Norte Mexican Food & Cocktail

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3003 Carlsbad Blvd
Carlsbad, CA 92008
+1 (760) 729-0903
http://norterestaurant.com
Norte Mexican Food & Cocktail is a Mexican restaurant located close to the Pacific Ocean in Carlsbad, Calif. With colorful decor, talented mariachis and traditional Mexican specialties, Norte provides a fiesta atmosphere for its diners. The pueblo-style architecture provides a Southwestern ambience. The indoors is covered with decorative tile, Southwestern paintings and pottery, while the outside patio offers umbrella-topped tables among cactus plants. The cuisine is primarily Mexican, featuring dishes like Carne Asada (served with guacamole, salsa frescale and tortillas) or cheese or shrimp/chicken enchiladas with sour cream on the side. The restaurant has a full bar with margaritas. The chips and salsa are a Norte specialty.

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3.01,516 reviews
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Laura M.
11/12/2025

We always make a stop at Norte whenever we're in Carlsbad since we stay right next door at the Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort, it's just too convenient not to. The location couldn't be better, and we...

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G P.
11/6/2025

First time visit.. Sat outside around 6pm. Restaurant was busy and we were sat outside quickly. Numerous firepits/heaters in the patio area. We ordered chicken flautas and beef fajitas. Flautas...

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Paul P.
11/2/2025

Promptly seated at this nice little Mexican restaurant by a friendly hostess who asked if we'd prefer inside or outside seating. We chose to sit outside as it was a beautiful day. 5/5 stars As...

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Kelsey S.
10/17/2025

I would love to give this more stars but it's just average Mexican food. I would come back for the margaritas and chips of course. The food is just so so. I ordered a beef enchilada with green...

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Emma B.
7/30/2025

Surprised to see the negative reviews, my husband and I ate here twice while we were staying by the coast (we live in San Diego, just a staycation) and had a great experience! It's been a favorite...

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