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Mission Bistro, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA

Mission Bistro

4.7
4.7
281 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
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.

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2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 19 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Californian, Steakhouse

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (831) 574-8344

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    Middle Eastern, Women

  • Executive chef

    Executive Chef Tim Uttaro

  • Catering

    We do catering for Carmel & Pebble Beach areas.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer a beautiful private wine room for special occasions, and private events! Come see it for yourself or ask us to provide you with a digital tour.

  • Neighborhood

    Carmel

  • Cross street

    Mission street, between 7th and Ocean. Across from The Plaza

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 281 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Seafood

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Food

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for fine wines

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Seafood

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    119 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    119 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Interested items on the menu, and what we ordered was well prepared. Service was excellent.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, friendly staff. We enjoyed our mail. The quality of thee food is good, prices are very reasonable. We will come back here.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We stopped here for a late lunch and had exceptional service. We had the ahi salad, the chicken sandwich, kids steak and fries. Everything was tasty and fresh. It was a great lunch. Highly recommend!
  4. CarolineR

    San Francisco

    78 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an amazing dinner. We’ve only been there for lunch and loved it. Dinner was exceptional and lovely to meet the owner and the executive chef. They came to our table to check on things we can’t wait to go back!
  5. JKSJ

    Central Coast

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Family owned restaurant that makes you feel at home from the start. The ambience was casual and cozy. The burrata appetizer was very good and the the entrees were as well. My son ordered the ribeye and it was quite good , and my wife had the swordfish and it was very fresh and flaky. The salmon was also very fresh and tasty and my Clam and Pancetta linguine was excellent. One of the owners was our server and she was very friendly and attentive. A nice variety of wines to choose from. The bread pudding is also a must. Highly recommend this restaurant.
  6. AndrewD

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great bistro with super food and great service - lovely place to have dinner with friends fe as we did
  7. Tresora

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved Mission Bistro so much during our brief visit to Carmel that we decided to eat dinner there two nights in a row. They were extremely dog friendly and offered a pup menu, which our mutt appreciated. Food and wine were lovely and the service second to none. We’ll be back.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came for Mother’s Day and it was a great choice. For starters we had the carpaccio and the pork belly, they were both great. The little salad that comes with the pork belly was AMAZING! As entrees we got the burger which my daughter really enjoyed, the fries were great and the aioli was yummy. My sister got the pork tomahawk, the pork was juicy and the fingerling potatoes were perfectly salty and crispy. I ordered the Cioppino, it did not disappoint. I’ll definitely go back!
  9. Bumpkinepicurean

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat outside with our dog and were treated like royalty. I love this restaurant and will be back often. The menu is varied and interesting, the food is outstanding and the service is impeccable. Shaheen and his wife are fantastic hosts and will make you feel welcome. Chef Tim Uttaro wows us with culinary style and locally sourced ingredients. So nice to have a restaurant of this quality in Carmel. Thank you!
  10. MO76

    San Francisco

    25 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience4
    I booked the restaurant after reading all the good reviews. We ordered the calamari, crab cake for appetizers, and sea bass and short rib ravioli for main entrees. While the calamari was pretty fresh and the short rib ravioli was decent, the crab cakes and sea bass were not quite fresh, with the latter being way too salty. The service and ambience were good, but didn't make up for the quality of the food. It was overall a disappointment.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was AMAZING - the pork belly appetizer was one of the most delicious things I’ve ever eaten. The restaurant is cozy, and service was very attentive but not intrusive. Cannot recommend this place more!
  12. HazelD

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great! Food was really good and fresh. Place is clean and nice decor. Service was excellent. Highly recommended.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    This was hilarious bad. We thought we were saving money by going to a two $ instead of 3 and deeply regret it. Service was bad and the food was sub par. The staff knew the service was bad and were super kind. Even gave us a free entree and I still would never go back
  14. Dinner

    Sacramento

    398 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    398 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding meal and service. Great ambiance in this restaurant. Loved it and would definitely go back.
  15. Haddock53

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Good food, excellent service, very good choice of wines in half bottle size which is extremely unusual. Prices are in line with the quality. We will return.
  16. Lemecquiaimelevin

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My boyfriend and I dined here after having down the Big Sur marathon. The manager and wait staff could not have been more attentive and helpful! and the dishes were incredibly good as well. I will definitely want to revisit Mission Bistro next time in Carmel.
  17. MS111

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience2
    They had a large party in the restaurant and apparently they couldn’t serve them and the rest of the restaurant at the same time. It was 30+ minutes after I finished my salad that my entree finally arrived. I had to eat it quickly in order to make it to my next event on time. I would have enjoyed coffee and to at least peruse the dessert menu, but there was no time for that.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner was excellent. The chef and manager always add the extra touch! Best ribeye I’ve ever had!
  19. CHUCKE

    Oklahoma City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was sooooo D!! Awesome food & presentation!! Steaks and seafood selections , wine & cocktails were wonderful
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner with good friends and the food and service was excellent. One of our very favorite restaurants and we are locals who know where to dine! The owner, Shaheen, is always on hand to make sure everything is perfect .
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Amarillo

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Lovely salads and beef. We enjoyed the location. The service was good except the salt and pepper we requested took a while to arrive. They allow dogs indoors here which is a Carmel thing. However, at no fault of the restaurant, one dog barked throughout our meal. At the end of the meal, the dog was licking the plate of the owner/patron. For a $100+ meal, we were a little taken back by this being allowed. Exploring Carmel restaurants is the thing to do. So many fabulous choices.
  22. Mikej

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing and the staff was very tentative and very friendly. I would definitely recommend Mission Bistro to all of my friends and family.
  23. Bryan

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent bistro steak and salmon. We have eaten at Mission Bistro 3 times and every time excellent. One time was with a group of 16.
  24. JoriG

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very friendly hostess and server, nice atmosphere. Our meal was outstanding. The crab cakes were delicious and perfectly prepared, the wedge salad was delicious and the scallops were incredible. The purée that accompanied these was amazing! Husband had the spare rib raviolis with another excellent sauce. The chef came out to our table to inquire of our dinner, I love this practice! We highly recommend Mission Bistro!
  25. CharlesW

    Denver

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Excellent food. Noise was a little high but tolerable. Very good service and ambience.
  26. CatherineS

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    EXCELLENT Bison, Crispy skinned Salmon. wonderful service. we always have great food & experiences here. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. wine, no bar.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great! Friendly, attentive service, great food, thank you!
  28. Youngprofdiner

    Sacramento

    127 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    127 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had brunch here on an anniversary weekend trip. Lovely meal. Wonderful food and service. Dog friendly
  29. Auggiesman

    San Francisco

    98 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    OK one of our new top 5 in Carmel. Everything was outstanding. Staff very personable including owner and chef. Friends found it as it was only place with a generator during power outage and we returned to check it out. So glad we did. Go there. Now
  30. osaxica

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great menu, nice options. The pork belly appetizer is fantastic!! Love taking friends there and a local favorite. Nice list of wines too. Service was really nice and not overly attentive. May book the wine room for my next special occasion. Have recommended to others and they were not disappointed. Would like to see more zero options for mocktails for my non-alcoholic friends and family.
  31. Anon

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The chef has done an excellent job of finding new approaches to well known bistro dishes. The mussels were fantastic as was our seafood entree. We will certainly be going back.
  32. CouldBeBetter

    Central Coast

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Good ambience with adequate food. Service needs to improve. Was there at a relatively low traffic period and still had to wait for server to bring water. Forgot bread that we were told was coming. Sever never offered a dessert menu. Just handed us the bill. We went next door to a bakery that had some great pastry.
  33. Mary

    London

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We had fun and enjoyed our meal, but it was not outstanding, just good.
  34. MIchael

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful evening. Great good and atmosphere. Terrific server. We were treated like regulars. A definite must for our next Carmel trip,
  35. rickw

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Reviews can be tricky setting up expectations that may not be matched for the next customer. I found the food to be outstanding, more importantly, the hospitality and passion for wines that are reasonably priced made a very strong impression on me.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Impromptu trip to Carmel. The burrata was the best item we had, it was really good! The pork belly was a little dry compared to others we’ve had. Overall really nice place and we would go back for sure.
  37. WendieR

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We are all locals and love to come here. Mission Bistro never disappoints
  38. CharleneB

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The food was excellent. My crispy salmon was cooked perfectly. The mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts were really good. The blue cheese wedge was super crisp and tasty. The bavette was expertly prepared. We will definitely return.
  39. kimk

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service2ambience5
    Great food. The Crudo was fabulous. I’d go again. The service wasn’t the best. Our server kept forgetting about us. Kept our wine by table but never refilled our glasses. A little pricey but worth it.
  40. Bettysue

    Central Coast

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday for a dear friend

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Mission Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 574-8344.

Mission Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 281 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Mission Bistro

Mission St. 2 SW of Ocean Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Mission street, between 7th and Ocean. Across from The Plaza

  • Neighborhood

    Carmel

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Californian, Steakhouse

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Middle Eastern, Women

  • Executive chef

    Executive Chef Tim Uttaro

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (831) 574-8344

  • Catering

    We do catering for Carmel & Pebble Beach areas.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer a beautiful private wine room for special occasions, and private events! Come see it for yourself or ask us to provide you with a digital tour.

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