Popular spot at a strip mall with lots of parking space. It gets pretty crowded with plenty of…read morepeople coming in but the fresh seafood is worth the wait. We love the taco combo as you can try a shrimp taco and a fish taco. The meats are very tender and flavorful and filling. Surprisingly, they also have a sashimi platter with lots of pieces which is worth the price but the rice as a side dish is kind of pricy.... Just cook your own rice if possible.

I had a good experience at Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe (Carlsbad). I ordered the Boston Clam…read moreChowder Bread Bowl ($16.99). Surprisingly, the sourdough bread bowl tasted more spectacular than the chowder. Although the soup had clean ingredients, it's runny and a little bland. Fortunately, that fresh, flavorful sourdough bread had a happy crunch while also coveting that bold sourdough flavor. YUM! I arrived at Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe (Carlsbad) on a Saturday (around 12:55PM). Parking is easy. The lot is very big. Customers order at the counter, and Staff brings the food to your table. Staff is polite enough. Staff had a very laid back, casual presence. The male staff member just appeared & plopped the food on the table before strolling over to chat with another customer. The clam chowder bowl arrived in 15 minutes. As mentioned, I appreciated the Boston Clam Chowder Bread Bowl ($16.99). The soup was unremarkable, but the sourdough bread is phenomenal. I liked how the clam chowder is peppery and piping hot, but it's also fairly bland and runny. It had a very watery consistency. Thankfully, that fresh sourdough saved this meal. On ambiance, Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe (Carlsbad) is clean and comfortable. There's plenty of tables. There's also a gender neutral restroom in the back. Overall, Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe (Carlsbad) is a good option. It's not the most remarkable, but it's a solid option. I had a good experience. 4.4 out of 5

As always the food is fresh and delicious. I tried something new this time and got the grilled…read moreshrimp sandwich. Their seafood is always do fresh. Not pictured is my husband's halibut burrito he states was "delicious". The parking his more difficult at the moment as the 101 is being worked on so keep that in mind.

My Daughter and I came for a quick bite during Lent almost 3 years ago and we keep being drawn…read moreback. The Katsu fish Sando is a light panko breaded Alaskan cod with sliced tomatoes, shredded cabbage and pickled onions with their island sauce on a brioche bun. It is perfectly balanced with sweet and savory flavoring. Their food has been consistently delicious and their service on point. The Leucadia spot is the original location and they have expanded into Encinitas and soon into Carlsbad. Jack was at the counter and was very kind and courteous. He encouraged me to try the double fish Katsu Sando - IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT. This is the best fish sandwich hands down. Don't sleep on this place. We'll definitely be back!

My wife and I and an old friend met at Bluewater Grill a few days ago and had one of the best…read moredining experiences in recent memory in North County ! We chose to sit in the main dining room and from start to finish were taken care of by the best waitperson we've had anywhere in at least the last year. Her name was Kristen and she was knowledgeable about the menu and was perfectively attentive whenever we needed anything. We enjoyed the calamari as an appetizer and then the mussels and clams steamed and clam chowder and the sand dabs. The food was extremely fresh and well prepared. And the sourdough bread that comes to your table is as good as anything San Francisco has to offer. All parts of our experience were perfect and I will again mention Kristen. Every once in awhile you get lucky and the person taking care of you at dinner actually becomes a huge positive in your overall experience.....and that what she did for all of us......And yes......we will be returning very soon......Gary

Mother's Day lunchtime, and it was busy. Three of us were seated at a great indoor table to watch…read morethe people traffic on the Village. Ordered Fisherman's platter, Sautee Sand Dabs, Pan-seared Salmon and Shrimp cocktail appetizer--and endless bread basket. And a house momosa for Mom. All the food was fresh and cooked to perfection. Excellent service provided by James.

The word on the street in Carlsbad is that Nick's on State got it going on with their contemporary…read moreAmerican food and upscale yet casual dining experience. I'm glad I can testify to that. I've been there if few times so this is a legit 5-star review. The ambience...AMAZING. The service...SUPERB. The staff...SPECTACULAR. The food...FANTASTIC. The cocktails...CREATIVE. Sums it up! I can't wait to go back again. I highly recommend this restaurant to the Yelp Community :-)

I love to try new things, but when it comes to Nick's, I can't stray from my favorites. Hits the…read morespot every time. Tiki Twist mocktail - delicious nonalcoholic version of their Mai Tai, topped with lilikoi foam that is reminiscent of the famous Monkeypod Mai Tais in Hawaii. Spicy Thai salad with light dressing - the combo of the fresh salad, savory chicken, bouncy noodles, and hot chilis is absolute perfection. Butter cake - the best butter cake ever. Hot cake with a soft center and caramelized crunchy outside, topped with ice cream, and berries. My favorite place for a decadent dessert!

Who's the chef and how can I have a conversation with them? Because the nerve of the food to be…read morethat good. Purchasing that crunch wrap felt illegal because of the ways it touched me. But the thing is, I'd let it do it again. And in fact, I did. We ordered another. God damn was it good. Notable mention to the yellowtail taco as well. I won't lie they don't give enough rice for the sampler, but due to Crunchwrap I'll let anything slide.

This small spot specializes in poke and tacos and a bunch of other interesting, mainly seafood…read moreitems, which make me want to return. That is always a good sign. The poke here is excellent. The poke sampler gives you three separate pokes (we had to double up on one of the pokes because they ran out of the third). This is a delicious dish. It comes with some very good seaweed salad and a scoop of rather dry rice. But for poke fans, this is a winner. We also tried the taco combo which gives you three separate tacos. We went with fish, shrimp, and potato, and the potato was the clear winner, by far. While we enjoyed all the tacos, and you can tell these use quality ingredients here, they were basically street size. For the price, I cannot recommend the combo. They have many interesting beers on tap and a good selection of unique wines. I have had the Shoots Japanese lager before and it is a good one. I went with a dark Mexican lager this time and loved it. This is primarily an outdoor seating place. Order at the counter and grab a seat. Get the poke.

Food selections fantastic, eyes could eat more then I could...I'm stuffed and still didn't sample…read moreeverything. One recommendation...men's restroom.....fix the faucets...tighten them down

Late Post - 05/25/26 We were staying in Carlsbad for a week…read moreand found this place in my search for a buffet for my dad's birthday. We were pleasantly surprised with how they took care of our accommodations especially since there were 16 of us going to their restaurant. When were greeted and seated right away. The food selection here is great. Different types of crabs and other hot dishes that are different from the ones I've had here in San Diego. Staff was very attentive and took care of us the whole time. This location also has pretty good parking too. Highly recommend this spot and hope to visit it again when we go to Carlsbad.

We discovered 264 Fresca while waiting to check into our hotel in Carlsbad and ended up returning…read moremultiple times during our trip. The rooftop views, food, drinks, and atmosphere were fantastic, but what truly made the experience special was the exceptional service from Alex and Mikey. Alex welcomed us like old friends, made great recommendations, and took the time to get to know our group. By our final visit, he even remembered our names and favorite food and drinks. Mikey was equally friendly and attentive, and together they provided some of the best customer service we've experienced in a long time.

My wife and I were in town from Boston on Business and ate here twice this week…read more Both times were really great experiences (or we obviously wouldn't have gone back to the second time). The second time our server Devin made such a huge difference in the awesome dining experience that we had - he was fantastic. Devin was so helpful with our questions and his recommendations on the various courses that we shared, very knowledgeable of explaining how the food was prepared and the fresh ingredients that are used. We tend to dine out on the slow side - more European and Devin's server style matched precisely to that. I would highly recommend lunch or dinner at this downtown Carlsbad restaurant.

I came here last year on a trip to Carlsbad, and it was great so I came back again! I ordered the…read moreCalifornia burrito with carne asada, which is what I ordered last time as well. The burrito comes with all the fixings - protein, guacamole, cheese, fries, and salsa. Incredibly heavy, but it is the best burrito I have ever had. The service is great. The cashier lady especially was very helpful and kind. Good ambiance, got to watch the World Cup on their tv. Restrooms are clean as well.

We were excited to try this spot, but unfortunately didn't get the chance this time…read more We walked in with the intention of ordering and waited at the register while there were only two tables occupied (about 8 guests total), and we were the only people waiting to order. After a few minutes, we were told "one second," which was totally understandable, but after waiting another 5 minutes (~300 seconds ) with multiple opportunities to acknowledge or take our order, we decided to leave. Could've just been an off moment or staffing issue, so I'm not writing them off completely and may give them another try down the road, but the first impression wasn't great.