Restaurants near Carmel Rancho Shopping Center

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1. Sur at The Barnyard

4.3

Awesome(535)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Carmel Valley

Booked 12 times today

Voted "Best Restaurant in Carmel Valley 2023"!Located in the picturesque Barnyard Shopping Village just off of HWY 1 between Rio Rd and Carmel Valley Rd. Sur at the Barnyard is where foodies, beer lovers and families escape the stresses of their day-to-day lives to enjoy a great meal!If you don't see a reservation available give us a call anytime and we will be happy to assist!Need a reservation for 7 or more? Give us a call at 831-250-7188 or email us any requests at reservations@suratthebarnyard.com

2. Shearwater Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(113)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Carmel

Booked 2 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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3. Aabha Indian Cuisine

4.4

Awesome(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Carmel

Aabha Indian Cuisine: A Taste of Modern India in CarmelAabha Indian Cuisine invites you to embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant flavors of India. Nestled in the heart of Carmel, our restaurant offers an elegant and inviting ambiance, perfect for a romantic dinner, a special occasion, or a casual lunch with friends.Our menu features a diverse selection of dishes, masterfully crafted by our experienced chefs. We use only the finest ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible, to create authentic and flavorful meals. Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, or meat lover, Aabha has something to tantalize your taste buds.

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4. Casanova Restaurant Carmel

4.6

Exceptional(2420)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 37 times today

Our current hours are as follows.Monday - Thursday, Dinner 4:30pm to 9:00pmFriday- Saturday, Dinner 4:30pm to 9:30pmPolicies: We do require a credit card for reservations. We reserve the right to charge guests who do not show up for their reservations or cancel within a 24 hour notice. The charge for NO SHOW is $35 per guest. We will hold your table for 15min max, and will automatically allot 2hrs for your dining pleasure.Parties of 5 or more will need to make special accommodations with the hostess.Thank you for your continuous support!

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5. Pangaea on Ocean Ave

4.4

Awesome(198)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Carmel

Booked 17 times today

Pangaea Grill is a Carmel-by-the-Sea restaurant that offers a unique dining experience. The restaurant's menu features a variety of Asian fusion dishes, as well as classic comfort foods. Pangaea Grill is known for its bold flavors, ample portions, and cozy atmosphere. The restaurant is located on Ocean Avenue in Carmel, California. Pangaea Grill is open for lunch and dinner, and also offers a happy hour menu. The restaurant is a popular spot for both locals and tourists.

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6. Anton & Michel Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(3319)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 21 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”.

7. Grasing's

4.7

Exceptional(3101)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 17 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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8. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

4.7

Exceptional(2004)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 18 times today

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 and special events we require a credit card to hold your table with a 24 hour cancellation policy, $40 per person will be applied to your credit card for late cancellations and no shows. We will hold your table for 10 minutes.*We have a $30 corkage fee for a standard size bottle (750 ml.) 2 bottle maximum per table.

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9. PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1710)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 26 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

10. Dametra Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(262)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Carmel

Booked 26 times today

Dametra Cafe is a casual Mediterranean restaurant. Here, diners can expect high-quality healthy food delivered quickly in a relaxed atmosphere. The decor and styling of the dining room is distinctly Greek, specifically like one of the many coastal cities that the country is known for. Between that and the hearty portions and prompt service, Dametra Cafe sits nicely between an upscale restaurant and quick-service places.Dametra's Cafe features primarily Greek cuisine, with some Italian and Spanish thrown in for good measure. Appetizers include hummus with pita bread, fried calamari, grilled jumbo prawns and steamed mussels in a white wine and garlic sauce. The meals are split between sandwiches, pasta and entrée offerings and features dishes such as shrimp and crab ravioli, a salmon burger with red onion and tomatoes, lamb shish kebab and a Greek style lamb shank with rice pilaf and fresh vegetables.

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Linda
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food fabulous as always. Our server was not what we’d experienced in other restaurants in Carmel, and did not seem to like her job or us
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Casanova Restaurant CarmelPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Carmel
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4.6
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MichaelVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The waiter was very helpful and attentive. The artichoke and flatbread were amazing!
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Rio GrillPrice: Moderate• Californian• Carmel
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4.7
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Michael
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great experience. The food was quite good. I had the Filet mignon sliders which were cooked perfectly. Our server, Allie (sp) was pleasant and attentive but not overbearing Highly reccomebd for date night.
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Sur at The BarnyardPrice: Expensive• American• Carmel Valley
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4.3
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Marc
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our breakfast was excellent and the server was great as well. 8:30 am is a quiet time in the restaurant, so it was quiet. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the potatoes delicious and the coffee was good - could have been a bit stronger.
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Shearwater TavernPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Carmel
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4.6
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MikeVIP
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 30, 2024
Best Indian in Cali. No joke.
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Aabha Indian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Indian• Carmel
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4.4

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