Dini's By The Sea in California

"Found this place on our walk and had a late lunch. Everyone was nice and welcoming. I had the Salmon BLT and it tasted delicious. Salmon was piping hot, and very tender and moist."

"This place is one of my favorites for happy hour, especially when the weather is as perfect as it often is. Nothing beats a good HH menu with drinks that match, while you stare at the sun setting into the blue Pacific. NOTHING!!! Add to that, consistently GOOD service, very tasty food at reasonable prices, and a friendly crowd - always. There is free covered parking available, and the surrounding neighborhood is a pleasant walk if you have to park elsewhere. If I lived in the area, I would probably stumble in here daily. I have become hooked on their HH flatbread, the best I think I've ever had. Although I've never eaten there, they do have a very nice indoor restaurant too, I just prefer the bar with a view!"

"We found this place on a whim, looking for a late lunch. The happy hour prices were fantastic. We had a burger, crab cakes, French fries and onion rings, the food was so good and our server, Spicy Mike, was great! We will definitely be back if we are ever back in the area."

"Just a perfect place for a low key Sunday Brunch to gaze across the road and get lost in the waves of the Ocean. Good food good portions clean inside outside and counter seating."

"Coral was our server. She was especially helpful and provided suggestions on requests we had. Food was very good. Onion rings were nice and crispy. Salmon was excellent. Service was superb. Highly recommend Dini’s By the Sea."

"I wanted to eat with an ocean view with my 7 year old. I was happy they had some of his favorites. He had cheese pizza and chicken strips! Of course food for the next day, but when he's happy, I'm happy. I loved the crab cakes and house salad. The clam chowder was ok. I like more of a creamy flavor than a citrus one, but it was edible and not gritty. =) The waiter Elijah was very attentive and the place was cleaned while you ate. The busboy would not let a used plate sit long if you were done. =) They even welcomed digs if you had them. We will definitely be back."

"Food service stopped at 10 or so which we did not know. Our server was very gracious and friendly when she let us know. The food was fresh and tasty. Calamari strips were good, breakfast was good and the sandwich we had, the reuben, also good. Really thick bread on the reuben! The parmesan truffle fries were quite tasty, as well. We did not get drinks. The bar seemed full of happy people and employees were all really friendly. Nice vibe"

"This oceanfront gem in Carlsbad is an absolute delight! Grab a seat on the open-air patio, where the sea breeze brushes against your skin and the warm sunshine wraps around you—the ocean view is simply breathtaking. Must-try dishes: • The fresh oysters are plump, sweet, and bursting with briny juice. • The crab cakes are crispy on the outside and tender inside, packed with generous chunks of crab meat. • Don’t miss the Clam Chowder Bread Bowl: the rich, creamy chowder with savory clam pieces is served in a warm bread bowl, making every spoonful comforting and delicious. Drink highlight: The Iconic Iguana cocktail is a winner—its eye-catching presentation matches its fantastic taste. Score big during Happy Hour (4–7 pm) when all drinks and seafood appetizers are 50% off! Pet owners, this spot is for you—fur babies are welcome on the patio, and the friendly staff will even bring out a water bowl for them. Plus, there’s a dedicated parking garage right behind the restaurant, so you won’t have to stress about finding a spot. Whether it’s a girls’ catch-up, a family gathering, or a romantic date, this place fits the bill perfectly. The relaxed vibe makes you want to slow down, savor the moment, and soak in the beautiful coastal scener"