Chocolate dessert at Jeune et Jolie. | Elodie Bost Whether traditional or trendy, here are some of the best eats in the North County coastal village. This North County coastal village stretching 39 square miles is steadily building its reputation as a dining destination, boasting a mix of establishments that includes a Michelin-starred restaurant and family-friendly, low-key spots. With many notable restaurants looking to Carlsbad for expansion, State Street and La Costa have become hubs for dining where visitors and locals can dive into French, Mexican, Thai, and Japanese cuisine and find pizzerias, bakeries, butcheries, and more that are worth a visit.