This review is for the restaurant, bar and unfortunately the treatment of just one person who…read morealmost ruined the evening. I really hope whoever represents Mr. Eastwood and The Mission reads this and addresses it appropriately. We didn't have reservations, we had read the reviews and knew the food was good. We got there in the middle of the week, it was busy. We were greeted by one of the hostesses, super nice and were told the wait was 45 minutes. No problem, the bar was open and we sat to grab a few drinks. The bar staff, AWESOME and funny. This is when we met the lady of the house, the woman who I would describe as the lead hostesses. 5-5, skinny, sharp facial features, very pale and the attitude to match. She greeted several people who just walked in ( we had been waiting 20 minutes already), local patrons. She immediately ORDERED the front wait staff to sit 2 parties of 4, they got moved to the front of the line.She did not make contact with us, the simple people, she actually smirked when she looked in our direction. This is when I noticed the shift in attitude from the wait staff. Prior to her arrival, they were happily working smiling and joking with each other. She walked in and it's like Cruella had arrived . She disappeared back in the food preparation area and came back out and again, she took 2 parties ahead of us and seated them personally. They did not have reservations ( I overheard the conversation) . We didn't mind the wait, it was the attitude. When we finally were seated, the staff was " Johnny on the spot" with thier service and attitude. The food,off the hook. I had steak, done just right, buttery. She had fish cooked to perfection. When the waiter heard we were celebrating our anniversary, they brought a nice dessert, free. I watched in interest Cruella maneuver around the restaurant , I watched how the staff reacted around her and how she treated guests. Mission Ranch, if you are losing employees regularly, this person might be the cause of that. I don't want to play the race card but I will say this, those of us that were not a " Billy" or a " Buffy" were treated differently.

Picturesque property with sheep grazing a pasture which is connected to an estuary that pours into…read morethe ocean. Just dreamy. Dining is available inside, outside, or at the bar. There was evening entertainment with a piano player and singers. It seems like some of the singers were locals (think open-mic karaoke). Scallops were good. Potatoes served with them were bland. I tried a yummy drink not on the menu, but known to the locals - chambord kir royale. Wish I was able to visit for brunch but my Carmel experience came to an end. Next time!

Amazing service!! Food was so great and appetizing!!Their delicious freshly baked bread was the…read morecherry on top with my chicken parmesan. Our waiter Darnell gave me and my family such a warm, welcoming experience!!along with great and honest food recommendations!! I'd come back anytime visiting Carmel‼

Beautiful and tasty drink with great service from Juan. Thank you Juan. Great ambiance in the…read morerestaurant as well.

This place is intimate, classy, and perfect for a date night. We sat outside and they had heaters…read moreand blankets! That was awesome! Our server, Eddie, was excellent and had an impressive knowledge of the menu. He even helped us with wine-pairing suggestions for some of the dishes we ordered, which made the experience even better. The Bluefin Tuna Crudo was prepared perfectly, the tuna was incredibly fresh, seasoned just right, and beautifully garnished. The Halibut was equally impressive, cooked to the perfect doneness and complemented by excellent seasoning and garnishes. We also decided to try the Lobster Roll, and we're glad we did. It was delicious, with a perfectly toasted brioche bun that really brought everything together. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience and a great choice for date night. We're definitely glad we decided to eat here!

Stationary is a beautiful restaurant with a warm, cozy atmosphere and genuinely friendly service…read more The food and drinks were excellent overall! The only reason I'm taking off one star is the quality of the tuna in the crudo. The tuna itself didn't seem particularly high quality, which was disappointing, but the sauce was delicious and the fresh herbs were incredible. The lobster roll was also delicious! The bread was a little on the dry side, but it wasn't enough to take away from how much I enjoyed the dish. The absolute highlight of the meal, though, was the lavender blackberry Basque cheesecake. I cannot emphasize enough how incredible this dessert was. Genuinely one of the best cheesecakes I've ever had in my life! It was unbelievably creamy, perfectly balanced, and so delicious that I couldn't stop eating it. I'd come back for that cheesecake alone. Truly unforgettable!

This place was such a cute establishment to go to while staying in Carmel…read more They don't accept reservations. When my +1 and I walked up on Monday morning, we signed their wait list about half a page full. Already aware of the possible of wait, I asked another couple up front if they had waited long. They told me (to my horror) for an hour. Fortunately, we arrived after the breakfast rush wave (about 10:30am) and were seated after waiting for about 10-15 minutes. We were seated at the back room which was nice. It was a little bit more quieter compared to the front room. It was well decorated to look like a quaint cottage. What stuck my attention was the lovely mural on its walls with pinches of humor. Hostess and waiters were friendly and service was very quick. We were in and out of the restaurant in 30 minutes from being seated to the bill. We picked the ye old breakfast with choice of sausage and a ye old sweet with sausage as well. The food was delicious. I also ordered a coffee and my mug was never empty during the meal. Would definitely recommend this to anyone going to Carmel. Even though I was fortunate, I'd probably try to put my name in the list early or avoid the rush.

There is a decent amount of seating inside and loved the decor, there were painting in the wall…read morewith a lot going on if you pay close attention. It had me laughing...it was in a good way. The service, great service and food prepared rather quickly! Got the savory plate with eggs, bacon, hash browns and toast. Eggs just a touch over done but still good, hash browns were good and Bacon was perfectly crispy. I would definitely come back and try more here. Also the town is awesome so if you're in the area, and want some breakfast, this is a solid choice.

Delicious I ate everything in sight lol pancakes were fluffy and the sausage was delicious…read more Would definitely recommend.

A few weekends ago we were on our way to the Monterey Bay Aquarium but we were unable to get a…read moretable because there was a long wait and we had hungry kids. We stayed in Monterey this weekend and were able to come again but at a different time with no wait time. We are really glad we came back to try it. It is so cute inside! Everyone who works there is so friendly, they seem to really enjoy working there. The food was really good, way better than the pictures. Very cute and would love to come back again when we are visiting to try something different. If you come and there is a long wait, there is a reason for it.

The turkey dill is the best and Cole, Manny (copas) y Norberto, are the best servers, everyone…read morethere are very friendly and helpful staff thanks

As locals, we have had the opportunity of visiting First Awakening since they first opened down the…read morehill. The quality of the food, the service, as well as the pricing of the plates, has been consistent since the opened. They may have to raise prices given our wonderful economy, however, and we make this point, the selections, and portions of food is never reduced. Now for those who always seem more intent on complaining about food ,or service, Have we experienced less than great servic,certainly. Have experienced poor food, NO. Now for those whose visit seemed to be a disaster, rember, Cannery Row has many fine restaurants. Too the rest ofus, just keep on smiling.

Bike & coffee review!!…read more Let's start with the coffee. By far the best I had my whole trip to Carmel/Monterey. Absolute perfection. We actually all got drinks from their seasonal menu. Highly recommend using the pistachio milk! Presentation was gorgeous and service was SO good. Friendliest people fr. The space is so clean and so trendy, welcoming, and smells amazing. Don't forget a pup cup for your pup! DO THE BIKE RENTALS! Absolute highlight of our trip. BUT the team at this location recommended we actually rent from their Monterey location based on what we wanted to experience (literally biking on the coast / 17 mile drive route- hello!!!). They were also able to recommend what bikes we should book, etc. Only thing that wasn't cute was the prices on the flyer at the bike shop are inaccurate. Said $50 all day ride from Monterey but in fact it was $75. They said the flyer was out of date. Regardless, Mad Dog is so fab

Saw this place ranked among Yelp's Top 50 Best Coffee Shops in America and knew I had to try it!…read more This review is strictly for the coffee shop! The coffee shop is located at the front, with bike rentals in the back. The store itself is super cute and extremely dog-friendly, which is always a huge plus. Parking: No designated parking lot, so you'll have to find street parking. It was pretty difficult on a Sunday, but honestly, that's nothing out of the ordinary for downtown Carmel. We got 3 drinks from their seasonal menu, and unfortunately, they were all just okay. Strawberry Fields -- $8.50 The matcha was decent, and I appreciated that they used strawberry purée. However, it wasn't memorable enough for me to order again. Vanilla Cardamom Latte -- $7.50 The cardamom was SUPER strong, and I felt like it overpowered everything else. The description mentioned rich espresso and creamy vanilla, but both were definitely lacking. Velvet Noir -- $7.50 This tasted as described: dark chocolate and cherry espresso. It was not overwhelmingly sweet. Service deserves a shoutout! Despite my mixed feelings about the drinks, the service was AMAZING! The cashier was super friendly and even made a special pup treat for my dog, which I genuinely appreciated. My dog absolutely loved it! As an avid coffee drinker, I'm not sure I'd personally consider this one of the "best coffee shops" based on the drinks alone. I was hoping for stronger espresso flavors, especially given the recognition and price point. That said, the customer service and dog-friendly atmosphere were fantastic! I didn't get a chance to rent a bike this time, but I'd definitely stop by again on my next visit to Carmel. Maybe I'll have better luck with a different drink next time!

La Bicyclette came highly recommended by some friends as well as a few Carmel locals, so it was…read moreHIGH on our list. We arrived about 20 minutes before opening and waiting in the (short but growing) line and were seated promptly. The inside is charming and casual, nice without feeling stuffy. Our server was kind and attentive and gave helpful recommendations on how much to order since we were splitting items. My mom and I ended up trying a seasonal pizza and the spinach gnocchi. The flavor of the pizza was exceptional (I loved how the figs helped cut the richness of the cheese), and the dough was perfectly chewy. And the gnocchi!! Each was so fluffy and flavorful. We ended up dipping our pizza crusts in the leftover sauce, it was delicious. If I could rate a restaurant 6/5, this would be one of those times. I wish we could have made it back to do dinner here as well, but it will definitely be top of the list for the next time we are in the area! This is a spot worth waiting in line for.

Such a good dinner. My husband let me try his minestrone, and that broth was a winner. We shared…read morethe gnocchi and the steak au poivre and everything was a 10/10. The fries were good, and that aoli.... I was dipping my steak in it it is was SO GOOD. I don't love the fact that there are just waiters carrying around hot pans of soup everywhere... Also there are two halves of the restaurant and when I went to use the bathroom (only one) I found out that we got seated on the half that looks like a high school theater set. I didn't love that. I would have liked to sit on the other side. They lost a star for service. Our server was a nice guy, but it seems like once we were done, he dipped. We probably sat for an extra 10-15 minutes when we wanted to leave because he wouldn't come back. And he definitely passed us. We found during our trip people were very pushy about dessert. Also, no mention of our anniversary, very disappointing. We were in Carmel for our 20th wedding anniversary and I mentioned that for all our reservations.

Excellent, high quality breakfast, great service, and very kind. The lobster Benedict was fresh and…read morewell prepared. Thank you!

When we chose this restaurant, we should've sorted by most recent. Sadly, we had the exact same…read moreexperience as it turns out others have had. When we arrived, restaurant was half full. We were patient, as there was only one person working. Over the next 1/2hr, at least four tables were seated, ordered and received food. We sat there... two black men and myself obviously being treated different. Even the dog, yes the dog at the table next to us was served his bowl of water before us. I had not been back to Carmel for 30 years since I moved out of state. What a nauseating experience, as I was sharing some childhood memories with my son, and my husband. Turns out our complaint to our server was pointless, as she tried to lie her way out of it "we lost your order in the kitchen." Then another gentleman appeared, turns out that this server was the owner. Filled w excuses and honestly, just because he was an immigrant doesn't mean he was a "brown"minority. This place is small and intimate, and they let us sit there, staring, looking, wondering why we are being treated different. No one said a peep until 45 minutes in. I started inquiring where our food was. I would've warned the handful of minorities that had arrived and we're waiting to be seated, but my husband asked me not to, as he said it's pointless and it looks like times haven't changed., especially in Carmel Not that it matters, but the lobster Benedict was mediocre at best, just enough lobster that it wasn't a lie I guess

We stopped at this cute lunch spot in a shopping building with lots of local businesses during a…read morestroll through Carmel. The ordering is done at the front counter, and while this may make people turn away, it shouldn't. The menu has sandwiches to full plated meals available for lunch which can fill anyone up depending on how hungry you are. We ordered a variety of dishes, and even though it was a busy Saturday during lunch the cooks and workers were quick to get our food out in a timely manner.

A cute cafe in the middle of a shopping plaza. There's lots of open seating with a steady stream of…read morecustomers. Our food still came out quickly though. We got the macchiato and latte and both were good. The macchiato was quite strong with just one shot so I preferred the latte. 1. Salmon pasta 5/5 The salmon is super tender and they give a decent amount of it. The pasta had a really tasty creamy sauce. I only wish the pasta had a bit more of a bite to it! 2. Philly cheesesteak 4.5/5 Good sized sandwich and the beef is very tender. The sandwich tasted a tad dry. 3. Ham and Brie sandwich 4.5/5 The ham and Brie is inside a very crispy croissant. The center of the croissant was very soft though.