Restaurants
California
There's no better place than the Central Coast for authentic Californian fare. Our guide is designed to help food lovers explore the culinary delights of Monterey Bay and discover hidden gems that will tantalize their taste buds. If you're always on the lookout for light and healthful foods that are influenced and inspired by the ingredients and resources of the Golden State, you'll fall in love with Monterey County's food offerings quickly. People who love seasonal seafood dishes are sure to become enamored by Monterey's imaginative, creative and exciting approach to California eats. Get ready to embark on a gastronomic adventure that will leave you wanting more!
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Beach House at Lovers Point
620 Ocean View Blvd Pacific Grove, CA 93950
The Beach House at Lovers Point, Casual California dining overlooking Lovers Point Beach.
The Beach House welcomes you to one of the world’s most romantic dining destinations. Stunning…
Carmel Visit Website
Edgar’s at Quail Lodge
8000 Valley Greens Dr Carmel, CA 93923
Savor all of the flavors of the fresh ingredients harvested from local organic farms and coastal waters, and enjoy the casual atmosphere of both indoor and outdoor dining at our Carmel Valley restaurant.…
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Abalonetti Bar and Grill
57 Fisherman's Wharf Monterey, CA 93940
One of the Wharf's original restaurants, Abalonetti Seafood features casual waterfront dining, where Monterey's squid (calamari) is the star! Prepared more than a dozen ways, many invented…
Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website
Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar
6th Avenue between Dolores & San Carlos Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
We Know Seafood... We know good seafood, we know how to buy it and we know how to prepare it. Unlike most restaurants (even the best of them) where fish is often a secondary item on the menu……
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Pacific’s Edge Restaurant
120 Highland Dr Carmel, CA 93923
Set on the edge of the earth overlooking the unforgettable ocean vistas, Pacific’s Edge Restaurant at Hyatt Carmel Highlands offers award-winning cuisine in a sophisticated atmosphere with glass walls…
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Anton & Michel
Mission Street between Ocean & 7th. Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Anton & Michel isn't just another restaurant in Carmel; it's a Carmel institution, steeped in four decades of history and culinary excellence. Founded in 1980,…
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Tides Waterfront Kitchen
2600 Sand Dunes Drive Monterey, CA 93940
Our panoramic setting combines a relaxed beach front environment paired with sophistication and simplicity to provide the perfect dining experience. The freshest concept in Monterey Dining, Tides…
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Rio Grill
101 Crossroads Blvd. Carmel, CA 93923
Since 1983, Rio Grill has been the place to meet friends, enjoy cocktails, food and wine and experience great dining on the Monterey Peninsula. Our high energy restaurant is located at the mouth of…
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Fin + Field Restaurant And Bar
350 Calle Principal Monterey, CA 93940
Chef Samuel Santos brings his love of food and passion for the kitchen together at Fin + Field, the hotel’s new eatery. The décor of the restaurant and bar integrates seamlessly into the…
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Sierra Mar
47900 State Highway 1 Big Sur, CA 93920
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean with a spectacular view of the California coast, the award winning Sierra Mar Restaurant serves world-class cuisine in an awe-inspiring setting. This Big Sur restaurant…
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Basil Carmel
San Carlos Ave between Ocean & 7th Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Freshest, local organic ingredients of the season served in casual comfort at affordable prices. Patio dining. Lunch & dinner daily. Open late for full menu & drinks. Reservations are required…
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Grasing’s
6th & Misson Ave Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Chef Kurt Grasing has developed a menu that reflects stylish simplicity by using ultra fresh ingredients gleaned from California’s Carmel Coast and Central Valley. Dishes are displayed in modest fashion…
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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…
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Big Sur River Inn Restaurant
46840 Highway 1 Big Sur, CA 93920
Renew your spirit at the full service restaurant and bar at Big Sur River Inn. Enjoy a fabulous breakfast, lunch or dinner in the historic dining room or outside on the deck, the lawn or along the bank…
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Cafe Rustica
10 Del Fino Pl Carmel Valley, CA 93924
Across Highway One, down Carmel Valley Road, past the nurseries and wineries, is a rustic house with a charming patio, where reservations are highly recommended. The open kitchen revolves around a stone…
