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Casual eatery offers simple, California cuisine, including a popular family-style take-out option.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 6985 El Camino Real #108, Carlsbad, CA 92009
Phone: (760) 431-5323
Website: http://tinleafkitchen.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: tripleseat.com
Order: Order online
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Reviews
Susan Diehl
Overall: Fresh food, some bumps in the road, ordering was a bit awkward. The menu is mostly salads and sandwiches, but I did see a pot pie, meatloaf and soup. I feel like I’d go again and just set my expectations differently.
Service: Party of 2. We were the first customers, and the only people in line. We were not greeted or interacted with at all as we stood for about 5 minutes up at the front menu area, even though 3 people were behind the cases looking at us. When finally greeted at the register, our order taker was friendly and competent, but not very informative. For example, I asked if I could have a side of bread with my lunch salad, picturing some crusty little hunk of something. She looked a bit surprised at first, which seemed odd– and asked if I wanted to order a side of bread. I said yes, and she named off several kinds of bread I could have. I ordered sourdough, still picturing a crusty fresh loaf sliced in a slab or two. It was her chance to say, it comes as a slice of breakfast toast, is that what you want? I would have said never mind. But she didn’t say anything more, so it was surprising so get 2 slices of toast and a pat of butter to go with my steak salad (it was good toast, I’ll give it that). There is no table service except to bring your food to you at the outset. Though it’s a counter-order place, the check-out screen still asks for tips. I stood there for a few seconds a) pondering why businesses ask for tips in a self-service atmosphere b) wondering if I should tip anyway in these hard times and how much and c) getting ready to sign. The employee at the register turned around, saw I hadn’t finished with the screen, muttered something like “I’ll get that” and hit something on her side to complete the transaction without patron input. I was unsure why I wasn’t given time to make a choice or sign, since there was no rush, but it saved me from the tipping dilemma.
FOOD/DRINK: I asked if they had coffee and was told yes. However it was
Keurig coffee from a pod, which was not made clear, and not really something I have ever seen offered at a restaurant. I would not have ordered it had I been told that was my only option.
I had a tri-tip salad, for $17.95. It was a pretty light meal, considering it is not a large plate of greens, and there was very minimal meat (about 5, 2″x2″ 1/8″ or thinner slices). The meat lacked seasoning or char, no crusty savory bits. It was very tender, served perfectly med rare. The menu stated that there were grilled onions in the salad, but they looked more like pickled or lightly sauteed red onions. Absolutely no carmelization, which to me is the whole reason one grills onions. The dressing was great. I did find a slimy decomposed leaf in my lettuce mix.
ATMOSPHERE: The patio is a pleasant outdoor area with heaters, which they turned on for us. Cushions would make it more comfortable and the overhead heater eventually burned my friend’s scalp, so consider where you sit as some seats are fully under the heaters and others are off the edge..
The interior seemed fine, it’s on the dim side, the booths looked hard and uncomfortable, so the space doesn’t rise to the level of cozy/comfy in my book.
Overall: Fresh food, some oddities, ordering was a bit awkward. I feel like I’d go again for the fresh ingredients, and just set my expectations differently.
… moreService: Party of 2. We were the first customers, and the only people in line. We were not greeted or interacted with at all as we stood for about 5 minutes up at the front menu area, even though 3 people were behind the cases looking at us. When finally greeted at the register, our order taker was friendly and competent, but not very informative. For example, I asked if I could have a side of bread with my lunch salad, picturing some crusty little hunk of something. She looked a bit surprised at first, which seemed odd– and asked if I wanted to order a side of bread. I said yes, and she named off several kinds of bread I could have. I ordered sourdough, still picturing a crusty fresh loaf sliced in a slab or two. It was her chance to say, it comes as a slice of breakfast toast, is that what you want? I would have said never mind. But she didn’t say anything more, so it was surprising so get 2 slices of toast and a pat of butter to go with my steak salad (it was good toast, I’ll give it that). There is no table service except to bring your food to you at the outset. Though it’s a counter-order place, the check-out screen still asks for tips. I stood there for a few seconds a) pondering why businesses ask for tips in a self-service atmosphere b) wondering if I should tip anyway in these hard times and how much and c) getting ready to sign. The employee at the register turned around, saw I hadn’t finished with the screen, muttered something like “I’ll get that” and hit something on her side to complete the transaction without patron input. I was unsure why I wasn’t given time to make a choice or sign, since there was no rush, but it saved me from the tipping dilemma.
FOOD/DRINK: I asked if they had coffee and was told yes. However it was
Keurig coffee from a pod, which was not made clear, and not really something I have ever seen offered at a restaurant. I would not have ordered it had I been told that was my only option.
I had a tri-tip salad, for $17.95. It was a pretty light meal, considering it is not a large plate of greens, and there was very minimal meat (about 5, 2″x2″ 1/8″ or thinner slices). The meat lacked seasoning or char, no crusty savory bits. It was very tender, served perfectly med rare. The menu stated that there were grilled onions in the salad, but they looked more like pickled or lightly sauteed red onions. Absolutely no carmelization, which to me is the whole reason one grills onions. The dressing was great. I did find a slimy decomposed leaf in my lettuce mix.
ATMOSPHERE: The patio is a pleasant outdoor area with heaters, which they turned on for us. Cushions would make it more comfortable and the overhead heater eventually burned my friend’s scalp, so consider where you sit as some seats are fully under the heaters and others are off the edge..
The interior seemed fine, it’s on the dim side, the booths looked hard and uncomfortable, so the space doesn’t rise to the level of cozy/comfy in my book.
Overall: Fresh food, some oddities, ordering was a bit awkward. I feel like I’d go again for the fresh ingredients, and just set my expectations differently.
Shelley Linde
I have eaten here many times. The staff likes to rush to close a good half hour or more ahead.
The owner needs to address this. The employees are young, I get the desire to lock
and leave but folks need to eat in peace. If you close at 8:00 pm you don’t start @ 7:30 on the floor where guests are dining.
… moreThe owner needs to address this. The employees are young, I get the desire to lock
and leave but folks need to eat in peace. If you close at 8:00 pm you don’t start @ 7:30 on the floor where guests are dining.
alan stanly
I REALLY wanted to love this place. The decor and atmosphere are perfect. The staff and service are perfect. The food looked perfect, and was plated perfectly, but was bland and Luke warm. The fries were warm and lightly salted, not bad with ketchup. The tri-tip had a nice crust and was quite tender and a perfect medium rare, but served cold and not too flavorful, but the sauce, akin to cocktail sauce, was tasty. The Mac and cheese side was beautiful looking but mushy and luke warm with a slightly smoky flavor but otherwise bland, it could use some truffle or rosemary, perhaps? The bok choy side was warm and perfect, with a great cook and nice buttery flavor. The turkey dinner was good, the turkey nice and hot, super tender and the turkey gravy was perfect. The stuffing was very nice and a great compliment to the turkey. The garlic mashed potato was very good. The walnut brownie and crispy onion string were amazing! The service was the star of the show. I informed the hostess, it was cold, and she got me whole new plate which was much warmer. Happy camper! I hope they get some plate warmers 🙂
… moreLinda Clarke
The absolute best fresh salads around. I meet 3 girlfriends for lunch every month or so and we always go to Tin Leaf. Too spoiled to go elsewhere. Fast service and delicious food
… moreLen Davis
Second time in my first week n gotta say very impressed. Had the 1/2 turkey sandwich n soup was spot on. Juicy moist bird, fresh bread, n killer lentil soup went back today for my Thanksgiving dinner for Thursday house sitting. Can’t wait to eat, Yum!!!☺️
… moreZvika R
Casual restaurant where you order at the counter and the order delivered to your table. It offers indoors and outdoors seating. Large menu to choose from. There is a 5% charge for employees benefits which I didn’t like. The restaurant should include it in the cost of the food.
… moreShelly LaPointe
I have not been to Tinleaf since the pandemic and was pleasantly surprised to find my favorite menu items still there as well as new ones to explore! The new outdoor dining patio is fabulous and provides plenty of shade for a comfortable dining experience.
… moreTeresa Manjarrez
Very good option for healthy and fresh food. A little pricey but reasonable for the quality of the ingredients they use. In my opinion the entree plates are better option than the sandwiches but it’s just personal preference.
… moreJosh Baltazar
Came here for lunch on one of the weekdays. The weather was nice so we sat outside. We ordered a Turkey Melt (sliced tomatoes, horseradish cheddar cheese, wild argula, basil mayo on a Saide Rose ciabatta roll) and a Sante Fe Chicken Salad (romaine, super greens, grape tomatoes, roasted corn, natural cheddar, red bell peppers, tortilla strips, chipotle-agave vinagrette). Everything was extremely refreshing and was a nice pick up for lunch to bring the energy back.
… moreHong Torrez
Knew about this place because of a freebie on Yelp for some fries! Obviously I couldn’t just go in for fries so I ordered the seared ahi tuna salad with some extra salmon .
I swapped out my wasabi dressing for a basil balsamic vinaigrette and I think I made the perfect choice! Soo good!
The salmon wasn’t dry and was cooked very well.
I chose the the garlic chive and basil Mayo for my dipping sauce and WOW!! I even dipped my salad in it!
I can’t wait to go back and try other items
… moreI swapped out my wasabi dressing for a basil balsamic vinaigrette and I think I made the perfect choice! Soo good!
The salmon wasn’t dry and was cooked very well.
I chose the the garlic chive and basil Mayo for my dipping sauce and WOW!! I even dipped my salad in it!
I can’t wait to go back and try other items