Celebrated a dear friend's birthday with a big group on a Friday night, and the evening was seamless! Excellent drinks, quick nice service, and an incredible menu. The drink menu is great. Lots of tequila and mezcal cocktails, which are personal favorites. Really liked Tangerine You're My Sex Machine. For food, we basically ordered a massive spread of it all. Standouts were the yelllowtail ceviche--creamy & coconuty!--and all the steak dishes. Looking forward to more visits in the future. Vibes & ambiance are fun too. read more

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We had been aimlessly looking around for a spot that was open since our flight got in late at night & we were starving. Places like the restaurant below were closing when their times were supposed to be open still. Kitty and Nate were awesome with their customer service! Super nice and accommodating, even when the food was a little too spicy for my mom. There were things like the drinks they made differently to accommodate for what we were looking for. Love the ambiance and the food was great. Whoever commented on having a midlife crisis, karmas going to kick your ass when you are that age. At least the owner has something going for themselves & has been really creative in the whole experience. read more

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I've been here twice in the past week for happy hour and it's sooo good every time. The happy hour is Mon thru Thursday every week from 3-5 pm. I don't quite remember the prices but I think everything priced was fair/good value seeing as their food and cocktails are amazing and very high quality. I love the chicken gochujang sandwich. It is sweet, tangy, spicy, and the perfect portion. It is part of their happy hour but also their regular menu so it's great that I can enjoy at a discount. The happy hour was house cocktails only, but they do them really well. Their original cocktails are fun, delicious, and one of a kind. I tried a few and you can't go wrong. Lastly, the bartenders and servers are exceptional. They are kind and fun and definitely help to make the experience and environment a lot more enjoyable. I really enjoy this place and look forward to coming many more times and bringing more friends and family in to enjoy as well! read more

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My girlfriends and I came here for a night out during 4th of July weekend. I would say the standout was the Mucho Mucho Amor cocktail (Strawberry-infused tequila, watermelon cucumber syrup, yuzu, topped with hibiscus tea). This drink was refreshing, not too sweet, and something I would order again and again. We were a little disappointed they were not doing late night food the night we went to visit - I really wanted to try the banh mi. The DJ was okay, the vibes were interesting for a Friday night. The bartender made a good drink, however, he seemed a little annoyed with us wanting food and doing separate transactions. read more

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Love Same Same for multiple different situations. Most recently we went here for Happy Hour and it didn't disappoint! The whole bar is vibey and cute, perfect for happy hour or a fun night out. The drinks were delicious and the food was incredible. The bartender was super attentive and took extra time to help me identify which items were gluten free. I've also been to Same Same multiple times for late night fun! They often have a dj in the back and have even hosted an emo night. I always have fun and the place is usually packed. I'll definitely be back both for late night parties and daytime happy hours and food! read more

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Small spot in Carlsbad Village. I loved the ambiance: dark, music poppin, and great drinks and food! I ordered the mommy sandwich and I got the Mucho amor drink, which was absolutely excellent! I have never tasted anything with so much flavor in it. Staff was friendly and gave great service. Sandwich was crispy and flavorful. I definitely wanna come back and check the cocktail menu because that was very good. read more

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Made a reservation for 4 on OpenTable. Located in the village above Coyote Grill. Parking can be a little hard but cars are often going and leaving. Walking in, it is cool, dark, and trendy. They have a bar with cool cocktails and a food menu, Our waiter Sebastian was great - very friendly, attentive, and engaging. Food items are great! They are shareable tapas style items, it's a take on Thai food, and though they didn't have pad thai, they have many other delicious items. All of the items offers pops of flavors like citrus, spice, savory, & sweet for everyone. Definitely start with the samosas (which consist of my fav Massaman curry), cucumber salad (crunchy and thinly sliced) and yellowtail ceviche (milky fish that is paired with the most delicious lime and chili chips!) we also ordered the Panang curry (yummy). If you're up for it, the drinks are funly named and taste good too. read more

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Good cocktails! Strong drinks Nice bartender Good service Located near by carlsbad beach read more

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Same Same, but Different? Not Quite. Hiya B.U.M.S., We recently decided to check out Same Same, hoping for an experience that was delightfully different. Our order for the night? The Thai-style New York steak, Khao Soi curry, and larb lettuce cups--all paired with a custom-crafted, half-Cranberry, half-Sprite. Before we even tasted the food, we almost ended up eating next door. The entrances are a bit of a maze, leaving us standing outside having a mini identity crisis about where we actually wanted to dine. Ultimately, we stayed the course and chose Same Same. The Larb Lettuce Cups: As a massive larb fan, I was hyped. Unfortunately, it fell a bit flat. My wife officially dubbed it "lackluster." While the ground beef was seasoned and the lettuce was beautifully crisp, when the lettuce is the undisputed star of your larb, it might be time to reevaluate the recipe. The Yellowtail Ceviche: To recover from the larb disappointment, my wife ordered the ceviche. It was a step up, but for a Thai spot, it was missing that signature kick. It really needed a handful of jalapeños to wake it up. In fact, nothing on the table was truly spicy until I deployed their house chili oil. The Khao Soi Curry: This was the absolute hero of the night! It completely saved the meal. It was rich and delicious, and it paired unexpectedly well with our New York steak--even though the kitchen served it well-done instead of our requested medium-rare. As dinner went on, it became pretty clear that this spot might cater a bit more to the happy hour and drinking crowd, especially considering my Cranberry-Sprite mix was arguably the most flavor-packed thing on the table. That said, the service was fantastic. The staff members were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Pro-Tip: If you're ordering more than two items, do not let them seat you at the tiny tables for two. It's a high-stakes game of food Tetris you will not win. On the bright side, they earned major bonus points for boxing up our leftovers for us. Call me old-fashioned, but I feel like every restaurant should still offer that level of hospitality! Overall, I'd say give it a shot if you're in the neighborhood and looking for a cool atmosphere, but I wouldn't rush off your couch to get there. read more

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Good food, great service. The atmosphere is like a San Francisco pub in the 1990's. The bar area is crowded and the dining area is small and cramped. The noise level is loud but it is definitely fun. Not a quiet place to have a conversation by any means. We came here for drinks and appetizers. The chicken hit it out of the ballpark. Finger licking good! I'm not experienced with having cocktails so I am not the person to take advice from but I liked what I ordered. It's not what I expected but it felt like a throw back to a different time with a lot of personality. Two thumbs up. Just heads up, those photos you see on Yelp, those items may or may not be on the menu. They said sometimes they have pop-ups where the menu changes. Check out their Insta account before going. We didn't know this in advance. (Lost a star for the short ribs. Skip them. ) read more

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Really fun Thai fusion restaurant! Good food, fun drinks, and really nice ambiance. Perfect for date night or fun dinner with friends. Menu isn't very big,. We settled on the Khao Soi chicken curry with egg noodle, larb lettuce cups, and Grilled Steak with thai chili dipping sauce. Best was the grilled steak, least favorite was the kaho soi chicken curry noodles. Noodles were a bit overcooked and the curry wasn't very flavorful. Steak was great though. The chili dipping sauce paired really well with the perfectly cooked medium rare steak and we ended up pouring the remainder of the sauce in our noodles. We arrived around 5ish on a Saturday night and they were already pretty busy. We ended up sitting at the bar instead of the dining room but had a great experience nonetheless. Service was great and very attentive. Would definitely come back! read more

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I was craving some Tom Kha soup so this place came up on my search. I should have seen that this place is more of a bar than a restaurant because when we walked in, the place did not look like any Thai restaurant we have been to. The atmosphere was more artsy and definitely looked and felt more like a bar than a restaurant which is fine if you are looking for a bar with a restaurant rather than a restaurant with a bar. Anyway, the menu selection was limited. We got the Tom Kha soup, Chicken Satay, and the Korean short ribs. The soup was tasty but a bit on the salty side. The meat for the satay and short ribs was very tender with good flavor. But the amount of food we received seemed small for the price. Good thing we were not too hungry. Service was good. Our server was friendly and checked on us every so often. This restaurant was in the Carlsbad Village and the time we went it was as crowded so we parked on the street. read more

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What a perfect way to end a big day! We wrapped up an exciting evening of networking and celebrations in Carlsbad by heading over to Same Same for dinner and it was absolutely the right call. We ordered the wonton samosas, corn ribs, marinated cucumbers, and finished with the khao soi curry with tofu on the recommendation of our server, Mike. Everything was flavorful, fresh. The corn ribs were a little on the salty side but still delicious and totally addictive. The wonton samosas were a wonderful surprise. It was a creative, flavorful twist on traditional Indian samosas that we weren't expecting but loved. The marinated cucumbers were a refreshing complement to everything else on the table. But the real star of the meal? The khao soi. Beautifully spicy with just the right hint of lemongrass, just enough to shine, but not so much that it overpowered the other flavors or turned bitter. It was perfectly balanced and absolutely memorable. The service was friendly and knowledgeable. Shoutout to Mike for the spot-on recommendation! If you're in Carlsbad and love bold, globally-inspired flavors, Same Same is a must. We'll definitely be back. read more

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We had a couple of drinks and appetizers and all were great. The atmosphere is energetic and fun with a mixed age groups crowd. I would definitely go back. read more

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I can't believe it was our first time at Same Same! Went in on a Saturday night a little after 9:00. We were looking at the menu and the bartender informed us the kitchen had closed at nine. Very common for the area but so disappointing for a weekend night. I had the simple Rick and upgraded to Tito's. It was delicious but a bit pricey at $17. My husband had a local IPA and liked it. The service was good. The vibe is great and the decor is really cute and kitschy. There is a DJ that starts at 10, at least on the weekends. A lot of people were coming in, definitely had a club vibe by the time we left. We will be back to try the food! read more

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My husband and I came here for our first wedding anniversary and it was amazing! Don't let the small menu fool you - every single thing we ate was delicious! FOOD: - hot potatoes: has a pickled radish and some sort of crème sauce that was so good - these were my husband's favorite. - chicken satay: It came with pickled cucumber (think when it's cucumber kimchi, but it wasn't a kimchi type of marinade). The peanut sauce had a little spice (if you don't have any spice tolerance I would avoid the sauce, but it was sooo good). This was my favorite. - khao soi curry (has egg noodles) and that was delicious. We added the brisket to it which was a good add. My husband ate his so fast and I had to make him not take any more so we could have leftovers! DRINKS: - we got complimentary champagne for our anniversary which was so so sweet of them and made our night! The champagne itself was actually one of the best champagnes I have had. It had a nice sweetness to it. - my husband had the thai lager, which he said was okay. It tasted like most lagers he's had. - we shared the tangerine you are my sex machine as it sounded interesting and i do have to say this was the only thing we weren't big fans of. it was very smokey, but my husband put "old boat motor" in my head and that's all we could taste. if you love smokey drinks this would be for you. - I had a house cocktail that I cannot remember the name of for the life of me, but it was sweet, peachy (I think) and had champagne in it from what I remember. It was so good and would get it again! The vibe inside the restaurant was cool and there are over 30 tigers (our server counted for us, but she said she couldn't even find them all). The bathrooms were cute and very clean. 10/10 recommend. The check even came in a romance novel! read more

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Same Same is in the Village Faire mall on Carlsbad Village Drive. A little hard to find but it's tight above the Coyote Bar & Grill. Despite the name this is not a Thai restaurant, per se, but is best described as pan-Asian fusion. Whilst Thai cuisine is heavily drawn on there are influences from Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, etc all wrapped in a SoCal fusion style. Cool vibe with a bar in front and table seating in a back room. Interesting, eclectic art works cover pretty much all of the walls with dried plants hanging from the ceiling. Let's start with the cocktails. They have a very creative cocktail menu and the two that we had were delicious. We also had a small bottle of sake Wonton Samosa - Thai Massaman curry in a wonton wrapper and deep fried like a samosa. Served with a mayonnaise sauce. Perfectly executed and absolutely delicious. Chicken Satay - Pretty much traditional Thai style with a delicious peanut sauce. Served with pickled cucumbers. The chicken was cooked perfectly and was very tender. Thai Chicken Wings - Delicious like the first two plates. A little messy to eat but a great crust and sauce. We were pretty much sated at this point but the head chef, Cross, came out to greet us and ask about our meal. Asked if we wanted dessert, on the house, and we agreed. Brought us a Thai tea tiramisu with shaved coconut on top. I love traditional tiramisu and this was absolutely delicious. Service was very professional and friendly. Helped us choose from the cocktail and food menus with passion for the food. If you're a foodie in San Diego, you owe yourself a time to dine here! Highest recommendation. read more

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Is this a joke. Thai lettuce wraps with ground beef and lettuce. Zero sauce to go with it. NEVER going back to this place. Awful. I don't think it's possible to put less effort into the food you're selling. I give this place six months to a year before it's out of business. They should refund me it was that bad. read more

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Located in the village on the second level of the plaza, is an artsy and definitely trendy little restaurant but not in a way that's doing too much. I think everything really complimented each other well from the music to the art to the menu, it was great! Our server was nice as we were indecisive with even such a small menu, we had a hard time. The drinks were good and strong, unique and creative. Which I guess when you're going out and want to stay on theme, it works. We had the coconut broth hamachi which was so lip-smackingly addictive with those wonton chips! I would come back just for that dish! The chicken satay skewers were also delicious and the sauce that came with it was a good mix of sweet, savory, spicy and salty. I do think from there it was kind of just okay? I got the half fried chicken which smelled a fish sauce glaze and that's what I went in expecting but there was no punch of that fish sauce flavor you know? It needed a bit more pop. BF got the pork belly banh mi bowl which I guess in theory why would you get that at a Thai place? But the pork belly was hard and firm, not as you'd expect it to be which was dissapointing. Our friends got the Khao Soi which was delicious I do have to say and the Panang with Brisket. I think it was cool to try but im just stuck in my ways and prefer the ole mom and pop down the road with more options. But its fun for a night out! read more

I would say this place is IG photogenic but not to the extent of Consortium Holdings--this may be of relevance or completely insignificant to some, but I appreciate a place that knows how much personality quirky decor and lighting can add. So, that ticks one box high on my list. The pricing and the quality of drinks were standard but I'm a simple vodka soda girl so I can't speak to their specials. But believe me, I've had people use their imaginations when making just a vodka soda so I'm grateful when anyone accurately completes the simplest assignment. For crying out loud, I don't even require a little lime/lemon garnish. Just give me the spirit and the unflavored sparkly water. That's it. So yeah, I got my vodka soda made to its usual proportions here. That's tick number two. The demographic makeup, albeit out of their control, was very interesting. The cute curly haired blonde friend I went with almost got attacked by a spicy brunette just because she glanced at her a few times. The girl was not riding the currents of her liquid very well and she was behaving like a total spectacle. Thankfully, her mouth and her nails were larger than her. Outside of that experience, most of its patrons were either young military dudes or other comfy cotton wearing suburban types. I imagine the train brings in a lot of interstate traffic so who really knows what the "locals" are like. I was only there since my NorCal friend wanted to explore Carlsbad. I don't have a reason to go back out there but I wouldn't oppose to revisiting if I'm in the area again. If you're looking for a good middle ground between divey and upscale for a night cap, this could be your place. read more

Wonderful bar for some delicious Asian eats with refreshing and unique cocktails. Same Same is located in the heart of Carlsbad Village on the second floor above nearby Coyote Bar. Parking is free and onsite, but can get packed on a Friday night. Wonton Samosas is were scrumptious and filling! Short ribs were juicy and enjoyable. Dark, cozy, and unique ambiance and friendly staff make for a great experience with the yummy drinks. read more

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Cute Thai bar with hip decor and good food/drinks. Make sure to get a reservation here since it was packed when my fiancé and I arrived at 6 PM. We got a few cocktails and kao soi, lettuce wrap, fried wonton for food. The cocktails are strong here, and one of the better ones I've had. Lettuce wrap (8/10)-fresh ground pork was flavorful, light start to a meal Fried wonton (9/10)-crisp and not overly greasy, Asian inspired bar food Kao soi (8/10)-flavor was comparable to ones I've had at Thai restaurants, the noodle texture was overcooked but other than that pretty impressed Service is very fast and vibe is poppin. Would love to come back here to try other drinks. read more

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What an incredible find! From the moment we walked in, Same Same had the perfect vibe. It was laid-back yet refined, with warm lighting, great music, and a modern coastal feel that instantly makes you want to stay. We sat at the bar, and Mike was our bartender. He was absolutely amazing! He was friendly, attentive, and had great recommendations for both cocktails and food. You can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does -- the kind of service that makes the whole experience even better. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every dish had a creative twist without trying too hard, and the portions were just right. The cocktails? They were next level.... Balanced, unique, and delicious. Between the great service, delicious food, and ambiance, Same Same is a must visit in Carlsbad. Highly recommend grabbing a seat at the bar with Mike if you can and you will you'll be well taken care of. read more

First time here and had a good time. I liked that the restaurant seating was tucked away from the bar if you want a more intimate setting. I liked their cocktail selection and the food was good! One of our dishes was served warm. I think if the temperature would have been hot, it would have tasted better but I'd come back. read more

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Delicious food, great cocktails, and a fun atmosphere. Everything was fresh and flavorful. Highly recommend Same Same! read more

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New York Steak ($40) - This is one of my new favorite steak dishes. It was bursting with flavor and cooked to a perfect medium rare. The crispy onion was such a great addition and the Thai chili dipping sauce enhanced the flavors of this dish. Highly recommend and worth trying! read more

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Super fun, dimly lit, funky decor, fantastic drink menu with amusing descriptions that made us laugh! Service is quick, friendly, and efficient. We had the Tom Kha soup and chicken sate. Can't go wrong, it was delicious. For drinks we had the Tangerine, You Are My Sex Machine (a mezcal yummy unique and refreshing beverage. Also the Sex Work is Real Work (not a Pornstar Martini!) Everything was great. DJ starts at 9:30!!! Come on in! read more

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Inventive, delightful comfort foods in a vibin spot. HH dishes have a lot of variety and portions are huge. Not many places serve khao soi, and theirs is a treat. The chef / owner is from Portland (or at least worked there), and it reminds us of our time eating bomb Thai there. The staff is always fun and attentive, and the vibe inside is great for hanging out with friends or winding down. read more

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Food was super good - recommend the wings, steak, and curry dishes. Service was amazing as well. We will be back soon read more

Amazing food.. Great drinks... Ambiance... but what is best is the service and care. They are personal and want to make sure you enjoy your experience.. These people do a great job. read more

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Amazing food! Enjoyed the fun and modern take on Thai cuisine. Friendly service. Cool edgy vibe with the decor. The corn ribs were a surprise fav! The hamachi crudo, caulilini, and New York strip steak were also excellent! read more

The vibe and drinks are great! Every signature drink I have had has been wonderful! They can get a bit crowded and louder than we prefer in the late evenings and especially weekends so at times can take a while to order from the bar, BUT once your drink order is taken they are very quick to get it to you! read more

Same Same has best Happy Hour around. Great tasting bites and tasty drinks. Wonderful prices! We love the Chicken Satay, Hot Potato's, Cucumber Salad, the Bahn Mi is delicious. On top of the drinks and food, the Servers are all awesome. Go enjoy some Same Same! read more

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Great location and food. Clean environment and good service. Also great place to go for a walk after dinner.

Honestly really impressed by this place!! Came for a cute bar vibe with my friend and stayed for the good service and food. We ordered the chicken sandwich, Khao soi, and Korean short ribs to share. All dishes were really tasty and had very different flavors. Those three dishes were perfect to share between two! I think my favorite of the three was the chicken sandwich. We also ordered the lemon sour drink and that was super tasty. A little on the sweet side, but good overall. The servers were all really kind and funny. This place is definitely a nice vibe! I'd recommend coming here! read more

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This spot is sucha vibe. The decor inside is dim with colorful lights. The service was really nice. We ordered the khao soi noodles with chicken. I would probably order this with a different protein next time as the chicken was just okay. BUT the noodles and broth were incredible. Super tasty. We also ordered the korean short ribs and those were very delicious as well. They came out cold the first time but they brought us a new plate which was way better. Ordered the tangerine, you are my sex machine with tequila instead of mezcal. This wasnt very good. Absolutely no thai tea flavor. I wouldnt get this drink again. read more

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The curry is AMAZING!!! I never even thought of having the option of adding brisket to curry and it was a flavor bomb. Very nice service too! Thanks guys! We'll be back :) read more

This place has been on my list to try for quite some time and I was driving back from LA and told my husband I could use a cocktail and I suggested we go here. Parking wasn't bad and we walked in and saw the bar was full and a couple of nice people said they would move down so two bar stools would be together for us. Score! I loved that. The dining room wasn't full but apparently the reservations list was full so that wasn't an option. No worries next time if we bring some friends we shall make a quick reservation. Love all the decor in here and the vibe was fun. The bartenders were all really friendly. I think the manager was helping us out. A nice gentleman with a mustache. We read through the menu and decided to have small plates and some drinks. -Lemon Sour (sake cocktail) 8/10- I love tart drinks and this was nice - Guilty as cin- my husbands pick. He would say 7/10 it was too tart for him but I liked it a lot 9/10 for me Our second drink round: -Sioux City old fashioned 10/10 -Sex work is real work 9.5/10. I think this is their take on a porn star martini. It has carrot too. It was so delish. .5 off bc I thought the glass could be more fun haha. As for the food we had: -Larb lettuce cups -short ribs -wonton samosas -Thai chicken wings. All the food was so tasty. Would genuinely try anything next time. Great vibes, tasty drinks and delicious food + attentive service. What a great Carlsbad gem read more

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Nate and Sage were so accommodating and kind. They talked me and my friend through the menu on a busy Saturday. We had the best martinis 10/10 read more

The vibe here looks cool and the drinks look good but unfortunately we didn't try them because they racially profiled me and my 2 black friends before we were able to order. Very strange. Would not recommend for people of color. read more