12 Best Cocktail Bars in Carmel

“We had the best experience here! We went for my 30th birthday and our waiter Stephen was THE BEST!! We had the best service and he was such a fun addition to our day. I'd highly reccomend going and make sure you get Stephen you won't be disappointed!“

“Had girls night on a Friday night. It was slower than normal but Peggy took excellent care of myself and two friends. She had an awesome attitude the second we walked into the door. She made us feel right at home and automatically started helping make suggestions. Cocktails, local bourbon flights and good food. What else could we ask for? Low-light setting makes it feel like a relaxed speak easy. It was a great time and I would highly encourage anyone to go and say hi to Peggy, she'll treat ya right!“

“Love Monterey in Carmel! Beautiful restaurant, great service, and even better food!“

“Great food and great service! 5/5 would highly recommend“

“We had dinner here for a friend's birthday and everything exceeded expectations! From Frankie's service, to the complimentary appetizer, the rest of the food, and the custom dessert drink they whipped up for us after we asked for Fireball whiskey shots to end the night. Thank you for a great experience and can't wait to be back!“

“Can’t say enough about how good the cooking is at this restaurant! I really enjoyed the Shrimp and Grits risotto! And the Pork special was absolutely wonderful. It came with collard greens and a southern style gravy that I don’t know could be so good! Don’t forget to try their wedge salad. It’s a winner. Overall I’m super happy to have this restaurant in Carmel.“

“I have been to this location a few times and the food has been great every time. The service is a little hit or miss depending on the day. It gets really busy on Sunday’s, but if you beat the church rush it’s normally fine! The omelets and mimosas are favorites!“

“We recently attended the ESQUE Burlesque Holiday Edition show at Feinstein’s, and what an incredible experience it was! The venue itself is quaint, gorgeous, and inviting, the perfect setting for an intimate performance. From the moment we arrived, the staff was welcoming and attentive, making us feel right at home.
The show was absolutely outstanding, with talented performers, captivating energy, and such a fun, festive vibe throughout the entire event. The cocktails were fantastic as well, beautifully made and perfectly fitting the event’s flair. A special shoutout to Ben, the manager, who stopped by our table a few times to check in and make sure everything was perfect. Such a thoughtful touch that did not go unnoticed.
If there’s one area that fell short, it was the food. This was a brunch event, and unfortunately, the dishes were quite bland. With a bit more attention to flavor and seasoning, the kitchen could really elevate the experience to match the excellence of the rest of the venue.
Despite that one drawback, we absolutely loved our time at Feinstein’s and will definitely be returning soon. It’s a truly special place and we can’t wait to come back for another unforgettable show!“

“We were hungry and it was a long day so we stopped here because it was easy. I was shocked. The food was delicious we had burgers and a ribeye sandwich. I have zero complaints. Quality beef. Flavorful. And for the price it was even more amazing. We will come back for sure. It’s also a great grocery store if you haven’t been.“

“Wonderful lunch and waiter Rick. Thank you“

“Good quality food. Nice bar.“

“Our first dining experience here and certainly won't be our last. Food... outstanding! Service... sat at the bar and the bartender was wonderful. Wish I could recall her name but she was so fun, energetic and knowledgeable. Thank you for a wonderful dinner prior to our concert next door.“