Nick’s on State
California, American, Californian, Comfort Food
2742 State St, Carlsbad, CA, 92008-1628 | Phone: +1 (760) 696-3593
Restaurant Information
- Prices $$
- Reservation Reservations Suggested
- Location 0.8 mi w, then just n
- Parking Street only
- Cuisine California
- Hours
Lunch
Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Dinner
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
AAA Diamond Program
Trendy food skillfully presented in a remarkable setting.
Presentation, Ingredients, Preparation, Menu
Attentiveness, Knowledge, Style, Timeliness, Refinement
Style, Materials, Tables, Seating, Ambience, Comfort
AAA Diamond Inspector Notes
At the north end of Carlsbad Village, Nick's on State transforms a former antique mall into a striking, hangar-like space—anchored by a dramatic aircraft photo that sets the tone. The menu delivers elevated California comfort food with a twist, from seafood-rich cioppino to buttermilk fried chicken and spicy rigatoni. Start with the crisp, parmesan-dusted asparagus fries, a house favorite. Fish is filleted in-house daily for peak freshness, and the polished, attentive service ensures a seamless dining experience.
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