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    La Bicyclette

    4.1 (2.7k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Gnocchi
    Bryce S.

    Located on the corner of 7th & Dolores, is La Bicyclette. They asked if we had reservations we didn't but they allowed us to walk in as long as we were out by 12:30. The service is kind of slow. The restaurant is old French/Italian. It was very warm inside the restaurant. The pizza was very blasé. The Gnocchi was probably my best dish I ate at a restaurant in months! Super pillowy and cooked perfectly. The gnocchi just melt in your mouth! The sauce was super rich and so delicious. You could literally drink it. Love that it came with a little bread to dip. I just wish there was even more gnocchi! The mousse was very good, too! Extremely rich, perfectly whipped, chocolate heaven. My Latte seemed weak and watery. *The Gnocchi saved the review from being a 3 star*

    Veggie risotto
    Susan S.

    One of the most charming restaurants in Carmel by the sea. Michelin awarded. A delicious French bistro. Terrific mushroom appetizer. Gorgeous wine menu. Terrific service-attention to detail. The best steak, linguini and all entrees are delicious. Bon Appetite!

    Fish
    Clayton M.

    Very nice spot for a date dinner out in Carmel. We walked right up and were seated right away on a Sunday evening in May. Good spot if you're staying in downtown Carmel. Server was friendly and gave us good recommendations. We ended up splitting the fish, and a pizza with honey drizzle on it. Sooooo good. Both were fantastic. Cool vibe inside. Feels like you're in Europe. Glad we came! Would come again.

    chocolate mousse
    Nicole A.

    Very hard place to get a reservation for probably due to its surging popularity on instagram and tiktok. I monitored for cancelations on Opentable and was able to get us an early 5pm dinner mid-week. I did enter this place with a healthy bit of skepticism especially with hearing about how a lot of Carmel's food is all pretty expensive but ultimately mediocre in taste. However, my boyfriend and I both agreed that this place was honestly quite good. The big winner is the gnocchi, which is a shocking $30 for only 10 pieces. However, the pieces are quite large and with the bread and sauce that you can use to dip other things (like the pizza) into it, I felt it was worth it. My other favorite from the menu was the Labbe white wine. It was perfectly chilled and as someone who is not normally a white wine fan I really liked it, although that can come down to personal tastes. The margarita pizza was alright, but having it after the wine and gnocchi was a fairly good come down. We finished off with the chocolate mousse, which a bit more pudding like than a mousse should be, but not bad. The chocolate chunks on top gave it enough texture to replace the airiness. Given the choice again however, I would choose a different dessert. I can see how this place can definitely get pricey if everyone gets their own entree, especially the non-pizza items, but for a nice budget date night (~$100 total), our selections were more than good. I would come back if I was in the area again.

    Gnocchi
    Megan D.

    The restaurant was adorable and the menu was simple. Our server was super kind and attentive and gave us many recommendations for what to try. We started with the gnocchi and mushrooms and I would definitely recommend the gnocchi it was delicious and something new. We did family style and tried the pork, lobster pasta, scallop risotto special and the sausage pizza. Everything was so so delicious and no misses. The pizza was thin and crispy and pasta was al dente and flavorful.

    Inside
    Dianna W.

    One of our favorite French restaurants in Carmel . It is nicely decorated and great service . I love it that we got tiny dainty room that fit two small takes for 2 and 3 guests . Class silverware , ceramic plates with matching napkins . They are famous for the wood fired pizzas and mushroom caps with hazelnut/ garlic butter . Will keep you posted for more food items .

    Lauren M.

    Lived up to the hype! The spinach gnocchi melted in your mouth and was incredibly decadent. The mushroom pizza was the star of the meal for me and I'm not even a big mushroom fan. We finished with the affogato, which was the perfect ending to a fantastic dinner.

    Little surprise chocolate drop @yassiG
    Yassi G.

    Quite charming indeed! Cozy and intimate seating. Great service. I got lucky and was able to snag a table without much wait, since I didn't have a reservation. The server made some recommendations for me after I let him know what I was in the mood for and my taste preferences- I'm so indecisive. Honestly the pizza that the folks had next to my table looked incredible. But I knew if I had a whole pizza in front of me , I would absolutely eat the whole thing in one sitting by myself. So I decided to be "good" and not tempt myself. I went with the Gnocchis Parisiens- oh. My. Goodness. Spinach flavors, light, fluffy, comforting, delightful... surrounded by this Parmesan cheese bake/sauce. I practically licked the pan it came in. It was so good. I got the half order which was filling but easily would've smashed a full. By rec of the waiter, I got the glass of Rose Bargemone- g'damn. So good! Paired perfectly with the dish I got. I felt so romantical after this visit LOL this place makes you feel a little whimsy. The waiter also gifted a small chocolate drop to go- I mean I dunno how they made that thing but it was the best chocolate I had all trip!!

    Kay L.

    Cute establishment! Definitely recommend making a reservation before you come especially if you have a big group. I was able to walk in and make a reservation for 2 and wait for about 1 hour. Recommend the pizzas here! It's a thin crust and use that hot chili oil on the pizza! Will come back again with friends and recommend.

    Jessica D.

    We came here on a Saturday afternoon with no reservation and somehow there was a cancellation and we got seated right away. We saw that the callback list was pretty long and was happy that they sat us. The place is small and cozy. We got a pizza and a salad to share. The pizza was really good!

    Andre C.

    We chose this restaurant because of its Michelin Guide 2025 recognition and were looking forward to a special family dining experience. Unfortunately, our visit was disappointing from the moment we arrived. Despite having a reservation, we observed multiple guests without reservations being seated ahead of us. After waiting, we were eventually assigned a table located directly next to the service area. My wife's chair was partially positioned in the pathway used by staff carrying hot food and drinks. As a parent, I immediately became concerned about the safety of my young son, as servers had to maneuver around our table while carrying hot meals, creating what I felt was an unnecessary risk. While I was discussing these concerns with the staff, my wife was seated and suffered a hard fall. She immediately experienced pain in her wrist and back, which continued throughout our lunch. Following the incident, I requested access to the security footage so we could better understand what happened. Rather than showing concern or investigating the situation objectively, the manager appeared more focused on placing blame on my wife, suggesting that she had not been careful. Accidents can happen anywhere, and what often defines a business is how it responds when they do. Unfortunately, we left feeling that our safety concerns were dismissed and that there was little empathy shown regarding an incident that caused pain and distress during what should have been an enjoyable family meal. The food may have met expectations, but the service, seating arrangement, and handling of the incident fell well short of what I would expect from a restaurant carrying Michelin recognition

    Chicken dish sooooo good
    Joanna S.

    Rainy day, no reservation, and somehow we stumbled into one of the most delicious meals I've had in a long time. Everything about this place felt special. The food was truly chef's kiss..you can taste the care, quality ingredients, and love that goes into every dish. It's the kind of meal where you take a bite and just look at each other like, "Wow." Every plate felt thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. The cozy atmosphere made it even better, especially on a super rainy day. It honestly felt like the perfect little escape, and now I'm wishing I could eat here every single day. My only wish? Craft cocktails! That would take the experience completely over the top. But even without them, the food absolutely speaks for itself. If you appreciate high-quality food made with serious TLC, this spot is a must-try. I'm already looking forward to going back.

    Gnocchi and basque pizza
    Stephanie F.

    Loved the vibe as soon as we got in. Our server was so genuine and gave us the perfect recommendations. Mushroom caps were delicious as was the bread that came with them. Steak was delicious. Gnocchi was divine! Downsides were that the pommes frites were a little soft and the Basque pizza was just okay, but nothing to write home about. Unfortunately we didn't have room for dessert, but overall left happy and full. Can't wait to come back :)

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    Ask the Community - La Bicyclette

    Do they use French flour when making their croissants?

    Can I order food for pickup?

    Probably not. I suggest calling them.

    Is it dog friendly? As of 2025

    Nope. No outdoor seating. Realistically, the only way they could be dog friendly is if Fido is allowed to sit at the table with you.

    Do they have a children's menu?

    No, I don't think so.

    Do you need to make reservations?

    Highly recommend it, especially for dinner

    Do you accept parties of 1?

    Yes

    Does La Bicyclette still have outdoor seating?

    Nope!

    Is this business dog friendly?

    Yes, they allow dogs on their outdoor parklet

    How to make reservations at this restaurant?

    +1 (831) 622-9899 call and make a reservation. No problem 😁

    Do they have heat lamps for the outdoor seating?

    They did while we were there in February and a tent.

    Is this restaurant open now?

    Yes

    Are you open for dine in currently?

    No.

    Do they do walk in or do we need to make reservations?

    Must must must make reservations, unless you gamble and show up at 4:45 to get a choice of their worst smallest table and/or they tell you the one and only other table they put a time limit on.

    Do they have vegan gluten free options and if they do, what are they?

    Possibly the soup of the day- it varies. They have one salad option that can be customized to be vegan and gluten free.… Read more

    Do they have creme brulle?

    Their dessert menu changes. They didn't have it when I was there last time. Call and ask.

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    Both the spouse & I are "lactose sensitive" ! and prefer foods not too cheesey/creamy, but…read morefortunately we ended up greatly enjoying the souffles here, as they were light & fluffy, and tasty. When ordering I did inquire on which souffle would be less "creamy," and their recommendation (the lardons & fromage souffle with "winter fruit and jalapeno chutney") was a perfect recommendation. This souffle is made with gruyere cheese & small chunks of bacon, but itself not heavy at all. The side of chutney had pieces of fruit (that tasted like apples or pears to me), and had a warm spice (nutmeg?) flavor and a hint of jalapeno, that wasn't really spicy at all. The chutney balanced the bacon cheese souffle extremely well. For our other entree souffle we got the garlic souffle with Dungeness crab sauce on the side, which they explained is less so creamy and more so buttery. This souffle is made with garlic pieces, so we loved it as well. The crab sauce on the side was somewhat creamy and had nice chunks of crab in it. For our dessert selection, we had the Grand Mariner souffle & the passion fruit mango souffle. As other reviewers have mentioned, I would agree that the Grand Mariner sauce is pretty good but didn't taste too boozy, so next time I may try a different one ;-). The passion fruit mango souffle had a nice bright flavor, and if available I would get it again. Service was intimate & friendly. Bad on our part, we were actually running a little behind schedule (I arrived 10 min late, but the spouse still needed to find parking) for our noon appointment, but we were greeted with warmth and understanding.

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