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    Bushfire Kitchen - La Costa

    4.0 (800 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Empanadas, Bars
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    BUSHFIRE KITCHEN - LA COSTA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Grass-Fed Chicken Empanada
    Elizabeth M.

    I eat at Bushfire quite often, both at the Del Mar and Carlsbad locations. It feels like home cooked food to me, simple, satisfying, and delicious. I like the seating area at the Del Mar location a bit better, and it's also closer to me. However, the food and presentation and service at the Carlsbad location are slightly better in my experience. I always enjoy their empanadas as well, especially the chicken one.

    Miso Salmon Crunch Bowl
    Jay T.

    Friendly service, food was delicious! Tried their new dish, easy favorite. Would highly recommend a visit this restaurant.

    Great menu selection
    YeanMay K.

    We came in for a late night meal as the restaurant was about to close. We were afraid the staff might not be happy to serve late-night customers but were wrong. The staff here was cheerful and so welcoming! Special shoutout for William and Emily! Awesome employees! We had the Tri-tip plates, burgers and Thai Chicken Curry Bowl. Everything was delicious! Ambience was cozy. Great family restaurant!

    Tri-Tip Sandwich

    This place seems like it has gone down in the quality food they serve, tri tip sandwich was disappointing, rubber steak. Quinoa salad greens slightly yellow. In the positive side the empanadas, strawberry salad, and Nashville sandwich were delicious. Service and ambiance were ok. I would return for the empanadas.

    Inside of restaurant with pure yumminess
    Gabe J.

    Food Great, i normally get the curry chicken bowl with grilled veggies but trying the spicy chicken teriyaki bowl today. Service: OK, the dark haired girl with long braid, not very happy to be at register. The food is good, so its worth it. Ambiance: Chill, casual and modern, great vibe

    Sustainable Salmon Bowl (gf)
    Anderson D.

    I hadn't ordered in a while so I decided to go for the salmon bowl. I noticed a bad taste in my mouth and was confused, as they're normally pretty good. I cut open the salmon to find that part of the insides were like, very dark and poor tasting. It's unlike any salmon I've ever tried from them. I'm not giving this a 1 star as it might be a one-off, but I want to draw attention to this issue. Is management corrects it by the next time I order I will update my review.

    Peri Peri Chicken Plate (gf) with Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes.
    Amy B.

    Food is always on point and 2nd only to a home cooked healthy meal. Joey is wonderful and provides the best customer service!

    American Burger
    Qmars D.

    The burgers here are to die for. I love the meat they use! Service was decent. It's in the beautiful La Costa Town Square which is always a high plus. Bushfire Grill gets 5 stars 10/10

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    Love their empanadas. Veggie ones are especially tasty. Quick to order and eat to take home or eat there.

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    Delicious burgers, French fries, side veggies, and fresh fruit drinks! This place has delicious and healthy food & the meat is sustainable.

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    Wonderful spot for a fresh, healthy lunch. Good was fantastic. Service was excellent. Thank you!

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    Trip tip was very chewy and cold at this location, the veggies weren't great either. This location needs some work.

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    Super fresh great sandwiches!Delicious breads!!Fantastic crispy seasoned fries!Nice friendly service!Fun reasonably priced happy hour menu!!

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