Urban Plates

Trendy Mexican restaurant serving up margaritas, ceviche, and other classics amid a casual atmosphere.

Eclectic Northern Spanish entrees & drinks in a mellow space inside the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort.

Fun hangout for craft brews, bar bites & sandwiches in a convivial space with games & sports TVs.

Nestled in Carlsbad, Harumama delights with adorable animal-shaped steamed buns and a playful Asian fusion menu, perfect for a whimsical dining experience.

Local pizza chain known for its craft brews, popular with families, beer fans & surfers alike.

Longtime Chinese restaurant & bar serving a lengthy menu of Sichuan & Mandarin fare.

"Come work on grass tees at a 3-1 ratio with 7 of the Top Golf Instructors in California/Golf Digest. Play after school on the Arnold Palmer designed course at the luxurious Park Hyatt Resort Aviara. Corporate hotel rates available."

Relaxed hotel with free Wi-Fi & breakfast, plus an outdoor pool, a polished steakhouse & a gym. An 11-minute walk from the beach, this low-key hotel is 2 miles from both Legoland California and the Museum of Making Music. The understated rooms have minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers, plus flat-screen TVs, DVD players and free Wi-Fi. Suites add separate living rooms with sofabeds. Room service is available. Complimentary amenities include a breakfast buffet, parking and an area shuttle. There's a refined steakhouse and a casual restaurant, plus a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and a gym. Pets are welcome.

Steady State is the go-to beachside coffee shop in Carlsbad, known for its friendly vibe, stellar brews, and inviting outdoor seating.