4 Best Restaurants for Foodies in Carmel Valley

4 restaurants available nearby

1. Tarpy's Roadhouse

4.6

Exceptional(3586)

Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey

Booked 3 times today

Relax in this 1917 Roadhouse and enjoy creative, Five Star American Country Cuisine. The wood-burning grill provides wonderful flavors for the freshest seafood and prime steaks. Set on five landscaped acres, the patios and extensive gardens provide a refreshing backdrop for hearty sandwiches, vegetarian entrees and tempting salads. Reservations are recommended.We are limited to outdoor seating. Please wear warm clothes for dinner. Not all tables have heat. All tables of 4 we allow 1 hour 30 minutes. Parties of 6 or more 2 hours. If you need more time please let us know. We require credit cards for parties over 6. All guests must wear a mask while entering the restaurant. You may take it off once seated. If your late for your reservation, please call we allow 15 minute grace period. Tarpy's also offers affordable off-site catering drop offs

2. Covey Grill

4.3

Awesome(317)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 5 times today

Taste the fresh ingredients harvested from local organic farms that are hand selected by Executive Chef Goran Basarov and exquisitely prepared by his culinary team into the savory dishes available on our new menus. Covey Grill features a casual elegance with its indoor and outdoor dining located alongside the natural backdrop of Quail's sparkling pond and lush gardens. Our Carmel, CA restaurant is proudly guided in the principles of sustainability by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch and focuses on local farm to table options.We offer a variety of menus throughout the week between our two restaurants, Covey Grill and Edgar's Restaurant. Wednesday Dinners Chef Goran exquisitely curates our Love Thy Neighbor menu each week, a unique three-course dinner for $59++. 5PM-9PM every Wednesday.We offer our Sunday Dinners from Edgar's Restaurant with a unique menu curated with our Quail Lodge Golf Members favorite items from 5PM-9PM every Sunday.

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3. Sur at The Barnyard

4.5

Awesome(507)

Price: Expensive

• American • Carmel Valley

Booked 4 times today

Voted "Best Restaurant in Carmel Valley 2023"!Located in the picturesque Barnyard Shopping Village just off of HWY 1 between Rio Rd and Carmel Valley Rd. Sur at the Barnyard is where foodies, beer lovers and families escape the stresses of their day-to-day lives to enjoy a great meal!If you don't see a reservation available give us a call anytime and we will be happy to assist!Need a reservation for 7 or more? Give us a call at 831-250-7188 or email us any requests at reservations@suratthebarnyard.com

4. Rio Grill

4.6

Exceptional(2470)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 6 times today

Rio Grill, located in the Crossroads in Carmel, has been the place to meet friends, enjoy tasty, flavorful food and relax with a refreshing cocktail or glass of wine for over 38 Years.Chef Luis Osorio creative American dishes are some of the most flavorful, colorful and vibrant on the Monterey Peninsula and celebrate flavor in every mouthwatering bite!In addition to the main dining room, Rio Grill has a comfortable lounge and full bar serving refreshing libations including the restaurant’s famous "Rio Rita.” The bar is lined with colorful caricatures of local faces and celebrities. Rio Grill's award-winning wine list by Wine Director, Gabe de la Vega, features more than 250 labels featuring a ton of local wineries and an extensive selection available by the glass.

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4 restaurants available nearby

1. Tarpy's Roadhouse

2. Covey Grill

3. Sur at The Barnyard

4. Rio Grill

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