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

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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Service wasn't terrible, and while the food took a little longer than expected, it was fine overall. What really stood out was the inconsistency. When we asked for certain items, we were told they were unavailable. But shortly after, a nearby table mentioned they were hotel guests, and suddenly those same items seemed to be back in stock. For context, I was actually staying at another Hyatt property nearby, as these hotel rooms didn't look very appealing to me. That made the situation feel even more frustrating, since it seemed like availability was being influenced by where guests were staying rather than actual stock. It left the experience feeling a bit unfair and off-putting. read more

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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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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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

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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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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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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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 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

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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Excellent service Amazing view New Bar menu Live music Jonathan and Tim A must to try read more

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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 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

Beautiful views at this delightful restaurant. Perfect for date night. Reservations are recommended as this place is popular read more

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

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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

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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food and views phenomenal! Tim, our server, was perfections as well as Bryan and the other bar staff! Our only concern is the lack of "class" that is being allowed in. The patrons at the table next to us, as well as several others, all continued to wear their baseball caps during dinner. Tacky! I wish that the restaurant (as well as all other restaurants) could ask the patrons to remove their hats when sitting down for dinner. read more

We went there for my wife's birthday. We informed the hostess that it was my wife's birthday in which case I would think a restaurant APB would go out. It didn't. We got a great window seat with an amazing ocean view, however the windows were dirty. They were covered in water spots. Maintenance please. My wife ordered a filet that came with mashed potatoes and asparagus. Hollandaise for dipping the asparagus was not available, booooooo. The potatoes looked like they came out of a cake decorator. I ordered cioppino which lacked flavor and was mostly shellfish. At the end, we ordered dessert because it was not offered as a happy birthday treat. I'll give the place 4 stars for the view. Definitely not five stars. It basically feels like a hotel restaurant. read more

Can't beat the views! Breakfast was solid- would easily eat there again while staying at the hotel and the views again can't be beat Overall good service with wonderful staff in general at the Hyatt read more

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This is probably the best restaurant view in Carmel! We had a delicious meal Colorado lamb chops, And Halibut and risotto! Our server Frederic was fantastic, he shared a Pinot with us that he was one of the wine makers' so good! And the Negroni with a grapefruit foam on top excellent! A very romantic setting! Loved it read more

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As a mom traveling with a toddler, finding a convenient, tasty, and kid-friendly restaurant while staying at a hotel is an absolute win -- and Pacific's Edge Restaurant delivered on all fronts. Located right inside the hotel (which is a huge plus because there aren't a ton of food options in the immediate area), Pacific's Edge made our stay feel so much more relaxing. Downtown Monterey is a good 15-20 minute drive, so being able to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner without having to get in the car was a total lifesaver. Now let's talk food: every meal we had was flavorful, well-portioned, and beautifully presented. Whether we were grabbing a quick breakfast before heading out to explore or settling in for a cozy dinner, everything hit the spot. We ordered the: * clam chowder * prime rib sandwich * shareable garlic fries But what really stood out to me the most was the service -- especially how kind and attentive the staff was to my son. As a toddler mom, you never quite know how your kid is going to behave, but the staff made us feel totally welcomed and at ease. They were patient, friendly, and went out of their way to make sure we were all comfortable and happy. It truly made each meal a joyful and memorable experience. If you're staying at the hotel or even just passing through the area, Pacific's Edge is definitely worth a stop. Great food, warm vibes, and hospitality that makes you feel right at home read more

Dessert is 5 star dinner is 3 at best. Felt like dinner wasn't seasoned at all and left for the guest to add their own. I had the market fish and husband had ribeye. We both loved our dessert. read more

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

Delicious fresh catch sandwich for lunch with the best view in Monterey county. Service was great! read more

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We come to Carmel annually for the Monterey Jazz Festival and stay at the Hyatt Carmel Highlands. This restaurant is in the Hyatt. Last year, we came here for happy hour (please see my previous review for the deets). This year, we went for breakfast. As indicated in my previous review, the views are spectacular. We set outside, and with the heat lamps, it was perfect. The service at the restaurant is always top notched. The food was really delicious (pics attached). We shared the: - omelette for $26. You get to select 3 ingredients. We added a 4th for $1. We selected, bacon, sausage, peppers and cheddar cheese. Comes with breakfast potatoes. - Smoked Salmon Bagel for $21 - fruit and berry plate for $10 - clam chowder regularly costs $12 (actually got this at happy hour the previous night at happy hour for 30% discount). Really good food and great experience. read more

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View was amazing. We enjoyed the breakfast very much. Service was great. Breakfast platter was standard offerings. I got the vanilla custard brioche French toast. For some reason I assumed it would have a custard filling. Maybe it was just soaked in egg vanilla custard before it was cooked. It was still good. We would come again. read more

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My friend and I came here for breakfast on Mother's Day. We were staying at the hotel and thought breakfast here would be easy. We were told in advance that the menu for non-mother's day brunch would be limited, and we were okay with that. Food: I ordered the beyond burger with fries. The burger was pretty standard. The fries were good. My friend ordered the standard American breakfast with scrambled eggs as well as an order of pancakes. He enjoyed both dishes. Service: Despite preparing for the brunch buffet, service was decent. The food was slow to come out of the kitchen, but our server was friendly and kept us up to date. There was unfortunately a large party next to us who did not reserve the mother's day brunch and assumed that their booked breakfast with the stay would come with the bottomless brunch. They got pretty rowdy next to us, but the servers and managers handled the situation well. TL;DR - I will need to come back when it is not a holiday weekend to experience the full restaurant, but otherwise enjoyed my food and time! read more

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views that can't be beat but also high prices for standard breakfast fare. crab benedict nicer than huevos rancheros kids get pancakes (huge), eggs, or parfait read more

Wow such gorgeous views! Food was great and our server was so sweet. Would definitely come back when we visit Carmel. Ordered the chocolate mousse and it was so light and airy and rich in chocolate. Probably one of the best desserts I've had this year!! My mojito mocktail was very refreshing and citrusy. read more

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We came here with reservations, requesting for outside seating for sunset (as they're known for that for sunset dinners). When we arrived they had part of the area blocked off and when the host was checking us in, he didn't mention outside seating so we thought that with it being blocked off and him not mentioning what we requested for when we made the reservation, that it meant there'd be no outside seating. However, when we were done with dinner, we noticed there was definitely outside seating and we had missed a sunset dinner here (which was a primary purpose of us driving out here). So that was quite disappointing that they didn't even read or acknowledge our request when making the reservation. Although, I do also take accountability and should've been more proactive and just asked. Regarding the food, it certainly is overpriced and underwhelming. My husband got the Cioppino and I got the Salina's salad with garlic fries as appetizer. The Cioppino had decent flavoring (tomato based broth) but lacked with the amount of seafood in it. For that price, we were expecting a bit more. For the Salina's salad, I had looked online at their menu from their website and it had it listed as "Mixed greens, Cara Cara oranges, watermelon, radish, fried sunchokes, toasted pepitas, carrots, cucumber, citrus vinaigrette." I figured I'd order this and I didn't get a good chance to look at their menu in person as our child was having a bit of a rough time and my attention was focused on that. When I got my salad, it had mixed greens with strawberries, blueberries, and nuts. It wasn't terrible but not what I was expecting. I had asked our server about the salad and she had said that the online menu was from summer and hasn't been updated. She was apologetic and friendly, and I wasn't upset at her, just bummed by the situation and again, another thing I do take accountability for but also, they should date their menu on their website...as it's February and summer was several months ago. Based on the price, definitely not worth the salad. The garlic fries were seasoned well but not very crispy and for $14, again a bit steep. We appreciate our server. She was friendly. But the quality of the food does not match the price and they really should look at reservation requests and update their menu online. read more

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

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Food was delish!! Recommend the garlic truffle fries. And the view was amazing!! The servers were very attentive and nice. More of a fancier dine in experience. read more

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Went here during lunch hour, 1:00 pm. I was super excited on experiencing this gem for my birthday. Unfortunately, it lacked in many areas, one being the service, second, the food itself, and third, how outdated the restaurant looked. The hostess was really friendly but just to get us seated took sometime. Seemed like there was only 1 server, 1 guy to pour water and that's it, very slow service and not attentive. The menu needs some updating for sure. The food itself was mid and not memorable or tasty. I got the crab roll (pic attached) was nothing like it described, no roll or coleslaw. A simple search on google will show you what a real crab roll looks like. My mom got the seafood cioppino (pic added) and she got a dry plate, meaning a plate with only calamari and deep fried artichoke & shrimp, no sauce, no bread! The server also let us know no prime rib or beef was available as they were out of stock. I did however, enjoy the view, although due to some construction only a few 2 seater tables have the clear unobstructed view. In addition, even though I made a reservation and stated I was celebrating my bday; there was no acknowledgment nor treat. I did see other parties who had a treat with a candle brought out. Unfortunately this will be a one and done for me. read more

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

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Highly recommend this Carmel restaurant! The service was absolutely amazing, Allison was our server and she was fantastic. Friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Will definitely be back! read more

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

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Saturday evening dinner reservations, and from entrance to table, the ambiance reminds me of resorts in Hawaii! The tropical-like plants outside, and a gorgeous cascading staircase, inviting you into a cozy but lodge-like golden-lit atmosphere inside. Once seated by one of the huge bay windows that envelop the dining-room and lounge/bar area, you get a sense of grandeur but not pretentious. Lowly lit tables are enlightened by what I can only call a sheer stroke of genius!!! Lit-up from behind, menus! No more having to clumsily take out your cell phones flashlight. The service is welcoming (merci, Frédérique), and Andrea the Manager are absolute delights. The food is on-point as far as a nicely curated selection, from brioche burger, to risotto. The wines are magnifuque, and do NOT leave until you've finished with the creme brûlée. The only reason for not 5 star...is because at night, it's not easy to enjoy what must be otherworldly views of the Carmel sea, but still magical). read more

Pacific's Edge Restaurant - A gorgeous Pinot! - Seafood Near Me - Carmel, California

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Definitely a place to check out for breakfast and lunch. The views are amazing. However, my recent dinner experience was disastrous. Ordered crab cakes, was charged for crab cakes, but only received one crab for a party of 2? I have never ordered crab cakes before and receive only one crab cake at any restaurant. I ordered a rack of lamb, $56, and requested medium well done. The rack of lamb was delivered and was medium rare. My wife ordered the halibut and that was excellent. I did not want to send my order back because I wanted to dine together. I ate around the edges. Lastly, I was charged $50 for a corkage fee. The corkage tree is not listed on the menu nor did the waiter tell me they were going to charge me $50. That is outrageous. The following morning I had some free time and walked down and spoke to the director / manager of the restaurant. A very nice guy who understood my complaints. He said they need to change the menu so it says crab cake instead of cakes. He said that the photo I showed him was definitely medium rare. Lastly he agreed that they should tell customers who bring wine in, or have the corkage fee on the menu. Lastly I mentioned to him it was my birthday and at least they could put a candle in some ice cream and gave it to me but they did not offer to do that during the dinner service as they knew it was my birthday in advance. The manager agreed with my comments however I was not reimbursed at all. I will not be going back to this restaurant ever again as there are so many excellent restaurants in downtown Carmel. For over $200, it was way overpriced. read more