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A photo of Hog's Breath Inn restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1367)
$$$$
• American • Carmel
Booked 29 times today
live thus place . live the redesign and the bar and food highly recommend!
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4.6
Exceptional(2047)
$$$$
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 45 times today
We have had lunch and dinner at Portabella on many occasions and the meals were always great. Never had a bad experience.
A photo of Schooners Monterey restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3437)
$$$$
• Californian • Monterey
Booked 57 times today
Everything was amazing! We keep coming back every time we’re in Monterey!
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4.6
Exceptional(3709)
$$$$
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 43 times today
Best server ever Jennifer ! She was very versed and helpful!
A photo of Nicolas Cocina de Herencia restaurant
4.5
Awesome(542)
$$$$
• Mexican • Carmel
Booked 14 times today
We loved it and will return on our next trip to Carmel! The food was so delish and our server was the sweetest. Loved it
A photo of Pangaea on Ocean Ave restaurant
4.3
Awesome(418)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Carmel
Booked 23 times today
Clam chowder, seafood pasta, and miso & vegetables with shrimp were all great. Service took care of us with out rushing us even though we were the last ones to leave.
A photo of Mission Bistro restaurant
4.4
Awesome(730)
$$$$
• Seafood • Carmel
Booked 12 times today
Everything was simply outstanding. The scallop special was the best I’ve ever had. We are looking forward to going back for their thanksgiving dinner.
A photo of Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1537)
$$$$
• American • Marina
Booked 19 times today
Delicious food and beautiful atmosphere. The service was excellent. We had our two dogs with us and they traded them like guests as well. The drinks were absolutely phenomenal. My husband had a few 😊. Highly recommend and will be back as the sanctuary beach resort is one of our favorite places.
A photo of Domenico's on the Wharf restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1772)
$$$$
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 8 times today
We had a lovely dinner there last night a nice group of seven with family from out of town and they were overjoyed with our restaurant choice. We had a fabulous meal and really excellent service.
A photo of Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point restaurant
4.5
Awesome(4660)
$$$$
• Californian • Pacific Grove
Booked 42 times today
Delightful, delicious, delectable deified dining!!

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  • Kelly
    California Central Coast •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Everything was amazing! We keep coming back every time we’re in Monterey!
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    Schooners Monterey$$$$• Californian• Monterey
    •
    4.6
  • Adam
    San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We really enjoyed our meal at Chez Noir. The staff was excellent. They took our coats upon arrival and were great about checking in on us. They gave us some great information about the dishes to help guidance our decisions. The cocktails and food were excellent, with the exception of the fish dish. The fish missed the mark. This was disappointing, considering the cost of the meal and the fact that it's a main course. Everything else was excellent. We loved the additional touches, like the light "snack" they gave us before our meal, the chocolate chip cookies we received before leaving, as well as Caneles right after our meal.
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    Chez Noir$$$$• French• Carmel
    •
    4.8
  • Lia
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 1, 2026
    Delicious food and beautiful atmosphere. The service was excellent. We had our two dogs with us and they traded them like guests as well. The drinks were absolutely phenomenal. My husband had a few 😊. Highly recommend and will be back as the sanctuary beach resort is one of our favorite places.
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    Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette$$$$• American• Marina
    •
    4.5
  • VicGold
    California Central Coast •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 1, 2026
    Haven’t been here for awhile. We sat on the indoor patio. It was cozy and quiet. Meal and service were excellent. Try the vodka pasta it’s the best.
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    Il Fornaio - Carmel$$$$• Italian• Carmel
    •
    4.4
  • Kevin
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 29, 2026
    Everything was simply outstanding. The scallop special was the best I’ve ever had. We are looking forward to going back for their thanksgiving dinner.
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    Mission Bistro$$$$• Seafood• Carmel
    •
    4.4
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