Eat & Drink
A taste of Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Restaurants, cafés, bakeries, bars and other places to eat around Carmel-by-the-Sea.
55 places to eat and drink in Carmel-by-the-Sea are listed here.
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A few places with photos and full details to get you going.
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RestaurantPizza Heaven
RestaurantDametra Cafe
RestaurantCultura Comida y Bebida
RestaurantLa Bicyclette Restaurant
RestaurantForay
RestaurantSushi Heaven
RestaurantVesuvio Restaurant
RestaurantLe Soufflé
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Pizza Heaven
Pizza Heaven is a pizzeria and beer bar on Btwn San Carlos and Mission, with salads.
Dametra Cafe
Dametra Cafe brings the true feel of the Mediterranean food experience to Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, on Ocean Avenue, where people come together to eat, drink, and converse while enjoying music and sometimes…
Cultura Comida y Bebida
Cultura Comida y Bebida is a Mexican restaurant located in the Su Vecino Courtyard in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. The restaurant celebrates the culture of Oaxaca, Mexico, and honors its rich heritage in the…
La Bicyclette Restaurant
La Bicyclette Restaurant is a European restaurant on Dolores Street, with French cooking and modern European cooking.
Sushi Heaven
Sushi Heaven is a Japanese restaurant located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. It offers a wide variety of sushi items, with over 150 options to choose from. The restaurant has a friendly bar and a warm, cozy…
Vesuvio Restaurant
Vesuvio Restaurant is an Italian restaurant and bar on Avenue, with pizza.
Le Soufflé
Le Soufflé is a French restaurant on Southeast corner of 5th Avenue, with vegan options.
Carmel's Bistro Giovanni
Carmel's Bistro Giovanni is an Italian restaurant on between 5th, with Mediterranean cooking.
De Tierra Vineyards
De Tierra Vineyards is a winery on Mission 3SE.
Little Napoli
Little Napoli serves Italian cuisine drawing on southern Italian specialties, Chef Pèpe’s family recipes, and traditions associated with Napoli and the Italian countryside. Its beverage program includes Italian and…
Brophy's Tavern
Brophy's Tavern is a pub on San Carlos Street, with sports bar and American cooking.
Flying Fish Grill
The Flying Fish Grill is located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. It offers a unique dining experience with a fusion of East and West flavors. The restaurant is situated in the Carmel Plaza, with a discreet entrance…
Catch
Catch is a seafood restaurant on Ocean Avenue Between Lincoln Street, with pizza.
Treehouse Café
Treehouse Café is a Mediterranean restaurant on San Carlos Street, with Italian cooking and Thai cooking.
Seventh & Dolores
Seventh & Dolores is a steakhouse and cocktail bar on Avenue, with American cooking.
The Pocket
The Pocket is an American restaurant on Lincoln Street, with seafood.
Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant
Patisserie Boissiere is a French restaurant and patisserie in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, serving classic French cuisine, fresh pastries, and providing a relaxed setting to enjoy good food and wine. The warm,…
Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro
Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro is a brewpub on Mission Street.
L'Escargot
L'Escargot is a French restaurant on Mission Street and 4th, with vegetarian options.
Cafe Luna
Cafe Luna is a coffee shop on Carmel Plaza, with coffee and tea and Asian-fusion cooking.
Pangaea On Ocean Ave
Pangaea On Ocean Ave is an Asian-fusion restaurant on Ocean Avenue Between Lincoln Street, with seafood and breakfast.
Katy's Place
Katy's Place is a breakfast restaurant on Mission Street, with gluten-free options.
Tommy's Wok
Tommy's Wok serves authentic Szechuan, Hunan, and Mandarin cuisine in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. The restaurant has a charming atmosphere, tucked away in the Redwood Court. The menu features dishes made with fresh,…
The Star Bar at Vesuvio
The Star Bar at Vesuvio is an Italian restaurant and lounge on Avenue.
Il Tegamino
Il Tegamino is an Italian restaurant on South side of Ocean Avenue between Lincoln and Monte Verde We are tucked in the Courtyard behind Cottage of Sweets, with comfort food and salads.
Portabella
Portabella is an Italian restaurant and wine bar on Ocean Avenue, with Mediterranean cooking.
Bar Napoli
Bar Napoli is a wine bar on Dolores & 7th, with Italian cooking.
Casanova
Casanova is a restaurant located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, serving French-Italian cuisine. The restaurant is situated on 5th Avenue between Mission and San Carlos. The restaurant is committed to…
Enzo
Enzo is a European restaurant on San Carlos Street, with Mediterranean cooking and Italian cooking.
The Grill on Ocean Ave, Carmel by the Sea
The Grill on Ocean Ave, Carmel by the Sea is an American restaurant on South of Mission 3 SW on, with Mediterranean cooking and seafood.
Nicolas Cocina de Herencia
Nicolas Cocina de Herencia is a Mexican restaurant on ocean avenue, with new mexican cuisine and vegan options.
Mission Bistro
Mission Bistro is a restaurant located on Mission Street in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. The restaurant is owned by Shaheen Alnuaimi and has a history-rich location that is warm and charming. The restaurant serves…
Village Corner Bistro
Village Corner Bistro is an American restaurant on Dolores Street, with seafood.
A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar
A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar serves fresh coastal flavors and craft drinks in a laid-back atmosphere in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea. The bar has a rotating oyster selection, signature seafood dishes, and…
Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar
Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar is a seafood restaurant and bar on between Dolores.
Village Gem Restaurant
Village Gem Restaurant is a seafood restaurant on Mission Street At 5th Avenue Just North of, with American cooking.
Carmel's Hidden Gem Restaurant
Carmel's Hidden Gem Restaurant is an American restaurant on Mission Street, with seafood.
Carmel Bakery
Carmel Bakery is a bakery on Ocean Avenue, with coffee and tea and ice cream and frozen yogurt.
Café Carmel
In the heart of Carmel on Ocean Avenue, Café Carmel stands as a favorite among locals and tourists alike, perfect for a healthy breakfast, lunch or snack. The café serves dishes such as eggs Benedict, sweet or savory…
The Little Swiss Café
The Little Swiss Café is a café on Avenue, with vegetarian options.
Carmel Belle
Carmel Belle prioritizes using fresh ingredients from local sources, serving dishes made with high-quality products in a sustainable manner. The restaurant serves poached egg dishes, salads, and sandwiches, with vegan…
The Carmel Coffee House and Roasting Company
The Carmel Coffee House and Roasting Company sits on Ocean Avenue in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, between San Carlos and Dolores streets in the Las Tiendas building. Breakfast and lunch items are available at the…
Haifa Coffeehouse
Haifa Coffeehouse is a coffee shop on Between 5th, with coffee and tea.
Cafe dal Mare
Cafe dal Mare is a coffee shop on between Ocean & 7th across from Piccadilly Park, with gelato.
Stationæry
Stationæry serves seasonal California cooking, small production wines, and vibrant brunch and dinner in San Carlos Square, Carmel-by-the-Sea. The restaurant's menu highlights comforting flavors with simple, elegant…
Dutch Door Donuts
Dutch Door Donuts is a donut shop on Mission Street, with coffee and tea.
Tuck Box
Tuck Box is a café on between Ocean, with American cooking.
Lula's Chocolates
Lula's Chocolates, based in Monterey, California, has a retail store in Carmel-by-the-Sea, where it sells boxed chocolates and confections made from original recipes and high-quality ingredients. These premium gift…
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co is a coffee shop on Ocean Avenue, with coffee and tea.
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