13 Best Cocktail Bars in Carmel By The Sea

Chez Noir Seafood
5th Ave between Dolores and, San Carlos Street, 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

“What an exceptional dining experience. The creativity of the menu was a highlight, along with the locally sourced ingredients. Throughout, the ambience and service were cozy, elegant, and charming. Chez Noir is a restaurant with a clear perspective and warm authenticity, which makes it feel profoundly special. One of my all-time favorite restaurants, and I can well understand why it has garnered such acclaim! This was the perfect spot to celebrate our 20th anni.“

4.4 Superb347 Reviews
Stationæry Coffee & Tea • $$
San Carlos Street, 3 Northeast of 6th Avenue, San Carlos Street, 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
Yogurt Bowl with Fresh Fruit
Avocado Toast with Eggs
Bread and Chive Butter
Spagetti Amatriciana
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🤩“

4.1 Good487 Reviews
Brophy's Tavern Pubs • $$
San Carlos St &, 4th Avenue, 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
Fish and Chips with Coleslaw
Braised Short Rib Fries
Filet Mignon Sliders
Prime Rib French Dip
Brophy's Cobb Salad
French Dip Sandwich
Tavern Burger

“Great food, wonderful service and awesome atmosphere!“

4.5 Superb419 Reviews
A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar Bar • $$
Ocean Ave 3SW of, San Carlos Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Deep Fried Calamari \u0026 Chips
Deep Fried Calamari & Chips
Beer Battered Fish & Chips
Oysters on the Half Shell
Jumbo Prawn Caesar Salad
Seafood Sandwich Salad
Oysters Shuckefeller
Bay Shrimp Cocktail
Steamed Artichoke
Shrimp PO Boy

“Our first visit to Carmel by the Sea. Just looking for a quick bite to eat and stumbled upon A.W. Shucks. A small corner bar. Beautiful inside and sea murrals on the walls. We ordered the crab salad sandwich, clam chowder, bloody Mary and a margarita on the rocks. Recommended!“

4.5 Superb392 Reviews
Barmel Supper Club Cocktail Bar • $
San Carlos Street, Carmel

“Barmel Love Love Love ❤️“

3.5 Good29 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
Churros \u0026 Fondue 'Vegan
Queso Fundido GF Vegetarian
Fried Grasshopper with Lime
Cultura Black Bean Taco
Churros & Fondue 'Vegan
Oaxacan Hot Chocolate
Chicken Enchiladas GF
Smoked Mushroom Mole
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 Superb320 Reviews
Bud's at La Playa Bar • $$
Camino Real &, 8th Avenue, 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 Superb121 Reviews
Rio Grill American • $$
101 Crossroads Boulevard, Carmel

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 Superb593 Reviews
Pacific's Edge American
120 Highlands Drive, Carmel

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 Good813 Reviews
Seventh & Dolores Steak House
7th Avenue &, Dolores Street, 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 had excellent service! Our server Juan was very professional and provided personalized service throughout the evening. If you want a perfectly prepared steak, this is the best! This is our third visit to this restaurant and it was the best ever.
We highly recommend!“

4 Good289 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 Good186 Reviews
Toro Sushi Japanese
Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

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

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

4 Good447 Reviews
Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar Seafood • $$
between Dolores &, 6th Avenue, San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Award Winning Lobster Bisque with Artichokes Tomatoes and Parmesan
English Fish & Chips with Flaherty's Coleslaw and Tartar Sauce
Flaherty's Traditional Cioppino Soup
Flaherty's Traditional Cioppino
Crispy Local Calamari Appetizer
Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell
English Fish \u0026 Chips
Crispy Local Calamari 1
Halibut Fish and Chips
Linguine Pescatore

“Gluten free eaters join together and keep this business successful. Excellent GF options with creamy clam chowder, fried artichoke, crab cakes and fried calamari to start the meal and delicious. What a great find. We ate outside with the warmth of the heat lamps, perfect, along with a place where our dog was welcome. We are definitely headed here on our next trip through“

4 Good739 Reviews