Guide to Carmel - 2026–2027

Carmel Chamber of Commerce Where to Dine 122 YAFARESTAURANT (831) 624-9232 Junipero & 5th, Carmel, CA 93921 yafarestaurant.com Yafa Restaurant is a casual corner café serving delicious Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes in a warm and homey environment. MEXICAN BAJA CANTINA (831) 625-2252 7166 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel, CA 93923 carmelcantina.com Enjoy award winning Mexican cuisine, while surrounded by authentic original auto memorabilia. Nothing beats a margarita on the patio with views of the valley hills. CULTURA (831) 250-7005 Dolores btwn 5th & 6th Su Vecino Court Carmel, CA 93921 culturacarmel.com A whimsical expression of Oaxacan-Mexican cuisine in a contemporary setting. Seasonal menu. Locally sourced ingredients. Brunch, lunch, dinner, late night bites. PIZZA RISE +ROAM (831) 574-2900 NE Corner Mission & 7th St. Carmel, CA 93921 riseandroamcarmel.com RISE + ROAM is a modern craft, bakery and pizzeria using organic flour and the finest ingredients - delicious coffee - baked goods - naturally fermented sourdough pizza - salads - sandwiches - soups - beer + wine. SEAFOOD A.W. SHUCKS COCKTAIL &OYSTER BAR (831) 624-6605 Ocean Ave. S/S 100 West of San Carlos Carmel, CA 93921 awshuckscarmel.com Known for our extensive cocktail and drink menu, a variety of fresh seafood dishes including oysters, fish & chips, sandwiches, chowders, locals and tourists alike enjoy our food, jovial atmosphere and exceptional service. CATCH...CARMEL’S FISHHOUSE (831) 624-5659 Ocean btwn Lincoln & Monte Verde Carmel, CA 93921 catchcarmel.com Catch... Carmel’s Fish House offers the quintessential Carmel-by-the-Sea dining experience. Enjoy the freshest sustainable seafood and meats available. FLAHERTY’S SEAFOOD GRILL &OYSTER BAR (831) 625-1500 6th btwn San Carlos & Dolores Carmel, CA 93921 flahertysseafood.com Two restaurants under one roof serving award- winning seafood for over 25 years. Famous chowders, stews, cioppino & catch of the day. Private dining avail. up to 65 people. FLYING FISH GRILL (831) 625-1962 Carmel Plaza, Mission btwn Ocean & 7th Carmel, CA 93921 flyingfishgrill.com Asian fusion seafood. 34 Where to Dine