Guidebook for Carmel-by-the-Sea
Food Scene
La Bicyclette Restaurant
7th AvenueA bit of Paris in this neighborhood gem!
Modern Steak House..."7D," as it's known, is the only exclusive Niman Ranch steak house in the country
23 locals recommend
Seventh & Dolores
Dolores StreetModern Steak House..."7D," as it's known, is the only exclusive Niman Ranch steak house in the country
Carmel Belle
Ocean AvenueOne of our favorite brunch spots!
Forge in the Forest
5th AvenueA true Carmel gem...Great lunch and dinner options
Clint Eastwood's Mission Ranch is a fav dining option, enjoy their piano bar too!
59 locals recommend
Mission Ranch Restaurant
26270 Dolores StClint Eastwood's Mission Ranch is a fav dining option, enjoy their piano bar too!
Katy's Place
Mission StreetDelish pancake house!
Village Corner California Bistro
6th AvenueTraditional breakfast spot
Tuck Box
Homemade scones and yummy brunch
La Balena
Junipero StreetRevel in delicious Italian Food and Warm Hospitality at La Balena!
Stationæry
San Carlos StreetA foodie fav for brunch!
Little Napoli
Dolores StreetItalian cuisine
Anton & Michel Restaurant
7th AvenueFrench cuisine
The Carmel Coffee House and Roasting Company
Dolores StreetCarmel Bakery
Ocean AvenueThe cheese shop is worth a visit! Global cheese selections...perf for wine time!
19 locals recommend
The Cheese Shop
Junipero StreetThe cheese shop is worth a visit! Global cheese selections...perf for wine time!
The Bench
1700 17 Mile DrIconic views of Pebble Beach while enjoying lunch or dinner!
The legendary 19th hole at Pebble Beach!
Succulent Steaks, Vintage Wines & Quality Spirits
10 locals recommend
The Tap Room
1700 17 Mile DrThe legendary 19th hole at Pebble Beach!
Succulent Steaks, Vintage Wines & Quality Spirits
Grill on Lover's Point
Awesome burgers!
Rise + Roam
7th AvenueRISE is an artisanal bakery and coffee roaster.
The Pocket
Great dinner spot, yummy cocktails and festive vibe
Promesa
One of Carmel's newest hot spots and serving authentic Spanish tapas dishes
Toro Sushi
Japanese cuisine
Drinks & Nightlife
Vesuvio Restaurant
Junipero StreetUpstairs has a fun rooftop bar.
Barmel
Carmel WayBrophy's Tavern
4th AvenueSilvestri Vineyards
Dolores StreetFun tasting room
Bernardus Winery
5 W Carmel Valley Rd Lovely winery in Carmel Valley
Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room
7th AvenueAlbatross Ridge Tasting Room
6th AvenueDe Tierra Vineyards
5th AvenueTalbott Vineyards
6th Avenue Wonderful winery in Carmel Valley
Mulligan Public House
Sade's
Lincoln StreetLocal dive bar...lots of fun!
Parks & Nature
Watch whales in winter and sea lions all year round at this Bay Area nature reserve, which offers hiking, walking, bird watching, scuba diving and magnificent views.
309 locals recommend
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-1Watch whales in winter and sea lions all year round at this Bay Area nature reserve, which offers hiking, walking, bird watching, scuba diving and magnificent views.
Picadilly Park
Dolores StreetDevendorf Park
6th Mission StCarmel River State Beach
26495 Carmelo StMission Trail Park
Entertainment & Activities
Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach
1518 Cypress DrWorld class spa at Pebble Beach
Essentials
Bruno's Market & Deli
Junipero StreetSafeway
815 Canyon Del Rey BlvdWhole Foods Market
800 Del Monte CenterNielsen Brothers Market
San Carlos StreetLocal grocery store and wine/spirits
Shopping
Paloosh
Ocean AvenueHip woman's boutique
Girl Boy Girl Mission
7th AvenueFashionable woman's boutique
Khakis of Carmel
Junipero StreetMen's boutique
Sightseeing
Carmel Mission
3080 Rio RdCarmelite Monastery
27601 CA-1Cannery Row
Cannery Row