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Authentic Italian Old World dishes including generations-old recipes from his home in Naples. Cicciotti’s is casual Italian dining cooked by a Published Author & Chef. Gaetano Cicciotti.

They serve classic Italian pasta like fettuccine Alfredo which you might find in Italian restaurants, but you will not find Italian restaurants that cook fresh Italian food the way Gaetano Cicciotti does. Gaetano Cicciotti has a Trattoria, as well as a fine Italian catering business with amazing Italian caterers. Gaetano oversees his catering business like his restaurant, all focused on the freshest ingredients available. As a native Italian Chef, he serves true Italian cuisine, Italian dinners, and traditional Italian food. It is one of the great Italian Restaurants in North San Diego County

Cozy restaurant offering familiar Mediterranean dishes, such as pita sandwiches, falafel, kabobs, hummus and shawarma.

Located in the heart of Carlsbad Village, Village Kabob brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to North County with a menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Middle Eastern cuisine. Owned by local restaurateur Gaetano Cicciotti, the restaurant combines authentic recipes with a modern twist, serving freshly baked pita, flavorful shawarma, charbroiled kebabs, creamy hummus, crisp salads, and house-made desserts in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

One of the restaurant’s signature offerings is the Mezze Sampler, featuring hummus, baba ghanoush, tzatziki, falafel, and dolmas—a perfect introduction to Mediterranean flavors. Guests also rave about the freshly baked pita bread, chicken shawarma, and tender kebabs cooked over an open flame.

Village Kabob reflects the rich culinary traditions of the Mediterranean, where meals are meant to be shared and enjoyed with family and friends. Its fresh ingredients, bold spices, and genuine hospitality make it a favorite among both locals and visitors exploring Carlsbad Village.

Fresco Cocina is a vibrant restaurant located in the heart of Carlsbad Village serving a modern interpretation of Mexican cuisine.
Whether you’re craving tacos or ceviche, Fresco Cocina is sure to satisfy any appetite.

Founded in 1986, Froglanders is a family-owned crêperie serving San Diego authentic sweet and savory crepes, frozen yogurt, fresh smoothies, and boba!

Froglanders started as frozen yogurt shop in La Jolla and has been there for the last 35 years. Their second location was started here in Carlsbad at the beginning of COVID, which was bad timing, but still, they did well. Primarily because they decided to start making crepes as well as yogurt. And now the crepes are their best sellers. The crepe crust is gluten free and vegan: from buckwheat and flaxseed.

How Froglanders got its name:

What happens to kids when they get frozen yogurt? They get the energy they need, and they jump around with happiness. Frogs do the same all the time. That is how the name Froglanders came to be, it is where people hop from the happiness a delicious frozen yogurt gives you.

The Goods is a purveyor of Artisan Doughnuts crafted with the finest locally sourced ingredients.

For the past four years, the Barilles family of Carlsbad has built a loyal following for the house-made cinnamon rolls at their downtown restaurant, Cafe Topés. Now they are hoping to do the same with doughnuts.

The Barilles opened The Goods, an artisan doughnut bakery on State Street that specializes in ultra-fresh doughnuts in gourmet varieties including brown butter, chocolate ganache, Tahitian vanilla, stuffed Nutella and s’mores.

All doughnuts are made from scratch in small batches throughout the day, with the promise that none of these warm baked treats sit out for more than an hour before they are sold or replaced.

Just like Cafe Topés, The Goods is a hands-on family enterprise. The Barille family matriarch, Jacquie, conceived the idea and runs the shop. Her husband, Joseph, built the store and lent his expertise as a former professional baker.

Nestled in the Northern San Diego County beach town of Carlsbad is our Italian kitchen. Gregorio’s has been serving up great Italian food and pizzas for over 20 years.

Greg Nelson was a local boy who grew up in the Carlsbad area and as a young boy he went to the Boys and Girls Club a lot, so for the last 3 years prior to this, he gave all the earnings from the restaurant to the Boys and Girls Club. So, we like to support him for that, and his food is great so let us go in.

Serves up wine, beer, and craft mocktails — plus a delicious menu of locally made pizza, meatballs, and small bites …

Costa Azul Winery is a charming wine bar tucked in the heart of Carlsbad. It is the local tasting room for Solterra Winery of Encinitas—a family affair that’s been crafting award‑winning wines for over 20 years.

Local pizza chain known for its craft brews, popular with families, beer fans & surfers alike.

Pure Project Carlsbad is a Pure Project tasting room. Pure Project is a small batch, ingredient-centric craft brewery with a mission to build community and a reverence for beer as an agricultural product by staying true to our ethos of quality ingredients, sustainability, and attention to detail

“Carruth Cellars Urban Winery is San Diego, CA’s award-winning urban winery where we bring grapes to the people with passion, craft, and community. Enjoy handcrafted wine by the glass, bottle, or flight in our vibrant wine tasting rooms across Solana Beach, Carlsbad and Oceanside, each with its own unique vibe and local charm.

Nestled in the heart of downtown Carlsbad, we offer a laid-back beach vibe, live entertainment, delicious food, and killer cocktails.