Guidebook for Carmel
Food Scene
One of our favorite restaurants on the Peninsula! Dog friendly patio. I recommend making a reservation.
72 locals recommend
Café Rustica
10 Del Fino PlOne of our favorite restaurants on the Peninsula! Dog friendly patio. I recommend making a reservation.
Jeffrey's Grill & Catering
112 Mid Vly CtrWonderful breakfast just down the road!
One of our favorite restaurants, great food and cocktails, and wine list. Dog friendly patio and dog menu :)
17 locals recommend
SUR at The Barnyard
3601 The BarnyardOne of our favorite restaurants, great food and cocktails, and wine list. Dog friendly patio and dog menu :)
Drinks & Nightlife
Great place for cocktails and delicious appetizers. Happy hour is every night from 4-6 p.m. Definitely try their rooftop lounge!
68 locals recommend
Vesuvio Restaurant
Junipero StreetGreat place for cocktails and delicious appetizers. Happy hour is every night from 4-6 p.m. Definitely try their rooftop lounge!
Floor to ceiling windows showing the most gorgeous and breathtaking views of the Monterey Bay. You may even get a glimpse of a whale if you keep your eyes peeled. Offering wine from over 80 different Monterey County wineries, it's a great spot to try a nice variety!
16 locals recommend
A Taste of Monterey - Wine Market & Bistro
700 Cannery RowFloor to ceiling windows showing the most gorgeous and breathtaking views of the Monterey Bay. You may even get a glimpse of a whale if you keep your eyes peeled. Offering wine from over 80 different Monterey County wineries, it's a great spot to try a nice variety!
Best winery in Carmel Valley Village for bold delicious reds!
9 locals recommend
Parsonage Winery Tasting Room
19 E Carmel Valley RdBest winery in Carmel Valley Village for bold delicious reds!
Shale Canyon Wines
416 San Carlos StFavorite winery in Monterey County. Phenomenal full bodied reds
In Pebble Beach along 17 mile drive. Great fire pits for cocktails, appetizers and beautiful views of the ocean. Go watch the bagpiper play 5:45-6:30 p.m. during daylight savings time. 30 mins before sunset during standard time.
35 locals recommend
The Inn at Spanish Bay
2700 17 Mile DrIn Pebble Beach along 17 mile drive. Great fire pits for cocktails, appetizers and beautiful views of the ocean. Go watch the bagpiper play 5:45-6:30 p.m. during daylight savings time. 30 mins before sunset during standard time.
Parks & Nature
Garland Ranch Regional Park
700 W Carmel Valley RdDog friendly!
Not dog friendly. However, a beautiful must visit spot for a hike or walk with outstanding views!
309 locals recommend
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-1Not dog friendly. However, a beautiful must visit spot for a hike or walk with outstanding views!
Mission Trail Park
Dog friendly