A VIBEEEEEE. Came on a Wednesday night, exactly what I needed. Few people, chill vibes, great playlist. I got the cracksickle which was amazing, fiancé got a bees knees with whiskey.. pretty sour. Tots were delicious ESPECIALLY the ranch. Overall highly recommend during weekday haha less crowded read more

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Cocktails are fire. Food... not so much. We ordered the Applewood Bacon and The Classic plus Tater Tots. 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. read more

Crackheads - El Jefe James and cucumber Jalapeño Rita - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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**Only reviewing the Smash'd Burger part of Crackheads** Hard to imagine a worse burger. Imagine smushing (or I guess smashing) the black crusty bits of hamburger left in a frying pan after making a REAL burger - somehow mushing this together, putting it on a bun and handing it to someone with a straight face? I can't imagine this either but this is what masquerades as a "burger" here. Kid you not. It was inedible. When did crusty bits of grease become a burger? I hope their drinks are good. Oh ordered fries and onion rings too. Stringy "plain" fries were dusted with red cajun powder, yet had zero taste. Onion rings - zero taste. read more

Who would've thought with a name like "Crackheads" it would be the most popular place to go to in downtown Cbad. I'm from MD and don't think it would be as popular. I wanted to really like this outdoor spot with a deck so you can overlook everything except the beach. But, the staff and service got me questioning BIG TIME over a lovely cocktail...should I go back to this crackchaos? Honestly, this place isn't what it's cracked up to be. read more

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My son has a tree nut allergy and this restaurant proved to be very allergy aware and very helpful. They only have a few products that were processed in a facility with tree nuts. We enjoyed the tater tot bowl for the kids and breakfast burrito with two flat whites for the grown ups. 10/10 would come again! read more

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Nice outdoor bar with a unique container-style setup and a great atmosphere. There's an upstairs area, a turf space with picnic tables downstairs, and plenty of seating at the bar. The drinks are solid, and it's pet-friendly, which makes it even better. We haven't tried the food yet, but it seems really popular with other guests. read more

Crackheads - Outdoor - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Jackie, the waitress was not good flirted with all the young men and totally ignored us. Was not happy with service at all. Order a bottle of champagne, decided not to order any food from her. read more

Good spot for breakfast or brunch! We tried the Egg sandwiches and burrito. Both were tasty and freshly made. Service was good. There's only outdoor seating available. 2 restrooms available. Parking was on the street and it can be hard to find a spot. read more

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The rooftop patio was full, but we found a high top for our party of 4. Ordered drinks at the bar and relaxed. Would like to come back to try the breakfast sandwich read more

Crackheads - Go go dancer in front, cosmosis jones in the back - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Always great to come here, this time had the crackhead sandwich with tots! The medium egg gushing out was so good :) Also I think they have the best mozzarella sticks I have had! read more

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R@cist bartender! Me and my bf (Hispanics) walked up to the bar for a drink and there was nobody else at the bar. 3 female bartenders continued to chat amongst themselves, didn't bother to acknowledge us even though they definitely saw us. Finally they were done chatting and by that time another couple (Caucasian) walked up to the right of us and the one bartender goes straight to them, mind you she had to walk past us to get to them, and completely changes her demeanor to overly friendly and asks for their order. Really?!? That's what we're doing now in 2025?? Disgusting. read more

I would give the food here a 3/5, but the location, vibes, and service were 5/5! I got the crack burger, which was okay but I don't think the ingredients blended very well together. I'm a lover of burgers with an egg inside, but this one didn't mesh well with the rest of the burger. We also tried the mini corn dogs and breakfast tots. They both were pretty good! The tots were so loaded that they were a bit soggy and didn't have that crunch to them. My boyfriend got the spice girl breakfast sandwich and I think I would recommend that one over all others. They have a nice outdoor area which is dog friendly. We brought our dog and she loved it there! read more

Crackheads - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

We were visiting from out of town and found this place. It's a hidden gem, their breakfast burritos were so good. The sauces are excellent as well, beware the spicy one has a nice kick to it. We will definitely be back! read more

We came here for breakfast! What an excellent choice! We sat at the rooftop. Nice view of the city. I ordered the avocado toast. It was so good! I also ordered a cocktail called cracksicle. It was very good. My brother in law ordered a breakfast burrito and my sister got a breakfast sandwich. The food was excellent. Our server was very attentive. The service was great! I would definitely comeback for breakfast. read more

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Fun spot for some drinks! I love the vibes, very trendy and a popular Carlsbad local spot. They have a couple of yummy bites, but crackheads is known for their drinks and being a fun spot! Bartenders are hard works and very efficient! They give great recs, and want everybody to have a fun time. You can stay here for 20 mins or for 3 hours! read more

Crackheads - Cracksicle - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

One of the best breakfast burritos I had! Great place. There is an outdoor cocktail bar on the same property.

So glad we found this place. Its a nice casual breakfast restaurant. The food was good, service was good, and we will definitely return.

We needed a quick breakfast on our way out of town to the airport and were in the mood for a breakfast sandwich and a place open early so we picked this place. I should have taken photos of the ambiance because it's a really cool 2-story outdoor place (bar by night). My only complaint is that they don't have a menu available. When asked if they have a menu, the employee said "go to crackheads.com." No QR code, even? I got the breakfast sandwich with the chives. It was perfection. The sauce was delicious, bacon was perfectly crispy and the eggs were soft scrambled deliciousness. The hubs got the Wilbur, which he said the fennel sausage was delicious. Worth a visit! read more

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This is a fun little bar in Carlsbad village. There's a great bar seating area downstairs, dog friendly, and open to the beautiful weather. All seating is outside, no inside seating. The rooftop deck seating area has a quirky, two horse trailer (I think it's an additional bar), and views of the local area. If it gets chilly, there are several propane heaters to keep you warm, although...it would be nice if they offered blankets (I've been to several bars that do this, and it's an awesome concept). This place offers food, but I simply wanted a fun place to sit, watch the sunset, and have a lovely cocktail. All-in-all this place is a fun, family friendly place to enjoy the company of good people, and enjoy some delicious libations. Ambiance: casual Service: excellent Cleanliness: clean Reservations: none Outdoor seating only read more

Crackheads - Spicy bloody - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I AM ONE WITHOUT A LATTE (4 stars) - DRINKS: yum - PRICE: fair - SERVICE: friendly - AMBIANCE: outdoor and cute I came here because of the sign. Walking around Carlsbad one bright early weekend morning and saw this and had to order something to say I ordered something! Did you know they use Copa Vida beans for their espresso! Now you know. By the way I love Copa Vida beans. I didn't know either until u saw them pouring beans out from a Copa Vida bag. DECAF VANILLA LATTE - The barista wasn't sure about the decaf beans being Swiss Water Processed but I know Copa Vida doesn't use harsh chemicals to decaf their beans. In fact, they do Mountain Water Processed IS CHEMICAL-FREE. So yes, Copa Vida has clean decaf beans. How do I know this stuff? I been obsessed with decaf for decades now. DOG TREATS - my little fur ball was with me and she was able to get free treats from Ceackheads. They create their own dog treats (and sell them) and my dog was able to sample them and she loved them! Will def be back when in the area. Until the next review... read more

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Great everything ... spice girl breakfast was fab !! And definitely spicy if you love spicy drinks people food all great read more

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I love Crackheads! The drinks are great and the happy hour doesn't disappoint. I love the bacon & cucumber guac- it tastes delicious and it's a healthy option! It's a fun place to hang out too. Cool turf patio with music. Definitely recommend this spot! read more

Crackheads - Cucumber & bacon guac - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

They've changed their menu!!!!! But haven't changed it on Yelp...FYI. Went here to get my fave "Breakfast Tots" this weekend and they changed them! Only by one ingredient, but it made them soggy! They used to put shredded cheddar on/in the tots but now they put cheese sauce! The crack sauce is soooo good and adds that little bit of "sauciness", so they don't need the additional CHEESE SAUCE..... Hopefully they see this & change it back!?!?!?! PLEASE!!! SERVICE was still GREAT, as usual, from the bar and the food stand. Bathrooms could/should be attended to more often. read more

Had an order of 9 burritos and took approximately 5ever to make. They got a few of the orders wrong as well:/. Overall thoughts of the Breakfast Burrito:Perfect sized burrito. Thought the tortilla could be grilled longer. Wrap job was a little loose-- I like mine nice and tight. Sausage was fire, good flavor-- I just needed more. Same with the tater tots- I'd like a little more and for them to be slightly crispier. Good amount of eggs though. sausage and tots could be more distributed through out the rito. Additions: I liked that I could add additions to my breakfast burrito for only 50 cents a piece. And Ortega chiles! How niche. Added. Super wack that their burritos dont default come with tots.. :/ Price was decent too! One of the most notable things was the SALSA! I was very skeptical hearing that their salsa was good cuz this wasn't a truly authentic Mexican restaurant. HOWEVER the salsas we freaking AMAZING. Excellent flavor, heat, and thickness (not too watery). The crack sauce (aioli) was good but super rich. Would eat here again and 4 sure recommend read more

Crackheads - Breakfast Burrito (Sausage, egg, tater tot, Ortega Chiles, No cheese) - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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I've been here many times & have always enjoyed it. I generally get the original crackheads sandwich and an iced brown sugar cinnamon latte. Always good, always not a bit left. The service is competent and usually efficient. I like people watching from a high top and find that it's overall a lovely place to enjoy some alone time or meeting up with a friend. Long time customer who will absolutely be back. read more

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On a sunny day at the beach we needed an outdoor patio place to enjoy the day and this place was the right ticket! Friendly service, good drinks and cool little food... shipping container. read more

Best breakfast burrito of my entire life. The cracksauce & their salsa are also some of the best condiments of my life. The woman who helped me was incredibly kind & gave my dog so much love as we're evacuated from the LA fires & he's been having a hard time. Just such a beyond perfect experience here & will be coming back down from LA just to revisit!! read more

Crackheads - Breakfast burrito with tots & side of cracksauce - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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We stumbled upon this place during the rain and the vibes did not disappoint. The bartenders are extremely fun and know how to have a conversation and everybody in the bar was super nice. This is an outside location, but there is covering over it. I would bring a jacket on a chilly day. The drinks are well worth it, and tasted amazing. I had the honey Chamoy margarita, and would've definitely had more! read more

Crackheads - Honey Chamoy Marg (right) Mule (left) - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

From the ambiance to the food to the drinks, this place shines. It's an outdoorsy joint with easy access to public restrooms and a prime spot for weekend festivals and farmers markets. Service was not quite as attentive as you'd expect, but they seem to be understaffed and doing the best they can on a busy weekend morning. Your options are to order at the bar, or get table service at the high tops or bench seats. We opted for the latter. The breakfast burrito and crackhead breakfast sandwich were amazing. The honey lavender latte and cold brew were amazing. I'd come back again and again if I could. Great prices, too! read more

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I loved the environment of this place, the outdoor seating the relaxing environment. The owners of this place really knew how to do it! The food is good too, it's basic good breakfast food. I would definitely come here again. read more

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Draft beer and other drinks served in plastic cups takes away from the taste and quality. Mixed drinks are too expensive, cup size too small and mostly ice. Taco cart is cool. read more

There are so many better places in that area. Weak pours, average at best food and when you hear stories about the owner's appalling behavior (so wish I could say more) you will never set foot in this place. read more

This is such a great spot in Carlsbad village! From evening cocktails to a casual brunch, Crackheads is a great option. The cracksicle is not overly sweet and a delicious treat, and their breakfast sandwiches are great too! Although not listed on the menu, they do have gluten free bread available for their sandwiches. Drinks and food are also very reasonably priced for the location and quality. Staff has always been friendly and attentive, this has become a go to spot lately! read more

Crackheads - Cracksicle - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

This place is called Crackheads ... what more/else could you want from a breakfast spot? Located in the open lot in downtown Carlsbad, Crackheads joins an outdoor bar and a coffee spot in a great location that walkers and beach goers can readily enjoy the sunshine and breezes while eating breakfast fare with their dogs or strollers in tow. I came with my wife on the tail end of a vacation night away from the kids. After seeing their entry here on Yelp, I knew exactly how to finish up our trip on the town. First, we split the Breakfast Burrito, which was basic in concept, but still very well made and pretty tasty. With plenty of sausage and cheese, it was nice and greasy, and the tater tots gave it some welcome chew. About the only thing I would recommend or like to see if we come back would be more of a selection in proteins or sauces that you can get on the inside. Not sure why, but I feel like sausage gravy should always be a breakfast option. Next up on the table were the Breakfast Tots. These were simple, well-fried, loaded with cheese, bacon, and sausage, and coated with both a well cooked egg and a nice, cream sauce (Crack Sauce, as the menu puts it). The pair of us fought over bites of this dish and I personally liked it so much that I ended up shredding some leftover Honey and Balsamic Pork and made some loaded tater tots of my own at home. This alone is worth coming back out to Carlsbad for in the future. And to top it all off, the woman behind the counter was knowledgable about the menu and great to talk to. If you had to search for a detraction, it would be the presence of so many flies buzzing around. But, that can easily be forgiven due to the location. All in all, it was a great breakfast and a nice end to our trip. Until we come back and I can sample those sandwiches to know different, this place is easily a strong four stars for me. read more

Crackheads - Breakfast Burrito - No bells and whistles, but still pretty damned good... - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Place was nice and had nice atmosphere plus the upper level area was cool. But I wish they had more food options that being said it is a small spot so I understand why they won't. Bar was full and I got my drink in less than 2 minutes. read more

Crackheads - Irish Mule - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I am new to the Carlsbad area and looking for my "spot". This place has the right location and atmosphere, but lacks with service, strong drinks and regular food. Good place to have a spicy margarita, but would not plan an evening here. Food is all breakfast items. Overall 3.5 star place but never been given a reason to round up to 4. read more

Crackheads - Thirsty chihuahua. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Food was amazing and service was amazing and ambience is great perfect place for breakfast and lunch!

This jalapeño cucumber drink is straight-up chaos in a cup -- and I mean that in the best way. First sip is like a spa day with that cool cucumber, then BAM -- the jalapeño slaps you like you owe it money. Refreshing, spicy, and a little unhinged... just like me. 10/10 would chug again and question my life choices after. Crackhead-approved read more

Crackheads - jalapeño cucumber drink - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

AMAZING BREAKFAST BURRITO - Enough said! I highly recommend this spot for a quick breakfast or a long brunch with mimosas and bloody's. Pro tip: - ask for some extra crack sauce - beat the crowds and get there around 9 am - their nitro cold brew will give you life!! read more

Crackheads - Breakfast burrito & nitro cold brew - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Carlsbad, California

This place is amazing. I feel they need to put a sign that shows they are open in the morning because people that don't know just look and miss them. We had: 1. Wilbur -sausage mixed with egg and bacon on top. This is delicious 2. Breakfast burrito- i added sausage with bacon burrito. They have a Sriracha sauce and jalapeños were added on the side. The lady who took my order was afraid it would be too spicy,so she placed it on the side 3. Loaded tots- so ginormous is a meal on it's own 4. Macchiato - this blew my mind, the lady definitely knew how to make her coffee. She asked if I wanted it like a cappuccino with the foam or the macchiato we all know from sbux or peet's. What blew me away was she asked me if I wanted a cinnamon steamed milk, which just took it to a whole new level ... I can't wait to come back soon read more

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