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Campfire, Carlsbad, CA
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Campfire

$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 92 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
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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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Eric Bost

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Plate

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: This massive open-flame restaurant charmed diners with fire pits, a wall decorated with camping gear, and warm communal vibes when it opened in 2016. It still has powerhouse status thanks to an excellent craft cocktail program and seasonal wood-fired masterpieces, which could include fire-roasted octopus with green harissa or smoked coffee-rubbed brisket.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (760) 637-5121
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Carlsbad
  • Cross Street
    Beech Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Campfire Party

    US$102.20 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    At Campfire, we do something special for all groups of 7-12 guests, as we invite large parties to gather together and feast. The Feast is a fixed four-course, family-style meal priced at $80 per guest. You won’t have to make any decisions, as we'll take care of everything, cooking up some of our favorite dishes from every section of the menu. If your group includes young children, please email hello@thisiscampfire.com for help with your booking. Cancellations may be made up to 24 hours in advance of your reservation. Same day cancellations are not eligible for refunds. Tax and 20% Gratuity applied at checkout.

What 5,205 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Contemporary American

  • North San Diego

    Innovative

  • North San Diego

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Campfire offers a unique dining experience with "life changing broccoli" and a vibrant atmosphere. Guests praise the "friendly and knowledgeable staff," outstanding service, and creative cocktails. While some find the menu pricey, the "ambiance and food quality" consistently impress. Campfire is ideal for celebrations and memorable meals, ensuring a delightful visit.

5,205 Reviews
  1. Caren

    Yosemite

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the menu changes seasonally and the roasted carrots and the broccoli were delicious. My pasta was so well balanced - light and perfectly cooked, with mushrooms and ricotta completing the dish beautifully. Service was warm, friendly and lots of fun!

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  2. Marty

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simple the best! Had the family feast experience for our group of 12. Service was incredible, cocktails were amazing, and food was on point as always.

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  3. Andrés

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been to Campfire a few times, and, it never disappoints. The service is amazing, the food is perfect, the ambiance is great, and the drinks are excellent! Highly recommended. P.S. you have to make reservations

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  4. Wesley

    East Texas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! Classic dishes with unique flavor. Will definitely be back!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have never experienced better service than I did at Campfire. They made our special occasion as special as it could possibly be. Major shoutout to the assistant manager and bar staff who created an unforgettable cocktail experience for us. A huge thank you to the chef and the entire staff. Our waiter was so kind in walking us through the menu and helped us make great choices. We enjoyed every dish, particularly the broccoli, asparagus, octopus and cavatelli! We plan on recommending Campfire to everyone we know.

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  6. Brad

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  7. Merisa

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience!! Thank you to Campfire for being so accommodating to our group! Many had never been there and they loved it!!

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  8. Caroline

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful restaurant inside. I rated three stars for food only because there were scant few vegetarian and vegan items. Those were basically side orders. There is not one salad available as an option. The other four people in our party that ordered meat meals really enjoyed their food. I also ranked 4 for noise because the only table available was outside, which is next to another restaurant that had their own music playing. I think if you requested a table inside, it would be perfect. I ordered a martini and it was average And very small. We ordered the s’mores for dessert (And there is actually a vegan option with a vegan marshmallow) But they didn’t really Taste like s’mores. The presentation was lovely though, although not real effective grilling your own marshmallow over tiny coals. I would definitely go back if the Restaurant would provide some actual vegan meals.

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  9. Pam

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dining at Campfire was a fantastic experience for our gathering of friends and family. The service was impeccable—attentive yet discreet, with the staff showing great sensitivity to our ongoing conversations. The broccoli dish was a standout and a hit with everyone at the table. The smoky aroma of the meats was simply mouthwatering, and the flavors did not disappoint. While the smoked chicken was a bit tricky to cut through, even with a knife, the meat itself was tender and full of flavor once we got into it. Overall, it was a delightful meal, and I would definitely recommend Campfire for both the excellent food and top-notch service.

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  10. Ralph

    Orlando

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    2nd visit here and everything was fantastic again. Food is just amazing - different little twists and unexpected flavors abound. All the staff are friendly and attentive, even when the place is buzzing. Just a great experience all-round - thanks Campfire!

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FAQs

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Campfire is rated 4.7 stars by 5205 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 92 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Campfire

2725 State St, Carlsbad, CA 92008-1629

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    Beech Ave.
  • Area
    Carlsbad
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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