The Pocket - Carmel

4.7

965 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining
Neighborhood gem

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Fusion / Eclectic, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(831) 626-8000
Website
http://www.thepocketcarmel.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Mike Fischetti
Private party facilities
Private event available in our gorgeous private dining room which can host an event up to 18 guests. Call us today to inquire about our special events package.

Location
5 Lincoln St, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
Neighborhood
Carmel
Cross street
Lincoln Street, Between 5th and 6th
Parking details
Make extra time to find parking in Carmel, it can be a bit of a challenge
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Roasted Local Carrots $14.00
Labneh, Aleppo, Lavender Honey, Pistachios & Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Burrata $19.00
Castelvetrano Olive Tapenade, Saba, Grilled Ad Astra Bread & Olive Oil
Grilled Spanish Octopus $23.00
Salsa Verde, Crispy Potatoes & Chorizo Mousse
Fried Monterey Calamari $19.00
Grilled Lemon, Harissa Aioli & Chermoula
Nana's Meatball Marinara $19.00
Certified Angus Beef Meatballs, Whipped Ricotta, Grana Padano Cheese & San Marzano Tomato Sauce
Cast Iron Sesame Brioche$12.00
Sugarcane Butter & Smoked Sea Salts

Greens

Little Gem Salad$16.00
Pico De Gallo, Avocado, Radish, Crispy Tortillas, Cilantro, Kale, Roasted Poblano, Queso Fresco & Garlic Lime Dressing
Sugar Snap Pea Salad$15.00
Pea Shoots, Crispy Potatoes, Soft Boiled Eggs, Ricotta Salata, Spring Onions & Truffle Vinaigrette
Roasted Golden Beets $15.00
Shaved Candy Striped Beets, Pepita Pesto, Goat Cheese Yogurt, Blood Orange & Orange Glaze
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$18.00
Smoked Shoyu Caesar Dressing, Breadcrumbs, Preserved Lemons & Grana Padano
Grilled Swank Farms Asparagus$18.00
Romesco, Arugula, Radish & Barrel Aged Sherry Vinaigrette

Grains

Tagliatelle Alla Gricia $29.00
Sugar Snap Peas, House Cured Lamb Bacon & Cultured Pecorino Butter
Everything Spiced Gnocchi$32.00
House Cured King Salmon, Pickled Red Onions, Lemon Zest & Caper Butter Sauce
English Pea Risotto $29.00
English Pea Puree, Pea Tendrils, Mascarpone & Grana Padano
Spicy Crab Noodles $37.00
Fresh Noodles, Dungeness Crab, Garlic-Chili Butter & Spring Onion Oil

Mains

Pan Seared Local Black Cod $44.00
Celery Root Puree, Miso Chili Crunch & Garlic Broccolini
Pan Seared Striped Bass $42.00
Baker's Bacon Butter Sauce, Snow Peas, Herb Oil & Fingerling Potatoes
Pan Seared Scallops $44.00
Carbonara Arancini, Nduja Butter & Fava Bean Puree
16 oz Certified Angus Beef Ribeye $65.00
French Onion Tart & Koji-Black Garlic Butter
Certified Angus Beef Bone In Short Rib $59.00
Bacon Jam & Aged Cheddar Polenta
Jamaican Jerk Pork Chop $46.00
Sweet Potato Puree, Pineapple Rum Glaze & Grilled Pineapple Salsa
West Indian Style Curried Chicken $41.00
Jasmine Rice, Coconut Curry Sauce, Scallions & Cilantro
Certified Angus Beef Filet $60.00
Red Chimichurri, Grilled Spring Onions, Crispy Kennebec Potatoes & Wild Mushrooms

Sweets

Basque Style Cheesecake $16.00
Rhubarb Compote & White Chocolate Sauce
Cherry Crisp $16.00
Seasonal Cherries, Karen's Crumble Crust, Salted Caramel & Revival Cinnamon Ice Cream
Flourless Chocolate Cake $16.00
Homemade Marshmallow, Peanut Butter Mousse, Chocolate Sauce & Graham Cracker Crumble
Olive Oil Cake $16.00
Olive OIl, Sea Salt, Whipped Cream & Apricot Syrup
Local Berry Bread Pudding $16.00
Vanilla Cream, Berry Compote & Revival Vanilla Ice Cream
Ice Cream or Sorbet $14.00
Daily Selections

What 965 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

965 Reviews

DF
DragonFoodie
Hawaii
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good food. Interesting flavors. Definitely a better option that most of the “touristy” restaurants on Ocean Ave. You’ll get way better tasting & quality food. Will definitely be back when in the Monterey / Carmel area in the future.
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Saint
VIP
Rome
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a first class experience! Sunny, Lisette, Chef and the entire staff couldn’t be more professional and welcoming. Chef recommended the Halibut which was fresh caught that day and lovely. The Calamari appetizer was plentiful and on an interesting and flavorful sauce. I could go on and on….
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Greatly exceeded our expectations. Plenty of interesting plates to choose from, including several delicious vegetable side dishes. Large servings. Impeccable service provided by at least four staff members who tended to our needs. Although the restaurant was full, it was quiet enough that I could easily hear the conversation at the table.
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Bax7
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So this restaurant was recommended to us by our driver. We made reservations and went to experience what the hype was all about. We started with the pea greens salad and it was so yummy. The mains came, I had the halibut and my partner had the wagu short ribs. His was really tasty from what he claims but my halibut was a bit dry. We finished with the berry bread pudding…. AMAZING!!! My take is that the $44 plate is really expensive for dry fish. $14 for a glass of perseco and $25 for a glass of wine….. a little much. I do realize we are in Carmel but I would have tried another spot had I known. Well worth the try….. just expensive.
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FoodNinjaMonterey
Central Coast
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent dining spot! Food is fantastic, service was impeccable (shout out to Colin). Location is great. Best olive oil cake I’ve ever had. Not lying.
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PollyR
Philadelphia
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a fabulous birthday dinner we had at The Pocket! Food was incredible and the menu was fresh and unique. Our server was outstanding, she made excellent recommendations and she nailed our order. The ambience is lovely, a friendly modern twist on classic Carmel dining. Welcoming staff made special reservations simple from afar. We will definitely dine here again and again!
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Marc
Columbus
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and service. The short rib was outstanding. Would definitely go back.
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Luap
VIP
Tallahassee
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very pleased. First time and our waiter Colin was excellent
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice atmosphere, food was terrific and the service was excellent!
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KSLD
VIP
New York City
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We always love this spot, the food is always very good, fresh and interesting. I would give it a five if: they changed the so called music. It is drivel, annoying and not conducive to conversation. They should at least try something softer, less bass, more relaxing. And I love music! Would love if they carried Beefeaters Gin; Hendricks or others are not my favorite.
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5 Lincoln St, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923

Additional information

Cross street
Lincoln Street, Between 5th and 6th
Neighborhood
Carmel
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Fusion / Eclectic, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Make extra time to find parking in Carmel, it can be a bit of a challenge
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mike Fischetti
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thepocketcarmel.com/
Phone number
(831) 626-8000
Private party facilities
Private event available in our gorgeous private dining room which can host an event up to 18 guests. Call us today to inquire about our special events package.

The Pocket - Carmel

Not available on OpenTable

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Additional information

Olive Oil Cake

Local Halibut

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Starters

Roasted Local Carrots $14.00

Burrata $19.00

Grilled Spanish Octopus $23.00

Fried Monterey Calamari $19.00

Nana's Meatball Marinara $19.00

Cast Iron Sesame Brioche$12.00

Greens

Little Gem Salad$16.00

Sugar Snap Pea Salad$15.00

Roasted Golden Beets $15.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$18.00

Grilled Swank Farms Asparagus$18.00

Grains

Tagliatelle Alla Gricia $29.00

Everything Spiced Gnocchi$32.00

English Pea Risotto $29.00

Spicy Crab Noodles $37.00

Mains

Pan Seared Local Black Cod $44.00

Pan Seared Striped Bass $42.00

Pan Seared Scallops $44.00

16 oz Certified Angus Beef Ribeye $65.00

Certified Angus Beef Bone In Short Rib $59.00

Jamaican Jerk Pork Chop $46.00

West Indian Style Curried Chicken $41.00

Certified Angus Beef Filet $60.00

Sweets

Basque Style Cheesecake $16.00

Cherry Crisp $16.00

Flourless Chocolate Cake $16.00

Olive Oil Cake $16.00

Local Berry Bread Pudding $16.00

Ice Cream or Sorbet $14.00

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