Being that my Brother & Family flew in from Kansas City for the Weekend, we all decided that it…read morewould 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.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND. ABSOLUTELY STUNNING AMBIANCE AND PERFECT VIEWS + LOCATION. This is hands-down one…read moreof 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. :)

This hotel has a great location. Driving up the steep, windy road and around the property is a bit…read moreharrowing. Check in was subpar. We were greeted with sparkling champagne. We arrived 30 minutes before official check in so we parked and waited. Two hours later and 90 minutes post check in we finally got a room. They did give us resort credit to make up for the delay which was nice. Also they required us to stop at vacation club sales counter to complete check in, which I wish they had not required. We did get away after a few minutes simply by letting them know we were not interested. The room itself is very nice. It had a good view of Point Lobos and the ocean but not the sunset. (Some rooms have that view.) The room essentially is a one bedroom condo with a pull out sleeper sofa so up to 4 could stay comfortably. Sliding panels let you close off the master bedroom for privacy or full open the condo for more openness. It has a small kitchen and dining table so you can cook for yourself if you want to avoid the pricey area and hotel restaurant. Below the room and throughout the complex you find hot tubs, gas grills, and an exercise room. They have a heated pool, too. You can go up to the main lodge for dining, drinks, sunset watching. The main lodge is well done with great views and large fires in large fireplaces and cool nights. It's very enjoyable. Our first night they had the fireplace set up for us. We just had to light paper under firewood to get a nice fire going. After that though we were on our own. You had to clean out your own fireplace and fetch more wood everyday. Apparently you could pay them to clean the fireplace daily. They gave no instructions on ash disposal other than place it in a bag and leave it on the stoop for housekeeping. (What if you don't have a bag?) It has a good location: Carmel-by-the-sea about 10 minutes away, point Lobos 5 minutes away, great sunset views, Pinnacles National Park east entrance 85 minutes away, and Big Sur and related vistas and sights 20 to 40 minutes away. One disappointing policy: their restaurant is not open Mondays and Tuesdays. I can't understand why they don't run the restaurant 7 days a week. Monday and Tuesday guests don't deserve the chance to dine without having to go into town? For some reason the last full day of our stay they left us only 2 clean towels and no bath mats. But for the delayed check in, fireplace cleaning, and inadequate towels, I probably would go to 5. It's a close call. It's definitely a place I would stay again.

The near death of a iconic California property Not think of…read moreold as the owners allow it to deteriorate Nice staff and passable food but the rooms are akin to a holiday inn Sad to see

fun place to lounge and enjoy the music! lively!…read more it gets BUSY in the evenings and weekends. hard, very hard, to find a table. i came, saw no seats, left for dinner, came back after to wait for a table. still waited a long time pretty sweet spot for a date. food is good.

Cool spot for a drink in downtown Carmel. 3.5 stars…read more Highlights: - Nice space at night with hanging lights and fire pits Midlights: - Lots of old school Britney Spears playing Lowlights: - Can get crowded and run out of seating - Didn't care for the old fashioneds and tried 2 different ones

If you're looking for a delightful dining experience in Carmel, Shearwater Restaurant is an…read moreabsolute must-visit! Our recent visit on a Tuesday evening was nothing short of fantastic. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a cozy atmosphere. The highlight of our meal was undoubtedly the homemade bread--light, fluffy, and piping hot, it melted in our mouths and set the tone for the rest of the evening. We started with the calamari, which was especially impressive with its crispy coating--definitely not soggy! The roast beet salad was another standout; it offered generous chunks of fresh beets, perfectly balanced with savory flavors. The artichoke dip was unique, featuring ground artichoke instead of the usual chunks, making each bite rich and smooth. The French onion soup was a delight, loaded with gooey cheese in every spoonful--comfort food at its best. For the main course, the fish and chips stole the show! With three substantial pieces, the fish was flaky and incredibly fresh, proving it was far from the frozen variety you might find elsewhere. We also enjoyed happy hour drinks and food, enhancing our experience even more. The service was impeccable, making us feel well taken care of throughout the evening. As a bonus, we enjoyed an open mic night (a.k.a. karaoke), where talented local musicians entertained the crowd while others sang along. The lively atmosphere created a great crowd and added to the overall enjoyment of our visit. In summary, Shearwater Restaurant offers delicious food, excellent service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. We can't wait to return for another unforgettable meal!

For a hotel restaurant, Shearwater Tavern is pretty darn good. The menu is simple and doesn't take…read moretoo many risk which is common for a hotel restaurant. Nothing about the drink or dinner menu was too wild or stood out as unique. Considering there are many interesting dining establishments in the Carmel area, I felt like Shearwater Tavern upheld their standard in a foodie town by sourcing local ingredients and craft beers. The artichoke dip pays tribute to a local crop and was pretty tasty. The serving was generous, so we were grateful to our server for providing some extra sourdough for scooping up the last of the cheesy, warm dip. Oh, and Wednesday's are half off bottles of wine! The restaurant was situated away from the hotel common area to allow for a more intimate dining experience but still close enough to the lobby and rooms for convenience. There were some folks smoking in the parking lot, and the smoke smell was making its way into the dining room. A band was wrapping up for the night as we were being seated, and it seemed like there is regularly live music in the lounge area of the restaurant. The service was friendly, prompt, and food decent. As a guest in the hotel, it was easy to charge the meal to the room. Solid choice for an easy meal if staying at the hotel. I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to dine at Shearwater Tavern though.

Came here after dinner looking for some cocktails and this place did not disappoint! Best guava…read morePaloma I have ever had! The bartender was awesome explaining all other ingredients. We came in a night when they had life music. Don't was the perfect place. So glad we decided to come in and try it.

Only bar open late in Carmel where the younger generation hangs out…read more Highlights: - Open spot for a drink past 10pm - Fun music Midlights: - Just bullet ginger $18 Lowlights - Have $25 cover and a rope for a line like it's a Vegas club - Packed later at night

WHAT CAN I SAY…read more This meal was PHENOMENAL (*'o'*) I never had Chapulines before but the texture was unlike anything i could've imagined. the flavour was mind-blowing too. It was fun to snack on them and eat them with the CHIP and dip. The Habañero carrot sauce was far superior to all the salsa. HIGHLY recommend it to accompany ur dinner. The Mole was so rich, and chicken so tender and juicy. The interior is quite cozy! Defo like here, but parking took over an hour so just beware what time u go and when

Cultura was such a vibe! We chose to sit outside by the fireplace, and the ambiance alone made the…read moreexperience feel special. Quick service still happens outside when your af Carmel by the Sea! The drink drinks were flowing and I was going! Every drink was so adorable. It made me want to try all of them. I love it when effort is put into making my drink. The chips and salsa are always a must! Fresh and Flavorful. While I didn't love the specific entrée I chose, everything around it really stood out. The potatoes and asparagus were absolutely Devine. Everyone else at the table genuinely enjoyed their meals, which says a lot about the consistency of the kitchen. Must stop by for outdoor fireplace setting.

Wow, we loved our dinner at Mission Ranch! First of all, the prime rib was cooked to perfection…read more.. so tender and the fat melts in your mouth. It comes with zucchini and a twice baked potato that are also incredible. The free bread basket has fresh garlic bread and was so delicious too! Their views are unbeatable. And the vibes are great too with live music and singing at the piano in front of the restaurant. Definitely show up early to put your name on the list since there can be a 1-2 hour wait. We were told a 90 min wait, but it ended up only being 1 hour. We hung out in front of the sheep pasture & the drove around Carmel while we waited. It was perfect!

Some of the dinner items are good like the crab cakes, clam chowder and scallop potatoes but wasn't…read moreimpressed with the filet or scallops entrees or the veggie side dishes. Didn't seem that fresh, flavorful, high quality or cooked right. Service is descent and views and restaurant atmosphere are nice. Overall I didn't feel the quality of the entrees matched the price so for that reason I wouldn't recommend eating here for dinner unless you want to go for the view or atmosphere.

Grasings is a very good fine meal option for Carmel with great menu that doesn't remain static. It…read moreshines as a singular Carmel restaurant when the town is moving towards too many restaurants owned by two groups that have turned into tourist food traps serving less than average food. However, the differentiator at Grasings is the bar and that differentiator's name is Kevin. If not for Kevin, we would still frequent from time to time but with Kevin we go in at least once weekly. Kevin and servers like Kevin are solid gold in Carmel and ensure 5 star ratings for atmosphere and service. When you find them you never have a bad experience in fact you are guaranteed a great experience. The menu caters to all, carnivores, seafood, steaks and vegetarians - love the veggie burger! Great place to meet locals and tourists, especially if Kevin is working. We admit that when we walk to Grasings and find that Kevin isn't working, we find another venue. That isn't a knock on Grasings but rather a nod to Kevin.

Grasing's for lunch during our best-coast Cal Poly admissions day weekend. The atmosphere--exactly…read morethe kind of upscale, coastal vibe you want when visiting Carmel. Food: Crispy Calamari: These were tasty, though a bit on the oily side. Still, a solid start to the meal. Grasing's Crab Cakes: Perfection. Coming from Maryland, we have crab cake standards, and these were "all killer, no filler", great texture. Farmers Market Beet Salad: As it should, a very fresh dish; we added Salmon, which was cooked to perfection. Service: We had reservations and were seated right on time. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and kept the pace of the meal feeling relaxed but professional. "Space": As a total bonus, we ended up seated right next to NASA astronaut Ed Lu (veteran of STS-84 and STS-106)! He was incredibly kind, and we had a great chat--turns out his daughter is also starting at Cal Poly in the fall. Meeting a man who has performed a six-hour spacewalk on the ISS definitely elevated a "very nice lunch" to an unforgettable one. If you're looking for a beautiful spot in Carmel with top-tier food and a great atmosphere, Grasing's is a must. Perfect lunch in a beautiful part of the world!

My husband is a huge Doris Day fan. On the bucket list was to visit the hotel and Terry's…read more We had to stop in for a cocktail. Sat at the bar with our dog. Jacob was our bartender. Husband had the espresso martini. Described as "awesome and very good ". I had the Mai tai. Perhaps the best I have had on the mainland. This one and perhaps one other compared to the Islands. The ambience of the lounge is definitely Doris Day era. Ceilings painted to appear like drapes. Every other song or so was a Doris.

We recently stayed at the Cypress Inn and while the property itself is charming and in a fantastic…read morelocation, the service throughout our stay was consistently disappointing. Nothing catastrophic happened, but it felt like we were inconveniencing staff rather than being welcomed. We experienced multiple instances where basic hospitality was lacking. At meals, we often had to ask for water, request the check, and follow up on things that should have been proactive. One evening we came downstairs for dinner around 8:25 PM and were told the kitchen stopped taking orders 30 minutes before the restaurant closed. While that's certainly their policy, it wasn't communicated beforehand and the interaction felt more dismissive than apologetic. There were several small moments like this throughout our stay. Individually they may seem minor, but together they created an atmosphere that felt awkward, rushed, and inattentive. Given Carmel's reputation for hospitality and the price point of the hotel, we expected a much warmer and more polished experience. The inn itself has a lot of charm, and we enjoyed the area, but the level of service simply didn't match the setting or our expectations.

Stopped in on a whim while passing through Carmel and so glad we did. The ambience is fantastic,…read moredimly lit with great music and TVs everywhere, the kind of place I'd love to come back to and watch a game. Service was excellent. Our waitress Rachel was great and took good care of us. We ordered the French dip (added Swiss, onions, and mushrooms) solid sandwich, though it could've used a touch more salt. The real star though, was the fish and chips. Genuinely some of the best I've ever had. Lightly battered, flaky, perfectly cooked. The vibe lands in that sweet spot of upscale casual without crossing into fine dining, comfortable but elevated. Highly recommend if you're passing through Carmel. We'll definitely be back.

Lunch after a beach walk was just what we were looking for. Walk in and find a seat. Music and…read moreambiance brought a nice vibe the whole time we were here. Food is tops. The fish and chips is the ultimate meal. The burger was savory, soft and creamy just he right amount. It perfectly paired with the Talbott pinot noir they recommended. The only comment is make is the amount of French fries that were served with the burger. The plate was a lot larger looking because a sparse amount of fries was served alongside. Maybe add a little more next time just to balance it off. The servers/bartenders knew their stuff. They provided what they could in terms of what was popular and well liked. They said both items we ordered were the most popular. The fish and chips have won best fish and chips 3 years in a row. I would agree with this since I usually am not wowed with this dish. I couldn't resist ordering a dessert. The applied tart with vanilla ice cream was so satisfying. Overall service, food quality and experience was very good. If return over and over again for this same food and experience. If I could give 10 stars I would. Carmel and Brody's is a new destination.