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1. Dametra Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(241)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Carmel
Booked 31 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.
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2. PortaBella Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1687)
Price: Expensive
• French • Carmel
Booked 55 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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3. Edwin's Kaona Carmel
4.1
Excellent(181)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Carmel
Booked 6 times today
Edwin's Carmel is a South East Asian Fusion Restaurant located in the heart of Carmel by the Sea, CA.
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4. Catch
4.4
Awesome(523)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Carmel
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to Catch!.............................................
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5. Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
4.2
Awesome(873)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Monterey
Booked 8 times today
Estéban Restaurant: Spanish-inspired California cuisine.This local favorite offers indoor & outdoor patio (pet-friendly) diningUp-to-date hours: Open for BreakfastMon. – Fri. 7:00am–10:00amOpen for DinnerSun. – Thurs., 4:30pm–8:30pmFri. & Sat., 4:30pm–9:00pmTapas Happy Hour daily 4:30pm–6:00pmOpen for BrunchSat. & Sun. 9:00am–1:30pmEstéban Restaurant, the 2024 Diners' Choice award winner, carries on the Munras family tradition of culinary hospitality and excellence. It offers authentic Monterey dining in the historic Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa. Enjoy a unique culinary experience featuring traditional Spanish-inspired California cuisine with a pinch of adventure. Choose from shared plates and classic selections. Gift Certificates availableFollow us on Facebook at facebook.com/EstebanRestaurant and Instagram at instagram.com/estebanrestaurant/
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6. the C restaurant + bar
4.7
Exceptional(1221)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 12 times today
Our family-friendly Monterey Bay restaurant is close to the Aquarium, situated over sapphire waters and immersed in the natural beauty of the California coast. The C restaurant features only seafood endorsed by Seafood Watch of the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The delicious Arctic Char featured on Executive Chef Matt Bolton's menus is similar to salmon in taste, texture and color, but is available year-round, and is rated a "best choice" by Seafood Watch. Located at the upscale InterContinental The Clement Monterey hotel on Monterey Bay. Every table at the C restaurant has a view of the pristine and scenic Monterey Bay. Marine life sightings abound, including dolphins, whales, harbor seals and sea otters. Enjoy the parade of sea creatures and shore birds as you savor the finest in California regional cuisine.
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7. Sardine Factory
4.7
Exceptional(4981)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 15 times today
Every city has that one can’t miss restaurant, where celebrities feel at home and every other guest feels like a celebrity. Since October 2, 1968, The Sardine Factory’s cachet has made dining in our historic Cannery Row setting a tradition for world leaders, sports heroes and entertainment icons. Our award-winning chefs prepare delectable creations of fresh, sustainable seafood and USDA Prime Aged Beef; winner of Restaurant Hospitality Magazine’s "Best Wine List in America" award. The Lounge’s live entertainment, Happy Hour and affordable menu are a casual alternative to our other dining rooms. Celebrating over 50 years under the same ownership and management! Voted "Best Restaurant in Monterey" by Monterey County Herald readers.
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8. Il Vecchio
4.5
Awesome(91)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Pacific Grove
Booked 26 times today
Located near the Aquarium, we offer a true taste of Italy with our homemade pastas and hand-picked Italian wines. Enjoy dishes crafted from cherished family recipes in a warm, rustic setting that evokes the charm of an Italian trattoria. Whether it's a romantic dinner or a family gathering, Il Vecchio promises an unforgettable dining experience with stunning bay views and exceptional hospitality. Voted "Best Italian Restaurant" every year since 2011.
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9. Jacks Monterey
4.1
Excellent(286)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Monterey
Booked 3 times today
Jacks Monterey is poised to provide a refreshing culinary experience in downtown Monterey, inside the Portola Hotel & Spa. Emphasizing local ingredients, high-quality seafood, and an award-winning wine and cocktail program, Jacks philosophy derives from globally-inspired traditions of California Cultural Cuisine highlighting flavor profiles unique to cultures from around the world. With design details throughout the indoor and outdoor dining venue to echo the beautiful surrounding landscape, the atmosphere at Jacks promises to be sophisticated—never pretentious. Jacks offers a variety of seating with a bar, fireplace lounge, and pet-friendly, outdoor space features living walls, bistro lighting, and fire pits. Open for Breakfast & Dinner. For more information visit www.portolahotel.com/dining/jacks-monterey
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10. Baja Cantina - Carmel
4.6
Exceptional(605)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican / Southwestern • Carmel Valley
Booked 15 times today
Baja Cantina is a fun and energetic place that is known for its exceptional automotive memorabilia collection and excellent food. We have a large outdoor patio that is perfect to sit and relax on a sunny afternoon with one of our award winning margaritas. We have special events all year round, including our famous classic car gatherings, holiday parties, tequila tastings, and sporting events. ****We only accept online reservations during off-peak times. If you can’t find a time you want online, please give us a call.***

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  • MohammadVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Portabella! The food was exceptional - every dish was flavorful and beautifully presented. What really stood out, however, was the service. Although the space was a bit tight, the staff made us feel incredibly comfortable and went out of their way to accommodate our baby. They provided swift, attentive service, which was a huge help as we were in a bit of a rush. It’s rare to find a place that balances great food with such thoughtful and efficient service. Highly recommend for families and anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience!
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    PortaBella RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Carmel
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    4.5
  • Mong Hiep
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The foods were delicious! My sister and I ordered two rounds of fresh blue point oysters and lobsters tails as our entrees. The staffs were friendly. We were very happy with the services, drinks and foods! Wonderful restaurant!
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    CatchPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Carmel
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    4.4
  • Cynthia
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    From the front of the house, beautiful to the person who waited on us, fabulous! My husband and I have been dining at Estéban twice a year for many many years. Needless to say, our experiences have been wonderful, yet yesterday’s dinner exceeded even the best of our experiences. Please let the host, waitress, and chef know this. Thank you and have a pleasant rest of 2024 and a prosperous 2025!
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    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Monterey
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    4.2
  • Santiago
    Mexico City •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 25, 2024
    Honestly, the food was very good but the service was amazing. Josue our waiter was super respectful and gave us great recommendations. Interesting place.
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    Dametra CafePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Carmel
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    4.7
  • Xin
    Baltimore / Maryland •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 1, 2024
    Great food, cute location, friendly server! Also had live music- a bonus since it was unplanned-for. Since we had a group of 4, we went for the "small" island basket, which was 3 entrees and 2 appetizers on a giant woven basket / platter. Very special experience (and SO much food :-) Only downside was that we'd originally made lunch reservations but the restaurant was clearly not open when we showed up (on time for the reservation itself; half an hour after the restaurant's opening time for the day). Ended up going in for dinner instead (hence the "unplanned" part of the live music). Would highly recommend, aside from the owner's opening-up glitch.
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    Edwin's Kaona CarmelPrice: Moderate• Asian• Carmel
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    4.1

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