Chandler's Oceanfront Dining

Restaurant · Carlsbad

Chandler's Oceanfront Dining

Restaurant · Carlsbad

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1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92011

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Oceanfront dining with coastal cuisine and an extensive wine list  

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"Put in reservations early to dine at Chandler’s on Thanksgiving. The special holiday menu features the usuals suspects like butternut squash soup and turkey with all the trimmings as well as cauliflower steak and poke. Seating times are 12 pm, 3 pm and 5:30 pm." - darlene-horn

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Ms. Bui-Bernheim

Google
Come to a place where the menu descriptions match the food. Flawless execution dish after delicious dish . If you’re looking for a quiet dinner the nights they have live music is not for you then. I never had to ask for a drink refill or anything more than once. The clam chowder was perfection! Their pesto paired with the sourdough was worth every carb. Apple and pear bread pudding was scrumptious . Burger was medium rare goodness. Side of charred broccoli with a sprinkle of lemon?! Heaven .

YuliyA

Google
We had a wonderful family dinner at this restaurant! From the very start, we were impressed by the mango and banana chip appetizer, an unusual combination, but absolutely delicious! The main dish, rosemary chicken, was simply outstanding - tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. Every bite melted in our mouths! A special shout-out to our waitress, she was not only professional but also incredibly friendly, adding even more positivity to the already warm and inviting atmosphere. We’ll definitely be coming back!

Josslynn Hall

Google
Amazing experience!!! We had a phenomenal waitress named Joanne who made our experience just so special, she was so sweet and caring towards us really made us feel welcome! And the food was delicious and the outside seating was gorgeous!

Kendall McCardle

Google
Came here with a large group recently - food and service were incredible. Staff was attentive, on top of it and very friendly. Atmosphere is exactly what you hope for being a minute walk from the beach. Large fire pits and padded seating available, beautiful bar area. Comfortable dining seating. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

Nicola Spechko

Google
I went here with a friend for brunch on Sunday. I ordered the smoked salmon breakfast pizza and now I have a new food obsession. The flavors are perfectly balanced, fresh dill, a generous amount of smoked salmon, capers, and a hint of spice. If I went here with a bigger party, I would order one just for the table, so everyone could have a slice. My friend got the croissant breakfast sandwich with a side of the house potatoes. This is a gorgeous sandwich- not small-he ate every single bite. I sampled his potatoes and I’m telling you nowhere in north county has breakfast potatoes this good. Did I mention we had all of this with an ocean view? Excellent service. Busy but not noisy. The vibes were immaculate. 10 out of 10 . I can’t wait to go back.

Me Lissa

Google
Our dining experience had mixed outcomes. Justin, our wait staff, was exceptionally accommodating and provided excellent service. The food was decent—while the crab cake was slightly overcooked, it was still flavorful. Unfortunately, the service provided by Lauren, the host, significantly impacted our overall experience. Before checking out of our room, my husband and I decided to enjoy brunch outdoors to make the most of the pleasant weather and the view. We requested to be seated in the shaded area, as the direct sunlight made one of the available tables uncomfortably hot. Lauren led us to the sunlit table and, when asked about moving to the shaded area, hesitated and mentioned needing to check with the front. Despite several shaded 4-seat tables being visibly available, we waited 5-10 minutes without any follow-up. During this time, we noticed Lauren seating another guest at one of the shaded tables we had inquired about. Frustrated by the lack of communication, my husband approached the front desk, where another host promptly seated us in the shaded area. We were told the other tables were “reserved,” but they remained empty throughout the entirety of our meal. Advice: A host’s role is critical in ensuring guest comfort and equitable service. Proactive communication, efficient seating management, and attentiveness are essential for creating a positive dining experience. A more thoughtful and responsive approach from Lauren could have transformed our brunch into a more enjoyable occasion.

Kimberly Floyd

Google
Patio dining in Carlsbad overlooking the ocean (they even have live music some nights). We had a beet salad and halibut sandwich (happy hour menu), red wine and creme brulee. All the food was delicious if a bit pricey. Caution: for large parties, the servers can't split checks.

Shauna Shattuck

Google
Can’t go wrong with oceanfront dining but especially when there’s incredible food and service. I’d like to thank the whole staff primarily our waiter Justin was very detailed, warm and welcoming.
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Atul S.

Yelp
Went here for our anniversary dinner while we stayed in the Hilton hotel where this restaurant is and loved the overall experience. Not cheap but worth it. Overall I would recommend this place if expense is not a thing for you. Here are my takes: Food/Drinks: Food tastes great. We ordered a bunch if things and nothing tasted bad or below average. Service: Very sweet server and overall staff was very nice. Everything was quick and organized from the order to the delivery. Ambiance: Ocean facing dining and plenty of outdoor indoor seating with nice decor. Worth for a romantic dinner needs. Hygiene: No complaints at all. Everything was top notch. Price: We spend some $250+ that night and can say it is not average or reasonable. It about experience here. I would not go here every day but wouldn't mind being here on special occasions.
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Asa P.

Yelp
Love the aesthetic of this oceanfront restaurant located on the Cape Rey Hilton Resort in Carlsbad. The service was impeccable. We were seated very quick from our 8:15 reservation. Hostess was very pleasant. Food presentation was amazing! Quality The Caesar salad had a little twist with all the mixed greens. I would prefer a traditional style. Overall experience superb!
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Katie D.

Yelp
Located inside the Cape Rey Hilton property, this is a beautifully situated restaurant with ocean views from the outdoor patio and bar. They had a beautiful shrimp cesear salad and crab cake app. It's a pricey hotel option but certainly a nice place to enjoy a lunch or a sunset dinner. The service is fine. Nothing notable to say other than our needs were met which is just fine. Thank you for creating such a nice ambian
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Stacey P.

Yelp
Having arrived in the early evening I elected to dine here as it was close to the hotel we were staying and I was hopeful that we would see the sunset. While we missed the setting sun we did manage to have an excellent dinner. Our waiter was very accommodating, patient and had a touch of humor that made the night splendid. The cocktails were delightful - my favorite was the spicy Mexican martini. It was light and bright with a little kick. The food was equally as delightful. I ate the oysters and they were fresh and marvelous. The tuna was amazing - it was cooked perfectly, as in very little, and had the best flavor and texture. I was most pleased. The rice equally was as good being perfectly al dente but not too tough. The ambiance was fine - low lighting made it slightly hard to read the menu. It had a very laid back feel. I enjoyed my time here!
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Uel L.

Yelp
Settled by the ocean what else can you ask for? This place is big enough to accommodate a group. They also have a patio dining where you can enjoy the sea breeze. The food was awesome. They fill you up with big portions. The server was very accommodating and helpful. He would come and check how I'm doing or if I need anything else. The only thing is the hostess took so long to show up and have me seated. Overall, it was good.
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K C.

Yelp
Beautiful view of the ocean, perfect location. Sat outside at the table and on it was a hand written card saying Happy Anniversary signed by all the staff at the restaurant (that was really sweet). I tried the butterfly martini (strong & beautiful drink). Also tried the pineapple drink . I had 8oz steak with scallops, broccolini and these incredible potatoes. Husband had New York stead also delicious. They even had live music (she was lovely). Shout out to Dan the manager and Jose the server. Thank you for the well wishes, the stories, the ideas about Hawaii and the kind words of the type of couple we were. Great job Team Chandler of Carlsbad
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Sara B.

Yelp
I was staying here for a conference, and it was convenient since I was staying at Cape Rey. It is a really nice restaurant space, albeit it can get a bit loud if you choose to sit indoors. The outdoor space is really nice too, but you definitely want to choose to sit there when it is nice out! My server was so sweet. She was very nice and patient. She definitely was a bit busy, but the service was great and the manager is very nice as well. Very friendly staff! We ordered the Caesar Salad, Truffle Fries, and Scallops. Everything was super tasty! Nothing bad to say about the food. Also for the fruit tart, it's not really a tart but more like a sponge cake with some berries on top, so if you think it is custard filled pastry...it is not! Still yummy though. ;)
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Janelle P.

Yelp
Delicious grabbed a mimosa right by the water. Eat outside on the patio! Loved the Caesar salad with grilled chicken! So pretty inside. Very kind and friendly staff.
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Chuck L.

Yelp
the Brodetto Seafood Stew is the BUSINESS !! would have been a top hit had it include some type of rice buts very filling. Roasted Beet Salad w/Salmon was also delicious !! simple yet very well established restaurant, staffs are very attentive, funny, helpful & friendly. perfect spot to see the sunset and enjoy that beach front ambiance.
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Mimi M.

Yelp
We have decided to have lunch at Chandler's since we stayed in the Hotel Cape Rey, Carlsbad for a Birthday gateways last week. The restaurant is not as crowded as I thought. Maybe it wasn't lunch hours and in the middle of the week. Requested to sit outside so we can enjoy the ocean view while enjoying our lunch. It was such a breath taking view. Very beautiful, it went well with the Mahi mahi tacos and a chicken spinach & strawberries salad. Both are delicious and come with the "Ocean view price" :) The Mahi mahi just literally melt in your mouth... is that good. The salad is also good, I can say the strawberries are so fresh and very sweet. Thank you Nathan, our server very kind and attentive and also very knowledgeable and gave us best suggestions. Recommended!
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Dominique O.

Yelp
I was so excited to eat here. I came with some girlfriends and ate around their brunch time menu. They had delicious options to choose from. I had their Classic Eggs Benedict w/ Potatoes. I also had their Lavender Cocktail and was obsessed with the lavender flavor. The host was so sweet to us when checking in. I reserved a table through yelp just to make sure we had a table because I wasn't sure how busy it would be considering it's a restaurant in a Hotel. Our server was also very helpful and kind throughout our experience. We were sat outside with a view of the ocean and unfortunately the weather was chilly however they had heaters hovering over us which helped our experience. I hope to come back during dinner time. :))
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Gale R.

Yelp
I have eaten here twice. The first time I had the Lobster roll, which was nice I cooked plenty of lobster and delicious. My second visit, they have the brunch menu, which included A Chicken sandwich, which the waitress recommended. The Chicken was tender and the Brioche roll fresh. We added avocado to the sandwich. The mustard sauce was delicious and the Sweet potato fries were solid. I would definitely ordered this again. The Hamburger with egg was pretty standard nothing special. We added bacon . As the side and we chose the salad with vinaigrette. No, the greens are fresh we did not care for the vinaigrette. Service was a little spotty. They forgot to bring her ice tea, and we had to ask for it after the food was delivered. Ambience on the ocean is just terrific !
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Tami D.

Yelp
We came to Chandler's recently for my friend's birthday. I had eaten here before and found the views amazing, the food wonderful, and the service good. It also has a dog friendly patio! Michael was our server on this last visit, and he was great. He was thoughtful, always making sure to check on us and letting us know when our food and drinks were arriving. He really went the extra mile. Our meals were really good. My friend ordered a salad with strawberries and chicken on a bed of spinach, and it looked healthy and delicious. My seafood scampi linguini had fresh herbs and seafood with a wonderful garlic butter sauce and was quite tasty. Service was great with Michael, but it can often be a bit of a hit or miss at Chandler's. Wait times for food and drinks can be long, and this can truly take away from the experience. I'm so glad that Michael was our server on my friend's birthday. This is a beautiful spot to enjoy the amazing views and great food. The Cape Rey Carlsbad Hilton is just lovely. We enjoy having dinner and then walking around the property or to the beach afterwards.
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joanne W.

Yelp
Allandra was a wonderful server . Knowledgeable, attentive and real ! Absolutely lovely. The food was excellent!! Tyler was great on the bar . Sandy was very professional and helpful/ accommodating checking me in . I came early to go to the Spa , she went above and beyond. It was two of my girlfriends birthdays. The restaurant manager came out to say hello and make sure we had a nice experience. Just wonderful..
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Jamie S.

Yelp
Was looking for an oceanfront restaurant with amazing food and stumbled upon Chandler's after the reviews. The restaurant is part of a hotel. We sat outside which was stunning. We enjoyed the brunch menu which had a variety of items. The waitress seemed to be the only one serving the whole patio so she was definitely busy. But the spot was cool for lunch/brunch would highly recommend.
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Laura B.

Yelp
I picked this spot for us to catch the sunset on the way down to Mexico And wow Alondra gave excellent service Food was stellar Fav's: 1. Scallops but with salmon plating (cauliflower mash, etc) 2. Seafood scampi (even though they initially forgot the mussels and later brought them however, not quite the same as they weren't cooked with the original broth) 3. Desserts!!!! A. Chocolate hazelnut cake: So delish! B. Sugar cookie with eggnog panna cotta (loved the sugar cookie & the texture of the pc was so delish; excited to try other seasonal flavors as the prep of the pc was on point) C. Creme brulee: delish not my fav D. Coconut macaron half dipped in dark chocolate: amazing! A & D are a must try & a sugar cookie. I would go back just for the view, service, the smell of the boutique lobby & these desserts! Amazing! We also had: A. Warm sourdough bread with accoutrements: butter, pesto spread & parm cheese and quite tasty B. Spinach salad with added gem lettuce & parm chz (imagine their Ceasar salad and spinach salad had a salad baby or the best of those 2 salads put together and it's yummy). We added much needed pepper and salt tho. View was gorgeous Ample parking in the lot with a 2 hr validation from the restaurant Highly recommend if you're in the area or want to have a great meal on the way down South. It's a bit of a hidden gem, inside a lovely boutique hotel (that is owned by Hilton) & has a lovely looking spa ( Hello self care getaway calling ‍) Yum-o M Feedback: don't forget All of the seafood in the scampi when preparing it or if you are short some of the ingredients, let the customer know.
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Ina B.

Yelp
Great quick stop for a snack, will definitely go back! These nachos were plenty to share. Good ocean view, nice breeze and good service.
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Annie D.

Yelp
Friday night dinner did not disappoint. The kitchen was behind so our server offered us complimentary fresh sourdough bread with pesto which was so fresh! The pesto was a surprisingly good addition. The crab cake appetizer was flavorful but could have done without the peppers. My jidori confit chicken was soooo fork tender under the crisp skin. A little heavy with sweet potato purée. Would've been better paired with a mashed potato or polenta. The lamb chops were a large portion and cooked well. Unfortunately they ran out of the mint chutney. The filet mignon was overcooked, we asked for medium rare and it came out medium. Over all we had good experience. Beautiful restaurant. Excellent service. Food was delicious. A little pricey but that's expected for a hotel restaurant. They validate parking. You do get a lot of people from the pool going to the bar to grab drinks which may bother some people. Just ask to sit far from the bar
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Tony K.

Yelp
Very disappointing. Staff seemed almost stressed to the point of ambivalence. Atmosphere was so-so. Drinks were weak. Food was mediocre at best. Our waitress was the highlight of the evening. In my opinion the value for the price here is insulting. Would not recommend this place with so many great restaurants in the area.
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Barry R.

Yelp
Ate there two nights during a recent visit to San Diego. Food was good. Service mixed but pleasant. Beautiful view of water in distance.

Brian P.

Yelp
The food was very below average. Salmon was fishy and the other dishes were not cooked to order and were yucky. I would recommend a hard pass for the food being below mediocre. Came back in the AM for coffee and it was not warm and they messed the order up twice.
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Tim A.

Yelp
From Chicago, in SoCal to visit my daughter. We decided to try Chandlers for a nice dinner. I looked at the menu and nothing really caught my eye. Then I spotted the Kobe burger. I love the name and thought it was worth a try. Chandlers offers beautiful views of the ocean, and has a great vibe. We enjoyed the views while we waited for our meal. When the Kobe arrived, it was a towering beauty of a sandwich! But when I took my first bite, instead of the wonderful taste of beef, it tasted like jello! Did I order an impossible burger? No. The fries, the bun, all the fixings were good, the meat itself was a travesty. I do not recommend the Kobe burger (0/5). However... my daughter ordered the zoodles with chicken and peanut sauce. Outstanding! If I had ordered this instead, I would be giving a "no doubter" 5-star review.
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Lisa-anne F.

Yelp
Great place to go to watch the sunset. Definitely sit on the outside patio facing the ocean. Our server was very nice and friendly. The food was a mixed bag. My friend ordered the Burrata Salad which was so-so. The Burrata and prosciutto were tasty but the tomatoes were tasteless so it was a mediocre rendition of this popular dish. My friend also ordered the nut crusted calamari which she said tasted like chicken nuggets but with a much thicker coating. She was not impressed and did not finish it. I ordered the Thai Zoodle dish with salmon on top and it was fantastic. The peanut sauce was too spicy for me but had great flavor. I just shook the sauce off but if you like spicy food you will LOVE this. The actual flavor and the textures of the dish were wonderful, I just didn't like the heat of the sauce ( but remember, I am a wimp when it comes to spicy heat). The salmon was cooked perfectly. I ate every last bite and would order this dish again albeit asking for the spice level to be toned down. I would come here again for the beautiful view and the food I ordered.
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Goldy L.

Yelp
Ambiance, location, service, daily happy menu, amazing pesto and sour dough boule, location, location, live music for happy hour certain days,, stayed New Years, nice rooms, but watch how parking works, daily rate can be $30-$40.
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Savanna V.

Yelp
Recently came here for lunch as a small company event, and overall was a great experience! Our table on the covered patio was a wonderful combination of sunny and breezy. Our server was friendly and attentive. Our pre-selected menu included the ahi poke and chicken sate as appetizers, and entree options were the mahi mahi tacos, black Angus burger, Thai zoodles, and cobb salad. All were enjoyed by my colleagues! I ordered the tacos and while they were good, they were a bit dry without a cream sauce in addition to the dollop of guacamole and side of salsa. The appetizers were really the standout to me, so I'd definitely come back on my own!
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Sarah P.

Yelp
Food: the crab cakes were fresh and light and came with a delicious sweet spicy slaw. Waygu cheeseburger was stacked and fresh. Service: quick, attentive and friendly. What more can you ask for? Ambiance: if you can sit on the balcony please do! Gorgeous water views.
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Mai W.

Yelp
Great location for views of the ocean and some killer sunset. It has a great outside patio with firepits for you to enjoy the views. Overall menu was pretty basic as it's part of a Hilton hotel. We ordered and the respective reviews. -Breadbasket with pesto dip (Bread was SUPER hard and stale, don't get) -Mussels (meh with hard bread) -Truffle tater tots (OK but nothing special) -Waygu Burger (best thing on the menu I would say) -Ahi Tuna (nice kick, but overall fish was pretty bland, and coconut rice was meh) -Lobster Roll (a lot of lobster and very tasty) I would only go back for the vibes/view. Food wasn't too impressive to come back for, but a nice ambiance.
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Sarah T.

Yelp
Ordered to go from here since we were staying at the hotel. The salmon dinner plate was good but very small portion. Hardly filling for the high price. It's convenient if you're staying at the hotel here to order from this place but it's very pricey.
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Brigitte R.

Yelp
We drove down to Carlsbad before deciding to move here and found this gem on our way down the coast. The service is friendly and attentive. The ambiance is wonderful. We had breakfast outside with our little dog and when we were finished with the delicious food, we moved over to the fireplace and enjoyed the view of the ocean. This was one of the factors that put us over the edge to make our move from the Bay Area to Carlsbad. We will put Chandler's on our list of favorites to visit often. Also, the hotel is amazing - beautiful and modern with the perfect beach atmosphere and vibe
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Matthew M.

Yelp
From start to finish it was very delicious. We dined in both nights of our stay at the hotel, and had Jose as our waiter, he was top notch, very good attitude! It is a beautiful restaurant very nice dining experience.. I would highly recommend the food, it had very nice presentation and even tasted better... we will definitely return for dinner soon, very friendly staff!
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Julia R.

Yelp
The thing I love most about this place is the beautiful ocean view. Very special place right on the coast. They have a great cocktail selection, and also have a really cool wine cellar. Butterfly margarita is fantastic! The menu has everything that you would expect a high end restaurant to have, some fine cuts of meat and fish. With that being said, nothing really stood out in the menu, just all of the classics, and they do the classics well. Service was okay. Our server was quirky, but very nice. The place was fairly empty when I had dinner, and there were still fairly long waits between the times that our server stopped by.
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Rebecca K.

Yelp
My husband and I stayed at the Hilton for two nights . This was the hotel where Chandler's restaurant is located. I went down to be seated at the restaurant and asked for outside seating. I went down prior to my husband. The young seating hosted told me they had no more outside seating. I told her there were plenty of tables outside. She refused to seat me outside. I had my husband call and he got seating right away. This was very offensive to me. I spoke to the manager about it after I ask the hosted to go get her manager so I could complain.

Phyllis P.

Yelp
We've enjoyed this restaurant multiple times over the years so I thought it high time I left a review. The short review: I love this place and if you've never tried it, please do! The longer review: Come for the view, stay for the food. OK a little cliched, I know but it's true. Chandler's sits right across the PCH from the ocean and the sunsets are spectacular! We love sitting on the patio with a beverage and some appies, soaking up the last of the sun's rays and watching the colors splash across the sky. It's magical. And to make it even better? The food. The macadamia nut-crusted calamari is so light and delicious. It's not at all greasy and the calamari is super tender. The beet salad is also a must try if you're a beet fan. It's the perfect size for two people to split, with perfectly ripe beets and not too much dressing. I could wax on and on about the menu, but suffice to say I've never had something I didn't enjoy immensely and if I wrote about everything here, you'd get bored and stop reading. So what about the wait staff? Very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. I felt like our waiter, Michael, very accurately described the items we asked him about from adult beverages to appetizers. He was attentive without being intrusive and our items came out quickly. He's great at his job and an asset to the restaurant and hotel. Thank you Michael for taking such great care of us! In a nutshell, if you're looking for a great date night restaurant or even just a. place with a great view, Chandler's doesn't disappoint on any level.
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Brenda C.

Yelp
We look forward to coming to Carlsbad solely to eat at this restaurant! The beet salad is superb and my husband LIVES for the filet. Jose made this experience especially enjoyable with his attentive nature, his engaging personality and his outstanding hospitality!! We are definitely fans and will be back!!

Timothy H.

Yelp
The restaurant is located in the Cape Rey Hilton and is very nice. There is outdoor seating with a view of the ocean. The service was good. We had the Furikake Crusted Bluefin Tuna and the Corvina Seabass. I wouldn't recommend the tuna. It was not fresh and tasted very fishy. The seabass was overcooked and had way too much pepper on it. Overall I would not recommend this restaurant. Too bad because it is a nice restaurant but the food is way below par. Oh and the valet service is great.
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Jessica Z.

Yelp
Food was good 3 out of 5, my steak lacked taste, the latter as well. My husband chilaquiles were dry. The service was good, the gentleman was attentive. The ambiance I absolutely loved and maybe will be back for dinner will see. Breakfast wasn't a fan.
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Ava M.

Yelp
My fiancé and I went here for a spontaneous date night. We got the ocean chilled plate and the cheese plate. It was lovely to sit on the patio with a view of the sunset over the Pacific. The seafood plate was wonderful and the first time I think I've ever commented on how delicious cold shrimp was. The cheese plate, however, left much to be desired. All of the cheese (with the exception of the blue cheese) was so mild to the point of almost tasteless. The accompanying foods did little to enhance or compliment the cheese, besides the fig jam. The service was wonderful. We even got a little science lesson about the marine layer. We never wanted for water refills and everything was delivered promptly.
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Tanya P.

Yelp
The ambiance is nice even in the dark All give this place that. The service was not bad, the waitress just bought us our food nothing more. Didn't ask about refills or if there was anything else we needed. The food is blah !! definitely nothing to brag about. There is nothing special about it. It's extremely overpriced for what you get. The Caesar Salad was a mess. Like who would serve a salad with whole leafs of lettuce , it's definitely not easy to eat. The salmon entree was so small and for 35 dollars it wasn't worth it. It had 4 green beans on a plate and a tablespoon of mashed potatoes The piece of salmon was smaller than a check book and overcooked, very disappointing. The clam chowder was like Campbells Soup but with more cream in it I will not be eating here again Definitely better places to go

Dana C.

Yelp
Stayed at the resort for a few days of celebrating my birthday. The facility was nice - modern and clean. We enjoyed HH at the bar. There was Tyler and another gentleman who was on his last day before starting a new career. THE DRINKS WERE GREAT!!!! (The food menu was tasty- but the lobster nachos are a bit skimpy....flavorful but definitely minimal). My excitement for the creativity in these bartenders prompted more to be made and enjoyed by my husband and I. The few locals and hotel guests that joined at the bar were also friendly. It was a vibe until 2 regulars on their 3rd or 4th bar stop came to take over all conversations with their 2 obnoxious old men from the muppets- type antics. Anyway as for cocktails- we had the lavender smoke n fizz, spicy martini, spicy margarita secret concoction an old fashioned and a coffee liquor (something 43) with espresso. All were very tasty!! The food was fine but nothing special.
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E G.

Yelp
Incredible views. Impeccable service. Delicious food. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal here last night. I added chicken to the spinach salad which made it perfect for dinner. (I wish they had more options on their dinner menu, but was glad they were willing to accommodate the addition.) I also included the sourdough boule with the pesto--warm sourdough can't be beat. Finished up with the crème brûlée which just needed a dollop of whipped cream to make it perfect--sadly it didn't come with that. Overall I would eat here again or might sit in the bar area to try the all day menu.
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Dennis H.

Yelp
More than disappointed about the food. I had the burger. The patty was clearly from a wholesaler. Tasteless. My aunt had the scallops. Same issue. Very disappointing for such a wonderfully located restaurant. Service was amazing but couldn't help the food . Shame
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Josephine L.

Yelp
I have separate reviews for the two times I dined here. The breakfast terrible. Ordered an avocado toast with a side of eggs. I asked for no pickles onions instead I got extra plus an inedible star anise. Eggs had no seasoning. And the toast was basically a salad. Dinner here is okay. I ordered the halibut special which came with coconut rice, Cauliflower purée, broccoli and a lemon cream sauce. Fish was over cooked at least the crust was crunchy. Not enough purée to balance out the dry fish and lack of contrast in seasoning. Lemon sauce didn't add much to the fish. The rice was slightly over cooked as well. The broccoli an afterthought steamed and drizzled with a balsamic glaze. Just not a composed dish. Dessert was mediocre. The shortbread cookie not short at all. Service was great though!
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Ro R.

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Drove down from L.A. Gorgeous ocean view! Located across the street from the beach, inside a hotel lobby. We sat outside because it's SoCal and of course it was a beautiful day! Our server was so sweet I think her name is Kelly from New Jersey. She was very attentive and personable. She gave us recommendations and chatted for a bit when it wasn't busy. Butterfly Margarita was delicious! Added a little Tajine as recommended by our server. I had a delicious angus burger. Cooked to perfection. The crab cakes were good, what I'd expect. We also had the tator tots, also good. My wife had the Cobb salad and said it was delicious. We did have an issue with the salad, but it was immediately rectified and the manager came out to address it and apologize. All things considered, we'll definitely go back when we're in the area.
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Jackie K.

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We came for the Thanksgiving Buffett. For $100/person it was disappointing. The prime rib was over cooked -no white meat turkey on the first pass -came back to check later and there was some. The mashed potatoes were dry and had no flavor. The stuffing was mushy and had no herbs or seasonings or anything crunchy like celery, the roasted Brussels sprouts and cauliflower were pure mush and inedible. Nothing green except salad. The staff were all Nice and the ambiance was good but the food (especially for the price) was not good and not worth it.
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Elisa G.

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I had a crazy night here and it was so much fun even though I'm not drinking anything other than water these days. I sat at the bar and met an interesting woman named Linda who seemed to be a regular but the bartender never saw her before tonight. She was introducing me to all the patrons and I shared my ciopinno with her since she didn't like her ceviche and sent it back. The food is not great by any stretch of the imagination but boy is it FUN here!! Would I come back and hang, yes! Would I eat the ciopinno again? Definitely not!! Loln 4 stars for Tyler the bartender and genuine enjoyment and great vibes!!

Colleen G.

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I was taken to Chandler's for my birthday dinner. My first time here. One of the best meals I've ever eaten! Being from the east coast the clam chowder was delicious the crab cake exquisite, the cheese board amazing! The filet mignon just melts in your mouth! The service was top notch. Friendly and attentive from the hostess, the bus people, the management and of course our server Jill! Kudos to the Chef and Sous Chefs as well! The ambiance was wonderful! The waterfront view to the live music that was just the right decimal and calming effect to complement the dining experience. I will definitely be returning with new guests to enjoy this experience! I would like to thank the entire staff and cooking crew! You are all amazing!
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Scottt G.

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I want to start off with a kudos to the bar staff at Chandler's as well as all the Hilton staff at Cape Rey. I must call out one Kool Ass Mother Fucker named Tyler. Not only was his service on point but his genuine human interaction was. In his words "they wish they could duplicate me" Indeed they wish they could. They should value what you bring to the organization. I spent 5 days in this hotel holding an event in the ballroom. Every interaction I had was extremely pleasurable. But that Mother Fucka Tyler..... I would go back, again and again, again and again to just talk with that dude. Great stories. Also wanted to call out Jayden working the night shift on 2/12/23. That guy understands customer service. Thank you for your help, understanding, and superb customer service
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Kevin L.

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Loved this place! Those who are giving it two stars for great food and poor service truly shouldn't be allowed to leave reviews. The kale Caesar salad was very good, though I would have liked the lettuce pieces cut smaller as we really looked uncoordinated trying to eat it. The short rib flatbread with the arugula on top was also great, but the shrimp nachos were out of this world! Their homemade Queso was incredible and the char and flavor on the shrimp was perfection. Not thinking that it could get better, we ordered the tiramisu. Excellent! Finished it off with a lemon drop and Frangelico with one giant cube and we headed back to our rooms to put on our onesie's and play cards. The food came out super fast and our server Jose was awesome! So ignore the naysayers and try this place out!
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Marija P.

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Great brunch menu, with delicious crab Benedict (no bread), and La Colombe coffee and smoothies options. They also had dog menu, so we ordered a healthy chicken salad for our little one. I was expecting more from the ambiance, seeing other photos online I was expecting stunning views of the ocean, but instead was faced with a lot of trailers, parked by the Ocean. Service was good and they had valet for five dollars.
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Maurice V.

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Good times by the water, service is good. Tried the chowder and salmon. Chowder was great but my salmon was okay. The Queens liked the scampi and my son enjoyed his Frites with chimichurrie. Drink list is cool so I had neat rye. Sit by the fire pit.