Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Oceanside

21 restaurants available nearby

1. Campfire

4.8

Exceptional(5256)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Carlsbad

Booked 77 times today

A New American restaurant and cocktail bar with a focus on market driven live-fire cooking, Campfire is a return to the origins of cooking and hospitality, and celebrates the spirit of the name by creating an environment in which we gather around a fire, create honest food, and share it with friends.

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2. 333 Pacific - Steaks & Seafood

4.6

Exceptional(5428)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Oceanside

Booked 60 times today

Stunning Views of The Famous Oceanside Pier, Innovative Cuisine and Stylish Décor, Seaside California Elegance

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3. Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(4605)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlsbad

Booked 54 times today

Vigilucci's Seafood and Steakhouse offers authentic Northern Italian cuisine. The location sits across from the Pacific on the historic 101 and has one of the best views in San Diego.Open seven days a week. Signature dishes include Caprese salad with bufallo mozzarella and Heirloom tomatoes, made from scratch stuffed pastas, Cioppino, prime steaks, fresh seafood including a warm or cold fresh seafood tower with oysters, clams, mussels, crab, lobster and jumbo prawn. (items may vary )Private Wine Cellar room available for private parties.For off-site events and parties contact Cater@Vigiluccis.comCatering to the most discerning palates for over 25 years.Vigilucci’s catering team can custom create a unique and memorable menu for celebrating life’s special occasions.

4. Fresco Cocina

4.6

Exceptional(398)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Carlsbad

Booked 30 times today

Fresco Cocina is a bustling restaurant located in the heart of Carlsbad Village serving a traditional and contemporary interpretation of Mexican cuisine. Our playfully curated menu rediscovers tradition and offers a selection of shareable plates and main courses all infused with Mexican soul. Fresco Cocina is a haven for those who appreciate bold, bright flavors paired with exemplary wine and artisanal spirits that let the high quality ingredients shine.

5. 264 Fresco

4.5

Awesome(2603)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carlsbad

Booked 51 times today

At 264 Fresco, our goal is for every guest to leave feeling absolutely delighted with their dining experience. Whether you stop by for a quick drink, come in to share a special meal with a loved one, or are planning to host a private party, you can always count on us to deliver delectable food made from the finest ingredients, exceptional service, and a warm, lively, and welcoming atmosphere. For groups of 8 or more, please call the restaurant directly at (760) 720-3737 https://www.instagram.com/264fresco/The Deck @264 Fresco is now open! The Deck is 21+ and is first come, first serve seating. To reserve a private event please email hello@264fresco.com

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6. Bluewater Grill - Carlsbad

4.6

Exceptional(776)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Carlsbad

Booked 50 times today

Bluewater Grill is a seafood restaurant and grill serving delicious food for over two decades. Located along the swishy water body, the outdoor seating arrangement makes it a refreshing experience to dine in at this restaurant. The Bluewater Grill is a place to go for dinners in large groups, with friends or family; the place is also child friendly. The casual dining space offers television and free Wi-Fi.Bluewater Grill has a full bar which adds to the delectable flavors of the cuisines. Some of the popular cuisine choices at the restaurant & grill include baked stuffed maine lobster, crab crusted cobia, cedar plank salmon, lemon pepper mahi mahi, san Francisco cioppino, Alaskan king crab and linguine vongole. The restaurant also has a wide variety of appetizers, daily specials, salads, a grill menu and deliciously prepared homemade sauces.

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7. Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana

4.8

Exceptional(2744)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carlsbad

Booked 28 times today

Nestled in the heart of downtown Carlsbad, Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana offers fabulous Northern Italian cuisine and award-winning service. Enjoy lunch on the outdoor patio or start the evening off at their full-service bar before dinner. A great place for a romantic dinner, a family gathering, a company party or special event. Each of Vigilucci's three locations offer a notable wine menu, made from scratch pastas and sauces, fresh seafood specials, salads, prime steaks, chicken and veal dishes. For off-site events and parties contact Cater. Vigiluccis.comCatering to the most discerning palates for over 25 years,Vigilucci’s catering team can custom create a unique and memorable menu for celebrating life’s special occasions.

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8. Masters Kitchen and Cocktail

4.6

Exceptional(454)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Oceanside

Booked 6 times today

Masters Kitchen and Cocktail is located blocks from the beach in the heart of Oceanside, CA. An industrial space with classic history, Masters was once a well remembered drag car shop. The revamped restaurant keeps its authentic character, and offers a warm and inviting dining experience for a lovely escape from the sun and sand. A separate bar with communal seating serves traditional craft cocktails that sip and smell of the 1920s.

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9. PAON Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.4

Awesome(1958)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Carlsbad

Booked 14 times today

Paon restaurant offers California cuisine with French Cafe influences. Beautiful patio dining, elegant Art Deco in intimate dining setting. Private dining available in handsome club environment. Paon chef features seasonal, locally grown organic produce for the palates of fine food lovers from all over the world. Spotlighting organic prime meats, game and fish prepared with traditional French sophistication. Beautiful lounge with old Hollywood feel and relaxing French music. The patio in a Downtown Carlsbad Village atmosphere. Paon's knowledgeable and attentive staff looks forward to creating an exceptional experience.

10. 7MILE Kitchen

4.2

Awesome(321)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Carlsbad

Booked 14 times today

Named for Carlsbad's seven miles of coastline, 7 Mile Kitchen features wood-fired pizzas and gourmet burgers. Keeping in mind San Diego’s love for craft beers, 7 Mile features rotating taps of many of the local favorites. Dessert is a must in this restaurant, which has a gelato bar and fire pit s'mores.

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Charis
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Most amazing birthday meal tonight. The server was so attentive and made sure we all knew how the menu worked and how to have the best experience. The broccoli was the number 1 at our table followed by the chicken dish and the market fish. The s’mores dessert was so fun and delicious as well! Everything 10/10, worth the wait for a reservation.
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CampfirePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Carlsbad
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4.8
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Paul
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Good quality Italian food. It has never been cheap however with the impact of inflation on every restaurant they are now reasonably priced also. My wife and I put down 4 Compari Tonics, the house antipasto platter and two pasta entrees with no room left for dessert. $164.before tip.
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Vigilucci's Seafood & SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Italian• Carlsbad
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4.7
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KathleenVIP
San Diego •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
What a wonderful Christmas dinner! This restaurant consistently exceeds expectations. The food is always fantastic and the staff is very professional, attentive and very friendly!
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333 Pacific - Steaks & SeafoodPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Oceanside
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4.6
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Dennis
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was good served hot. Had to wait a few minutes while they baked then bread. Good service even though the place was crowded for a Monday evening.
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264 FrescoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Carlsbad
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4.5
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Jeff
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Had our end of the year dinner with Dr and staff and we all had a great 1st experience there. Our waiter was Amazing did an awesome job was very nice and on top of it. The food and drinks were delicious!
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Fresco CocinaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Carlsbad
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4.6

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. Campfire

2. 333 Pacific - Steaks & Seafood

3. Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse

4. Fresco Cocina

5. 264 Fresco

6. Bluewater Grill - Carlsbad

7. Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana

8. Masters Kitchen and Cocktail

9. PAON Restaurant & Wine Bar

10. 7MILE Kitchen

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