Cute coffee, tea, brunch, and lunch spot to relax and enjoy either in their outdoor patio or inside. Service was fast and friendly. Lemon ricotta pancakes with the strawberry compote was simply divine! Recommend for a nice casual spot to enjoy a meal with a friend. read more

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Aura After Dark Dinner Series That was such an amazing experience! I'm already planning to go back "Sometimes, we really need to unplug and just enjoy being with everyone and connecting." You absolutely have to try this restaurant! It's highly recommended! Food was amazing! read more

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Super cute and delicious quality food and drinks. Appreciate the attention to detail and visible high standards. read more

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Finally a brunch spot in the area that checks all the boxes. Food is healthy and delicious. The service is friendly and you can tell they're happy to be here. Music was perfect and the ambiance was lush and charismatic. They had so many yummy options it was hard to choose. Excellent selection of beverages from matcha lattes to hard kombuchas. Family friendly but also a great spot for a solo coffee. My only wish is that they are able to enclose their patio with more foliage at some point. I feel like that would just set it off. But it's still a vibe and I definitely recommend if you're in the area and looking for a solid breakfast or lunch. read more

Aura Gardens - Shrimp faro bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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The breakfast wrap was good. I would get it again. The side potatoes that it came with were a bit on the blander side, though they had a nice crispy texture. The breakfast sandwich tasted fine. The biscuit kind of fell apart as you were trying to eat it. The chicken sausage I did not like. The flavor was lacking a bit and it had a dense texture. While the items were somewhat of a mixed bag for me, I did enjoy the breakfast wrap and would recommend that. The customer service here was impeccable. Everyone here was incredibly welcoming, professional and courteous. The location was very clean. The ambience is beautiful with bright colors and upbeat music. I would definitely return to try something else and recommend people check it out. Tip: I'd recommend extra salt/seasoning on the side of potatoes. read more

I would say this place deserves a 4.0. It's clean, very pintresty, parking is easy. The steak salad was sooo good but slightly pricy. Definitely go if you want to take pictures, the food is pretty aesthetic. The service was fast. The ambiance is very cutesy. It's pink inside and the glassware they use is very nice. Could be a good place for brunch with the girls. read more

Aura Gardens - Green Goddess Steak Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Such a lovely brunch spot. We got the prime rib eggs Benedict and steak goddess bowl. Both were very tasty, however the meat was very over cooked. I got the strawberry matcha. Not the best matcha I've had. The service was great. You get into the restaurant and order at the front counter. You'll then need to find a spot to sit. It gets crowded on the weekends. Overall, we would come back and try the non-steak dishes. We enjoyed our meal here. read more

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Our first experience here. It went well. The food was delicious. You order at the counter. Staff was awesome. Restaurant was comfortable. read more

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Great little local cafe where you order and they bring you fresh creative dishes. We stopped in for breakfast and the owner made sure to stop by and check on us. The portions were decent and everything was amazing. My only complaint is there's one toilet for any and all customers. I waited for someone to come out and after 10 minutes had to leave and find a bathroom somewhere else nearby. There were only two tables including mine inside the restaurant. I can't even imagine what it's like during a busy time. read more

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Great ambiance. The espresso machine to the backsplash, all just a fun vibe. Service was friendly and attentive. Food was very good. And the coffee was pretty impressive. We thought it wouldn't be as good as the food, but it was. The milk steam was perfect. Got a cortado and hazelnut latte, both excellent. Also got the chilaquiles and lemon ricotta pancakes, and French toast. We would come back every time we are in town. read more

Staff are so friendly! We had a wonderful time dining in. We got the breakfast wrap and goddess steak bowl, super yummy! We went about a hour before closing and the inside is super cozy. read more

Aura Gardens - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

This is the second time we visit. We don't live in the area but being near by we knew we had to stop by. Food is delicious & staff is always friendly. Recommend it read more

Aura Gardens - This is our second time visiting & we love it. The food is delicious & the staff is friendly. will continue to visit when in the area. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Really nice brunch place, worth the visit! The place has a cute interior and some dog friendly, nice outdoor seating with umbrellas. The service is really friendly with the extra touch of real caring, recommendations and even a chat with the owner. And even then, what stood out is the food. The flavors are good, ingredients are high quality and what they make is on point without being fussy. E.g. I had a breakfast bowl with kale, sweet potatoes, eggs- the execution was so good, I could have it everyday. The boys good loco moco- on point! My husband got a breakfast sandwich and the biscuit for that was mmmm... good! Loved the potatoes too! Must visit, even if you have a bit of a drive like we do. read more

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Checked out this place for a girls brunch and it was so cute. The employees were so nice and catered to our needs even if you have to order at counter! The food was incredible and the ambience was beautiful. Highly recommend this place! read more

Aura Gardens - Green goddess steak bowl and a guava mimosa. So delicious. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

This is such a cute place! The food is delicious. I ordered the maple bacon benny and my son devoured the kid pancake. He also ate my benny. So good he told our waiter that he wanted to come back for dinner. Alas they are only open for breakfast. read more

Aura Gardens - maple bacon benny - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

We just happened to be in the shopping center and stopped by for lunch. The food and restaurant was fantastic. We spoke to owner RJ - what a nice guy and we love his philosophy on operating a restaurant. It would be awesome if he can open a restaurant in Naples/Ave Maria Florida. read more

This place is amazing and we love going there for a great pastry, coffee or gourmet meal. Highly recommend supporting this small and family owned spot! read more

It was really busy, but the food still came out at a reasonable time. The staff was amazing and super friendly! I got the iced strawberry matcha and Cesar wrap. The matcha was okay, wasn't a big fan. The wrap was delicious though! read more

Absolutely fabulous! We had the banana bread which was not a sugar bomb, thankfully. We also split the Sweet Potato Kale Hash which was healthy and yummy at the same time. No seed oils are ever used here. Hurray! read more

Aura Gardens - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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What a gem! Decorated like no other..in a beautifully, fresh decor...and the unique menu even better. Zero complaints only compliments for the family-owned & operated eatery. Must see & taste to believe read more

I saw it on the gram and thought ok let's try this out it looks good. Finally a spot that would rival all the eateries we've been to in San Diego. The service was pretty quick for a busy Sunday. The staff was more than nice. Mimosa yum. Salted caramel latte was good. Cesar salad chicken wrap , salmon salad sandwich, and crème brûlée were all good and got my seal of approval. Now the not so good, the chicken Parmesan on focaccia bread. Two thin cuts of breaded chicken , slightly over cooked so it's dry. The focaccia did not resemble any focaccia I ever had. Maybe a side of marinara would've helped with all the dryness. If anything, they should take it off the menu, it really doesn't flow well with the rest of the menu. Note to self , I'd stick to the mainstream highly advertised menu items next time. As for ambience , it's a vibe. Nice decor and a clean bathroom. If you're looking for a quiet place it's not, noise bounces off the floors really well. Sounded like a loud high school cafeteria when I walked in. Final takeaway, I'm willing to give this place another shot, maybe on a weekday. read more

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What a great place, with cool decor, friendly staff. We stopped in for brunch and the food was good. They're a new business and working out a few kinks. I loved to seeing people trying them out. My husband had the breakfast burrito and it was full of goodness. I tried the lemon ricotta pancakes, very light and fresh. The Capelleti orange spritzer was a perfect our. I look forward to trying lunch there. read more

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I walked in to a beautiful atmosphere with amazing chandeliers covered in flowers and bright vibes. The customer service was incredible and I said I've never been here and he was more than welcoming. I did think it was reasonable prices for breakfast and the food is absolutely delicious with fresh taste and it's incredible I say come here for brunch! read more

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I've been here before and the food has been decent--but after today, I will never return. And I will absolutely be sharing this experience with my entire community. I came in for breakfast with a friend visiting from out of town. We found space at a shared table and, to be respectful, I explicitly asked the couple already seated if the open seats were taken. They told me--very clearly--no, that the seats were available. So we placed our things down and got in line to order. While we were ordering, a white male manager/owner approached us and told us that those seats were actually "saved" for the couple ahead of us in line--despite the fact that nothing was there to indicate that, and the people already sitting at the table had told us otherwise. We were then effectively forced out of those seats. Let's be clear: there was no signage about holding or reserving tables, no personal items, and no communication suggesting those seats were reserved--until suddenly it became an issue for us. What made this even more frustrating--and frankly unacceptable--was the inconsistency. While we stood there trying to avoid making a scene, there was a white woman outside holding down three tables with gift bags while the rest of her party hadn't even arrived yet. Apparently, that behavior was perfectly acceptable. So what exactly was the difference here? Because from where I stood, the only difference was us. This wasn't just poor communication or disorganization--this felt targeted, dismissive, and deeply disrespectful. If this establishment wants to claim this has nothing to do with a racism bias, I would strongly encourage some serious reflection on how situations like this are handled and who they are handled differently for. Thank you for making it very clear what kind of establishment this really is. We will not be returning. read more

Atmosphere, deco & music is 10/10, especially considering it's in a boring strip mall. The menu is extensive and fun with unique brunch options. Food & drinks were good but nothing really wowed us besides the potato sides. The shrimp farro bowl did have a nice flavor, my partner thought it was a little too salty (I disagreed). The Mexican mocha didn't have a chocolate taste. Biscuit sandwich was dense and heavy as expected, would be cool to have some veggies or greens thrown in there and/or a more thin biscuit. Everyone was friendly and we were checked on many times. We will definitely be back because they have lots of other menu items to try. read more

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1st time here & now well be regulars! Plenty of Parking Amazing Atmosphere Fantastic Food (Quality ingredients on Chick Parm & Mediterranean Omelet) Dazzling Decor (Chabby Chic) Perfect Pricing (especially for the quality) Super Staff (very friendly) Breakfast & Lunch & soon to be dinners we're told! read more

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This place is beyond excellent!!! Seriously my go to place to eat healthy. I love their mission about healthy food. 5 star food, service is excellent!!! Ambiance is so clean and adorable. read more

I'm addicted to this kale sweet potato hash!! I come here often for it because it's so delicious + great price for the portion! My boyfriend and I love coming here for lunch or breakfast dates & it's so beautiful inside! read more

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Aura Gardens is an aesthetic oasis in this unassuming strip mall anchored by Marshalls and Dollar Tree, but its aspirational healthy food menu is a perfect complement to the concentrated area of group fitness studios. We went for soft opening day, and they were on point with service and presentation. It was very busy, seemingly lots of friends and family as many large groups seemed to know each other. The acoustics are not great, and the excitement and energy made it hard to have a conversation, but it definitely added to a celebratory vibe. We eventually moved to an open outside table and it was a perfect warm night to enjoy a drink outside. read more

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This place is INCREDIBLE!! The type of place that makes you want to keep eating even when you're stuffed. The food was so good I didn't even think to take a picture before clearing my plate. Right when you walk in, you are greeted with friendly and quick service. The employees are looking to find you a table immediately and are there to help with whatever you need. The food came out so quickly and exactly how we asked. We ordered the croissant sandwich, coffee cake, and chilaquiles. Everything was spectacular, but the chilaquiles were above and beyond. The interior is so beautiful, and the music fits the vibe perfectly. 10/10 would recommend and we will be back again!! read more

Aura Gardens - Strawberry matcha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I've been coming to Aura Gardens almost weekly since they opened; this is because they have a Seed Oil Free Kitchen, which is incredibly rare. Everything I've had on the menu has been amazing. Favorites include the maple bacon benny (the eggs are always perfectly poached, never overcooked, and the hollandaise is the best I've ever tasted), the protein toast with ribeye (seriously, how has no one thought of this before?), the lemon ricotta pancakes, the prime rib sandwich, shakshuka, tallow biscuit sandwich (the tallow biscuit is absolute heaven, I'm obsessed), and the green goddess steak bowl. They also make great cappuccinos, the atmosphere is always enjoyable, and they're dog friendly, which is a huge plus. read more

Incredible food - great vibes - great service Great first time experience we will definitely be back! read more

Aura Gardens - Shakshuka and Paru Blue Chamomile Tea - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Charming ambiance meets culinary integrity. Aura Gardens tops my collection of healthy "happy places" in North County SD. If you're particular about what you put into your body, you can find solace knowing this menu is both clean (seed-oil free!) and delicious. The Mediterranean omelette is my go-to, wonderfully fluffy and light yet filling. Hot tip, I usually order it with a side of their high-quality ribeye for extra protein. The kale sweet potato hash is also not to be missed - the green goddess aioli drizzled on top is crave-worthy. What also sets Aura apart for me are the high-quality bevies, because it's not brunch without a proper espresso machine. Seasonal lattes, skillfully frothed milk, ceremonial matcha (hand-whisked), all the things - and made by clearly experienced baristas. You can feel the love in the drinks for sure. It's definitely worth mentioning that the people running the show at Aura are 11/10. I feel warmly welcomed and cared for each time. It's palpable there's major heart and soul behind this establishment which absolutely translates to the food. Hands down my favorite breaky/brunch spot in Carlsbad. read more

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Plenty of convenient parking near the mall makes this spot easy to access. Inside, the atmosphere is vibrant yet refined, with a thoughtfully designed interior that creates a sophisticated and inviting experience. The food is just as impressive--elevated, beautifully presented, and every bit as delicious as expected. Paired with expertly crafted coffee and specialty drinks, the aesthetics and flavors truly complement one another. Once you're immersed in the setting--savoring the food, drinks, and ambiance--you'll find your day instantly brighter. The friendly, attentive staff add the final touch, ensuring you leave with a lasting sense of warmth. read more

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There is really no other way to describe this place other than 1 word--wow. Food was amazing, the chilaquiles with ribeye were cooked to perfection. Service was great, we had a miscommunication with our order and they arranged a solution without an extra charge. Ambiance was very pretty, inviting, and (my favorite part) clean! I will be back. Places like this deserve your business. read more

I go to Pure Barre classes nextdoor and literally see this place packed all the time. Finally decided to try today with family and It did not disappoint, it's SO good. Everything is so fresh and the staff are very friendly. I literally couldn't decide what to get because I wanted it all. The inside is decorated so cute also. The ONLY thing I wouldn't recommend is the collagen drink, it has a metallic aftertaste but this place is 5 stars all around , can't wait to come back. read more

This is for the heavenly lemon ricotta pancakes. So fluffy and delicious! And big! I'll be in to taste more foods.

This spot is a gem! The food is amazingly fresh and wonderful. I ordered the eggs benny so I could try the sourdough bread, and it truly lit up all my taste buds! Loved it. The chai latte was so pretty I didn't want to drink it (pic below), but who could resist! 5 stars! The place is adorable and the staff took such great care of us. To a person, all so accommodating and friendly. Do not miss out!!! Will def be returning every chance I get! read more

Aura Gardens - Chai Latte! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Absolutely phenomenal all around. The ambiance was stunning and irresistibly charming, with cozy seating and fluffy pillows that made us feel right at home. The food was exceptional, and every staff member was kind, attentive, and accommodating of my dietary restrictions. The customized mocha and ceremonial matcha my husband and I ordered were spectacular. I sampled three of the house-made sauces, and each one was delicious. My shakshuka was mouthwateringly scrumptious, and the fact that they cook with beef tallow is such a massive win--we need more restaurants that do that! My husband's wagyu beef dish was also outstanding. I tried a bite and already know what I'm ordering next time. We even had the chance to chat briefly with one of the owners, who couldn't have been kinder. I truly cannot wait to come back--local restaurants like this deserve as much support as possible! read more

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Service was excellent, prices are ok, ambience nice , will go again with more time to enjoy a relaxed meal and take pics ( had the Prime Rib Chimichuri ) read more