This restaurant is incredible. The salted maple latte is not to be missed. I need to eat gluten-free. The staff were very kind and made sure I was served only gluten-free items. The Bucatini pasta was outstanding. I can hardly believe it was gluten-free. I cannot rave enough about the chocolate hazelnut cake, which is gluten-free. Generally, I do not like chocolate cakes. I find them dry and as tasty as mud pies. I was assured that the chocolate hazelnut cake was good, so I tried it. It was absolutely phenomenal. It was a large piece and was like no other chocolate cake I've had. I will be back for more cake! read more

Wildland - Bucatini - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Had a double date here and the service was stupendous, the food was bussin, and the workers made me feel like at home. Definetly recommend if you are looking for a place with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere!! read more

I stopped by after a recommendation and I can't say enough great things! Truly an amazing experience from beginning to end, I cannot wait to try more of the menu and see new offerings! Every server or employee I chatted with was so welcoming, and went above and beyond! I sat at the bar while waiting on a to go and got a nice glass of ice water. They even took care to spell and say my name correctly which is a step that most places look over. The connection felt amazing and I will be back! So far I've tried the crumb cake, croissant and the Mafaldine house made pasta! The crumb cake was perfectly moist and just the right amount of cinnamon. The croissant was actually insane! Some of the best layers and honeycomb I've ever seen! Lamination skills 10/10! And the PASTA! Omg! Perfectly al dente and just the right amount of butter sauce! Truly an unforgettable meal! The pasta was so yummy I forgot to snap a pic read more

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Came here for breakfast. I love the open-space concept and relaxing vibe. You order from the counter and seat yourself. The staff is friendly and accommodating. We got the breakfast plate and a variety of pastries. Breakfast Plate- This is a hearty plate with scrambled eggs, double smoked bacon, roasted potatoes, and sourdough toast. Eggs were fluffy and the roasted potatoes had a nice garlicky and herby flavor. The toast is fresh and tasty. Shoutout to one of the best bacons I've ever had! It was thick, almost like pork belly, with a crisp exterior while remaining juicy inside. Pastries- Their almond croissant is the best I've tried. It's perfectly flaky and buttery, with a generous amount of almond filling and just the right amount of sweetness. The apple pie danish tastes just like the dessert, with a fun, breakfast twist. The cinnamon crumb cake is my favorite! The cake is moisy and crumbly with a thick layer of streusel, finished with powdered sugar. They really know how to balance flavors and sweetness. Great experience overall! read more

Wildland - Breakfast Plate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Like a few other reviewers have mentioned, be prepared to wait a while for your food. I've been here several times now, and each visit has involved a much longer wait than expected. Unfortunately, when the food finally arrived, it was not hot. The restaurant has a really cool atmosphere, and I wanted to love it, but my experiences have been disappointing. We ordered the mafaldine pasta and the Very Green Salad. The salad was delicious - fresh, flavorful, and definitely the highlight of the meal. I was just really disappointed that the pasta was served cold. On a previous visit, I also ordered a pizza that had bologna on it. It looks like it's no longer on the menu, but that was definitely an unexpected topping! Haha. Sadly I have not tried the desserts but they look super delicious! Maybe next time I'll just go for those. Overall, I think the restaurant has potential, but the consistently long wait times and food arriving cold have made it hard for me to have a great experience. read more

Hiya B.U.M.S! We stopped by this spot and had a wonderful morning. I ordered the breakfast sandwich, and it crack-ed open a burst of flavor from the very first bite. The sausage was juicy, and the egg yolk popped perfectly. While the aioli sauce was a tad on the salty side, the overall sandwich was delicious it literally left flavor all over my mustache! My wife ordered the shakshuka and scrambled right into it with a knife and fork. She broke me off a piece to try, and while nothing specific jumped out at me, I kept hearing her mention how amazing the bread was. In her own words: "A delightful, messy burst of flavor and textures, but the overall dish could have used more tomato sauce--and flatbread is not a sandwich." To drink, we tried the chocolate hazelnut latte, which was sweet, smooth, and pretty tasty. We also finished off our breakfast with a slice of the chocolate hazelnut cake. It was a decent treat that reminded me a bit of a Ferrero Rocher, though a scoop of ice cream on top would have really taken it to the next level (but to be fair, I like ice cream on everything!). The prices were definitely Californian with a side of beachy vibes tax, but the atmosphere was great. To "bum" up this review, we had a toast-ally awesome time and would absolutely come back if we're in the area--next time, we have our eyes on the pizza! Overall: A solid breakfast that made our tummy's dance like my wife when she hears any Bay Area music. read more

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Absolutely delicious pastries and steak and eggs plate!!!! I am dying to go back to visit for lunch and also a nice dinner. This place is very beautiful inside. I would want to come back for a very nice date night with my partner. He really enjoyed the hanger steak. It melted in your mouth and was so well seasoned. We dined in for breakfast around 8AM. We shared, and it filled us up! It was a bit heavy, but not in a bad way. I'd love to try their salad next. I'll make a trip up here next week!! read more

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This is a true dining experience, wow! I am so, so glad my friend and I chose Wildland as our catch-up/hang-out dinner venue! I'd heard of its sister restaurant, Campfire; however, I hadn't been to either. This was my first time at Wildland, and it did not disappoint. Where should I start this review? Perhaps the ambiance? It's simply gorgeous inside. Gorgeous! Open spaces, and a beautiful, warm palette of neutrals and soft colors. To me, the atmosphere of my dining experience is so important, and I have no notes here. Well done. We were immediately seated and greeted by the staff. Everyone was so kind and even made conversation with my friend and me. Jorge, the one who made our drinks, even bent my straw into a heart, which was a cute detail I enjoyed. Haha, shout out to Erika, too! Okay, but now onto the food. It was, to make a long story short, delicious, albeit expensive. But you kinda know that beforehand, if you're choosing to dine here. Below is my review of all the items we ordered: Ube Bae Bae: One of the new cocktails offered on the menu! It was a beautiful purple color. It reminded me of a pina colada, which is always a favorite in my book. You can taste the alcohol, but it isn't overpowering. Chunky Dunky: Another one of the new cocktails offered. It supposedly had banana in it, but I couldn't quite make it out. I still enjoyed it, though I wouldn't say I'd reorder this. Sugar Snap Peas: I didn't know snap peas could taste this elevated, haha. The hint of lemon added a nice touch of citrus to the otherwise earthy flavors. It was a nice, light appetizer, and the portions weren't half bad. Wood Fired Cabbage: Definitely my favorite appetizer of the two we tried. This was like a cabbage steak, but absolutely enveloped in cheese! That's still healthy, right? The char was delightful, and I highly recommend this dish. Mafaldine: Wow, loved this pasta dish too! The pasta shape is very fun to eat, and it adds a nice texture. The tomato-morjoram is a nice twist on a regular tomato sauce, and the sundried tomatoes added a nice pop of sweetness. It would only be elevated if it came with some protein. Tiramisu: Please, please get the tiramisu. It was so good, though I'm always biased with tiramisu, haha. The cream was rich, and the espresso flavor prominent. They are incredibly generous with the cocoa powder, too; trust me, we were close to licking it off the plate. Chocolate Hazelnut Cake: Imagine biting into a giant Ferrero Rocher. This is exactly what it tasted like, and I have no complaints here. Very rich, very decadent. So good. Overall, I loved my experience at Wildland! Yes, it's on the pricier side, so maybe I'd reserve this spot for special occasions, but I'd definitely recommend it, and I hope to come back! read more

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Maybe we had high hope since we had been walked through the restaurant when we went to Lilo but the food we tried was not that great. If you are a carb-avore, then go here. We saw french toast that should be called french loaf. All the sandwiches including the BLT had huge serving size of bread and minimal other ingredients. It does have a cool vibe and if we lived closer, we would go there for coffee in the morning and drinks at night read more

Wildland - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Went here last night to celebrate with my boyfriend. Everything was so amazing. The whole vibe of the restaurant was really cool and our servers were very kind. We started off with the crudo minus the pistachios and I loved it. I was a little curious about the strawberries being on there but they really made the dish so good. My boyfriend loved his pasta and I really loved my lobster casoncelli. I don't like peas at all but I loved them in this! All the dishes looked so good even just on a presentation level. I definitely want to come back here! read more

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This place is improving quite a bit. They now have dinner service with a waiter, bar seats and a faster processing of patrons through their setup. I've been back 4-5 times as of late and everything is pretty good ngl. The breakfast is delish and the dinner is really good. Nice work Wildland Squad read more

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The aesthetics of this place are chefs kiss. The food was delicious but the pizza was THE best part. My friend and I got lemon pie (generally good), strawberry saffron lemonade (wish it had a bit more saffron), cinnamon crumb cake (tasty), and the mushroom and broccolini pizza (WOW 10/10 would recommend getting this). The service was alright. We ended up getting our own napkins and asking for utensils. read more

Wildland - Roasted mushroom and charred broccolini - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

What a beautiful restaurant! Had to try due to other yelp great food reviews! Loved the farm to table concept~ sourced locally! The snap peas were yummy! The homemade sourdough was on point. Tried a couple of pizzas and pasta dishes. We were told that food would come out staggered. Pizzas would come first.... And they did. We came at 5 when the restaurant wasn't yet busy. Someone stopped by to box our pizza before all the food came out. I watched food dropped to other tables wondering why it was taking way too long more than 45 minutes... The pasta with sausage never came out... they boxed it and comped it but it was a little too late... Cocktails were pricey. Paid $17 for a coffee martini.... Wanted to try the fishbowl but at $75 I will go get a handle at a third of the price... Bonus dog friendly on outside dirt patio read more

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We came here on a whim as we were close by and we left without a single regret. The food was excellent and our server had fantastic suggestions for food choices. It is beautifully decorated and it is fun to see in to the kitchen. Get the bread! And the cabbage! And the mushroom pizza. Delicious read more

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I came here for a False Idol drink pop up a week ago. So I did not order drinks from their menu. But the food was great. I jad thr gnocchi which seemed to be like a potato Mac and cheese but way more satisfying. I also had their salted sourdough and that was an amazing booze sponge. Servers were on point. Place was hopping on a Tuesday and we were a large group but the staff had it going on. On the pricey side but its coastal and kind of a crafts cocktail warehouse vibe. I enjoyed it very much. read more

I usually come for dinner which is amazing. Great for family style. This time I went for breakfast and was blown away. All the items are pretty fancy on the breakfast menu. Coffee is great. It's a big open space so bring a jacket, hipster feel. Our server checked in with us a lot. read more

Wildland - Avocado toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Wildland is a popular brunch spot in Carlsbad that combines restaurant / bar / bakery all in one. This is a sister restaurant to Jeune et Jolie (a one-Michelin-star restaurant) and Campfire. [Parking]: Street parking only, but apparently there is a parking lot at 2775 State St for transit patrons using the Carlsbad Village Coaster Stop so park there at your own risk. I parked on the street just behind Jeune et Jolie for free. [Ordering]: There was a waiting line on Saturday at 11:15 AM, but the wait was only approximately 5 minutes. [Atmosphere]: Fancy interior decor with a dog-friendly outdoor patio area. [Menu]: Top Yelp highlighted items include the Breakfast Sandwich, Pizza Sandwich, and Smoked Fish Plate. Please note that breakfast items like Breakfast Sandwich and Wood Fired Pizza Sandwich are only served from 8 AM to 1 PM. They serve coffee from Steady State Roasting. *** Breakfast sandwich (Fennel Sausage. Charred Egg. Gribiche Aioli. Hook's Two Year Cheddar. Pain au Lait - $16): The sandwich tasted alright with a runny egg. Pizza: I didn't order it, but I took a bite and it was actually good. *** A solid 3.5-star on food. Based on my order alone, I am not sure it was really worth the extra hassle of finding parking, waiting in line, and paying up for a nice brunch vibe. read more

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I couldn't give five stars because of a few hiccups I experienced, but I'm going to bury the negatives at the bottom of this review. For our first appetizer-type courses, we ordered sliced sourdough with butter and roasted cabbage - both great options. The roasted cabbage ended up being my favorite part of the dinner. It was like a Caesar salad on a juicy, tender cabbage spear with a slight char. I felt like I definitely needed to order some bread to try some element of the bakery. We got another taste of the bakery because we also ordered pizza from the kids menu. I snuck a piece and that was great. We ordered two main courses: one pasta dish and the other was a braised rabbit with morels. The pasta dish was fine but my wife and I weren't planning to share it. We had to share it because the rabbit dish took so long that I had to cancel the order. It was unfortunate because I was really looking forward to that. That was one inconvenience. The other hiccup was they didn't have any beer available because of a cooler issue. They had really good beer on the menu too, so finding that out after I ordered was a let down. I entertained ordering wine or a cocktail afterward but passed. We were sitting by the bar and the cocktails they were making looked really good. With those issues, the manager spoke with us and sent us home with a slice of lemon meringue pie to rectify. We appreciated the gesture and the service we had all night was good. I'm sure this place gets 5/5 stars most nights. It's a super cool place inside and out. read more

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I visited a friend in Carlsbad and we stopped by here - genuinely, everything on their menu looked amazing. My salmon tartine was really good but quite small, and my friend loved her crispy rice bowl. Their pastries and pizza sandwiches also seemed really popular! Gorgeous location and ample street parking on a busy Saturday. read more

Wildland - Salmon tartine and crispy rice bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I've been wanting to come here for so long! So pretty inside and outside and a great vibe. We came for brunch, I ordered the salmon tartine and my boyfriend got the steak & eggs and both were fabulous. The salmon tartine was herby and hit the spot and the steak & eggs came with a delicious chimichurri and the eggs were done perfect! My only gripe was my iced matcha being a bit clumpy, but I still enjoyed it. I can't wait to come back for dinner and drinks! read more

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I've been wanting to make it to wildland since its inception, but I'm just not in the area that often. I had an appointment earlier in the day in Oceanside so I decided to drive the coast and stop on my way home. I could see where parking could be a problem, but I found a spot relatively quickly. I walked up and admired the patio. It's definitely a nice spot for outdoor dining. I walked in and noticed a big wide open industrial space. The bar was in the middle as well as the coffee bar. The woman at the counter greeted me kindly when I walked in and answered my questions. I know I already like steadystate coffee so I happily ordered a latte. I asked if they had oat milk, which she said they did. The pastries and breads looked tempting so I also ordered a Madeline. She advised me that I needed to pick up my coffee at the end of the bar in the middle of the large room and handed me my Madeleine. Upon payment I had my receipt emailed to me. I was greeted at the bar by the barista who served me my drink. It took a few minutes, but I wasn't expecting otherwise, and I was happily enjoying looking at the restaurant. There were people in the back working on their computers and people dining throughout the restaurant. It was only about 11:30 so there weren't a lot of people there yet but I imagine it gets quite busy. She handed me my latte and I was on my way. It was good, nice and strong. My Madeline was very good too, and I could've eaten more than one easily. When I looked at my receipt later, I noticed they charged me an extra dollar for oat milk. I understand that some places do and some places don't, but when I asked if they had oatmilk, it should it should have been stated. I would definitely come back for a meal, but I think I like getting my coffee at steadystate directly. read more

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Enjoyed my time catching up with friends and working from Wildland! The place itself is BEAUTIFUL very open and a lot of natural light. Even though it was busy throughout our time, there was enough space it did not feel stuffy. I started with a vanilla latte with oat milk which was delicious but not very hot. After paying extra for oat milk it was over a $10 latte. Note that the surcharge is 4% as well. Later I went up to the cashier and ordered the quarter chicken. The chicken was juicy and flavorful and I really enjoyed the sauces it came with. The lettuce was interesting and good but could have used a salad dressing as it was quite dry and I didn't want to dip it in the aioli, chili oil or humus. Also some parts of the lettuce tasted weirdly chemically - I wonder if because they did not cut it it was hard to wash and something stayed on it that was foul tasting. Also cutting the chicken multiple times created cuts in the paper and I didn't accidentally eat the paper which got soggy and easy to pick up which was not pleasant. Lastly, one of the water carafes we used had dark sediment in the bottom which was very off putting. Altogether enjoyed my time because of the atmosphere, the friendly staff, the yummy latte, and the fast wifi for working! read more

Wildland - Quarter chicken platter - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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We had a wonderful experience at Wildland on 06/06/26. They had recently switched to their summer menu and we had the mushroom and broccolini pizza, bucatini, burrata, and since it was our first time we had to have the cabbage (which was the star of the show). They also were doing a community drink of the ube bae bar from False Idols, which was one of the best cocktails I've ever had. All in all it was a perfect date night the ambience was lively but not loud and it was beautiful. I'm only docking one star since the pasta was overly salty and took a while so it felt like we ended on a slightly down note. read more

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This place gets busy! I arrived at ~1pm and there was a line out the door. I waited for a good 15-20 min until I was able to order. I ordered the puff rice bowl which came with puffed organic brown rice, cucumbers, avocado, kale, cilantro, feta cheese all topped with a delicious sunny side up egg. I added bacon which made this dish extra savory. The bacon itself was too salty though. Everything tasted fresh - I love all the crunchy rice puffs and all the delicious veggies. This restaurant is on the pricey side. It was $28 for the bowl alone. Would I return? Maybe. It's worth trying at least once! read more

Wildland - Puffed rice bowl with bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Have been here a few times and love the outside vibe. I have been to the other restaurants in this group and always have a good time. All of the recommendation were great! read more

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Finally trying out the food scene in Carlsbad! Wildland was such a great first experience. The restaurant is beautiful with a nice outdoor dining patio, a large bar, indoor seating, and even a private area for events. Not only are they a restaurant and bar, but they're also a bakery -- they make their own homemade bread for their dishes, which I love. And I'm always a fan of a viewable kitchen; it's so fun watching the artists create their pieces of art. The space has high ceilings, so it feels really open and spacious. The beverage menu is impressive with spritzes, classic cocktails, beer, clarified drinks, and mocktails. We were a group of friends celebrating a birthday, so we ordered a mix of salads, a pizza, a pasta, and a steak entrée to share. The wood‑fired cabbage is their take on a Caesar salad and wow -- I may only make Caesar with cabbage from now on. Soft on the inside, charred on the outside, so much flavor. The 'Nduja pizza was great, and the homemade bread crust makes such a difference. Sadly, they didn't have ranch, but they brought out a fresh dill aioli‑style sauce that worked perfectly. The grilled hanger steak with the ricotta wood‑fired gnocchi was the star of the show. We also had the mafaldine pasta, which was good, just not the standout of the night. Overall, we left with full bellies and happy hearts. They made my friend's birthday extra special and even brought her a card and a sweet treat. Would recommend! read more

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First timers, service and food were pretty darn good. I prefer my pork with no pink, but flavors were spot on. Prior to food we ordered a couple of adult beverages, one cocktail off of the menu and one more classic cocktail. Cocktail off of the menu was flavorless and lacked any spirits. The classic cocktail was bland as well. Tried to make up for lousy menu beverage with another classic cocktail, huge miss. Not only was cocktail less than average, but was charged nearly as much as most expensive entree offerred on the menu. Tried to fool me by charging crazy amount for lousy beverage. I have no problem with higher prices, I have an issue with incompetance. If you cannot make a simple two ingredient cocktail, just say so and I will order a glass of wine. We will return to try different dishes, but will avoid anything to drink more complicated than water. read more

Wildland is my go to restaurant where I know that I'll always have an amazing experience! Whether you're going for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, everything on the menu is incredible. The cocktails & wine list are on point, the staff is incredibly kind and attentive, and the ambiance is beautiful! I can't say enough good things about this place. read more

Wildland - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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TL;DR - wood fired pizza sandwich is really good! I'd get this again. The pistachio blackberry tart is lightly sweet and fruity. Tiramisu was standard. This place is really cool. Very unique food options. Great ambiance. Lots of space and tables (indoors and outdoors). It is basically a restaurant, bakery, and bar. Service is decently quick. We had to wait a bit for our food because the place was packed. The highlight of our food was definitely the wood fire pizza sandwich. Yeah it's sounds weird... a pizza sandwich. But you won't regret it!! It has motadella, stracciatella, peso, parmigiano, and a charred runny egg. The bread is basically a large fluffy pizza that encases the contents like a taco. It was VERY soft bread, and really tasty. I'd get this again in a heart beat! We liked the food enough, and hung around long enough, that we decided to go inside to find another table for dessert (because it started raining outside). Their pistachio blackberry tart was delicious. Lightly sweet with blackberry flavors. The tiramisu was also decent. It was a standard tiramisu and we enjoyed eating it too. Overall, get that wood fire pizza sandwich! There's a lot more to choose from so we'll be checking it out again next time. read more

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I had the opportunity to experience this restaurant and it did not disappoint! I dined on the outdoor patio. It was on the warmer side and they didn't have any shaded seats available, but I love the sun and wasn't bothered by this. The servers were very attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and provided too notch customer service. I love when they can speak to the menu and offer suggestions. Me and my friend opted to share a salad and pasta because we weren't super hungry. We ordered the very fren salad and the Malfadine pasta. The salad was fresh, crisp and had a great flavor. The seeds at times felt like I had them all in my teeth, so needed to do a teeth check afterwards! Haha the pasta is made fresh and was light, but so flavorful. We did not leave a morsel on the plate! I only walked through the inside to find a restroom. It looked like they had a lot of seating for larger parties and a private dining room as well. Super clean, simple design, but felt warm. Wish I lived closer to dine here often, but it's definitely a spot to try if you're in town visiting! read more

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Still loving wildland all day everyday. They have changed their menu up and I'm still enjoying everything. My kiddo says this is his favorite restaurant and the kid meals are legit. They added matcha to the menu and it's my new favorite. Best matcha in town now! Staff is great and there's always room for my family. I have a hard time picking patio or inside because they are both so beautiful and open. Wildland is our go to place when we decide we don't want to have dinner at home. read more

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If you're visiting Carlsbad, you need to visit this place. I worked remotely from here whenever i'm in town and it's always a 10/10 experience. The indoor outdoor space is amazing. The vibes here are high and service is top tier. It is on the more pricier side of things but i highly think it's worth it considering the experience you get when eating/working from here. Come and try it out for yourself! read more

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I really wanted to love this spot because the indoor and outdoor spaces are stunning, but the service fell short. Despite three different servers checking on a missing drink, it didn't arrive until we were halfway through our meal. The setup is counter-service with open seating for breakfast and lunch. I ordered the quarter chicken plate while it was photogenic, the flavor was essentially standard rotisserie and the hummus came with a confusingly small amount of veggies. My group enjoyed the breakfast plate. The breakfast sandwich was decent and the yolk was runny though they ran out of pain au lait for the bread and subbed it with sourdough. On a high note, the olive oil honey latte was delicious definitely get it hot for the full flavor profile though mine was served in a glass and arrived lukewarm. For dessert, skip the French silk pie and the pain au chocolat, get the pistachio blackberry tart instead. Overall, it's a beautiful spot for different size groups, but the value isn't there given the high price point and service gaps we won't be back. read more

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3.5 stars. I wanted to like them more but the entrees were a tad disappointing. We had reservations and I recommend making one because this place is busy. We parked in the public parking lot one block over so it was a 3-ish minute walk to the restaurant. The ambiance is posh with an industrial yet minimal feel to it. The two person tables are a little smaller than we would like (3 plates of food just about fit on the table). The chairs are uncomfortable. We started with drinks - my friend got the margarita and I got the boxing day cocktail. The margarita was based off grape juice but somehow sweeter than we anticipated. My friend does not like sweet drinks and we had to ask for almost no agave to make this drink to her taste. The celery salt was interesting and the best part of the drink. It should be spread all around the rim and not just on one corner. I know it makes the presentation look better but that salt cut down on the sweetness immensely and we loved that combination. PLEASE add the salt all around the rim! The boxing day was a gin based cocktail served as a latte. While you get a hint of gin, it isnt overwhelming, so I liked it! It tasted like a decaffeinated latte :) it is a pricey cocktail though because we paid $18 for this. For food, we started with the wood Fired Cabbage, then the 'Nduja pizza, followed by the lamb meatballs and bucatini carbonara, and a dessert of the chocolate hazelnut cake. The wood Fired Cabbage was the bomb and I will definitely come back here for this dish. The cabbage is, as the name suggests, wood Fired and then stuffed with salad, crispy shallots and covered with shredded Parmesan. The whole thing is delicious and surprisingly light! The shallots elevate the dish completely. The 'Nduja felt like there was a lot happening - too many ingredients, too many flavors so that nothing was able to stand out. The menu said there was spicy 'Nduja. We didn't taste the spice because the cheese, the onions, the fennel, everything overpowered the main component of this dish. I also felt that the crust was fried and burnt a little. I would request removing a couple of ingredients so that the star of the dish i.e. the sausage, can remain the star. The lamb meatballs were ok. Nothing to sing songs about but not bad either. The bucatini carbonara was not good. There was a weird flavor in the dish, which I think came from the guanciale...an almost sweet bitter flavor that ruined the carbonara flavor. I also felt that the carbonara sauce itself was thicker than I am used to. The bucatini was a little chewy too. All in all, that dish wasn't my favorite. It tasted better the next morning after I had cooked it a little more. We ended the meal with the chocolate hazelnut cake. We thought it would be an individual cake but it was a slice. The cake was delicious but heavy. The hazelnut chocolate ganache in between the layers was delicious and the cake sponge was soft. Between the two of us, we finished less than half the slice, so I highly recommend getting this only if you have more than 2 people in the group. All in all, our experience was not as wonderful as we would have liked and this was primarily driven by the main course. We won't be back. read more

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Huge indoor and outdoor space with plenty of room to sit. The staff were very attentive and welcoming. Ordered: Chocolate hazelnut latte, really good. Pumpkin spice latte, also good, though it didn't have a very strong pumpkin flavor. The breakfast sandwich was tasty; I loved the mild spice in the sausage and the flavorful aioli. read more

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Delicious food; intentional service, and a fun vibe. Came to eat dinner with a friend because they were having a pop-up with False Idol, and the special cocktails did not disappoint. The energy was so high read more

Wildland - Sourdough bread and butter, yellowtail crudo, burrata - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I came by here once when they first opened for a couple drinks and was thinking I'd come back to try their food sometime and finally got the chance! Came by here for a weekday lunch with some friends and got a few dishes to share. We got A Very Green Salad, Crushed Tomato Margherita Pizza, and Mafaldine Pasta. All the dishes were sooo good! I am not a huge salad person but wow this salad I would definitely get this again!!! And recommend it to others. The pizza was light and crisp and flavorful. The pasta also was really unique tasting and we really enjoyed it. All in all, we really enjoyed our meal here and would come back again! read more

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I've dined at Wildland for a quick lunch (for 2) and for dinner (group of 6). LUNCH: service was great and straightforward. You order at the counter and help yourself to self seating. We split a Nduja pizza and salad. Both were delicious! DINNER: my family was in town and we wanted to impress. We ordered about 7 items off the menu to share, desserts, wine and cocktails - every item was perfect. Recommend making a reservation on open table. + Service is impeccable + Extensive wine and cocktail / mocktail menu + Seasonal menu - perfect for every palate + indoor and outdoor seating + street parking (there's a lot behind the main street across the street) RECOMMEND (besides everything): + get a pizza for your table + get an order of sourdough - use it to sop up any juices from dinner plates! + try a little bit of everything - the chicken, steak, mushrooms, charred cabbage, prawns and pastas are alllll SO GOOD + don't skip the desserts - 10/10 recommend the pistachio blackberry tart and chocolate mother load cake read more

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Long overdue review! We've been here about 4 times and had to share the food here is absolutely excellent, the vibes are great, and every server we've encountered was just wonderful. We enjoy going to their other restaurants Campfire and Jeune et Jolie, but Wildland is the place to go for breakfast in Carlsbad. Try the breakfast sando and any of the pastries. Big shout out to Floor Manager, Jared who helped us during a very busy Mother's Day weekend when the line was just about out the door. After he realized we were there to order takeout, he took care of us at the bar and saved us from a very long wait. We really appreciated this and understood he was very busy, but still made time to give us a great experience. It reminds us why we love going to this group of restaurants. We saw him again today and when we mentioned we're interested in going to Lilo for our Anniversary, he gave us a quick tour of the dining area, which was nice to see. Thanks, Jared! We'll be back. soon! read more

Solid neighborhood joint. Ordered takeout pizza, pasta, and salad. The sugar pea salad was perfectly balanced with natural sweetness and tanginess from the dressing. The mortadella pizza was great -- lovely pillowy crust that had a nice chew to it. The sausage pasta was also great, a bit on the heavier side but tasty nonetheless. Efficient service and spacious restaurant. A great place to stop by for a meal while strolling around State St! read more

Wildland - Mortadella pizza, sugar pea salad, sausage pasta - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California