Casa De Bandini at The Forum

Reviews

• SM

  Steve Morales

  3 days ago
  5.0
  Friendly and very efficient service .Large restaurant with indoor or outdoor patio seating . We had a large group and the service was Very Good . Musician s playing Nice songs ,Fun and Happy Atmosphere. The Carne Asada and Shrimp plate was very good. The asada was tender and had good flavor, Shrimp was also good , could have used a couple of more shrimp. Black beans ,Rice , guacamole and choice of tortillas also came with plate . Very generous portions. The chile relleno plate was also very Good. We had a party of 15 and everyone was Very Satisfied with their Food Selections and Service .
• JL

  Jack Lazard

  4 days ago
  5.0
  Visited the Forum Shops in Carlsbad for the first time and found Casa de Bandini. Used to enjoy this restaurant when it was in Old Town. I was pleased to find it was just as i remembered it. Excellent food, large portions and great service. Will definitely return in the future.
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  Lisa Metcalfe

  5 days ago
  1.0
  So I would avoid this location, The Forum in Carlsbad, at all cost. After finishing dinner last week, there were rats running around outside around all the tables. The manager did not seem concerned, said to us that they just come across the street and that was that. It is a shame as the food and wait stuff are really good.
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  Linda Enochs

  Oct 7, 2025
  5.0
  This is excellent Mexican food with great atmosphere and excellent service. I have been there as a party of two and as a group of twenty, and it was an equally fine experience. I have enjoyed every meal I’ve ordered—especially love their Carnitas!! Recently I have focused on their mini tostada trio, which is a perfect size and you can have the tostados with your choice of beef, chicken or Carnitas—in any combination! They serve excellent Margaritas! I love to sit in the garden area amongst the opulent plants and butterflies. It’s kind of remote, but worth the drive!
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  James Scott

  Sep 28, 2025
  5.0
  Casa De Bandini. What can I say? the best service I've had from any restaurant was here. Food? savory, delicious , and presents very well. Place is gorgeous with deep color and life. Live music was special as well with two great musicians playing flutes and guitars. Thank you Marco for being a great server. I will be back. Enjoy!