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Best Eats in Monterey/Pacific Grove/Carmel By the Sea
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items I visit Monterey Bay and the surrounding areas all the time. These are some of my favorite places to dine at while enjoying the ocean and watching the otters! 🌊🏖️🦦
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Best Eats in Monterey, CA
Parker- Lusseau is run by a husband wife duo who met in Europe while attending culinary school. All of their baked goods are exceptional along with their cakes. Favorites include the almond croissant and the Tropique cake. Also their sandwiches.
Parker-Lusseau Pastries
Korean buffet and bbq! Great for if you get tired of clam chowder.
Little Korea
Massive sandwiches! Love the dutch crunch bread
Compagno's Market & Deli
One of the most iconic restaurants on Fisherman's Wharf. They offer ocean views and delicious clam chowder. You can pick some up from their to go window or even buy it canned to take home!
Old Fisherman’s Grotto
Don't let the name fool you, this is a beautiful restaurant with white tablecloths and a conservatory. Delicious seafood, pastas, and steaks.
The Sardine Factory
I discovered this tiki bar/restaurant from a youtuber originally. Great for vegetarians as they have a full menu not just a couple of options. I love fish tacos and their Lilikoi Pie.
Hula's Island Grill
Come here for breakfast, the pancakes will be bigger than your face. They have great options for lunch as well!
First Awakenings
Walking distance from Fisherman's Wharf so it's great if you don't want to deal with the crowds. My mom and I were shocked by how good the Steak & Mushroom pie and the Chicken pie were. It really looks like an old English pub so the atmosphere is...
Crown & Anchor
Pacific Grove, CA
Truly underrated as it's in between Monterey and Carmel but don't miss out!
Empanadas are my weakness 😭😁
Cafe Guarani
A favorite of locals and visitors, this adorable cafe has a cozy and charming atmosphere. I'm a sucker for eggs benedict but they also have a delicious french toast.
Red House Cafe
Carmel By the Sea, CA
Best eats in Carmel by the Sea, CA!
Make reservations if you can! They allow walk ins but this extremely popular French bistro can be a long wait. Their Chou-Fleur Romesco is a wonderful appetizer and all of their pizzas are delicious.
La Bicyclette Restaurant
STUNNING views of the ocean and the golf course. Upscale but still casual with a variety of seafood, sandwiches, and flatbreads. Technically in Pebble Beach but close to Carmel.
The Bench
Korean fusion in the Carmel shopping plaza. They have burgers, salads, as well as jajamyun and bibimbap!
Jeju Kitchen
Great for breakfast with a gorgeous array of pastry options. If you want something heartier they have delicious pizzas like “the Piggy” 🐷
Rise + Roam Bakery and Pizzeria
Delicious Mediterranean food with live music (and sometimes a belly dancer) in the evenings! 💃
Dametra Cafe