So we have been going here 8 weeks straight.... And it's because of Jenny. She is the most AMAZING…read moreserver we have had in Encinitas to this day. She literally busts her ass, whether we come with a group of 4 or a group of 12, she makes sure each and every one of us is taken care of and will bend over backwards to get us what we want. Literally the only reason we come here because the rest of the service couldn't even match her energy if they tried.

Fantastic layout with tons of TVs and sound! 75 cents per wing on Wednesdays which are also great…read morequality. Please visit if you are in the area!

Harvest Market at Fox Point Farms is such a gem and quickly became one of my favorite weekend…read morespots. The vibe is relaxed, welcoming, and just feels good the second you walk in. The food is incredibly fresh and perfect if you're looking for healthy, on-the-go options that don't sacrifice flavor. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or hanging out for a bit, everything feels thoughtfully made and high quality. It's also one of those rare places that truly works for everyone -- families, friends catching up, casual dates, or even a solo stop. And the fact that it's dog-friendly is the cherry on top If you're looking for a laid-back spot with great food and a community feel, this is definitely worth checking out!

The grocery store is definitely cute spanning various items for wine and a great charcuterie board…read morewith organic vegetables from the premise. There's also really cute to dog oriented, snack, snacks, and outfits. I'll have to check out their wine in more detail. I mean from the grocery store if you head back then you go straight into the farm grounds. There is a 12 or $15 charge for a farm tour but if you have kids, it's perfect cause you get to go see the farm animals, including the owner's horse and they have a cute little train ride. In the back is also a brewery of their craft brews. See them in pictures I've added. I definitely need to go back to check out the craft brewery. -No dogs allowed on the farm portion I went upstairs to have brunch, which is a new addition to the area. Staff was definitely attentive. I recommend making reservations for this so that you get the tables either outside overlooking the farm or the field. We did a walk-in for four people so we could only get a table on the inside. It's definitely a cool place to hang out temperature wise. Food was pretty quick to come out. Portion sizes are moderate to big that we had to take home some stuff. We did have an issue where the chicken was undercooked, but they were able to remedy that very quickly. Definitely get the beet hummus. I only wish they had more crudités accompany it. You can see it only came out in a small little dish. Probably would recommend either sizing down the hummus or going up on the vegetables to make it a little bit more complete. The chicken and pancake was definitely interesting and not what I expected. Pancake is carrot and lemon, but you can't really taste the lemon. It only had sparse carrot in it, but definitely still worth a taste. The chicken was definitely savory and more herby so it kind of overpowered the pancake a bit. Definitely chicken packed. Fries came out pretty soggy, which was a downside. The root vegetable has looked pretty good and it was definitely a sizable portion. The eggs and pasture was a little bit interesting in the sense that day. It was kind of a fried egg surrounded by a pasta sauce and then there's bread ciabatta slices on the plate. It's pretty good not overly salty or overly tart for the sauce. Definitely a good keto/Paleo option if you don't eat the bread. We also had their banana bread, which was really good - it wasn't able to take pictures of it since we demolished it pretty quickly. I highly recommend any bakery items. It's a very family friendly affair as we saw large families with numerous children coming in and you can have a place to let the dogs run in the small field front of the restaurant. I saw a lot of other families is bringing their dogs out onto the patio portion of the restaurant. Overall, the ambience is very family friendly and I would definitely come back here again for a chill morning brunch. Note that they close at 1 PM for brunch! Warning: that there's a limited parking so you need to get there early! They will have a traffic mediator once it's full

You wouldn't think finding a really good chicken teriyaki spot would be that hard, but if you have…read morehigh teri standards like I do, you know the struggle. Most places are just... fine. So I keep trying new spots hoping one finally hits. I'd driven past Urban Teri Kitchen a bunch of times taking my kids to practices and games and finally decided to stop in. Didn't even check Yelp first. Just went in blind based on a good feeling about the place. Glad I did. I ordered the half-and-half with chicken teriyaki and katsu, and honestly it was one of the better teriyaki plates I've had anywhere around here. The chicken was flavorful, the katsu was crispy without being greasy, and everything tasted fresh. It's a little pricier than some teriyaki spots, but the quality backs it up. My wife and I could easily split one order next time. I came in around 4 PM, so it wasn't packed, but the people inside looked happy, the restaurant was clean, and the whole place just had a really good vibe. Sometimes you can tell within a minute whether a place cares about what they're doing, and this felt like one of those spots. There's a reason they've got 4.7 stars. If anything, I'd say that rating is deserved.

So I ordered a couple plates from here and this is your higher end LNL Hawaiian kitchen type food,…read morebut I would say the curry mix was really delicious because it was both thick and not salty and had the right amount of spice to it. I would also say they gave you a lot of chicken for the plate that you get the downside that I would vote for is the kimchi was not great. It was probably a little odd being so sweet and I would say it was not really fresh. Overall, I give this high ranks for the protein and the serving size and the variety of options that you can get the spam was pretty good, although they did throw in a brick of rice, which was a lot within the spam sandwich

I came here to go to an optometrist and decided to walk around and try something new because…read morethere's a Board and Brew close to where I live. I'm so glad I tried this spot. The staff is incredibly welcoming. The location is in a nice place where the ocean breeze comes through perfectly, and the food is really good! I had spam musubi and chilaquiles. Both dishes were tasty and filling. No complaints here, and overall a really great first impression. I'd love to come back and try something else!

The food was delicious, I tried the Lemongrass-Peanut Stir…read moreFry, the veggies were crisp, chicken was juicy and the sauce was full of flavor. Our server was thoughtful and patient. The place was very friendly and still chic. Do not miss out on the shaved ice with a snow cap (all the flavors are phenomenal)

It has been nearly a week since we adopted our lucky cats: our ginger fairy polydactyl, Ladybug,…read moreand our Russian Blue tsarina, / Kisunya, and we still feel enchanted by our entire experience with Cats & Crystals / Fairy Tail Rescue - we are completely under their spell. Everyone involved was kind and caring. When we picked up our cats it felt ceremonious. We were given cat treats and a gift bag that included adorable collars, pertinent cat care information printed, and drawings children had done of Kisunya, formerly Piano. That was a lovely, thoughtful touch. The fur babies are adjusting well and playing with one another. My son says his face hurts from smiling so much. My daughter's smile muscles are more developed, but she is head over heels in love, too. Our elderly chihuahua passed two years ago, and having little beasties grace our home again is a blessing. Thank you Cats & Crystals! We will still come sit with your cats when we are out and our nervous systems need regulating AND to shop your store. Thank you Cats & Crystals and Fairy Tail Rescue for an enchanting experience!

We came here for a birthday celebration and had so much fun! Unfortunately we are not in a position…read moreto adopt a cat but this was an awesome way to get some cuddles and play in anyway! The lounge area is so cute and there are plenty of toys to play with the cats. The person working there was so kind and came over and told us a little background on some of the older cats and answered all of our questions. You can tell they really make sure the cats are respected and give them plenty of high options to get away from some of the excited younger guests. The gift shop was really cute and full of unique items and I'll definitely be back to do some Christmas shopping for my cat loving friends! Highly recommend this place and would love to come back again.

Lilo - Te dictionary…read moreof Obscure Sorrows Says n.a friendship that can lie dormant for years only to pick right back up instantly, as if you'd seen each other last week--which is all the more remarkable given that certain other people can make every lull in conversation feel like an eternity. My words? Choreographed Consumation Paragonial Perfection Culinary Eruption It is a bit like being hosted at a private homes dinner party, starting in the garden and being served then moving through to a tea patio. A highly choreographed, friendly, experimentation of flavors completed in front of you with detailed guidance of what you are experiencing

It's Chef Eric creating yet another magical experience. Do I really need to say Michelin Star Chef…read moreEric again? Lilo is his second Michelin Star Restaurant in Carlsbad. And the second time I am going to this restaurant. Of course! (I had to check it out myself first, before bringing anyone)! So I am at Lilo, Carlsbad once again but this time I am bringing a small group! They seat us outside first, with the most amazing appetizers anyone could ever ask for. They also give us a grape pressed drink that is so thirst quenching and yummy. What a great start. Just check out the pictures here. Then they come to escort us to our table. There are only 2 tables in the entire place. The rest are comfy seats around a counter. Fortunately, we are right in front of the chefs working to create, plate and deliver the food, giving us the details of what we are about to eat. Is this really worth a trip to Carlsbad and spending this much? Yes. A hundred times YES! Please look at the Pix to get an idea of what was served. So many wonderful flavors, beautifully plated. One of the first things we get to try in the courtyard is Black Truffle Sable. It's goat cheese and more between a thin roasted Chicken Skin. That plus a few other tastings. What a great way to start a meal sitting around a beautiful tree that had to be airlifted into the courtyard. There is not one thing about this experience that does not make you feel warm and fuzzy ... well taken care of.  It's worth the expense. And again, a great way to start the experience. "Madai Rock Crab is a perfect bite" says Robyn. It's course after course of creative and a creatively plated variety of fish, with amazing sauces that no one normally makes at home. You certainly, I certainly would not be able to create these flavor profiles. After a couple of courses, Ana Maria is still talking about the starter that was 'very earthy the first bite, but with wine as a gelatin you can really taste, as well as the goat cheese". Halfway through the meal we find ourselves agreeing that N25 Kaluga Caviar is 'the bomb'. So good. So unexpected. Ice Cream & Caviar. It's their signature dish, because Chef Eric says: "It's been on the menu from the start". All their seafood is seriously, intentionally fresh and good. The quality and creativity is off the charts. Miyazaki Wagyu has a sauce that is just ah-mazing. And while the beef itself is great, "it's the sauce that really makes you appreciate what you're eating". Ana Maria continues "I love the contrast of flavors and the meat is very tender". Robyn adds: "The vinegar flavor is just exquisite". If I'm being honest, I don't even eat steak, but the flavor profile on this dish is what you would hope beef tastes like". I went back in my blogs to hear myself say this very thing about Ludo Lefevre's Steak at one of this pop ups in Los Angeles, 2012. I guess I can't say I don't eat cow any more. I'll have to change it to 'don't eat cow often'! As we continue Madhu comments: "This is just the right amount of food". Ana Maria comments: "The scallops are amazing with 2 different sauces". And I must say beef and scallops are my most unfavorite proteins, but both of these are so good, both of these are treated with such love and care, you find yourself enjoying food you haven't really enjoyed before. Towards the end, Ana Maria comments: "I like it when there are more chefs than people". There's about 14 chefs and 35 people, but it's less people at any given time. And she's right. There's so many chefs preparing and presenting their food to you that it feels that way. It's time to pay our bill and they give us a special space to do so. We are back in the courtyard sipping tea when I overhear Robyn say: "This whole meal has been a perfect bite". What a wonderful birthday she is having. And they did give her what I call 'A Birthday Bite'. We each take our own small taste and find it hard to believe how delicious this dessert is. My favorite thing about this evening happens at the end, when Chef Eric let's me know he is participating in Chefs Across America with Chef Marian, so I get to interview him for my new series soon! Whoo hoo! I will say if you are looking for a special occasion place, Lilo is like going to France without having to pay for the flight. Everything is created with such love and care. I say: 'Do it'! And I'm sure I will be back! With garlic, gusto & gratitude, Chef Marian San Diego Foodies Carlsbad Foodies

Absolutely love this restaurant for their flavorful dishes (the quesitaco!) and incredible sauces -…read moreespecially if you enjoy actually spicy food! They have a great happy hour and a fun brunch menu. The service has been great, with friendly staff who are always happy to share recommendations. Parking: usually easy in the adjacent lot.

I'd like to start off by mentioning I've been to this location a few times now. Each time the…read morerestaurant get's a bit busy around lunch. On the positive side, the food is delicious. The reason I am giving this location a 3 star is because of the business itself. I'm not sure if it's the owner or who but each time I've visited, there is only one waiter or waitress attending the entire restaurant. They all look worn out and stressed. At first I was a bit upset with the service being slow, but I realized they are not slow, it's one person attending at least 10+ tables all at one time. This restaurant isn't cheap, I'm sure they can afford an extra person to take orders during their peak hours. I hope these workers get some help soon or this location won't have anyone to work for them because of the burnout.

Note: this location is the Carlsbad location and NOT in La Jolla (the menu is different between the…read moretwo). There are a number of reviews and menus we saw online that were for the La Jolla location. We came here on a Friday night. It wasn't too busy and we were able to seat inside. There is no outside seating. We placed our order at the counter and found a seat to sit inside. We placed an order at the counter and the food arrived at our table in a reasonable amount of time. We ordered the tea leaf salad, fried rice, street noodles, and spring rolls. All the dishes were delicious. The tea leaf salad was a smaller portion so keep that in mind if you are eating family style and sharing with others. We will definitely return since everything was delicious. There's a decent amount of parking in the parking lot. They also do takeout as we

Cherry Blossom owners are very hard working people. They are both the cook and the hostess! Wow!!…read moreFriday nights are quiet. Ambiance is clean and decor is bright and pleasant. Food was nice and portions are on the smaller size. Signature iconic Tea Leaf Salad, WANGS, and Veggie roll (fried).

Cute, low-key spot with plenty of menu options and great portion sizes. I had the pad see ew per…read morethe use, and opted to add eggplant for a slight extra cost, and it was all so tasty. I did order a medium level spice and would likely go down at least one number next time because it was almost too much heat for me. Obviously, that's subjective and the flavor was still delicious.

Absolutely stellar. Prices aren't terrible for the portion sizes, around the $16-19 ballpark for…read moremost of the dishes. But the important thing here is that everything is absolutely fantastic-tasting. My favorite Thai place in the area. Clean, charming, small, underrated. I went here twice with a date in March 2026 and both times I left extremely satisfied. Don't miss out on this spot if you're in the area!