
Celebrate the flavors of Baja and San Diego with an elevated dining experience at Ponto Lago. Every Friday, we bring the tradition of Puerto Nuevo to Carlsbad with whole Pacific spiny lobsters, caught overnight by local fishermen and grilled over a wood-fired hearth for rich, smoky flavor.
When: Every Friday, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Celebrate the holiday season at Ponto Lago and indulge in Christmas Eve and Day Feasts! Enjoy a festive Prix Fixe dining experience with lavish dishes, making this a perfect gathering with family and friends.
When: Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25 from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Indulge in a Baja-inspired family feast before counting down to 2026. Celebrate the holidays at in a festive atmosphere as you ring in the new year surrounded by luxury and charm. Make this holiday season unforgettable.
When: Wednesday, December 31 from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Take flight through Baja and explore over 50 different tequila and mezcal selections. Indulge in a sweet, floral-inspired agave from the Highlands of Jalisco or savor in the spicy, earthy and herbaceous flavors produced in the Lowlands. Experience a journey of various tequila and mezcal selections of your choice when you reserve.
When: 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Tuesday - Sunday

Experience this one-of-a-kind culinary journey and delight your senses as you discover an exquisite array of seasonal flavors and artistry during an exclusive private dining experience inside Ponto Lago at Park Hyatt Aviara. Indulge in a specialty menu curated by the Chef as they detail each course with insight and storytelling, which may be paired with wine or tequila.
When: 6:30 pm, Tuesday - Sunday

Join us on Tuesday nights and enjoy a waived corkage fee when you bring your favorite bottle of wine! Savor Baja-inspired cuisine in a refined modern setting, perfectly paired with your own wine at no additional fee. Reserve your table today.
When: 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Every Tuesday
*Maximum of (2) bottles per table.

Chef Eric Mickle brings over two decades in Michelin-starred kitchens across Las Vegas, London, and Asia, showcasing seasonal ingredients with thoughtful, technique-driven dining. Most recently, Mickle collaborated with Richard Blais—the visionary behind Park Hyatt Aviara’s signature steakhouse, Ember & Rye—at California English, blending distinct London influences with seasonal ingredients. Chef Mickle combines his passion for local farms with a refined approach to showcase the best of California cuisine, making him perfectly suited for Ponto Lago's California-inspired menus.

Ponto Lago offers two spacious private dining rooms perfect for an intimate family gathering or an exclusive corporate event. One dining room seats up to 14 guests and another up to 25 guests. Both dining rooms offer nature-inspired décor and gorgeous natural lighting to take in Carlsbad’s finest sunsets.
7100 Aviara Resort Drive,
Carlsbad, CA 92011
760-603-6999
7:00 am - 11:00 am, Daily
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Tuesday - Sunday