Best Restaurants with a Fireplace in Carmel Valley

First time we have ever been disappointed at Rio Grill. Apparently there is a new Chef and he likes too much oil.

This is the second Prix Fix Wednesday eve dinner we've attended and it was, again, outstanding both in value ($59) and execution. The deviled eggs were lovely, the crab & kohlrabi perfect. The bison tenderloin was tender and tasty, trout was cooked perfectly, bone in pork chop was yummy. Flourless chocolate torte was lick-the-plate. The only downside was they were seriously understaffed, we waited 25 minutes to place our order.

I have eaten here twice for breakfast and both times were exceptional. Beautiful restaurant, beautiful views, fantastic service, great menu selections and fantastic food.

Kicking off the New Year enjoying a spicy lunch, the BEST margaritas sitting in the corner booth next to the fireplace. As regulars we were met with one of our favorite servers that remembered we love their salsa bring us extra along with warm seasoned tortilla chips as we waited for our chicken/beef fajitas that arrived on a sizzling platter with lots of onions, peppers, tomatoes and a slightly charred jalapeño..yummo. Cheers to 2025!!