The Pocket

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

Mexican dishes including tacos and empanadas are the focus at this casual eatery with catering and takeout available.

Nestled in Bressi, this vibrant spot boasts authentic flavors and fresh ingredients with a lively atmosphere perfect for family-style dining and tasty margaritas.

Warm French nook since 1998 offering sweet/savory crêpes & panini, plus espresso, macaroons & cakes.

Beach resort hotel with an oceanfront pool, plus a fitness center, spa, restaurant & local shuttle. Set on Carlsbad Beach, this contemporary Craftsman-inspired resort hotel is 2.7 miles to Aviara Golf Club and 4.9 miles from McClellan-Palomar Airport. Rooms (some with ocean views) offer modern decor and custom-designed beds, plus minifridges, microwaves, flat-screen TVs and WiFi. Some feature balconies, and suites add separate living and dining areas. Amenities include a restaurant serving locally sourced coastal cuisine, a cocktail lounge, spa and fitness center, plus a 4,000 sq ft oceanfront outdoor pool and a fire pit. There are also over 25,000 sq ft of meeting space and a free local area shuttle. A daily resort fee applies.

Chain scooping creative flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt made from local ingredients.

Casa de Bandini is a vibrant spot serving up hearty Mexican favorites, where colorful decor and live mariachi music create a festive dining escape.

In a breezy spot in Carlsbad, this counter-serve donuttery dazzles with creative flavors and a commendable selection of gluten-free and vegan options.

Colorful rooms & condos in an oceanside hotel with Mexican restaurant, outdoor pool & loaner bikes. This coastal hotel is a 2-minute walk from Carlsbad Village and 4.2 miles from Legoland California. The seascape- and sunset-themed rooms have plantation shutters, and most have balconies or patios. They come with 42-inch TVs with cable, iHome docks, DVD players, minifridges and Keurig coffeemakers. Condos are also available, featuring full kitchens, living rooms and dining rooms. Wi-Fi is covered by a resort fee. The resort fee includes parking and access to the activity center, with loaner bikes for guests age 16 and older. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a sauna and a Mexican restaurant.