Black Rail Kitchen + Bar

Name: Black Rail Kitchen + Bar
Address: 6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA, United States, 92009-4149
Telephone: (760) 931-0020
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

339 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009-4149

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2 people

Apr 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Neighborhood gem
Great for live music

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar is a vibrant and unique neighborhood gathering space serves inventive California global fare crafted by renowned Michoacán-born executive chef Moises Hernandez.

Cozy up next to one of our expansive patio’s many firepits and enjoy deliciously prepared dishes, daily happy hour, craft beverages, a glorious sommelier-driven wine list, local beer and live music from some of the area’s top jazz musicians and Black Rail Kitchen + Bar’s very own house band, the E.S.P. Collective.

We are proud to bring our longtime Carlsbad neighbors and newcomers alike diverse dining experiences including Black Rail Kitchen + Bar, Tinleaf Fresh Kitchen and Yelp Top 100 breakfast spot Beach Plum Kitchen.
Stop by, grab a drink and soak in the best of La Costa!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Californian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(760) 931-0020
Website
https://blackrailkitchen.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Moises Hernandez
Catering
We offer a variety of catering services, including pick up, drop off, and full-service. Let our catering team show you how easy it is to impress your guests with our menu! We pride ourselves on being on time every time & offer amazing food to meet every budget.<br />Please visit freshkitchenhospitality.com/catering for more info or to submit an inquiry.
Private party facilities
Whether you’re planning a company meeting, dinner party, shower, rehearsal dinner, or holiday party we are able to meet your every need. We offer a mix of private and semi-private dining opportunities. We can provide personalized menus, table decor, audio-visual equipment, and more. Email samantha@blackrailkitchen.com for more information.

Location
6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009-4149
Neighborhood
Carlsbad
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 339 people are saying

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar offers a vibrant atmosphere with live jazz music and cozy ambience. Guests praise the "excellent food, drinks, service, and atmosphere." The staff is commendable for their attentiveness and friendliness. The menu is diverse, featuring standout dishes like the lamb meatballs and flat iron steak, making it a "great local spot."

339 Reviews

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Jamy VIP
Phoenix3 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Seems to be going down hill. Food is good but portions are very small (even the fries) and certainly expensive for you get. Not a lot of restaurants in La Costa - I hope they improve!
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Natalia
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was great! The service was exceptional and we got to see Lester Abram’s band. 10/10 recommend.
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PatriciaB
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The people are friendly and attentive. Food wad excellently prepared.
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Geri
San Diego7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Blackbird is an excellent drink! The service staff was beautifully present, just when you needed them!
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Elise VIP
Atlanta34 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
We were very excited to hear the jazz Music. We had a reservation but were sent to another area where you could not hear the music at all. Instead it seemed like a sports bar with a limited menu. It was very noisy. The food was ok and our waiter was outstanding. We will not return.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Cancun9 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, drinks, service, and atmosphere.
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Brooke VIP
Portland2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience dining with my family. Accommodating for gluten allergies. Delicious food. Great service! Would reccomend!
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Lan VIP
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food Great service Beautiful ambience Jazz band was so so
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Carmen VIP
Cleveland27 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great lamb meatballs and the live music was high quality
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Kim
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a dirty martini it was delicious! We tried the lamb meatballs and they were amazing. The bruschetta was so delicious it had bacon on it. We had the flat iron steak omg!!! Cooked to perfection. So tender and seasoned perfectly. We also had the pork chop and it was so wonderful tangy sweet savory the whole package. We were celebrating a birthday and indulge a little but the prices were not bad… I would go back in a heartbeat. Service was amazing and we were taken care of. We had over 6 staff members visit us and bring water, food, take our order and help us with our time enjoying our meals.
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FAQs

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 931-0020.

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 339 OpenTable diners.

Black Rail Kitchen + Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009-4149

Additional information

Neighborhood
Carlsbad
Hours of operation
Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Californian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Moises Hernandez
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://blackrailkitchen.com/
Phone number
(760) 931-0020
Catering
We offer a variety of catering services, including pick up, drop off, and full-service. Let our catering team show you how easy it is to impress your guests with our menu! We pride ourselves on being on time every time & offer amazing food to meet every budget.<br />Please visit freshkitchenhospitality.com/catering for more info or to submit an inquiry.
Private party facilities
Whether you’re planning a company meeting, dinner party, shower, rehearsal dinner, or holiday party we are able to meet your every need. We offer a mix of private and semi-private dining opportunities. We can provide personalized menus, table decor, audio-visual equipment, and more. Email samantha@blackrailkitchen.com for more information.

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Black Rail Kitchen + Bar

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About this restaurant

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What 339 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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