50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Carmel By The Sea

“An excellent dining experience, from start to finish. You can taste the quality of the ingredients and the flavor combinations blew our minds. The attention to detail in each dish clearly showed the tremendous passion of the staff in the kitchen. Truly an incredible 4 course meal and I highly recommend it for any special occasion. What a visit!“

“Stopped in for lunch on our visit to Carmel. Absolutely loved the crispy crust of our all meat pizza. The chocolate cake was our favorite dessert we had during our stay in town. The service was excellent, and we even had an awesome chat with the owner. Would definitely come again!“

“The service is always great and the food is so good and fresh. We’ve been there multiple times to listen to music and it’s been really good. Enjoyed Ryan Sesma last night. Highly recommend! 😊“

“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.“

“Beyond amazing. Service ambience and food was impeccable“

“We love De Tierra Vineyards! The wines are amazing. The Tasting Room is in an adorable cottage that is so appropriate for enjoying wine in Carmel. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable about the wines. They even host live music on Sundays. We love being a part of the De Tierra Wine Club!“

“Our wedding cake from Sweet Reba’s was absolutely perfect! From the very first tasting to the final delivery, Reba and her team were wonderful to work with—kind, attentive, and genuinely passionate about their craft.

The cake itself was not only beautifully decorated but truly a showstopper at our reception. The design matched our wedding theme perfectly—elegant, romantic, and detailed down to every flower and ribbon. Guests couldn’t stop taking photos before we even cut into it!

And the flavor? Incredible. Each layer was moist, rich, and perfectly balanced—not too sweet, just delicious. Our guests are still talking about how good it was (and some even asked for seconds!).

If you want a wedding cake that tastes as amazing as it looks, I can’t recommend Sweet Reba’s Bakery enough. Reba turned our dream cake into reality and made our day even more special.“

“Amazing food with first class service. In a word.... WOW!!!“

“one of the best in Carmel...“

“We celebrated our anniversary there and had the BEST time. Faisal always makes you feel like family. The food and music are the best!!!“

“Nice place to have family gatherings..very nice restaurant and foods they serve..“

“The food was delicious and well cooked and the staff were very polite, welcoming and kind. Inside the restaurant are tons of cute little cows and it is very nice. It was very fancy and nice. I recommend this restaurant. It is very mooving.(Lots of cows )“

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

“Great food, wonderful service and awesome atmosphere!“

“Wow. Truly excellent beers. We tried four different styles and every single one was on point — clean, well-balanced, and full of character. It’s always impressive when a brewery shows this level of consistency across styles. We also had the chance to meet the owner, who is also the brewer, and that made the experience even better. Super friendly, passionate, and clearly dedicated to the craft. You can really taste the care behind each beer. Great atmosphere, welcoming vibe, and top-quality pours. This is exactly the kind of place you hope to find when you’re out exploring — outstanding beer and genuinely great people. This place is a true gem. If you’re in the area, don’t miss it. Definitely worth the stop — we’ll absolutely be back. 🍻“

“My wife and I were just looking for a quick grab-and-go coffee in the area and stumbled upon this place. Wow—we were so impressed! The coffee was excellent and the service was outstanding. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the neighborhood!“

“One of our favorite places breakfast. We're never disappointed by the food or the staff.“

“Amazing food with even more amazing service. Highly recommend for your special night out!“

“Amazing food and service. If you need gluten free options then this is the place! GF garlic bread, pasta, and more. soooo good!“

“Highly recommend!! We had a 90th birthday dinner for my mom with 11 people. Everything was superb! Outstanding service, excellent food and drinks. Outside terrace is pretty and even allowed our 2 dogs. Superb! Thank you to Z and the wonderful staff, everything was perfect!!!👍“

“Love this place. But depending on staff, welL? Signature burger requested as rare. Severed like leather. Gets reserved tables requests wrong most times. Beet salad with two tiny beets? Not good. Still, a strong recommendation.“

“had a great experience here. The sushi was incredibly fresh, well presented, and everything came out quickly. What really made the visit stand out, though, was Oshan. He was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely went out of his way to make sure everything was perfect. It's rare to receive service that's both professional and personable. Thanks to Oshan, this was one of the best dining experiences I've had. I'll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for excellent sushi and outstanding customer service“

“The Pocket in Carmel-by-the-Sea serves beautifully prepared seasonal dishes, with standout fresh seafood and inventive small plates that showcase local coastal flavors. The intimate atmosphere is cozy and elegant, making it ideal for a romantic dinner or special celebration, whether you choose the warm indoor seating or charming patio. Service is consistently attentive, warm, and thoughtful from start to finish. The quality of the food, curated wine list, and overall experience make it a true gem in Carmel—absolutely delightful and highly recommended.“

“Loved the food, Teo our server was exceptional. Cozy yet romantic. A must to enjoy when in Carmel.“

“Super cool spot with a lot of local shops! Food, spa, coffee, wine, everything!“

“Terrific food and wonderful service. It has been ages since I have seen frog legs on a menu and they did not disappoint. The beef Wellington was on special and it's was another outstanding item. Be prepared though, it's not cheap, but I loved it.“

“Visited on a slow Monday with my wife for lunch and had a great time. Wonderful view of the vines, great service (thank you, Arjun), and solid red blends. The kitchen was off that day, but the charcuterie board hit the spot alongside The Hound. We will be returning on our regular Carmel trips.

Pictured: the sparkling rose.“

“I came here for the first time today and wow!!! What a unique atmosphere and energy. Diego the host originally greeted us and Rowena was our bartender/server. Only thing that upset me was we don't have this place back home! There clam chowder was amazing!“

“We had a great time at Galante Vineyards Tasting Room! It was our first ever wine tasting experience, and we greatly benefitted from the great service of the tasting room - we were fortunate to have the place to ourselves for much of the evening, and were guided through our tasting by Patrick, who was very helpful, friendly, and an enjoyable guide to talk to about wine, the history of the town, or just about anything. He gave us insight into the history, growing conditions, and flavors in each wine, and we were able to try a good variety of a few whites, some reds, and even a delicious dessert wine. We do not have much wine-drinking experience, but we thought all the wines were great, very drinkable, and some truly stood out, like the chardonnay, the dessert wine, and the Blackjack Cabernet Sauvignon, so we had to get a few bottles as well. This combination made the wine tasting a true experience, and very worthwhile even for a few wine amateurs.“

“Such a beautiful spot wow! Great food and drinks! Their soft serve ice cream is so good! They have a beautiful garden you can walk through. Fun for kids they have swings and a cute little maze in the garden! Dogs are welcome on the grass area/picnic, not the garden though.“

“Felt right at home as soon as we walked into this place. Both the manager and the gentleman who helped us were wonderful. They expanded our horizons from our typical palette. Ended up leaving with a bottle of their sparkling rose which we normally don’t lean towards at all! It was so refreshing yet dry and definitely hit the spot during the warm day. The bar was spacious and the outdoor dining area had a nice cool breeze. Good ambience is key and this place definitely has it. We will be back when visiting the area again🍷“

“I cannot recommend both Shale Canyon wine tasting room and Nora’s Carmel enough. While celebrating a birthday last weekend, we stopped in the tasting room before dinner and were greeted with the warmest welcome by Janice. She, along with the staff at Noras, made our experience 5 stars through and through. Both establishments are a must while you’re in Carmel.“

“Wonderful customer service and the Zin was wonderful!!! 👍🏻“

“Amazing wines and a tasting room that is the best in Carmel!“

“The Quail has gone above and beyond my expectations and I’ve only been here 3 hours!! The service is amazing and the grounds are exquisitely perfect!! The suite is probably the nicest room I’ve ever stayed in. I am in love with this place. Don’t even want to leave to go anywhere else! I highly recommend!!“

“Great service, great ambiance, great food!“

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

“We came back for a second visit, and it confirmed why we wanted to return. The food was just as good as the first time fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. It’s hard to find a place that’s this consistent, but Alvarado Street Brewery definitely delivers.

A special shoutout to our server, James. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. His great attitude and excellent service made an already great experience even better.

If you’re in Monterey and looking for great food, excellent service, and a relaxed atmosphere, I highly recommend stopping by. Two visits in, and they’ve definitely earned a repeat customer. We’ll absolutely be back again!“

“Delicious freshly prepared donuts with sn amazing variety of glazes. The also have beignets and an assortment of drinks and beverages.“

“Very good food and excellent service!! It was as a very nice experience !!“

“Wow! Wanted to grab a simple sandwich on our way out of town...were totally amazed by the awesome sandwich options here. Ended up dining in, adding the yummy duck fat fries and some unsweetened ice tea to our delicious sandwiches (he did pastrami and I did burnt ends). Loved the easy self-order system that let me customize our choices.“

“yummy food and great atmosphere my sliders were epic and the wine choices were great,Andrew was really attentive thank you“

“Overall a wonder experience! We visited 4 wineries this weekend and this was by far the best. Great atmosphere, amazing wines and Savannah was amazing! She was knowledgeable, friendly and engaging. Would definitely recommend. Thanks Savannah for an amazing visit!!!“

“Jeffrey’s has the best food 🥘 and it’s very reasonably priced.“

“My wife and I had a wonderful time during a day-trip last Sunday, 4/12/26. Our server did a great job of attending to our every whim and request! The ambience was fantastic and even though it rained a little, moving into the bar area was another experience in itself. We can't thank em enough for giving us such a memorable experience!“

“Really fun spot and super friendly staff.“

“Best coffee in the West“

“This is a Real Gem a few tables, clean, nicely decorated, the food is always fresh and sources from great places, seasonal, from appetizer to main course Amir and his team are very attentive, friendly and patient. Nice wine list, the home baked bread is so tempting you can't stop eating. The meat and seafood is so fresh and cooked to perfection. A locals secret place always a pleasure to return“

“Went to a live jazz performance here. Great small venue, relaxed vibe, and knowledgeable staff. Great wines, too! The space was clean, well maintained, and with a modern, but almost retro-60's feel. The wines are classic Monterey - Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the Salinas Valley and SLH. But Sabrine Rodems, the winemaker (a very busy girl in these parts, making wines for many of the local labels), also does varietals from other nearby AVAs, like Paso Robles. Recommend.“

“What another extraordinary evening at Seventh and Delores Steakhouse. We were treated so specially by our waiter Oscar and his assistant. And the restaurants owner/ general manager was one of the most congenial and welcoming I’ve met in Carmel. It was my birthday and after a perfect steak dinner, cocktails and wine—Oscar, his assistant and the GM surprised me with a cheesecake with two mini Roman candle-like sparklers. They all sang happy birthday —only a little embarrassing but kind- and the whole restaurant sang and clapped afterwards. What an evening, but then again, birthday or not—every evening at 7th and Delores Steakhouse is. Thank you Oscar, to the Owner/parter and Oscar’s assistant. A night to remember.“