Restaurants near Carmel Bay Ecological Reserve

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1. Anton & Michel Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(3262)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 19 times today

Anton and Michel is now open INDOORS and OUTDOORS at the COURT of the FOUNTAINS.LUNCH: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM / DINNER: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Reservations are highly recommended.If you are having any difficulty making reservations online, please call the restaurant directly at 831-624-2406 or send us an email.Since 1980, Anton and Michel has consistently maintained an award-winning reputation for true excellence in the art of fine dining. A complete interior remodel was recently completed features handset stonework throughout the restaurant. The floor to ceiling windows offer breathtaking views of the Court of the Fountains. Zagat Survey calls it: Carmel’s long-standing paean to graciousness in dining out. Along with updated and contemporary changes to the menus, ultimate table side service flambé desserts remain. As quoted in the Wine Spectator, Anton and Michel is “probably the best dining experience in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea”.

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2. Casanova Restaurant Carmel

4.5

Awesome(2366)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 33 times today

Our current hours are as follows.Monday - Thursday, Dinner 4:30pm to 9:00pmFriday- Saturday, Dinner 4:30pm to 9:30pmPolicies: We do require a credit card for reservations. We reserve the right to charge guests who do not show up for their reservations or cancel within a 24 hour notice. The charge for NO SHOW is $25 per guest. We will hold your table for 15min max, and will automatically allot 2hrs for your dining pleasure.Parties of 5 or more will need to make special accommodations with the hostess.Thank you for your continuous support!

3. Grasing's

4.6

Exceptional(3064)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 18 times today

DINING UPDATE: Please call restaurant if desired reservation is not available online.Grasing's is open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining (weather permitting). Please note if stairs are an issue for any guest. Please continue to visit our website a https://grasings.com for menu updates, holiday offerings and special events. Grasing’s, located in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, lies along the Pacific Coast in Central California in Monterey County. Celebrity chef partners, Kurt Grasing and Narsai David, truly created a gem. From friendly and professional service, an award winning wine list and seasonally inspired cocktails to the fresh and sustainable local ingredients.Please contact the restaurant to request dog friendly patio seating.

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4. Il Fornaio - Carmel

4.5

Awesome(2264)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 34 times today

Il Fornaio means the Baker in Italian. Located in downtown Carmel, Il Fornaio offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list. Enjoy wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made and imported pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; antipasti and a wide variety of desserts made daily from scratch.

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5. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

4.7

Exceptional(1948)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 18 times today

Do you love Italian food? A world famous restaurant executive chef says it all by saying, “the best meals in California are at Carmel Bistro Giovanni!” An artful, romantic setting with an international wine list and amazing cocktails. Try some of our specialties: the "Mamma Mia" features mouth-watering meatballs with pasta and southern Mediterranean-spiced sauce, Veal Osso Bucco, Lamb Shank, steaks, and a plethora of seafood including halibut, salmon and sand dabs! For our gluten-free guests, we can also provide gluten free pasta and bread. *Patio availability depending on weather. We do have plenty of heat lamps but do not have covered tables outdoors. Please understand this when booking.* For parties of 6 or more we require a credit card to hold your table with a 24 hour cancellation policy, $25 per person will be applied to your credit card for late cancellations and no shows. *We have a $30 corkage fee for a standard size bottle (750 ml.) 2 bottle maximum per table.

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6. PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1674)

Price: Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 59 times today

Our cuisine features beautiful specialties from France, Italy and Spain. The dishes are rich in color and flavor.PortaBella is picturesque: awarded First Prize for Beautiful Flowerscaping from the Carmel Garden Club.The ambience is stylish and romantic, the setting historic

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7. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia

4.7

Exceptional(277)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Carmel

Booked 10 times today

Reservations are not needed but are recommended, Walk ins are Welcome.The newest creation from the owners of the beloved Villa Azteca in Downtown Salinas (Salinas City Center), the eatery honoring the Alvarez family patriarch will open Summer 2023 in Carmel Plaza. The 5,000-square-foot restaurant will have indoor dining, bar seating and a small outdoor space, serving specialty Michoacán dishes as well as other Mexican favorites, incorporating three generations of family recipes.

8. Dametra Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(229)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Carmel

Booked 43 times today

Dametra Cafe is a casual Mediterranean restaurant. Here, diners can expect high-quality healthy food delivered quickly in a relaxed atmosphere. The decor and styling of the dining room is distinctly Greek, specifically like one of the many coastal cities that the country is known for. Between that and the hearty portions and prompt service, Dametra Cafe sits nicely between an upscale restaurant and quick-service places.Dametra's Cafe features primarily Greek cuisine, with some Italian and Spanish thrown in for good measure. Appetizers include hummus with pita bread, fried calamari, grilled jumbo prawns and steamed mussels in a white wine and garlic sauce. The meals are split between sandwiches, pasta and entrée offerings and features dishes such as shrimp and crab ravioli, a salmon burger with red onion and tomatoes, lamb shish kebab and a Greek style lamb shank with rice pilaf and fresh vegetables.

9. Mission Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(490)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Carmel

Booked 23 times today

Located on Mission Street between Ocean Ave & 7th Ave, in Carmel California. Mission Bistro Restaurant is owned by Shaheen Alnuaimi. Our history-rich location is warm, charming, and above all cozy. We offer brunch, lunch, dinner, local, and import wines. Chef Matt Zimny sources from Monterey and Santa Cruz County farms and ranches with the goal of serving what is fresh and currently available. At Mission Bistro we do Seafood and Steaks right. Cheers!

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10. Pangaea on Ocean Ave

4.4

Awesome(176)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Carmel

Booked 28 times today

Pangaea Grill is a Carmel-by-the-Sea restaurant that offers a unique dining experience. The restaurant's menu features a variety of Asian fusion dishes, as well as classic comfort foods. Pangaea Grill is known for its bold flavors, ample portions, and cozy atmosphere. The restaurant is located on Ocean Avenue in Carmel, California. Pangaea Grill is open for lunch and dinner, and also offers a happy hour menu. The restaurant is a popular spot for both locals and tourists.

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I always make sure to stop here when visiting carmel. The food is delicious, my server was wonderful. I was there with my pup, everyone was so kind to her, and it helps they have a puppy menu. The manager, Richard, was so kind to us, and absolutely delightful. We'll be back! Hugs, Jackie and Lola
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5.0
Dined 3 days ago
A gorgeous day in Carmel made even more special by delightful lunch, sitting around a beautiful pool. The service the food was exceptional. Very, very relaxing.
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Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was our first time dining here and from beginning to end was amazing!! The host seated us right away and our server Allen was excellent. We are excited to return!!
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EdieVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •183 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great, creative menu. Our food was great and the wine menu was incredibly extensive with something for everyone to love (especially this wine lover). Knowledgable and friendly staff made the evening even more enjoyable,
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Dined 5 days ago
Expect live entertainment, and audience participation. A fun evening.
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4.7

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1. Anton & Michel Restaurant

2. Casanova Restaurant Carmel

3. Grasing's

4. Il Fornaio - Carmel

5. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

6. PortaBella Restaurant

7. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia

8. Dametra Cafe

9. Mission Bistro

10. Pangaea on Ocean Ave

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