FISH HOUSE VERA CRUZ, in my opinion, has one of the best seafood counters around.
NOTE: I really liked this place – too bad it CLOSED IN 2017 (BUT THERE IS STILL THEIR PLACE IN SAN MARCOS)
Yes, FISH HOUSE VERA CRUZ is a seafood (primarily) restaurant in the heart of Carlsbad Village, just a couple of blocks from the ocean, and it’s very popular with locals and vacationers.
But they have a terrific fresh seafood counter when you walk in the door – I have NEVER seen frozen seafood or fish, other than lobster tails, like you see so often in the supermarket.
FISH HOUSE VERA CRUZ is definitely worth checking out for some seafood for your grill or your next dinner party. There is a lot of variety (again, not what you will usually find in the grocery stores) and with excellent prices.