Best Romantic Restaurants in Pebble Beach

51 restaurants available nearby

1. Grasing's

4.6

Exceptional(3052)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 10 times today

DINING UPDATE: Please call restaurant if desired reservation is not available online.Grasing's is open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining (weather permitting). Please note if stairs are an issue for any guest. Please continue to visit our website a https://grasings.com for menu updates, holiday offerings and special events. Grasing’s, located in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, lies along the Pacific Coast in Central California in Monterey County. Celebrity chef partners, Kurt Grasing and Narsai David, truly created a gem. From friendly and professional service, an award winning wine list and seasonally inspired cocktails to the fresh and sustainable local ingredients.Please contact the restaurant to request dog friendly patio seating.

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2. Casanova Restaurant Carmel

4.6

Exceptional(2348)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 27 times today

Casanova Restaurant Carmel is often referred to as a 'romantic and charming spot' in reviews. The atmosphere has been described as 'old European with French music playing in the background', creating a perfect setting for an intimate, romantic dinner. It's also been noted for offering 'classic' Italian food that is 'perfectly orchestrated and seasoned', adding to the overall romantic ambiance. The restaurant's service and food also receive high ratings, adding to the overall romantic experience.

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3. Schooners Monterey

4.6

Exceptional(3019)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Monterey

Booked 18 times today

Schooners Monterey is a romantic restaurant due to its picturesque setting suspended over the waters of Monterey Bay. Customers have praised the 'beautiful and romantic location', 'memories made for my new wife and myself' and the 'lovely dinner' with 'lovely setting'. The quality of food, service, and ambiance have consistently received high ratings.

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4. PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1669)

Price: Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 41 times today

Our cuisine features beautiful specialties from France, Italy and Spain. The dishes are rich in color and flavor.PortaBella is picturesque: awarded First Prize for Beautiful Flowerscaping from the Carmel Garden Club.The ambience is stylish and romantic, the setting historic

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5. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

4.6

Exceptional(1939)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 13 times today

Do you love Italian food? A world famous restaurant executive chef says it all by saying, “the best meals in California are at Carmel Bistro Giovanni!” An artful, romantic setting with an international wine list and amazing cocktails. Try some of our specialties: the "Mamma Mia" features mouth-watering meatballs with pasta and southern Mediterranean-spiced sauce, Veal Osso Bucco, Lamb Shank, steaks, and a plethora of seafood including halibut, salmon and sand dabs! For our gluten-free guests, we can also provide gluten free pasta and bread. *Patio availability depending on weather. We do have plenty of heat lamps but do not have covered tables outdoors. Please understand this when booking.* For parties of 6 or more we require a credit card to hold your table with a 24 hour cancellation policy, $25 per person will be applied to your credit card for late cancellations and no shows. *We have a $30 corkage fee for a standard size bottle (750 ml.) 2 bottle maximum per table.

6. Montrio

4.6

Exceptional(4196)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Monterey

Booked 12 times today

Montrio is a charming, elegant restaurant in downtown Monterey. It's a local favorite and a top pick for romantic dinners. Reviewers consistently praise its refined, comfortable atmosphere, with one calling it the 'perfect environment for a romantic dinner.' The excellent food, attentive service, and extensive wine list all contribute to its high ratings. It's a great choice for special occasions.

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7. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia

4.7

Exceptional(266)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Carmel

Booked 16 times today

Reservations are not needed but are recommended, Walk ins are Welcome.The newest creation from the owners of the beloved Villa Azteca in Downtown Salinas (Salinas City Center), the eatery honoring the Alvarez family patriarch will open Summer 2023 in Carmel Plaza. The 5,000-square-foot restaurant will have indoor dining, bar seating and a small outdoor space, serving specialty Michoacán dishes as well as other Mexican favorites, incorporating three generations of family recipes.

8. Mission Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(481)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Carmel

Booked 17 times today

Located on Mission Street between Ocean Ave & 7th Ave, in Carmel California. Mission Bistro Restaurant is owned by Shaheen Alnuaimi. Our history-rich location is warm, charming, and above all cozy. We offer brunch, lunch, dinner, local, and import wines. Chef Matt Zimny sources from Monterey and Santa Cruz County farms and ranches with the goal of serving what is fresh and currently available. At Mission Bistro we do Seafood and Steaks right. Cheers!

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9. Anton & Michel Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(3238)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 27 times today

Anton and Michel is now open INDOORS and OUTDOORS at the COURT of the FOUNTAINS.LUNCH: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM / DINNER: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Reservations are highly recommended.If you are having any difficulty making reservations online, please call the restaurant directly at 831-624-2406 or send us an email.Since 1980, Anton and Michel has consistently maintained an award-winning reputation for true excellence in the art of fine dining. A complete interior remodel was recently completed features handset stonework throughout the restaurant. The floor to ceiling windows offer breathtaking views of the Court of the Fountains. Zagat Survey calls it: Carmel’s long-standing paean to graciousness in dining out. Along with updated and contemporary changes to the menus, ultimate table side service flambé desserts remain. As quoted in the Wine Spectator, Anton and Michel is “probably the best dining experience in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea”.

10. Il Tegamino

4.6

Exceptional(1099)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 8 times today

Just steps off Ocean Avenue in downtown Carmel, California, Il Tegamino is Carmel's favorite hidden gem. Wander past Carmel's iconic candy shop to find us tucked behind boutiques in a courtyard off the beaten path. We are a tiny restaurant charmingly hidden in Carmel-by-the-Sea's first courtyard. Dine al fresco in our outdoor space within The Court of the Golden Bough courtyard complete with standing heaters and an awning or feel transported to an authentic Italian bistro in our bustling small dining room. We welcome you to come grab a glass of vino in our new wine room. As a local small business, you will often find owner Giuseppe at your table side to welcome you and serve his menu of Italian comfort food inspired by his upbringing in Southern Italy.

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Julie
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
First time here, and loved the outside seating. Service was great, and the food was wonderful! Will definitely return!
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Schooners MontereyPrice: Expensive• Californian• Monterey
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4.6
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Stephanievip
San Francisco Bay Area •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always a favorite…whether a casual bite in the bar, a special occasion or anything in between.
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Grasing'sPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carmel
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4.6
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nicholas
Edmonton / Northern Alberta •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was 10/10, really good. Only draw back was the higher price range. Service was really good as well, awesome recommendations by our server.
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Casanova Restaurant CarmelPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Carmel
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4.6
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grtfoodvip
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
THE BEST MEAL WE HAVE EVER HAD!! My husband had lobster ravioli that was terrific & I had a seafood dish that had with 7 different seafoods .. crab, mussels. Clams,white fish, shrimp, prawns. All in a yummy ragu sauce with linguine! BOTH OUTSTANDINGLY DELICIOUS! Also shared a great Caesar salad with slices of homemade sourdough with olive oil & balsamic for dipping '!' This is our new go to When we visit Carmel!' The hand painted murals on the walls & background Italian music added to the mood! We had a great server who topped off our amazing experience ‼️👍🌈
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Carmel's Bistro GiovanniPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carmel
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4.6
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Judyvip
Texas Panhandle •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Porta Bella was a fabulous dining experience! Cozy atmosphere, attentive staff provided excellent service, and amazing food. Highly recommend this restaurant in the heart of beautiful Carmel!
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PortaBella RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French• Carmel
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4.5

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51 restaurants available nearby

1. Grasing's

2. Casanova Restaurant Carmel

3. Schooners Monterey

4. PortaBella Restaurant

5. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

6. Montrio

7. Nicolas Cocina de Herencia

8. Mission Bistro

9. Anton & Michel Restaurant

10. Il Tegamino

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