This casual restaurant offers grilled dishes with a Southwestern flair. You can eat in the bar, which is covered with cartoons, or dine in the comfortable dining room. The wine list is extensive, including several Chardonnays and Cabernets. This place has won numerous awards, including Best in the Carmel Area by Adventures in Dining Magazine, and is an old favorite in the area. The unparalleled service brings in a wide variety of tourists and locals.
The colorfully festive, typically Mexican decor of the Plaza Linda Mexican Restaurant & Cantina invites visitors to partake in the exotic, spicy flavors of Mexico. Located in the heart of Carmel Valley, just opposite Cafe Rustica, Plaza Linda offers an extensive food and drinks menu, while also catering to your entertainment needs. You can enjoy their popular Chile Verde, Plaza Linda Burrito, or Carne Asada while sipping on their special margaritas, tequilas, beers or wine. So, if you are in the mood for an evening out, Mexican style, then gather your friends, be they human or animal, and head over to Plaza Linda.
A stone building with dark interiors and friendly bartenders, Alfredo's Cantina is where the locals go for a stiff drink at happy hour. The 70s decor and jukebox add to the charm of this intimate dive bar. Known for its fabulous cocktails, it would be just wrong to walk into this establishment and not try one of the bartender's specials. Along with great cocktails, its selection of spirits, beers and wines are also impressive. Beware this is a cash only establishment, so come prepared.
Visiting the Cowgirl Winery is like stepping back in time. The tasting room is situated in a rustic barn made of redwood and offers a countryside ambiance. As you soak in the beauty of the hilly surrounds, sample a bevy of fantastic wines, each imbued with characteristics typical of wines from the Carmel Valley wine region. Visitors also learn more about the techniques and optimal climate for wine production. Wine connoisseurs can join their wine club for the best offers.