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Campfire, Carlsbad, CA
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Campfire

$30 and under
American
2725 State St, Carlsbad, CA 92008-1629

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
Campfire in Carlsbad is more than a restaurant; it's an experience that embodies the joy of gathering around a fire, sharing great food, and connecting with loved ones. Our menu celebrates live-fire cooking, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients transformed by open flames. Enjoy dishes like smoky grilled octopus and tender slow-cooked brisket, each crafted with care and respect for nature's bounty. The ambiance is inviting, set in a mid-century Quonset hut with eclectic outdoor-inspired decor. At the heart of Campfire is a custom-built 12-foot wood-burning hearth, where chefs create dishes infused with a unique smoky aroma. To complement your meal, our innovative cocktail program features classic techniques and premium ingredients, offering the perfect way to unwind and savor the moment. Join us at Campfire for a culinary journey that warms the heart and delights the senses.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Eric Bost

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Plate2022

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 Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–11:59 pm Fri, Sat 4:45 pm–11:59 pm Sun 4:00 pm–11:59 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Campfire Party

    $96.00 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 5,448 people are saying

Campfire reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    American

  • North San Diego

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Campfire delights with "unique, delicious, and inventive" dishes. The "best broccoli" is a standout, while creative cocktails complement the dining experience. The service is consistently praised as "friendly and attentive." With a vibrant, camp-themed ambiance, it's perfect for special occasions or casual gatherings, offering unforgettable meals and memories.

5,448 Reviews
  1. Lisa VIP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second time at campfire and it’s my absolute new favorite restaurant. Every food item we had was incredible, the service team was friendly and on point all night, the creativity in the drinks and menu and the awesome flavors, and of course absolutely wonderful ambience made for a special and unforgettable evening celebrating my bestie’s birthday.

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  2. sue

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wowowowwow! The food and service are amazing! We were celebrating an anniversary and they brought a card to the table, signed by the entire staff that was working that night. They also started us off with a glass of champagne each to celebrate while we waited for our cocktails . We ordered the smoked olives as an appetizer, and they were a phenomenal way to start our beautiful meal along with the Mezcal drink called the hatchet. Sort of like a mezcal old-fashioned. Delicious! We shared the halibut and it was perfection - fresh and cooked perfectly with an amazing buttery sauce on the bottom. we ordered the roasted potato dish that comes with the steak as our side, and it was insanely crispy and savory with the raclette cheese. our waiter Roman was charming and attentive. For dessert we ordered the baked Alaska and an espresso martini. The dramatic flaming of the dessert was such a fun way to end the evening. One of the best meals I’ve had in a very long time. The ambience is cool campy casual vibe with unique decor, but pretty noisy making conversation a little difficult. I would highly recommend campfire!

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  3. WilliamD VIP

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every single thing we ordered was unique, delicious and inventive. Been here several times now and it’s been consistently great!

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  4. Karen

    San Diego22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time there and it definitely met up to all expectations. The service was outstanding, the staff warm and knowledgeable. We opted to share a number of the small plates and every one of them was really good. It’s not the place to go for a quiet conversation but that was okay. The intermingling fits their atmosphere.

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  5. Susie

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly a unique and delicious experience. So many servers available that are all super friendly and helpful. The food was absolutely delicious. Definitely recommend the broccoli and carrots which were soooo tasty. We will probably skip the pork belly next time but we had octopus and pork chops for dinner that were quite yummy as well. The s’mores was also a unique and fun experience too.

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  6. Mike

    San Diego9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I tried Campfire for the first time last night. We shared the cornbread, oysters, beets and roasted broccoli. I also had the smoked pork chop and she had the ricotta cavatelli. Every dish that we tried was delicious. The thing that impresses the most is that every dish was unique to Campfire, like nothing that you would have anywhere else. The creativity that has gone into the menu, to me, is extraordinary. It seems that the main ingredient in each dish is highlighted and accentuated, but not overwhelmed, by each of the added flavors. Service was friendly, helpful, attentive and timely. The noise level where we were sitting was too loud to hold a normal conversation. When we return (and we will) we will try sitting outside, if the weather is warm enough.

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  7. Patty

    MV1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Campfire is amazing. Every detail from the design of the menu to the delicious food that is prepared and served is next perfection.

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  8. Kathy VIP

    Denver4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this entire restaurant group! The food is excellent and the waitstaff are amazing.

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  9. Julie

    San Diego17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner at Campfire was amazing and truly exceeded our expectations. Everything was so fresh and delicious. To start we had the campfire olives (smoked olives, citrus marinated, confit garlic, rosemary and fresh herbs), porridge bread (whole wheat, rye, sea salt, charcoal butter — we love this bread!), and prawns (ember roasted with prickly pear, mezcal, candied habanero). Next we had a delicious beet dish with red and golden beets (whipped chèvre, yuzu, hibiscus, watercress). My husband had an amazing ricotta cavatelli with oyster mushroom, sunchoke, preserved meyer lemon, and goat cheese. I had the market fish grilled — fresh local halibut, arugula, spring garlic, and white asparagus. Utterly amazing. The staff were all friendly, engaging, and knowlegable about all the food, and also provided a great wine recommendation. We look forward to our next visit!

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  10. Varsha

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I suggest trying at least one dish from each category! We started with the cornbread which gave me such a nostalgic feeling because of the spices. The broccoli was a pleasant surprise and the chicken was juicy, cooked to perfection, beautifully paired with the charred fennel. Wonderful flavors, will be going back to try more!

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Campfire is rated 4.8 stars by 5448 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 times today
Experiences are available.
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.
  • Neighborhood
    Carlsbad
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–11:59 pm Fri, Sat 4:45 pm–11:59 pm Sun 4:00 pm–11:59 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Delivery & takeout
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