This place was a real surprise to me. I followed directions and it took me to a little patio tucked away next to a bank - there was an open door to a kitchen and the patio had two plastic tables and chairs. A waitress noticed me quickly and came to ask if had placed an order or needed to. They have a big menu! The lunch specials are amazing deals - a main course, with chow mein, fried rice, and soup! All for less than $15?! In this economy?? So I ordered the cashew chicken and a starter of cheese puffs (wanton). The food was all flavorful, the chow mein had a deliciously satisfying chew, the cheese puffs had a tangy cream cheese filling. I would say there wasn't an abundance of chicken - but there was a lot of other food to make up for it. Oh and complimentary hot green tea! I will definitely come back again! read more

Tommy's Wok - Lunch special with side of cheese puffs - Chinese Near Me - Carmel, California

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I ordered delivery through DoorDash and had mixed results. The beef with broccoli lunch special was okay--nothing particularly memorable, but it was probably the best part of the order. Unfortunately, the chow mein was one of the worst I've had. It was mostly noodles with very little meat, and the meat that was included tasted old. I ended up throwing away at least half of it. Normally, I would have sent it back, but since it was a delivery order that wasn't practical. I had hoped to save some for leftovers, but the quality wasn't good enough to justify reheating. I also ordered two char siu baos, but after my experience with the rest of the meal, my expectations are pretty low. My biggest concern was the packaging. None of the food was sealed in any way. The chow mein container had popped open during transit and was handed to me already open. The other takeout container wasn't taped or sticker-sealed either, and the soup came in a plastic container with no seal at all. In my opinion, restaurants using delivery services should place tamper-evident stickers or tape on all containers. Food should not be arriving open or capable of popping open during delivery. The lack of sealing was concerning and did not inspire confidence. The soup was also only about half full, which made me wonder whether some had spilled during transit or if that was the intended portion size. Overall, the beef with broccoli was merely okay, the chow mein was very disappointing, and the packaging raised concerns. Based on this experience, I do not plan to order from or visit this restaurant again. read more

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We visited Tommy's Wok in Carmel‑by‑the‑Sea during winter break and came for the lunch specials. It's a small place, and you need to sign up at the front before getting seated. The lunch specials are pretty good and reasonably priced, especially for this area. There were only two servers working: a younger woman handling cleanup and table setup, and a senior woman taking orders and serving food. The workflow felt a bit unorganized -- it would be smoother if they backed each other up. Overall, the lunch specials were solid and a good value here. read more

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Tommy 's Wok is hard to find but worth the trouble if you feel like spending less than $100 for a meal. After a long walk along Scenic Drive we found Tommy's hidden away in a small alley. The Rainbow Seafood Chowder really hit the spot and warmed us up with jumbo prawns, scallops and real crab. A large order was only $12.75! We also had the garlic sauce scallops for $20.45 tasty but the scallops are bland. Tommy's Wok will be a regular stop along with Bruno's Deli during our vacays in Carmel. read more

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I keep coming back for more!!! I tried new items, and I have fallen in LOVE with their wonton soup. The broth is so rich and full of wontons, meats, and vegetables! I can't wait to eat in person one day, I door dashed my food again, and the food always comes so fresh! I can't imagine how well the service in person is! This is hands down my favorite Chinese restaurant in this area! I love how the staff always marks off my items, and puts their initials! They really do care! read more

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The broccoli was actually really good! fresh, cooked well, and probably the best part of the meal. Unfortunately, the beef was pretty disappointing, It lacked flavor and could be significantly better with more seasoning and tenderness. read more

Tommy's Wok - Chinese Near Me - Carmel, California

Love Tommy's Wok. If you're craving for fast, tasty Chinese in Carmel, look no further. Takeout can be ordered from the back door (enter through the parking lot). The front side that is parallel to mission bistro is meant for folks dining in but I frequently go through there by accident. Adding updated menu photos for everyone!! read more

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We are visiting the area and I n couldn't decide on what to eat. So I came onto Yelp and found this place. This is FRESH Chinese food at a reasonable price! My husband and I arrived about an hour before closing. The spot is small but there was plenty of tables open for us. We ordered veggie egg rolls - they were fresh inside and not soggy. Then we shared an order of broccoli beef and a bowl of rice...again it was fresh and not overly saturated with sauce and sodium. The weather was chilly so we were also served some tea. Appreciate this place and recommend it! read more

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This is a hole in the wall place and great for carryout or if you dine in expect a casual decor. The interior is pretty small and not fancy at all. I got vegetable fried rice and it was good. If you are in Carmel and want something more reasonably priced than the fancy upscale restaurants that are typical of Carmel, Tommy's is a good choice. It isn't worth going to Carmel just for the food as there are comparable places in Monterey. Be aware street parking is very difficult but there is a small parking lot adjacent to Tommy's that looks more like an alley and if you can get a spot there grab it! read more

Down one of the corridors, in the back, is Tommy's Wok! Yesssss, real Chinese! This small restaurant packs a good punch. Service was great. We ordered the Sweet n Sour Chicken, Orange Chicken, and Chicken Chow Mein. First, the Chow Mein was wonderfully cooked. Vegetables had a snap, not over seasoned, perfectly cooked noodles. Chicken was juicy and seasoned well. Awesome! The orange chicken and sweet n sour were done perfectly and juicy. Not over sauced with fake dyes! Perfectly breaded! *Better than any in SLO County!* read more

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It's very hard to find an affordable fresh fast meal in Carmel. Tommy's Wok satisfies that and depending how you order, can be a healthy option as well. I had the Snow White chicken and really enjoyed it! It had lots of fresh veggies, perfectly cooked tender chicken and a light flavorful sauce. It can with a cup of hot and sour soup and a large serving of fried rice and chow mein noodles. . read more

Tommy's Wok - Snow White Chicken - Chinese Near Me - Carmel, California

They have a few vegan options that all have the same sauce, more or less. But the fried tofu in the sauce is amazing. We were in Carmel for a couple of days and ended up eating here twice. This place was a savior as there aren't too many vegan options in the area. The spot is really busy! Prices are great! read more

My husband and I were in town for the day and being newly local to Monterey there are so many places we've yet to try. We weren't looking for something high end on this particular day and Tommy's wok was the perfect find. This restaurant was difficult to find, down an alley way and a very small "hole in the wall" style joint. Inside is no frills, just seating with the kitchen off to the side. We were seated promptly and given menus to look over. I ordered the orange chicken combination plate which included a soup, chow main, fried rice, and the orange chicken for $10.95.... What a screaming deal for that amount of food. The food came out quickly and tasted good. The serving size was large and enough for two meals. We needed a to go box and enjoyed our left overs the next day. An 18% gratuity is added to the check for a party of 2 or more which I feel is fair given their low menu prices. read more

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Tommy's Wok is tucked in between two buildings. We arrived right before they opened. We were seated promptly and ordered. The service was fantastic and our waitress was great. The food was also very delicious packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. Definitely recommend if you are craving Chinese food. This is your spot! read more

Tommy's Wok - Orange Chicken - Chinese Near Me - Carmel, California

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Great food. We got the chicken cord chowder and the Mongolian beef. Absolutely yummy. Small cozy spot with fantastic Chinese cuisine. read more

Food, services and ambiance. Amazing food. Hunan chicken highly recommend crab cheese puffs read more

This a great small family owned Chinese food. Reminds me of the good old days . The price is very reasonable given the Carmel By the sea location. Literally 50% less than any restaurant you can eat in town. The service is quick , friendly and the interior is with no frills . read more

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We went to Tommy's Wok on a Friday night while visiting Carmel. We got the orange chicken, cheese crab puffs, and chicken chow mein. It was the best Chinese food we've ever had! The service was extremely quick even though they were busy; we got the last open table. We will definitely go back next time in Carmel. read more

Tommy's Wok - Cheese Crab Puffs (8) - Chinese Near Me - Carmel, California

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I have been here a few times and totally recommend. The food is good, the service is good, and it may be small but it feels inviting and comfortable. The food is served hot, the staff is polite and efficient and it's worth checking out while in town. read more

I've been to this restaurant to eat many times and the food has always been very delicious if eating inside, also excellent service. This time I ordered two hot and sour soups to go, if you can possibly even call it a soup. What a disappointment and a waste of money. It wasn't edible at all and I had to throw it out. It was 3/4 giant chunks if not more of boiled chicken and giant pieces of tofu. The rest was extremely over salted broth and a random white onion in it., one small piece of green onion. I don't recommend a to go order at all. read more

Tommy's Wok - Some of the tasteless huge chunks in the garbage. - Chinese Near Me - Carmel, California

I only had dim sum and it was amazing. I loved all the diffent dishes I tried. and the food is reasonably priced. No typical premium Carmel prices. The service was relatively fast, we were able to be seated right away. Although I know there was a few people waiting to get in after we ordered our food. It is a small restaurant with lot of seating, so it gets pretty loud. I will be back when I visit Carmel again. read more

Tommy's Wok was the least Carmel of all the restaurants I had dinner in during a recent three night stay and they served my favorite food of all three. Located down a passageway, not visible from the street, no signage to help the casual passerby, and a mysterious back door patio that seemed to be the takeout dock that l have absolutely no idea how the people access, I had no doubt I was in Carmel. Having been let down mightily by a Chef Pepe establishment the night before it was time for a change up--minimal decor, tight tables, lighting that verges on being a little too harsh and a bathroom located just outside the actual restaurant. We were there at peak time, put our name on the list, grabbed a menu and queued up for the 30-35 minute wait on a busy Saturday night. They have a few outdoor tables and we all were offered a chance to be seated at such. Most of us opted to wait it out, but a couple with a baby in a stroller was only too happy to jump on the opportunity. Watching through the windows was fascinating, guessing which tables would turn first, the two servers were constantly on the go, expertly maneuvering just out of the kitchen and cleared plates, and made quick work of reconfiguring tables and chairs to suit the next group. They acknowledged how busy it was and thanked us for waiting, a gesture always appreciated. We ordered the Veggie Egg Rolls, Walnut Prawns, Chicken Chow Mein, and Szechuan Chicken. Everything was so good. I had picked out the Szechuan Chicken because I love a spicy, saucy, crispy combo. When it arrived at the table, I could tell just by looking it was going to be all those things. A completely perfect ratio of chicken and batter, perfectly fried to maintain its crisp under the gooey glaze, and gentle spice kicked in at it hit my lips. The Chicken Chow Mein had some of the biggest pieces of chicken I've ever seen in a chow mein. By the time we were done, the scene had settled and the server engaged us in a nice chat as she cleared plates, a good indicator the place not only stands on business but on care of customer. read more

This place wasn't perfect, ambiance, the dishes, taste, ect. Service was very friendly and attentive, the place checked the important boxes. Was clean enough. What I can't emphasize enough is the GREAT PRICE. Being from a middle class area of the East Coast, I go to places with my family in Carmel and other towns in the peninsula and simply can't afford to treat my family to dinner. ANYWHERE. For the same quality everything we have to pay twice or three times the price for the same type of food in places back east. Doesn't feel great to work so hard and have ZERO even borderline affordable options when you take your middle class family out to dinner. The fact that place exists at the fair prices they charge means my family has at least ONE option. And that's so much better than NONE. Thanks for being here! read more

Our waitress was so nice and friendly. She recommended the red tomato beef chow mein which was really good 8.5/10. We also ordered the roasted duck, the sliced pieces were excellent but the drums were a bit chewy 7.8/10. Lastly, the hunan lamb was alright, we could have went without it and some parts were overcooked 6.2/10. For what it was and for the price it was very good. Definitely would come back for the red tomato beef chow mein. Make sure to ask and listen for the recommendations!! read more

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Hole in wall, but food is so good. Reasonable pricing for the portions. Would come back again!

Wonderful little hole in the wall in the heart of Carmel. Highly recommend the spicy eggplant! They also have a well-priced lunch complete with a pot of house hot tea. Pop in for the lunch specials for a great deal! read more

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Small place, food was excellent! Good service. Food was fresh and hot. No thick gravies.

Absolute favorite place on the Monterey Peninsula. I've been coming here since middle school; because of this I am pretty sure I've literally ordered everything on the menu at least once and you cannot go wrong with whatever dish you choose! My favorite is the spicy noodles, and the cashew chicken is a close second. The location is great, with easy access to shops in downtown Carmel. The staff are nice and attentive. 100000% recommend! read more

The food was so good and the prices are great and they have great sized portions. And we love their tofu and their menu has so many choices. read more

Tommy's Wok - Orange Chicken - Chinese Near Me - Carmel, California

We love Tommy's Wok. We've been coming here since 2014. We moved out of the area so we don't come as often. The food is great, decent prices and fantastic service. We always order the same items: lemon chicken, orange chicken, beef and broccoli, rice and hot tea. We love it all. read more

Tommy's Wok - Lemon chicken, orange chicken and beef and broccoli. - Chinese Near Me - Carmel, California

Great service, kind people small business owner. Came here 2 times in one trip. All souls, spicy dishes, beef and pork and vegetables are soooo good. If you want affordable dishes in Carmel,, come here! read more

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Food was good and I'm a picky eater. Friendly service. Good price. I would definitely come back again.

The perfect spot for a quick and delicious mother and daughter lunch date! Usually stop by after doing some window shopping and it's the perfect place to stop and catch up with one another. Food is delicious and service is always quick and friendly! read more

It feels hard to find good Chinese food but Tommy's is the real deal. Don't sleep on the eggplant, it is a must. It's so hard to find crispy eggplant and they do it right. Orange chicken is also very good. read more

Tommy's Wok - Hot & Spicy Eggplant - Chinese Near Me - Carmel, California

Tommy's is the best. I drive from Monterey because the food is always quality. The service is always good and the prices are reasonable.

Listen... if you want a good filling lunch in Carmel without the typical Carmel price tag, eat here! Pretty solid Chinese food and more than enough food for two people for $29 because of the lunch combos read more

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Food! Was excellent Also delivered on time Food needed a little microwave But Tommy's is in Carmel by the sea I live across town in seaside read more

Worst rice noodles in the world. And, at $20 plus tip a horrible waste of money. Go elsewhere. read more

Tommy's Wok - $20 tasteless rice noodles - Chinese Near Me - Carmel, California

Good grief. This used to be a premiere Chinese eatery. We just ordered out for the first time in years. What a disappointment. It hasn't gone downhill - it has dug itself a hole and jumped in. Bland, pedestrian. No better than some hole in the wall. Diners should have higher expectations. Carmel should demand more. (Our scallops in garlic sauce had small pieces of defrosted scallops in a bland sauce. No garlic zing. Lots of water chestnuts and green peppers though, but that's not what we paid for). read more

The go to place for take out in a Carmel. We are never disappointed. Very popular, so call ahead!