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Pacific's Edge, Carmel, CA

Pacific's Edge

4.5
4.5
3419 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 52 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Nestled on the craggy bluffs of Carmel Highlands and offering spectacular views of the California coastline, Pacific’s Edge lives up to a well-earned reputation as a destination restaurant. Using ingredients inspired by the local bounty from land and sea, a creative culinary team curates seasonal menus complemented by a storied wine list. Where California casual meets refined dining in a one-of-a-kind location, Pacific’s Edge will surely delight all the senses.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 622-5445
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
  • Private party facilities
    Named one of the top 20 restaurants in the United States by Wine Spectator, Pacific's Edge is ideal for every occasion; from wedding receptions to corporate events. Set high atop a cliff in Carmel overlooking Monterey's Big Sur coastline, our private dining room will enchant your guests with its warmth and beauty. Glass enclosed for privacy, our Wine Room can seat up to 40 guests and provides a personal wait staff for the ultimate in service and elegance. Contact one of our sales professionals at 831.622.5461.
  • Area
    Carmel
  • Cross Street
    Highway 1
  • Parking details
    Drive your car to the front steps and the friendliest valets in the world will happily park your car for you. Towards the end of your meal, have your server summon your car. Nothing could be more convenient, other than an overnight stay here at the Hyatt Carmel Highlands where you could walk to your room after dinner.
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment every Friday night in the Lobos Lounge from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Enjoy the vocal stylings of Dino Vera in the Lobos Lounge every Saturday night from 7:00pm until 10pm and Tuesdays from 5:00-9:00. Peer at the wildlife on Bird Rock at Point Lobos through the ship's telescope in the corner, then drop the lens and join the party, dancing to tunes such as "Great Balls of Fire," one of their more raucous covers that always seems to get everyone up and dancing in merriment.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,419 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Great for scenic views

  • California Central Coast

    American

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pacific's Edge is a captivating dining spot with "unbelievably beautiful views" and "fantastic food." The service frequently shines, with standout servers like "Chris" and "Tony" enhancing the experience. While some guests note service inconsistencies, the "amazing views" and "delicious meals" ensure a memorable visit.

3,419 Reviews
  1. Ysidro

    Tahoe

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Great view and good food, but the service was not good. Staff was friendly, but it took way too long to get our food. Over an hour before I food arrived.

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  2. Scott

    Unspecified

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The best part about this experience was the view. The server seemed to not care about us, we had to flag a busser or server down every time we needed help or to order. The avocado on the avocado toast was hard as a rock, bread wasn’t even toasted. It felt very lazy. Very expensive for very mediocre food. Beautiful view of the ocean though, worth it only for that.

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  3. Craig

    VIP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    This fine restaurant has lost a little of its "edge," as it undergoes renovations. Much of the allure of the place was the wonderful ambience and views inside the dining room. The relocation of the dining area during renovations has eliminated much of that. It also seems to have taxed the service staff, who were slower than usual. The presence of a band, although a nice touch in some venues, seemed a little out of place in a fine dining establishment and was loud enough that it interfered with quiet dinner conversation.

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  4. Julie

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress was very rude on Saturday, February 15. I was with a party of four. I am a local, fourth generation Carmel family. I ordered a grilled cheese (with avocado, tomato and onion) sandwich because I am a vegetarian and do not like the impossible burger. She looked at me funny when I gave her my order and “Ok”. Our food took 45 minutes to get to the table. She announced to our table it was all my fault because of my order. My sandwich was not cooked. They gave me toasted bread with cheese in the middle. When I told the waitress my sandwich was not cooked. She said “well we don’t have a broiler to melt the cheese” and walked away. When I came in about 6 months ago and ordered the exact same sandwich, it was perfectly grilled with no problems. Did the cook that day not know how to cook a grilled cheese in a pan? Very disappointed with the experience on Saturday but still paid almost $30 for my cheese sandwich!

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  5. Nick

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Worth it for the view! Had someone playing music on the piano too. Food was ok.

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  6. Kathryn

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were excellent. View during daytime is breathtaking. A much needed respite on crowded weekends. We were thrilled.

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  7. Brad

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was terrific and the view is outstanding. I had the special soup, vegan butternut squash with pepitas and it was yummy. For dinner I ordered the short rib because I always order short rib if it’s on the menu. It was very good. And nothing beats the view from the dining room looking out over the ocean as the sun goes down. It was a great experience.

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  8. Chris

    VIP

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is okay but it’s really all about the view, which makes it amazing!

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  9. Zann

    VIP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We dined here before and had a nice experience. Last night was not a good experience. It was a bit busy, but not overwhelming. We were seated quickly, but then waited about 15 minutes for some water. When a waiter came by he asked us for our dinner order and we had not even ordered drinks. We waited another 10-15 minutes before my husband went to the bar and got our drinks. As my husband was returning to our table with drinks, the waiter finally came over to ask me if I wanted a drink. When our shared appetizer was delivered, I had to ask for some plates as the wait staff was walking away. When our dinner finally arrived the waiter asked two other tables if it was their entries before it was delivered to our table. Both entries were average at best. Definitely not worth the high price. We both walk out of the restaurant disappointed and unhappy. If a restaurant is high end the service and food should reflect that. Both were subpar.

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  10. michael

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding … Food. Service. View!! Need I say more?? (the app asked for more 😎)

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FAQs

Pacific's Edge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 622-5445.

Pacific's Edge is rated 4.5 stars by 3419 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 52 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Pacific's Edge

120 Highlands Drive, Carmel, CA 93923

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Highway 1
  • Area
    Carmel
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Drive your car to the front steps and the friendliest valets in the world will happily park your car for you. Towards the end of your meal, have your server summon your car. Nothing could be more convenient, other than an overnight stay here at the Hyatt Carmel Highlands where you could walk to your room after dinner.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment every Friday night in the Lobos Lounge from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Enjoy the vocal stylings of Dino Vera in the Lobos Lounge every Saturday night from 7:00pm until 10pm and Tuesdays from 5:00-9:00. Peer at the wildlife on Bird Rock at Point Lobos through the ship's telescope in the corner, then drop the lens and join the party, dancing to tunes such as "Great Balls of Fire," one of their more raucous covers that always seems to get everyone up and dancing in merriment.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (831) 622-5445
  • Catering
  • Private party facilities
    Named one of the top 20 restaurants in the United States by Wine Spectator, Pacific's Edge is ideal for every occasion; from wedding receptions to corporate events. Set high atop a cliff in Carmel overlooking Monterey's Big Sur coastline, our private dining room will enchant your guests with its warmth and beauty. Glass enclosed for privacy, our Wine Room can seat up to 40 guests and provides a personal wait staff for the ultimate in service and elegance. Contact one of our sales professionals at 831.622.5461.
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