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    Beets Avocado Plant Based Bowl
    Savanna V.

    Grabbed lunch with my mom on a Saturday, hadn't been here in a long time! Ordering at the counter was easy, although we had to ask the cashier questions to clarify the components of the dishes we were interested in since the menu doesn't have descriptions. Food came out quick and was good. I got the beet and avocado bowl, which had plenty of both plus cabbage and quinoa. My mom got the Thai noodle salad, which had a lot of chicken. It was nice to sit inside out of the heat!

    Chimichurri Grass Fed Steak
    Nicholas L.

    Food was good, service took it above and beyond. Shoutout Letty!! She was very nice and took our experience to the next level.

    Buffalo chicken tender Caesar Wrap
    Hanna K.

    I got the Buffalo Chicken Tender Caesar Salad Wrap. I always have to ask for no tomatoes, with every Caesar salad I get. I would suggest taking out the croutons and tomatoes from this particular dish because just the cheese, buffalo chicken tenders and salad are incredibly flavorful and crunchy on its own. The service here is always great. And the ambience is lovely.

    Grilled Grass Fed Steak with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and French Fries

    Food was good, but Letty's customer service and pleasant attitude was what made the entire experience for my party and I! She went above and beyond to ensure that our experience was top-notch.

    Grilled Grass Fed Steak is delicious!  Added chimchurri sauce and my day went for good to GREAT
    Michele O.

    What a lovely, open airy place to have delicious and healthy food with a WONDERFUL wait staff. This place seems like it's always busy, and I can attest why. The food and service is exceptional, and I feel the pricing is fair too. The desserts/cakes they have ready to go, look amazing! And I can't wait to return to try them. I ordered the Grilled Grass fed Steak plate with Brussels sprouts (delish) Mac and cheese (salt to taste) with garlic bread - and a Chicken plate. Both are delicious. Very tasty. I missed asking for the Chimchirri sauce for my grilled steak, and also needed other utensils. MARCO was incredibly attentive and kept the place clean...I was impressed. Great food, awesome service, and the refreshing experience. Glad to be back!

    Here is what we ordered. Food was gross
    Kimberly N.

    I truly appreciate management reaching out to us after a bad experience at this Carlsbad location. They provided a gift card so we could give them another opportunity to make it better. We returned to this same Carlsbad location using a gift card provided after our previous bad experience on 4/9/26. Unfortunately our visit last night 4/18/26 at 8:45pm was also disappointing. From the moment we arrived, the experience felt off. The cashier was extremely rude, she didn't greet us, avoided basic customer interaction, and continued talking to another employee while staring at us as we waited to be helped. It felt uncomfortable and unwelcoming. At first, I thought there might be a language barrier, but it became clear it was simply her attitude. Because of this, we were hesitant to even ask questions about the menu or clarify anything about the dishes. The drink machine had already been turned off, which made us unsure about ordering drinks at all and added to the overall lack of service. When the food came out, it was another letdown. The plates themselves were hot, yet the food was cold--particularly the bass fish my daughter ordered. For a restaurant that promotes made-from-scratch food, no shortcuts, and fresh preparation throughout the day, this was extremely concerning as it's untrue at this location at least. The temperature and presentation did not reflect food being freshly prepared, especially for a fish dish that takes merely minutes to prepare. While the flavor itself was acceptable, the overall quality and execution did not align with the standard the brand represents. My beef stew was also barely reheated, and did not taste the same as it did previously, only the mashed potatoes were hot and properly prepared. Overall, this visit confirmed our concerns from the first experience. I truly appreciate management trying to make it right; however, at this point it appears the issue is with staff and overall execution at this Carlsbad location. The food did not have the same genuine quality or taste we experienced at the Mission Valley location. Instead, it felt more like a cut-corner, microwaved processed fast-food experience rather than the fresh, authentic standard the brand promotes. This location, at least, does not appear to meet its own stated standards. After two poor experiences, we will not be returning.

    Richard A.

    Wanted some good fresh takeout. Urban nearby, eaten there in past. Got Thai chic salad and surf and turf with asparagus and Brussels sprouts. All tasty but loved the salad. Fresh and flavorful. Recommend

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    Frank R.

    I really like this place if you're trying to eat healthy this is a fantastic place to go. The condiments that they have on their little side bar consist of soy sauce and extra-virgin olive oil which I love I like all the fresh options that they have and healthy options.

    One of everything delicious desserts
    Kelly S.

    Food is to die for! Come to Queen Creek Arizona. We need fresh food. Service on point. I love the outdoors fire pit and our beach filled day! I drove 6 hrs and boom UP never disappoints-I take everyone here-when visiting

    Yummy healthy lunch.  Thank you God.
    Maria P.

    Our first time at this UP location and ordering was easy, parking a bit full due to the Christmas shopping. Glad there was a parking attendant managing the full lot. I ordered a mixed beet salad. The presentation was pretty and overall it was a delicious salad, colorful. My boyfriend ordered the chicken sandwich the food was a scale at 4 (from 1-10). Why 4 because the fried and chicken and fries were not hot, the batter was not seasoned, They only offer red garlic aioli and ketchup for a side sauce. Basically, this plate was very barren and not appetizing. He was highly disappointed. The service, questionable because we didn't have any. The cashier was not connecting with her clientele and Our server lacked warmth as she served us our dishes. Overall, I was very surprised because my experiences with UP has been wirh a positive note. Perhaps it can be the location. The Del Mar location the staff is friendlier, warmer and inviting.

    Blue Cheese Steak Sandwich
    Samanta B.

    I was in the area & have been wanting to try this place. Did NOT disappoint! Friendly staff, good music, & spacious. The Blue Cheese Steak Sandwich was by far the best one I have ever had! I just had it today & can't stop thinking about it LOL. Definitely need to come back, soooo many delicious options that I can't wait to try!

    Four up with chicken tortilla soup, Chile lime corn ont the cob, beef braise, rainbow carrots and beets
    Christine S.

    The food and service is consistently good. It's all about fresh ingredients and a nice variety. We have a plate pass which gives a 20% discount on food. I enjoyed trying the new chicken tortilla soup and the Chile lime corn on the cob. There's something for everyone. On mother's Day, they made it special with roses and a dessert for the moms. l very nice touch!

    Grilled Cage Free Chicken Plate with Roasted Garlic Parmesan Mushrooms and Glazed Brussels Sprouts
    Ann V.

    I know where to get amazing food from scratch...Urban Plates. Urban Plates (UP) is located in THE Forum Carlsbad. It's my favorite place to go to for lunch and dinner. I quickly became an UP fan when I found out all meals use quality ingredients freshly delivered from local farms/producers that are responsibly sourced. Who doesn't love fresh food!? There are so many yummy wholesome options on their chef-driven seasonal menu that you'll crave for. They're able to tailor to different dietary needs which is a plus nowadays. If you're in the area, you must step right up to UP for a relaxing, farm-to-table dining experience with a good vibe and friendly quick hospitality. UP believes everyone deserves to eat this good at an affordable price. As a health-conscious foodie, I believe it too! And, you will too :-)

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    Very good food and service!! Ariana is so sweet and food is very tasty and clean sourced.

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    Arianna was so sweet and the food was absolutely amazing! I love that the food here is so clean and organic too!!

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    Food amazing I recommend it to anyone and everyone every time we talk about places to eat( all the time )

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    Manny is a very nice and fun guy to talk to. He got my food ti me fasts and the food was absolutely amazing!!

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    Service was amazing from Paige and food is always so good! Will definitely be coming back soon!

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    Food was amazing. Steak was cooked perfectly. Cauliflower was great. Patty was super friendly!!

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    The food is great and amazing customer service!! Cory was very helpful and friendly!!

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    First time trying this restaurant and I was so excited. I placed an order through Uber and food was completely COLD so taste was not good.

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    Chef Marco R is an excellent chef great service and food highly recommend great ambiance

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    The food is fresh and always ready if you order pickup.The menu has something for everyone.Excellent.C.Price

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    Everytime I come here I get the best service. Great quality food! My favorite is the vegan tofu bowl, I can't get enough of this place.

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    Amazing service and wonderful place. I have the plate pass and come here all the time with friends and family!

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    Excellent service by Alex. She patiently took our order with all its special requests, carefully and accurately.

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    Service was amazing and the food tasted great definetely coming back!!! Service was not only great but also very fast

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    Do they serve Alcohol?

    We have a few beers on tap, and a small wine selection as well that we serve by the glass, carafe and bottle.

    Is this location pet friendly?

    We have pet, friendly patio seating. We do ask that all dogs are kept on their leashes, and no pets are allowed on top of the chairs and tables outside.

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    Thank you for submitting a question. Our patio is heated with stationary heaters, we also have a gas fire pit at the entrance of the restaurant. Again, thank you and we look… 

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    We are open 11am-7pm Thanksgiving Day!

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    California Pizza Kitchen

    California Pizza Kitchen

    3.9
    (39 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    Great food and friendly waitstaff! They have a nice variety on their menu and the food is tasty…read moreand the service was good. I had the West Coast Burger Bowl which had the best burger I have had in a long time; served on a bed of lettuce with avocado at 40g of protein. And don't forget to try the Butter Cake; I told the manager it should be illegal it was so yummy. They are in the old Corner Bakery location near Habit and Trader Joe's. I highly recommend them as another food restaurant in Encinitas!

    I don't even know when CPK snuck in and opened in Encinitas. It seems like a smaller footprint than…read morea normal CPK but decent size for the area. Service was a little uneven, sometimes lots of check ins and water refills but took forever to get the check. Great lunch special for about $15 for a 7" pizza duo with soup or salad. I got the burnt end pizza and thai chicken salad. The pizza was a little dry, maybe more cheese or sauce. The salad was very crunchy, lot of peanuts and cabbage. It was also a bit overdressed. My friend liked her mushroom, pepperoni and sausage pizza and her Caesar salad was overdressed and covered in too much parmesan. The space is new, clean and very comfortable. The parking lot is hit and miss with lots of eateries in a small lot with small parking spaces. If you sign up for their rewards program you get a free appetizer. We got the Buffalo cauliflower which was okay, again heavily sauced so it was soggy. But hey, it was free!

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    Harvest Market at Fox Point Farms

    Harvest Market at Fox Point Farms

    4.6
    (50 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    I love meeting friends or my sister here to grab a bite and a drink and sit and talk. The market…read moreitself is pricey if you are shopping for groceries, but they do offer fresh bread from Bread Underground and other specialty snacks and other items I like to take home at the end of my visit. I usually order an iced matcha latte with oat milk and a Sweet Toast inside the market, then when I'm ready I switch to a cup or two of hard kombucha, which always has ingredients plucked from the farm, depending on what is seasonal. Everything is always delicious and delightful. Service at this walk-up coffee area is friendly. There is plenty of seating outside, in the front or back of the open-air market, and lingering for hours is encouraged. I like taking a walk around the perimeter farm while I'm there as well. There is an apothecary and a brewery on the premises, as well as a coffee roasting area. This part of the farm always seems to be closed for a private event, but that just adds to the bustling and community atmosphere. There is a couch area with a fire pit (and one in the back) in addition to the assortment of tables, a huge grass area and a natural (wood) climbing structure for kids to play, and sometimes they have live music there. There are always families and Encinitas locals hanging out and enjoying all that this place has to offer. There is a pizza stall in front of the market, as well as Huerta Tacos stand in back. Hours for these vary depending on the day. Both are not cheap, but the food is fresh and delicious, made with quality ingredients and interesting flavors. I sometimes treat myself to either, depending on who I'm with or what time of day it is. There is also a restaurant upstairs, and I have eaten there once, but prefer coming to hang at the Harvest Market and getting my food and drinks there. I live in the Vista/Carlsbad area, but it is worth the 20-25 minute drive to come hang out here for the afternoon!

    Vegan beetroot hummus! I purchased a small container $5 of this bright beautiful hummus, mild in…read moreflavor, not tart nor sweet. You wouldn't know there were beats in it aside from the color, it tastes pretty close to a standard, chickpea hummus. Found inside the harvest market deli cooler with the snacks & drinks near the prepared salads to grab & go items. They have lots of fresh produce, fresh bread, and packaged cracker chip items to purchase and enjoy with it. It was cool creamy and refreshing. I enjoyed it with some fresh artisan bread. Nice filling, healthy snack. The market has a variety of fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, including edible ones, a small Café with hot and cold, freshly made drinks, including the option of ones with vegan plant milk, as well as a small baked goods case full of vegan cookies and muffins. Nice selection of interesting drinks, including Matcha & Ube. A nice selection of vegan items for sale. This very modern up scale barn is on a spacious property with ample outdoor hard seating, including individual chairs, both metal and wood picnic tables with benches, hardwood Adirondack chairs around a large fire pit in the back. If you prefer soft seating like me, there are only a few on the property, a couch by the outdoor fireplace inside up in the restaurant and balcony. The outdoor pizza kitchen has a variety of made to order cooked in front of you pizzas including vegan (must ask for vegan cheese substitute) or gluten-free egg, white and cauliflower crust. The Cook said most of the pizzas can be made with the vegan cheese. Included a few nice options with pesto sauce, truffle, mushroom, and more. After seeing a few come out out of the oven with the bubbled crust, I'm looking forward to returning and giving one a try. It seemed to be the favorite menu item of the outdoor diners, as the tables were full of them. Parking is on a dirt and gravel stretch so skip the sandals and flip-flops & wear closed toed tennis shoes. There are walking paths around the properties so you can get in a nice stroll before having a nibble and a drink. The path around the property you'll see their crops of produce and flowers growing as well as the animals they have: horses, goats pigs. Upstairs after 4 PM, they have a nice clean-looking modern style restaurant featuring a nice menu with a variety of six vegetarian and one vegan pasta option. The hostess, who claimed she was also vegetarian was quick to point out all the vegetarian options some can be converted to vegan by omitting the cheese or dairy ingredient. There's a nice tall bar upstairs with stools and one TV for watching news or sports. Apparently they have a brunch weekends only with a menu that also looks very inviting. The property has a large selection of bottled wines, a micro brewery and a coffee bean brewery. Family friendly, a nice place to go to get a bite and drink, stretch your legs, enjoy fresh air (although a bit dusty near parking lot). Country music is playing loudly in and around the property. We have an expanse of grass for picnic in a play area that's very natural and organic and appearance and a glass house which opens up onto a hard scape patio available for a private event events. The people were friendly and welcoming. It's a spot of natural plot of country near the coast line in Encinitas.

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    Nectarine Grove

    Nectarine Grove

    4.3
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    2.2 mi
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    I want to Thank Sam Mor for his assistance with a gift card that was purchased and sent to a yahoo…read moreaccount instead of my son's gmail. When I alerted Hannah she reliably and pleasantly took all the information to relay to Sam who personally responded. I was concerned the card would be cashed before we could send it to the right address. My daughter in law and son visit your establishment often since they are local and it is a favorite stop we make several times a year when we visit. Since our daughter In law will be recuperating from surgery it was my first thought to send them a gift card. We were convinced how much we enjoy your menu but now that we see What behind the scenes customer service you provide we are secured as loyal customers.

    When my friend with celiac invited me to have dinner at Nectarine Grove I wasn't really sure how I…read morewould feel about a fully gluten-free restaurant, but it certainly exceeded my expectations. To start, the employees here are so sweet! There are so many seating options inside, outside, and even an additional seating area in a more quiet and secluded room. I was a little nervous that the wheat alternatives would be bland or dry and hard, but everything was delicious! I ordered the Veggie Lovers pizza with vegan mozzarella and ricotta on a paleo crust. I was pleasantly surprised by how soft and flavorful the crust was! The vegan cheeses were also exceptional and the entire pizza was cooked perfectly. The tortillas that they use for the tacos are good as well. Whether you are gluten-free, vegan, trying to eat healthier, or simply accompanying a friend, Nectarine Grove has something for everyone!

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    Atelier Manna

    Atelier Manna

    4.6
    (312 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    "Addison's Brunch"…read more Placed perfectly along the sunkissed Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas is a quaint brunch spot serving up culinary wizardry. I've gotten the chance to visit a few times and I'm always impressed with how they balance serious cooking with approachable flavors. Chef Andrew Bachelier (Addison, Jeune et Jolie, Campfire) brings his take on a foodie workshop that dazzles with amazing brunch food and an imaginative drinks bar. The food was phenomenal. Turkish Eggs were super flavorful and fresh. Almost like eating an herby ramen egg on crusty toast with all the fresh herbs and chili oil. The hamachi crudo was delicate and fresh. The pork chop was sumptuous with an excellent sauce. But my favorite had to be the sourdough french toast. It actually blew my mind how the outside was crispy and crackley but the inside was moist, gooey but not mushy. I heard from the waiter they soak the bread in a custard or syrup for 72 hrs to get that texture and yet the outside is crispy. Sorcery. In short, this is the brunch spot of all brunch spots, combining michelin star level cooking with beloved breakfast foods. This place really punches above its weight class and I highly recommend checking it out! Best Bite: French Toast

    Really enjoyed my visit to Atelier Manna!!…read more First, they are now TAKING RESERVATIONS. We didn't realize that until morning of. It's easier for them and easier for us - they can count how many people are coming & you don't have to worry about waiting an hour. Vibes are great. Food is lovely (though expensive!). My fave dish was the amazing summer porridge. Sure it's $32 for the dish - but this is a Michelin-quality place (Bib Gourmand, not a star) so not for every day and it was delicious. Basically like a risotto, ate every grain. Check out the gorgeous pic! People are high on the Turkish eggs - but I thought they were meh, and tiny for $23. Not one of the best values here, IMHO. We wanted to try the vaunted French toast, but they had run out by the time of our reservation. On the recommendation of our server & my friend Jiansen in his review here, we also ordered the Pistachio Bread Pudding. It was beautiful, tasty, light and photo worthy! And also on Jiansen's rec, I tried the jasper, which was like a cold coffee mocktail on the rocks (steady state coffee. cherry. chaga. vanilla. rose vinegar. lemon). Tasty and interesting! We really liked the vibes too. They take reservations for 1:30 pm, though they're closing technically at 2. The manager (whose name I am forgetting - but he is from Philly and super nice!) told us "they don't close" and we could sit and enjoy & not be in their way while they closed up, but a few of the other staff members seemed to be wanting us to leave. So keep that in mind if you get one of the last reservations; lingering with a friend might be a bit challenging. But we had a great time, and I especially enjoyed the summer porridge. I'll definitely come again (and know I should make a reservation) - but it's probably better to come earlier before they run out of anything & before we're in their way while they're cleaning up! Oh - and parking can be a real challenge. Come early and check out the side streets!

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    The Henry

    The Henry

    4.3
    (413 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    Takes reservations
    Private events

    Hank having the Hanky kids meal. Pos: dog friendly, great…read moreambiance, staff loves the dogs very friendly. We ordered the kids meal the hanky which is a hamburger they made it without any seasoning on it or sauces in our dog. Hank loved it obviously see in the picture. Cons: sometimes parking can be a challenge

    First time visiting this location. A friend and I had lunch. I'm glad I made a reservation because…read morethe indoor seating was fully booked by the time I checked in. To me, the food was 3.5 to 4 stars. I ordered the thai and basil soda mocktail which was super refreshing and not too sweet! The spicy tuna and crispy rice was really good! I ordered the harvest bowl ($26) and added 3 oz. of steak for an additional $15. I didn't think that was a good value for roasted veggies and a small portion of steak. Some of the steak was extremely chewy as well. My friend said the hot honey chicken sandwich was good but there was a lot going on. I did take a bite of the molten butter cake while it was hot and fresh (I ordered it to-go) and the caramel really elevated the cake. Five stars for ambiance and service. The vibe here was smart casual. I did enjoy the aesthetic. Service was A+ with Emily. The manager came over a couple of times to make sure we were comfortable which was super sweet! I would definitely return. I really want to visit for brunch one of these days!

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