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    4.4 (1.7k reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Blackened Shrimp Chop Chop Salad
    KayAnna S.

    My family and friends and I love coming here for dinner! Although it is more of a sports bar with an arcade, they do have some full restaurant seating options. Their food is amazing here as well. Honestly everything I've ever ordered has impressed me every time. I recently had their blackened shrimp chop chop salad and it was divine. Their vinaigrette with feta cheese really brought all of the different flavors of the salad together. Shrimp was perfectly blackened too! Some of my favorite apps include their brussel sprouts, buffalo cauliflower, buffalo and sweet chili lime wings, bang bang shrimp, and onion rings. All of their pizzas and especially their spicy bbq chicken Mac and cheese are just delicious. I honestly don't think you could go wrong with any option you can order off their menu!

    Blackened grilled chicken sandwich with Parmesan truffle fries, wings, surf and turf sandwich with Parmesan truffle fries
    Kenia E.

    one of the best experiences I've had in a while! The service was amazing, everyone was incredibly nice, very attentive. The food is AMAZING! Fresh, delicious, light, tasty. The environment is perfect, sports, chill, service amazing, overall great experience! Don't sleep on this place!

    Julie U.

    We came here on a whim for my husband's birthday. Service was AMAZING. Management was super helpful. One of the games wasn't working and my 7 year old tapped the card repeatedly not understanding it wasn't working. Totally drained the card. Our sever immediately got management to fix it. We had an absolute blast! Our server was Gage, but everyone was so helpful it was hard to tell who our server was. Definitely come during the daytime/early afternoon. No crowds. Just fun!!

    Ray J.

    Our server- Mia was super friendly and helpful, that made the frst visit very enjoyable. Huge selection of good beer and many holidays promotions, even the fun golf stimulation room has Wed half off, and it's a great deal!

    Got to watch the Australian Open on one of the many TVs there!
    Jonathan L.

    Came here as part of a wedding group, and they were able to comfortably fit us all! Service was fast and friendly, and there are lots of TVs everywhere (we watched the Australian tennis open). There is an arcade and golf simulators for those who are so inclined, and the food was great! We had sliders (beef, friend chicken, and pulled pork), mac and cheese with friend onions, and French fries--all were simple but delicious!

    The Draft Republic Burger
    Lidia R.

    Came here on Easter (praise Jesus!) and it was such a good time! We ordered the white truffle pizza, the draft republic burger, the western burger, the chicken Caesar salad, and the bang bang shrimp. All the food was very tasty! Oily, but tasty. Their ketchup was really good and a little spicy! Service was very kind, especially our photographer Jessie. We will be coming here again and look forward to play some of the games also :)

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    Erick M.

    GREAT Sports Bar with GOOD FOOD, good drinks, good service and great atmosphere Food: -Surf and Turf Quesadilla (5/5)! Shrimp, brisket, 3 blend cheese with a good portion of pico de gallo and guacamole plus more, DELICIOUS!! HIGHLY Recommended! -Rib Eye Philly cheese Steak: (4.5/5) very flavorful -Parmesan Fries are worth it if you're in the mood for delicious fires with added flavor (5/5) Ambiance: -Every place in the area has a view of a TV -they have a giant screen in the middle of the restaurant which makes it a great spot to watch your favorite sporting event Service: Great service, friendly, good recommendations and accommodating! HIGHLY RECOMMEND sports bar

    Denise C.

    Be aware of the "5% supplemental fee"; also was charged before tax and tip. It wasn't told to us by the server before ordering or during payment process; by the time we realized it, we already paid. I checked the menu again, then noticed the small print at the bottom of the menu stating the fee. That being said, the atmosphere is decent. It's what you expected of a nice beer sports bar/restaurant. Food was just ok for the price; each person spent about $35 (1 item + 1 beer + 5% fee) before tax and tip. Service was fair, but we definitely felt deceived for not being told about the fee at all until we asked about it after paying. We won't be back for sure. There are other beer sports restaurants that don't try to deceive their customers.

    Sliders, white truffle pizza
    Catherine Z.

    While the service was fantastic and we had a great waitress (the only reason for a two star rating instead of one), the food was extremely lacking. The white truffle pizza seemed promising, but it arrived looking burnt (see photo) and it was so difficult to eat and hard. We couldn't eat more than a couple of slices and had to leave the remaining slices left cuz it felt inedible and hard to bite. We added chicken on top and it was also so extremely dry and unseasoned. The sliders were mediocre, nothing stood out and definitely didn't live up to the price (~$20). The best thing of the sliders was the salad it came with and the fries. While this place may be great for its drinks, the food was so disappointing and I would recommend to not order either the sliders or the pizza.

    Lee D.

    Get the Brussel sprouts! Crispy, savory, and a huge portion. I would come back just for this dish alone. Kid friendly with a large kid's menu that covers everything kids will eat like pizza, chicken tenders, etc. I got the Santa Fe salad that was huge, but just okay. The chicken was very dry, but everything else was fresh and crunchy. Besides the huge selection of beers, there's also a small arcade area and virtual golf section. Server was attentive and food came out quick.

    Hazy IPA
    Joseph H.

    I come here a lot after work and the bartenders are always super nice and easy to talk to. One night after a long shift they even gave me a drink on the house, which really made my night. Service like that is why I always make sure to leave a good tip. Food's solid too. I'm a big fan of the chicken tenders and the truffle fries, definitely recommend. Great spot to relax and grab a drink.

    Burger
    Julie P.

    I have ate here a few times and it never disappoints. They have a large beer and drink selection so much so that I was having a hard time choosing. I settled on a pear cider beer which was great. I sat at the bar and the service was quick and good. I ordered a beyond burger and it came with fries and a small salad. It was a large amount of food and awesome that it came with a small salad. I will definitely be back!

    Brussels sprouts
    Crystal C.

    Let me start off with why I give it 3 stars, the place has potential for more stars, if the restrooms weren't so horrible. I always look into the cleanliness of a place, and the bathrooms have major sewer issues, it makes it stink horribly, and worse it was so dirty they need major cleaning. Another reason for 3 stars was our service, our waitress we saw at the beginning and at the end no personality nor effort, she didn't want to be there I get it, but show up and at least check if your table needs refills. Now the 3 stars is for the actual food, nice quantity for happy hour prices, the food was really good too no complaints there. I just wouldn't go back until those restrooms get some much needed TLC. We always wash our hands before eating so a clean place to do so is a necessity for us, please do better in cleaning.

    pretty good steak medium well pretty cool place to come and hang out they have pretty cool employees fire fire

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    Ask the Community - Draft Republic Carlsbad

    Is this place kid friendly?

    Yea! Definitely. A few arcade games as well.

    Do they play the UFC fights?

    Unfortunately Draft Republic does not show combat sports.

    Is there a kids menu?

    They do not have one from what I remember.

    What type of alcohol is available & is any of the food Gluten Free?

    Draft Republic has a full bar. There are some GF items on its menu: Tuna Tataki, Poke Tacos, Steak Frites, several salads, and burgers ordered without bun.

    What was the name of the restaurant at this location before it was Draft Republic? My wife and I had our reception there and cannot remember what it was called in 2014.

    It was a Claim Jumper. https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/entertainment/dining-and-drinking/sd-et-dining-draft-20170217-story.html

    Is there outdoor seating for groups?

    Hi Alynna, The only outdoor area we have is our covered terrace with the sliding glass windows. It… Read more

    What time is happy hour?

    Hi Carl, Draft Republic in Carlsbad offers Happy Hour Daily from 2:30-5:30pm. You can view their… Read more

    Will there be a location in Escondido on grand ave. we saw the sign prior to this Covid time hoping they'll still open a location there?

    Hi Val, We have no plans at this time to open a Draft Republic in Escondido. Maybe the sign was… Read more

    Is this location open yet?

    Draft Republic in Carlsbad has not reopen yet. We do not have a reopening date set at this time. For updates you can join our e-Cuisine Club on our website or follow Draft Republic on social media.… Read more

    Do they have a private dining room?

    Not sure didn't see one

    Is it pet friendly?

    No. There's no outdoor seating to accommodate pets.

    Do they play music and if so what kind?

    Yes they do play 80s music and also classic rock

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    20|Twenty

    20|Twenty

    3.9(883 reviews)
    1.0 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 - TWENTY/20 Grill terrace with coastal views, fire and water features

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

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    Wildland - Malfadine

    Wildland

    4.0(464 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    Long overdue review! We've been here about 4 times and had to share the food here is absolutely…read moreexcellent, the vibes are great, and every server we've encountered was just wonderful. We enjoy going to their other restaurants Campfire and Jeune et Jolie, but Wildland is the place to go for breakfast in Carlsbad. Try the breakfast sando and any of the pastries. Big shout out to Floor Manager, Jared who helped us during a very busy Mother's Day weekend when the line was just about out the door. After he realized we were there to order takeout, he took care of us at the bar and saved us from a very long wait. We really appreciated this and understood he was very busy, but still made time to give us a great experience. It reminds us why we love going to this group of restaurants. We saw him again today and when we mentioned we're interested in going to Lilo for our Anniversary, he gave us a quick tour of the dining area, which was nice to see. Thanks, Jared! We'll be back. soon!

    What a beautiful restaurant! Had to try due to other yelp great food reviews!…read more Loved the farm to table concept~ sourced locally! The snap peas were yummy! The homemade sourdough was on point. Tried a couple of pizzas and pasta dishes. We were told that food would come out staggered. Pizzas would come first.... And they did. We came at 5 when the restaurant wasn't yet busy. Someone stopped by to box our pizza before all the food came out. I watched food dropped to other tables wondering why it was taking way too long more than 45 minutes... The pasta with sausage never came out... they boxed it and comped it but it was a little too late... Cocktails were pricey. Paid $17 for a coffee martini.... Wanted to try the fishbowl but at $75 I will go get a handle at a third of the price... Bonus dog friendly on outside dirt patio

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    Wildland - Inside before the dinner crush

    Inside before the dinner crush

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    Guaciale pizza

    Wildland - Sour dough bread starter, the best thing we ordered

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    Sour dough bread starter, the best thing we ordered

    Campfire - Baked Alaska

    Campfire

    4.3(3.1k reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$$

    We happened upon Campfire while visiting our kids and decided to stop in for dinner in Carlsbad…read more From the moment we sat down, we were warmly greeted by Kaden, who was both charming and helpful. He guided us through the menu and recommended ordering a variety of dishes to share from each category, which turned out to be a great suggestion. We started with the tomato appetizer, cornbread, and the standout dish of the night--the incredible head of broccoli. For our mains, our son and daughter-in-law shared the roasted chicken, while my husband and I shared the pork chop. Every dish was exceptional, but the broccoli truly stole the show--even my husband, who rarely eats vegetables, loved it. Kaden struck the perfect balance with his service--attentive without ever being overbearing--which made the experience even more enjoyable.

    They are truly committed to the theme of camping. From the theme of the restrooms to the interior…read moreof the restaurant all the way down to the food. But, to me, at the end of the day, it's a restaurant, and serving food that is basically burned to oblivion is probably not great. Even when camping, I would never be charring my food into dust. Got the cornbread, the broccoli head, the ribeye, and smores for dessert. Cornbread was good. Very unique! One of the few things I did like about this place. The broccoli and ribeye was just too much. The broccoli florets were cooked over fire until it was basically ash in mouth. Ribeye quality was decent, but again, the char taste covered any meat flavor. Left much to be desired. Unique experience. Would not be back again.

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    Campfire - I have no idea what this was, but it has plantain.

    I have no idea what this was, but it has plantain.

    Campfire - Pork belly

    Pork belly

    Campfire - S'mores , love it!

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    S'mores , love it!

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