The food is mid. We tried everything with friends and family. The Wagyu skewers are far from Wagyu but they are saved with the pineapple, mint, and cilantro, nice diversity with textures and flavors. The sushi, all of it it's horrible. Avoid. Warmer nigiri, flavorless rolls, avoid avoid. The bartenders here are awesome. Friendly, they remember what you had last time, I tipped them well. Drinks are a little pricey but it's a nice mental break from all of the kids. read more

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Check your food carefully for hair before you eat. I came to Pacific Point and ordered sushi. The meal started off well, but then I found a long black hair in one of my sushi rolls. It was absolutely disgusting and completely ruined the experience. The staff said they would remove the sushi from the bill, which was the right thing to do, but that doesn't change the fact that finding a hair in your food is completely unacceptable. When you're serving raw fish, cleanliness and food safety should be a top priority. This was a very disappointing experience, and I hope the restaurant takes sanitation and quality control much more seriously going forward. read more

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First and foremost the ambiance is quite lovely. It's very open, elegant, but comfortable with fantastic 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. read more

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The lobby bar of the Park Hyatt Aviara- beautiful Carlsbad sunset views. 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. read more

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A hotel lobby bar with nice terrace overlooking the resort. It's a nice spot to grab a lunch with drinks while enjoying the view. My server was very attentive and made the experience pleasant. read more

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I sat at the bar for dinner one night when I was staying there. The seating areas to the side of the bar and the patio have beautiful views, but it was a chilly night so I just stayed at the bar. I just got a burger and a glass of wine, so nothing special, but the food and service were good. I was disappointed that you couldn't get food from the dining room at the bar. read more

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The food here was excellent across the board. The Wagyu skewers were incredibly tender and the rolls were super fresh. It's a great place to grab a drink, with a solid selection of cocktails and wine. The only downside is the "hotel pricing," which can be a bit steep, but everything else was perfect. A great choice for a nice night out in Carlsbad. read more

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Food was so mid, I decided I need to become a food critic. **Apologizes for the picture being taken after. Camera has a hard time eating first. Shareables: We ordered the cheese plate $19 & meat tray $21. Anyways nothing too spectacular, wasn't horrible just nothing special. Lobster Banh mi ($32 or $38), took one nibble and I couldn't, partner took a bigger bite and he couldn't even swallow. Felt like the lobster was just drenched in mayo with barely any lobster. This was probably the most disappointing item. It's premixed, so the mayo is a keeper. But nothing about it tasted fresh, like c'mon the ocean down the street. To be fair, I'm not the biggest mayo fan, usually a mayo mix person, so I could be bias. Ribeye ($77) this meal was the best, not because the Ribeye but because the potatoes served with it!! They were actually the only good thing we had. The sauce served with the steak is so favor-LESS, that I tried it on its own to see what I was trying to taste, and it tasted legit like nothing... I've never had steak sauce that plai. The zucchini that also came as a side was okay, nothing to remember. Steak was cool, more of filet mignon fan so I can't say much. This was my partners meal that we ended up sharing because I couldn't eat my lobster meal, he gave it a 5/10. For drinks, we did a glass of prosecco, and that was fine for us! We sat outside where they had live music, which was nice touch. We ate late so couldn't say much about the view as it looked pretty dark ahead but I could imagine looking better during the day. Overall, I doubt I would eat here again as it really did nothing to me. I'd prefer trying to dash something nearby. If you like your food severely underwhelming, you found your spot! Side note despite not enjoying the food, customer service was good. read more

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one of the few MAJOR drags about living in North County is a rather sparse selection of certain ethnic foods - primarily Indian, Thai, and sushi. So it was a great moment in time when a friend stated she had just had sushi at Pacific Point, and it was fab. Now, a lobby bar in a Hyatt is not generally known for great sushi, so we were skeptical - but my wife asked me to give it a shot for her birthday. We arrived, and I quickly remembered a huge downside of the Park Hyatt - valet only (on the bright side, we took the ragingly cool car, and they immediately parked it front and center - so there's that). We headed to the bar, and my skepticism only increased - as it looked EXACTLY like a typical Hyatt bar. And the menu kind of re-enforced that, with loads of bar food you'd find at every hotel bar. BUT...flipping the menu over, and sure enough, all kinds of sushi options were listed. My wife ordered sashimi and a Sunset Roll, while I ordered several different kinds of nigiri. Our sushi arrived....and da. amn. It was indeed FAB! Very authentic, very definitely perfectly prepped (other than a lack of wasabi in the nigiri, but that was easily fixed with the wasibi delivered as a side). And the pièce de résistance? The birthday cake (pictured). Truly a work of art. While I don't do sugar, my wife assured me it was fantastic! We both loved it...and we'll definitely be back. The ONLY two negatives, frankly, were that it's a Hyatt restaurant with Hyatt pricing (while we get a small discount for being locals, it's still WAY over the top pricing), and the lack of parking. That said, for great sushi, definitely worth it. read more

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I've eaten here four times. I'm done trying. The food is weird. The flavors do not go well together. The menu is Asian Inspired but it's not done well. The place was filthy. Dirty napkins on the floor, hair, crayons, food. The worst part: the service. They had one poor woman serving seven tables by herself. Moving umbrellas and space heaters. When we were done, we stacked plates to be bussed and that never happened. The drinks are overpriced for what they are. The only thing is the view. The rest is for the birds. Do yourself a favor and avoid it altogether. read more

Lobby bar and terrace inside Park Hyatt, which caters to many conference groups, events, and weddings. I met my out of town friends here for. Platinum Summit for dermatologists and skincare sponsors. The expense accounts were in full effect, and my personal, not affiliated with a business, tab was along for the ride. The margarita was paltry and lacked any semblance of tequila. Salty lime water. Consolation was the green olives and seasoned almonds that came with. The fried cod and slaw were decent, but I couldn't finish either of them. It was nice viewing the rehearsal lunch going on the terrace and veranda. After the summit was done, I met up with my longtime friend...she loved the lavender cocktail that she ordered 2 (on the biz tab). I tried the yuzu jalapeño cocktail to make up for the sad margarita. The jalapeño popsicle was an aesthetic plus. Her 1/2 tuna 1/2 veggie roll was presented nicely, although a bit doused in sauce. Overall, these two visits to this place will last me for a year or more. The service was brisk and polite, but they were focused on handling the volume of conference spill outs and table turnover. read more

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Located in the Park Hyatt Aviara with patio seating as well as a full bar. They had a robust menu, but we mostly stuck with their sushi and rolls section because a friend recommended their rolls. At first glance everything looked super pricey (which is to be expected at an on-site hotel restaurant), but we were pleasantly surprised when our food came out because the portions were generous and everything was fresh and delicious. Service was also super attentive and friendly! You can also order from Pacific Point while you're hanging out at Top Golf since it's right next to it. Very convenient to have yummy food while you're playing golf and hanging out. read more

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Twice I went here and had wildly different experiences. The first time I went was a weekday night. There was a wedding nearby, the weather was great, the night was young. We managed to grab a table outside and sat and chatted. It was incredibly busy and they seemed remarkably understaffed. Our waiter was great, but he seemed exhausted running on fumes. The sushi bar was backed up with a wait time of over an hour. Our food was meh, but the cocktails were tasty. The second time we came here was for lunch. The weather was warm but there wasn't many people out there. I ordered a delicious burger and was much impressed with how tasty it was. The cocktails were still on point, but the service was more personal. We had a few employees stop by and casually talk with us making us feel very welcome here. So, not sure I'd recommend them for dinner because I suspect they're frequently busy but lunch was worth it. read more

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My daughter and I came for their holiday high tea on Sunday 12/3/23. The entire experience was just wonderful. We were greeted and seated right away, our server was very friendly and knowledgeable about the teas with the exception of the pronunciation of the Nuit D'eté variety of tea. She kept calling it "noo-it day tay" which made me chuckle as it's a French phrase meaning "Summer Night" and it pronounced "nu ee de tay" but I doubt she speaks French so I can overlook it. The teas were wonderful, the selection of finger sandwiches, desserts, petit fours, and the scones were all excellent. However for $75 per person I expected a little more "more". My biggest complaint was that there is a 22% service charge tacked onto the bill automatically. As a member of the service industry I always tip very well, so this sort of thing annoys me. I do understand however that most people don't tip as well, so I just smiled and paid the bill+service charge. Over all; it was a decent experience. We needed to stop at In-N-out on the way home, because as fancy as it was we're were left hungry....So for my $200 worth of coin, it may not be worth your time. read more

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Soo good and pretty here! Love their outdoor setting! I was a big fan of their sushi!! Pricey but worth it! They had a lot of yummy items on their menu. I definitely recommend this place to anyone! You won't be disappointed!!! read more

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Came for an early dinner with my sister who was staying at the hotel. The cocktails are hand crafted and elevated. I really enjoyed the Pisco Grove. In terms of food, we don't recommend the lobster roll. The Banh Mi dip tasted like a French dip meets pho but the meat was a little dry. The sushi was excellent. We enjoyed all the rolls. The goat cheese cake had a truffle inside each of which I found superfluous otherwise it would've been a great dessert. Service was great, very attentive. Overall we enjoyed our visit. Recommend the sushi and cocktails. read more

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I'm truly impressed with this property! Tom at valet is sharp, witty, and made for a great first impression. - just awesome !!!! Check-in felt seamless and elevated--on par with Peninsula and Bel-Air standards. The Pacific Point Bar was a highlight of my stay, and John absolutely made the experience. This property is simply the best! read more

Exactly what one would come to expect from a Park Hyatt. Exceptional food and service, Pierre, our server, was attentive, helpful, and courteous. We had a baby with us and he couldn't have been nicer about the high chair and being patient and such. The food was good - some nice surprises like the glazed almonds and the pickled lotus root! High quality fish for the fish and chips and the drinks were BOMB. And of course, a great view of the courtyard and heat lamps for the chilly winter afternoon. Spent $200 here easy with drinks and a few snacks but was worth every penny and was a memorable snack and experience. read more

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Had a chance to stop by for a drink before heading to our spa time and enjoyed our drinks very much. Beautiful view and delicious goodies. Service is awesome and our server was perfect! The only downside of this place was the menu. We heard other guests say the same thing "there aren't much to order". Limited appetizers and barely hand full of entrees that's it!?? It's a beautiful place don't get me wrong but this place definitely needs a huge upgrade on their menu. We could've ordered more but didn't happen :( read more

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We came down to Pacific Point for a laid back dinner as the last meal of our trip. Though the evening was a little chilly, this was completely taken care of by the strong heat lamps covering all the outdoor seating. The views certainly didn't hurt either. For food, we went with local fish & house chips, woodfired Caledonia shrimp, and mochiko chicken bao buns. Despite the smallish portions, everything was beautifully presented and finely executed. For instance, the local fish had a surprising amount of flavor on its own and the spam musubi in the shrimp dish were shockingly tasty. To finish, the malasadas were crispy and airy, not far off at all from places like Leonard's back in Oahu. I paired our food with an off menu Mai Tai and Painkiller, both well made. Lastly, our server, Jacob, did a great job taking care of us throughout our meal. read more

The staff makes this bar!! Everyone was friendly, professional and efficient. They remembered us but more importantly our drink orders!! We enjoyed a few appetizers, shrimp, tuna roll and charcuterie. The shrimp had amazing flavor!! The spicy tuna was fresh and the charcuterie lovely. My only tweak to the charcuterie would be to add additional salamis, ditch the chorizo and maybe even the pate, prosciutto was the star. The cheese options, fresh fruit and local honey were great. We will absolutely be back next time we have a staycation!! Thank you for the great service!! read more

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We tried the holiday high tea and it was not worth the price. We were a bit hesitant to book here because it was so available and the reviews weren't great, but we were on a budget for a holiday team lunch and everywhere else was booked up already. That should've been a sign. The service was fine, the view was nice, but the food and tea selection & quality was sub par. Bread & scones were a bit stale and they type of sandwiches were... creative? But missed the mark. One of us had a dairy allergy so the alternative selection that came seemed to be the gluten, dairy, all-of-the-above allergy plate, so it consisted of no sandwiches, and just a few cherry tomatoes halves/slivers stacked on top of each other, a mini bell pepper half, a small endive leaf, a mini pear cut out (about 2" in diameter), and a strawberry with a hole cut in the middle with slivered up dried apricots shoved in it. Also only came with 2 mini desserts when the regular high tea came with 5. Add a small pot of tea (fills approx 1.5 cups) and a glass of bubbly and you can have this tea service for $85 + tax + 22% gratuity! Needless to say, we left still hungry (and disappointed) and had to pick up a sandwich on our way home... read more

The food is expensive for the quality but the game room is fun and worth a try. The service is exceptional and I made a mistake in booking the room but they worked it out for us. If you're booking the room online make sure to call to modify the booking from 1 hour (default) if you wanted more time. read more

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This is your hidden gem in North County, San Diego. We asked Ashley to mix us cocktails and she did not disappoint! She made excellent suggestions and followed up with stellar concoctions. The food was great including a nice sushi menu. The bar is nicely designed and well lit for any occasion. I'll be back again soon. read more

We love Andrew! He's so awesome and made our whole stay! Ashley also makes a mean Bittersweet Gin. This drink is my new favorite! So happy with this bar! We are globalists and have been all over the world. Service and cocktails have been amazing. Highly recommend read more

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OK. I live right up the street. Lived in SD County since 1977. LOADS of choices, food, drink, etc. I'm an old, fussy lawyer/psychologist who cooked in kitchens as a young man, and yes, I know my..whatever. This is a JUST RIGHT place to drink and eat. SoCal cool, casual or fancy as you like. No rules. Food quality is exceptional, but truth be told, my wife and I come here for.... ASHLEY. It's true. We followed her from her former locale. Here's this phenomenal young mixologist who makes concoctions custom..."I'm thinking I want something with cold fresh berries and mezcal...medium dry, smoky finish...like that." BANG! There it is. Ashley: "Oh, I knew you don't like scotch or bourbon..your wife does, but I added a splash of Cointreau for a citrus finish." Um-hm. Because we sort of really kind of adore her I wouldn't do that when she's slammed with orders. But really. She invents, and doesn't miss. I simply can't exaggerate how great she is. She is SO personable, genuine, and welcoming. This is making me thirsty..hungry as well. Gotta go.. read more

Such a disappointment. They only got 3 stars because there are great views and they had live music. The poke bowl was ok. The fish was very fresh, but there was hardly any sauce and the Asian slaw was just weird. A friend got the fish and chips. I am speechless on that one. It was a sorry very disappointing execution. There were only three small strips with a sorry display of breading. If not for the $24 price point, I would have thought they were straight out of the freezer section at Vons. I did order a $18 Old Fashioned. A little on the sweeter side, but was good and appreciated that it was not served with standard bar ice. It came with a proper clear cube. Bottom line, if you want to have a drink and enjoy some live music (make sure it is on), I would go, sit and have some drinks. But skip the food. It is just silly expensive and not that great. read more

As a Hyatt Globalist, I have seen my fair share of great Hyatt properties, but this one is right up there with the best in every way. The complete remodel of the rooms and public areas of the resort is stunning, and Pacific Point is a great addition to the property. We have spent a number of nights at this Park Hyatt lobby bar area enjoying really good sushi, fun drinks and outstanding service. Ashley has been our bartender there several times and she is always ready with a smile and a perfect martini. We will be back! read more

Arrive to wonderful valet parking. Breathtaking ocean views, friendly but somewhat forgetful service, diverse menu, lovely outdoor dining for couples or groups...spacious grounds for after meal promenades. And relatively comfortable seating, tables or sofas with fire pits with additional stand up heating. Grey interior felt cold & impersonal. Italian architecture is lovely. read more

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We had an awesome afternoon at the new Pacific Point at Park Hyatt Aviara! The updates throughout the hotel and the former Lobby Bar are top notch! Willy made our afternoon so much fun. We ordered the meat plate and cheese plate and we paired them with some delightful Pinot Grigio and just took in the views. We cannot wait to return! Thank you Willy, so much!!! (There is live music on Tues, Fri & Sat from 5-8pm) read more

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Disappointing. Service has been bad last couple times. I always have such high hopes for price and name but I would choose to go elsewhere. Main benefits are large grass area which is fun for kids and live music. Good is decent. I feel like servers have forgotten about us and tried to upsell us for no reason. It service improved I would return. read more

Thank you for the wonderful service and atmosphere! Thank you for being so family friendly. Thank you to Terrence for making our visit memorable and fun with excellent service! The food and drinks are also delicious! read more

Amazing dining experience in the renovation of the lobby restaurant of the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort and Spa. The menu is over the top and the service is second to none. Far batter than the Ritz Carlton Laguna and the St. Regis Laguna. If Governor Newsom ever relents and allows restaurants to offer indoor and outdoor dining, this is the epitome of fine dining with an incredible view of Ponto Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon! read more

I was obsessed with the room and spa! The pool and jacuzzis were clean. Customer service was amazing, I'm definitely staying here again.

Let's start with the positive. I like the fact that they have several fire pits that create a relaxing environment. In addition they have great live music that we were able to enjoy as we listened from our room. Now for the negative... The service was definitely lacking. After listened to the great live music that ended at 8pm, my wife and I decided to go down to the lounge. We grabbed a seat by a fire pit and waited. After about 15 min. of not even getting a 'hello' I walked up to the bar and asked for a menu myself. I made a point to walk right by the one server that was covering our side of the lounge. It took about another 5 min. for the server to finally make his way over. We ordered two drinks and a dessert. The dessert came out first but no drinks. We slowly started eating the dessert with the hope that the drinks would be out shortly. We had about one bite left by the time the drinks arrived. I made a comment that it would have been nice to have the drinks with the dessert and the server apologized and said that they had to go searching for some grenadine. I would love to provide some more constructive feedback, however this is already getting to long. We are here for 3 nights. If we do end up going back we will make sure to go right to the bar to place our drink order and then head out and find a place to sit. read more