now. However, HH are offered!

Do you take reservations?

Hi Dan, we take reservations for parties of 8 or more.

Is this now open?

Yes we are open 7 days a week for to-go and wed-sun for dine-in!

Dog friendly patio?

Yes!

Do you have a kids menu for dinner?

Yes we have children's menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Does the patio have heaters? Hoping to enjoy a sunset in April and hoping not to freeze!

Yes, they do! Plenty of them!

Are dogs allowed on the patio for dinner?

Pet friendly:) There were several guests with dogs on the patio when we dined there for dinner.

Is this a good date spot just for cocktails?

Great spot for drinks and good happy hour specials including food. We really enjoyed the cocktails and the environment.

Is $2 off a $14 glass of wine really a "happy hour"? No

You receive $2.00 off; that should make you happy.

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Same Same

Same Same

4.5
(262 reviews)
4.8 mi
$$

Love Same Same for multiple different situations. Most recently we went here for Happy Hour and it…read moredidn't disappoint! The whole bar is vibey and cute, perfect for happy hour or a fun night out. The drinks were delicious and the food was incredible. The bartender was super attentive and took extra time to help me identify which items were gluten free. I've also been to Same Same multiple times for late night fun! They often have a dj in the back and have even hosted an emo night. I always have fun and the place is usually packed. I'll definitely be back both for late night parties and daytime happy hours and food!

Same Same, but Different? Not Quite…read more Hiya B.U.M.S., We recently decided to check out Same Same, hoping for an experience that was delightfully different. Our order for the night? The Thai-style New York steak, Khao Soi curry, and larb lettuce cups--all paired with a custom-crafted, half-Cranberry, half-Sprite. Before we even tasted the food, we almost ended up eating next door. The entrances are a bit of a maze, leaving us standing outside having a mini identity crisis about where we actually wanted to dine. Ultimately, we stayed the course and chose Same Same. The Larb Lettuce Cups: As a massive larb fan, I was hyped. Unfortunately, it fell a bit flat. My wife officially dubbed it "lackluster." While the ground beef was seasoned and the lettuce was beautifully crisp, when the lettuce is the undisputed star of your larb, it might be time to reevaluate the recipe. The Yellowtail Ceviche: To recover from the larb disappointment, my wife ordered the ceviche. It was a step up, but for a Thai spot, it was missing that signature kick. It really needed a handful of jalapeños to wake it up. In fact, nothing on the table was truly spicy until I deployed their house chili oil. The Khao Soi Curry: This was the absolute hero of the night! It completely saved the meal. It was rich and delicious, and it paired unexpectedly well with our New York steak--even though the kitchen served it well-done instead of our requested medium-rare. As dinner went on, it became pretty clear that this spot might cater a bit more to the happy hour and drinking crowd, especially considering my Cranberry-Sprite mix was arguably the most flavor-packed thing on the table. That said, the service was fantastic. The staff members were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Pro-Tip: If you're ordering more than two items, do not let them seat you at the tiny tables for two. It's a high-stakes game of food Tetris you will not win. On the bright side, they earned major bonus points for boxing up our leftovers for us. Call me old-fashioned, but I feel like every restaurant should still offer that level of hospitality! Overall, I'd say give it a shot if you're in the neighborhood and looking for a cool atmosphere, but I wouldn't rush off your couch to get there.

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HOT POTATO (fried fingerling potatoes, Thai spicy rub, pickled red onions, and lime aioli)
HOT POTATO (fried fingerling potatoes, Thai spicy rub, pickled red onions, and lime aioli)
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Tower39 Rooftop Lounge

4.3
(188 reviews)
4.5 mi

It's the 1st day of Summer and I wanted to spend a lot of time outdoors soaking up the sunshine…read more What a perrrfect time to finally go to the Tower39 Rooftop Lounge! I wanted to go there for the longest especially for Happy Hour. When I got up there, I was amazed at the ocean views and pleasantly surprised it wasn't crowded during this beauuutiful late afternoon. I picked my spot to sit then stood in line while looking over the front-n-back menu. Everything sounded good but I wanted something fresssh and summery. The friendly staff was very knowledgeable about the menu and helpful in my decision to keep it Summer related. Not too long afterwards, my order came out. Looove the quick service! Both female bartenders were slaying it as soon as the line grew. It was niiice to see the world cup on the t.v. screen. I enjoyed watching it while I ate my yummy food and watched the magical sunset. More people showed up closer to the golden hour. Overall, I had a wonderful experience. Highly recommend this coastal hot spot to the Yelp Community!!

Great spot, but no service. You have to go up to the bar to order which is a bummer. It would be my…read morego-to spot if they had servers. They recently updated their seating as well, to super comfortable seats. The food was really good as well! We had the shareable fondue, the prosciutto flatbread, the quesadilla, and one of their salads, and the food was delicious! Overall recommend this spot, but really wish they would add service or bring back the QR codes to order from the table. Plus you can't beat that gorgeous view of the beach and palm trees.

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Ladies Love Outlaws

Ladies Love Outlaws

4.3
(3 reviews)
5.7 mi

I'm so glad the Heritage crew decided to utilize this space. Urge had the vision, but not the…read moreexecution to make 101 Proof really shine. They had fantastic bartenders and menu, but the speakeasy concept has been outdated for a while. Now, a Honky Tonk is a very different, good thing. The tunes are something North County has been wanting, but been missing in favor of larger venue DJ's, but the juke box here has been curated with classics. It's far too small to dance unless you're slow or maybe 2 stepping in the corner. The ambiance is dim, relaxed, fun. The drinks are just as good as some of the top bars around, helmed by Wyatt who you may remember from Switchboard and KNVS is a staple in Oceanside. Prices are excellent, staff is great. While you can get a cocktail here, you don't have to. A classic shot and a beer is just as likely to be had here as a stemmed glass proper cocktail. When it's jamming it is near a standing room all the way around. No doorman asking for a password, no re-entry on nights when Heritage are open (Monday is this exception). It's funny to watch South O locals wander in here and realize maybe it's time to stop trying to change places to be like other places and enjoy the experience shown.

Drinks are solid and served in kitschy mugs or fun appropriate to their name glasses. The…read morebartenders were as good looking as the drinks and knew how to make them, but the ambiance is lacking in a huge way. Cheaply done from the tables to decor and even though we went on a Saturday night the place was slow. Music was also good, but the DJ stopped playing about 20 min after we'd gotten there. That was a bummer. One round and we moved on.

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Pacific Point

Pacific Point

4.0
(33 reviews)
1.7 mi

First and foremost the ambiance is quite lovely. It's very open, elegant, but comfortable with…read morefantastic views to the ocean. It was very calm and I felt like we were on vacation. There was a musician playing guitar and vocals that had a very wide variety of genres. The made for a very jovial ambience. We started with a bottle of Vueve and Kampachi sashimi. It was so fresh and delicious. We also sampled the Edamame Gyoza, crab pancake, and the Pita Bread. I ate chicken katsu sandwich. It was very delicious. Service was very attentive, kind, and efficient. Had a great time.

The lobby bar of the Park Hyatt Aviara- beautiful Carlsbad sunset views…read more Parking Valet parking only. Service/Wait Time/Aesthetic Snag a good seat for sunset! It's hard being a lobby bar to make sure the waiter sees you, but once they know you're there, the service is fine. It's very relaxing with views overlooking the Carlsbad coastline and whatever event is happening in the outdoor area of the Hyatt. Small tv's, NOT a good place to watch a sport event. The heaters outside are very strong. They have live music on Friday/Saturday in the evening. Food/Drinks They bring you complimentary green olives with a nut. I have had marcona almonds before and this time it was soybeans. The drinks were fine, pretty expensive for a cocktail at $20+. The food is also okay. We had the Local Assorted Cured Meat and it was good! I loved the bread that came with it. The Crispy Spam Musubi was also interesting, it was like a fried rice ball (like arrencini) but with an asian flair. Overall I would not recommend you come here unless you are staying at the hotel, but the views are pretty good.

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Pacific Point Terrace
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Crackheads

Crackheads

3.9
(524 reviews)
4.7 mi
$$

This is a great place if you want to be outside but still grab a drink and maybe food. It's a very…read moresimple, casual set up. The bar is just a storage container. It looks like there's another one or two for the food. They had plenty of heaters. You just had to ask and they would turn it on. There was a few well-behaved dogs. My friend said they usually come around to take drink orders, but we didn't see anyone on a Friday night. We ordered at the bar and sat where we could watch the padre game. The sound wasn't on, which was fine with us. Next to the bar, there's a counter to order food, then you take a number to your seat. I didn't look at the menu but the tots look yummy and a big portion.

Cocktails are fire. Food... not so much. We ordered the Applewood Bacon and The Classic plus Tater…read moreTots. These burgers are definitely smashed. A lot of excess crunchy bits on the outside of the burger. Pieces that would normally be eaten. However, the patties were overly salty. Salty taste with every bite that it was overpowering, It was too much salt that the Applewood Bacon burger wasn't finished. About half was left. The Classic wasn't too bad because the lettuce and tomato helped tackle that. Tater tots are tater tots. A few of the em had cajun seasoning. I was excited for those except they were cold and a bit mushy. The majority of the tater tots were crunchy and hot. For drinks, we had the Jefe James and the Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita. My husband enjoyed the Jefe James so much that he would drink it out of a big ol mason jar. Definitely worth coming back for. If we were to come back, it would be for drinks and maybe just fries for something to snack on.

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Crackheads
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