Top 15 Outdoor Seating locations in Carmel-By-The-Sea

Your curated guide to gluten-free dining options, with detailed reviews and recommendations for safe celiac-friendly meals.

Little Napoli

Dolores st between Ocean and Seventh, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, USA
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Indulge in a delightful experience with a special set meal featuring seafood galore, complemented by a charming patio ambiance.

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Amy 芳儀 Liao
Amy 芳儀 Liao
Ordered today's set meal, one portion is about $45 Gluten-free seafood dishes, noodles taste quite special Full of seafood including scallops, shrimps and rolls~~~

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Grasings

6th / Mission Street, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, USA
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With a vibrant atmosphere and knowledgeable staff, this spot is perfect for gatherings, offering a diverse drink selection and delightful desserts.

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Alina Prigarina
Alina Prigarina
I love the atmosphere there. It is always fun to chat with barmen and the owner. You can actually talk there and hear each other. The restaurant have very big variety of drinks. Desert is my favorite there. I tried gluten free chocolate cake and raspberry cream Brule. It was a pure pleaser. They make me to forget about the diet)

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Portabella

3 Ocean Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, USA
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Charming vibe with attentive service and a cozy atmosphere, perfect for anyone looking for a delightful dining experience.

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Amy
Amy
Very good service and very accommodating to special needs diets such as gluten free and dairy free . Our server Veronica was very helpful and dinner service was paced just right

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Carmel Burger Bar

H33H+PR Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, USA
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A spot for burger enthusiasts, offering outdoor seating, an extensive menu, and unique options like grass-fed beef, bison, and wagyu.

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Joshua Bradley
Joshua Bradley
This one is for all the burger bougies out there. After you've shopped for that Gucci belt buckle and got Carbon fitted for the central coast lifestyle, you can drop the pretension and get a proper burger at Camel Burger Bar. There are grass-fed beef, bison, and wagyu options lavishly outfitted with some Carmel appropriate toppings. I tucked in for a roasted poblano with brie and pickled red onions and found it to be everything I need from a burger. Gluten-free folks, beware the French fries are not gluten-free, which is always the silliest mistake restaurants make. The good news is, the sweet potato fries are, and they are tasty. Once you've finished being a spectacle for the nearby wine tasters wishing they could trade their vanity for a bite, you can confidently climb back into your G-wagon on 22s, or more likely your space grey Tesla and drive away feeling like a Carmel rock star. Anyone can get steamed carrots and salmon, or pasta carbonara, but how many leave Carmel after taking down a $20 Grilled Cheese Burger?

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Pacific's Edge

120 Highlands Dr, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA
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Breathtaking sunset views make for an unforgettable experience; it's pricey but perfect for a special occasion with great service.

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Ian Lesnick
Ian Lesnick
What an experience! The view from Pacific’s Edge was breathtaking, especially as the sun set right next to us. Definitely make a reservation in advance and, if I may suggest, do so for at least 30 minutes before the sun is scheduled to set that day. The view and the sunset make an incredible combination. 🌅 Besides the view, the food was amazing. I ordered the short rib, one of the entrees that was marked “gluten free” on the menu. As I picked up my knife to cut into the meat, I realized it wasn’t necessary as the meat completely separated just with the fork. The portions were just the right size. The experience was expensive, but worth it for a special occasion or “treat yourself” event. Our server was fun and connected well with us. He also took us a photo! We did find it a bit weird, though, that we weren’t offered anything to drink except for water. We didn’t receive a drink menu or wine list, but it was probably better to save money anyway!

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Vesuvio Restaurant

6th / Mission Street, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, USA
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A cozy rooftop bar with lush greenery, low seating, and great vibes, perfect for enjoying a happy hour with an eclectic crowd.

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J. Nicci Coffie
J. Nicci Coffie
Delicious food- with gluten-free pizza crust and gluten-free pasta, good music, friendly service, and nice atmosphere with fireplaces and succulants. Our table of 7 enjoyed everything we ordered.

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Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co

316 Ocean Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, USA
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Charming spot with a cozy vibe and great views, perfect for relaxing after a beach stroll.

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guillermo belsito
guillermo belsito
They have gluten free options. Thank you!!

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Aabha Indian Cuisine

3690 The Barnyard, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA
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A laid-back spot perfect for adventurous eaters, offering unique twists on classic Indian dishes that are sure to impress.

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Alicen Hughes
Alicen Hughes
We loved our visit! Very friendly for gluten free people (though we are sensitive and not celiac). We had the artichoke appetizer, butter chicken biryani, and lamb Rogan Josh. We love Indian but usually stuck to told masala and butter chicken... These were delicious new discoveries!

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Toro Sushi

Dolores Street between 5th and 6th, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, USA
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Creative rolls steal the show here, with a vibe that's both welcoming and casually attentive, making it a local favorite.

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Pamela Pratt
Pamela Pratt
Dragon roll, rainbow roll, tekka maki, cali roll. All super tasty! And the service was perfect, available but not in-your-face. :) Very adaptable to accommodate gluten-free customers too... thanks Toro Sushi in Carmel!

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Lugano Swiss Bistro

Santa Rosa Barn, 3670 The Barnyard, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA
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Get ready for an amazing fondue experience with a perfect cheese blend and top-notch service that'll make your visit unforgettable!

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Taylor
Taylor
the nicest people I’ve ever had as servers…there fondue is so delicious with the cheese blend and the dippers that they choose to serve with it pairs well especially the bread! Don’t pass this place up the next time your in the Carmel area and craving some delicious fondue. They also accommodate if you have a gluten allergy they’ll allow you to bring your own bread we buy it from the grocery store behind and they’ll toast it and cut it up for you!

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Toasted Artisan Grilled Cheese

315 Mid Vly Ctr, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA
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Brisket grilled cheese steals the show here, but adding some mustard could elevate the ham version; water access could use a refresh too!

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Beth Gunston
Beth Gunston
Delicious! Such a treat. Loved the brisket grilled cheese on gluten free bread. The grilled cheese with ham was good but could use some mustard to add to the flavor with a little bite. Only other suggestion would be to get a filter so that customers be given water.

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SUR at The Barnyard

3601 The Barnyard, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA
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BL M
BL M
An excellent place for good food and great service. I had the bacon cheeseburger and it was absolutely amazing. The bacon is sweet and savory. The patty grilled to perfection. The onion marmalade brings the whole thing together. My wife had the veggie burger with a gluten free bun. She said it was one of the best she has ever had. Wait staff are attentive and very friendly. I can't recommend this place enough...a must visit if you are in the Carmel area.

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Katy's Place

6 Mission St, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, USA
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A cozy diner vibe with perfectly cooked breakfasts and delicious fresh apple juice; a must-visit spot for your morning cravings!

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Kathleen Naughton
Kathleen Naughton
Breakfast was delicious! I'm celiac and was able to order a Denver omelette with potatoes as a gluten free option. So good and I didn't have any gluten contamination. The fresh pressed apple juice is really good and not too sweet like others. Can't wait to go back next time.

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Hog's Breath Inn

3 SW of 5th St on, San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, USA
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alessandra sabucci
alessandra sabucci
Nice outdoor restaurant. With fireplaces and stoves that heat the environment in case of cool evenings. The dishes are good. Some also have gluten free noddles etc in addition to the meat and fish.

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From Scratch Restaurant

3626 The Barnyard, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA
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This popular spot has a unique QR code ordering system and offers cozy outdoor dining with heaters, though the wait can be a bit long.

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Alexis S
Alexis S
Good food! Portions are big! A little pricey. We ate outside, and they had heaters next to the tables, but it was still pretty cold. But we opted for that, since the wait was going to be about 20 minutes for inside. It looked pretty small inside, but inside and outside was full, so it looked like a popular restaurant! All the ordering is done via scanning the QR code that is on the paper, that is on the table. My husband wasn't a fan of that, but I didn't mind so much, because I don't like touching dirty germ-covered menus. The waitress seemed a little stressed out, but still friendly. She had to take the orders on a tablet, and it seemed to be giving her trouble. My red potatoes were seasoned with yummy flavors, with my "create your own" omelette. I eat gluten-free, and the waitress provided corn tortillas with my meal, instead of bread. (They do not have any gluten-free bread products.) My husband really liked his biscuits and gravy, and the brisket chili. (The waitress told me that it was not gluten-free, so I did not have any.) They we're out of grits, so my husband wasn't able to order them. He opted for fruit, in lieu of the grits. A side of bacon was seven or eight bucks! But at least it was four big slices of bacon. My husband's coffee was not very hot, and the second serving made his coffee cold. When I brought it up to the waitress, she apologized, and poured it out on the plants; and a different person brought out a fresh serving, but then it was near-boiling hot.

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