An affluent North County neighborhood with a growing restaurant strip along El Camino Real. Upscale chains mix with standout independents — ramen, Thai, steakhouses, and the Indian restaurant scene is quietly excellent.
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$$$“Japanese fusion fare like clever sushi rolls are served in a sleek, compact space with bar seats.”
— BonVivant
Sushi · Carmel Valley
$$$$“High-end steakhouse serving prime cuts, seafood & shellfish in an elegant, modern venue.”
— BonVivant
Seafood · Carmel Valley
$$$$“Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting”
— BonVivant
Seafood · Carmel Valley
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“Standard Indian plates & buffet meals are the draw at this spacious restaurant with an elegant vibe.”
$$ · Indian · 2.3
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$$ · Japanese · 2.3
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$$ · Vietnamese · 2.2
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$$ · Thai · 2.2
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“Busy brewery offering a taproom with a wide variety of craft beer styles & views of production.”
$ · Venue · 0.0
