7 Best Fun Restaurants in Vista

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1. Benihana - Carlsbad, CA

3.5

Very Good(3922)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Carlsbad

Booked 70 times today

Benihana in Carlsbad is a fun place to dine, known for its communal tables and personal chefs performing the art of Teppanyaki. Customers rave about the entertaining chefs and the 'always good food'. It's a great spot for family and friends, with excellent food, service, and ambience consistently rated highly.

2. Blade 1936

4.4

Awesome(995)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oceanside

Booked 21 times today

Blade 1936 is a fun restaurant because of its unique setting, delicious Italian cuisine and warm ambiance. As one review put it, 'eating on an old newspaper office was really fun.' The restaurant offers a range of options to suit all tastes, including wood-fired pizza, fresh pastas, local seafood and steaks. Plus, you can enjoy your meal al fresco on the outdoor patio with your pet. The restaurant also has high ratings for its service, ambience, and food, making it a must-visit place.

3. The Space Pad

4.8

Exceptional(67)

Price: Moderate

• Speakeasy • Oceanside

Booked 9 times today

At The Space Pad expect to find cocktails with flavored smoke bubbles floating on top of your drink, cocktails that look like a lava lamp in your hand, change color as you drink, fruit suspensions, and spherified cocktails that you actually eat rather than drink, similar to giant boba pods each individually filled with cocktail ingredients that bursts with flavor and booze when you bite into it.Reservations offer a 90-minute experience. WALK-INS WELCOME - Reservations not available? We always set aside space to accommodate walk-ins, first come, first served. And before or after your experience at The Space Pad you're welcome to join us at Kilowatt Brewing for our award winning craft beers, hard seltzers, adult slushies, and a bite to eat!

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4. Topgolf Swing Suite at Park Hyatt Aviara

4.5

Awesome(59)

Price: Very Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Carlsbad

Booked 1 time today

Elevate your golf game. Combined with food, drink, and music, this immersive premium golf experience creates a relaxed atmosphere with an element of playful competition. Each Topgolf Swing Suite features a large digital screen for a variety of multisport games, as well as HDTVs.HOURS:12:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Sunday - Thursday$30 per person, per hour12:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Friday - Saturday$40 per person, per hour(Last reservation at 9:30 pm)

5. Fresco Grill

4.7

Exceptional(507)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bonsall

Booked 5 times today

Leone D'Arcangelo, Chef/Owner, welcomes you to Fresco Wine Bar and Grill. We are proud to present the community with an authentic and creative menu, made with the freshest and best ingredients. At Fresco Wine Bar and Grill we feature an award winning wine list, and a casual, yet sophisticated atmosphere. Located in the River Village shopping center, Leone invites you and your family to enjoy a wonderful dining experience. We are excited to introduce wine pairing dinners, cooking classes, Sunday brunch, and live weekly authentic Italian Music Night, in the near future. We are open daily for lunch and dinner. Stop in for one of our signature cocktails! Buon Appetito!

6. Ruby's Diner

4.5

Awesome(28)

Price: Moderate

• American • Carlsbad

Booked 4 times today

Come visit nostalgic Ruby's Diner Carlsbad for amazing burgers, fabulous shakes, and super breakfast. We are located near the family fun Legoland and next door to the world-renowned Carlsbad flower fields. Our 1940's location is family and pet friendly. We offer a place where mom and dad can relax while their little ones enjoy our motorized train that circles the restaurant while you dine. Come Shooby Dooby Down to Ruby's for your next family meal, first date, or shake craving.

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7. Dave & Buster's - Carlsbad

4.6

Exceptional(105)

Price: Moderate

• American • Carlsbad

Booked 7 times today

Dave & Buster's in Carlsbad is the place to be for a fun dining experience. With state-of-the-art games, mouth-watering menu items, and innovative drinks, it's a hit among customers. Reviews rave about the attentive service, great food, and the atmosphere perfect for watching games. Kids enjoy the games, and it's a great spot for birthday parties. The place is loved for its overall experience, ambience, food, and service.

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. Benihana - Carlsbad, CA

2. Blade 1936

3. The Space Pad

4. Topgolf Swing Suite at Park Hyatt Aviara

5. Fresco Grill

6. Ruby's Diner

7. Dave & Buster's - Carlsbad

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