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Baja Cantina - Carmel
Price: Moderate•Mexican / Southwestern•4.6(622)Baja Cantina is a fun and energetic place that is known for its exceptional automotive memorabilia collection and excellent food. We have a large outdoor patio that is perfect to sit and relax on a sunny afternoon with one of our award winning margaritas. We have special events all year round, including our famous classic car gatherings, holiday parties, tequila tastings, and sporting events. ****We only accept online reservations during off-peak times. If you can’t find a time you want online, please give us a call.***Sur at The Barnyard
Price: Expensive•American•4.3(567)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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- CCraigTahoe / Reno Area •11 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoWe went there to celebrate our birthdays, our waitress was very friendly and nice. Food arrived in a moderate time. We received a complimentary mudpie to help celebrate our day.More infoChart House Restaurant - MontereyPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Monterey•4.4
- SSamaVIPLas Vegas •14 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThe BEST food in Monterey!! Beats out the other Top restaurants!! We were shocked to how good the food continues to be at this Hotels casual resturant! Trust me…and you can’t beat the view💦More infoSchooners MontereyPrice: Expensive• Californian• Monterey•4.6
- RRobinSan Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoA wonderful evening- the steaks were the best I have ever had. My granddaughter agreed. The wait staff was also very professional and delightfulMore infoGrasing'sPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carmel•4.8
- AAnn MarieCalifornia Central Coast •18 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoFood and service were excellent as usual. We so enjoy this restaurant every time we visit.More infoSur at The BarnyardPrice: Expensive• American• Carmel Valley•4.3
- KKarenVIPDallas - Fort Worth •29 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoCasanova’s interior is rustic , chic and romantic, whether you’re seated inside the house or in the back courtyard. The service was top notch and our dinner was superb. My husband had the carrot salad to start followed by the sole diver sole, cooked to perfection and skillfully flirted by our capable server. I had the bursts cheese served with asparagus and lightly drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. I had the white sea bass filet as my main course which was seared and served with a very light, and just enough cream sauce with a side of asparagus and morel mushrooms. I fell in love with the Gorius family’s Chardonnay, bright at first turning to creamy and rich. Perfect for me! A little pricey, but with every penny!More infoCasanova Restaurant CarmelPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Carmel•4.6
Discover Carmel Valley
The beach community of Carmel Valley is host to a wide variety of restaurants. Monterey runs the gambit from ultra-fine dining seafood spots and steak houses to a fun tiki bar with a Hawaiian-themed menu. Carmel Valley is just a quick drive from Monterey and features restaurants serving food options ranging from Italian cuisine to French pastries. Most restaurants feature a selection of wines from different local vineyards that diners should find as a nice complement to their meal. Carmel Valley also has a great selection of American restaurants and steak houses to choose from with iconic dishes ranging from ribeyes and pork chops to seared Diver scallops and abalone.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Carmel Valley is Edgar's - Quail Lodge
The best vegetarian restaurants in Carmel Valley are Sur at The Barnyard, Edgar's - Quail Lodge and Baja Cantina - Carmel
The restaurants with the best service in Carmel Valley are Edgar's - Quail Lodge, Sur at The Barnyard and Baja Cantina - Carmel
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Carmel Valley are Baja Cantina - Carmel, Edgar's - Quail Lodge and Sur at The Barnyard
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