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A photo of Jeune et Jolie restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(4119)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Carlsbad
Booked 36 times today
A culinary experience celebrating the moment, Jeune et Jolie reimagines French cuisine through the vibrant lens of our Southern California landscape with a 4-course menu offered at $120 per guest. For those looking for a more casual evening, we feature "Le Menu du Bar”, an à la carte offering available for walk-in guests at our bar and lounge.
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5.0
Exceptional(17)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Carlsbad
Booked 52 times today
Wildland is an all-day restaurant, bar and bakery inspired by the natural landscape and vibrant community of North County, celebrating the creative culture of California by bringing bold ideas to timeless traditions. Night or day, this is a place for the every day. Limited reservations are available every evening, and walk in guests are always welcome.Private Dining Room reservations are available for parties of 12-18 guests.
A photo of Piper at Seabird Resort restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(0)
Price: Expensive
• American • Oceanside
California coastal cuisine at its finest! Enjoy fresh, handmade pastas and garden-to-table delicacies in a bright, convivial, coastal setting just off the beach. Stop by in the morning for breakfast and freshly pressed juice. By night, Piper transforms into a warmly intimate space with open kitchen, full bar and wraparound outdoor patio.
A photo of Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1040)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Carlsbad
Booked 3 times today
Immerse yourself into a refined modern setting featuring Baja-inspired cuisine and specialty cocktails composed of mezcal and tequila. Enjoy a show kitchen allowing you to get an inside look behind the scenes bringing Chef's creations to center stage. Locally sourced cuisine with a coastal flair is the cornerstone of this fine dining Baja-inspired experience.
A photo of VAGA Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(245)
Price: Expensive
• American • Encinitas
Booked 31 times today
For a true “vaga”, the journey is never-ending; the spirit and palate, always curious. Drawing ingredients and inspiration from near and far, VAGA explores San Diego’s ever-changing confluence of culture and wanderlust. From its perch on a coastal bluff in Encinitas, California, VAGA keeps one hand in the ocean, one hand in the farm, and both eyes on the horizon.VAGA Restaurant & Bar is located on Level 2 of Alila Marea Beach Resort. Valet parking is available through the resort for $5.00 per car before 5 pm with validation only. After 5 pm, valet parking is $10.00 per car with no validation required. Self-parking is not available.

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  • TimVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    A Michelin Star Romance in Carlsbad: David and I recently indulged in not one, but two incredible dinners this week at Jeune et Jolie, our favorite culinary escape in Carlsbad. And yes, we did briefly entertain the idea of sneaking in a third visit—though we joked with our server Kyle that it might veer into “too much of a good thing” territory. (Let’s be honest, there’s no such thing when it comes to Jeune et Jolie.) This restaurant continues to deliver an experience that’s polished yet effortlessly comfortable. The menu is a masterclass in balance, with each dish more inventive and satisfying than the last. The wine list? A delight. The sommelier’s thoughtful recommendations added a whole new dimension to our meal, pairing perfectly with the flavors while making us feel like connoisseurs (we’re not, but we’ll take it). The service, as always, struck just the right note—attentive without hovering, warm without overstepping. Kyle and the rest of the team make you feel like old friends, creating an easy, elevated vibe that feels personal but never pretentious. The space itself remains a jewel: sophisticated, lively, and effortlessly chic. Dining here feels like being part of a well-kept secret, even with the Michelin star glittering proudly in the background. Reservations through OpenTable were smooth (thank you for that!) and a lifesaver, given the popularity of this spot. It’s no surprise Jeune et Jolie is a North County San Diego darling—it’s intimate, innovative, and worth every bite. We’ll be back—probably sooner than we should admit. For now, we’ll revel in the memory of those two perfect dinners, knowing a third visit isn’t entirely out of the question. Cheers to the entire team!
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    Jeune et JoliePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Carlsbad
    4.9
  • AnnaVIP
    San Diego •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    We really enjoyed our experience and look forward to returning. The chef offered a complimentary amuse of a couple arepas. So good, I will definitely get a full order next time. For dinner we ordered the pork trio for 2. It came with two sides, we chose the potato tostones and the Autumn squashes. Everything was so good that sadly we were too full for dessert which we look forward to enjoying next time. We both also ordered Old Fashions which were both made exactly the way we requested them.
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    Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt AviaraPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Carlsbad
    4.7
  • GiseleVIP
    San Diego •55 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Food was fantastic - apple barrata was outstanding- balance of flavors and textures was amazing. Duck carnitas with crisp thinly sliced carrots and jalapeño peppers was very flavorful and the skin was crispy. Braised short ribs were good but could have been more tender. Both were served with freshly made and warm corn tortillas which were excellent. Duck carnitas only brought 3 tortillas so had to request more but took some time to get them. Wine list is small but good. Many wines are not well known. There is a good spread of prices. The Syrah we had was quite good and reasonably priced. It paired very well with our food. They decanted the wine for us which enabled it to open up. Our server, Amanda, was excellent. I would go back.
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    VAGA Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Encinitas
    4.5
  • Ryan
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 12 Dec 2024
    The newest offering from the same team that brought us Jeune et Jolie and Campfire, Wildland is a breath of fresh air. Its an interesting combination of fast casual meets hospitality and "when you're here you're family" (but not in the fake Italian sort of way). The menu is concise and has something for every palette, which is helpful, and the drinks are very good (similar to Campfire). The ambiance is cozy but minimal as there is a LOT going on. The open kitchen, bar and bakery make for eye candy everywhere. My favorite bite was the Clams, followed closely by the Mafaldine pasta. The pizzas were above average but could use a little more generosity on the toppings. The Pistachio tiramisu is a must try. We look forward to trying breakfast... and lunch. Well done team
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    WildlandPrice: Moderate• Californian• Carlsbad
    5
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