Restaurants near Carmel Wayfarer Inn

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1. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

4.7

Exceptional(2057)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 18 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.

2. Grasing's

4.8

Exceptional(3157)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 20 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. PortaBella Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1758)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 41 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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4. Pangaea on Ocean Ave

4.3

Awesome(237)

$$$$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. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia

4.6

Exceptional(360)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Carmel

Booked 19 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.

6. Chez Noir

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4.9

Exceptional(29)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 21 times today

Starting June 1st, 2025, our menu will be $165.00 + 20% service charge + tax.Chez Noir is Jonny and Monique’s love letter to Monterey County, celebrating the region’s finest ingredients. We offer a thoughtfully crafted four-course menu in our dining room and on our patio, while our intimate six-seat bar features a selection of à la carte offerings. Honored with a Michelin star and twice nominated for James Beard Awards, we take pride in creating an exceptional dining experience that is both welcoming and relaxed. Our wine program highlights independent producers, offering an all-California wine pairing while also featuring selections from our favorite European houses to complement our menu.We do not have a phone; for more information or to answer your questions please email us at info@cheznoircarmel.com

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7. Il Fornaio - Carmel

4.6

Exceptional(2330)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 15 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.

8. Toro

4.7

Exceptional(731)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Carmel

Booked 19 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!

9. Il Tegamino

4.7

Exceptional(1161)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 14 times today

Just steps off Ocean Avenue in downtown Carmel, California, Il Tegamino is Carmel's favorite hidden gem. Wander past Carmel's iconic candy shop to find us tucked behind boutiques in a courtyard off the beaten path. We are a tiny restaurant charmingly hidden in Carmel-by-the-Sea's first courtyard. Dine al fresco in our outdoor space within The Court of the Golden Bough courtyard complete with standing heaters and an awning or feel transported to an authentic Italian bistro in our bustling small dining room. We welcome you to come grab a glass of vino in our new wine room. As a local small business, you will often find owner Giuseppe at your table side to welcome you and serve his menu of Italian comfort food inspired by his upbringing in Southern Italy.

10. Mission Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(541)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Carmel

Booked 14 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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Updated on 5/28/2025

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Vincente
1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My experience was so good. Alan was our server and he was very helpful throughout the night did whatever he had to do to make our night right we had a lovely night because of Alan and want to thank him for the lovely experience. We had definitely going to come back.
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Grasing'sPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carmel
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4.8
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Margie
Hawaii •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Love this restaurant and will be back on our trips to Carmel exce
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Carmel's Bistro GiovanniPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carmel
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4.7
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JudyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Despite a reservation, we had to wait 20 minutes to be seated. But once seated, the service was very good. Four of us shared the lettuce wraps, chicken wings, mushroom ravioli, galbi, and the coconut curry. Everything was fantastic.
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Pangaea on Ocean AvePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Carmel
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4.3
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Jessica
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 20, 2025
Quaint restaurant in Carmel-By-The-Sea, food and drinks were good, ambiance was romantic
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PortaBella RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Carmel
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4.6
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JennyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •25 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
Lovely casual sushi place. Sommelier was friendly and provided a great recommendation. Food well priced. We had a great experience. If we lived here, we’d come regularly.
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ToroPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Carmel
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4.7

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