Fodor's Expert Review Campfire

$$$ Carlsbad Dinner

Paying tribute to community around the campfire, it’s all about connecting here, both with the cool crowd and with the distinctive cocktail and dinner menus. Throughout the restaurant, subtle hints of the camping theme—canvas-backed booths, servers in flannels, leather menus branded with the Campfire log—are visible, but it’s the food that will leave you setting up camp, as chefs work their magic behind glass walls grilling, roasting, and smoking almost every dish including the oysters warmed over coals. The fire-roasted cabbage has a crunch, and the smoked brisket with coffee rub delivers with polenta and pickled tomatoes. Topping off the meal are tableside mini-Dutch ovens of hot coals for DIY s’mores with vanilla marshmallows, graham cookies, salted caramel, and chocolate ganache.

Dinner Barbecue Best Bet $$$

Quick Facts

2725 State St.
Carlsbad, California  92008, USA

760-637–5121

www.thisiscampfire.com

Known For:
  • Smoky cocktails
  • Wood-fired American fare
  • Innovative seasonal menu
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No lunch

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