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Fresh Japanese Hokkaido Scallops Tempura - Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant, Carmel By the Sea, CA

Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant

4.7
4.7
431 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Reservations accepted for dinner only.

Fifty eight years ago, Elaine and Pierre Boissiere established their eponymous restaurant at its current location, years before Carmel Plaza shopping center was built around it. They sought to offer the city of Carmel-by-the-Sea a relaxing and comforting venue modeled after a European chateau where tables are thoughtfully spaced and fresh flowers, fireplace, candles and soothing musical notes are integral part of the dining experience. The ambience sets the tone for French country food served with a great deal of care for detail and pastries baked daily on premises. It is a testament to their far sightedness that Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant continues to fulfill their vision to this day.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 624-5008
  • Website
    http://patisserieboissiere.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Available for private dinner parties.

Menu

Chef Tim specials

Starters

  • Premium Trasmontanus Caviar White Sturgeon - Product of ItalyUS$90.00

    Chives, egg yolk, egg whites crème fraiche, blini

    Entrees

    • Soupe De PoissonUS$35.00

      Clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, Roasted garlic & saffron broth

      • Crispy Skin Airline Chicken BreastUS$39.00

        Parmesan risotto, crispy fingerling potatoes, garlic greens beans, jus de poulet, Italian black truffle

        • Veal OssobucoUS$39.00

          With gremolata and creamy polenta

          • Double Bone Berkshire Pork ChopUS$45.00

            With a creamy whole grain mustard sauce, kale & apples, celery root puree

            • Certified Angus Beef Ribeye SteakUS$50.00

              With a red wine mushroom demi glaze, gratin potatoes, asparagus

              • ADD Italian black truffleUS$25.00

                Last updated: August 22, 2024

                What 431 people are saying

                Overall ratings and reviews

                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                4.7
                4.7 based on recent ratings
                • 4.7Food
                • 4.8Service
                • 4.8Ambience
                • 4.7Value

                Noise • Moderate

                Loved For

                • Monterey / Carmel

                  Great for brunch

                Review summary

                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant is a charming spot in Carmel offering a cozy, intimate atmosphere with a touch of French elegance. Visitors rave about its "delicious food" and "excellent service." Known for its standout French onion soup, baked Brie, and delightful pastries, it's a must-visit for a memorable dining experience.

                431 Reviews

                1. Victoria

                  VIP

                  Puerto Vallarta

                  5 reviews

                  5.0

                  5 reviews

                  Dined 1 day ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  This restaurant is always delicious! It’s a meal like going to your French or Italian grandmas table. Homey, comfortable, welcoming, and dependably delicious! We have taken all kinds of people there from all different backgrounds and taste. Not one has had a critical thing to say! The Frisch onion soup is among the best ever! We were celebrating our anniversary last night and they actually cared and without telling them, brought us a special dessert and wished us happy anniversary. That’s rare these days! Charming and delightful!

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                2. Nicole

                  VIP

                  San Francisco

                  4 reviews

                  5.0

                  4 reviews

                  Dined 2 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  We started with french onion soup, excellent and the harvest salad very refreshing, really enjoyed the Roque for dressing which was a touch lighter than usual. We each (3 people) ordered the evenings specials. My veal Osso Buco was exceptional! Ordering desserts to go is a must, also exceptional. Service was on point with the right amount of table touches, and everyone was gracious, lovely ambience. I felt like I was in a cozy French village LOVED IT

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                3. Patricia

                  VIP

                  Central Coast

                  6 reviews

                  5.0

                  6 reviews

                  Dined on December 25, 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  We enjoyed a very festive Christmas Eve dinner. Each course was delicious. The owners are so friendly and attentive. Highly recommend dining here.

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                4. Joe

                  VIP

                  San Francisco

                  11 reviews

                  5.0

                  11 reviews

                  Dined on December 14, 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Our favorite regular restaurant in Carmel. Wonderful French food, lovely ambience and warm, welcoming staff.

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                5. Scott

                  VIP

                  Tucson

                  65 reviews

                  4.0

                  65 reviews

                  Dined on December 9, 2024

                  1. Overall 4
                  2. Food 4
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 4
                  Substantial portions were good. Had we known about the pastry selection that was available we would have planned for the meal better (no afternoon snack). Nice ambiance and relatively quiet

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                6. Leonard

                  San Francisco

                  6 reviews

                  5.0

                  6 reviews

                  Dined on December 8, 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  We had a wonderful time with great food and good friends.

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                7. Hiroomi

                  VIP

                  Central Coast

                  18 reviews

                  5.0

                  18 reviews

                  Dined on November 29, 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  We went for the Thanksgiving Prix Fixe dinner and it was great! Small and intimate restaurant, great service, wonderful food. We really enjoyed our evening out!

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                8. Valerie

                  VIP

                  San Francisco

                  5 reviews

                  5.0

                  5 reviews

                  Dined on November 25, 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Lovely intimate restaurant with excellent selection of classic bistro items.

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                9. John

                  VIP

                  San Francisco

                  35 reviews

                  5.0

                  35 reviews

                  Dined on November 25, 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Probably the best value for the money for fine dining in Carmel excellent food outstanding service very reasonable prices had a wonderful dinner here will definitely come back next year

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                10. ron

                  VIP

                  San Francisco

                  6 reviews

                  5.0

                  6 reviews

                  Dined on November 17, 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Perfection….best filet mignon and sides that I ever had.

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                FAQs

                Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 624-5008.

                Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 431 OpenTable diners.

                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                Make a reservation

                2 people
                7:00 p.m.
                Booked 9 times today

                Order delivery or takeout

                Google Map for Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant

                Mission Between Ocean and 7th, Carmel By the Sea, CA 93921

                Additional information

                • Neighbourhood
                  Carmel
                • Hours of Operation
                  Dinner Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
                • Price
                  $30 and under
                • Cuisines
                  French, Bistro, Farm-to-table
                • Dining style
                  Casual Elegant
                • Dress code
                  Smart Casual
                • Parking details
                  None
                • Payment Options
                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                • Additional
                  Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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