Carlsbad is known for many things, particularly its beaches, desirable weather and family-friendly activities. Did you know the coastal town also has a booming restaurant scene? With dozens of restaurants in this large city, residents and visitors have several fine dining options. Narrowing down a short list of 3 best Carlsbad restaurants is no easy task, but we gave it a shot:
- Nozomi Sushi & Japanese Fusion
- Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza
- Paon Restaurant and Wine Bar
Nozomi Sushi & Japanese Fusion is a popular restaurant with a welcoming atmosphere and a staff that believes sushi is art. The chefs take their job seriously and it shows. Dishes are bursting with unique flavors and look almost too good to eat.
One of the more popular menu items isthe ceviche roll. It is a stuffed with spicy crab, spicy tuna, shrimp tempura and cucumber, topped with yellowtail salmon and avocado. It is delicious! If sushi is not your cup of tea, this family-friendly restaurant also offers several vegetarian dishes as well as New York steak and grilled chicken.
3050 Pico Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 434-1230

Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza is an award-winning pizza joint that allows you to build your own pizza with unlimited toppings at no additional cost. This fun restaurant is all about providing exceptional quality at lightning-fast speeds, and they deliver. Once in the oven, it only takes 180 seconds to get your pizza to your perfect level of delicious.
5620 Paseo Del Norte
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 804-9027
Paon Restaurant and Wine Bar offers an elegant and intimate dining experience, Specializing in French cuisine,this local favorite features seasonal, locally grown, organic produce and prime meats, game and fish.
If you are looking for a private dining experience, Paondining room is perfect for an intimate family gathering or a professional business meeting. The private dining area seats up to 20 people and is equipped with a 40 inch flat screen TV and wifi.
2975 Roosevelt Street
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 729-7377
Carlsbad offers a wealth of dining options that erupt with flavor and panache. During your next night out, consider dining at one of these fine restaurants.