Best Carbonara in Carlsbad

2 restaurant menus in Carlsbad, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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264 Fresco
264 Fresco
84/100 (3804 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Branzino
Pesto
Shrimp
Butternut Squash Ravioli
Fish
Halibut
Sangria
Mozzarella Caprese
Antipasti
caesar salad
Orange Salad
Cocktails
Chicken parmigiana
Lobster
Eggplant
Crispy Calamari
Spaghetti carbonara
Alfredo
Pasta
Mortadella Pizza
Tiramisu
Salad
Tiramisú
Crab
Crème Brûlée
Meatballs
Scallops
Chicken Alfredo
Bolognese
Lasagne
Calamari
Prosciutto Burrata
Carbonara
Risotto
Rigatoni Meat Sauce
Prosciutto
Mussels
Minestrone
Calamares
Eggplant Parmigiana
Chicken Wings
Salmon
Fresco Signature Cioppino
Goat Cheese Ravioli
Lamb
Brussels Sprouts
Bruschette
Sit down
Italian
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Television
Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Table Service
Accepts Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts American Express
Live Music
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Stopped here for supper on vacation and was the most pleaureable experience. Constantine was the best waiter we have ever had anywhere we have ever..."
William Wing
"We had an excellent dinner on the patio. The service was great and so was the food. They have a wonderful wine list to choose from. Very friendly..."
Monique Gesin
"Oh yeah, if you are going to hang out in Carlsbad and want a classy place to eat and drink, go here. Recently remodeled with parking out back or on..."
Bob Bechill
"Love this place - local gem in Carlsbad! Food is fantastic - esp. the daily risotto and spaghetti/meatsauce dishes. Wine list very good for an..."
Linda Knox
"Food........Fantastic! The owner of this place is great. Cares for each and everyone of the customers that come through the..."
Mark Gallagher
"Have been going to Fresco restaurant for several years. Always pleased with our meals. The food is delicious! The staff is wonderful, friendly & hard..."
Andrea Rocca
"My wife & I came here with our friends to celebrate our annual Christmas dinner. We enjoyed every bite! Our waiter Steve was amazing! Be sure to ask..."
Randy Ogle
"Atmosphere was really nice and it’s only one block to the beach. The food was very good, I had a pizza made in their 900 degree wood fire pizza..."
Amber Sklar
"Good food, great service, nice atmosphere. More open after the recent remodel/redesign. Can be loud inside with a larger crowd, but it’s all good..."
Jeff Poirier
"Mamma Mia! This place has it all! The location, the setting, the service, the food, everything you could need in a great experience with food you get..."
Ally Hunter
"Excellent place for a lunch date, brunch, dinner or a business meal. Beautiful views from the second floor. Great staff and the food is wonderful...."
Suheil Rodriguez
"The service for food and drinks was incredible. Our server Alex was on point with our orders, timing of food and drink pairing. She was a magician..."
Adam Warner
"Go during happy 😃 hour because you will enjoy 😊 the small, yet tasty 😋 selection of Italian 🇮🇹 foods. The wood 🪵 fired🔥 sausage..."
Ronald Joseph
"Great little place close to the water. Great atmosphere, a bit loud though. Food was good, especially the Brussel Sprouts. The Chicken Parmigiana..."
JASON NICASTRO
"Awesome atmosphere and so close to the beach. We sat outside on the patio and could see the ocean from our table. Such a beautiful view and the..."
Suze Collins
"My new favorite! Lobster ravioli is amazing. Tiramisu is off the chain. Short rib is phenomenal. But don't take it home for reheat. Doesn't reheat..."
Krista Canales
Vigilucci's Cucina
Vigilucci's Cucina
90/100 (2603 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Pesto
Fish
Shrimp
Antipasti
Prawns
Beef
Lobster
Cioppino
Eggplant
Tiramisu
Salad
Meatballs
Crab
Bolognese
Lasagne
Scallops
Carbonara
Clams
Prosciutto
Calamari
Gelato
Risotto
Chicken Wings
Mussels
Lamb
Calamares
Bruschette
Sit down
Italian
Seating
Table Service
Reservations
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"Very quiet and peaceful restaurant. Not that many customers during the busy lunchtime hours. Food was served at the perfect temperature. It was..."
Golnaz Hosseinian
"Our go-to in the village for Italian! Delicious food, great service and very accommodating. Has gluten free pasta available and willing to do a..."
Aria Pipp
"Just went for dessert and coffee during along walk along the beach cold breeze went in to warm up energize for the walk back service was great had..."
Stanley Hopf
"Excellent service and the ambiance was perfect. Best Italian food on the West coast. May as well have been sitting with family with Mama's home..."
Gabe Padilla
"Came in here about two weeks ago during lunch time on a weekday. It was quiet, and calm. Perfect ambiance to enjoy the high end ambiance. When..."
Burrito43754
"Get ready to be pampered from the second you sit on your table! I stopped in with my family while visiting Legoland, and I can’t begin to tell you..."
karim qedan
"Came here for my birthday. The Service was Excellent, way above and beyond. Food was above average. And it was sweet that they went above and beyond..."
Nathan Fares
"Excellent atmosphere. Truly authentic Italian food. Delicious. Excellent service provided by Lorenzo. Very amiable..."
Barbara Robins