Top Carlsbad Dining Experiences

Set sail from Oceanside during a whale watching excursion led by a certified naturalist guide. Board a comfortable 50-foot (15-meter) catamaran with covered areas for seating and cruise along San Diego’s coastline to spot whales and other marine life, getting as close as possible without disturbing them. Plus, choose from multiple departures to easily fit this whale watching tour into your schedule.

Discover the vibrant taco scene of Carlsbad Village on this fun Taco Tuesday Walking Food Tour. Explore four unique tasting locations, savoring everything from traditional al pastor to coastal specialty tacos. As you stroll through the picturesque village, knowledgeable local guides share the history of the area and insights about each restaurant. This tour is perfect for locals and visitors alike, offering exclusive Taco Tuesday pricing and the option to enhance your experience with margaritas or craft beer. Join in for a delightful evening of tacos and local flavors. - Guided tour through Carlsbad Village, focusing on taco tastings - Four curated taco stops, featuring local favorites and specialties - Optional margarita or craft beer available at select locations - Easy walking distance, every Tuesday from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Savor the distinctive flavors of Carlsbad Village with a food and walking tour of the scenic seaside gem. Get an insider’s look at the culinary scene, local history, and landmarks as you explore with knowledgeable guides and enjoy five gourmet tastings. Sample luscious desserts, including gelato, and unique specialty foods, and season your experience with behind-the-scenes stories about Carlsbad Village’s vibrant gourmet culture, hippest restaurants, and cutting-edge artisanal products.

Making authentic Neapolitan pizza is far more satisfying than arguing over which toppings to order. In this interactive cooking class with Chef Ben, you'll discover how a handful of simple ingredients can become an incredible homemade pizza using traditional Italian techniques. Chef Ben's friendly teaching style makes the process fun whether you've never made dough before or you're ready to perfect your pizza game. You'll learn how to prepare, knead and stretch fresh pizza dough by hand before building a classic Neapolitan-style pizza with carefully selected toppings. Along the way, Chef Ben shares professional tips on dough texture, shaping techniques and baking methods that create the signature light crust with beautifully blistered edges. Every step is hands-on, approachable and designed to give you the confidence to recreate authentic pizza from scratch whenever the craving strikes.

Good news: pad Thai is not nearly as complicated as your takeout habit has led you to believe. Better news: Chef Krong is about to prove it in the most delicious way possible. In this fun, beginner-friendly cooking class you will learn to make Thailand's national dish from scratch, the whole thing, start to finish, with rice noodles, tofu, bean sprouts, cilantro and lime coming together into something that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did. Chef Krong walks you through every step with the kind of enthusiasm that makes you wonder why you waited this long to learn. By the time you plate up your finished pad Thai you will be equal parts proud, full and slightly annoyed at every mediocre takeout order you ever settled for. San Diego deserves better. So do you.