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    Texas de Brazil - Carlsbad

    3.9 (755 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:30 PM
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    Outdoor seating
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    Incredible food, great servers and Vini the manager is so helpful, brought my dog to the patio outside and loved the place and can't wait to come back!!

    Tina C.

    Amazing customer service, everyone was professional, friendly, and knowledgeable about what food item they are serving. The salad bar is HUGE and unique delicious options. Plenty to choose from and you will leave here stuffed beyond measure. The whole restaurant is extremely clean and even the bathrooms are well kept up. If you've never been, this place is a must on the list.

    Beef Rib!!!
    Karen B.

    I love meat! What's better than meat? ALL YOU CAN EAT MEAT! I'm a huge fan of AYCE KBBQ but sometimes you want all the meat but without all the effort. Thank you Texas de Brazil! I can have all the rice I want from the self service bar and all the meat I can eat without having to cook it myself. Such a treat for me to come here. My favorite cuts are beef ribs and picanha. I typically skip the chicken, pork, and sausages and focus on the beef. If you don't see you cut of meat, you can ask the server and they'll let the guys know you are waiting for a particular cut. I like this churrascaria because I feel like there is more room between tables and at the self service bar. The other ones I've been too feel more cramped either in the dining area or in the self serve area. The server gives you French fries, mashed potatoes, plantains, and pão de queijo (cheese bread) but don't load up on those because you're paying for the meat

    Drinks are on point
    Arnel D.

    Great service and a very elegant dining room. I've been to many Brazilian Streakhouses over the years and know what to expect. What's great is parking is easy and you don't have to go through the mall to get here. This spot is small but has a patio which helps during popular nights. Their food and drinks are amazing. Fresh and tasty. Staff are friendly and welcoming. You can't go wrong by choosing to dine here by yourself or with family and friends. Remember to tip well.

    Salmon, artichokes, salami, steak, bacon, various cheeses, etc
    Mary M.

    We went for dinner. Meat, after meat brought to our table. Steak was flavorful, chicken wrapped in bacon...tasty. Sides were delicious, especially the garlic mashed potatoes. My hubby had the rice and he loved the flavorsble, tender rice. Salad with olives, salmon, Caesar salad, prosciutto, olives and a lot of other treats was scrumptious. They have a diverse cocktail selection. The place was indeed crowded, but do much fun eating to your hearts content. Servers were attentive and quick to bring out meats.

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    Brian M.

    I've been to several Texas de Brazil locations and this one delivered the same great quality and service I've come to expect. Compared to Fogo de Chão and Rei do Gado in Gaslamp, Texas de Brazil brought out meats much faster on a weekday. At the other spots, I've noticed the rotation slows down when it's less busy, but here the meats just kept coming. I even kept a list of the proteins on my phone and was able to request specific cuts -- the servers were super accommodating and friendly. Service overall was great, and they did a nice job moving things along while still making sure everyone was taken care of. And I have to mention the bananas -- so good I ordered them three times! Definitely plan on coming back.

    Salad bar
    Lisa W.

    I've been coming here so many times and now just gotten their VIP dining card. It's the best deal with being 1/2 off per dinner, only valid from Monday to Thursday though and no holidays. Still worth it. My husband and I come at least once a month. We bring our baby, and a bottle of wine. We do not get their "happy hour" caiprinhas, and I quote happy hour bc they say it's $4 but it's actually $8 bc they make it a double shot during HH. Make sure you specify or they automatically do the up charge to double shot and which btw it's definitely not double the alcohol in there. So we SKIP! We also skip the fancy water $8. Sometimes we get the sparkling. But ask for tap! And not the water that comes in the blue bottle. Yes, there's little ways they add on to your bill. Although it's an AYCE, soft drinks and desserts are not included. Just like any other AYCE! That's standard. For meats, we used to hate coming on weekdays bc the service was so bad. Like the meat guys never came around and we'll just be upset sitting there with no steak. Recently, this year, they stepped up their game, so we don't mind going on the weekdays now. Our favorite meats are filet, picanha (only if they char the fat), and flank steak. They have other meats- garlic sirloin, spicy sirloin, bacon wrapped filet, tri tip, beef ribs, pork ribs, leg of lamb, lamb chops, lamb picanha, parm chicken, sausage. Yes sometimes it can be super salty, other times it's perfect. Here's a secret- eat it with a little of their chimichurri, it's excellent. I also eat it with their malaqueta peppers, pineapple carpaccio, hearts of palm and cornichons to cut the salt and fat. Then the cheese bread to cleanse the palate. I've been to Fogo De Chao recently and that's just garbage. Texas De Brazil is better. This over Fogo any time!

    Desserts cost extra .. well worth it
    Dizzle L.

    Everything was excellent. Service very professional. Food was amazing. Ambiance was delightful. We will bring others when they come to visit us here. -FYI fancy water and desserts cost extra - If you want to impress on a first date this is the place ! See you soon !

    Picanha steak. Bomb!!
    Faye A.

    We found ourselves in this upscale Brazilian steakhouse tucked into a mall like it was a hidden meat temple next to The Cheesecake Factory. Classy, right? If you've never been to a Brazilian steakhouse, imagine Tinder for carnivores, except the meat comes to you, on swords, and you're the one getting swiped (medium to medium rare, unless you're afraid of a little moo, lol)!! We sampled the medley of Picanha, Garlic Sirloin, Spicy Sirloin, Flap Meat, Filet Mignon, and Beef Ribs... each a bit saltier than a pirate's vocabulary. Then came the self-serve wonderland: salad, charcuterie, and hot sides that screamed comfort food: Au Gratin Potatoes, Feijoada Black Beans, Lobster Bisque, and more. Oh, and did i mention the endless parade of Brazilian cheesy bread, mashed potatoes, and plantains? They tried to starch us into submission. Elijah, our server/steak whisperer, was top-tier... basically the maître d' of meat!! He consistently refill our drinks and kept coming back to check on us. Ambiance: Fancy... mood lighting that made you feel romantic... and slightly unsure if you were cutting into meat or your napkin. Final verdict: Bring your appetite, your sodium tolerance, and maybe a flashlight. Salt aside, it was a carnivore's dream come true, and we enjoyed the experience.

    Tyra S.

    First time here and I try my best to devour all the deliciousness. The only thing I would say is that the meat was a bit salty. Otherwise the service from the staff was amazing and the restaurant is so elegant. I loved the salad bar! It is so nicely set and had every choice imaginable to make a tasty salad or you can make a plate of yummy sides.

    Julie T.

    I came in with the hubby at noon for the first time yesterday (7/6/25), and was absolutely delighted! Texas De Brazil is a Brazilian steakhouse restaurant. If you are unfamiliar with the concept; it's AYCE, where there is a huge salad, cold/hot item buffet that you can help yourself to, and Gauchos walk from table to table slicing fresh beef, pork, chicken, lamb, and shrimp for diners table-side. My favorites yesterday were the garlic sirloin, the flank steak, and the fillet mignon, but everything was amazing. My husband loved their lamb (I'm not fan of lamb so I didn't try it). The cold buffet is stocked full of salads, charcuterie, cheeses, a good selection of pickled veggies, and salsas. It did not disappoint either. You do have to pay à La carte for drinks and dessert, just so you know. Our service was flawless. Mine and hubby's waters never went below 1/2 full, and our server was there when we needed him, but definitely never hovered. He was a total star! The gauchos came by the table often enough too, and we were never without meat on our plates. As I mentioned above we went at lunchtime, so the dining room itself was quiet, as there were maybe a dozen tables of people. After dining with Texas De Brazil, I imagine they are off the charts busy at diner. So plan accordingly. But this place is definitely worthy of the hype! I wish I could give them 10 stars.

    Steak
    Ace D.

    Texas de Brazil is one of my favorite all-you-can-eat dining experiences. The meats keep coming and are consistently flavorful, and the salad bar has a huge variety of options. Service was attentive and quick, and the upscale ambiance makes it feel like a special night out. Even my vegetarian girlfriend found plenty of great options at the salad bar. Recommend!

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    Is there an a la carte menu when dining in?

    I believe they do, but I always just eat everything. They have an option for just the salad bar as well.

    Are there any all you can eat option?

    Yes, and I think it's like $50 per person you can also choose to opt out if that and just do salad bar

    Hello, I'm looking at bringing by best friend here as like a first date how fancy is this place on a scale from 1-10?

    For a first date? I give this place a 8. Only reason it's not a full blown 10 is you might get seated next to or near loud people or kids... it's not the restaurants fault but I'm sure if you explain your situation, they can try to seat you in a… Read more

    Nowhere are your prices. Can you tell me a range of prices and how much is the salad bar?

    The prices are on their website. Dinner is $52.99… Read more

    I have reservation soon and wanted to confirm, I see reviews saying this location no longer offers Sushi or filet mignon or beef ribs? Is this all true?

    Hi Sam, thank you for reaching out! While we no longer offer sushi at our locations we still definitely offer unlimited servings of our delicious flame grilled filet mignon and beef ribs! We look forward to serving you soon!

    Is 20% gratitude tip immediately added on? I saw online they have "recommended" tips, but now I see reviews saying it was a forced 20% added to check? Can someone from restaurant please confirm which is true.

    Hi Sam, thanks for reaching out! Gratuity is not automatically added to your check after dining unless you are dining with a large party of over 8 guests. We recommend confirming with your server after your meal just to make sure. Thanks!

    Can we use military discount or any other coupons if we we use a gift card to pay? Is the price for lunch same as dinner?

    Hi Doan, thanks for reaching out! Yes, you may use your Texas de Brazil gift card along with our Heroes' Discount, unless it is one of our discounted white gift cards purchased at wholesalers, such as Costco, a dining certificate, or a VIP Dining… Read more

    Is the self-serve buffet open?

    The salad bar was open for self-serve a couple weeks back when we were there

    Do you offer a military discount and if yes can you also the vip card?

    Hi Richard, yes we do offer a military discount. Our Heroes' Discount entitles all veterans, service members, EMS & teachers 15% off the price of dinner or lunch! However, this discount cannot be combined with any other offers, including our VIP… Read more

    How does the VIP card work? If I buy one, can I use it for everyone in my party? Or can you use it only for one person? I'm planning a dinner for a group of 12.

    Hi Juyoung, thanks for reaching out! Yes, you can use up to 12 dinners on your VIP Dining Card per reservation, they do not have to be for just one person. Thanks!

    Is military discount valid for online orders?

    Any discount for teachers?

    Yes, it falls under their "Hero's Discount" for military, first responders and teachers!

    How is the sides bar working with covid?

    Hi Lydia, thank you for reaching out! Our salad area is open with an attendant in place to build your plate based off your selections. Here is a link that explains measures in more depth: https://texasdebrazil.com/health-and-safety/

    Does the salad bar only option come with the cheese bread and other sides?

    Not sure. The place is well worth the price though.

    How much are kids?

    When purchased with a full-price meal children 2 years and under are complimentary, 3-5 years are $5.00 and 6-12 years are half price.

    I have a 2 year old what do they offer for him?

    Hello, we do not offer a kids menu, however, when purchased with a full-price meal children 2 years and under are complimentary, 3-5 years are $5.00 and 6-12 years are half price.

    How much are the kids prices?

    I think it was about $25

    Is it kid friendly?

    Yes!! Most def :) They are very accommodating and friendly. I always see lots of children there.

    How much for 1 adult?

    $49.99. But they have a $20 off coupon on-line if you sign up for something. They also offer a 20% off discount for military

    How much does it cost for lunch?

    You can find full pricing for this location here: https://texasdebrazil.com/locations/carlsbad/

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    3.9(546 reviews)
    6.4 mi

    Impressed by another Richard Blais restaurant! Ember and Rye is on the property for Park Hyatt…read moreAviara in Carlsbad but has its own separate entrance which was easy to find. There is a large complimentary parking lot right in front of the restaurant. The ambiance inside was beautiful, modern, and clean. Reservations were very easy online. If the weather permits, I highly recommend sitting outside in their wrap around patio to enjoy the lagoon and gold course views. The food was delicious. We opted for the lunch pri fixe menu which included one salad, entree, and dessert. My daughter enjoyed her burger and fries. The portions were filling. The food was fresh and tasty. We ate it all! Service was overall great. All our servers were friendly and professional. We felt welcomed by the hostess upon arrival. Service was a bit lacking towards the end and we had to flag someone down for our dessert and check. All in all, we would definitely return and hopefully see Chef Blais!

    Late post - review from my 2025 holiday trip- We enjoyed the…read morebar, friendly service, elegant view, and delicious handcrafted cocktails. I enjoyed their creation of the Manhattan very much. When we moved to the dining room for dinner, the experience dropped to a-meh First, we got the ONLY table in the room without any view, it was next to the wall and a pillar. I guess it is good for first date, as you can only look at each other ;) The server recommended the chef's special cut- Manhattan cut-, and we took his suggestion. It was a bad decision; the cut had a thick, tender middle, and I also choked on it. It was over-seasoned too, quite salty. When we shared the feedback with the server, he said he would let the chef know, but did not offer any other practical options. The famous buttery croissant was delicious, the dessert was standard. Nothing wow in the dining room. I would recommend staying at the bar for dinner!

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    Steak 48 Del Mar

    4.5(725 reviews)
    16.5 miCarmel Valley
    $$$$

    I've been coming to this steakhouse for a while now, and somehow we always end up getting the same…read moreserver,and I'm honestly so glad we do. He's always super friendly, helpful, and really knows what he's doing. He makes the whole experience better every time, whether it's recommending food, checking in at the right moments, or just being really kind. It's rare to get such consistently great service, and he definitely stands out. I always look forward to coming back because of him! his name is arman !! gives the best experience

    I made a reservation on OpenTable for 2 and noted that it was a special occasion. After arriving…read moreand self-parking, we were quickly shown to our table. Once seated, the hostess passed me an envelope with a sweet card from the GM congratulating us on our special milestone. I got a refreshing lychee mocktail. All the food was fabulous. We started with their hanging bacon and their complimentary bread rolls. The hanging bacon slices were thick, beautifully presented, and delicious. We also got the scallop entree for an appetizer. It came with 6 huge, tender, perfectly cooked and seasoned scallops and an extraordinarily delightful sauce. I held onto the sauce for my steak! We each got a steak- petite filet mignon medium rare for me, and bone-in ribeye rare for my husband. They were cooked exactly as we ordered and absolutely scrumptious. At the end we got the Triple Chocolate Bomb which was rich, decadent, and gorgeous. It also came with a very personal touch - a note written in Chocolate on the plate! Incredible attention to detail for each guest. Service was extremely attentive. Our water glasses were refilled frequently! They paced the courses well and did not make us feel rushed. Lighting was dim but each table's light could be brightened for menu browsing. A couple of additional delighters-- the toilets automatically open their lids when you are there, they auto-flush, and their lids auto-close. I love the high tech and very clean bathroom. They also called me the day after our visit to thank us for visiting. Top notch service!

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    Cleaver wall in the entrance is dramatic.

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    Same Same

    4.5(256 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    My husband and I came here for our first wedding anniversary and it was amazing! Don't let the…read moresmall menu fool you - every single thing we ate was delicious! FOOD: - hot potatoes: has a pickled radish and some sort of crème sauce that was so good - these were my husband's favorite. - chicken satay: It came with pickled cucumber (think when it's cucumber kimchi, but it wasn't a kimchi type of marinade). The peanut sauce had a little spice (if you don't have any spice tolerance I would avoid the sauce, but it was sooo good). This was my favorite. - khao soi curry (has egg noodles) and that was delicious. We added the brisket to it which was a good add. My husband ate his so fast and I had to make him not take any more so we could have leftovers! DRINKS: - we got complimentary champagne for our anniversary which was so so sweet of them and made our night! The champagne itself was actually one of the best champagnes I have had. It had a nice sweetness to it. - my husband had the thai lager, which he said was okay. It tasted like most lagers he's had. - we shared the tangerine you are my sex machine as it sounded interesting and i do have to say this was the only thing we weren't big fans of. it was very smokey, but my husband put "old boat motor" in my head and that's all we could taste. if you love smokey drinks this would be for you. - I had a house cocktail that I cannot remember the name of for the life of me, but it was sweet, peachy (I think) and had champagne in it from what I remember. It was so good and would get it again! The vibe inside the restaurant was cool and there are over 30 tigers (our server counted for us, but she said she couldn't even find them all). The bathrooms were cute and very clean. 10/10 recommend. The check even came in a romance novel!

    Located in the village on the second level of the plaza, is an artsy and definitely trendy little…read morerestaurant but not in a way that's doing too much. I think everything really complimented each other well from the music to the art to the menu, it was great! Our server was nice as we were indecisive with even such a small menu, we had a hard time. The drinks were good and strong, unique and creative. Which I guess when you're going out and want to stay on theme, it works. We had the coconut broth hamachi which was so lip-smackingly addictive with those wonton chips! I would come back just for that dish! The chicken satay skewers were also delicious and the sauce that came with it was a good mix of sweet, savory, spicy and salty. I do think from there it was kind of just okay? I got the half fried chicken which smelled a fish sauce glaze and that's what I went in expecting but there was no punch of that fish sauce flavor you know? It needed a bit more pop. BF got the pork belly banh mi bowl which I guess in theory why would you get that at a Thai place? But the pork belly was hard and firm, not as you'd expect it to be which was dissapointing. Our friends got the Khao Soi which was delicious I do have to say and the Panang with Brisket. I think it was cool to try but im just stuck in my ways and prefer the ole mom and pop down the road with more options. But its fun for a night out!

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    Same Same - 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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    Rare Society - Wedge Salad Perfection. Refreshing and flavorful. Their glaze balsamic vinaigrette really completes this!

    Rare Society

    4.0(455 reviews)
    13.6 mi

    A classic steakhouse specializing in wood-grilling. Starting with the lamb lollipops, $9 each, to a…read moregrilled artichoke, $21, to the beef dishes. Our table 4 enjoyed the 8-ounce filet mignon, $68, the 60-ounce bull's-eye ribeye, $74, and a tasty mac & cheese, $15. Excellent cuts of meat. Prepared to order. Creative array of cocktails. Lively bar area. Wines by the glass from $17-$43. Local draft beers. Expensive wine list. The cheapest white is $60 a bottle for an Albarino from California, $72 for a Santa Barbara Pinot Noir, and then up to sell several over $200 and $300. The Dominus, from Napa, is $620. We brought our own wines; corkage is $35. Service is among the best we've experienced in the county. This included the handling of our two older wines and great busing service throughout the dinner, with water refills and well-orchestrated clearing of the plates. Somewhat dark, noisy interior, outdoor patio for casual dining and happy hour fun, watching the colorful crowds passing by on this busy section of Solana Beach.

    Went here to celebrate my daughter's 21st birthday! I've had this spot "saved" for this occasion!…read more We had 7 in the other party, so yes, we definitely made reservations. We had this fun bar table so we were higher off the ground. It was cold, so sitting near the door was not fun when the door kept opening and closing with that draft coming in. That made our experience a little more annoying. Most of us had to keep our jacket on to stay warm. Wasn't really expecting to wear my jacket during dinner. Anyways, forget my coldness for a second. The food was delicious and here I go: Parker House Rolls (we ordered 2)....YUM! fresh out of the oven....soft and just yum! Bacon: it was alright....not a fan of the glaze, but others in my party liked it. Boards: Associate (1) and Executive (1) Meat: 8 oz snake river wagyu and 22 oz dry-aged ribeye Sides: Potato au gratin (2), asparagus (1), whipped potatoes (2), shell mac (2) and broccolini (1) It was a great experience, definitely on the pricey side, but my daughter enjoyed her 21st birthday dinner surprise with family!

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    Rare Society - Inside bar

    Inside bar

    Rare Society - Bananas Foster Cheesecake a.k.a dream.

    Bananas Foster Cheesecake a.k.a dream.

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    Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse - Risotto Del Giorno

    Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse

    3.9(1.5k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$$

    We came here for dinner to celebrate my hubby's birthday. We had a reservation at 6:45pm. Valet was…read morepacked so we parked around the corner. There is a host as you enter in the door. She greeted us with a big smile and checked us in our reservation. We were seated in the outside patio overlooking the beach. It was a beautiful view. The server came to greet us right away. He ask what we wanted to drink and afterwards told us the special menu for the night. First we started with the appetizers. We had the Fritto di Calamari e gamberretti and the Carpaccio di manzo. The calamari and rock shrimp were soft and crunchy. The batter was flavorful but subtle and the marinara sauce tied it altogether. We loved the filet mignon carpaccio. It was tender and rich. The cheese, capers and arugula provided a great balance to this dish. For our entree, we had the spaghetti portofino, Pappardelle con funghi e Capesente and Cappellaci di Manzo. When our food came we could not believe how huge their portions are. One entree is equal to 2 entrees and it makes sense because the price is up there. The Portofino, had huge amount variety of seafood and the scallop and jumbo prawn stood out which was placed on top of the dish. Wish they did have more spaghetti, but we were happy with it. All the seafood was cooked perfectly. Soft and tender and the pesto sauce was more like a little bit of marinara and pesto. The Parpadelle was cooked with just the right texture and the different types mushroom had full of Umami flavors. You can tell they make their own pasta. The 2 huge scallops in the sides were cooked just right, tender and just delicious! This was to die for. The Carpellaci was amazing!!! The hat-pasta was full of braised prime short rib and the porcini cream sauce with aged asiago and black truffles really excelled this dish. The sauce was creamy and just bursting with great flavors. All of these dishes were outstanding!!! Ofcourse none of us finished our entree. We were stuffed half way. We were not disappointed!!! We had plenty of leftovers. Also the bus boy and the servers really took care of us. Our water was always filled up. At the end they served my hubby with a birthday cannoli with a candle. We all got a taste of his birthday dessert and wow this cannoli is fantastic. It's a great way to end the evening! If you're heading to Carlsbad, this place is a wonderful restaurant to spend a special occasion or a celebration to the end of your vacation.

    The service was exceptionally bad. Once my party arrived, the waiter did not come back and check on…read moreus. To make matters worse, when I asked for cracked peppers, he set the pepper dispenser on the table and walked away. The food was decent. I had eggplant. It was ok. I do not recommend this restaurant. For a place that charges $50/plate the food should be outstanding and the service should be excellent. I have been to Tuscany and this place doesn't come close.

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    Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse - Sunset view from table

    Sunset view from table

    Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse - Chilled Seafood Platter

    Chilled Seafood Platter

    Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse - "Robertini" their version of a dirty martini and its delicious

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    "Robertini" their version of a dirty martini and its delicious

    20|Twenty

    20|Twenty

    3.9(883 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Locally sourced ingredients

    The breakfast options were not only surprisingly diverse for a hotel restaurant, but well…read moreportioned, well prepared, and quite delicious. We had the All-American Breakfast with a side pancake (we could not substitute the toast for a pancake), Crab Benedict, Classic Benedict, Brioche French Toast and a side of bacon. The food came out fast and hot! I'm a sucker for hollandaise, so if you are too, be sure to ask for extra; I should have. Our server, Henry was full of quiet but radiant positive energy as he anticipated our every need! It was a wonderful experience to end a 3-day work event! PS My wife ate dinner here two other nights with colleagues and enjoyed it just as much.

    Had a very nice lunch on 4/18 with our dog. It was very relaxing sitting out in the spacious patio,…read moreenjoying the beautiful Carlsbad weather. The restaurant is very nice and clean both inside and outside. We were greeted by a very friendly hostess, so great first impression. Henry was our server and he was amazing! Very professional, great sense of humor, and very attentive. Took great care of our dog too. Some other staff members came by and everyone was very nice. We ordered the crab cakes, spicy N'duja and shrimp rigatoni, and fresh catch tacos. Everything had good flavoring and the portions were more than reasonable. We also felt the prices were reasonable considering the location, quality of the food, high-level service, and beautiful relaxing ambiance. We eat out often but don't really leave reviews. But our experience at 20 | Twenty was definitely worth mentioning. We will return and try other items next time in the area and will be sure to tell others about it! Thanks for a very very pleasant surprise!!

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    20|Twenty
    20|Twenty - TWENTY/20 Grill terrace with coastal views, fire and water features

    TWENTY/20 Grill terrace with coastal views, fire and water features

    20|Twenty

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