Angela’s Carmel/Monterey Guidebook
Sightseeing
Driving to Big Sur is a must! You will not be disappointed. There are so many little hikes and walks along the coast.
332 locals recommend
Big Sur
Driving to Big Sur is a must! You will not be disappointed. There are so many little hikes and walks along the coast.
Food scene
This is one of our favorites. You can get a burrito at the burrito bar, and then take it to an Adirondack chair in the creek and enjoy the calm. There are also local shops and artists if you take a walk around.
RIVER INN VALERO
46800 CA-1This is one of our favorites. You can get a burrito at the burrito bar, and then take it to an Adirondack chair in the creek and enjoy the calm. There are also local shops and artists if you take a walk around.
You cannot go wrong here! Pastries, soups, sandwiches...it's all delicious.
38 locals recommend
Paris Bakery Cafe
271 Bonifacio PlYou cannot go wrong here! Pastries, soups, sandwiches...it's all delicious.
A local favorite for sure! Great food, indoor and outdoor seating. It is often extremely crowded, so call ahead. There is live music and a car show every Thursday evening from May to October.
49 locals recommend
Baja Cantina & Grill
7166 Carmel Valley RdA local favorite for sure! Great food, indoor and outdoor seating. It is often extremely crowded, so call ahead. There is live music and a car show every Thursday evening from May to October.
Great beer selection, fantastic taco truck in the back.
22 locals recommend
Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Tap Depot
290 Figueroa StGreat beer selection, fantastic taco truck in the back.
Great little restaurant. Sit in their adorable courtyard if you have the chance!
54 locals recommend
Corkscrew Cafe
55 W Carmel Valley RdGreat little restaurant. Sit in their adorable courtyard if you have the chance!
This is one of our favorites because is extremely laid back and casual.
26 locals recommend
Cowgirl Winery
4 Pilot RdThis is one of our favorites because is extremely laid back and casual.
Folktale Winery & Vineyards
8940 Carmel Valley RdNeighborhoods
Quaint and charming. There are so many alley ways to explore. Cute shops are hiding around ever corner.
354 locals recommend
Carmel by the sea
San Antonio AvenueQuaint and charming. There are so many alley ways to explore. Cute shops are hiding around ever corner.
Tons of wineries and restaurants. Lots of great hiking. Gorgeous views.
13 locals recommend
Carmel Valley
Tons of wineries and restaurants. Lots of great hiking. Gorgeous views.