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Anton & Michel Restaurant, Carmel, CA

Anton & Michel Restaurant

4.7
4.7
2958 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian
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 people

11:30 PM


Booked 19 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary European, Continental
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 624-2406
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Fernando Tostado
  • Private party facilities
    Anton & Michel can accommodate parties of 10 to 100. The semi private Fireplace Rooms seats up to 26 guests and the Fountain Room seats up to 50 guests. The whole restaurant can seat 100 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Bert Simpson: (831) 624-2406
  • Neighborhood
    Carmel
  • Cross street
    Mission Street between Ocean & 7th.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,958 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Romantic

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Service

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Ambiance

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Romantic

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Good for special occasions

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Californian

2,958 Reviews
  1. CharF

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We have dined at Anton & Michel several times while in Carmel. We had heard they had a new owner and we decided to try it anyway. The food and service were as excellent as it had ever been. It will always be one of our go to restaurants when we visit Carmel.

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  2. CodyWP

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Celebrated anniversary at Anton & Michel! Were were so pleased with everything! The ambiance was just right! Food excelllent! Wonderful wine list! Shout out to our server RJ for making it a special evening! We will be back!

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  3. bellacucina55

    San Francisco

    104 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    104 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    This was our first time dining at Anton and Michel. I had the short ribs and my husband the chicken. I also tried the lobster bisque which was delicious! We appreciated that our plates came out HOT. The food was toasty and plentiful. They don’t skimp on portions. It was my birthday and I got a rich and yummy chocolate dessert, no charge. The wines by the glass choices are minimal, but, they do a nice size pour. It’s quiet, you can have a conversation, what a concept! We would go back!

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  4. Tonya

    Central Coast

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Excellent in all categories. Thank you for the lovely experience.

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  5. Elle

    Baltimore

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    This was an absolutely lovely meal. Unexpectedly extremely accommodating to kids! Food was great, service was above and beyond, and the whole thing surpassed our expectations.

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  6. Katherine

    San Francisco

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Wonderful experience! Great food, excellent service and fantastic ambiance! We will be back.

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  7. DianneC

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We always enjoy an evening here. The ambience is lovely and food is delicious.

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  8. stephenl

    San Francisco

    32 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service4Ambience5
    quality of food has slipped at this wonderful restaurant during lunch. will need to try dinner to evaluate. the last 2 visits were average or below.

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  9. MarkT

    Miami

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Outstanding service along with an outstanding meal! Terry is the best waitress!

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  10. Corinne

    San Francisco

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Excellent experience! Delicious, fresh and beautifully prepared & presented food and outstanding service. Lovely white table cloth restaurant and equally beautiful outdoor patio! Very special place.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The Thanksgiving dinner was absolutely delicious. Our food server was efficient and friendly.

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  12. SFsongwriter

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience4
    Always consistent and good. Our server, Mircea, was, as usual, outstanding. He is always very attentive and friendly.

    1 person found this helpful

  13. jacqster3

    New York Area

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Every part of the mea was delicious, service was great, not cheap maybe for special occasions.

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  14. ShaunJ

    Central Coast

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great service and nice atmosphere. Wine list was not over priced like many others , which is a solid reason we will be back. Food could not be faulted. Fish and vegetable soup of the day was really tasty.

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  15. PaloAltoEngineer

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    A truly fine restaurant. The flambé desserts are awesome and pretty unique. The rack of lamb is the best ever.

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  16. clbdineout

    Central Coast

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Tasty menu, would like to see a better selection of wines by the glas

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  17. SteveM

    Sacramento

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    This restaurant has become our favorite must visit destination when we visit Carmel. All aspects of the venue are at a high level of quality, from the greeting to the farewell. Personnel are professional and thoughtful, from the host to wait staff and support staff. The food is always well prepared, proper temperature, and accompanied by fresh sides. If you visit Carmel you should give yourself a treat and try them for dinner. Wonderful setting just adds to the experience.

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  18. MarcellaP

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We had a great experience. We brought my sister out who is very ill and was in a wheelchairs. The owner came right up to us to help her enter the restaurant. So very sweet. The ambience was so nice inside. The food and our waiter were excellent. This was our second time here and we well definitely be back. Thank you to the owner again who also helped us out of the restaurant and made sure my sister was taken care.  they all went way and beyond. Thank you again. ☺️

    1 person found this helpful

  19. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Food is excellent especially when you are well versed in a lot of cuisines and ask the servers to suggest and take them up on them. Amazing experience!

    1 person found this helpful

  20. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    David, our waiter, made our experience better. Food was 10/10. Fricassee was insane. Yes.

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  21. Paintjoe

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    What a joy to have everything come together for a great evening. Thanks Sarah from Hoboken and Alexandria from Rio for making the birthday so special. Chef Fernando outstanding food. Can't wait for our next visit. Awesome!

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  22. DeborahL

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We had a lovely dinner here. The ambiance was beautiful. We sat outside by the fountain. While the food was delicious, what really made the night special was the spectacular service. Our server, Sarah, was extremely kind, professional, fun and attentive. All of the other people helping us were also friendly and professional. This is by far the best restaurant we’ve been to in Carmel. We will be back.

    1 person found this helpful

  23. JohnL

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience5
    Great service, very nice decor and location, very pleasant. Food good, a bit pricy.

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  24. Hillary

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We loved the food and the service here! This restaurant is a must for anyone visiting Carmel by the Sea.

    1 person found this helpful

  25. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    Took my parents here it was lovely. Great service and good drinks, and food.

    1 person found this helpful

  26. Judy

    Central Coast

    22 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    Overall2Food3Service3Ambience2
    We've been here many times in the past. It has lost its specialness with the changes in the menu and the ridiculously higher prices. Splitting a salad is an additional 3.00 over the 18.00 price of the salad. The waitress did not bring us a drinks by the glass menu and suggested a Moet split for my husband.....didn't tell us it was 23.00. Then we saw the drinks by the glass menu and she never mentioned there was a Chandon split for 12.00. The biggest insult is the tiny lettering at the bottom of the menu "3.5% added to credit card payments". Really????? For as long as I've been alive, restaurants absorbed this as a cost of doing business. Now they are passing it along to customers??? Who brings 200.00 cash to a restaurant to pay for dinner? I just think it's shameful and we won't be back. And we were customers for over 30 years!!

    1 person found this helpful

  27. MiltonS

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Very classy with some of the best food in Carmel. Can’t wait to try it out next year.

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  28. RichardAlexander

    San Francisco

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Delightful evening dinner outside by the fountain with exceptional service by Sarah. And thank you for the presentation of the cherries jubilee. Rare to enjoy a flambe dessert. Thank you for a perfect dinner and an extraordinary ending!

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  29. Topchoice

    London

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great menu. Very helpful staff. Garden is great as it’s an inside patio. —- private and quiet

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Amazing lobster bisque. Excellent service and beautiful surroundings. This restaurant is 5 star all the way.

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  31. TomD

    Indiana

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great food and service. Wine was excellent as well.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Always a spectacular experience with consistent service, delicious meals and lovely ambiance. Thank you!

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The owner, Loi was the ultimate host. From a phone call confirming my reservation to his incredible wait staff and a table-side conversation with him before we left made it was one of best dining experiences I’ve ever had. Our server, Chris was upbeat, personable, polished and attentive. We dined on the Oysters Rockefeller, beet salad, crab cakes and filet mignon. All of which were exceptional. As a birthday surprise Chris brought me a salted caramel crème brûlée with a candle—delicious and generous. We sat outside with a running fountain behind us while listening to gentle music playing in the background—what a night and a beautiful birthday kickoff. ❤️🙏🏽 ca

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  34. JKSJ

    Central Coast

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The level of service from the moment you enter the restaurant is outstanding. The oysters Rockefeller and risotto appetizers and the beet salad were excellent. We ordered the Talbot Sleepy Hollow (a local favorite) and Rombauer Chardonnays with our dinner . Both excellent. I highly recommend the duck as an entree as well. The crème brûlée was also quite good for dessert. Overall a great experience.

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  35. Carls

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    Overall5Food4Service5Ambience5
    Server, Sara was fantastic. I interesting flavors on my halibut dish. Unique and delicious.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Exceptional and unique menu- execution was perfection. The service was too-notch. Truly a great evening!

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  37. Chfgraegl

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Wonderful experience, compliments to the chef, the proprietor and David and his team of servers

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  38. BryanA

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    Best ribeye I’ve ever had. Great service, wonderful experience.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Our first time here and the food was excellent as well as the friendly service. Will definitely come back.

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  40. Bianca

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Incredible food and incredible service! The food was traditional French cooking style and very flavorful.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Anton & Michel Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 624-2406.

Anton & Michel Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 2958 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Anton & Michel Restaurant

Mission St & 7th Ave, Carmel, CA 93921-4917

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Mission Street between Ocean & 7th.
  • Neighborhood
    Carmel
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary European, Continental
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Fernando Tostado
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (831) 624-2406
  • Private party facilities
    Anton & Michel can accommodate parties of 10 to 100. The semi private Fireplace Rooms seats up to 26 guests and the Fountain Room seats up to 50 guests. The whole restaurant can seat 100 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Bert Simpson: (831) 624-2406
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