Restaurants near Pitzer's of Carmel

156 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Carmel's Bistro Giovanni restaurant

1. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

4.7

Exceptional(1978)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 22 times today

Do you love Italian food? A world famous restaurant executive chef says it all by saying, “the best meals in California are at Carmel Bistro Giovanni!” An artful, romantic setting with an international wine list and amazing cocktails. Try some of our specialties: the "Mamma Mia" features mouth-watering meatballs with pasta and southern Mediterranean-spiced sauce, Veal Osso Bucco, Lamb Shank, steaks, and a plethora of seafood including halibut, salmon and sand dabs! For our gluten-free guests, we can also provide gluten free pasta and bread. *Patio availability depending on weather. We do have plenty of heat lamps but do not have covered tables outdoors. Please understand this when booking.* For parties of 6 or more we require a credit card to hold your table with a 24 hour cancellation policy, $25 per person will be applied to your credit card for late cancellations and no shows. *We have a $30 corkage fee for a standard size bottle (750 ml.) 2 bottle maximum per table.

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2. PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1696)

Price: Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 45 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

3. Dametra Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(250)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Carmel

Booked 24 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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4. Anton & Michel Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(3296)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 25 times today

Anton and Michel is now open INDOORS and OUTDOORS at the COURT of the FOUNTAINS.LUNCH: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM / DINNER: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Reservations are highly recommended.If you are having any difficulty making reservations online, please call the restaurant directly at 831-624-2406 or send us an email.Since 1980, Anton and Michel has consistently maintained an award-winning reputation for true excellence in the art of fine dining. A complete interior remodel was recently completed features handset stonework throughout the restaurant. The floor to ceiling windows offer breathtaking views of the Court of the Fountains. Zagat Survey calls it: Carmel’s long-standing paean to graciousness in dining out. Along with updated and contemporary changes to the menus, ultimate table side service flambé desserts remain. As quoted in the Wine Spectator, Anton and Michel is “probably the best dining experience in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea”.

5. Grasing's

4.7

Exceptional(3090)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 17 times today

DINING UPDATE: Please call restaurant if desired reservation is not available online.Grasing's is open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining (weather permitting). Please note if stairs are an issue for any guest. Please continue to visit our website a https://grasings.com for menu updates, holiday offerings and special events. Grasing’s, located in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, lies along the Pacific Coast in Central California in Monterey County. Celebrity chef partners, Kurt Grasing and Narsai David, truly created a gem. From friendly and professional service, an award winning wine list and seasonally inspired cocktails to the fresh and sustainable local ingredients.Please contact the restaurant to request dog friendly patio seating.

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6. Pangaea on Ocean Ave

4.3

Awesome(182)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Carmel

Booked 28 times today

Pangaea Grill is a Carmel-by-the-Sea restaurant that offers a unique dining experience. The restaurant's menu features a variety of Asian fusion dishes, as well as classic comfort foods. Pangaea Grill is known for its bold flavors, ample portions, and cozy atmosphere. The restaurant is located on Ocean Avenue in Carmel, California. Pangaea Grill is open for lunch and dinner, and also offers a happy hour menu. The restaurant is a popular spot for both locals and tourists.

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7. Il Fornaio - Carmel

4.5

Awesome(2285)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 14 times today

Il Fornaio means the Baker in Italian. Located in downtown Carmel, Il Fornaio offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list. Enjoy wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made and imported pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; antipasti and a wide variety of desserts made daily from scratch.

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8. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia

4.5

Awesome(299)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Carmel

Booked 26 times today

Reservations are not needed but are recommended, Walk ins are Welcome.The newest creation from the owners of the beloved Villa Azteca in Downtown Salinas (Salinas City Center), the eatery honoring the Alvarez family patriarch will open Summer 2023 in Carmel Plaza. The 5,000-square-foot restaurant will have indoor dining, bar seating and a small outdoor space, serving specialty Michoacán dishes as well as other Mexican favorites, incorporating three generations of family recipes.

9. Toro

4.6

Exceptional(702)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Carmel

Booked 28 times today

Toro offers creative Japanese cuisine, and we believe in sourcing high quality ingredients. Our beverage program has a lovely sake and wine collection, as well as some creative sake cocktail creations. Join us soon!

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10. Village Corner California Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(134)

Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Carmel

Booked 1 time today

Village Corner California Bistro is a dining institution in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, that locals and travelers have been frequenting for 70 years. Experience our new menu as we work to carry on the tradition guests and Locals have enjoyed for decades. Illy Cafe Full Espresso menu Full Wine List featuring Local & California Wine Enjoy Bloody Mary, Bellini, MimosaCertified Green RestaurantLocal Fish SpecialsPrime SteaksWild Foraged MushroomsVegetarian Dishes Vegan Dishes - Daily Vegan SpecialsImpossible BurgerAl-fresco DiningOutdoor PatioDog FriendlyKids MenusGluten Free Menu, Gluten Free Corn Pasta, Gluten Free Hamburger Buns, Gluten Free Breads, Gluten Free Bagels & English Muffins, Gluten-Free Flour Tortillas. BrunchBreakfastLunch Dinner Wine DinnersFull Beer SelectionWe accept We Chat Pay

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Bernard
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The bartender Kevin makes fabulous drinks and he is a great person! The food was superb and the service very attentive. The general manager Ryan checked on us and the whole staff wished us a Happy Anniversary.. it was a great experience 👏👏
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DD83
San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We love Dametra Cafe! The best in Carmel and can’t go anywhere else when visiting!
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Dametra CafePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Carmel
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elaine
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Very nice people. The staff is very attentive. Yummy food.
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San Francisco Bay Area •48 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 17, 2025
Excellent dinner, wonderful service. A touch of family makes you feel just right at home at this lovely establishment.
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Carmel's Bistro GiovanniPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carmel
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LarryVIP
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 17, 2025
We have been coming to Carmel, and eating at Anton & Michel for over 20 years. We have always enjoyed it, and our dinner this time was no different. This is a wonderful, and very special, restaurant. The food is excellent, and the service is always great.
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156 restaurants available nearby

1. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

2. PortaBella Restaurant

3. Dametra Cafe

4. Anton & Michel Restaurant

5. Grasing's

6. Pangaea on Ocean Ave

7. Il Fornaio - Carmel

8. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia

9. Toro

10. Village Corner California Bistro

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