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Worst rated restaurants in Carmel
Map viewSteer clear of these locations to ensure a positive experience in Carmel. Our list highlights the least favorable places to help you make informed choices and enjoy your time in the city. Ratings are based from 99 places in Carmel
Donatello's Italian Restaurant
9 W Main St 46032-1763
"We don’t make the drive to Carmel for dinner too often, but I was tempted by the family size shrimp garlic cream pasta. It came with salad, garlic bread, and fried ravioli. We were hooked from the f..."
Island Taco
173 Crossroads 93923
"Their rice bowls & burritos are excellent - everything I've tried there is really good - love their salsa too, range from mild with great flavor to insanely too hot for me. They're a little pricey but..."
China Delight Restaurant
145 The Crossroads Blvd 93923-8645
"The best looking Chinese restaurant I've seen in California so far. We saw Mr. Clint Eastwood there!"
The Tuck Box
Dolores St. Between Ocean & 7th Ave. 93921
"Breakfast and lunch table service in a cute fairy tale building in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. It's not just a cup of tea kind of place, but try the scone trio! They're made in house and are very ta..."
Vino Napoli
7th Avenue 93921
"Great casual atmosphere after a day on the beach. Didn’t need a reservation. We had the pizza which was excellent and the service was perfect. Garlic bread appetizer was a delicious starter after..."
Nielsen Bros Market & Deli
7th Ave & San Carlos St.
"Great store! If you want a filling lunch then I highly recommend here. Typical sandwich will cost you 8 bucks and a bag of chips and a drink won't set you back an arm and a leg. Better than going to t..."
Mountain Mike's Pizza in Carmel
26541 Carmel Rancho Blvd 93923-8701
"What can I say....First off, when my family & I walked into the restaurant, we were greeted & felt welcomed by an elderly man, which I guess is the owner. He seems like the kind but no nonsense kind..."
Mountain Mike's Pizza
26541 Carmel Rancho Blvd 93923-8701
"I love it ðŸ˜100% my favorite pizza at Carmel Valley"
Allegro Gourmet Pizzeria
3770 The Barnyard Southwest corner of The Barnyard 93923-8751
"Best Margherita pizza I've ever had!!! Finally basil I can see. Huge chunks! I don't like tomato sauce on our pizza. It was simply cheese and the best olive oil crust. What a pleasant surprise. A gem..."
Villa Sombreros
Ocean Avenue & Mission St 93923
"When we found out there was a Mexican restaurant in Carmel, we had to go there. And it did not disappoint. We started off with margaritas and a watermelon salad. The drinks were great and the salad ha..."
Sunset Lounge
"First time since they opened. The food came hot and quick . Margaritas were very good and potent, we like that. I especially enjoyed the salmon dish practically licked the plate. I am very happy abou..."
Cafe Carmel
Ocean Avenue Between Mission and San Carlos 93921
"The smoked salmon sandwich was superb! I would've preferred my shot of espresso in a real cup but that's ok. It is very quaint with lots of selections."
Starbucks
3650 Rio Rd 93923-8687
"Never had a bad experience at any Starbucks. They always get my order right. The choices and variations are many and the price is, well it's always worth it. Good service, patient people, clean place..."
Erik's Deli Cafe
3740 The Barnyard 93923-8751
"While waiting on an appointment for my granddaughters to get finished, my daughter and I decided to get some lunch and stopped at Erik's deli. My daughter said she had been here before and it was a go..."
Carmel Burger Bar
"We sat outdoors and got the heat lamp for warmth..little chilly the day we went. The con was the mimosa drink..If I knew the mimosa was going to be in a big glass but the portion was 2 sips. I would h..."
Pescadero Mexican Restaurant
San Carlos Street & 7th Avenue 93921
"Good service. Food is ok. Little bit pricy for amount of portions and simple meals."
Affina Restaurant
Corner of San Carlos and 6th St 93921
"This place was recommended by a friend. There is live Piano music every evening on a beautiful baby grand piano. The food is delicious, the chicken was just like the way my husbands mother made it. I..."