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1. L'Escargot - Carmel

4.8

Exceptional(1251)

Price: Moderate

• French • Carmel

Booked 1 time today

Nestled in a residential neighborhood on Mission Street, three blocks north of Ocean Avenue lies a slice of “Old Carmel”. Originally founded in 1958 by Yvan Nopert and his family, Chef – Owner Kericos Loutas carries on the traditions of superb Country French Cuisine and personalized friendly service. A local favorite for casual fine dining in a romantic atmosphere, L’Escargot offers visitors an alternative to the “tourist experience”. The menu changes frequently, as do the specials. A three-course prix fixed Bistro Menu is offered nightly.

2. Grasing's

4.6

Exceptional(3066)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 16 times today

DINING UPDATE: Please call restaurant if desired reservation is not available online.Grasing's is open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining (weather permitting). Please note if stairs are an issue for any guest. Please continue to visit our website a https://grasings.com for menu updates, holiday offerings and special events. Grasing’s, located in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, lies along the Pacific Coast in Central California in Monterey County. Celebrity chef partners, Kurt Grasing and Narsai David, truly created a gem. From friendly and professional service, an award winning wine list and seasonally inspired cocktails to the fresh and sustainable local ingredients.Please contact the restaurant to request dog friendly patio seating.

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3. Casanova Restaurant Carmel

4.6

Exceptional(2367)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 20 times today

Casanova Restaurant Carmel is a neighborhood gem. It has a rustic and charming setting that transports you to the south of France. Reviewers consistently rave about its romantic ambiance, excellent food and service. A recurring theme is the quality of the Italian and French flavors. It's a place that locals and visitors alike love to return to.

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4. PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1677)

Price: Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 34 times today

Our cuisine features beautiful specialties from France, Italy and Spain. The dishes are rich in color and flavor.PortaBella is picturesque: awarded First Prize for Beautiful Flowerscaping from the Carmel Garden Club.The ambience is stylish and romantic, the setting historic

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5. Schooners Monterey

4.5

Awesome(3029)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Monterey

Booked 25 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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6. Anton & Michel Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(3263)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 16 times today

Anton and Michel is now open INDOORS and OUTDOORS at the COURT of the FOUNTAINS.LUNCH: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM / DINNER: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Reservations are highly recommended.If you are having any difficulty making reservations online, please call the restaurant directly at 831-624-2406 or send us an email.Since 1980, Anton and Michel has consistently maintained an award-winning reputation for true excellence in the art of fine dining. A complete interior remodel was recently completed features handset stonework throughout the restaurant. The floor to ceiling windows offer breathtaking views of the Court of the Fountains. Zagat Survey calls it: Carmel’s long-standing paean to graciousness in dining out. Along with updated and contemporary changes to the menus, ultimate table side service flambé desserts remain. As quoted in the Wine Spectator, Anton and Michel is “probably the best dining experience in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea”.

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7. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

4.7

Exceptional(1951)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 18 times today

Do you love Italian food? A world famous restaurant executive chef says it all by saying, “the best meals in California are at Carmel Bistro Giovanni!” An artful, romantic setting with an international wine list and amazing cocktails. Try some of our specialties: the "Mamma Mia" features mouth-watering meatballs with pasta and southern Mediterranean-spiced sauce, Veal Osso Bucco, Lamb Shank, steaks, and a plethora of seafood including halibut, salmon and sand dabs! For our gluten-free guests, we can also provide gluten free pasta and bread. *Patio availability depending on weather. We do have plenty of heat lamps but do not have covered tables outdoors. Please understand this when booking.* For parties of 6 or more we require a credit card to hold your table with a 24 hour cancellation policy, $25 per person will be applied to your credit card for late cancellations and no shows. *We have a $30 corkage fee for a standard size bottle (750 ml.) 2 bottle maximum per table.

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8. Old Fisherman's Grotto

4.7

Exceptional(1629)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 4 times today

Nestled on the historic Fisherman's Wharf, overlooking the picturesque Monterey Harbor, Old Fisherman’s Grotto is a must-visit dining destination. Renowned worldwide for its exquisite cuisine, impeccable service, and charming ambiance, the Grotto offers a culinary experience like no other. Our menu showcases fresh seafood sourced sustainably, USDA prime beef, and an extensive wine selection with over 200 choices recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine. With a commitment to providing an intimate dining atmosphere, we enforce a zero-tolerance policy for excessive noise levels, ensuring a pleasant experience for all our guests. We kindly ask patrons to keep noise levels moderate to respect others' dining experiences.

9. Dametra Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(229)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Carmel

Booked 30 times today

Dametra Cafe is a gem in the Monterey neighborhood, known for its healthy, high-quality Mediterranean food delivered quickly. The distinctly Greek decor adds to the charm. Reviews rave about the friendly atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious food. One customer shared, 'the food was fresh & authentic, and the vibe was familial. It was like being at a family party.' With its lively environment and consistently high ratings, Dametra Cafe is definitely a neighborhood favorite.

10. Sardine Factory

4.7

Exceptional(4963)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 13 times today

Every city has that one can’t miss restaurant, where celebrities feel at home and every other guest feels like a celebrity. Since October 2, 1968, The Sardine Factory’s cachet has made dining in our historic Cannery Row setting a tradition for world leaders, sports heroes and entertainment icons. Our award-winning chefs prepare delectable creations of fresh, sustainable seafood and USDA Prime Aged Beef; winner of Restaurant Hospitality Magazine’s "Best Wine List in America" award. The Lounge’s live entertainment, Happy Hour and affordable menu are a casual alternative to our other dining rooms. Celebrating over 50 years under the same ownership and management! Voted "Best Restaurant in Monterey" by Monterey County Herald readers.

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Mary
California Central Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was extremely delicious. The staff were very attentive and kind
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Grasing'sPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carmel
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4.6
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Brandon
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Phenomenal food and good experience. For that type of restaurant I was really disappointed in the waiter. Very indifferent and way too unfriendly for that caliber of a restaurant. He didn’t try to conversant in any way or even make us feel like he valued us being there. When you eat at a high end restaurant you want to feel important and that you are in a special place. Our waiter did not give us that experience.
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Casanova Restaurant CarmelPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Carmel
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4.6
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DanelleVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •73 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had not been to Porta Bella in all our years coming to Carmel. We are glad we finally did. The salmon was fresh and delicious. Our server was quite competent. The atmosphere was cozy. It is a short walk to our hotel, La Playa.
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PortaBella RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Carmel
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4.5
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sueVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always amazing 👏 oldest restaurant in Carmel. Beef Wellington was one of the Chef specials tonight
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L'Escargot - CarmelPrice: Moderate• French• Carmel
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4.8
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Shaheen
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 16, 2024
I found this place in the magazine and turned out to be a fantastic restaurant by the water ! Easy to find and there are plenty of street parking! The staff were wonderful and amazing services ! I will visit this place again soon ! There are many shopping places near by as well!
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Schooners MontereyPrice: Expensive• Californian• Monterey
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4.5

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31 restaurants available nearby

1. L'Escargot - Carmel

2. Grasing's

3. Casanova Restaurant Carmel

4. PortaBella Restaurant

5. Schooners Monterey

6. Anton & Michel Restaurant

7. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

8. Old Fisherman's Grotto

9. Dametra Cafe

10. Sardine Factory

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