ANOTHER DINNER TO MEMBER AT THIS ICONIC RESTAURANT My 2024 meal, also while staying in the Hotel, lauded the local cuisine and gentile service. Both years we had no sunset but saved that for breakfast again. Chris was our menu consultant and he confess that the fish of the day was Branzino. When I asked if it had arrived by sea or air and he added Italy is very far away! But the fish was splendidly fresh and perfectly prepared for two and ample. The wine list is that of a Michelin rated cellar. My daughter shared a pleasing rose from Paso Robles with our first plates and I enjoyed a Chardonnay from the Santa Maria Highlands an acclaimed local appellation and a perfect accompaniment to the Branzino. read more

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I could not find a way to make reservations online. No matter what day and time I looked up, nothing came up with availability. I had to call and was told reservations were reserved for guest staying with them but if there are any slots available you can make a reservation. That was it. I had to ask if there were any available and if I could take one. The person on the phone did not offer it up to me and volleyed between 'oh looks like we may have one' to 'oh yes we have a few but none at the time you would like, oh no wait we have one at this time.' They have guest parking but it is limited. We did their valet for $10 to avoid having to walk the distance and hills from their guest lots to the restaurant. We waited at the front by the host desk for a bit while we watched employees walk back and forth. We asked someone if we could be helped and they said we'd have to wait for the host. No host to be seen. A waiter eventually seated us. This kind of waiting with a reservation as well as the lack of hosting upon arrival is a first for me at a restaurant that's supposed to be a 'nice' dinner. It took 30 minutes for someone to take our drink order. We had a rotating number of people, we had at least 4 people, helping us until our actual waitress showed up. While the view is great, there are limited two top seaters along the windows. We were actually seated at a 4 seater even though it was only two of us and had to ask if we could be moved to any of the empty two seater along the view. They told us those seats were for people with reservations. Like the reservation we had? Guess not! What a curious and eye brow raising practice for this restaurant to partake in. Food was fine. I don't think it was worth the price tag. I was hoping for something that made the minor but obvious 'inconveniences' worth it. I don't think the menu is worth trying and would say you are better off having a drink at the bar over trying to get a reservation and then trying to kindly ask for better seats. I had the short rib that was served with carrots over cheesy polenta. What a pairing miss. Polenta didn't taste like anything and the grainy texture did not pair well with the chewy, fatty meat. This is the exact kind of place you eat at then go to straight to Taco Bell because of how hungry you still are after paying a $200 bill. Will I be back again? Sure, but it would be for the view and nothing else. Would I recommend it? Try at your own risk read more

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Stunning views of the coastline! We had such a wonderful experience at this restaurant. We came for breakfast, and honestly, the views were so breathtaking that we almost didn't care about the food- but we were pleasantly surprised by how delicious everything was! We tried the Big Sur Breakfast and the Point Lobos Benedict, and both were fantastic. Everything was 10/10, from the food to the incredible setting. Definitely a must-visit if you're in the area. We'll be back! read more

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Food is good and location can't be matched. Definitely get the bread service! Ate here two nights during our stay at the Hyatt-once in the restaurant and once in the bar area. Their clam chowder is the best we had during our trip along the California coast. read more

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Being that my Brother & Family flew in from Kansas City for the Weekend, we all decided that it would be best for us to go and grab a bite to eat somewhere that he selected. After him telling me that he was staying at a Hotel in Carmel, he was advised by the Hotel to come here because the view and the food were wonderful, so we followed through with that recommendation. After driving in, and finding a place to park, and the place where you can actually park is that once you get into the Restaurant area where there is Valet parking, you actually drive up a bit past the Valet and then take an immediate left to go behind the Hotel rooms that are on the left hand side and you can park anywhere there. From there its about a 2 to 5 minute walk to the Restaurant that is also a part of the Hyatt Hotel. Before walking down to the Restaurant I actually took a stunning picture from a View where I was able to park which is attached to this review. After walking up stairs to meet my wife we walked inside and approached the Hostess at the time our Reservation was. After being seated I explained that the rest of my Family would be walking in and then they would just come over to our table. After they arrived we sat down and were greeted by our Waiter who then introduced himself to us and asked what we wanted to drink. My wife and I ordered a Sprite and a Dr. Pepper and my Brothers Family all ordered water. After sitting for about another minute or 2, the waiter came over with our Drinks and then asked what Entree's we would like. I ordered the Spinach Artichoke Ravioli and my Wife ordered a Spring Salad with a Dungeness Crab Cake. My Brothers Family ordered the Short Rib and the Bread and explained that the Water didnt taste very well but it was drinkable. The waiter I must say was very attentive to our needs and if you get an opportunity to have a conversation with Andrea who is the Food And Beverage Manager, let me tell you how pleasant she was. Not only was she very friendly and professional but also asked us if we wanted to take pictures outside of our Family because she knew exactly where the best pictures to be taken were. I have to agree that the pictures outside of the Restaurant on the lanai are very Beautiful and if you get her to help you take the pictures, you'll be very satisfied. A little bit after we received the bread, we received our Entrees and let me tell you that our food, the view and the service was absolutely wonderful. This place doesnt deserve a 5 star, it deserves a 10. However, the only thing I was very unhappy about is while the pricing is a bit high, the portions are a bit small. None the less, everything else was wonderful. Thank you to Andrea & Staff for making this Family of 6 very happy. read more

Pacific's Edge Restaurant - The view from the Point by the Parking Area - Seafood Near Me - Carmel, California

If you're looking for one of the best dinners and views, this is your place. I had the "special" of the evening, prime rib and lobster. Both cooked to perfection. Served with creamy mashed potatoes and a generous serving of asparagus. My mouth is still watering. My wife had a shrimp stack appetizer and a bowl of clam chowder. All was excellent and artistically presented. Fredrick was our server and was very attentive and great to talk too. Our hostess, Ocean, has what all front desk greeters should emulate. Great attitude! This is a restaurant you won't forget. read more

HIGHLY RECOMMEND. ABSOLUTELY STUNNING AMBIANCE AND PERFECT VIEWS + LOCATION. This is hands-down one of the MOST BEAUTIFUL restaurants I have ever been to. It is like something out of a DREAM literally. lol. It is settled perfectly on the edge of the Carmel hills overlooking a gorgeous view of the ocean, beach, and towns houses. The views are MESMERIZING and breathtaking on a sunny day. This is one of the most SPECTACULAR, epic date spots you can ever imagine. It's also such a beautiful place to bring family and loved ones. It honestly reminds me of something so beautiful like out of the movies. Everything is. PERFECT. We arrived at an odd hour (3:40pm) and it wasn't the prime lunch/ dinner time unfortunately but we were lucky enough to arrive during their Happy Hour selection time. Yay! It is definitely a less extensive menu but you get a nice little discount of 20% (?) which is honestly great. We requested to sit on the outside terrace and OMG ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! Words cannot express the absolute BEAUTY and MAJESTIC views that you see from the terrace. AMAZING! (Please see my photos/views lol.) Since we had a limited menu at the time we chose 3 items to share. We decided on the Short Rib Tostone, Fritto Misto, and the Gilroy Garlic Truffle Fries. Yummy! Also for drinks we ordered the Coconut Tide and Mezcal Paloma. Mm mm! We were highly impressed by the drinks and food here. Everything was GREAT. The drinks are sooo flavorful, visually appealing, and decently strong. The food was DELICIOUS and plated beautifully. The Short Rib Tostone was my favorite for sure, it's lovely and packed with sooo much flavor. It's also plated like a masterpiece. Compliments to the chef. The Fritto Misto is your classic calamari paired with yams that are perfectly toasted and the green aioli sauce gives it the perfect dash of flavor. The Garlic Truffle fries had lovely flavor also and just a heads up the portion is HUGEEEEEE. It's so humongous we laughed about it so much. lol. I would highly recommend the fries for a family appetizer it could easily feed 4/5 people. Definitely a great deal. :) Overall I am COMPLETELY IN LOVE with this location. I cannot say enough good things about it, the beauty of this restaurant and location is BEYOND WORDS. lol. I will definitely be coming back to dine here anytime I am in town. It was such a beautiful experience and also the staff was polite + nice enough to take some amazing terrace views photos for us. Thank you so much. A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ABSOLUTELY OBSESSED. :) read more

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In short, we paid a hefty premium for an amazing view, great service, but tiny dinner portions which left me stopping for a sandwich on the way back to the hotel. My plus one and I we're celebrating a special occasion, and we love an excuse to enjoy a panoramic view of an ocean sunset. To that end this place met our expectation. It's located just outside Carmel city center and up a hill next to a high-end hotel. Parking can be found in their structure, but there is a steep walk down to the restaurant, something to consider if you are wearing heels or have knee issues. We were seated right up against the window with an amazing view of the water. We timed it so that we will see the sunset towards the end of our meal, which worked out wonderfully. For that, we were grateful. The quality of our meal was exceptional; however, the portions were minuscule and that to me justified, dropping a star for my review. For an appetizer, I ordered the crabcakes, which I thought would be plural. However, they brought us a single one on a plate to share. It was arguably one of the best crabcakes that I have ever eaten, and would compare favorably to any place that I've tried on the East Coast. My scallops were also cooked to perfection, but we had been hiking at point Lobos earlier in the day and despite a decent lunch earlier in the day, they were not enough to satiate my appetite. My +1 ordered the cioppino, which had a generous array of different shellfish. Pasta, however, was only available for an extra cost. We tried a couple of desserts that were also delicious, but did little to stave my appetite. I was embarrassed that I had to stop at a convenience store on the way back to our hotel in Carmel to pick up a chicken wrap after the extravagant price that we paid for dinner at Pacific's Edge Restaurant, but I suppose that I should have made better menu choices. Nevertheless, I felt as though I had been served a couple of appetizers and not an actual meal. read more

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The view is spectacular and that's what you are coming and paying for. The service is good. The food is good. Everything, unless otherwise specified, is à la carte, so plan accordingly. read more

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I won't lie and say I wasn't annoyed at first because my boyfriend and I had a reservation, yet we were waiting over 20 minutes at the front because the host was missing...? I am a patient person but I was hungry!! Lol. Once the host got back and seated us, my mood changed and I was just glad to be seated. Our waiter came by and let us know the specials, etc... he was nice. Food was really good! Totally ordered too much. Let us keep the miniature jars of jam. Overall, good experience was just a tad hangry at the start. Definitely going back for the dinner portion! read more

Pacific's Edge Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Carmel, California

Magnificent ocean view ,beautiful weather . Great service . Menu has breakfast and main entries . Coffee and drinks . We ordered the clam chowder $12 and it tasted so delicious . We have the Point Lobos crab cakes Benedict ( tasted great with large lump of crab meat into a cake , avocado and hollandaise sauce, breakfast potatoes and English muffin ) and Cioppino stews ( lots of big prawn , giant squid, mussels , fish and scallops. The broth was too fishy for me ) The view is breathtaking! Very enjoyable lunch with nice ambiance. read more

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Such a great experience! Their food is amazing- I had the steak and my husband had the seafood pasta. We split a Caesar salad for an appetizer and it was SO good. Great service and amazing views! read more

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We stayed at the Tickle Pink Inn a few feet away so it was nice to have a nearby restaurant that was steps away from where we were staying. It's located inside the Hyatt hotel. If you're driving, there are a ton of parking spots. The restaurant is large and can accommodate various group sizes. We made a reservation but it wasn't too busy on a Wednesday night. I'd definitely want to come back during the day to enjoy the view. There aren't too many vegetarian options on the menu, but I'm sure they could accommodate your dietary needs and modify a meal. Service was great and the food was good. read more

Pacific's Edge Restaurant - Burata salad, Brussels, and chicken. - Seafood Near Me - Carmel, California

The food was ok and was pricey. The thing is that me and my friend ordered the same thing (catch of the day) and my was just half of the size of my friend's. The lobster rolls were great. Service was not too bad but the view was wonderful! read more

Pacific's Edge Restaurant - As you can see the fish size. The two lobsters sandwiches were pretty good! - Seafood Near Me - Carmel, California

Stayed at the hotel and was treated to free breakfast due to my Hyatt reward status (Globalist). The views from the restaurant are stunning if you get a table against the glass. Service was friendly and efficient. The Crab Cake Benedict was very flavorful. You can actually taste the crab. The French Toast was delicious as well, with a hint of cinnamon. The Avocado toast was a bit sad. Had only a smear of avocado and the dish needed something more so I ordered a side of potatoes. read more

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Service Over the top Drinks on our table the minute we sat down Best view ever pacific coast Shana Tony Daniel So great at service Diane so kind to take may reservation We highly recommend A breakfast at the highlands Carlos excellent omelette s read more

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OK so we were staying at hotel, so it made so much sense to get breaky here and WOW the view is STUNNING. the glass did a great job of protecting us from the wind too. The bagel was very standard. it's deconstructed so you can put it together how you like. The omelette was ok! the potatoes were the real star. Only a few things this go, but it would be nice to try the dinner. The restaurant itself is very beautiful and $$$$. ( *w*)b read more

Pacific's Edge Restaurant - Omelette - Seafood Near Me - Carmel, California

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WONDERFUL PLACE, I recommend doing a reservation just in case. Even though we had a reservation we waited 20 min. Food was a top notch, everything that we ordered was just so amazing, clam chowder, breakfast and burger . Great view, tables by the window available. read more

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Chris as our waiter Friday night and yesterday (Saturday) Frederic was our waiter. The service is professional and attentive. Both nights we had great service, food, and drinks. The ambiance was sophisticated yet convivial. Where you can celebrate a big event and yet it is comfortable. Frederic provided insight in the wines in the area and checked in on us both nights while we were at the table as he has been out waiter in the past. Chris also checked on us on Saturday welcoming us back from just seeing us on Friday. I know we have many dining options in Carmel but I really like the dining experience here and the convenience of ordering a bottle from the menu and taking back to the room for a night cap on the patio outside. read more

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We went for the view of the sunset and were not disappointed by that. It is stunning, and even though we are fortunate to be locals, the view was special. However, the service was less than attentive. After being seated and the waiter gave us a very brief description of the one special, he disappeared and while we waited to give our cocktail order, we saw him standing over by the kitchen door chatting with other employees. The food was fine but way overpriced. We requested a little extra bread for the mussels appetizer and were charged for it, which I found to be chintzy. Chowder was good but no bread was offered - so strange. Crabcake (just one) was decent but was on the mushy side. The cocktails were quite good, though. We were celebrating our 45th anniversary and were surprised by the lack of attention given to this pretty important milestone. As a former waiter, I expected more - especially when our dinner for two topped $200. At the end of our meal, and after we paid the check, the waiter dropped off a small box of two little truffles, wishing us a happy anniversary. Nice but kind of a weak gesture. In general we were disappointed. I don't recommend this restaurant for locals. read more

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I had a spare rib sandwich, which was basically a little bit of meat with barbecue sauce, nothing special, it looked like a Pillsbury biscuit sandwich: fluffy, no flavor. Pretty much Wonderbreadish. Service was meh, and they sat a party of five at a table where there was no view. There was a planter on wheels in front of the view, so our table could not see the ocean. Very disappointing. Other people's meals were meh, nothing worth $40 a plate. Bottom line: if you go for the view, insist you get one, we didn't. read more

Late Birthday celebration since my husband and I were apart for work. I picked this place for the views and food. It did not disappoint! From the moment we walked in we were greeted by a nice lady ( wish I asked for a name ) she went above and beyond to get us the table we wanted. Thank you ! Ohhh the views were amazing, food was delicious. My favorite was the clam chowder. Our waiter had a calm soothing lovely demeanor and personality I loved that . Establishment was also clean and well maintained. I do suggest reservations, and valet park your car for hassle free experience. read more

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We stayed at this Hyatt highlands where this restaurant is situated in. Great place with great views from this restaurant. It's a high end place with high end service. We had reservation so seating wasn't an issue. Service was top notch. Food was equally good. Not sure when we will return here but whenever we wi, we will come here for our meal.. read more

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Ambience was excellent gorgeous you are paying for the view here not the food. My husband had emailed when he did the reservation telling it was my 60th birthday, but absolutely nothing was mentioned or said which is fine. I didn't need a lot of extra hoopla, but it was something I noted when they were informed about someone special occasion they did nothing as for the food I ordered cioppino and it was basically lackluster. I've had I know I'm from the Bay Area and maybe I've had much better cioppino's but this is a Seaside restaurant and I paid about $50 for food that was just average. My husband's Lam was pretty good. In fact I'd say better than average. The dessert was just OK overall I give this experience at three. The manager came over to talk to me about my concerns that didn't even offer me a glass of wine or any kind of compensation just smiled and nodded, and didn't really care- my waiter was also below what I would expect in fine dining - however that view ! So you get what you get read more

Pacific's Edge Restaurant - CHipono - Seafood Near Me - Carmel, California

We visited Pacific Edge while staying at the Hyatt, and there's no denying it offers some of the most spectacular views of the Pacific coastline you'll find in Carmel. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite live up to the scenery and felt strictly average. As a vegetarian, I found the options to be very limited, which was disappointing for a restaurant of this caliber. I'd suggest coming here mainly for the atmosphere or if you're looking for a late-night bite when other local spots have closed. read more

Service and food here is always great and you can't beat the views. Reservations are a must if you want to catch the sunset. Valet parking is free if you dine in since parking is limited and mostly taken by hotel guests. The property is also very stunning. read more

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So pretty! staff was so nice! parking was a little weird but we figured it out, food was good, a bit pricey but relative to the area it was actually decent. Had a hick up with the valet claiming the restaurant was full when it was empty- might've just been a miscommunication read more

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Wow, where to begin. Major kudos to Rosemary for her amazing service during dinner on our first night stay. We made it too late for the epic meal views, but sitting down and having dinner with the family in such a beautiful restaurant/getaway spot was a great moment. First, they had menus that lit up when you opened them..I meannnn, that's def a first for me! Ordered the Espresso Martini to start, with Frito Misto, the Super Seed Caesar, and bowl of Clam Chowder with Bacon (and bread) for the table. We also ordered a side of mashed potatoes for the baby (his first!) and he loved them, so naturally we knew the full meal would be delicious :) I loved that the Frito Misto came with a fun variety and a bit of different offerings than at other restaurants ~ this one included rock shrimp, artichokes, yams, and calamari. The Caesar also had a bit of a different yet dreamy dressing and crunch, and the chowder was perfection. Next course was the Burger (double patty) and the Pan Seared Pacific Halibut. Beautiful presentation, but definitely needed to-go boxes for the room. For breakfast, we were able to finally see the epic views ~ and WOW, just draw dropping. The Big Sur Platter (comes with chicken apple sausage and bacon, eggs, taters, toast) is hearty and comforting. I will have to write a separate review of where we stayed, but meal wise, the food at the Hyatt Carmel Highlands was so great, it was refreshing to know that if we didn't want to leave the pano Pacific Ocean views we didn't have to. read more

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William was a great server for breakfast. Expert photo taking and gracious with his service. We had the Dungeness crab cake eggs Benedict & the Big Sur breakfast. The coffee was excellent and so were the juices (tomato, orange, and grapefruit). Second breakfast here was equally good. Walter was fantastic and so warm and friendly. Make your own omelettes and the raspberry crunch pancake were delicious. Amazing views by the window - the seats are first come first serve. read more

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This was an experience that you have to do at least once if you come to Carmel. This restaurant is in the Carmel Highlands Resort which overlooks the ocean. You eat by the windows and you get to experience a spectacular sight! The service is really amazing and you get it served with a chilled container of half and half cream. The service is way above the norm and the breakfast was good. You pay for the ambiance and the view. I had eggs with chicken apple sausage and bacon and the eggs were cooked to perfection over- medium the way that I like them. The menu has a great amount of variety and they say the pancakes are awesome! Be prepared to walk a little distance up and down the hill if you are a guest and not staying as a resident of the resort. Our goal is to come back and have dinner! This place is where you go when you want to have an experience with a view! read more

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Everything about this experience was epic! Celebrating our 50th Anniversary here was just fantastic; from the breathtaking view, to the service, to the outstanding food, it was beyond expectations! Starting with a drink at the bar to dessert, we didn't miss a beat! The Lamb was out of this world and the Fish special was exceptional! Our waiter, Freddie, suggestions were right on! It was a truly an outstanding dining experience! Pacific Edge Restaurant is not to be missed when in Carmel! The Jacobs read more

This restaurant is only gets ONE star for the view, period. That is the ONLY good thing about it. The hostess was very helpful though as she led us to an outstanding table on the patio outside which gave us a wonderful view. Kudos to her! Food was TASTELESS and on top of that, it arrived 45 minutes AFTER we were served our drinks and water! The tacos were awful. The tortillas were dry. I could have made a better taco using trader joe tacos! The cod sandwich was also TASTELESS and extremely dry. If there was a spread included in the sandwich, could not even taste it as only a little smear of the spread was on the bottom of the brioche bun with the toppings piled on top of it. IF we are going back, will just order a drink, enjoy the view and maybe order from bar menu, if there is one Everything else was awful. Except for the triple mousse dessert, which was probably trucked in from somewhere else and not made at the restaurant. Only enjoy the view. Skip the food read more

First, the view is absolutely stunning. I was there for breakfast and ordered the crab Benedict. It was cooked perfectly and delicious. The server was attentive and made my visit there enjoyable. Did I mention the view? ​ read more

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There's no doubt that the views you get while dining are just incredible. All staff are polite and informative on telling you about the menu. However the food was pretty average nothing outstanding. Such a nice experience though would recommend! read more

Pacific's Edge Restaurant - Highlands Burger* - Seafood Near Me - Carmel, California

Yesterday I took a friend to celebrate her birthday. The greeter was delightful. The food was delicious and the waiters very pleasant. The view was spectacular! The only issue was the parking. Very little self parking spaces and appeared to only have one valet parking attendant. I would absolutely go back!! (They need to reupholster their chairs however). read more

We stayed at this beautiful hotel and had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant multiple times. The views and service are absolutely unbeatable! Some of the food items could be better but the french fries and chocolate mouse dessert were some of the best I've ever had. I would come back here for the ambiance alone! The views a crackling fire and amazing service! read more

My boyfriend and I chose this restaurant to celebrate our one-year anniversary and made a reservation in advance. When booking, I included a special request asking if we could be seated near the ocean view if possible. When we arrived, we were seated in the upper part not exactly with an ocean view. We understood that requests are not guarantees, but after discussing it, we politely asked the host if there was any possibility of moving to a table with a view on the lower level. She told us she would do everything she could and asked us to remain patient while she looked into it. Over the next several minutes, we watched multiple parties be seated, including tables with ocean views, while we continued waiting for an update. At one point, our server even tried to help us when another ocean-view table became available, but it was seated before we could be moved. Eventually, the host informed us that a table was opening up and that we would be able to relocate. While helping transfer our drinks and belongings, she told us, "Next time, don't sit down if you don't like the seats," and went on to explain that everyone wants an ocean-view table and that accommodating those requests is difficult. She finished by saying, "I don't mean to mansplain, but..." What disappointed us was not that our request wasn't immediately accommodated--we completely understand that special requests cannot always be guaranteed. What made the experience uncomfortable was the way we were spoken to after politely asking about a request that the restaurant itself provides an option to submit when making a reservation. We came to celebrate a special milestone and left feeling embarrassed and unwelcome. The food and atmosphere were enjoyable, but the interaction with the host unfortunately overshadowed what should have been a memorable anniversary dinner. If it wasn't for the hostess' treatment towards us, we would've happily returned and/or recommended this restaurant to friends and family. We will no longer be doing either. read more

Ordered the crab cake appetizer: seasoned well but mushy and undercooked. Halibut and risotto main course. Halibut was ok but the risotto was gritty and undercooked. Bread pudding for dessert was burnt on top. My husband's dessert, special, tiramisu, was a hard frozen block. Ordered the port off the menu only to find out they didn't have any. Strike 3. Poor choice read more

My sister brought me here to celebrate my bday & it was an awesome day. we didn't make reservations & we got a table right away, we both ordered bloody Marys & i ordered the fish tacos & she ordered the prime rib sandwich, we loved our lunch, the view is beautiful, we sat outside & it was comfortable, not cold at all. Our waiter was excellent read more

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the prettiest view. the view is perfect here and eating with the view is next level!! it is so peaceful. flavor of the food was good and service was nice. read more

Pacific's Edge Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Carmel, California