We spent a few days here in October 2007 and actually stopped in for the gingerbread w/lemon sauce dessert seen on their online menu (my mother grew up in Carmel and she often made gingerbread w/lemon sauce for us... apparently a concoction of my grandmother's 70+ years ago Mom tells us), but it was lunchtime so we did the lunch thing. As a ...

The Cottage Restaurant is a great find in Carmel, with great food that my wife and I loved. Be sure to try their well-known artichoke soup, but everything is very well-made. The staff is very accommodating and friendly to families. The dining room is nicely decorated and attractive without being pretentious. They have a booth that seats 4-8. ...

We have come to Carmel for 12 years, and have breakfast here 12-15 days of 30. Always a great experience, with terrific service and reasonable prices. The Eggs Benedict are the best we have ever eaten, with wonderful fruit bowls. Don't miss this Carmel classic. Highly recommend.