15 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
Canelé
Caviar

“My husband and I were coming to Carmel for work close to our anniversary, so I wanted to surprise him with our first Michelin star restaurant experience. Monique was amazing and squeezed us in for a reservation the night before & we are so grateful! Everything was delicious from the surprise snacks to the main dishes. The quail was incredible, our desserts & drinks were fantastic, and the service was beyond. Thank you for making our special occasion even more special!“

4.5 Superb158 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
Oaxacan Hot Chocolate
Smoked Mushroom Mole
Chicken Enchiladas
Cultura Pork Mole
Chips & Guacamole

“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.“

4.3 Superb196 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!“

4.2 Good62 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
Blueberry Pancakes
Biscuits and Gravy
Butterscotch Budino

“Super good food. Can’t go wrong with whichever you order.“

3.9 Good269 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

“Phenomenal bar and great steakhouse. They have a good collection of wines, bubbles, hard liquor and cocktails.

Food was great right from the starters to maincourse and the dessert ?! It has a very lively bar. It has outside seating and indoor seating. Overall it has great atmosphere.

Vegetarian options: Food for all

Dietary restrictions: Food for all

Parking: Street parking

Kid-friendliness: Not so much

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

3.7 Good110 Reviews
Sade's Cocktails Cocktail Bar • $$
Lincoln St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

“We were looking for this place, and asked a restaurant on Ocean where it was. The guy said, "It's a dive bar, you may want to go to X instead." No, guy, we were looking for a dive bar and Sade's was perfect. Fair warning, it's cash only. The first bartender made a so-so Old Fashioned but the second bartender knocked it out of the park! (Both used Four Roses.) We really enjoyed our conversation with the regulars, who can tell you a lot about Carmel and everything that's going on there. This place is too small to hide in a corner, so expect to interact with people while you're there.“

4.1 Good60 Reviews
Barmel Supper Club Cocktail Bar • $
San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

“Barmel Love Love Love ❤️“

4 Good79 Reviews
Brophy's Tavern Pubs • $$
San Carlos St &, 4th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

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
Truffle Fries

“Great food, wonderful service and awesome atmosphere!“

4.5 Superb177 Reviews
SteakCraft Steak House
102 Crossroads Blvd, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Cabernet Sauvignon
Duck Fat Fries
Denver Steak
Burrata Bowl
Salt Block

“Outstanding food. The potato prosciutto sticks are a must as an appetizer.

As you might expect for a Wagyu beef restaurant, it's not cheap, but it's worth it. And the price is made better by a wine list that has FAR less markup than most fancy restaurants.“

4.6 Superb85 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
Shrimp PO Boy
Fresh Oysters
Clam Chowder
Shrimp Tacos

“Although a little trendy for our taste. I have to say it was a really good choice for lunch. The place is pretty small, but everything was really Quality. The service was exceptional as was our meal. Recommend to anyone looking for a Real Quality meal or drinks.“

4.4 Superb148 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

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

4.3 Superb213 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 ❤️“

4.3 Superb116 Reviews
Pacific's Edge American • $$
120 Highlands Dr, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

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

“Awesome view great food One of my favorite places close to home....“

4.2 Good347 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
Agedashi Tofu
Seaweed Salad
Chicken Katsu
Hamachi Kama

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

4 Good273 Reviews
The Annex at Seventh & Dolores Wine Bar • $$
7th Avenue &, Dolores St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

“Highly recommend, great vibes, Carmel modern style, extremely clean, great small plates to eat and relax. Fire pits outside to make it cozy, relaxing yet romantic. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. They can cater to whatever music you’re into. Fabulous and extensive wine selection. Great for any day and any time. Romantic date night setting or business casual meetings. Perfect little hidden gem.

Vegetarian options: Multiple dishes

Dietary restrictions: You can cater to what you want

Parking: Parking lot behind and plenty of street parking

Kid-friendliness: Kid and dog friendly, with the beach only 2 blocks away

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible inside and outside“

3.6 Good82 Reviews