FOOD C.U. Sushi The popular spot offers items you look for, such as sashimi, bento boxes and specialty rolls. The place also serves bowls that venture further, as well as a few twists. 173 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel. (831) 582-8942 JeJu Kitchen The menu will have your head turning. There is bulgogi and jajangmyeon noodles treated with respect for Korean tradition. But you will also find miso cacio e pepe and a list of creative burgers. It’s all good. Ocean and Mission (Carmel Plaza), Carmel. (831) 574-8693, jejukitchencarmel.com Sushi Heaven This cozy Carmel sushi joint gets a following for its seafood, complex flavors, creative presentation and friendly service. Dolores between 7th and 8th, Carmel. (831) 6252067, sushiheaven-carmel.menu11.com Tommy’s Wok You can order dishes that are inspired by Hunan and Szechuan flavors. Or go with traditional dishes done Tommy-style. Mission between Ocean and 7th, Carmel. (831) 6248518, tommyswokcarmel.com Toro Unlike so many sushi places, the folks at Toro keep a short list of specialty rolls, as well as a few seared rolls. There are, of course, nigiri, sashimi, hand rolls and a list of entrees. Dolores between 5th and 6th, Carmel. (831) 574-3255, torosushicarmel.com BARBECUE Crossroads Barbecue It’s a classic BBQ joint set in Carmel’s Crossroads shopping center—casual, with counter service and some surprises (think burnt ends). It’s a sibling of Salinas City BBQ. 241 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel. (831) 2507616, thecrossroadsbbq.com BURGERS/DINERS/PUBS Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro See listing under Monterey. Mission between Ocean and 7th (in Carmel Plaza), Carmel. (831) 293-8621, asb.beer Brophy’s Tavern Beer—note the wall of empties—fish and chips, burgers and fries. This is a neighborhood-style pub in the heart of Carmel. And the bartenders aren’t bad at classic cocktails, either. 4th and San Carlos, Carmel. (831) 586-5566, brophystavern.com El Bistro by-the-Sea There are Mexican favorites galore for lunch. But before the kitchen shifts to noon-hour service, they put their focus elsewhere: omelets, pancakes and French toast. So many French toast options, like you’ve never seen before. Mission between 5th and 6th, Carmel. (831) 309-8264 From Scratch The kitchen serves breakfast all day (or as long as the doors are open, which is through lunch) and a nice list of sandwiches for lunch and a popular brunch. 3626 The Barnyard, Carmel. (831) 625-2448, fromscratchrestaurant.com Katy’s Place Katy’s is the quintessential cozy Carmel breakfast spot where you can bring your family—it has been compared to grandma’s kitchen. Salads and sandwiches for lunch. Cash only. Mission between 5th and 6th, Carmel. (831) 624-0199, katysplacecarmel.com Little Swiss Cafe One of the best phrases in the English language is “breakfast served all day.” Too bad 80 THE BEST OF MONTEREY BAY ® 2026-2027 50 OLD FISHERMAN’S WHARF MONTEREY • 831-372-3655 www.domenicosmonterey.com Open Daily 11:30am to close ’25 Voted Monterey County’s BEST Restaurant on Fisherman’s Wharf Fresh Seafood, Italian Classics, Prime Steaks, with Beautiful Harbor Views. Domenico’s on the Wharf features Cioppino—a house specialty, Boat-to-Table Wild Alaskan Salmon, Oysters Rockefeller These are a sample of our many great menu choices. Also enjoy Fine Wines and Cocktails, Desserts and Great Service. Celebrating 45 YEARS on Old Fisherman’s Wharf. A Local Favorite!
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