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A photo of Domenico's on the Wharf restaurant
1. Domenico's on the Wharf
4.5
Awesome(1630)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 4 times today
That friendly salutation is an invitation to dine with us and enjoy exceptional bayside ambiance, gracious service and delicious food. Our entire staff here at Domenico's On the Wharf has extended a warm welcome to locals and visitors for more than 35 years, and we proudly present the best seafood in Monterey for your dining pleasure.Our award-winning list of wine features the best from surrounding Monterey County vineyards, and we offer extensive selections from Sonoma, Napa, Italy, and France. The freshest, sustainable, local and Alaskan seafood take center stage in our culinary creations, and we also grill up extraordinary steaks and lovingly prepare in-house pastas and locally grown organic vegetables.Our family style of hospitality continues to win a special place in the hearts of our guests. Let us show you to your table overlooking the beautiful bay waters with a sunny window view of sea lions and pelicans at play.
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2. Schooners Monterey
4.5
Awesome(3016)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Monterey
Booked 19 times today
Schooners, suspended over the waters of Monterey Bay, is a stunning restaurant featuring sustainable seafood and approachable, contemporary American cuisine. The ideal location for celebrating the Central Coast and the spectacular coastal region, the Schooners team commitment to fresh, sustainable seafood is reflected in the creative menu which features a variety of seafood options, both raw and cooked, as well as appetizers, soups, salads and main courses. A creative cocktail menu is served alongside an impressive wine list highlighting Monterey County vintners.
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3. La Mia Cucina
4.8
Exceptional(1002)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pacific Grove
Booked 6 times today
Stroll along 17th St., between Lighthouse and Laurel and you will find one of the Peninsula’s favorite spots, La Mia Cucina. This little jewel, with its fresh ambiance and tantalizing menu, is popular with everyone. The colorful European advertising posters that enliven the walls, are “originals, not reproductions.” That phrase is accurate in describing La Mia Cucina itself. From the comfortable linen white decor, accented beautifully by those turn-of-the-century posters, to the hand-crafted entrees and desserts, everything about La Mia Cucina says fresh and original. Owner Michael’s specialty, his ravioli dishes, are a renowned local favorite, and for good reason. They are hand made, with all the care that only a lifetime of creative food combining can bring. In addition to pasta, La Mia Cucina is known for it's fresh fish and meat specials. The desserts are made in-house by his wife Paula and daughter Michaela, and the service is personal and inviting.
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4. Edwin's Kaona Carmel
4.4
Awesome(176)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Carmel
Booked 1 time today
Edwin's Carmel is a South East Asian Fusion Restaurant located in the heart of Carmel by the Sea, CA.
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5. Shearwater Tavern
4.3
Awesome(96)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Carmel
Booked 3 times today
Located in the idyllic seaside community of Carmel, Shearwater Tavern features breakfast and dinner within the Carmel Mission Inn. Our dinner menu has a selection of smaller plates to share along with some larger individual plates. We have partnered with a local dairy, coffee roaster, honey purveyor and bakery. Our Chef Fabian Di Paolo's menu is New American with Influences from his Argentinian, Italian, Floribbean roots. Our cocktail program features beautiful classic and specialty cocktails along with craft beer and California wines. You must try his House made Parker House rolls.
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6. Covey Grill
4.4
Awesome(312)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 4 times today
Taste the fresh ingredients harvested from local organic farms that are hand selected by Executive Chef Goran Basarov and exquisitely prepared by his culinary team into the savory dishes available on our new menus. Covey Grill features a casual elegance with its indoor and outdoor dining located alongside the natural backdrop of Quail's sparkling pond and lush gardens. Our Carmel, CA restaurant is proudly guided in the principles of sustainability by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch and focuses on local farm to table options.We offer a variety of menus throughout the week between our two restaurants, Covey Grill and Edgar's Restaurant. Wednesday Dinners Chef Goran exquisitely curates our Love Thy Neighbor menu each week, a unique three-course dinner for $59++. 5PM-9PM every Wednesday.We offer our Sunday Dinners from Edgar's Restaurant with a unique menu curated with our Quail Lodge Golf Members favorite items from 5PM-9PM every Sunday.

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  • Ernestvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •35 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Great location and view. Equally great food and service. Very enjoyable.
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    Domenico's on the WharfPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Monterey
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    4.5
  • Darlenevip
    California Central Coast •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    Years since we had dined here. Food continues to be delicious with great service
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    La Mia CucinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Pacific Grove
    •
    4.8
  • Darlene
    Springfield / Branson •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 12, 2024
    Excellent choice for dinner and service was super.
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    Schooners MontereyPrice: Expensive• Californian• Monterey
    •
    4.5
  • Wendy
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 10, 2024
    We hadn’t visited the Carmel Mission Inn for several years and knew that it had been refreshed since our last visit. We decided to have dinner at Shearwater Tavern, tucked inside the Carmel Mission Inn and had an absolutely wonderful experiencey. Our outstanding dining experience began with a delicious Caesar Salad paired with their wonderful signature Parker House Rolls—warm, house-baked, and served with local honey butter and a bit of sea salt. These starters set the tone perfectly for the main event: a flawlessly grilled bavette (flank steak), a favorite of ours, topped with a rich green peppercorn sauce and accompanied by crispy shoestring frites. Our steak arrived cooked precisely to our medium-rare preference and request, showcasing the kitchen's attention to detail.
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    Shearwater TavernPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Carmel
    •
    4.3
  • michelle
    Denver / Colorado •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 7, 2024
    Very good food. No one else there on a Weds evening. Apparently very busy and hopping on weekends.
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    Edwin's Kaona CarmelPrice: Moderate• Asian• Carmel
    •
    4.4

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