Fast-Casual Barbecue Joint Coming to Carlsbad - Eater San Diego

"WR Kitchen & Bar, an offshoot of Mission Valley’s Wood Ranch barbecue and grill, is a fast-casual eatery in Carlsbad. Scheduled to launch later this fall, the 3,900-square-foot Bressi Ranch location will feature a wood-fired open kitchen and seating for 150 across the dining room, bar, and patio. The menu includes items like pasture-raised tri-tip, baby back ribs, Carolina pulled pork, and fire-roasted chicken, with new additions such as tacos with wood-grilled salmon, roasted cauliflower, and smoked brisket. Other menu items range from salads and sandwiches to burgers and snacks like wood-grilled shishito peppers and crispy shredded onions. The eatery also has a full bar with 12 draft beers, wine, and cocktails, including a frozen rose slushy, a classic Old Fashioned, and a margarita." - Candice Woo