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A photo of Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point restaurant
1. Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point
4.5
Awesome(4285)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Pacific Grove
Booked 21 times today
Casual California dining overlooking scenic and historic Lovers Point Beach.
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2. The Whaling Station Steakhouse
4.6
Exceptional(2411)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Monterey
Booked 18 times today
The internationally acclaimed Whaling Station Steakhouse, perched just above Steinbeck’s Cannery Row has been Monterey County’s #1 Steak House for over 50 years, The Whaling Station takes the term “Steakhouse” seriously...Select your USDA Prime cut of the USA’s finest beef from a silver tray or enjoy our slow-roasted USDA Prime, Prime Rib. An award-winning wine list and full spirits bar compliment your dining experience. Serving Dinner and cocktails from 4:30pm daily. The Bar at The Whaling Station Steakhouse has its own menu and its own local following, with drink specials and lively conversation served nightly. Parking in our private lot. A private, 50-seat banquet room is also available.
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3. Il Vecchio
4.5
Awesome(76)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Pacific Grove
Booked 7 times today
Located near the Aquarium, we offer a true taste of Italy with our homemade pastas and hand-picked Italian wines. Enjoy dishes crafted from cherished family recipes in a warm, rustic setting that evokes the charm of an Italian trattoria. Whether it's a romantic dinner or a family gathering, Il Vecchio promises an unforgettable dining experience with stunning bay views and exceptional hospitality. Voted "Best Italian Restaurant" every year since 2011.
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4. Grasing's
4.6
Exceptional(3052)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 7 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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5. PortaBella Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1670)
Price: Expensive
• French • Carmel
Booked 42 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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6. Il Fornaio - Carmel
4.4
Awesome(2257)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 32 times today
Il Fornaio in Carmel is a fabulous spot for birthday celebrations. It's frequently praised in reviews for its excellent service, delicious food, and beautiful venue. One reviewer even mentioned getting surprised with an anniversary dessert, while another said they enjoyed their birthday celebration there. With its authentic Italian cuisine, cozy ambiance, and outstanding service, it's a perfect place to celebrate another year of life!
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7. Kona Steak and Seafood
4.8
Exceptional(91)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Monterey
Booked 18 times today
KONA Steak & Seafood was voted the "Best New Restaurant" winner on the beautiful Monterey Peninsula for 2023. Located in the popular Del Monte Shopping Center in Monterey, just minutes from Carmel, Pacific Grove, & all Peninsula cities.A fabulous menu! Enjoy fresh seafood, lobster, Hawaiian loco moco, fresh ahi tuna, a great bacon cheeseburger, bone-in rib eye, miso-glazed seabass, filet mignon, macadamia nut crusted halibut, entree salads, cioppino, seafood pasta, Maui onion soup, coconut curry soup, and a large host of enticing appetizers. Enjoy KONA's generous portions, good value, & free abundant parking! The house baked desserts are worth a trip on their own..... incredible!! The gorgeous "ZenDen Bar" features full bar & "Tiki Bar" style concoctions curated with house made ingredients, and nightly Happy Hour from 3:00-9:00pm. Local wine list, craft draft beers, kid's menu, dog-friendly lanai/patio dining, continuous lunch & dinner service 7 days a week from 11:00am.
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8. Casanova Restaurant Carmel
4.6
Exceptional(2350)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 19 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 $25 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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9. Sur at The Barnyard
4.4
Awesome(497)
Price: Expensive
• American • Carmel Valley
Booked 23 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
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  • Janet
    New York City •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    What an amazing place! The service was excellent from the start. Ben was very gracious, getting our drink orders in quickly in spite of having a full room and always provided good service in spite of the rush of people and orders around us. We never felt rushed and had a nice leisurely meal - prime NY strip for one of us, filet medallions for the other, and the pancetta wrapped scallops with fettucini for me. The portions were very generous - the NY strip was about 12-14 oz, and prepared perfectly to medium rare as ordered and served with mashed potatoes and spinach which is a nice touch since many places have you order sides a la carte. Overall, a very nice experience and we will be back. The area has a lot of options for steakhouses, but the Whaling Station offered the best value compared to places we frequent in Carmel.
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    The Whaling Station SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Monterey
    •
    4.6
  • Mike
    California Central Coast •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great service, very attentive at the table, but not bothersome. Short ribs were amazing and the pairing with the wine was just right.
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    Grasing'sPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carmel
    •
    4.6
  • Barbara
    California Central Coast •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had a wonderful Dinner on the Deck ! It was chilly but the heat lamps kept us very Cozy… We all three ordered from the Locals menu and were pleased with our choices. The service and beautiful view helped to make a fabulous Dinner Experience
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    Beach House Restaurant at Lovers PointPrice: Moderate• Californian• Pacific Grove
    •
    4.5
  • Sarah
    San Diego •9 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Always a favorite! Consistent, excellent food and dining experience.
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    Il VecchioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pacific Grove
    •
    4.5
  • 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
    •
    4.5

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