Catch
Ocean Ave Between Lincoln Street and, Monte Verde St, Carmel-By-The-Sea
(831) 624-5659
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I was on vacation and just passing through town. It was around 8:00 p.m. Most businesses appeared to be closed by then, and the town itself felt very quiet, with only a few people outdoors. Catch, however, was open until 10:00 p.m. and pleasantly uncrowded. The guests inside looked comfortable, cheerful, and relaxed.
The lighting was soft and romantic—not too bright—and I absolutely loved the jellyfish lamps. The background music was calming and at a perfect volume, allowing for easy, comfortable conversation. The waiter was friendly and attentive, engaging warmly with guests and making everyone feel welcome.
Shortly after I was seated, I was pleasantly surprised with complimentary bread paired with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, along with champagne and caviar. I had never tried caviar before, and it was much better than I expected. A few minutes later, a gentleman came out and played a couple of songs on the guitar before leaving. The music sounded foreign—possibly Spanish—and added a romantic touch to the evening.
I ordered the salmon, which was cooked perfectly. Overall, it was a truly enjoyable dining experience. Catch is a beautiful and romantic restaurant, and I highly recommend giving it a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very poor. Website says happy hour 330-530. Get there they say it's holiday so no HR. We're there 340 gave us lunch menus as we had said we'd eat early since no HR. Res was 5. Trying to decide wine before. 2 other tables had people. He comes back says sorry have to use dinner menu. Told him we're leaving. Too much switching of everything! Such a disappointment. We come to town often as we own locally.
Good food, nice atmosphere, polite and excellent services. We enjoyed everything we ordered: clamchowder and chicken soup, fish and chips, grilled fish, desert. We also got complimentary sparkling wine and spoon of a black caviar. Good for a romantic date. Beautiful restaurant.
Food: 5
Just amazing!!! From staff to food, this is a true gem of a restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service was very good. We both had steak and lobster; the filets were prepared perfectly and the lobster was succulent. It was an excellent meal. We will return!
Fa tastic food. Good bread, beat fisherman's ciopinno ever. Good salad and very flavorful clam.chpwder.
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Caesar salad was mediocre, nothing special. I don't know why it is so difficult to make a delicious Caesar salad. The lobster was delicious. The filet mignon was a little tough. I wanted everything to be spectacular. I'm was excited to eat there, but disappointed. I want it to be a great seafood restaurant on the peninsula. But it's mediocre. I think an exceptional cheft can create an exceptional seafood restaurant, after working through its problems. Best of luck!
The service was impersonal and entree's were unimpressive. The calamari appetizer was probably the best thing there as far as food. There was live music and that was awesome. When we made the reservation we stayed it was for an anniversary and there was no acknowledgment of it, but there was a big “to do” for the birthday table next to us. Do I care about the acknowledgment of the anniversary, no, not really, but when you make a reservation and the establishment asks if there is a special occasion then I assume it is because they will in some way have an acknowledgment of the occasion. This is not place we will revisit
My meal was not good and my husband was just okay. The place is nice the ambiance is good. The prices are high . This is only the second time that I rated a place this low. I expected the food to be better for the price. I don't like to give low reviews but wanted to be honest. Hopefully they will improve.
I so enjoy the sparkling Prosecco and the caviar upon arrival. White staff excellent service and the food delicious. I've been here several times and I've never been disappointed.
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Ordered the Cioppino. It was terribly over cooked. The mussels were hard and the white fish was mushy.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
This place is amazing, I came by here for my engagement dinner right after I proposed. They made us feel very welcomed and had some of the best service ever. Their food was delicious and had a great selection of wine. If you’re looking for a casual dinner or even something special, this is the place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious! Service top notch ! Enjoyed the complimentary caviar and champagne…. Live music was very nice (although brief).
Had the fish tacos. They were amazing! Fresh and may have been the best I’ve ever had. Great restaurant. Just go. Thanks for a great meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food. Best oysters and fish n chips. Beats England by far for the flavor. A definite venue for dining on future stays
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
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