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Best restaurants in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Recommended restaurants (48)

Restaurants Quick bites
#21
Terry’s Restaurant + Lounge at Cypress Inn

Terry’s Restaurant + Lounge at Cypress Inn

Elegant dining and live music at Cypress Inn.

4.2 Restaurant
#22
Forge in the Forest

Forge in the Forest

Charming Dog-Friendly Bistro with Lush Gardens

4.1 American Restaurant
#23
Seventh & Dolores

Seventh & Dolores

Award-winning steakhouse with a California twist.

4.1 Steakhouse
#24
The Pocket

The Pocket

Experience culinary perfection and joyful gatherings at The Pocket.

4.1 Restaurant
#25
L'Escargot

L'Escargot

Upscale French bistro serving classic dishes and fine wines.

4.5 French Restaurant
#26
Mulligan Public House

Mulligan Public House

Lively gastropub for American fare and drinks.

4.1 American Restaurant
#27
Casanova

Casanova

Romantic European dining with a charming patio.

4.1 European Restaurant
#28
Chez Noir

Chez Noir

Modern seafood bistro in a charming Carmel setting.

4.1 Restaurant
#29
Il Tegamino

Il Tegamino

Cozy Italian Trattoria Serving Neapolitan Comfort Food

4.1 Italian Restaurant
#30
Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar

Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar

Flaherty's: Fresh Seafood, Oysters, and Coastal Classics.

4.1 Seafood Restaurant
#31
Sushi Heaven

Sushi Heaven

Sushi Heaven: Fresh Sushi in Carmel-by-the-Sea

4.1 Japanese Restaurant
#32
Stationæry

Stationæry

Casual Carmel eatery for brunch and dinner with seasonal California fare.

4.0 Restaurant
#33
The Crossroads BBQ

The Crossroads BBQ

The Crossroads BBQ: Real Smoked BBQ in Carmel, California

4.0 BBQ Restaurant
#34
Catch

Catch

Vibrant seafood restaurant with ocean views on Ocean Avenue.

4.0 Seafood Restaurant
#35
Bud's at La Playa

Bud's at La Playa

Cozy, old-school hotel bar with cocktails and bar food.

4.5 Restaurant
#36
Toro Sushi

Toro Sushi

Toro Sushi: Fresh Japanese fare in Carmel-by-the-Sea.

4.0 Japanese Restaurant
#37
Il Fornaio Carmel

Il Fornaio Carmel

Authentic Italian dining with fresh pasta and bread.

4.0 Italian Restaurant
#38
KP

Katy's Place

Cozy Carmel Cafe for Breakfast and Lunch Favorites

3.8 Breakfast
#39
Enzo

Enzo

Enzo: Chic Italian Dining in Carmel-by-the-Sea

3.8 Italian Restaurant
#40
NCD

Nicolas Cocina de Herencia

4.0 Mexican Restaurant