We came for the pie but the rest of the food was delicious as well. The California Benedict was…read morespectacular and the home fries were beautifully crispy and perfectly seasoned. The number of pie options was the thing we were most excited about and they had all four of the ones we wanted to try. The staff were friendly and attentive and made our visit great. We will definitely visit again the next time we're in Carlsbad.

Have been wanting to try this place for quite some time. It's cute and has a lot more seating…read moreoutside in a contained patio. They have delicious delicacies up front that we did not get a chance to try. We arrived for brunch and it was pretty busy. Service was pretty good. Seemed like our table was neglected at times. Huge menu. Lots to choose from. Ended up trying the chicken and waffles, which was standard compared to other restaurant's. The only concern we had was that one of our family members waited quite a while for his meal, only to be told much later that they had run out of the crab. It seemed like there may have been some miscommunication between the kitchen and the waitstaff, which unfortunately led to a longer wait than necessary. While these things can happen during a busy brunch service, earlier communication would have made for a much better experience.

The food was so delicious. I fell in love with the food. The service was amazing, the waitress kept…read morechecking in with us and made sure everything was good. The ambiance was so chill and friendly, the only problem was one bathroom which I understand you can't change it.

We came in for a late dinner while in the area. I've had it bookmarked for a while so it was…read moreserendipitous that we happened to be in Vista for a birthday party just around the corner. The restaurant is small, cozy, welcoming and aesthetically pleasing. It isn't well suited for larger parties as most tables are tables for 2 unless tables are pushed together. They do have patio seating and heaters outside, but it didn't appeal to me being so close to the street/loud traffic. Gabriel checked us in, seated us, took our order, served our food and waited on us for majority of our visit, I would give him 10 stars just on his impeccable service. The food though? The food was AMAZING!! Everything we ordered was the best we have ever had anywhere. The buns were very kawaii (and we ordered ever single one to try). The fillings were savory, but we also loved their seasonal panda bun with ube filling while the kids preferred the nutella bunny. Best chicken karaage we've had by far, the coating almost tasted like it was rolled in kinako powder. The ramen broth was "chef's kiss" with so much flavors, the crab rangoon were jumbo and the filling was delicious, but the chicken katsu was also the best we have had anywhere (including Hawaii). The breading was just top tier crunchy while the chicken was thick and juicy. There isn't one bad thing I could say about this place, from the service to the food, I would make the drive out here again. Super duper, highly recommend, don't sleep on this little place, you'll regret it!

Great service and food! We were nearby at the Museum of Making Music and decided to stop here for…read morelunch. It was a Saturday afternoon and we were able to sit right away at some high tops near the bar. I ordered a burger and my husband got the wings. We loved the food! He also got a flight of 4 beers to give everything a try since we are visiting and have never been here. The burger was pretty big and very flavorful, I left feeling very full. It also came with fries that were seasoned well and weren't soggy. We came back at the end of our trip to get a case of the beer to bring home with us, that's how much my husband liked it. Everyone we interacted with on both days were very nice and helpful! This was a great place and I thought the prices were pretty good.

We visited on Wednesday after spending the day at Legoland. I purposely held off on writing this…read morereview because I wanted to see if I'd feel differently after having some time to reflect. Unfortunately, after thinking it over, I still feel the same way. Our family decided to come to Karl Strauss Brewery for dinner since it was close by. We were looking forward to relaxing and enjoying a meal after a fun day at the park. When we arrived, the hostess was very friendly and got us seated quickly, which we appreciated. Unfortunately, that's where our positive experience ended. The restaurant was extremely busy, and it took quite a while before our server came to greet us. We were able to order waters, but even those took a long time to arrive. After another long wait, we finally ordered our appetizers. Our original server, who I believe said her name was Noemi or Naomi, came across as overwhelmed, stressed, and like she didn't enjoy her job. While I understand restaurants get busy, her attitude made us feel like we were an inconvenience. She wasn't very attentive, especially to our kids, who had been at Legoland all day and were extremely hungry. She never came back to take their food order, and we found ourselves waiting longer and longer without any communication. Eventually, another server took over our table. She was incredibly kind, friendly, and apologetic. We explained that we had already been waiting a long time and just wanted to place our food order to go so we could get our hungry kids back to the hotel. She handled the situation professionally and did her best to help, which we truly appreciated. If you're dining with young children, I'd keep in mind that service may not be the best fit if your family needs an attentive server or timely service. Waiting extended periods without updates can be especially difficult for tired, hungry kids. It's disappointing because the restaurant itself seemed nice, and the hostess and second server were both wonderful. Unfortunately, the experience with our original server left a bad impression. While I understand busy nights happen, the lack of attentiveness and communication made for a frustrating experience, and because of that, I don't think we'll be returning.

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.

3.5 stars Stopped by…read morePelly's Fish Market & Cafe for lunch on a Monday afternoon. There was a decent weekday crowd, with the restaurant about 60% occupied when we arrived. Ordered the Small Boston White Clam Chowder ($6.99), 3 Piece Fish & Chips with fries ($21.99), and the Sea Bass Plate ($25.99) which came with two sides - opted for Spanish rice and black beans. The clam chowder was just okay and nothing particularly special. The sea bass with garlic butter was a little bland and definitely needed some hot sauce or tartar sauce for extra flavor. The Spanish rice also tasted like it had been sitting out for a while and was a little dry. I did appreciate that the black beans came topped with some cheese and were served in a little tostada bowl - a nice touch. The fish and chips were hands down the best thing we ordered. The fish had a super crispy batter and the fries were crispy as well. Definitely the standout of the meal. Pelly's is located in a shared plaza with Ralphs, so there are plenty of parking spaces available. Both indoor and outdoor seating and it's a counter-service setup where you order at the counter and they'll bring the food out to your table.

Best place ever, food is bomb. Service is great and fast. They never have you waiting. Everyone…read moreworks so hard. We will definitely be coming back

So delightful!! Tried the maple bacon eggs benedict & protein toast & both were great. Large…read moreportions, very filling. The maple bacon on the eggs benedict really elevated it & the dish may have converted me into a breakfast person. The toast was LOADED & so deliciously flavored. An unexpected standout was the tallow biscuit! I didn't know how delicious a biscuit could be. We loved it so much we took one to go. We went on a Sunday morning so there was a line, but it moved very quickly & service was quick! The decor inside is also quirky & cute & gives a sweet ambiance. Will definitely return when in the area.