Every time that my wife and I travel to San Diego, somehow we always find our way to the Carlsbad…read morePremium Outlets. Sometimes I will just be the two of us, and sometimes a larger group. Stopping by the Carlsbad Premium Outlets is a fun outing for anyone looking to shop a nice set of outlet stores in Carlsbad where the weather is typically lovely outside. There are plenty of stores along with some food options. There are some name brand stores and some stores not tied to name brands. There are deals regularly, especially around times like Black Friday and before and after any holiday. I often take a book and read it outside in a comfortable chair (hopefully out of the sun) while waiting for her to shop. When we went with her parents once, I sat with my father-in-law outside and we eventually stopped by Starbucks for a beverage. There are more than 85 stores and restaurants at the Carlsbad Premium Outlets. My wife's favorite is the Ann Taylor Factory Store. There is also a Coach Outlet, Gap Factory, Michael Kors Outlet, and so much more. Some of the restaurant options include a Blaze Pizza, Starbucks (of course!), Jersey Mike's, Ruby's Diner, Rubio's Coastal Grill, Wetzel's Pretzels, Tea Monks, Panda Express, Oasis Tacos, Mot'to Japanese Grill, and Haagen Dazs. There are other restaurants a short drive from the Outlets if more sit-down restaurants are desired. There are plenty of sales, discounts, and deals. Each day, different sales are listed on their website at https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/carlsbad/deals. There are also military, teacher, and student discounts (all published on their website). Be prepared to share IDs accordingly when taking advantage of the discounts. There is also a free Elite Rewards membership, which you can find out more about at https://plus.simon.com. Each store has its own hours though the general hours at 10 AM to 7 PM from Monday through Thursday, 10 AM to 8 PM on Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM to 7 PM on Sunday. Other amenities of the Carlsbad Premium Outlets include accessible parking, ATMs, a baby changing station, bike racks, drinking fountains, EV charging stations, family restrooms, nursing mother's lounge, public restrooms. strollers, wheelchairs, and so much more. You can read more about the Carlsbad Premium Outlets at https://www.premiumoutlets.com.

Was hoping for an Old Navy or Lane Bryant store. The toilet…read morepaper in the restrooms is awful! The public beaches have better toilet paper! This is not even 1/2 ply!

4 stars The Shoppes…read moreat Carlsbad is a solid indoor mall for North County. Good mix of stores like Macy's, H&M, Vans, and Sephora, plus a nice variety of food at the courtyard. The mini Bazaar on weekends is a cool touch with local vendors and collectibles. Parking is easy and it never feels too packed compared to UTC or Fashion Valley. Movie theater and Dave & Buster's make it good for more than just shopping. Only downside is a few empty storefronts and the food court could use an upgrade. Overall it's clean, family-friendly, and convenient if you're in Carlsbad. Worth a trip if you want to avoid the big mall crowds.

It's been a few years since I've been to The Shoppes at Carlsbad. There's been a lot of changes,…read moreboth good and bad that I've noticed. First the good: amazing renovations have improved the shopping experience. New flooring; sitting areas with power outlets and comfortable chairs; very comfortable outdoor living space with modern conveniences; a PAW-sitive environment for a 4 legged friends; a very clean and well maintained modern shopping area. The restaurants are all centrally located. Lots of parking areas with easy access. The bad: a sad commentary on the shopping climate/culture with an abundance of closed and empty restaurants and stores. The online shopping experience has resulted in brick and mortar businesses to experience more and more contraction of their customer base since the pandemic of COVID-19. At the time of my visit, there were a few number of shoppers in the mall. It saddens me to see the effects of the online shopping economy. I will try to support more businesses in physical stores and retail shops. It's difficult when you compete with the low price points and convenience of next day delivery from online retailers.

It's a good shopping mall but not the best. It has some…read moregood stores in and it's growing and getting modernized! When we moved here this mall had been just started and had many areas closed. Now, two years later more and more stores moved in and it developed a nice atmosphere. I like that they are offering a food court, Macy's and JcPenny. A gym is just around the corner and plenty of parking on both sides. The movie theater etc is a nice touch in that area. This mall has great potential, this Christmas 2019 they offered a corner with free characters to meet, hot coco and some local snacks for free. In addition, they have a very pretty Santa on the other side of the mall.

OMG!! May I just say: THIS IS THE CLEANEST ONE I HAVE YET TO BE IN! Not only that, but I got a…read morecart (not kidding!!)AND everything on my list. In other words, they had an inventory. I, for the life of me, cannot figure out how this company got on the "top of the line" list, nationally(that's according to Clark Howard News). I just went again Monday to one closer to my house......no cart! Waited 10 minutes. And watched a lady with 5 flat, easy to carry, light-weight items run back and forth around the check-out location. You see what kind of person I become when I'm TRYING to shop at a CVS store. Well, not to worry North County residents. This is the store to head to.....please leave room for me. I still have a list. BTW to CVS: carts are being taken by the homeless, I get it. Several places have come up with a way to "nip that in the bud". Please think of something too!!!

Village Faire Shopping Center is located in the heart of Carlsbad. It is also close to the beach…read more It is a Victorian style architecture building. It is a two level shopping center with a nice central fountain. Elevator is available. They have numerous seating all around the shopping center. The center has a very relaxing atmosphere which makes it fun to walk or shop around. Parking is available, but you can park around in the street. It could be challenging sometimes. There are different types of shops and restaurants around. For example; you can find coffee shops, bobba shop, Gelato,ramen restaurant, sushi restaurant, Italian restaurant, clothing, jewelry, souvenirs, board game shop, art gallery, dentist office and more. I enjoyed shopping at many shops there and trying the coffee shop, gelato and sushi restaurant.

Its charming outdoor shopping center with a laid-back coastal vibe. Located just steps from the…read morebeach, it offers a diverse mix of boutique shops, restaurants, and cafes, making it a perfect spot to spend a leisurely afternoon. The open-air layout is beautifully landscaped, featuring fountains and plenty of seating areas to relax. I found unique clothing, jewelry, and gift stores, while food options range from casual eateries to sit-down restaurants, catering to a variety of tastes, including vegetarian choice, coffee shops and ice cream parlors for a quick treat. Parking can be a bit tricky during peak times, the ambiance and proximity to Carlsbad Village's other attractions make it worthwhile. Whether you're looking for a quick bite, a special gift, or just a stroll, Village Faire offers a delightful mix of coastal charm and convenience.

Plaza Paseo Real is one of my favorite shopping malls in Carlsbad. I love the Spanish-style…read morearchitecture. It's easy to get to (on El Camino Real) with easy parking. There are a great mix of businesses/services for whatever your need is...banks, cleaners, coffee shops, a variety of fitness/wellness places, all types of food to eat, grocery store to buy food, entertainment, library, post office, etc. It's awesome that they collaborate with each other for community events. I got to witness this collaboration in action at this year's Health & Wellness Expo. Nice opportunity to interact with staff!! All very friendly :-)

Located right on the corner of El Camino Real and Aviara, it's one of the better strip malls in…read moreCarlsbad. Nice selection of restaurants including Tin Leaf, Tuscany, Beach Plum Kitchen, Allen's NY Pizza, and La Costa Roasting Co. to name a few. It also has great entertainment like Cineopolis, the upscale movie theater. It does have all the retail services that local residents need, like a Vons for those who need to do grocery shopping, UPS for mail and printing services, nail salon, hair cutting, etc. And the newly renovated Carlsbad Library is just across the parking lot, so you can take advantage of all the free services there. On my last visit, I noticed a fairly new set of electric charging stations for electric cars-- nice that green-friendly shoppers can be supported.

There are so many cute little stores here, from Paddywax, Bloom, Lofty Coffee, Free People…read moreMovement, The Butchery, Arhaus, and Equinox to Sweetgreen and delicious Jeni's Ice Cream. I've always had a great customer serviceexperience here, and I appreciate the care that goes into the food, shops, and little details, from clothing to custom candles. Great value for the quality of products, from food to clothing and everything in between. Come here to get your shopping done and enjoy delicious food before you leave. You can choose from pizza shops, Mexican food, burger spots, or just grab coffee from Lofty.

Great shopping plaza in Carlsbad. Recently went here to attend the trick or treat event for…read moreHalloween. I love how they engage the community with holiday events. The shops come together to give back to the community. Good food, shops, and businesses.

We spent the afternoon walking around. This outdoor shopping center is larger than what it seems…read more There are such a variety of shops for everyone. More upscale stores. There is a play structure for the kids, movie theatre and lots of eateries to chill and relax those feet. Lots of parking but it can be quite busy so prepare.

As always, PHR does not disappoint. The only thing, I don't ever recall seeing posters or getting…read moresome type of newsletter, but I haven't always come around when the event is happening, which is always a nice surprise. Some of the shops were participating, performers in different sections of the plaza, got some cookies from Jersey Mike's which were delicious and warm. Got to enjoy some lovely music and see Santa take pictures and be around a lot of people that were in the holiday spirit lovel

This is the plaza to go if you want to take care of your errands LIKE A BOSS!…read more Want to handle all of your errands with minimal (if any) driving? [grocery, veterinarian, hardware store, paint store, tack & feed store, bank, gas station, 5-6 places to eat + frozen yogurt + coffee, reflexology, drug store, UPS...] I'm sure I'm forgetting something - but you get the idea, it has it all and will save you a ton of time!

Nice, clean decent outdoor shopping plaza with no pizazz. Great if you are camping or live in the…read moreneighborhood and you like all things generic. There is a Ralph's and Rite-Aid but no specialty food markets except for Pelly's Fish Market/Cafe. It's worth the trip for this place. There is one nice Aveda hair salon but other than that pretty run of the mill and boring. The small fountain is pleasant and there is an outside seating area for the local food joints.