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05/22/2026
The night’s not over yet ✨Meet us for one last round at Black Rail. Last Hour Happy Hour now every Friday + Saturday night starting at 9 PM 🍸
Late-night cocktails, shareable bites, and the perfect excuse to stay out a little longer.
Featured here:
-Black Rail Sangria
-Lamb Meatballs
- The El Camino
Plus much more on our happy hour menu. We’ll see you tonight 🌙
05/22/2026
Happy Memorial Day Weekend.
The unofficial start of summer is here, set to cocktails, dinner, and two evenings of live music with Jenessa Noland and Adam Wolff.
Saturday, 5/23: Jenessa Noland
Sunday, 5/24: Adam Wolff
Reservations recommended.
05/20/2026
Our seasonal mango cheesecake reflects the quiet care behind our desserts, featuring farm to table ingredients, ripe mango, Chantilly cream, fresh mint, mango coulis, and a delicate crumble. Bright, refined, and thoughtfully finished.
05/16/2026
A richer table for the weekend.
Tenderloin fusilli with broccolini, red peppers, shallots, parmesan, and a creamy veal sauce.
Pair it with Chalk Hill Pinot Noir, or finish with mango cheesecake and blood orange sorbet.
Tonight, Saturday, May 16, John Opferkuch + Ian Harland Duo join us from 6:30–8:30 PM.
Tomorrow, Sunday, May 17, E.S.P. Jazz Collective performs from 6–8 PM.
Dinner, wine, and live jazz for the weekend.
Reservations recommended.
05/15/2026
Stepping into the weekend with live jazz.
Saturday, May 16
John Opferkuch + Ian Harland Duo
6:30–8:30 PM
Sunday, May 17
E.S.P. Jazz Collective
6–8 PM
Dinner, cocktails, and a weekend set to jazz.
05/13/2026
Golden butter cake
seasonal berries, chantilly cream
Our dessert selection shifts with the season, bringing a lighter, ingredient-driven approach to the end of the table.
A softer finish after dinner, made for a glass of bubbles and something sweet.
05/09/2026
The table is set for Saturday.
A chilled martini, live jazz with Michael Till, and tonight’s special from Chef Moises: wild-caught Costa Rican swordfish with roasted sunchokes, artichokes, shallots, spinach, and caper beurre blanc.
Reservations recommended.
05/08/2026
The weekend arrives with music.
Saturday, May 9, Michael Till joins us for an evening of live jazz.
On Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10, Jenessa Noland featuring Ben Gottesman performs from 5–7 PM.
Dinner, jazz, and a Sunday beautifully set.
Reservations highly recommended.
05/06/2026
Moroccan braised lamb meatballs, one of our most beloved entrée plates.
Made with fine lamb, harissa, gluten-free panko, feta, braised pepper sauce, herbed basmati rice, mint salad, and olives, it’s warm, generous, and full of layered flavor.
A house favorite Chef Moises is especially proud of, beautifully paired with the Thacher “Constant Variable” Rhône Blend from Paso Robles.
Address
6981 El Camino Real
Carlsbad, CA
92009
To get to the restaurant at El Camino Real in Carlsbad via public transport, you can take the bus that stops at the nearby station. Alternatively, if you're driving, follow the route along El Camino Real until you reach your destination. Parking is available near the establishment but may be limited depending on the time of day or day of the week.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
4pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
4pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
4pm - 9pm |
| Friday |
4pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
4pm - 10pm |
| Sunday |
4pm - 9pm |
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What people say
Black Rail Kitchen + Bar is a must-visit restaurant located on El Camino Real in Carlsbad. This restaurant offers a unique dining experience with its Southern California cuisine, craft cocktails, boutique wines, and local craft beers. The ambiance of the restaurant is cozy and welcoming, making it perfect for any occasion.
One of the most exciting events at Black Rail Kitchen + Bar is Mystery Wine Wednesday during the month of May. Guests can enjoy a delicious mystery bottle of wine carefully selected by the in-house sommelier that will be revealed at the table! Additionally, Tuesdays just got happier at Black Rail Kitchen + Bar with all night happy hour restaurant-wide.
For special occasions like Mother's Day or a 5-course pairing dinner with Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard, Black Rail Kitchen + Bar has got you covered. Their chef Moises Hernandez curates a tasting menu that pairs perfectly with their selection of wines and cocktails.
Black Rail Kitchen + Bar has also been nominated for The Best of North County in multiple categories including Best Bar, Date Nite, Outdoor Dining, and Specialty Cocktails. This recognition speaks to the quality of their food and drinks as well as their exceptional service.
Overall, Black Rail Kitchen + Bar is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Carlsbad.
