Best restaurants in Carmel-by-the-Sea
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Recommended restaurants (48)
NORA'S CARMEL
NORA'S CARMEL offers chef-crafted comfort food in a cozy setting with wine pairings and a dog-friendly patio.
La Bicyclette Restaurant
Enjoy hand-crafted French-Italian fare made with fresh, local ingredients at this cozy European bistro.
Treehouse Café
Cozy rooftop restaurant offering global dishes and fine wines in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar
Enjoy fresh seafood, oysters, and cocktails in a quaint, laid-back bar with a beachy vibe.
Brophy's Tavern
Enjoy delicious pub fare, craft cocktails, and cold draft beer at this popular Irish pub and sports bar.
SUR at The Barnyard
SUR at The Barnyard offers a playful Californian menu in a stylish bistro setting with outdoor seating.
Carmel's Bistro Giovanni
A popular Italian spot in Carmel-by-the-Sea, known for drinks, dinner, and a pet-friendly patio.
Anton & Michel Restaurant
Anton & Michel offers refined Continental and American cuisine in an elegant, inviting setting in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Aubergine the restaurant at L'Auberge Carmel
Experience innovative New American cuisine and a robust wine list at this esteemed Carmel-by-the-Sea restaurant.
Pangaea On Ocean Ave
An unfussy spot for Asian fusion fare in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Mission Bistro
Mission Bistro offers international cuisine in a casual setting with a wine bar and patio.
Lugano Swiss Bistro
Experience authentic Swiss cuisine like fondue and schnitzel in a cozy European setting, perfect for special occasions.
Flying Fish Grill
Enjoy casually exquisite dining with an East-West fusion, featuring innovative seafood dishes.
Grasings
Enjoy celebrated California Coastal Cuisine at Grasing's, a long-standing and award-winning restaurant in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Foray
Foray offers upscale fine dining in Carmel-by-the-Sea with local seafood, dry-aged steaks, and craft cocktails.
Little Napoli
Little Napoli has been an iconic Italian restaurant in Carmel-by-the-Sea for over 30 years, opened by Chef Pèpe.
Hog's Breath Inn
Founded by Clint Eastwood, Hog's Breath Inn is Carmel's legendary restaurant, known for artisan steak and seafood.
