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1. Casanova Restaurant Carmel
4.6
Exceptional(2476)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 42 times today
Our current hours are as follows.Monday - Thursday, Dinner 4:30pm to 9:00pmFriday- Saturday, Dinner 4:30pm to 9:30pmPolicies: 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. The charge for NO SHOW is $35 per guest. We will hold your table for 15min max, and will automatically allot 2hrs for your dining pleasure.Parties of 5 or more will need to make special accommodations with the hostess.Thank you for your continuous support!
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2. Pacific's Edge
4.5
Awesome(3465)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Carmel
Booked 67 times today
Nestled on the craggy bluffs of Carmel Highlands and offering spectacular views of the California coastline, Pacific’s Edge lives up to a well-earned reputation as a destination restaurant. Using ingredients inspired by the local bounty from land and sea, a creative culinary team curates seasonal menus complemented by a storied wine list. Where California casual meets refined dining in a one-of-a-kind location, Pacific’s Edge will surely delight all the senses.
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3. Grasing's
4.7
Exceptional(3159)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 21 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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4. Dametra Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(307)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Carmel
Booked 27 times today
Dametra Cafe is a casual Mediterranean restaurant. Here, diners can expect high-quality healthy food delivered quickly in a relaxed atmosphere. The decor and styling of the dining room is distinctly Greek, specifically like one of the many coastal cities that the country is known for. Between that and the hearty portions and prompt service, Dametra Cafe sits nicely between an upscale restaurant and quick-service places.Dametra's Cafe features primarily Greek cuisine, with some Italian and Spanish thrown in for good measure. Appetizers include hummus with pita bread, fried calamari, grilled jumbo prawns and steamed mussels in a white wine and garlic sauce. The meals are split between sandwiches, pasta and entrée offerings and features dishes such as shrimp and crab ravioli, a salmon burger with red onion and tomatoes, lamb shish kebab and a Greek style lamb shank with rice pilaf and fresh vegetables.
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5. Anton & Michel Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3372)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 24 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”.
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6. PortaBella Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1757)
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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7. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni
4.7
Exceptional(2061)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 16 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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8. Sur at The Barnyard
4.5
Awesome(560)
Price: Expensive
• American • Carmel Valley
Booked 22 times today
Voted "Best Restaurant in Carmel Valley 2023"!Located in the picturesque Barnyard Shopping Village just off of HWY 1 between Rio Rd and Carmel Valley Rd. Sur at the Barnyard is where foodies, beer lovers and families escape the stresses of their day-to-day lives to enjoy a great meal!If you don't see a reservation available give us a call anytime and we will be happy to assist!Need a reservation for 7 or more? Give us a call at 831-620-5456 or email us any requests at reservations@suratthebarnyard.com
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9. Pangaea on Ocean Ave
4.3
Awesome(239)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Carmel
Booked 28 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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10. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia
4.6
Exceptional(360)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Carmel
Booked 21 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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  • DougVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •31 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We always have dinner here every time we come to Carmel. Last night we had calamari, crab cakes and sand dabs…all were EXCELLENT! It’s a beautiful restaurant with very friendly staff and a very peaceful, with a lovely ambience. The best thing about our meal was our waiter…Alpha. He is from Zhambia and was very outgoing and fun loving. Just a delightful young man and a budding young movie actor. All in all, it was a perfect dining experience.
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    Pangaea on Ocean AvePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Carmel
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    4.3
  • DougVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •31 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The Linguine with seafood was as good as it gets and the scallops were excellent as well. Very nice casual ambiance with our superb waiter Aaron made for a perfect dining experience.
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    Casanova Restaurant CarmelPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Carmel
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    4.6
  • KathleenVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •40 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We came for my birthday lunch. We were acknowledged, seated at a window-side table with a lovely view of the Pacific, and treated to a delicious birthday dessert. Food was very good—I had the halibut catch of the day, and my husband enjoyed a burger. Service was friendly and attentive. Thank you!!
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    Pacific's EdgePrice: Very Expensive• American• Carmel
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    4.5
  • JamesVIP
    California Central Coast •41 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Superb service, great drinks, excellent menu and beautiful garden view. One our town’s best.
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    Anton & Michel RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carmel
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    4.7
  • 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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