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Our California pub is an updated gastropub which provides a welcoming oasis amidst the coastal fog – an approachable restaurant and gathering space for local guests as well as dynamic discovery for coastal travelers, that lightens the dreary historical pub through contemporary California design and the use of fresh, vibrant, local ingredients.
Hours
| Friday | 6:30–11 AM, 4–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30–11 AM, 4–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6:30–11 AM |
| Monday | 6:30–11 AM |
| Tuesday | 6:30–11 AM, 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–11 AM, 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30–11 AM, 4–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3665 Rio Rd, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
Phone: (831) 624-1841
Website: http://www.shearwatertavern.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=Yext
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Reviews
Jack Farland
This is a gem of a restaurant in Carmel, California. Largely undiscovered, I bet, because it’s in a hotel called Carmel Mission Inn. Which is by itself a great hotel in an area where great hotels are hard to come by.
The restaurant is called the Shearwater Tavern. This restaurant has amazing food. They recently got a new chef. We had Shishido peppers which were abundant, finished with a lime salt that was incredibly flavorful. Really some of the best we’ve had anywhere in the country.
Next we enjoyed the French onion soup which was really good and served super hot. It’s very traditional but it had a little bit of beef in it. Incredible gruyere cheese bubbling on top. Brought me back to Paris.
We had the roasted chicken as a main dish that we split. It was wonderful. Very fresh.
We’ve eaten at restaurants all over Carmel and this is really one of the best ones we’ve eaten at, quite a surprise.
Prior to dinner they had live music outside on their patio that had some really nice gas fire pits and comfortable seating. We enjoyed excellent music.
Our server Laura, gave us excellent service. We will definitely be back.
… moreThe restaurant is called the Shearwater Tavern. This restaurant has amazing food. They recently got a new chef. We had Shishido peppers which were abundant, finished with a lime salt that was incredibly flavorful. Really some of the best we’ve had anywhere in the country.
Next we enjoyed the French onion soup which was really good and served super hot. It’s very traditional but it had a little bit of beef in it. Incredible gruyere cheese bubbling on top. Brought me back to Paris.
We had the roasted chicken as a main dish that we split. It was wonderful. Very fresh.
We’ve eaten at restaurants all over Carmel and this is really one of the best ones we’ve eaten at, quite a surprise.
Prior to dinner they had live music outside on their patio that had some really nice gas fire pits and comfortable seating. We enjoyed excellent music.
Our server Laura, gave us excellent service. We will definitely be back.
Soukey Alexis
I ordered room service beet salad with salmon, bread pudding à la mode.
First let me say, Everything was delicious!! Salmon was cooked to perfection!
Server delivered my food without the peptides and dessert.
I was so annoyed.
5 min later there was a knock on the door and she apologized several times. I get it, it’s busy, I’ve been there. I didn’t have to wait long.
One more thing the bread pudding is not traditional at all.. it looks like custard pie but with some firmness.
Quite tasty for sure!
Cute town, Carmel Mission hotel is cozy, my room was by the pool and it gets extremely nosey.
… moreFirst let me say, Everything was delicious!! Salmon was cooked to perfection!
Server delivered my food without the peptides and dessert.
I was so annoyed.
5 min later there was a knock on the door and she apologized several times. I get it, it’s busy, I’ve been there. I didn’t have to wait long.
One more thing the bread pudding is not traditional at all.. it looks like custard pie but with some firmness.
Quite tasty for sure!
Cute town, Carmel Mission hotel is cozy, my room was by the pool and it gets extremely nosey.
Mark McDonald
We came for Tuesday dog night from 6 to 8. There were dogs all around. The live music was a two-person band. We each ordered their hamburger which was delicious. The fries were spectacular, extremely crispy. Good work chef! There’s a pop-up bar but it’s limited in the selections. Good place to see your dog friends and make new ones.
… moreLiberty Avila
Service was a little slow, think they are short staffed but the food made up for it, they were delicious! We were a table of 8 and we were all happy with our food despite the little service delay. Perfect if you are staying at the hotel. Plenty of parking and has a cozy vibe.
… moreBryant Hanner
I recently dined at The Shearwater, and the entire experience was excellent from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, the food came out fresh and full of flavor, and everything felt thoughtfully prepared.
But the highlight of the night was Christian, our waiter. He was by far one of the best professionals I’ve ever encountered in the industry. He was attentive without hovering, genuinely personable, and made the whole experience feel tailored to us. He made sure that my girlfriend and I left feeling like we had a truly top-notch evening.
Overall, The Shearwater delivered in every way, and Christian took it to the next level. Highly recommend.
… moreBut the highlight of the night was Christian, our waiter. He was by far one of the best professionals I’ve ever encountered in the industry. He was attentive without hovering, genuinely personable, and made the whole experience feel tailored to us. He made sure that my girlfriend and I left feeling like we had a truly top-notch evening.
Overall, The Shearwater delivered in every way, and Christian took it to the next level. Highly recommend.
Kristin Karkar
When you eat at the restaurant at your hotel you often don’t expect to be wowed, but Shearwater was the exception to that rule! The food was absolutely delicious!! Overnight oats may not sound exciting but they were a 12/10! My kids split the French toast and my husband enjoyed his generously portioned smoked salmon plate. Our server was very friendly and attentive. She and the manager also made our meal extra special by bringing out not one but two birthday desserts for our son who was celebrating a birthday! To top it off, our server was kind enough to bring the birthday boy and his little brother hot wheel cars. This was actually the best meal and restaurant we visited while in Carmel for 2 nights. The inside of the restaurant was nicely decorated too, very nice ambiance! Oh and the coconut lattes were also great!! Two big thumbs up from this family of 4.
… moreWendy Brickman
We hadn’t visited the Carmel Mission Inn for several years and knew that it had been refreshed since our last visit. We decided to have dinner at Shearwater Tavern, tucked inside the Carmel Mission Inn and had an absolutely wonderful experience. Our outstanding dining experience began with a delicious Caesar Salad paired with their wonderful signature Parker House Rolls—warm, house-baked, and served with local honey butter and a bit of sea salt. These starters set the tone perfectly for the main event: a flawlessly grilled bavette (flank steak), a favorite of ours, topped with a rich green peppercorn sauce and accompanied by crispy shoestring frites. Our steak arrived cooked precisely to our medium-rare preference and request, showcasing the kitchen’s attention to detail.
The staff was exemplary—friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Our waiter, Leonel, brought warmth and expertise to the table, clearly drawing from his years of experience. John, a talented Manager on site this evening, was equally attentive and informative, making us feel right at home.
The ambiance at Shearwater Tavern is another highlight. The two dining spaces are both casual and tastefully designed, and the lobby’s modern refresh, cozy outdoor firepits, large fun painted cow, and even the attractive restroom wallpaper add to the inviting vibe. With ample parking, visiting or dining there is a breeze. They also have an attractive bar and a happy hour. If you stay here, you will be right across the street from the fabulous Crossroads Shopping Center and near The Barnyard Shopping Center.
This is a place we plan to revisit soon, and their intriguing menu offers even more delightful dishes waiting to be discovered!. Shearwater Tavern at Carmel Mission Inn is a must-visit—highly recommended!
In December 2024, we recently returned to Shearwater Tavern for dinner and had another fantastic experience. The staff, including the wonderfully kind and helpful Angel, made us feel so welcome. We couldn’t resist ordering the flank steak and frites with peppercorns again—it was just as amazing as we remembered. This time, we also tried the delicious sea bass dish, flavorful meatballs, and warm dinner rolls. Everything was absolutely satisfying and delicious. The comfortable ambiance, great service, and ample parking made for a perfect evening. We’re already looking forward to our next visit!
… moreThe staff was exemplary—friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Our waiter, Leonel, brought warmth and expertise to the table, clearly drawing from his years of experience. John, a talented Manager on site this evening, was equally attentive and informative, making us feel right at home.
The ambiance at Shearwater Tavern is another highlight. The two dining spaces are both casual and tastefully designed, and the lobby’s modern refresh, cozy outdoor firepits, large fun painted cow, and even the attractive restroom wallpaper add to the inviting vibe. With ample parking, visiting or dining there is a breeze. They also have an attractive bar and a happy hour. If you stay here, you will be right across the street from the fabulous Crossroads Shopping Center and near The Barnyard Shopping Center.
This is a place we plan to revisit soon, and their intriguing menu offers even more delightful dishes waiting to be discovered!. Shearwater Tavern at Carmel Mission Inn is a must-visit—highly recommended!
In December 2024, we recently returned to Shearwater Tavern for dinner and had another fantastic experience. The staff, including the wonderfully kind and helpful Angel, made us feel so welcome. We couldn’t resist ordering the flank steak and frites with peppercorns again—it was just as amazing as we remembered. This time, we also tried the delicious sea bass dish, flavorful meatballs, and warm dinner rolls. Everything was absolutely satisfying and delicious. The comfortable ambiance, great service, and ample parking made for a perfect evening. We’re already looking forward to our next visit!
Ryan Kelley
The rolls and octopus confit to start off with were both flavorful and delicious. The cocktails we ordered were great too. The rest of the meals were just good, nothing wow or mouth watering. Interesting location as it’s more hotel restaurant than stand alone. The Service was just ok too for only having a few guests in the establishment.
… moreJessica Ortiz Sanroman
Our experience here was very impressive.
My husband booked this weekend get away for both my birthday AND our anniversary.
The hotel was comfortable, with nice rooms and a great pool, but our experience at the restaurant was hard to ignore.
The night we arrived we went to the happy hour, which had an impressive menu. The kind bartender had excellent recommendations and made a perfect martini for my husband.
It wasn’t just us, everyone at the bar barely needed anything, and were made to feel welcome as they sat down. Returning guests were greeted warmly by staff and welcomed. That’s the kind of experience you remember.
We had drinks that night (which were wonderful). We moved from the couch to the fireplace. The manager swooped in to help us move things which was very kind so we could keep the night going.
The food was great! Not just “bar food” but savory and seasoned bites from apps to the menu.
The great service continued through the weekend all the way to our check out.
You’ll have many places to choose from in Carmel by the Sea, but you should take a moment to stop by and have a drink (or a bite) at Shearwater Tavern.
… moreMy husband booked this weekend get away for both my birthday AND our anniversary.
The hotel was comfortable, with nice rooms and a great pool, but our experience at the restaurant was hard to ignore.
The night we arrived we went to the happy hour, which had an impressive menu. The kind bartender had excellent recommendations and made a perfect martini for my husband.
It wasn’t just us, everyone at the bar barely needed anything, and were made to feel welcome as they sat down. Returning guests were greeted warmly by staff and welcomed. That’s the kind of experience you remember.
We had drinks that night (which were wonderful). We moved from the couch to the fireplace. The manager swooped in to help us move things which was very kind so we could keep the night going.
The food was great! Not just “bar food” but savory and seasoned bites from apps to the menu.
The great service continued through the weekend all the way to our check out.
You’ll have many places to choose from in Carmel by the Sea, but you should take a moment to stop by and have a drink (or a bite) at Shearwater Tavern.
Stephanie Bisquera
I had the Coastal Traveler with goat cheese and it was absolutely delicious. Would order again. Angel was our server and she was indeed an “angel.” We had three kids with us and she was so patient and kind. I loved the music but the smell of propane was strong and that is the only reason I am giving 4 stars. I also have a sensitive nose so perhaps others won’t notice. Overall, fantastic experience!
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