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Discover Carmel’s Culinary Scene

Experience the flavors of Carmel-by-the-Sea with our handpicked selection of restaurants, wine bars, and cafes. From fresh local seafood to award-winning cuisine, Carmel offers something delicious for every palate and occasion.

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Mission Ranch

Mission Ranch

26270 Dolores St
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923

The Restaurant at Mission Ranch is one of the most spectacular spots to dine on the Monterey Peninsula. The view is gorgeous: sheep grazing in our meadow, Santa Lucia Mountains in the near distance and…

Cafe Luna

Cafe Luna

Ocean & Mission, Carmel Plaza
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Located in Carmel Plaza, Carmel Coffee and Cocoa Bar is a cozy cafe great for quick bites, sandwiches and salads.

Carmel Belle

Carmel Belle

Doud Craft Studios, Ocean & Carlos
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Carmel Belle proudly sources its ingredients from farmers and purveyors that practice sustainability, and provide honest, high-quality products that taste really good. Our meats are hormone-free, grass-fed/free-range…

Bistro Giovanni

Bistro Giovanni

San Carlos between 5th & 6th
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

When it comes to full-flavor California-Mediterranean cuisine, just one restaurant comes to mind: Bistro Giovanni, a signature Firok Shield restaurant with exceptional food, gorgeous murals adorning the…

L’Escargot

L’Escargot

Mission at 4th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Nestled in a residential neighborhood on Mission Street, three blocks north of Ocean Avenue lies a slice of “Old Carmel”. L’Escargot was founded in 1958 by Yvan Nopert (No-pear),…

Sticks

Sticks

2700 17 Mile Dr
Pebble Beach, CA 93953

After a spectacular round of golf or a brisk walk on the beach, STICKS is the perfect place for down-home comfort food served up in a lively sports-bar atmosphere. Savor hearty meals, cold draft beer…

River Ranch Cafe

River Ranch Cafe

1 Old Ranch Rd.
Carmel Valley, CA 93923

The casual and playful River Ranch Café resides in The Ranch’s most historic building (132 years old). Join us poolside at the high-energy, family-oriented River Ranch for a mix of your…

Tommy's Wok

Tommy's Wok

Mission between Ocean & 7th
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Where the locals eat. Szechwan-Hunan, Mandarin cuisine. 100% olive oil & canola oil, NO MSG, all real ingredients, no artificial color. Dim Sum available during lunch. Closed on Mondays.

Stillwater Bar & Grill

Stillwater Bar & Grill

1700 17-Mile Drive
Pebble Beach, CA 93953

Stillwater Bar & Grill prides itself in offering the freshest and most flavorful in sustainable seafood and organic produce. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner—or Stillwater’s…

Carmel Bakery & Coffee House

Carmel Bakery & Coffee House

Ocean between Dolores & Lincoln
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Proudly serving Carmel since 1899 – the oldest business in town! Featuring Italian biscotti and cannoli, soft pretzels, sandwiches, burritos, soups and salads.

Valley Kitchen

Valley Kitchen

1 Old Ranch Rd.
Carmel Valley, CA 93923

Introducing Valley Kitchen, a fun, vibrant restaurant that embodies the unique values and spirit of the Carmel Valley Ranch experience. Valley Kitchen draws inspiration from the resort's most distinguishing…