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1. Anton & Michel Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3242)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 27 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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2. PortaBella Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1670)
Price: Expensive
• French • Carmel
Booked 57 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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3. Grasing's
4.6
Exceptional(3054)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 14 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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4. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni
4.6
Exceptional(1940)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 21 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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5. Il Fornaio - Carmel
4.4
Awesome(2259)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 34 times today
Il Fornaio means the Baker in Italian. Located in downtown Carmel, Il Fornaio offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list. Enjoy wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made and imported pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; antipasti and a wide variety of desserts made daily from scratch.
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6. Mission Bistro
4.6
Exceptional(482)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Carmel
Booked 23 times today
Located on Mission Street between Ocean Ave & 7th Ave, in Carmel California. Mission Bistro Restaurant is owned by Shaheen Alnuaimi. Our history-rich location is warm, charming, and above all cozy. We offer brunch, lunch, dinner, local, and import wines. Chef Matt Zimny sources from Monterey and Santa Cruz County farms and ranches with the goal of serving what is fresh and currently available. At Mission Bistro we do Seafood and Steaks right. Cheers!
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7. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia
4.7
Exceptional(267)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Carmel
Booked 17 times today
Reservations are not needed but are recommended, Walk ins are Welcome.The newest creation from the owners of the beloved Villa Azteca in Downtown Salinas (Salinas City Center), the eatery honoring the Alvarez family patriarch will open Summer 2023 in Carmel Plaza. The 5,000-square-foot restaurant will have indoor dining, bar seating and a small outdoor space, serving specialty Michoacán dishes as well as other Mexican favorites, incorporating three generations of family recipes.
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8. Pangaea Grill
4.4
Awesome(165)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Carmel
Booked 24 times today
Welcome to Pangaea on Ocean Ave, where culinary excellence meets coastal charm! We take immense pride in announcing that we have been honored with the prestigious title of "Best Restaurant of 2022 and 2023 in Carmel-by-the-Sea."This remarkable achievement reflects our relentless commitment to providing an extraordinary dining experience that delights the senses and captures the essence of this beautiful coastal town. From our exquisite menu crafted with the finest local ingredients to our impeccable service, we strive to create memorable moments for every guest. Join us and indulge in an award-winning culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.
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9. Toro
4.6
Exceptional(687)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Carmel
Booked 25 times today
Toro offers creative Japanese cuisine, and we believe in sourcing high quality ingredients. Our beverage program has a lovely sake and wine collection, as well as some creative sake cocktail creations. Join us soon!
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10. Treehouse Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(266)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Carmel
Booked 15 times today
Treehouse Cafe offers global fare in Carmel-by-the-Sea.

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  • Jim
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    One of our ATF restaurants and bars in Carmel that we frequent often. The special fixed menu dinners they have for holidays are superb. We were back this week for the Thanksgiving dinner and it did not disappoint! Love to sit at the bar and chat with Jun, one of the best mixologists and personable bartenders in Carmel. This is a long standing Carmel restaurant that is at its absolute best these days. A must visit for a drink, lunch, dinner or the bar food menu.
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    Anton & Michel RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carmel
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    4.7
  • Joy
    Baja California •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food was great, service was outstanding especially considering the holiday. Felt very warm and festive. Highly recommend!
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    Il Fornaio - CarmelPrice: Moderate• Italian• Carmel
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    4.4
  • Audreyvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •90 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    A wonderful restaurant with delicious food and great service. Thoroughly enjoyed.
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    Carmel's Bistro GiovanniPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carmel
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    4.6
  • Marina
    San Francisco Bay Area •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Beautiful place, kind and welcoming service, gorgeous and tasty food. Salmon tartare on crispy rice was particularly memorable.
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    ToroPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Carmel
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    4.6
  • Judyvip
    Texas Panhandle •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 20, 2024
    Porta Bella was a fabulous dining experience! Cozy atmosphere, attentive staff provided excellent service, and amazing food. Highly recommend this restaurant in the heart of beautiful Carmel!
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    PortaBella RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Carmel
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    4.5

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