FOOD through. 200 Del Mesa Drive, Carmel. (831) 624-1854, woodysmontereyairport.com BURGERS/DINERS/PUBS Bear + Flag Roadside Define the phrase “modern California roadside eatery.” If you need some help, think a top chef using good ingredients to bring sandwiches, burgers and other simple fare—pimento cheese and crackers—to an unheard-of level. Craft beers and local wines. 7152 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel. (831) 293-8608, bearandflagroadside.com Woody’s at Carmel Valley Athletic Club A salad and sandwich menu from the folks at Woody’s (see listing under Monterey). Note: Non-club members are welcome at the cafe. 27300 Rancho San Carlos Road, Carmel. (831) 624-2737, woodysmontereyairport.com FINE DINING/RESORT Covey Grill The setting calls for elegance with a casual feel taking full advantage of local ingredients. The list will change, but think porterhouse steaks to a standout burger, with bits of seasonal creativity. 8205 Valley Greens Drive (The Quail), Carmel. (866) 675-1101, quaillodge.com Lucia Restaurant & Bar Lucia is one of the county’s Zagat-rated dining rooms and a frequent choice for Best Restaurant by Weekly readers—for good reason: the cooking is done with rare finesse. Both menu and cocktail lineup changes regularly. Bernardus Lodge, 415 W. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley. (831) 658-3400, bernarduslodge.com/wine-cuisine Valley Kitchen The kitchen is known for modern takes on farm-fresh fare in a resort setting. Drawing inspiration from the property’s own honey, lavender, chickens and garden, the chef’s creations are an expression of fresh ingredients in perfect balance. 1 Old Ranch Road, Carmel. (831) 626-2599, carmelvalleyranch.com Delis, Markets and Shops Ad Astra Atelier The wildly popular Monterey bakery’s Carmel Valley outpost is a cafe and shop. 319 Mid Valley Center, Carmel. ateliercarmelvalley.com Earthbound Farm Stand Since 1984, Earthbound Farm in Carmel Valley has delivered fresh, organic produce to the world. 7250 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel. (831) 625-6219, ebfarm.com Jerome’s Carmel Valley Market A chef-owned, family-operated little treasure if you need fine wine or craft beer for an outing or crave a deli sandwich and coffee. The small meat counter goes big with natural meats and homemade sausages. 2 Chambers Lane, Carmel Valley. (831) 659-2472, jeromescarmelvalleymarket.com Marina Restaurants ASIA/PACIFIC Ho Wah Chinese Restaurant The friendly service here is what makes this spot truly stand out. And they will, helpfully, point to the most popular dishes. 3116 Del Monte Blvd., Marina. (831) 384-7951, howahmarina.com Keoki’s Hawaiian Barbeque They speak kahlua here, as well as musubi. Keoki’s is a popular take-away spot for its smoked pork plates and sandwiches. But don’t overlook the chicken. 3170 Vista Del Camino, Marina. (831) 809-8644 Maido Sushi Cafe Sushi was originally peddled as street fare. 88 THE BEST OF MONTEREY BAY ® 2026-2027 1999– 2025 Voted Best Seafood Market 26 years in a row 100 A Crossroads Blvd. | Carmel 831-626-3626 598 Foam Street | Monterey 831-646-0547 2420 Highway 1 | Moss Landing 831-728-7081 SEA HARVEST FISH MARKET AND RESTAURANT seaharvest_1-2h_VG26_DG.indd 1 5/28/26 3:57 PM
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