13 Best Cocktail Bars in Carmel By The Sea

Chez Noir Seafood
5th Ave between Dolores and, San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Albacore and Citrus Tartine
Monterey Bay Abalone Skewers
Dungeness Crab Tortelloni
Chocolate Sabayon Tart
Sweet Corn Agnolotti
Grilled Oysters
Chilled Oyster
Peach Melba
Canelé
Terrine

“We ate one of the best meals of our lives here a year ago on our honeymoon. So remarkable I’m leaving this review a year later! I remember being greeted so warmly by the woman I believe is the owner. We were given complementary dessert and a champagne toast, too. This is a restaurant that lives up to its Michelin star(s)?“

4.6 Superb135 Reviews
Stationæry Coffee & Tea • $$
San Carlos Street, 3 NE of 6th Avenue, San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

French Cast Iron Pancake Seasonal Fruit Crème Fraîche Lemon Verbena Granola Maple Syrup
Avocado Soft Hen Egg Meyer Lemon Red Pepper Flake Radish Sprouts Country Bread
Chilaquiles Chorizo Crema Cotija Salsa Roja Avocado Fried Egg
Potato Pancake with Prosciutto and Egg
Avocado Toast with and Without Eggs
Bread and Chive Butter
Spagetti Amatriciana
Biscuits and Gravy
Blueberry Pancakes
Butterscotch Budino

“We had very nice anniversary dinner at Stationaery. We sat outside, since we still do not feel comfortable for an indoor seating due to pandemic. The evening was cool, but heating lamps made it comfortable for longer and leisure meal. Both food and service were excellent. We highly recommend this friendly restaurant and will be back for sure🤩“

3.9 Good232 Reviews
Cultura Comida y Bebida Mexican • $$
Dolores Street, between 5th ave. & 6th ave Su Vecino Courtyard, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Chapulines GF Dairy Free Toasted & Seasoned Grasshoppers
Queso Fundido GF Vegetarian
Fried Grasshopper with Lime
Churros & Fondue 'Vegan
Cultura Black Bean Taco
Chicken Enchiladas GF
Oaxacan Hot Chocolate
Smoked Mushroom Mole
Chips and All Three
Chicken Tinga Tacos

“This is one of the most unique and exciting restaurants in Carmel. Amazing cocktails and the food is both creative and authentic. Wine list is great too! Never disappoints.“

4.4 Superb144 Reviews
Bud's at La Playa Bar • $$
Camino Real &, 8th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Pretzel Time

“We enjoyed cocktails and wine at Bud’s during our stay at LaPlaya last weekend!“

4.4 Superb67 Reviews
Seventh & Dolores Steak House
7th Avenue &, Dolores St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Apple Cinnamon Bread Pudding
Half Dozen Pacific Oysters
Valrhona Chocolate Terrine
Triple Cream Potato Puree
Hand Cut Steak Tartare
Goat Cheese Beignets
14 Oz New York Strip
Half Dozen Oysters
Daily Creme Brulee
French Onion Soup

“We chose Seventh & Dolores for our second wedding anniversary dinner, and had a really great night. They surprised us with two complimentary glasses of champagne 🥂 a sweet gesture that set a celebratory tone. We sat outdoors under the heat lamps and fire pits, which made for a cozy, romantic vibe. ✨

We ordered the Seafood Tower that had shrimp, oysters, tuna tartare, grilled octopus, and caviar, plus a white red & bleu salad and a massive tomahawk steak (around 40 oz) with broccolini. For dessert, we went with the Copa Banana cocktail, the Bougie Pear Cocktail, and the Valrhona Chocolate Terrine. Now, this dessert... layered chocolate decadence topped with honeycomb. So damn good

The seafood tower had highlights. Oysters were fresh, tartar was delish, shrimp was juicy, and the caviar was a nice touch, we definitely did some caviar bumps 😆. The octopus was a little on the salty side for me, but the texture was perfect. The tomahawk was a showstopper. We ordered it rare and it delivered. We even joked about taking the bone home to grill and gnaw on later 😆.

Cocktails & Desserts were next-level. The Copa Banana had that espresso-banana vibe that hit just right. Next time, I'm ordering that UP. The Bougie Pear was exactly what my wife wanted. That Valrhona Chocolate Terrine though…easily one of my favorite bites of the night.

Our server & bussers were friendly, attentive, and had great recommendations. The atmosphere was upscale but not stuffy. Vibrant, playing some beats I like. What an enjoyable evening all around.

Pricey? Yeah. Regrets? None. Would we go again? Absolutely. Next time, I’m going for the filet mignon 👀🤤“

3.8 Good106 Reviews
Barmel Supper Club Cocktail Bar • $
San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

“Barmel Love Love Love ❤️“

3.8 Good22 Reviews
Sade's Cocktails Cocktail Bar • $$
Lincoln St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

“This place was highly recommended. Everything was Great! Lots of character. And lots of characters! walked in and sat right down at the bar. Bob, The bartender, When asked, provided some great information on where to Visit along the coast. He sent us to a perfect place and we had the best time. The drinks were amazing. An old-fashioned and a vodka tonic were ordered.Enjoy having conversation with several other people from out of town. I feel like I made a lifelong friend. Thank you, Bob.“

4 Good74 Reviews
Brophy's Tavern Pubs • $$
San Carlos St &, 4th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Cheese Sandwich \u0026 House Made Tomato Bisque V
Grilled Cheese Sandwich & House Made Tomato Bisque V
Brophy's Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Braised Short Rib Fries
Filet Mignon Sliders
Prime Rib French Dip
French Dip Sandwich
Brophy's Cobb Salad
Tavern Burger
Fish and Chips

“Great food, wonderful service and awesome atmosphere!“

4.5 Superb172 Reviews
A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar Bar • $$
Ocean Ave 3SW of, San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Deep Fried Calamari & Chips
Beer Battered Fish & Chips
Oysters on the Half Shell
Seafood Sandwich Salad
Bay Shrimp Cocktail
Steamed Artichoke
Fresh Oysters
Shrimp PO Boy
Clam Chowder
Shrimp Tacos

“Wonderful find! Great little restaurant with outstanding food! Fast friendly service. Large selection of foods and spirits. ♿ accessible, including the restrooms. Only issue worth mentioning was the noise level and it cannot handle large groups. We will definitely return and recommend it when you are in town!“

4.4 Superb155 Reviews
Rio Grill American • $$
101 The, Crossroads Blvd, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Prime Sirloin with Green Chile Polenta Tots Spicy Green Beans
Ahi Tuna Crispy Wonton Chips
Rio Grill Full Rack of Ribs
Monterey Bay Calamari
Haystack Onion Rings
Roasted Beet Salad
Burger
Soup

“Excellent food and great service and good live music.“

4.3 Superb343 Reviews
Pacific's Edge American
120 Highlands Dr, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut on Citrus Risotto and Rainbow Carrots
Braised Short Rib Bourguignon
Shareable Gilroy Garlic Fries
Eggs Benedict with Crab Meat
Prince Edward Island Mussels
Big Sur Breakfast Platter
Smoked Salmon Benedict
Calamari Fritto Misto
Breakfast Sandwich
Burger and Fries

“Enjoyed an amazing lunch! Delicious and the service was great 😊 👍🏻 Totally recommend this place.“

4.2 Good567 Reviews
Toro Sushi Japanese • $$
Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Spicy or Garlic Edamame
Seared Salmon Roll
Seared Carmel Roll
Hamachi Carpaccio
Jalapeño Popper
California Roll
Seaweed Salad
Agedashi Tofu
Chicken Katsu
Hamachi Kama

“Fun sitting at the Sushi Bar! Great team, great service, and of course great food!“

4.1 Good324 Reviews
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Barmel

Barmel Bar • $$
San Carlos between Ocean Ave & 7th Ave In, Carmel Way Courtyard, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Baja Style Tacos
Jameson

“Barmel Love Love Love ❤️“

3.9 Good96 Reviews