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    La Vida

    4.3 (18 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    CHICKEN BOWL
    Savanna V.

    Delicious bowls! Today I got the chicken bowl and got some of the homemade avocado sauce on the side to top the chicken with. The bowl was packed with veggies and the chicken was moist, so I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch. A solid, healthy choice of those at the Windmill!

    Elle C.

    Seeking a cold, unsweetened beverage (e.g., an iced tea) to quench my thirst, I came across La Vida; while they don't offer simple iced teas, I ordered their Very Greens smoothie ($10), which had a great consistency (unlike any I've experienced) - perfect "slushiness" (no crunchy ice chunks) and loved that -- especially consisting of kale, spinach, avocado, pineapple, cucumber -- that it's flavor was not altered by sweeteners (I didn't even detect the pineapple). Customer service by Ali was appreciatively very friendly and patient. I leisurely enjoyed my beverage in the food hall's outdoor patio. My smoothie was perfectly satisfying!

    CHOCO FUEL smoothie

    I got the CHOCO FUEL smoothie and it was so good! There was protein powder in it, but it was not chalky like other smoothies with protein powder. It takes like a chocolate peanut butter milkshake, but it's healthy! I also got the Salmon Teriyaki bowl. The salmon was a great size and the teriyaki sauce was a great touch. Hayden, the cashier was super helpful and knowledgeable about the menu. Management was very nice too. I love the Foodhall in general because it is lively and a great place to come with friends in Carlsbad. Will definitely be coming back!

    Avo Toast
    Scott M.

    Located in a food hall just off the 5 freeway at Palomar Airport Road.. go East a block or two and you will see it on your left. Fresh food, good service and plenty of seating. Avocado toast was really good. Will definitely try this place again.

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    Nicole I.

    Excellent healthy and flavorful option! We got the Chicken Caesar Kale Wrap and the Coastal Salmon Wrap. The chicken was a little light portion wise but nicely balanced with the croutons and kale. The salmon wrap was generous with protein and I loved the textural combo with edamame. The strawberry matcha drink was phenomenal, with house made strawberry puree, and option of oat or almond milk. Everything excellent. Will absolutely come back!

    Tuna Bowl after 1 bite
    Garry B.

    The tuna bowl was absolutely amazing. At first I was a little skeptical and it was $20 but the portion is nice, so fresh and so tasty. The rice at the bottom with the yuzu ponzu OMG. I took one and then took the picture. Highly recommend. The cashier was very nice and my food was ready pretty quickly. I did to go for this order. I will be back. All I can say is healthy yum

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    10 days ago

    La Vida is the best!!! The food is SO good - I have to have it at least once a week. The cashier Robert is also very nice and helpful!

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    26 days ago

    I ordered 2 salmon wraps with avo and feta. We got wraps with a lot of rice, a little bit of salmon, broccoli and carrots.

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    10 months ago

    I ordered tuna bowl for lunch. It was underwhelming and overpriced. There are better and less expansive options in the area

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    La Vida is a restaurant in the Windmill Food Hall that serves meals and beverages for those looking for a healthy meal.

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    Veggie Grill by Next Level

    Veggie Grill by Next Level

    4.1
    (624 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    As a longtime Veggie Grill patron, this review is long overdue and very well deserved. I have been…read moregoing since the days when they had a location in UTC, and now that the only San Diego metro spot is in Carlsbad, I still make the drive at least once a month. That alone should tell you where this is going. Veggie Grill offers a wide variety of fully vegan options in a fast casual setting. I am especially fond of the burgers and the protein plates, particularly the Beyond steak meal with broccoli and brown rice. The Beyond steak is a great addition to the menu. It's well seasoned, cooked just right, and has a satisfying texture that really hits the right note. The steak protein plate is a highly recommended choice. Another easy recommendation is the strawberry lemonade. It strikes a great balance, not too sweet and not too tart. Because they use real strawberries, it can be a bit thick, so I sometimes add a splash of water to lighten it up. Bottom line, Veggie Grill is a great option for both vegans and non vegans who want a satisfying plant based meal. Portions are solid, flavors are on point, and the quality is consistent across the board. Parking during peak lunch and dinner hours can be a bit of a challenge since the lot is shared with high traffic spots like Costco and its gas station. It can get busy. I have found that arriving shortly after they open around 11 AM makes for a much smoother experience with lighter traffic and easier parking.

    My first time here. I came with my vegan friend who really loves this place. It took a while to get…read moreour order, but the experience was still enjoyable overall. I ordered the Crispy Organic Tofu plate with chimichurri sauce, which comes with two sides. I chose the buttery jalapeño corn and the pickled cucumber salad. The tofu was cooked well and paired nicely with the chimichurri sauce. I also enjoyed the corn and it wasn't spicy to me at all. The cucumbers, however, didn't taste pickled. Overall, I enjoyed the meal, even as someone who isn't vegan.

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    Los Tacos

    Los Tacos

    4.3
    (121 reviews)
    3.4 mi

    The food here is amazing. I am not one to get excited about Mexican food but I cannot get enough of…read moreLos Tacos. They make it super easy for me to customize my tacos which is very important for me as I am picky. So far I have ordered, - Birria Tacos with just meat and cheese - Garlic shrimp taco with cheese and lettuce - Grilled chicken taco with cheese And a side of rice and beans. Absolutely everything was mouth watering. I love the rice because it's plain. I'm already looking forward to coming back. The service is fantastic. Super sweet & friendly employees. Always cleaning and keeping the restaurant clean and tables ready for guests. Overall it's a great vibe and it's not loud even though it's located right off El Camino Real.

    Wow. We didn't know what to expect, we were just going primarily to get a margarita and ended up…read morewith having delicious, quality Mexican food as well. We went on Friday around 5:30 pm and thought it would be super busy but it wasn't. It had a nice, chill vibe to it. The weather was perfect for dining al fresco. Walking in there's a counter to order for food & non-alcoholic drinks and if you want an alcoholic drink you order at the bar. There's also a salsa bar. Plenty of seating both indoor and out. The employees were friendly, helpful & efficient. Ivan at the bar was very nice and gave my husband a warm welcome knowing it was our first time. Every dish we ordered was off the hook! Delicious! We would expect this at a more higher end restaurant. And the salsas were also good! Very flavorful. It's cute that they served some of the food on blue and white Talavera dishes that were chipped on the edges, which made them look homey. The margaritas (they only make the standard lime flavor) were good but not a good value. Mostly all ice and not strong at all. Overall, good place to get delicious Mexican food. Was a good find!

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    Three Lengua tacos - my wife said they were delicious and she didn't share!!  She also got pinto beans and rice.
    Three Lengua tacos - my wife said they were delicious and she didn't share!! She also got pinto beans and rice.
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