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Best Romantic Restaurants MONTEREY/CARMEL, CA


Whether you're celebrating a milestone with someone special in the Monterey/Carmel area or looking for the best date restaurants that are sure to impress, a romantic setting can set the mood for a night to remember. We've selected the best romantic restaurants in Monterey/Carmel to share a memorable meal with your sweetheart.

View our list of Monterey/Carmel Valentines Restaurants.


 

Aubergine French
No Rating
Dining Room at Aubergine, Carmel, CA L'Auberge Carmel
Seventh Ave. & Monte Verde St.
Carmel, CA 93923
831-624-8578 | Menu
A restaurant exuding grace, charm and class --- the cuisine is a fine match to the enchanting surroundings. More...

Casanova French
15/20
Dining Room at Casanova, Carmel, CA Fifth Ave.
Carmel, CA 93923
831-625-0501 | Menu
Central Coast restaurant with a world-class wine cellar and French-Med cuisine. More...

Fandango Mediterranean
14/20
223 17th St.
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
831-372-3456 | Menu
Classic Mediterranean comfort food and a generosity of spirit permeate this Pacific Grove landmark. More...

Marinus California
16/20
Dining Room at Marinus, Carmel Valley, CA Bernardus Lodge
415 Carmel Valley Rd.
Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-658-3595 | Menu
Sophisticated country dining with an inspired menu and compelling desserts. More...

Pacific's Edge Contemporary
No Rating
Dining Room at Pacific Hyatt Carmel Highlands
120 Highlands Dr.
Carmel, CA 93923
831-622-5445 | Menu
Eating on the edge. More...

Passionfish Seafood
13/20
701 Lighthouse Ave.
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
831-655-3311 | Menu
Fish that’s off the hook; sustainable seafood served nightly. More...

Peppoli Italian
15/20
Dining Room at Peppoli, Pebble Beach, CA The Inn at Spanish Bay
2700 17 Mile Dr.
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
831-647-7433
The staff at Pèppoli takes their cues from the Antinori wine family, who are equally passionate about food---and it shows. More...

Restaurant 1833 California
15/20
Dining Room at Restaurant 1833, Monterey, CA 500 Hartnell St.
Monterey, CA 93940
831-643-1833
Romantic, historic atmosphere, friendly service and distinguished food in the heart of Old Monterey. More...

The Sardine Factory Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at The Sardine Factory, Monterey, CA 701 Wave St.
Monterey, CA 93940
831-373-3775 | Menu
Remember when people dressed up for fine dining? They still do --- and there's an affordable and casual bar scene here, too. More...

Sierra Mar Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Sierra Mar, Big Sur, CA Post Ranch Inn
Pacific Coast Hwy.
Big Sur, CA 93920
831-667-2800 | Photo
Contemporary cuisine in a glass-walled sanctuary by the Pacific --- the daily prix-fixe lunch won't break the bank. More...

Terry’s Restaurant & Lounge American
13/20
Cypress Inn
Lincoln St.
Carmel, CA 93923
831-624-3871
A bar with fresh, retro cocktails and satisfying lunch, brunch and dinner menus. More...


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