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Find out what Seafood restaurants to try in Carmel. The first thing you need to know about Carmel: Clint Eastwood used to be the mayor, so don’t come here if you’re a hooligan. But if you’re after a romantic getaway to a seaside, art-filled village, Carmel might be perfect for you. You can even bring your dog—Carmel’s hotels, restaurants and galleries are remarkably Fido-friendly.
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7. Pacific's Edge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 453 reviews
Reviewed By syrahgirl
We had my birthday lunch here out on the patio. This was our second visit since the remodel. Delicious crab cakes and a special dessert made for a memorable meal here.
6. Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1305 reviews
Both restaurants, in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, have been creating daily specialties for almost three decades. At Flaherty's our fish is fresh, caught wild, and are of the highest quality. Our fresh fish is delivered to us daily, sometimes two or eve
Reviewed By NickLacasse
Founds this little place in Carmel as we were walking back from watching the sunset y the beach. it was one of the few busy place around with is often a good sign, they have 2 sections, once more of a sit down white cloth table restaurants and one is more pub-like. We opted for the latter. we ordered a 16 oysters to start and we ended up getting 20 in our plates! a good start! we then had the Calamari steak that was also very pleasant. enjoyed some local beer and we were the last patrons to leave (we were invited to stay as long as we wanted and never felt pushed!)great meal! great little place!
5. Rocky Point Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1235 reviews
Rocky Point Restaurant is open at 11:30 am to sunset. Please call 831.624.2933 for additional information. Rocky Point Restaurant is located 10 miles south of Carmel, a mere fifteen-minute scenic drive, on 36700 Highway 1, between Carmel and Big Sur, offe
Reviewed By TXtraveler67
Literally unreal views located not far outside of the Monterey area along Hwy 1. We dropped in for lunch, but we didnât have reservations - uh-oh. We were told it could be up to a two hour wait, but we politely said we were flexible and asked if we could sit at the bar to wait. We did just that and were seated maybe 15 mins later inside (thank you to the hostess/server)! The service and food were perfect for lunch - and much better than our previous lunch at another popular spot further north. Afterwards we walked outside along the ocean, and it was an amazingly great way to wrap our weekend trip. I would absolutely return but would make reservations next time.
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4. Sea Harvest Fish Market and Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 239 reviews
Reviewed By ForeverWonderful
Started with bowl of clam chowder which was really good. Then had bbq oysters which I thought would be grillef with bbq sauce, but was grilled with butter garlic. Still lots of garlic and enjoyable. Ordered the crab cakes which was a bit disappointing as not much crab taste and no chunks of crab. Just some shredded crab meat. Came with tasty french fries. Wife ordered fish and chips subbing vegetables for chips. The cod fish was light and delicate and crispy. Over all a nice meal and reasonable price. Just wish the crab cakes were better and with more flavor
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3. Grasing's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 739 reviews
As a restaurant with an impressive contemporary menu, Grasingâs offers the finest coastal cuisine paired with a âWine Spectatorâ awarding winning wine list featuring the best California wines. For a true Carmel experience, enjoy dinner on the pet-friendly
Reviewed By Shaymur
We eat at the restaurant every year or two when we visit Carmel. The food is always very good and the service is great. They are dog friendly have have nice patio seating behind the restaurant which actually results in a very private dinner atmosphere. The wine list is very good and the food selections are always very, very good. We'll return next time we are in town.
2. A W Shucks
Overall Ratings
4 based on 571 reviews
Reviewed By Strozzapreti
Frankly, other than the beach--which is a great beach--the small city of Carmel is awful. Stuffed with art galleries of bland, over-priced work no one with any taste will ever buy, block after block of boring architecture, and almost nowhere reasonable to eat. As such, A.W.Shucks was a real find (recommended by a local shopkeeper when we were about to give up searching for spot where we could relax and eat dinner). It's a typical American bar; dark, plush, sports on TV, and generally tasteless beer. But the waitress was friendly and the food (we ate fish, meat and vegetarian dishes) was very tasty. So, if you have to stop at Carmel, stop here.
1. Flying Fish Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 999 reviews
Reviewed By Capt_Kendoll
What a great find this place is. Been around for almost 3 decades and although Iâm a regular visitor to Carmel, I love it here. Wonderful wonton chips and amazing salsa. Perfectly cooked calamari then the best part, the almond crusted bass. Quite possibly one of the best dishes I have ever eaten. There are many restaurants in Carmel, but you must come here. Proper old school service too.
