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Welcome to Campus Cafe

Welcome to Campus Cafe, a hidden gem nestled in a Carlsbad business park. Family-owned and focused on quality, we pride ourselves on delivering delicious deli sandwiches and daily specials that showcase a variety of flavors. Customers rave about our generous portion sizes and the vibrant, welcoming ambiance, complete with a tranquil koi pond. Our friendly staff is dedicated to creating a memorable dining experience, often going the extra mile for our guests. From hearty pastrami sandwiches to flavorful Asian-inspired dishes, every meal is crafted with care, ensuring you always leave satisfied. Discover the warmth and taste that keeps diners returning!

LOCATIONS

Welcome to Campus Cafe, a delightful hidden gem nestled in the heart of Carlsbad, California. Located conveniently at 5966 La Place Ct #150, this family-owned establishment specializes in cafes, delis, and sandwiches. As soon as you step inside, you will experience a warm, welcoming atmosphere, complemented by the friendly smiles of the staff who prioritize customer service with a personal touch.

At Campus Cafe, food takes center stage. Patrons rave about the quality and presentation of each dish. From hearty deli sandwiches to refreshing salads, the menu is crafted to satisfy diverse tastes while remaining budget-friendly. Signature offerings, such as the chicken teriyaki and turkey focaccia sandwich, are must-tries and have garnered devoted fans. Observations from satisfied customers highlight that portions are generous, ensuring you leave with a full belly and a smile.

The ambiance is equally inviting. The cafe boasts outdoor seating surrounded by lush landscaping, complete with a peaceful pond where guests can relax and enjoy their meals. Customers like Fina T. were particularly charmed by the tranquil environment, which includes a delightful view of koi fish swimming gracefully. This setting provides a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of a nearby business park.

  • Customer service: Attentive staff convey genuine concern for your dining experience. Many reviews noted how the team goes above and beyond to accommodate requests, like crafting a delicious grilled cheese for little ones or offering daily specials that reflect their culinary expertise.
  • Menu highlights: The diverse selection ensures that all cravings are met. From indulgent sandwiches to healthy salads, there’s something for everyone. Don't miss out on the soba salad or the delicious pastrami sandwiches—each bite bursts with flavor and freshness.
  • Daily specials: Patrons recommend signing up for daily specials via email, allowing you to discover new and exciting dishes each visit. It’s a great way to experience unique flavors that showcase the owners’ culinary heritage.

In summary, Campus Cafe stands out not just for its delectable menu, but for its embodiment of community and a welcoming vibe. It’s the perfect spot for a quick lunch or a leisurely meal. With glowing reviews from customers like William S. and Lianne S., it’s no wonder why this spot has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. If you're in the Carlsbad area, make sure you drop by and experience the warmth and flavor that Campus Cafe has to offer. You won’t be disappointed!

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Fina T.
Fina T.

Customer service was kind and helpful also brought out our food to us that was a plus for us girls and we were a party of 4. The person (man) who took our order was all smiles. Clean place family owned and presentation of food and taste was amazing. Ambience was relaxing pond with turtle and koi fish . Thanks for the welcoming experience we will be back.

William S.
William S.

Family owned and amazing food. They are fast and the menu is high quality for a fair price.

Vika N.
Vika N.

What a gem. Honestly. We were looking for a deli sandwich spot while in Carlsbad area near the airport. We stopped in and found what seemed like a family run business. The gentleman behind the counter was so sweet, and the back of the house staff were kind and accommodating when I asked for something off menu for my toddler. They generously offered to make him a grilled cheese sandwich. Other than that we ordered two deli sandwiches that were generously sized and delicious. Price wise? Average. Normal. It's a small deli spot among businesses buildings, not too much going on inside, but the courtyard is very nice and tranquil. Bonus is that they gave a cup of dog food for my son to feed the koi fish. 10/10.

David T.
David T.

Great sandwiches, perfect kind attentive service. We had the pastrami and the club sandwich and had good flavors other than just mayo. Made a grilled cheese for grandson that was not on menu. Highly recommend. Very generous size.

Adam F.
Adam F.

What a fantastic find! Hidden in a business park but with great outdoor seating by coy pond. The nice Korean woman who served us went above and beyond with the hospitality and the food was amazing. Love the food. Love the people.

Michelle Y.
Michelle Y.

If you work in the Palomar Airport area you know the deli options are pretty endless, almost every business park has at least one of their own yet I return almost exclusively to Campus Cafe for my lunchtime needs. Years ago I worked around the corner so when I found myself working in these parts again I made my way back. Do yourself a favor and sign up for the daily specials email or at least call and ask what they are before you go in because I basically only order off of them. Favorites: chicken teriyaki, turkey focaccia sandwich, chicken curry and today I tried to Korean spicy chicken stew and it did not disappoint either. The staff is all very friendly and will remember you by name once you come around a couple of times. The business park its in has many shaded tables with a pond that is nice to take a step away from your desk and actually enjoy your lunch, which I should really do more often (shes says eating lunch at her desk ;) )

Cerena P.
Cerena P.

Wow! The best sandwich I've had in a long time! This place is a little hard to find, but once you see the water fountains you're in the right place! The inside is a bit small but there is plenty of outside seats. The sandwich I ordered was SO GOOD! It had tons of fresh ingredients and was huge. It was absolutely delicious. The ham I was surprised was excellent, it tasted as if it was cooked for hours. I loved how many fresh vegetables were on it as well. I can't wait to come back to try more of the menu, definitely check this place out!

Annette B.
Annette B.

Read the reviews on this lunch spot and they were spot on! Located in a business park not far from where I work. Ordered a pastrami sandwich on sourdough bread (typically it comes in a roll) which was delicious! It was had lots of meat and very filling. Service was great and fast (especially when you are on a work lunch break!) Can't wait to try the other options!

Lianne S.
Lianne S.

Campus has been my latest lunch/breakfast obsession for the last few weeks! Ever since the first time I ordered the breakfast burrito, I've been back at least twice a week. It's that good! I've also had their chicken pesto caesar wrap and BLT. Both amazing! You can really tell they care about making delicious food (and they really do). Portions - huge, enough for 2 Location - 1 min drive from my office and lovely pond patio to have lunch Customer service - extremely friendly Food - 10/10 Truly nothing bad to say I'm obsessed!!

Kelly D.
Kelly D.

Tucked away in the middle of a business park in Carlsbad was my latest lunch find, Campus Café. I was looking for a salad to eat in the area and realized I had this place bookmarked on Yelp. It was a little hard to find, but I saw a group of table tents towards the center of the parking area, followed them, and found the place! This place has a lot of great outdoor seating, is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, and has a lot of shade for hot days. There is a board of Daily Specials right outside the entrance of Campus Café. The day I came they had Chicken Teriyaki, Japanese Curry (vegetarian and non-vegetarian), Turkey Bacon Hummus Wrap and a couple of other items listed that changed up on the daily. It looks like this place is family owned and run. Although Campus Café has a solid sandwich offering, the rotating Daily Specials that reflect food the owners are familiar with cooking, sets this place apart from all the other delis in the area. If you're in the Carlsbad area, you know decent Asian food can be hard to come by. Campus Café is an all in one lunch option. You can come here if you want Asian food, a hearty sandwich, or a quick healthy salad. I was on the fence about getting a salad or getting something from the Daily Specials offering. I poked my head into the pre-made salad fridge and was very excited to find a Soba Salad! It was everything I wanted in one. I didn't know what dressing to get. They luckily have a dressing in mind already for this particular salad and took my salad to hand mix in the perfect dressing for the soba noodles. The salad came out to be a little less than $10 for a huge and delicious portion of food. I really enjoyed my salad. It was topped with a good portion of chicken, soba noodles, red bell pepper, cucumbers, almonds, and lettuce. I would describe the dressing as a light soy sesame dressing. It did get a little salty towards the end, but still very good. If you find the Soba Salad, I would highly recommend it! Totally unrelated to the food at Campus Cafe...but I recently discovered the tasty goodness of Health-Ade Kombucha and they offer a wide selection of it here.