44 Best Vegan Restaurants in Carmel By The Sea

“Great foods and great friends !“

“The most civilized place to dine in Carmel. We are always made to feel like guests visiting a friend in their cozy dining room. As for the soufflés—delicious, a bit decadent and most enjoyable. Given that it's only lunch service, there is no reason not to get 10,000 steps on the beach post-lunch! We will be back!“

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

“One of the best chinese restaurants in Carmel. We make it a tradition to visit every year to satisfy and recalibrate our taste buds. The restaurant itself is very simple, not fancy at all. You could almost describe it as a fast food spot or a cafeteria. But don’t let the appearance fool you. The food is incredibly fresh, and the flavors do something extraordinary to your palate that is genuinely hard to describe. It’s one of those places you simply have to experience for yourself. A special thank you to Tommy for the passion and consistency you bring. You have created a place that gives people a truly memorable dining experience, and we look forward to coming back every year.“

“Absolutely fantastic restaurant and a breath of fresh air in the Carmel culinary community. The food was incredible and the service was top notch. The space is refreshingly chic and relaxing. The tables are spaced apart to allow for conversation and there's no rush to finish your meal. You are encouraged to linger and enjoy the best meal in Carmel!“

“Delicious pizza & drinks.“

“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🤩“

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

“Beyond amazing. Service ambience and food was impeccable“

“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.“

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

“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!!!👍“

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

“one of the best in Carmel...“

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

“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.“

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

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

“Absolutely love this spot. Very well curated home goods (albeit pricey), and they have everything you need whether it's pastries, coffee or something more substantial. The setting is beautiful and the staff has always been super nice. I know there's been some staff turnover so I hope the owners are investing heavily in paying management and the staff a fair wage, this is a really special place that deserves it (and you can afford it Taylor Farms)“

“Amazing food. Amazing atmosphere and wonderful service.“

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

“Love the BLTA. Need a quick lunch or snack? This is the place. Only reasonable prices in Carmel.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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!“

“From farm to fresh right on the plate; try the walnut apple salad and add chicken if you like. The atmosphere by the fire warms one inside and out.“

“Loved the happy hour! Great food and drinks!! The service was fantastic!“

“Never fails to give great food and service.“

“The staff made our experience such a wonderful place! From the moment we checked in till we got the check. Our server was courteous, considerate (we had a huge table beside us) and attentive. The aesthetics of the restaurant is very captivating and beautiful. We will be coming back for more!“

“Got 2 Baja fish tacos, which were ok. Was hoping for beer-batter style to be crispy with a slight crunch but in reality, it was more soft and kind of soggy. Could have used more aioli and flavor in general, definitely benefited from additional lime squeeze. Maybe pickled red onions slices could be a good touch. Service was great, friendly, had an ingredient list with major allergen concerns when I asked questions about my allergies- really appreciate that! Tables inside and outside. Open restroom nearby.“

“We recently visited Carmel and were craving Italian food, so we decided to try Allegro Pizzeria since it was conveniently close to our hotel—and we’re so glad we did! This charming local spot has a warm, low-key, inviting atmosphere that immediately made us feel comfortable. You can tell it’s a favorite among locals, not just tourists, which is always a great sign.
The restaurant was very clean, neat, and welcoming, and the service was excellent from start to finish. Our waiter, Evan, took wonderful care of us—friendly, attentive, and prompt without making us feel rushed.
As for the food—delicious! We started with the calamari appetizer, which was perfectly cooked and flavorful. I enjoyed the lasagna, rich and comforting with classic Italian flavor. The shrimp and scallop pasta in a butter and wine sauce was absolutely wonderful—fresh seafood and a beautifully balanced sauce. Our son loved his pizza, which was fun, cheesy, and hit the spot. We also appreciated the soup, salad, and fresh bread that rounded out the meal.
Parking was plentiful, though we loved that it was an easy walk from our hotel. If you’re visiting Carmel and looking for a casual, delicious Italian restaurant with great service, Allegro Pizzeria is definitely worth a visit!“

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

“Route 1 was closed and I had to return to Carmel from Big Sur and took Freeway 101 instead. So another pasta at Portabella! Always going back for it.“

“They have good coffee here.“

“Gorgeous!! I came to the ranch for a conference, and will definitely be coming back again. Could not ask for more lovely scenery, more activities (hiking! golf! archery!), or more considerate staff.“

“Great food service and atmosphere“

“Great Customer Service. And the food was Great“

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

“We've been coming for so many years never had a bad experience always love the food the people the ambience it's absolutely fun and excellent food drinks, etc. This time for lunch we had an exceptional server she's new to us. Her name was beautiful. It was a flower like maybe jasmine we hadn't seen her before but boy was she on top and thorough always seeing if we needed any more of anything we loved her she was phenomenal.❤️ just wanted you to know“

“Wonderful dining experience. Food was fabulous. We shared the calamari appetizer which was delicious. Then we shared the Paella oh my goodness was it wonderful. More than enough for two. This is a favorite restaurant of ours when we come to Carmel and it never disappoints.“

“Lovely setting, excellent service, food was delicious and best coffee I’ve ever tasted! I know you use Lavazza but how do you make it?? When we make it to Carmel again we’ll definitely come back!“

“This is our go to place for wonderful Indian cuisine. Wonderful atmosphere and service. We will be back!“

“We had a great meal last night and wonderful service with Bryan! Our lasagna and pizza were fantastic.“