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Bar - Grasing's, Carmel, CA

Grasing's

4.7 (3181)
$31 to $50
Californian
NW Corner of 6th & Mission Ave., Carmel, CA 93921

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Mario Garcia
  • Catering
    We believe that a passion for food is at the base of every event. Accomplished and inventive, Chef Grasing continually rises above the expectations of each client's palette with menus that present engaging flavors in an artful presentation. <br /><br />We pay attention to details. We know the success of your event depends on it. We attend to those details in order to achieve our goal of providing you with the perfect event.
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrations at Grasing’s Coastal Cuisine dazzle the senses. With our enchanting location, rooftop patio and two separate dining rooms, Grasing’s will make your event truly memorable -- be it a corporate function, garden party, bridal shower or wedding reception. We will work closely with you to prepare a menu that is both exciting and satisfying. Starting with our seasonal Contemporary California cuisine, we can help develop a menu catered to your individual taste. We’ll also help you select wines, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverage selections that nicely compliment your menu. We will be happy to assist you with all of your meeting and party-planning needs. Create your own fantasy, and let Grasing’s events expert take care of every detail. Planning a holiday event? Please contact us or visit our website for more information.
  • Neighborhood
    Carmel
  • Cross street
    NW Corner of Sixth Ave. and Mission Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking in Carmel is strictly 2 hours until 7:00 pm, every day. This is highly enforced.
  • Public transit
    MST Bus Stop adjacent
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,181 people are saying

Grasing's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Great for fine wines

  • California Central Coast

    Californian

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Overall

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Food

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for fine wines

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Grasing's in Carmel offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding food and service," praised for its attentive staff and exquisite dishes like the beet salad and filet. The wine list is "absolutely outstanding," and diners appreciate the cozy ambience and thoughtful touches for special occasions. Ideal for both romantic and pet-friendly dining.
3,181 Reviews
  1. Tami

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wine selections, quality of all food from starters through desserts were above and beyond delicious! The sommelier is above and beyond and the selections are out of this world. This is our second time here off a recommendation and it never disappoints!

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  2. GRACE VIP

    San Diego31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, we met Kurt, and he and his excellent staff, who took really good care of us in the bar. Wow! 3000 wine cellar!⭐️🍷We will be back!

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  3. David M VIP

    California Central Coast14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience except they put 4 noisy men next to us. Would have been much better experience if only couples around us.

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  4. Dan

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    My recent visit to Grasing's Restaurant left me with a rather mixed impression. While some aspects of the dining experience were acceptable, several key areas fell short, impacting the overall enjoyment of the evening. The service was, at best, average. There was a noticeable lack of attentiveness, and our server seemed disengaged throughout the meal. Adding to the discomfort was the awkward table placement. Our table was at the top of the stairs and lacked the comfortable ambiance one would hope for in a dining establishment. It contributed to a less than ideal atmosphere for our meal. As for the food, it was unfortunately just average. While nothing was particularly bad, there was nothing that truly stood out or impressed. The dishes lacked the memorable flavors and quality that would justify the price point and reputation.

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  5. Piotr

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic choice of wines, excellent and helpful service

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  6. David VIP

    Virginia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is fabulous . Our favorite dining experience of the week we spent in Carmel.

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  7. Franco VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area57 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I had the steak and it was ok. There was not a lot of taste to it. The garlic mash on the other hand was amazing. Great location and the inside clean and presentable.

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  8. Kelsey

    California Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I went to dinner to celebrate our first anniversary and we couldn’t have picked a better place! The ambiance was perfect; intimate. Our waiter, Steven, was spot on! The food was delicious..my sole dish was to die for! We will definitely be back!

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  9. Tiana VIP

    Hawaii7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hidden Gem with Big Flavor & Even Bigger Hospitality! Grasing’s is everything I love about Carmel-by-the-Sea—charming, cozy, and full of character. From the moment I called to say I was running late, the kindness of the staff set the tone for a perfect night. Our server warmly told me not to worry, and when we arrived, the entire evening felt like dining in a storybook cottage with elevated, elegant touches. We started with the bruschetta, which was fresh and vibrant—the leafy greens came sprinkled with edible flowers (I mean… how cute is that?!). For dinner, we shared the tomahawk steak, and wow—come hungry. It was massive, cooked exactly to our preference, and paired perfectly with a generous helping of crispy, golden truffle fries. Comfort and luxury in one dish! Cocktails were top-notch—balanced, delicious, and beautifully crafted. The bar area itself is classy without being pretentious, and the interior feels like a refined hideaway. Special shoutout to the service—everything was timed just right, and they even rearranged the table when serving to make the setting feel polished and intentional. Stephen deserves a raise! To end the night, the jasmine bread pudding blew me away. As someone who’s actually had jasmine desserts in the mountains of China, I can say this dessert absolutely holds its own. Huge kudos to the pastry chef! Only thing I regret is forgetting to tell them it was my guest’s birthday—other tables received celebratory cakes and I missed the chance to make that memory. Totally on me, but I’ll definitely be back… and next time, I won’t forget. 10/10 would recommend for a romantic date night, special dinner, or any time you want to feel a little spoiled.

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  10. CHRIS

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Frayne took great care of us and helped make our son’s graduation dinner memorable! Thank you Frayne!!

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FAQs

Grasing's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 624-6562.

Grasing's is rated 4.7 stars by 3181 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Grasing's

NW Corner of 6th & Mission Ave., Carmel, CA 93921

Additional information

  • Cross street
    NW Corner of Sixth Ave. and Mission Street
  • Neighborhood
    Carmel
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking in Carmel is strictly 2 hours until 7:00 pm, every day. This is highly enforced.
  • Public transit
    MST Bus Stop adjacent
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mario Garcia
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We believe that a passion for food is at the base of every event. Accomplished and inventive, Chef Grasing continually rises above the expectations of each client's palette with menus that present engaging flavors in an artful presentation. <br /><br />We pay attention to details. We know the success of your event depends on it. We attend to those details in order to achieve our goal of providing you with the perfect event.
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrations at Grasing’s Coastal Cuisine dazzle the senses. With our enchanting location, rooftop patio and two separate dining rooms, Grasing’s will make your event truly memorable -- be it a corporate function, garden party, bridal shower or wedding reception. We will work closely with you to prepare a menu that is both exciting and satisfying. Starting with our seasonal Contemporary California cuisine, we can help develop a menu catered to your individual taste. We’ll also help you select wines, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverage selections that nicely compliment your menu. We will be happy to assist you with all of your meeting and party-planning needs. Create your own fantasy, and let Grasing’s events expert take care of every detail. Planning a holiday event? Please contact us or visit our website for more information.
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