Restaurants near Carmel Wayfarer Inn

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1. Chez Noir

4.9

Exceptional(62)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 16 times today

Chez Noir is Jonny and Monique’s love letter to Monterey County, celebrating its finest ingredients. We offer a $165 four-course menu in the dining room and on our patio. Our wine program focuses on independent producers, with an all California wine pairing, and select bottles from the West Coast, Spain and France. A no-show fee of $165 per person will be charged to parties who cancel less than 48 hours before their reservation. This policy applies to reductions in party size.Please note that Chez Noir is designed for adults. While we leave the decision to bring children up to the discretion of the parents, it is essential that all guests, no matter how small, be included in the guest count. We do not offer off-menu dishes or high chairs. We do not have a phone; for more info, please email info@cheznoircarmel.com.

2. Grasing's

4.7

Exceptional(3187)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 19 times today

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.

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3. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

4.7

Exceptional(2101)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 37 times today

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 Bucco, Lamb Shank, 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. *Patio availability depending on weather. We do have plenty of heat lamps but do not have covered tables outdoors. Please understand this when booking.* For parties of 6 or more and special events we require a credit card to hold your table with a 24 hour cancellation policy, $40 per person will be applied to your credit card for late cancellations and no shows. We will hold your table for 10 minutes.*We have a $30 corkage fee for a standard size bottle (750 ml.) 2 bottle maximum per table.

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4. Pangaea on Ocean Ave

4.3

Awesome(251)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Carmel

Booked 22 times today

Pangaea on Ocean Ave is a Carmel-by-the-Sea restaurant that offers a unique dining experience. The restaurant's menu features a variety of Asian fusion dishes, as well as classic comfort foods. Pangaea on Ocean Ave is known for its bold flavors, ample portions, and cozy atmosphere. The restaurant is located on Ocean Avenue in Downtown Carmel, California. Pangaea on Ocean Ave is open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week! We also offer a special early 3-Course Sunset Dinner and Happy Hour during the week! Pangaea on Ocean Ave is a popular spot for both locals and tourists.**Please keep in mind that on busy days, our smaller restaurant may experience some delays with reservations. We truly value our guests and can't wait to show you some love!

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5. Il Fornaio - Carmel

4.6

Exceptional(2340)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 25 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.

6. Toro

4.7

Exceptional(743)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Carmel

Booked 21 times today

Toro offers creative Japanese cuisine, and we believe in sourcing high quality ingredients. Our beverage program has a lovely sake and wine collection, as well as some creative sake cocktail creations. Join us soon!

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7. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia

4.4

Awesome(377)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Carmel

Booked 30 times today

Reservations are not needed but are recommended, Walk ins are Welcome.The newest creation from the owners of the beloved Villa Azteca in Downtown Salinas (Salinas City Center), the eatery honoring the Alvarez family patriarch will open Summer 2023 in Carmel Plaza. The 5,000-square-foot restaurant will have indoor dining, bar seating and a small outdoor space, serving specialty Michoacán dishes as well as other Mexican favorites, incorporating three generations of family recipes.

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8. PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1777)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 62 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

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9. L'Escargot - Carmel

4.7

Exceptional(1306)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Carmel

Booked 14 times today

Nestled in a residential neighborhood on Mission Street, three blocks north of Ocean Avenue lies a slice of “Old Carmel”. Originally founded in 1958 by Yvan Nopert and his family, Chef – Owner Kericos Loutas carries on the traditions of superb Country French Cuisine and personalized friendly service. A local favorite for casual fine dining in a romantic atmosphere, L’Escargot offers visitors an alternative to the “tourist experience”. The menu changes frequently, as do the specials. A three-course prix fixed Bistro Menu is offered nightly.

10. Mission Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(557)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Carmel

Booked 15 times today

Located on Mission Street between Ocean Ave & 7th Ave, in Carmel California. Mission Bistro Restaurant is owned by Shaheen Alnuaimi. Our history-rich location is warm, charming, and above all cozy. We offer brunch, lunch, dinner, local, and import wines. Chef Matt Zimny sources from Monterey and Santa Cruz County farms and ranches with the goal of serving what is fresh and currently available. At Mission Bistro we do Seafood and Steaks right. Cheers!

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RobertVIP
Los Angeles •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fantastic food, unusual, fantastic sauces, amazing flavors, balanced. Service fantastic
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Chez NoirPrice: Very Expensive• French• Carmel
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4.9
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Robinson
Orlando / Central Florida East •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent restaurant in Carmel. 05 dishes outstanding
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Il Fornaio - CarmelPrice: Moderate• Italian• Carmel
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4.6
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Jacquelyn
Indiana •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a wonderful dinner at Bistro Giovanni.We had the calamari and crab cake appetizers-delicious. The seafood pasta was excellent. Service was efficient and friendly. Nice atmosphere! Glad we visited!!
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Carmel's Bistro GiovanniPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carmel
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4.7
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WolfgangVIP
California Central Coast •86 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Nice little Japanese restaurant with a great menu and delicious food. Friendly team.
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ToroPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Carmel
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4.7
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Alejandra
Charlotte •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Amazing service, food was delectable! Everyone’s dish was to die for. Cannot wait to dine here again!
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PortaBella RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Carmel
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4.5

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