Nick's on State
Nick's on State is a top-notch restaurant located in Carlsbad, CA, offering a delightful fusion of Steakhouses, Seafood, and New American cuisine. This upscale establishment caters to a variety of dietary preferences, with vegan and vegetarian options available. The restaurant boasts a pleasant outdoor seating area, making it ideal for casual lunches, romantic dinners, or special occasions. The ambiance is classy and inviting, with a moderate noise level that allows for intimate conversations.
The reviews from satisfied customers speak volumes about the exceptional service and delectable food offerings at Nick's on State. From personalized birthday celebrations to anniversary dinners, patrons have been consistently impressed by the attention to detail and level of care provided by the staff. The menu features a range of appetizing dishes, such as Spicy Thai chicken salad, Pan Seared Sea Bass, Center Cut Filet, and Asparagus Fries.
One standout dish that receives rave reviews is the Butter Cake, a sweet indulgence that leaves a lasting impression on diners. The expertly crafted cocktails and extensive wine list further enhance the dining experience, allowing guests to pair their meals with the perfect beverage. The professional and attentive service, combined with the warm and inviting atmosphere, make Nick's on State a must-visit destination for those seeking an unforgettable dining experience.
Nick's on State Menu
Location
Address: 2742 State St Carlsbad, CA 92008
Phone: (760) 696-3593
Business info
- Takes ReservationsYes
- Vegan OptionsYes
- Many Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- Casual, Romantic, Classy, UpscaleYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- Casual DressYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good for Lunch, Dinner, DessertYes
- Street ParkingYes
- Waiter ServiceYes
- Full BarYes
- TVYes
- Wi-FiNo
- Dogs Not AllowedNo
- Provides reusable tablewareYes
Last Reviews
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Author: Anne M.
What a great lunch! I brought my mom here to celebrate her 78th birthday and she felt so special! Thank you to the staff for asking about the occasion when I made my reservation, for giving her a birthday card and little cake w a candle. She loved all of it! And I didn't even speak of your food yet... we both ordered the Spicy Thai chicken salad. It sounded so good that we were afraid we'd have envy of it if one of us ordered differently and ended up w an "ordinary" dish. It was presented so beautifully and it was super flavorful. We both enjoyed every morsel! We were impressed with your attention to detail. Thank you for heating our coffee cups so that they our coffee stayed warm until we finished the moist, tasty cake! Count on us returning:)
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Author: Steve M.
My wife and I celebrated our 17th wedding anniversary with Nick's and the experience was second to none. Once our waiter Sean, knew it was our anniversary, he truly went out of his way to make the evening special for us. Not only he, but the entire staff's attention to service and detail was truly top notch. Then there was the food. For starters, we ordered the Asparagus Fries accompanied with the Napa Old Fashion and the Espresso Martini. For the main dishes, we had the Pan Seared Sea Bass and the Center Cut Filet. Both were cooked perfectly! We wrapped up dinner with coffee and the Butter Cake which was outstanding! If you are looking for a special night out, I'd place Nick's at the top of you list.
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Author: Brandon F.
Great food, handcrafted cocktails, and good service. I would highly recommend stopping in for a nice dinner. Walking distance from the beach.
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Author: Hanaah F.
First time here. We didn't make a reservation as it was a weekday and a bit earlier than the dinner rush (around 4:15p). Street parking is available around the restaurant. I'm sure parking is more difficult on the weekends however. We walked over to the restaurant, and the entrance is to your left, where you'll have to walk to the left side of their patio dining area (facing the restaurant). We asked for the wait time for a party of 4, and they were able to seat us right away. Wasn't too busy overall, but it did pick up a bit past 5pm. Staff greeted us and took our drink orders first. Our server was prompt and took our drink orders and meal orders, including starters. The drinks were served pretty quick. They were pretty good non-alcoholic beverages. The starters came out thereafter, but surprisingly, the portions were smaller than I thought. We ordered the tuna tartare and asparagus fries, which were good. The tuna sashimi was well-seasoned. Asparagus fries- there are 6 of them per order. For entreé items, we ordered the chicken piccata, cioppino, aged sirloin, and chilean sea bass. The cioppino wasn't salty here, which was a plus. It was pretty delicious. The other dishes were also pretty good, all well-seasoned. The portions were also fair. Overall, good service here. However, I do think they should be quicker about serving their main entreés. We waited about 50min for our entreés, even though it didn't seem as busy. It seemed like a few other tables were also waiting. Regardless, it was just way too long. Our server actually swung by to inform us that he will check on our orders with their kitchen staff. Then a minute later, I believe one of the managers stopped by to apologize for the delay and asked us if we'd like anything else while we wait. We respectfully declined as we wanted to save room for our entreés. Then we were served our items a little over an hour... at the end of our meal, our server asked if we'd like to enjoy a complimentary dessert, free of charge, due to the long wait. We were too full to jump on that offer. I thought this was professionally handled, so it did not make me upset or anything. They acknowledged there was a problem without being prompted, and wanted to make things right. Thus, the 4 stars overall.