La Balena
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Junipero St, Carmel-By-The-Sea
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La Balena, located between LA and SF, offers a charming Italian dining experience. The husband and wife owners create a welcoming atmosphere, making guests feel as if they are in Firenze. The menu features delicious options, with standouts including the beet salad, hand-cut papadelle pasta with wild boar ragu, and short rib raviolis in Marsala sauce. The back patio and wine-filled racks add to the rustic ambiance. Service is excellent, making La Balena a top choice for any occasion.