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Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse, Carlsbad, CA

Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse

4.7
4.7
4079 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Vigilucci's Seafood and Steakhouse offers authentic Northern Italian cuisine. The location sits across from the Pacific on the historic 101 and has one of the best views in San Diego.
Open seven days a week. Signature dishes include Caprese salad with bufallo mozzarella and Heirloom tomatoes, made from scratch stuffed pastas, Cioppino, prime steaks, fresh seafood including a warm or cold fresh seafood tower with oysters, clams, mussels, crab, lobster and jumbo prawn. (items may vary )
Private Wine Cellar room available for private parties.

For off-site events and parties contact Cater@Vigiluccis.com
Catering to the most discerning palates for over 25 years.
Vigilucci’s catering team can custom create a unique and memorable menu for celebrating life’s special occasions.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 59 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 434-2580
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Dana Sills
  • Catering
    Yes Vigilucci's Restaurant Group Caters to large and small events. <br />Contact Cater@Vigiluccis.com to begin customizing your event menu and get more details. Vigilucci's has been catering to the most discerning palates for close to 25 years. <br />For menus visit our website.
  • Private party facilities
    Vigilucci's offers dining in diverse atmospheres to suit every occasion, with private dining offering stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Email Events@vigiluccis.com to book. For off-site events and parties contact Cater@Vigiluccis.com Catering to the most discerning palates for over 25 years
  • Private party contact
    Event manager: (760) 576-8947
  • Neighbourhood
    Carlsbad
  • Cross Street
    Tamarack Ave.
  • Parking Details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,079 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North San Diego

    Italian

4,079 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent service. Our waiter was well informed on menu items. We never felt rushed, yet attended to. Cocktails and wine arrived without a long wait. Seafood was fresh and tasted good.

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  2. ConstanceE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were seated as soon as we arrived at a lovely table. Our waiter was pleasant & attentive. It was overall a perfect birthday dinner.

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  3. Frank

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. My request for sunset seating was ignored.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We went at noon and valet was $9. The steak was amazing, but expensive, and the pasta was also pretty dang good. The creme brulee was to die for!

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  5. curtis

    San Francisco

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time visit. Great experience from the valet parking to the outstanding service by the restaurant staff. The drinks, food and desert were amazing. Will return for sure.

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  6. VincenzoM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The White Sea Bass was more than 2 inches thick and about as good as it gets anywhere. The scallops were also delicious and the service had everthing completely under control. The dinner was not cheap, nor was it designed to be.

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  7. AnthonyM

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, fantastic service - always such a joy to celebrate any occasion, even if that is just “Wednesday”.

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  8. SedrickSherice

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The creme brulee is the best dessert. My husband had the Affrgato and espresso. The risotto and the truffle french fries are phenomenal. Please sit outside if you can, the ocean view is breathtaking. The proof is in the pictures. This beautiful beach front restaurant is spectacular and stunning inside. Professional hosts, servers,and the food,THE FOOD IS WHAT YOU'LL COME BACK FOR. 9/16/2023 our 6 year wedding anniversary we shared an excellent meal together and created a memory.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. kevins

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite places for dinner great seafood, great view nice people

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  10. WilmaA

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Asked for a window table a week in advance for our anniversary and was out in the middle of the restaurant. I ordered Sam encrusted with Macadamias and sent it back because it was RAW. Brought a new one. No apology from manager. Food quality does not reflect the over inflated prices. We will not return.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve been here several times - special occasions, birthdays, business dinners, etc. - fantastic every time - never disappoints!

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  12. ElaineD

    San Francisco

    138 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    138 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Way too expensive for what you get. “Burrata” on a Caprese salad was dry, not creamy. $58 for seafood risotto is ridiculous. $17 for a la cart baked potato? Tables SO crammed in, difficult to get to restroom. Raised the blinds during our dinner, causing blinding light to hit us. I very nicely asked that it be lowered again. Hostess just looked at me and said “so”. Manager said it was because people want to see the sunset. Well we just want to SEE anything. They lowered it a little bit but I was disappointed at the attitude. Our server was very nice. Been going there for years on our yearly trip here but there are too many options in Carlsbad now

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  13. rangers75

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall1food2service4ambience3
    so over priced do not like we never returned from the East Coast and there’s restaurants I blow away the food at this restaurant

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  14. NickP

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a treat to dine here. Menus are creative !

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  15. SurfCat15

    San Diego

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    We love this place. Food was Awesome, Service was Great. It was our Anniversary but we were placed out side and next to the Neighbors who were on their Balcony looking down on us and made it less of our normal past experiences. Seems like you doubled your prices that made me feel like the value was less for how much was charged to us.

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  16. Staceyv

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We've had another fantastic dining experience at Vigilucci's! The seafood tower was on point, and we had an amazing view from the patio and excellent service. We love this place so much and will continue celebrating our life milestones here, as they always make it special.

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  17. JohnC

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic restaurant with excellent food, great menu, outstanding service, and amazing views of the Pacific! Definitely looking forward to another visit! 😃

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  18. HerbertS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    GREAT food and staff were extremely quick in ensuring our needs were met.

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  19. MikeM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The venue is outstanding so close to the ocean with great sunset views. The service was very good as was the food!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is not only amazing due to their location, but for so manny more reasons. I suggest trying the Tiramisu cake it was delicious the best I’ve had in San Diego.

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  21. bizman

    San Diego

    66 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Always a great experience. Food, service and view are wonderful.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    From starting with Happy Hour & following with main course it was a fantastic experience! We will definitely go back!

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  23. Linda

    San Diego

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated my husband’s 75th birthday and it was a memorable evening. From the moment we arrived we were treated to a very special experience. Our server, Lindsey, was fabulous and the food outstanding. We look forward to visiting again soon.

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  24. KevinS

    Sacramento

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambiance, service and food, but pricey. Nonetheless I keep coming back.

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  25. CMeyer

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience. Service and food was excellent

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  26. WineNDine

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great restaurant, a bit over priced on the menu items. Food and service was excellent.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, service, ambiance was excellent! Looking forward to bringing back my family and this time friends.

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  28. WJC4

    Philadelphia

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was very good especially the pasta. Steak was good but a bit pricey.

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  29. joeD

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great! The view and food are amazing and the staff is wonderful. Cheryl behind the bar is a true N.County gem and Troy always has a good recommendation when needed! I'll be back! Joe

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great server, made my birthday very special and the pasta was great!

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  31. SIW713

    San Diego

    122 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    122 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the pleasure of recently dining here for a second time. The staff are amazing, location and ocean views are breathtaking and the food is spectacular. Highly recommend the beef tartar as a starter as well as the chicken parm. We enjoyed the chocolate lava cake for dessert....sinfully rich.

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  32. JohnP

    San Diego

    36 reviews

    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    I forgot how noisy PCH can be, Load cars and Motorcycles enhanced for extra noise...a little annoying, but love the place regardless.

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  33. Mick

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Food is great but seams quite expensive compared with restaurants in the same class in a range of 50 mile

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    We all thought that the main meals were not the same as our past experiences at the restaurant. The calamari/shrimp appetizer always good! The guys got angelhair pasta with clams-tasteless. My girlfriend got the penne all’s vodka and loved it. I got the sea bass special. It just had a weird taste??? The polenta did too??? Don’t know what happened. We have always looked forward to our dinner there every season.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience2
    Overpriced for subpar service and average food. Absolutely no ambiance for the forgotten section aka parking lot.

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  36. Jorte

    Orange County

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A bit expensive but worth it for a nice night out (our anniversary). Our waiter Andrea was attentive to every detail so we had fantastic service (from a real Italian at an Italian restaurant). The oysters were fresh and flavorful. My seared tuna was wonderful, on a bed of berry flavored rice, unique but delicious. My wife's chicken parmesan was delicious and huge, she brought 2/3 of it home. The cannoli was delightful and the lemon sorbet was as well. I rarely give 5-stars but this is well deserved. Did I mention the sunset over the water (bonus)!

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  37. WilliamJ

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always eat at Vigilucci’s when in Carlsbad. Good food. Good service.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! In many years of using OpenTable, this is the first time I am sitting down to give a review. Wow - what a fabulous experience. The exceptional food, the large portion sizes, the delicious wine, the on-point service, the beautiful view… it was a highlight of our trip! It is expensive but at least in this case, you get what you pay for!!

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  39. BillR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A fly was bussing us the whole meal. My wife caught him in water glass! Bus boy disposed this fly!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We like the ostras and Ahi tuna also. Everything was fresh and very tasty! Recommended!!

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Safety precautions

  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks

FAQs

Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse is rated 4.7 stars by 4079 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 59 times today
Google Map for Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse

3878 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Tamarack Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Carlsbad
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Parking Details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dana Sills
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 434-2580
  • Catering
    Yes Vigilucci's Restaurant Group Caters to large and small events. <br />Contact Cater@Vigiluccis.com to begin customizing your event menu and get more details. Vigilucci's has been catering to the most discerning palates for close to 25 years. <br />For menus visit our website.
  • Private party facilities
    Vigilucci's offers dining in diverse atmospheres to suit every occasion, with private dining offering stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Email Events@vigiluccis.com to book. For off-site events and parties contact Cater@Vigiluccis.com Catering to the most discerning palates for over 25 years
  • Private party contact
    Event manager: (760) 576-8947
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