American cuisine: the best places to taste it in Carmel Valley

11 restaurant menus in Carmel Valley, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Roux
Roux
91/100 (456 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
European
Vegetarian Friendly
French
European
Gluten Free Options
American
American
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Paella
Beignets
Pasta
Cakes
Salad
Pesto
Crab
Fish
Scallops
Salmon
Crab Cake
Tapas
Foie gras
Sit down
American
European
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Possibly one of my favorite lunch stops in town. Really comfortable outdoor seating. Inside available too. Had a nice tapas style lunch by sharing..."
Marcus K.
"Our experience here was mixed, but overall great. We went to Roux for a private event recently so I'm not certain that our experience is the..."
Jason Bodenheimer
"Ordered their chicken dish for takeout and it was really tasty. Went in person for the first time since COVID this weekend. Nice seating spots inside..."
Ross Koningstein
"Nice upscale restaurant. Super attentive staff, chef came out to introduce himself. Ordered various plates to share, everything was good and several..."
Kimberly Shy
"This has been one of the best meals I have ever had. The atmosphere was also amazing and the owners are..."
Betsy Bailey
Rosie's Cracker Barrell
Rosie's Cracker Barrell
90/100 (36 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
American
Seating
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Free Wifi
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Cash Only
Dinner
Lunch
"Best sandwiches..."
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Danielle Carlson
Wagon Wheel Restaurant
Wagon Wheel Restaurant
90/100 (608 ratings)
Restaurants
Diner
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Cafe
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Waffles
Biscuits and gravy
Cakes
Pancakes
Eggs Benedict
French Toast
Toasts
Omelette
Corned Beef
Café
American
Diner
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Stayed in Carmel and was looking for a good breakfast spot. I’m so glad we tried this place! Food was very good, home made everything, quality..."
Kayla M
"We love it!!! The benedict and omelette are super super juicy and flavorful. Perfect breakfast to start a new..."
Christine Hu
"Old school and quaint. The service was gast and the food was awesome. Biscuits and gravy is the real deal and delicious. And, it's served as a a..."
Marcus Ward
"Everything was delicious they had my favorite blueberry 🫐 pancakes eggs was cooked perfect . Definitely will come..."
Kam Johal
"This place is the absolute best. It's quaint, it's comfortable, the staff is so nice and the food, it was the best breakfast I have ever had, and I..."
Kelley Donahue
"Love this little cozy breakfast joint, definitely get the biscuits and..."
alfredo torres
"Love this place me and my boyfriend Robert go hiking almost every Sunday and we stop here fir breakfasts which we very much..."
Cindy Shaw
"We were seated right away but we went early. This eatery can get busy and we have had to wait on previous occasions. The food is delicious and the..."
Penny Fong
Trailside Cafe & Beer Garden
Trailside Cafe & Beer Garden
87/100 (896 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Gluten Free Options
American
Cafe
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Eggs Benedict
Sandwiches
Burger
Omelette
Fish
Salad
Fish & chips
Fish & Chips
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Café
American
Bar
Café
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Live Music
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
Corkscrew Cafe
Corkscrew Cafe
85/100 (1048 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Pizza
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
American
Pizza
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Tacos
Sandwiches
Burger
Ribs
BLT
Prosciutto
Pasta
Cakes
Salad
Lamb
Pesto
Duck
Fish
Mussels
Salmon
Tapas
Fish Taco
Sit down
American
Pizza
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Private Dining
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Ordered the lemon zest pizza. All the pizzas are 8 slices each, 1 pizza is perfect for 3-4 people. The pizza was tasty and the ingredients were..."
Tony Najarro
"Amazing place and food. Plus go taste at Georis and bring a bottle for your meal and they don't charge any corkage..."
Kristi K
"Delicious fresh prepared food with quality ingredients. The mushroom pizza was yummy beyond expectations. Excellent prompt service to boot. All of..."
Ramin Akhbari
"Super friendly service. Pizza was delicious. No wait. They have cowgirl vineyards wine. Smash burger was absolutely wonderful, highly..."
Emsee H
"Lovely, simple Californian cuisine. Service is warm and welcoming—they seated us at 8 even though the cafe closed at 8:30, and we didn’t feel..."
Sunny Kim
"Love it! Great atmosphere, easy food, wine and patio. Outdoor chairs could be more comfortable! Beautiful..."
Jacqueline Rangel
"A great place to re-energize after some wine tasting. The smell of the pizza as you walk in is welcoming. They have indoor seating as well as a huge..."
Yvonne Flowers
Lucia Restaurant & Bar
Lucia Restaurant & Bar
85/100 (1346 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
American
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Crab Cake
Beef
Halibut
Foie gras
Pasta
Cakes
Salad
Pesto
Fish
Crab
Pork
Scallops
Duck
Oyster
Tuna
Salmon
American
Private Dining
Seating
Valet Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Fine Dining
International Smoke
International Smoke
85/100 (1062 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
International
Barbecue
American
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
"I came here last night with my now fiancé to celebrate our engagement, we were blown away. We were given a hand made card from the staff..."
Karina Nava
"This review is WAY over due. I live in KY and my mother and I flew to Cali just to eat at this restaurant. It was a dream of mine to eat here, and Im..."
Julia Barker
"If you're looking for a steak restaurant and can't differentiate from the ones with similar looking menus, give this place a go. Fresh takes on the..."
Julia Bu
"I can't remember the last time I had as perfect a dining experience as I did last night at International Smoke Del Mar. The service, drinks, food,..."
Chris Holiman
"Excellent experience for lunch today. I had the Lobster Mac and cheese, which was very good. The service was attentive and yet..."
Nikhil Mhatre
"Would highly recommend. Service was wonderful. Our server was very friendly and fun and so knowledgeable about the menu. The menu also has no..."
Christina L.
"This place is way overpriced. That said, the food was good. Not great but good. I had the BBQ rib tip mac and cheese and the topping was delicious..."
Lyndsy Faulkner
Cachagua General Store
Cachagua General Store
84/100 (58 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Spanish
Spanish
American
Late Night
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Crab
Duck
Crab Cake
Ribs
Ice Cream
Sit down
Spanish
American
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Accepts Discover
Seating
Late Night
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Amazing quality at reasonable prices. True country atmosphere. I recommend the Sunday brunch smoked salmon Benedict with a real hollandaise sauce the..."
Brent Carlson
"Same food, service, and wine in a much more convenient location. 1.5 hours from order to entre, but that is similar to..."
David Olsen
"We dined at the General Store with our friends from Syndicate Camp this past Monday. What an incredible experience we had. We were met by a..."
casey storm
"Unique. "Monday Night Restaurant" is a treasure - amazing, world-class food in the most casual setting. Go in with eyes open, though! If you are..."
Daniel Eling
"One of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The most amazing food (seriously)! We dine here every time we visit San Francisco or..."
Kendra Sand
"Wonderful community resource run by..."
Sherril Nell Wells
"Love it..."
Danielle Carlson
Valley Kitchen
Valley Kitchen
80/100 (836 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
American
American
Contemporary
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
French Fries
Cakes
Lamb
Fish
Salad
Wings
Crab
Scallops
Risotto
Salmon
Crab Cake
Sit down
American
Contemporary
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Reservations
Seating
Outdoor Seating
Table Service
Private Dining
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Bert is the best server! He made my daughters birthday so very special. I will tell all of my friends how well the service is here and how delicious..."
Mattie Jordan
"Amazing breakfast. We got crab cake, smoked salmon bagel and french toast, and all of them were super..."
Brian Lin
"Amazing food! I got plate "Winter's Catch" it was delicious! My bf got the "Wasabi Crusted Tuna" he also loved it. The food was so fresh, one of the..."
Jennifer S
Running Iron Restaurant
Running Iron Restaurant
79/100 (612 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Salad
Sit down
American
Bar
Pub
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Takeout
Television
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Late Night
Dinner
Mid-range
"A perfect meal inthe warmth of CV after a hard day of moving. Ice cold beer helped wash down our dinner amongst the VERY colorful..."
Michael Vanderkarr
"Excellent food, great atmosphere!. Running Iron (Funny name right? There's a story behind it...) came highly recommended by a friend of mine who..."
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"Had an excellent burger here today after an exilerating ride through the..."
FTW
"Amazing food! The place is really nice and the staff was friendly and followed all Covid restrictions!! Awesome place to eat!!..."
Danny Pineda
"Love this place. Great menu, food and..."
Mamatigger Westmoreland
"Very nice brisk beautiful way and attitude with people around most of all it's just the energetic feel you have from being outside and experiencing..."
Mariano Botello
"Best casual lunch spot in Carmel Valley. One of those truly authentic places where the atmosphere isn't just nailed up on the wall. Large, quality,..."
Hanns Ullrich
"It was good food and very..."
Adam Aguirre
"Nice restaurant/bar on Carmel Valley Rd. Great menu and service. Inside/outside dining..."
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"I miss the Running Iron. Just so hard to go out during..."
Brenda Kovach
Wild Goose Bakery Cafe
Wild Goose Bakery Cafe
74/100 (285 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Bakeries
Vegetarian Friendly
Deli
Cafe
Cafe
Deli
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Breakfast Burrito
Sandwiches
Fast food
Deli
Café
Seating
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"This place is a true diamond in the rough - even if it still appears to be a lump of coal. It's basically a dive with class. I've been here twice in..."
Carl
"A popular community hangout, this rustic country-style coffeehouse serves up delicious housemade pastries—a flawless custard brioche, a stretchy..."
Carole Terwilliger Meyers
"Great coffee (truly), local pastries, good selection sandwiches and breakfast fare at reasonable prices. And there's an organic juice bar. To round..."
Laura Seidenberg
"Great coffee, great pastries. Fun..."
Adela Wee
"We had the most delicious breakfast burritos and yogurt parfait here! Highly recommend. Great little spot with high quality homemade..."
Hanna Gilsvik
"My friend from the UK and I happened upon this lovely spot one morning. We both had delicious coffees with frothy steamed milk for beverages. Kate..."
barbara beckmeyer
"First timers, figure out what you want from the boards inside and out and then get in line and wait. Breakfast burrito has an East Asian flair to it..."
Mirna Jope
"I was working in and around Carmel Valley for a week and once I found this gem of a cafe it became my go-to for lunch in the Valley. They have..."
David Dennis
"Awesome independent coffeehouse with lots of..."
Evan Huber