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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 71 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
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.

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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
  • Website
    http://www.thisiscampfire.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    2725 State St, Carlsbad, CA 92008-1629
  • 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

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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.

Menu

Winter. Gathering around a fire to share good food and drink with friends… as far as we're concerned, there are few things better in life. We created this place to celebrate that spirit of the campfire with you. Thanks for being here

Kindling

  • OlivesUS$8.00

    picholine, kalamata, castelvetrano, smoked oil, citrus, espelette

    • CrudoUS$20.00

      seared ahi, cucumber, buttermilk, horseradish, gooseberry

      • MusselsUS$18.00

        grilled over embers, salsa macha, toasted pepita, coal roasted yams

        • RilletteUS$16.00

          pork confit, pear, mustard seed, nasturtium, country bread

          • Wagyu SkewersUS$30.00

            snake river farms, grilled, meyer lemon, aleppo pepper

            • Flat BreadUS$14.00

              charred carrot hummus, cumin, coriander, citrus fern, marigold

              • Porridge BreadUS$9.00

                whole wheat, rye, sea salt, butter

                Vegetables

                • LeekUS$16.00

                  hazelnut, apple, sorrel, koji butter

                  • TrevisoUS$19.00

                    burrata, persimmon, negi onion, saba

                    • BroccoliUS$15.00

                      chermoula, lime, peanut

                      • Ancient GrainUS$18.00

                        farro, fire-roasted shakshouka, tofu labneh, pistachio

                        • CavatelliUS$23.00

                          kuri squash, kale, walnut, fresno chili, pecorino

                          From the Hearth

                          • TroutUS$36.00

                            grilled, mushroom, parsnip, shallot, salsa verde

                            • OctopusUS$29.00

                              grilled, smoked garlic, fingerling potato, jimmy nardello pepper

                              • ChickenUS$32.00

                                pasturebird, charred, lentil ragout, bacon, turnip, grapes

                                • BrisketUS$32.00

                                  smoked, steady state coffee rub, polenta, pickled green tomato

                                  • Ribeye

                                    grilled, koji aged, gratin of bloomsdale spinach and swiss chard, blue cheese, green peppercorn

                                    • 28ozUS$120.00

                                  • LobsterUS$40.00

                                    grilled, yuzu butter, finger lime; limited availability

                                    Dessert

                                    • Yes, We Have S'moresUS$15.00

                                      chocolate, mallow, graham

                                      • Vasco CheesecakeUS$14.00

                                        berries, honeycomb

                                        Last updated: 24 December 2022

                                        What 5,253 people are saying

                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

                                        Noise • Moderate

                                        Loved For

                                        • San Diego

                                          Contemporary American

                                        • North San Diego

                                          Innovative

                                        • North San Diego

                                          Most Booked

                                        Review summary

                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                        Campfire delights diners with its unique menu and lively atmosphere. Celebrated for "life changing broccoli," the restaurant offers an array of wood-fired dishes that impress with flavor and creativity. While noise and wait times can be concerns, "amazing service" and engaging staff consistently enhance the dining experience. Perfect for special occasions!

                                        5,253 Reviews

                                        1. Charis

                                          Washington DC

                                          1 review

                                          5.0

                                          1 review

                                          Dined today

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          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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                                        2. Sean

                                          VIP

                                          Calgary

                                          1 review

                                          5.0

                                          1 review

                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          The food was great and the service was Top Notch! Highly recommended!

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                                        3. Kristen

                                          Orange County

                                          1 review

                                          5.0

                                          1 review

                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Great all around experience. Good food, service and atmosphere. So nice to be able to get AMAZING food in a non stuffy environment.

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                                        4. Trevor

                                          Seattle

                                          1 review

                                          4.0

                                          1 review

                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                          1. Overall 4
                                          2. Food 4
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Ribeye was cooked perfectly medium rare but was a bit too salty. Mixed drinks were predominantly ice and mixers. Otherwise all the other food, ambiance and service were great

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                                        5. Jim

                                          Salt Lake City

                                          5 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          5 reviews

                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Great food - interesting new combinations for me. Vegetables especially rocked. Carrots and broccoli were amazing. Fun atmosphere - a bit loud but not too bad. Cocktails great especially milk punch.

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                                        6. Amanda

                                          VIP

                                          Los Angeles

                                          9 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          9 reviews

                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 4
                                          The food here is so masterfully made… unique flavors and unusual combinations that will blow your mind!

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                                        7. Nicholas

                                          Washington DC

                                          1 review

                                          5.0

                                          1 review

                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Amazing food and cocktails! Can't wait to revisit!

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                                        8. Lori

                                          San Francisco

                                          2 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          2 reviews

                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          The food and ambience was amazing! We were there celebrating my daughter’s birthday and they made her feel so special. The bartender greeting us with a celebratory cocktail.

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                                        9. Eva

                                          Palm Springs

                                          1 review

                                          5.0

                                          1 review

                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          What a fun place! Food and service were excellent and the vibe is great! Can’t wait to come back!

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                                        10. Nathan

                                          VIP

                                          San Diego

                                          1 review

                                          5.0

                                          1 review

                                          Dined on 19 December 2024

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          We loved the prefix meal experience! Servers were a joy, the food and cocktails were an experience to write home about. We can’t wait to return and try more items off the menu!

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                                        Campfire is rated 4.8 stars by 5253 OpenTable diners.

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

                                        Make a booking

                                        2 people
                                        19:00
                                        Booked 71 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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