pretty cool place good employees come here and hang out. They got pretty good food but the steak medium well fire fire but come down here and have some drinks. Good beer. read more

Draft Republic Carlsbad - pretty good steak medium well pretty cool place to come and hang out they have pretty cool employees fire fire - Comfort Food Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Draft Republic is hands-down our favorite local sports bar. Every Friday night, this is our go-to spot -- you can always find us here. The atmosphere is fun, relaxed, and exactly what you want to kick off the weekend. Jake and the entire team are amazing. The service is consistently friendly, attentive, and welcoming, and they genuinely make you feel like part of the community. It's one of those places where you're treated like a regular from day one. Great vibes, great people, and a place we look forward to all week. Fridays just wouldn't be the same without Draft Republic. read more

Draft Republic Carlsbad - Comfort Food Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Would come back again and highly recommend for a fairly priced food menu and drink options. They even have 3 electronic goft swing areas although pricey, recommend coming on Thursdays for the golf cause it's half off those days of the week. For those not into the electronic golf swinging with the big screen, they have plenty of fun game machines for the kiddos or even teenagers to play. Large open seating areas and plenty of seating at the bar with tons of TVs. Would come back & the staff here was very friendly! read more

Draft Republic Carlsbad - Comfort Food Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Came here twice to watch Fifa games. Both times it was packed and a lot of fun! TVs all around, energetic crowd, yummy food but the best of all was the staff. Everyone we so friendly, attentive and did everything to ensure everyone had a great time. Shout out to Abby who went above and beyond to help me and many others I saw approach her! read more

The Karl strouss stout and the peanut butter beer from benching beaver are both amazing! Especially if u add the PB foam on top. The food is amazing too, especially the brisket fries. More than enough for two ppl to split. So many giant TV's everywhere too. Wish I would've taken a pic of my beer n fries. Sooooooo good! I think ima move in, it's my new home! read more

Visited draft republic today to watch the Rams game and grab some food. We had the $20 tailgate deal pretty tasty. Ordered some wings and nachos all were really good. Our server Kaitlyn M was very attentive and super sweet. We will definitely come back here to eat and watch the games! read more

What a great spot to unwind, grab a few drinks, and eat delicious food! Came on a Thursday evening at 5 pm with a large group of friends. We had a reservation and got seated immediately. It's always challenging serving a large rowdy group but our server was super friendly and efficient. She not only walked us through the drinks and food menus but also made sure our drinks, appetizers and food were always flowing throughout the evening I started with a hard cider then a whiskey sour to go along with the Draft Republic Burger. The burger was decadent with an egg, bacon, cheese, and brioche bun. It also came with delicious sides of fries and salad. The vibes inside are lively and chill with various arcade games. I would definitely come back! read more

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They have a good happy hour. The wings and fries were good. Brussel Sprouts were good but too much balsamic. $19 for a Buffalo Trace Old Fashion is crazy, won't order that again. Our waiter did a great job read more

Draft Republic Carlsbad - Brussel Sprouts - Comfort Food Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Do not bring a large group to Draft Republic. The plentiful TV screens and beer taps are tempting, but the service and food are as bad as it gets. In an empty restaurant on a Tuesday night, it took 30 minutes to get my first and only beer of the night. The waiter just vanished and left our group with empty glasses for long stretches. This is a beer bar that brags of 101 taps but is unable to sell beer and bring it to customers. As they say, "you had one job...." As for the food, some things like the Caesar salad and the sliders were solid. Unfortunately, Draft Republic sent out one of our main proteins in an overcooked/burnt state. A clerk at a truck stop wouldn't dare put chalky, desiccated chicken like this into their hot display case. I politely showed the manager the burnt chicken, and his managerial response was a one word "sorry" in passing followed by nothing. If you don't believe me, check out the picture I posted. It's the only shot I got because the manager saw me taking it and finally took away the dish to replace it. Amusingly, he was rude when the remade chicken finally came back, sarcastically offering to hand me the hot tray and saying "is this good enough for you?" Let's just say that for $40 per person, basic service and edible food might be expected. For some reason we got neither. It might have been a bad night but it doesn't get any worse than this Draft Republic. read more

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Great spot and fast and excellent service . Drink and food were spot on and enjoyed the music too.

Rude staff, tourist trap. Wouldn't know anything about the food or beverages, since the bartenders were rude from the moment we sat down and we immediately left to go to another sports bar. read more

Service was 5 stars Food was pretty average TVs and ambiance was 5 stars Ordered Onion rings - way too skinny. Should've been cut thicker. So it tasted really greasy by the third onion rings Draft Republic burger was okay. Lacked something but was probably best dish. Still prefer Islands burger Fries - were seasoned and just okay. Fried really well Sliders were just okay. Surf and turf quesadilla - very greasy tasting. Might be ok if you share and just eat one. Maybe they should go easier on the cheese. If it was chicken breast it would balance the fat Overall I much prefer Islands and I'm not a chain restaurant person Aioli sauce was salty read more

A group of us goes to Draft Republic every Wednesday after playing volleyball. It's been our regular spot for a couple years. The service is always so welcoming, and the food and drinks are great too. When we sit at a table, Genevieve is the most amazing server. So friendly, attentive and on top of everything. When it's just a couple of us, we sit at the bar, and Kaleigh and Vee are there with solid service. Food-wise, you really can't go wrong. Solid burgers, the best French fries ever, and excellent pizzas. Great crust. They used to have poke tacos that have gone away - I hope they bring back some lighter fare to the menu. Go. You won't be disappointed. read more

Do you struggle with commitment? Have friends visiting? Don't like beer? Get bored of the same drinks? Then come to draft republic! I paid by the ounce for over 10 ciders and 4 wines and 3 beers that I got to pick. Spacious seating and tons of variety. It's like a drinking arcade and you get to choose. Good location when walking in the cute downtown area too. I would go for drinks after a nearby dinner. read more

I continue to be amazed by how many beers Draft Republic has! This continues to be a very fun spot, with some good food. I went with a couple of friends on a Saturday night, and we were able to use the golf simulator. It didn't seem to be very crowded, And there were no issues reserving it in person. (Although I have a feeling if it was a very popular sports night, or maybe even a little bit earlier in the evening, we might not have been so lucky). The drinks were good, some of the appetizers that we got were good and the golf simulator was very fun! Although the golf simulator is a bit pricey yet, $90 for one hour plus an additional $15 to rent clubs. read more

I watched a World Cup game here with my 1@ year old daughter. Wonderful service and setup. Our waitress was Geneveve. She was attentive, kind, and proactive. It's hard to find good service; she crushed it! Food is good. Arcade is fun. Beer selection lives up to the name. read more

We decided to go check out draft republic while on little vacation and it did not disappoint! Great spot to go for food and drinks. Also our server Geneveve was the absolute best! She was super attentive and made sure our drinks were always full, plus had some great recommendations for what to order! Will definitely be back if we ever visit Carlsbad area again in the future! We decided to go check out draft republic while on little vacation and it did not disappoint! Great spot to go for food and drinks. Also our server Geneveve was the absolute best! She was super attentive and made sure our drinks were always full, plus had some great recommendations for what to order! Will definitely be back if we ever visit Carlsbad area again in the future! read more

This is a fun place for a group! There were only 2 of us here for dinner, but the majority were large groups. This place is huge, so you can be at table benches, booths, stools, or the bar. They have all kinds of drinks, appetizers, comfort food, salads; a lot! I had the steak salad, and it was so large I couldn't finish it. The steak was so good that I gobbled it up too quickly, and left too much of the greens behind. As you can see in the photo the steak serving on the salad is very generous, not cut up into little pieces; I was impressed with this salad and the other fresh ingredients. The ambiance is definitely loud filled with various large TVs and a variety of live sports to watch. You can play games at this restaurant like virtual golf and a few arcade style games. read more

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This is the go to place after a day spent at Legoland. We came Saturday evening and was seated promptly. There is plenty of seating from high top tables to picnic tables with plenty of tvs. Also, even a mini arcade and virtual golf. Kara was our waitress and she was amazing. She was able to give us some recommendations on their beers and foods. We would definitely come back again! They had great drinks and even bought out some dessert for my son's birthday. Thank you Draft Republic! read more

Beers great. Foods definitely reheated. Or premade. Its never hot either which was a big irk. Id say its not worth the price so eat else where and just enjoy the beer and appetizers. read more

This place did not disappoint! We actually ended up coming two days in a row while visiting San Diego. Let's just say we were starving and ordered it all. We ordered pizza, wings, shrimp, burger, brisket fries, buffalo cauliflower, and Philly cheesesteak. The flavor was amazing! For me, I loved the brisket fries and burger the most. The wings could have been cooked a little more, but it was still good. The buffalo cauliflower was a disappointment, don't think I'd recommend getting that. The service is good, although there was a slight confusion the second day and no one approached us for 15-20 min. They were very apologetic tho so I wouldn't hold that against them. The ambiance is mellow. It's family friendly, they have an indoor/outdoor area, bring screens to watch sports on, and and arcade!!! I think it's a great place to just relax and enjoy good food and company. read more

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This place is definitely a lively, sporty vibe. Came in at 5:30 on a Wednesday and were seated immediately. Plenty of big groups and tons of TV's everywhere. There was a Wednesday whisky and wings special, though I only paid attention to the fact that you get $3 off their pound o' wings, which would make them $13.95 as opposed to $16.95. I was tempted, but that will have to wait for another visit. We got buttered noodles with Parmesan for the kids ($7.95). Yeah, they enjoyed it because butter and carbs, but it was not a good deal for the price. Won't order off of kids menu again. Husband and I both ordered their restaurant week menu, with him substituting his appetizer for a beer. Food came out maybe 5 minutes after we ordered; it was absurdly fast. This short wait time turned out to be an anomaly. Chop chop salad was pretty good. Not overly dressed, acidic, plenty of crunchy vegetables, dried figs. I liked it. I can see how it would be better with blackened shrimp, which is how it is served on their normal menu. Their burger was huge, and served with a lightly dressed side salad and little basket of fries with seasoned ketchup. I thoroughly enjoyed all of this, though the burger was exceptionally messy to eat. There is certainly no dainty way to go about this beast. Fine with me, I'd been craving a juicy, greasy burger and this was perfect. Fries were delightfully crispy but I would've appreciated the option to have just regular ketchup instead of the seasoned ketchup. It got to be a bit too punchy and spicy after a bit. Our waitress initially told us they didn't have bread pudding, so we both got the carrot cake as our only other option per the restaurant week menu. Then she let us know after we were done with our entrees that they were actually out of the carrot cake and only had bread pudding. That was all fine, but what was kind of frustrating was the 15-20 minute wait to get this dessert out to us after she we were done with entrees and she had let us know about this mix up. I'm not sure what was going on with the kitchen, especially given how quickly our food was out. Our kids were losing it, so we had to ask them to just box up our bread puddings to go, which should've taken no time at all but was still maybe 8-10 minutes after asking for them to go. It was odd, but not a dealbreaker. We did not like the bread pudding at all. Densest, heaviest, almost mochi cake-like consistency most one note block of bread pudding I've ever had, and I usually love all kinds of bread pudding. There was a distinct layer of bread that was at the top (over baked and a bit burnt on top) and a dense "pudding" on the bottom. Should have been more uniform and definitely should've been fluffier/lighter in texture. Served with a side of very sweet caramel-like sauce. Disappointing we waited for it, wouldn't get this again even if it were the only option off of a prix fixe menu. Overall, we did like our main course burger and I liked my chop chop salad plus the initial fast service was a positive enough experience that I'd rate our visit as closer to a 3.5 than a 4. There is definitely room for improvement in certain areas but maybe it was just a weird night, and maybe restaurant week isn't the right thing to base a restaurant off of. I'd definitely come back for a full experience all said and done. I think they've got it in them. read more

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Came here with my friends for Monday night football. Ordered a surf and turf quesadilla and literally had to hit 100 in my Mazda Miata after bc I was lit. Love this place, service by Kaleigh R. was fantastic. read more

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The service we received from Kaleigh R. at Draft Republic absolutely deserves recognition. From the moment we were seated, Kaleigh brought the perfect energy -- friendly, upbeat, and totally on top of everything. She managed our table like a pro - Drinks were never empty, food came out hot and exactly as ordered, and she even remembered a few custom requests without writing them down -- impressive! Kaleigh also made great menu recommendations (the Brisket fries and the local IPA she suggested were spot-on) and checked in just the right amount without ever being intrusive. What stood out most was her genuine attitude. You can tell she enjoys what she does, and it makes the whole experience that much better. She made us feel like regulars, even though it was our first time there. read more

Food is good, drinks are good. However the service wasn't great for us, we watched as all the guest around us were being helped and received our check very late. The bathrooms are gross and the glass has smudges all over it, tables are sticky. There's no individual seating and have to share the table with other parties. When we went in for dinner they allowed a customer to bring their HUGE dog inside. I saw one of the waiters actually pet the dog and before even washing her hands (have no idea if she did or not) and assisted with another group. read more

A great spot to watch sports, came here for Monday night football and it was plenty of seating, so no problem with getting a seat right away. Service was great, our server was nice and friendly and made sure to check on us periodically, so that we can watch the game without her being in the way. the food was really good, we had the wings and fries. The only thing I wished, is that they had deals for game night, but besides that, would go back if I was in the area read more

We visited this place during the week to watch a baseball game. It was not terribly crowded, but service was still very good and extremely accommodating with regards to the many televisions that were available in the bar. Although we did not eat there the food we saw being served looked excellent. I'm pretty certain that on the weekends this place really blows up with kids running around and people cheering for their favorite teams. If you want a quiet meal, this probably isn't your place but if you wanna have a great time and enjoy the friendly waitstaff as you watch your favorite game be sure to come by! read more

I came in for dinner with my boyfriend and everything was great! The ambiance is lively and upbeat. There are so many TVs to watch sports from. Our server was very friendly and attentive. I had the western burger and it was sooo good. I also had the brownie skillet, but it was a little too salty for my liking. I look forward to returning here soon! read more

I like the idea of this place... a lot of food, great beers on tap and a full bar. Service is always on point and the decor id chill. However, their $21+ salads with a 5% "surcharge" doesn't really make it a family-friendly I want to go here all the time kinda place... read more

Over priced and not so flavorful. Service was great and the beer selection was great as well. The food was terrible. We got wings, cauliflower and a salad and all were bland. When I want an overpriced beer, I'll be back. read more

5% surcharge due to "rising costs" is such a bs way to handle things. It's almost like putting the burden on your employees because they now have to handle disgruntled customers who may tip less due to this extra charge. Just up the cost of your food on the menu 5% and be done with it. Good was fine enough. "Pepper steak salad" had zero pepper flavor but steak was cooked well and it was a decent enough salad. Drinks were fine. But the surcharge is such a bs thing from the covid era and I'm over it. read more

What a TREAT! A dear friend who lives in Carlsbad recommended this spot for dinner, and wow--it did not disappoint! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with such positivity. The ambiance is lively, with a fun sports vibe, perfect for families or a casual night out. Our server Bree was amazing--her food and drink suggestions were spot on, like she could read our minds! If you're a mom or visiting with family after Legoland or the theme parks, this is a must-visit. Big thanks to John and Ian for being so welcoming. As OC & LA residents, we seriously wish we had a place like this in our backyard ! read more

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My husband liked his sliders and our fabulous server. Geneveve did a great job making sure I got my delicious salmon without garlic or onion (I have food allergies). read more

We needed a place to grab dinner before the drive back from Legoland, and Draft Republic more than fulfilled all our requirements. It was easy, casual, and family friendly, with great food and drink for the four adults and four children in our group. The arcade situation was just gravy on top. We walked in with our huge party at around 7:00 on a Sunday night. The near-empty parking lot boded well, and we had our pick of tables in the giant brewery/arcade/golf simulator/restaurant. We ended up at a tall table in the main arcade area, which wasn't ideal for high chairs but was otherwise perfect for drinking beer while the kids crawled all over the various games. We spent an hour and a half at Draft Republic, and only 20 minutes or so actively feeding the children. The place was huge, with a lot going on, but it didn't have the desperate feel of a restaurant that doesn't know what it wants to be. Draft Republic was relaxed and fun, with plentiful entertainment in addition to good food and good vibes. Service was friendly and fast, and no one cared that we had four boys running around the arcade zone. They were the only ones there, and they had an absolute blast. It was cheap entertainment, too, as only the oldest of the four knew the difference between the flashing, colorful display screens and actual gameplay. (He did get to play, and my older son played with him.) The toddlers were just happy to rotate steering wheels and climb and sit on fake motorcycles. They even thought the ATM was a game. There was an extensive draft selection, which included several Draft Republic brews. My husband and I tried the house Mexican Style Lager and Blonde Ale, I believe, and both were super satisfying. I was also impressed by my dinner, a shrimp po'boy with seasoned jumbo fried shrimp, creole slaw, and Cajun aioli on a toasted roll. It was delicious, served with a small house salad and seasoned fries with housemade spicy garlic ketchup. My husband enjoyed his fish and chips, and our sons ate their spaghetti noodles with butter and parmesan, ordered from a robust kid's menu. We plan to go back to Legoland, and we may end every trip with dinner at Draft Republic. The food and beer hit the spot, and it keeps the party going. We all ate and played well, and the kids fell asleep about as soon as we got in the car. read more

We went to Draft Republic while in town visiting. We chose the restaurant because the Ohio State Buckeye game was on and we wanted to watch as much as we could before our kiddos got too tired and cranky - you know how it is. The staff was great about seating us in a spot with a TV that could be changed to that channel and kept the game on while we were there. It did get changed once, but they were quick to put it back on when we said something. The service was super friendly and it didn't feel like we were inconveniencing our server by reminding her about the game nor taking our time at the table. We know they like to turn those tables over, so we made sure to order two rounds of drinks for us and the kids . The food was good, and everything came out just as we ordered. The kids loved the arcade + watching all the games. Overall, it was a great experience and I'd recommend it to families, or anyone looking to enjoy a game watch or good beer/food. It is quite loud when good games are on which is to be expected, but just keep that in mind! read more

Fun lively ambiance with attentive service! The food was much better than expected (not the typical bar fare which can easily be an afterthought). Id come back just for the food even if they didn't serve beer. read more

Carlsbad Draft is a favorite restaurants for us to come and visit. The food is great. The service is fantastic. Angie and Nick are some of the best servers. They are very friendly and attentive. I always order the draft Republic burger, second favorite the loaded brisket french fries appetizer. It will not disappoint. read more

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This place was awesome, loved it, tv's everywhere, big screens in the large dining area, and the golf simulator which i did not try (bummer. The Service was awesome, friendly, inviting and the food was amazing. I had a burger with brisket and pulled pork i believe with a side and was just amazing. Shared a salad as well and was definitely impressed. would come back again if I lived in the area. read more

Super super mixed on whether to give them a three or four. It used to be a five. I love the atmosphere, I love it the games for the kids, I love that they try, but for some reason their combination for salads, they're dressings they've selected for their salads, certain flavors, Etc don't quite work. Hard to put in words. The ingredients all look fresh but whoever put the combos together didn't quite make it work read more

It's always great when I'm in a different city and I get to try new restaurants. I happened to be in the Carlsbad area and got to try Draft Republic. The food runner, Kyra, and our waiter, Nick L., absolutely went above and beyond to serve our large group of 12. We were fortunate to arrive during happy hour, which allowed us to explore the delicious offerings from their happy hour menu. We almost tried everything on it and divided the food among the whole group. My attention was really drawn to their outstanding drink specials. My beer enthusiast friends were happy with the 16 oz house beers for just $6 and the 26 oz option for $9, which I've never seen anywhere in SoCal. We sampled a wide range of dishes, including the mouthwatering beef sliders and sausage sampler, the savory crispy buffalo cauliflower, poke tacos, brussel sprouts, Bavarian pretzel bites, and the chop chop salad. Each meal was well-cooked and flavorful. The vibe at Draft Republic was warm and friendly, showing an excellent fusion of local charm and contemporary design. They do have lots of TVs playing local sports so this has to be a great spot to hang out on game day. Given the size of our group, the service was very impressive. In addition to ensuring sure our orders were correctly taken and that our eating experience was excellent, Nick L. and Kyra were also patient and attentive. The vast beer menu provided a wide variety of options, even though I may not be a beer enthusiast myself. Additionally, I was surprised to find that they have a good non-alcoholic selection as well as beer flights for those interested in trying a variety of flavors. I'll definitely go back to Draft Republic the next time I'm in the area after this wonderful experience. It is a must-visit location since it offers amazing food, drinks for my companions, warm service, and a lively atmosphere. read more

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