Five Guys

Headed home from LA and wanted to power through the Friday evening traffic before we stopped to eat…read moreWe're almost home and decided to exited Encinitas Boulevard to grab some food to take Mom ordered the grilled cheese cause she decided she's a vegetarian this week I'm trying not to be fat so I ordered my double double without any sauce or bread. Took my "Burger" Home and chopped it up on a plate to make it a salad. Drizzled a little bit of special sauce on it and voila ...a fabulous meal! Yeah, every In-N-Out is pretty much the same, but the stand out here was the young man who took my order. Yeah I've never had anything but great. Service added an In-N-Out, but something about this kid was extra special. He had eye contact and attention to detail and such a respect that I felt like he could work at a fine dining restaurant and be the best server there So cheers and props to this employee, who is fabulous I need to see if there's a way to contact Customer Service to give a compliment to this kid

I have never been to an In-N-Out with staff that is so disrespectful. My family and I took a tiny…read moretrip to San Diego for my dad's birthday. We were heading back up to Los Angeles stopping for a bite to eat.. My mom went to pick up the order and the person calling out the numbers started making fun of her. Was it because she is filipino? He made her cry. The food is good but we do not appreciate that type of treatment. Can management be more strict please? Because if thats the type of environment this In N Out likes . We are not coming back

Dub dub protein style (after). Was initially lacking enough lettuce to wrap it 8/31/23

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Eat Crispy Burger Encinitas

4.7(872 reviews)

2.3 mi

Well, I haven't been here in a few years because of traveling but had delivery about a month ago…read moreand remembered how much I liked it, great burgers, great rings... fries are OK. But what I loved about this location is it had a couple little tables outside and a couple inside she could actually eat your food as it comes off the grill. Well for some reason that has all changed and there are just two chairs which didn't really feel right eating my lunch there so I brought it home and suffered the not right off the grill taste. I'm sure there's a reason, but the burger was still great and it's still on my list for one of the good ones down here. Update, the owner who's a wonderful woman told me the reason that there is no inside dining is a city issue not her choice. That's a great owner to write a Yelper like me and explain why there is no dining options available not her just a city ordinance thank you very much

The self ordering kiosk here is painfully slow. Worst I've experienced anywhere. And what made it…read moreworse was one of the workers just chilling instead of helping to take orders. There were only two workers when we were there, so it's not exactly fast good even though it's burgers. The burgers were good, but I wouldn't come back though; no one has time for that.

Gross and cheap

Og double borger

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Onion rings

The Crack Shack

4.1(2.2k reviews)

1.4 mi

We were on our way home from a quick stay in La Jolla and found this place, so we stopped - boy are…read morewe happy we did! The food was awesome! The service was stellar! The ambiance....super cool! We went with the recommendations of the counter gal, who was super friendly, she did not steer us wrong! Hubs had the firebird sandwich, and his verdict...delicious! I had the little pecker which came with 3 chicken tenders, biscuits (with THE best honey butter) and fries (sooo good)! Dogs are welcome at any table (both inside and outside), which was a huge plus since we had our pup with us. The location is easy to get to, pretty much right off the 5 freeway. We will definitely be back!

It saddens me a bit to write this review because I've loved Crack Shack for years, but…read moreunfortunately after my most recent visit, I feel like the food quality has gone down. My usual order (to share between 2 people) is the half bird (5 pieces of chicken) and the mini biscuits with miso maple butter. The mini biscuits are tasty and moist, and the miso butter complements them well, adding the perfect amount of sweetness! However, both of the chicken thigh pieces were quite dry. The restaurant provides a self-serve sauce bar with plenty of sauce options. They also provide large paper towel rolls at each table as well as multiple sinks located around the restaurant so that it is easy to clean your hands after eating! The servers are very attentive.

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SoCal Cobb Salad

Wendy's

2.2(91 reviews)

1.7 mi

Aloha gang! It's been a long time since I've visited a Wendy's restaurant. This location seems to…read morehave a busy drive thru. Parking is limited and tight. The interior is bright with large picture windows. The restaurant was clean and comfy. When I entered the restaurant, there were no customers, I was greeted and my order was taken. I did notice others entering behind me and for some reason, they were not acknowledged or assisted until my order was completed. Strange??? At one point, the customer behind me was starting to feel neglected and almost left. One thing I highly recommend is Dave's Cherry Cream Soda. It was a light and refreshing way to cool off and I just couldn't stop going back for refills. It paired perfectly with the Dave's Single Burger which included a hamburger patty, American cheese, onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles, mayo and ketchup between a premium bun. The French fries were crispy with just the right amount of salt. Drinks are self-serve and the machine boasts 100 flavor choices. For dessert I chose to purchase a Caramel Crunch Vanilla Frosty Fusion. (Who picks these names?) The frosty was very sweet with touches of caramel and a bold vanilla flavor. It's finished with a topping of tiny toffee flakes that are also mixed in. It gives you the "'crunch" that the name implies. Overall, a tasty meal.

Came here expecting the quality Wendy's is known for. The place is clean. My main issue was the…read morequality of the buns they used on the burgers. At first glance the burger looked fine. But one bite and I have to tell you--they were dry and falling apart. I don't complain at Fast food restaurants because I know that can result in staff tainting the next burger. So I was not happy with this specific location. Maybe they are cutting corners the bun was not warmed, toasted, buttered. There are other places in the plaza. Go there. This place was not good.

Dining room with large picture windows

Basic single

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The Taco Stand

4.2(3.1k reviews)

2.0 mi

One of SD staples. Amazing tacos, tasty sauces, chips and…read moreGuac are fresh. Come thru and say hi to Oscar.

I had the California burrito and a Negra Modelo. The burrito is excelente. The modelo is cold and…read morethe salsa bar is the best. We love this place whenever we are in the area. Service is quick and easy. The ambience is great with Salsa music jamming in the background. The outdoor area is great on a beautiful day.

Indoor decor Oceanside location

All Al Pastor Tacos and Carne Asada Tacos

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Modelo Negra

Chick-fil-A

3.3(299 reviews)

0.1 mi

Amazing customer service probably the best customer service of all chick-fil-A locations.read more

I don't usually eat at chick fil a but I had seen a promotion on social media that offered a deal…read morethrough the app. It was about lunch time and I was headed through Encinitas and hungry when I remembered the deal. I ordered through the app and drove through for pick up. There was no line for a change. I got an original chicken sandwich and an Arnold Palmer (half unsweetened tea and half lemonade). I don't live too far away so it was still fresh and hot when I got home. In the past I have found their food a bit bland, but not today. It had a lot of flavor. Maybe it varies by location and I usually go to another location. I would get it again at this location. The staff member at the pick up window was friendly as well.

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Agave Birrieria

4.6(330 reviews)

2.3 mi

Delicious and authentic street tacos. Food was fresh and well presented. What a find!read more

My wife asked me to pick up some food from this spot on my way home one night. As I drove up and…read moresaw it was connected to a gas station, I called her and asked her if she knew. She responded that the reviews were really good, so it was worth giving it a try. Man, she was right on the money. The food was outstanding! The place is built for speed and lacks warmth. No drive-through, makes it less convenient, but it's still worth it. I just moved to Carlsbad a couple of years back, and I've been trying to find the best Mexican food place around. I can confidently say that I have now found it and I will be frequenting it on the regs. I had the Agave Birrieria. It was amazing. Probably not something that I can eat regularly, though. If you are looking for takeout Mexican food, this is the place to go.

Front counter/register

Birria Mini Taco (x2) with Nachos

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Birreria tacos

Serranos Mexican Food

4.2(213 reviews)

1.7 mi

$1 dollar al pastor and fish tacos everyday! Weekly deals. Absolutely delicious and worth every…read morepenny here at Serranos Mexican Food Restaurant. Their horchata is the perfect consistency and so good! We will be back next time we are in town.

$7 for a Breakfast Burrito in Southern California is unheard of. Its also a daily feature which on…read morea Sunday morning was completely unexpected. The chorizo was ok but the fresh salsa bar was the star of the show. Friend had the bacon breakfast burrito and it did taste better, will likely order it next visit. They also offer bottles of beers and micheladas. Clean, friendly atmosphere right off the freeway. I will definitely return

Menu board as of 7-8-24

Unfortunate cross section of Cali burrito with mostly undercooked fries

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Highly recommend muy rico el burrito

Hamburger Hut

4.1(413 reviews)

2.5 mi

We love this place! Super chill Encinitas vibe and great food. I only wish they would bring the…read morechicken Caesar salad back as my kids want to eat there every week, but I don't always want a burger and would love a salad. If they brought it back we would legitimately eat there 2x more every month. Great place though!

Fun atmosphere. Good burgers!…read moreGet the double burger. I also got the salad wedge with a burger on it. Pretty good but too much dressing. Next time I'll get dressing on the side. Cocktails are good. And they have non alcoholic beer. So check out the outside patio with picnic tables

Happy Halloween check in!!

Double Hut Burger, Fries, and beer.

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Single cheeseburger

Mr Peabody's

Kind of branching out in our Sunday brunch, so I'm back to one of our favorites Mr. Peabody's…read more Super fun vibe Leod Music great people had absolutely the best service by Lily. Best of all three dollar mimosas and bloody Mary's... Yes, you read this right three dollars!!!! Breakfast tacos two for five dollars and Deb was very happy with their eggs and sausage and toast. Whoever Mr. Peabody is, thank you

First time here after seeing ads for years, tempted by prime rib dinner for a ridiculous $21. My…read morewife just wanted a burger. Overall all just ok. Inexpensive bar food. The prime rib was surprisingly good. Well seasoned and with lots of accompaniments. Amazing for the price. But the burger was very thin like a fast food burger. Came with lots of fries and a salad. Would have preferred a real burger. Our odd experience was it took 45 minutes to get our food and the restaurant was only half full. (Yesterday at 5:20) and there were plenty of servers. Our server said nothing until we asked about 35 minutes after ordering. (Said something about working on take out orders. ) We didn't see food being delivered to other tables during much of that time. In spite of that I think if you're selective you can get decent food at a surprisingly low cost. More of a 3.5.

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Taylor T.

10 years ago

SUH GOOD! Would recommend 10/10 This is probably one of my favorite new burger places. I have no idea what took me so long to try it but I feel as though Ive been deprived. First off, the cajun fries? Fuggetaboutit. Dip one of those into a cherry/oreo pieces shake and you sir, have lived life to the fullest. My personal favorite is the little bacon cheeseburger because the regular sizes come with two patties and they're HUGE. Its not cheap as far as fast food goes, but you're paying for quality. Its super satisfying and worth it if you've worked up the appetite for it. Also pro tip: "All the Way" means you get all the toppings in black and you can add stuff from the row below it. Just stop by. Its a burger, but its done SO RIGHT read more

Randy B.

14 years ago

We went to 5 guys and not only had the best burger ever but Chris one of the employees was very helpful as he saw we had our dog with us so he made it a point to bring our food out to us and then came by and picked up our trash. These burgers are amazing! the service is excelent and the facility is very clean. Plenty of parking near by and if you like you can order online. Highly recommend this establishment. read more

Peter N.

5 years ago

I am very disappointed with the quality of hamburgers that are served here. This place is not busy at all and I came in and ordered a double cheese burger. I get this soggy cheese burger, as if this burger was sitting around for five hours. And this the second time this happened. Not coming back here again ! read more

George J.

102

13 years ago

To much meat... otherwise, its really really good, but its not the best. Still got to with In and Out for the fast yet super delicious burger. Everything else about the place? Well... menu is good, service is quick enough... nothing to really hate about, Im a fan, but its not the best. read more

Justin G.

15 years ago

it never really impresses me that much, i couldnt tell you if would pick this place over in n out. id say they are equal. standard basic burgers. i got free fries last time i went though. that was a plus. nevermind in-n-out wins, they dont have milkshakes here! read more

Frank r.

15 years ago

Love the burger, fries and old fashioned great service. Much better then other new burger joints like "smash-burger" and the "counter". The Burger as great at Five guys as "In and Out" and my all time favorite "the spot" in Carpenteria Santa Barbara read more

RJ S.

15 years ago

I give it 4 stars because In-n-Out is cheaper and the burgers are pretty similar but I can't deny that 5 guys have some outstanding burgers! They're also lucky that they are closer to In-N-Out from my house so I'll be coming here regularly!! read more

Christine P.

15 years ago

Just recently moved to Encinitas and found myself right next to this burger place. Had their bacon cheeseburger a few days ago and it was absolutely delicious. Love the fries and the peanuts are a great touch. Will be a regular!! read more

Kris P.

9 years ago

I Can not tell the difference between the burger here and the one at burger king. Except the burgers here are more expensive. I get that they use better ingredients. this place shouldn't be compared to likes of In N Out . read more

Neil W.

11 years ago

Terrible. They screwed up our order. The manager tried to make it good by replacing it. By the time we all got to eat, everything was cold. Extra star given to manager, who tried in the end, to make it right. read more

Cuong L.

5 years ago

hey five guys!! can u tell with your employed throw your trash inside the big trash can, please open it!!! so many times!! thanks!!! location el camino real!!! please please please read more

Branham R.

14 years ago

The burgers are decent, but nothing special--however, the price is too high for what you are getting and the place is usually a mess with peanut shells all over. read more

Yvonne

10 months ago

The food was great, the service was AWESOME..The ambiance sucked! The music was Awful, extremely LOUD and we couldn't understand anything!!! read more

Taylor K.

11 years ago

they have shakes!!! game over!! Always said when they get shakes all other burger joints will suffer. Now they do and they are amazing!!!

Britt P.

5 years ago

Food was great and the service was excellent. The little burger and little fries is almost enough for two!

carly a.

15 years ago

I go here once a week and LOVE it!! the staff is so friendly and the place is always clean.

Jason J.

4 years ago

$11 for a small burger? They should drop the prices. That's just xzWTeEIGa9JqowCp is packed

Wendy R.

287

15 years ago

The burgers are good (warning, the regular burgers have two patties). The fries are great!

Roger B.

175

4 years ago

Over $8 for a large order of fries!?! Your fries are great, but that price is stupid.

T M.

14 years ago

A friend introduced me to this place in January. Since then I've been hooked.

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