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- BBonnieLas Vegas •6 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThe service was excellent! The food, out of this world! The ambience, fabulous! I will definitely return!More infoCasanova Restaurant CarmelPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Carmel•4.6
- GGinaSacramento / Sacramento Valley •2 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoFirst time to Schooners and we all enjoyed it so much! Great view, good service and excellent food. We went in for a late lunch. Enjoyed the focaccia and seafood tostada for starters. Crab pasta, crab blt and cioppino were all delicious! Will definitely return.More infoSchooners MontereyPrice: Expensive• Californian• Monterey•4.6
- CCathyNew York City •8 reviews4.0Dined 6 days agoIt was fun, nice vibe, limited menu for lunch but nice wine list.More infoThe Sur HousePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Big Sur•4.4
- CCarolSan Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2025A beautiful sunny day with the lovely ocean view, relaxing on the deck with a dear friend, sharing a delicious lunch, great service- It was a delightful way to start the new year! Thanks to all those at Pacific’s Edge who made this possible. Wishing you all a Happy New Year❤️More infoPacific's EdgePrice: Very Expensive• American• Carmel•4.5
- CChrisVIPSeattle / Eastern Washington •23 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 26, 2024Wow, wow, wow! The sunset was spectacular. The service was excellent. The food was Michelin star worthy, for sure. The prices, though very high, were well worth a very special experience. Overall, a perfect Christmas dining experience. Hoping to stay a couple of nights this summer. Thank you!More infoSierra Mar - Post Ranch InnPrice: Very Expensive• Organic• Big Sur•4.7
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Stretching along the California coast, Big Sur is one of the country's most beautiful places. As you drive along Route 1 and take in the breathtaking mountain and ocean views, make sure to stop into one of the many great eateries that Big Sur has to offer. With its prime location on the Pacific Ocean, Big Sur offers every type of seafood you could imagine. Enjoy sea scallops, crab cakes or fish and chips while looking over the ocean from one of the restaurants that sit in the town's iconic cliffs. There are also a number of cafés and small bistros that offer relaxed atmospheres and additional views of the water. Big Sur also has options for those looking for international cuisine, with Italian and French-inspired restaurant choices.
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The most romantic restaurant in Big Sur is Sierra Mar - Post Ranch Inn
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