After eating at a random Italian restaurant in Carlsbad on Friday night that turned out to be average, we decided to really research our best bet for Saturday in Carlsbad. The town itself is a great little PCH destination. Waterfront is closeby and lots of restaurants to choose from. Based on recommendations on TripAdvisor and elsewhere, we had high expectations... More

We ventured into Carlsbad village to have a place to have dinner, instead of eating at very expensive restaurant at our hotel. Their menu is all seafood served grilled. We ordered butterfish and it came served with a side of potato w/ cheese (really good) and steam vegetables (ehh). The fish portion was average, but did not really taste buttery... More

This is the place to come for fish around Carlsbad. Well prepared and generous portions of fresh fish. However if there are non-fish eaters in your group, think twice. Very limited options for those that prefer land based protein. No chicken, beef or other traditional grazers. If they don't want ziti tossed with oil and garlic or grilled cheese, drop... More

We are only rating the market as we had a condo and did our own cooking. Unless you want to travel to San Diego to purchase fresh seafood The Fish House Vera Cruz is very close by and good. We purchased fresh halibut at a reasonable price hopped on the Coaster and dined on our patio over looking the ocean.... More

This facility is both a seafood restaurant and a seafood retail store. The menu is extensive but a bit overpriced, while the wine list is very reasonably priced. Service was excellent, specifically our server Rachel was unusually gracious. My wife said her halibut was very tasty, while my mahi mahi had no taste at all. Confucius said, "the best fish... More

We've been eating at Fish House VC since it opened back in the 80's. They have a formula that has worked over the years offering quality seafood, with yummy rice and coleslaw. Sometimes we just go there for appitizers and salad. Great fish tacos at lunch too.

This restaurant is a favorite of mine in Carlsbad. It has consistently high quality fresh fish and other seafood, a wide selection, and reasonable prices. As the title states, the sourdough rolls they bring you make my mouth water every time I think about them. Also for the side dishes, the coleslaw cannot be beat! It is a great family... More

We went on a Friday and there was a long wait. We found out that they don't take reservations but you can call ahead - call ahead. The fish was cooked perfectly, the salad was fresh and the vegetables weren't overcooked. The waitstaff was good and they were patient with a 2.5 year old. It's a very casual atmosphere. Two... More

This place has tons of fish dinners. It is not cheap and not fancy but the selection is amazing and the fish is fresh. The service is friendly, efficient and fast. A bit of a family diner type restaurant.