Restaurants near Carmel Plaza

72 restaurants available nearby

1. The Pocket

4.7

Exceptional(844)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 27 times today

Welcome to The Pocket, the perfect place to be. We know, perfect is a big word! We didn’t get here overnight. The Pocket is inspired by two lifetimes of love for great cuisine, culture, fine wine and cocktails, and the joy of discovering the perfect pairing with family and friends. We were both born into the restaurant industry, watching our parents work hard to create beautiful experiences for their customers. From an early age, we both learned that the experience of dining out is just as important as the food itself. When you achieve that perfect combination of people, ambience, food and drink—you are in The Pocket. We’re so happy you found us. Enjoy, Kent IpsenOwner

2. Anton & Michel Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2958)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 21 times today

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”.

3. Casanova Restaurant Carmel

4.6

Exceptional(2043)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 19 times today

Our current hours are as follows.Tuesday - Thursday, Dinner 4:30pm to 9:00pmFriday- Saturday, Dinner 4:30pm to 9:30pmPlease check our website for an updated menu.Policies: 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. To reserve our Van Gogh's table and private dining space, we require a charge of $100 regardless of the party size. The charge is added to your final bill. 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 10 or more will need to make special accommodations with the manager.Thank you for your continuous support!

4. PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1441)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 26 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

5. Mission Bistro

4.5

Awesome(368)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Carmel

Booked 12 times today

Mission Bistro is located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea featuring a wine bar, private dining room, main dining room, and outdoor patio! Our cozy restaurant is the perfect place to wine and dine with your friends, family and all well-behaved dogs. Our menu includes dish selections from New American, Mexican, Italian, and other International options. We carry many local wines in addition to great selection of regional wines.Mission Bistro is open daily, for lunch and dinner offering a wide variety of delectable entrees and fine wine in a casual homey atmosphere.We look forward to offer you and your guests a great meal in our relaxing setting and cozy atmosphere.

6. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

4.6

Exceptional(1666)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 20 times today

Do you love Italian food? A world famous restaurant executive chef says it all by saying, “the best meals in California are at Carmel Bistro Giovanni!” An artful, romantic setting with an international wine list and amazing cocktails. Try some of our specialties: the "Mamma Mia" features mouth-watering meatballs with pasta and southern Mediterranean-spiced sauce, Veal Osso Buco, Lamb Shank, certified Angus steaks, and a plethora of seafood including halibut, salmon and sand dabs! For our gluten-free guests, we can also provide gluten free pasta and bread.Enjoy a seat on the pet-friendly patio with fall off the bone Osso Bucco and a glass of red wine or a cocktail from our full bar. We look forward to seeing you.*Patio availability depending on weather. We do have limited covered tables outdoors. Please understand this when booking

7. Pangaea Grill

4.4

Awesome(28)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Carmel

Booked 17 times today

Welcome to Pangaea Grill, where culinary excellence meets coastal charm! We take immense pride in announcing that we have been honored with the prestigious title of "Best Restaurant of 2022 and 2023 in Carmel-by-the-Sea."This remarkable achievement reflects our relentless commitment to providing an extraordinary dining experience that delights the senses and captures the essence of this beautiful coastal town. From our exquisite menu crafted with the finest local ingredients to our impeccable service, we strive to create memorable moments for every guest. Join us and indulge in an award-winning culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

8. Il Fornaio - Carmel

4.2

Awesome(2107)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 16 times today

Il Fornaio means the Baker in Italian. Located in downtown Carmel, Il Fornaio offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list. Enjoy wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made and imported pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; antipasti and a wide variety of desserts made daily from scratch.

9. Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(301)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Carmel

Booked 7 times today

Reservations accepted for dinner only.Fifty eight years ago, Elaine and Pierre Boissiere established their eponymous restaurant at its current location, years before Carmel Plaza shopping center was built around it. They sought to offer the city of Carmel-by-the-Sea a relaxing and comforting venue modeled after a European chateau where tables are thoughtfully spaced and fresh flowers, fireplace, candles and soothing musical notes are integral part of the dining experience. The ambience sets the tone for French country food served with a great deal of care for detail and pastries baked daily on premises. It is a testament to their far sightedness that Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant continues to fulfill their vision to this day.

10. Cantinetta Luca

4.4

Awesome(2268)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 17 times today

Cantinetta Luca offers an authentic Italian menu inspired by the traditional recipes of various regions of Italy. Chef/Owner Jason Balestrieri makes sure each hand-crafted dish uses the finest Italian products and locally sourced ingredients in a lively, adult atmosphere. A curated wine list with an expansive Italian varietals section attracts both the novice and educated palates. Inventive cocktails and house-made delicacies, such as salumi, fresh pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and house cut steaks, complete the Cantinetta Luca experience.