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264 Fresco

Closed · 11:30 AM-9 PM ★ 4.40 (2444) Updated October 2026 Carlsbad, CA

About 264 Fresco in Carlsbad

264 Fresco is an Italian restaurant located at 264 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008, United States. Its menu features wood-fired Italian dishes served in a bright, elegant setting accented with stylish, homey details.

Guests can choose from indoor dining, outdoor seating, rooftop seating, and a patio, creating a comfortable backdrop for a relaxed meal, a romantic evening, casual dining, or a more upmarket experience.

With a fireplace, a bar on site, table service, Wi-Fi, and free Wi-Fi, 264 Fresco offers an inviting setting for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, catering, and solo dining.

The restaurant provides a broad selection of food and drinks, including comfort food, healthy options, beer, cocktails, coffee, happy-hour drinks, and happy-hour food. Guests can also enjoy a great beer selection, great cocktails, a great dessert offering, and a great wine list, along with local specialties.

Fast service adds convenience, while the range of dining options makes it easy to enjoy a meal in the way that suits you best. 264 Fresco offers dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, kerbside pickup, outdoor seating, and on-site services, giving customers flexibility whether they are planning a full dining experience or taking their meal to go.

Accessibility is supported through a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. The restaurant accepts reservations, with brunch and dinner reservations recommended, and welcomes payment by credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Rated 4.40 out of 5 based on 2,444 customer reviews, 264 Fresco is a well-regarded choice for Italian dining in Carlsbad.

For reservations or additional information, call +1 760-720-3737.

★★★★☆ 4.40 rating (2444 reviews)
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264 Fresco interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

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Rob Andrews

Rob Andrews

month ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Visiting Carlsbad for the first time and we stopped in for lunch. Our server Erin was amazing - so friendly and attentive. We both got salads - they were large and absolutely delicious - made for a perfect meal. Decided to make reservations for dinner the next night and Devon was our server. He was hilarious, helpful and attentive. We had the spaghetti carbonara and rigatoni Alla Norma (with added meatballs). Everything was fresh and scrumptious - seasoned perfectly. Oh, and the wine selection is terrific! Made us want to come back again!!

Nichole Gray

Nichole Gray

month ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Had an amazing experience this Saturday with Jen on the rooftop! She was so sweet and made our time lovely. Drinks were also super good and bruschetta is 10/10.

Matt Ebersold

Matt Ebersold

6 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

We had such a great dinner at 264! Sophia was amazing server and very attentive. She had grea menu recommendations and had great conversation. The food came out promptly and everything was delicious. We will definitely go back soon!

Marshall Ensley

Marshall Ensley

3 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

We had a great time! This was our first time eating here (because we’re from Texas) and it was perfect for what we needed. We had a little “happy hour” with cocktails and apps meeting with our partner from Carlsbad. Being only couple blocks from the beach made for a nice after dinner walk. The service was outstanding. The cocktails were delicious. 100% recommend this spot. -Urgent Eyecare

marjon farz

marjon farz

5 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

My parents and uncle and family were visiting from OC so Carlsbad was a perfect middle ground for us to meet up. We stumbled upon this cute place for dinner. They have open seating on there up stairs terrace With heaters period there is casual couch seating or high tops if you want more traditional Restaurant tables period There's also a bar if you just want to grab drinks and chill. We ordered a few of their woodfire pizzas, which were delicious and dough tasted fresh. My mom ordered the ravioli which she raved about the fresh tomatoes in the pasta sauce. It's a cute spot and great service If you are Carlsbad and looking for Italian food.

Tammy Oneil

Tammy Oneil

4 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rooftop has a view and seat yourself bar & tables with firepits? There were flames👍 Service, drinks and food are excellent. I has the rigatoni with vodka sauce & added shrimp. I licked the bowl clean. Not a place for kids IMO. Definitely a date or friends and a small adult group to dine. Mad shout out to Juliana, Dylan & Jen #topnotch I will be back really soon. Highly recommend ♥️⭐👍

Jacquie Lupro

Jacquie Lupro

7 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

We stopped into 264 Fresco for a quick snack and pizza and tried the Passion Orange Guava JuneShine hard kombucha on tap. I swear JuneShine tastes way better on tap than in the can. It happened to be really quiet when we went because of the holiday and the wind and rain, but I’ve walked by before when this place was absolutely popping, so I know we just caught an off moment. The pizza was good and the service was great. It ended up being a perfect casual stop to warm up and grab a bite.

Irina Ovchinnikov

Irina Ovchinnikov

3 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

As a wedding and event photographer, I've had the opportunity to work at many venues throughout Southern California, and 264 Fresco Italian Restaurant & Event Venue truly stands out. I recently photographed a rehearsal dinner there, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. The venue itself is beautiful, offering an elegant yet welcoming atmosphere that photographs wonderfully. Every detail was thoughtfully presented, creating the perfect setting for a memorable celebration. The food was outstanding—beautifully plated, full of flavor, and consistently impressive throughout the evening. Just as noteworthy was the service. The staff was professional, attentive, and genuinely dedicated to ensuring every guest felt cared for. Their attention to detail and seamless coordination helped the event flow effortlessly. From a photographer's perspective, it's always a pleasure working in a venue where the team is organized, accommodating, and focused on creating an excellent experience for their clients. 264 Fresco delivers on all fronts. I would highly recommend it for rehearsal dinners, weddings, private events, and special celebrations. I look forward to photographing many more events there in the future.

Madison Sawyer

Madison Sawyer

2 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

264 Fresco in Carlsbad is a wonderful place to enjoy a delicious meal in a welcoming atmosphere. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely welcome. Every employee we interacted with was kind, attentive, and always nearby if we needed anything, without ever making us feel rushed. The service really stood out and made the entire dining experience even more enjoyable. We had about a 30-minute wait for a table for two, which honestly wasn’t bad at all considering how popular the restaurant is and how much there is to do in the surrounding Carlsbad Village area. We spent the time walking around the nearby shops, making the wait go by quickly. The food was absolutely delicious from start to finish. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. Every bite was satisfying, and you can tell the kitchen takes pride in the quality of their dishes. It’s the kind of meal that leaves you looking forward to coming back and trying something new. The ambiance was another highlight. The restaurant is beautifully maintained, very clean, and has a warm, inviting feel that makes it perfect for anything from a casual lunch to a date night. The combination of excellent food, friendly staff, and a comfortable atmosphere made this an outstanding experience. If you’re looking for a great restaurant in Carlsbad with consistently great service and delicious food, 264 Fresco is definitely worth a visit. We’ll absolutely be returning in the future!

Gal Geo Frank

Gal Geo Frank

2 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

What an incredible experience at 264 Fresco in Carlsbad! 💎💎💎💎💎 5 diamond we will give to that place, not five stars The food was absolutely top notch. Easily some of the best quality food we’ve had in a long time. The crispy artichoke was unbelievably good, the watermelon salad was fresh and packed with flavor, the beef carpaccio was outstanding, and the sea bass was cooked to perfection. Every single bite was a 10/10. And then there was Kylie… somehow she managed to outshine even the incredible food! 😂 She was warm, attentive, genuinely friendly, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. Her service was exceptional and made an already amazing dinner even better. If you’re in Carlsbad, do yourself a favor and eat at 264 Fresco. Ask for Kylie if you can. You won’t be disappointed. We’ll definitely be back!

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Kerbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Fireplace
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Rooftop seating
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Private dining room
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Valet parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

264 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad

Reservations

+1 760-720-3737

Hours

Closed · Thursday 11:30 AM-9 PM
Friday 11:30 AM-9:30 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM-9:30 PM
Sunday 10:30 AM-9 PM
Monday 11:30 AM-9 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM-9 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM-9 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM-9 PM
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