Lunch at Verise was everything. Rooted in Italian tradition with a modern twist, this North country spot is all about gathering, handcrafted pastas, wood-fired creations and seasonal flavors worth slowing down for. Reservations are now open! Don't sleep on this one read more

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What a bummer this place was over priced and bad. Was hoping for a good Italian place with cocktails close to home but nope this is just an over priced hotel restaurant and bar. Service was bad and slow and the food was bland. As a starter we ordered the parmigiana balsamico. This was literally just chunks of parmigiana drizzled with balsamic vinegar. No bread or anything else. This was also dropped off to us with no silverware. It took us about 5 min to flag someone down to get some. Our first drink finally came 10 min after our appetizer was dropped (~20 min after ordering) at this time I asked for the wine I ordered. They then brought a Chianti when I ordered a Pinot Grigio. Finally got the right wine maybe 30 min after ordering it. For the main course I ordered the spaghetti pomodoro with burrata. I could have made this at home much better. The sauce had no flavor and there was hardly any burrata. The pasta seemed store bought and was over cooked and barely warm. I had to ask for salt to even be able to eat it. My friend ordered the bucatini and it was so over cooked he wasn't even able to twirl it. The pasta just broke apart. His dish was also cold. I'm not sure if it's just a bunch of influencers reviewing this place or what but I absolutely can't recommend it. The service was non existent and the food wasn't well executed. It was also incredibly loud and hard to hear each other talk so I couldn't even enjoy the ambiance. 2 pastas 2 drinks and some cheese was $100. Would have been fine paying that for quality food which this wasn't. read more

Verise - Spaghetti pomodoro. Not good. - Italian Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Lots of reviewers rave about the food at Verise. I don't know. Couldn't get served. I stepped into Verise from the Hotel Solea lobby, the usual route for hotel guests eating at a hotel restaurant. Waited several minutes before a server acknowledged me and directed me to the hostess station, which was not within sight of the door. Waited several minutes more for a hostess to seat me at one of the empty tables visible from the hostess station. Waited more than several minutes for a server to bring a menu. Waited longer still for a server to return to take my order. I'll never know how long it took her to return. Total elapsed time 30 min and no drink or food order on a Saturday evening when the dining room was not super busy. read more

Let me start with the 2 stars goes to our server because she was just the messenger and a very sweet messenger at that (0 from the kitchen and maybe 1 * from the bar after the first lemon drop was sent back then redeemed), what came out of the kitchen had nothing to do with her. Our $68 "New York" was unlike any New York I've ever had elsewhere because there was now way it was a New York and they tried to pass it off as a New York and is a HARD NO! You decide for yourself...if you know what a New York should look and taste like. This was the greatest displeasure as we are just lovers of good food. The place was not busy at all for a Monday night, later in the evening, but still took almost 2 hours. When we arrived around 7:30 we immediately ordered a kids pizza for our granddaughter (we saw the wood fire pizza area and thought, WOW, should be an elevated experience) and it still didn't come out til almost 9pm and was nothing more than what looked and tasted like a heated frozen pizza. Our server took it off the bill because it was so delayed for our 3 year old girl. We ordered the chicken as well and it was delicious itself. Didn't really need the green paste on top but the chicken was juicy and spoke for itself. Would give this place another shot if in the area again but only after some major changes. read more

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Great food, great atmosphere, aesthetically amazing. However the service could be better. Celebrating a birthday and no one said anything or even offered something at the end. What to avoid - the Steak a bit tough on some areas, the calamari don't get it was hard and chewy and the special parmigiana with truffle which they ran out of penne and only had spaghetti was not worth 48 dollars. read more

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Wow! What a location, it's gorgeous! The decor is so tasteful with a touch of Tuscany! We began with a few starters which would pretty darn good. The meatballs were full of flavor, and the texture was perfect! The fried calamari was good, but the batter was a bit on the heavy side. I had the Gnocchetti Di Patate which was so light and fluffy, the sauce was elegante. My husband had the Tagliata Di Manzo, which he said was delicious and cooked perfectly. Generous portions and priced well. Our server Lucas was extremely efficient, friendly and made our dinner an outstanding experience. The entire staff was wonderful. We can't wait to go back and try new things. read more

Verise - Tagliata Di Manzo - Italian Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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A beautiful new addition to Carlsbad I had the pleasure of dining at VERISE Italian restaurant yesterday at the Newley remodeled SOLEA Hotel and I had the most fantastic dinner ever we walked right in. It was Sunday evening seems like it was a slow day, which I loved because we almost had the entire property to ourselves no complaints here I love a private dining experience. Anyhow, we started off with an old-fashioned and an espresso martini, which were both done very well. Our appetizers consisted of a Crudo di Mare, the Burrata with beats and bread with prosciutto di Parma, which was out of this world and I'm talking about the prosciutto. The bread was good too. The crudo Di mare was pretty good but that prosciutto unreal. I also went for a limonchello spritz which was so refreshing and really paired well with my Meal for our main entrées, Of course we had to try a pasta because they make it fresh daily. I love a good gnocchi and that's really hard to find made out of potatoes, but they have executed it perfectly. That was very delicious. The Bronzino though was my favorite oh my goodness it came with these olives, capers, and cannellini beans. It was so delicious. I literally cannot wait to go back there again and let's not forget about the most top-tier service that we received from Annie you guys. She was just so amazing. I mean, she smiled. She was happy. She knew her menu. She gave us some really good recommendations all in all she was lovely. The place was beautiful. Can't wait to go back there again. read more

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Outstanding service from our server, Gregory. There was a slight delay on the initial cocktail, but other than that, it was great. The food was very good. The calamari was definitely the best I've had in a long time, with delicious peppers and fried basil. The Bucatina Amatriciana was very good, but I was hoping for more chunks of guanciale. The bolognese was decent but lacked flavor and could use a little more salt. The wine pairing was excellent, and we will definitely be back, as the ambiance was top notch right on the ocean. read more

Ambience/decor 5 stars. Hostess/servers need more inservice training. Attentiveness is lacking, service is slow and the customer service needs work. Unfortunately, as much as it hurts to write this review the establishment needs to know what patrons are experiencing while dining in. You would think they would serve quality foods but can't get a simple margarita pizza right?!!? I can't imagine what else is going wrong. The pizza was terrible extremely salty and the "cheese"crumpled as if were small curds of cottage cheese. I'm not sure why they would add a beautiful oven for them to not perfect something so simple... I have no idea what they used for cheese but it certainly wasn't good and certainly wasn't cheesy.... Awful! read more

Verise - Extremely salty and the "cheese" crumpled like cottage cheese very strange!! Never experienced this before! - Italian Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Thoroughly enjoyed breakfast and went back for the chef's choice dinner at this superb dining experience. We've been to this hotel before, but they have since completed a total remodel so the ambiance is exceptional. Multiple pleasant servers ensured we had everything we needed. We'll be back again and again. read more

Jeesica (no, that spelling isn't a typo!) was a knowledgeable and sweet waitress. My family and I had a great time. We ordered the Verise Benedict, Panino De Pollo and Verise burger. The Benedict was my favorite! I usually don't like hollandaise sauce, but this one had a delicious cilantro twist that was amazing. My second favorite was the burger, thanks to the pickled onions inside, and the chicken sandwich was great as well. We also loved the fries that came with both sandwiches! My family and I look forward to returning, we loved our outdoor table with a view of a pretty little olive grove read more

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Just discovered Verise at Hotel Solea and it's such a hidden gem. The Italian wines are wonderful, the food is fresh and delicious, and the setting is beautiful--overlooking the pool with a clear ocean view in the distance. Relaxed, elevated, and definitely worth a visit. read more

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Wow, this restaurant is absolutely gorgeous. Food is also excellent! We had the meatballs, octopus, beets and burrata, seafood pasta, bucatini with spicy red sauce, and kid's pasta and they were all perfect. Josh, our server, was also great. They also do complimentary valet for the restaurant. Highly recommend! read more

Verise - Italian Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Service was great, the staff was amazing. The ambiance is definitely is resort like, calm and soothing. We came here for my bday and i was given a complimentary glass of Prosecco. We ordered pastas; the gnocchi, it was flavorful, the spaghetti bucatini, that one was a little dry but it had a nice soicy kick to it, and the burrata as a starter, which was delicious. read more

My bff and I decided to have lunch after visiting the Carlsbad Flower Fields. Verise is located inside the gorgeous Hotel Solea Hotel. The service was great, ambiance A+, drinks and food were delicious. We had the SPAGHETTI AL POMODORO and BURRATA CON BIETOLE (beet salad) with a spicy margarita. Highly recommend! Will come back at night as the outdoor area looks like it will be amazing with the lighting going through the trees on the patio. Complimentary valet too. read more

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My husband and I had lunch here today and first of all the ambience is so therapeutic Earthy vibe with extremely kind staff. Was a sunny day so we ate on the terrace. The food was delicious:) I ordered the burger and my husband ordered the chicken sandwich (can't remember the actual name of it) Will definitely be back! read more

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WOW!! This authentic Italian restaurant was a 10/10! Staff was so welcoming and helpful upon entry and throughout the evening. We shared multiple dishes and every one of them got better. This restaurant was unbelievably stunning and great for pictures! 10/10 would recommend! read more

Great service (thank you Annie), great food , great atmosphere!! Everything was delicious- spicy salami pizza, branzino and chicken parm, all wonderful . And ended the evening with a gelato filled pastry- just perfect. read more

Unfortunately had a bad experience and didn't even get to try the food. The hostess sat us and no one ever came to our table for nearly 30 minutes. No water, no greeting no nothing. Bad way to start my wife's birthday. Servers kept passing by our table avoiding eye contact, not sure where the miscommunication was. We ended up walking out and it didn't seem that anyone was even aware we sat so long, we got a "thanks for coming" as if we were serviced. I was really looking forward to the food but maybe another day. I will say the valet person was very apologetic and noticed it only took us 30 minutes to return for our vehicle. I wish I had his name. We will try again soon read more

Comedy of errors doesn't even come close to describing how bad, confused, and completely out of sorts the service staff is at Verise. We're staying at the Solea Hotel right now, so we've now been to Verise twice for dinner then breakfast, and can confirm the same experience both times. Which is a completely ineffectual wait staff, for what isn't that crowded a restaurant. The food is actually quite good, if you can manage to get it served to you. Last night we waited 45min after sitting down to get our appetizers. This morning, to sit at a BUFFET we had to wait 40min, despite a sea of open tables. Then upon sitting we were told that all 4x of their high chairs were taken (we have an 18 month old). But magically my wife found one just sitting to the side that was some how hidden from the wait staff.... I know this is a new hotel and restaurant, but good lord they do not have it figured out yet... also, if you stay here, be sure to get your coffee from your room, as the buffet has no coffee bar, and the cafe has no one working it. read more

We went around sunset for my birthday with a party of 7, and couldn't have been happier! We had an amazing view over the pool, and a view of the Olive trees. Presentation of the dishes was beautiful, the food was creative and delicious! Our server, Lucas, was attentive, friendly and had great recommendations based on all our preferences. Great place for an upscale, but still welcoming vibe! read more

Verise - Calamari and meatballs - Italian Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Food was great and service even better. Very nice open space with views of fancy pool and an Olive Grove. Ambiance was spot on. Get the bread and Hamachi crudo for sure! read more

Verise was fantastic. Atmosphere was stunning during sunset. The vibes were relaxed and upscale. We ordered the Chicken Parmesan and Fettuccine, along with the table side bread service. All of our food was quick and prepared perfectly. Our server, Samantha, as attentive and friendly. I would definitely return. read more

Service was adequate at best. Food Quality was average. Food Value was underwhelming and portions very small. read more

We had such a wonderful experience at Verise at Hotel Soléa and will absolutely be back. From the moment we arrived, the setting set the tone for a great night. The ambiance is beautiful, with perfect lighting and music at just the right level to enjoy conversation without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. We started with cocktails, and both were fantastic. The Hugo Spritz was light and refreshing, and the Old Fashioned was perfectly balanced. We opted for the tasting menu and added a few additional items, which gave us a great opportunity to experience a variety of dishes. The standout for us was the Verise Bruschetta--easily a 10/10. It had the perfect balance of creamy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Absolutely delicious. The Gnocchetti di Patate was another highlight, with rich flavors and a satisfying combination of sausage and sauce. The Polletto al Mattone was also excellent--juicy, flavorful, and paired beautifully with the potatoes and sauce. Service truly elevated the experience. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly, walking us through the menu and checking in throughout the evening. The support team was equally warm and welcoming, making us feel well taken care of from start to finish. We also appreciated the overall value. We left feeling like we had enjoyed a full, thoughtfully curated dining experience, with plenty of food and great quality for the price. Overall, it was a fantastic night out, and Verise is a great addition to the dining scene. Looking forward to coming back again soon. read more

Exceptional food, and beautifully decorated. I loved the indoor/outdoor atmosphere and the employees are delightful. Our sever when we visited was Daniel, he was very attentive and explained the dishes very clearly. We were fully taken care of. Definitely can't wait to go back and try different dishes and cocktails! read more

My wife and I ordered La Festa and I have to say everything they brought out was excellent! But what stole the show for me was the meatballs and branzino, incredible. Lastly, the restaurant looks elegant but comfy and the service was great. You must try this place, you won't regret it. read more

This place is fantastic. It's really good and I mean really good considering the prices also. There was no disappointments with the meatballs olives, pasta, salad or drinks. It's a must go to! Nice staff fantastic location. read more

The homemade meatballs are a MUST, and the pizzas are perfect for sharing. Service was great, very friendly! I loved that it felt like I was walking into Italy! read more

Great atmosphere, food quality and service. Incredible views of an olive grove. We really enjoyed our time there. Parking is easy too.

We had the privilege of enjoying this brand new restaurant last night! What a magnificent evening in both food, service, and ambience. We did the La Festa dinner with another couple, allowing the chef to choose our selections. Every bite was amazing! We started with the prosciutto and focaccia, which was paired with the burrata and beet salad. The burrata was so fresh and delicious! Then we enjoyed the pomodoro pasta, again with burrata (yum). And the potato gnocchi with sausage... So flavorful! For an entree, we shared the brick chicken and the catch of the day which was Chilean sea bass. The sauce on the chicken and the sea bass put both dishes over the top! We enjoyed a wonderful dessert, although we were all quite full. Some got gelato and ice cream, we all tried a little sampling of tiramisu, and I had the panna cotta which was fabulous! It was lemony and light and creamy, topped with delicious strawberries from the Carlsbad strawberry Fields. The wait staff was super attentive and made sure we had plenty to drink and were wanting for nothing. After dinner we walked around the new hotel (Solea) and marveled at the outdoor spaces, the many Olive trees, the great lighting, and a modern but very welcoming lobby. Highly recommend if you are looking for some delicious food in a wonderful setting. read more