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Big Sur Taco

3.7 (51 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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6 tacos: 2 shrimps, 2 carne asada, 2 al pastors
Lynn H.

$4 per taco is on the pricier end. We got to try their shrimps, carne asada, and their Al pastors. Their corn tortilla was deliciously made, crispy on the edges with lots of cilantro, onions, and cabbages added. The shrimp and the carne asada were decent. My favorite was the Al pastor tacos. They were juicy and had pineapples in them too. When I come back, would definitely get another plate of all Al pastor tacos. 5/5 for the Al pastor tacos. Their orange/red sauce was definitely spicier than their green sauce. I preferred the green sauce, which complimented their tacos well. Overall, a great experience trying the food from the taco truck with many picnic tables out front to sit and enjoy at.

Kalie B.

Service was fine, nice people. I only ordered tacos, so this is purely a review for the Al Pastor tacos. Everything taste old; the tortilla fell apart and was hard like cardboard. The Al Pastor had zero flavor. I was disappointed because the presentation was looking like the tacos were going to smack, and they absolutely did not. The cutlery was nice.

Kristina K.

We chose the tacos specifically so that we could have handmade corn tortillas . They did not disappoint! My chicken tacos were very tasty . However, the pastor pork left something to be desired . It wasn't very flavorful , almost as if they hadn't roasted it on a spit but rather added some kind of pastor sauce later , which made the pork plain tasting . I would definitely order again from them but would skip the pastor. We ordered from one of their trucks , and I'd like to suggest that they put out a sandwich board with a bigger menu so that people don't need to crowd and squint at the small letter sized menu by the ordering window.

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Tiffany C.

It was okay. They don't take Google pay. We got the al pastor big sur burrito and it tastes like a veggie stew inside a tortilla. I think it needed sour cream.

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Henry L.

Legit Taco truck off of Del Monte Ave. recommend it to anyone in the area for a few reasons. First of all the Burrito has amazing and generous ingredients, and finely wrapped too. I especially enjoyed the shrimp tacos which had generous portions and flavored with just the right amount of onions, cilantro, and tomato. I also recommend the steak tortillas, which are just loaded up with beef and cheese, and include some good side items. Prices are reasonable and the service is quick. Don't miss this one.

Big Sur Tacos at Lucia in Big Sur.
Laura R.

Delicious food, tortillas hechas a mano! It was an unexpected delight during a long bike ride in Big Sur.

Next to Lake El Estero off of Del Monte Ave
Miss E.

You can't go wrong with the handmade tortillas. One of my new favorites. Their located on Del Monte near Dennis the Menace Park most days. Late evenings they make their way to Seaside next to Bank of America on Fremont street. Make your way at least once and you'll be hooked.

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9 months ago

Best tacos in the known universe. Carnitas to die for! And everyone who works here is super friendly.

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The best worker there is named tino, he was very nice to me. Also gave me a birthday present. Good food, Alright ambiance.

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3 years ago

Sooo delicious! We had tacos and burritos and loved everything. Those handmade tortillas were amazing too.

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5 years ago

I had the Big Sur burrito. It was good and service was okay. I'd go there again but not in my top 5 taco trucks

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6 years ago

Super good tacos, the tortillas were fresh and the meat tasty.. they were parked outside of Ryan ranch and made my lunch time better!

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7 years ago

I give Big Sur Taco a five star review. They are truly superb! Great tasting taco's and very clean. In addition friendly staff!

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Pangaea on Ocean Ave

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4.5(2.6k reviews)
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Locally sourced ingredients
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Wonderful grill spot in the heart of downtown Carmel by the Sea. The staff was attentive, the…read moreprices aren't cheap but you get what you pay for. I had a nice steak, my wife had the curry, and we were both delighted. Very filling portions and unique flavors. Highly recommended.

Restaurants in tourist areas often get inflated reviews. People are on vacation, in a good mood,…read moreand not always judging the food very critically. Carmel-by-the-Sea has plenty of highly rated restaurants with fairly average food, and Pangea on Ocean Ave felt like one of them. The kimchi dumpling soup, artichoke chicken, and stuffed mushrooms were all fine, but nothing special. The service was good, the staff were attentive, and the ambiance was pleasant. What really bothered me was that every glass of water came with a plastic straw, even though we did not ask for one. In 2026, most restaurants use paper straws or provide straws only by request. Plastic is forever, breaks down into microplastics, and contributes to pollution in our water and environment. Plastic debris also harms marine life, including sea turtles. If Pangea serves even 100 customers a day, that could mean around 36,500 unnecessary plastic straws a year. Pangea on Ocean Ave should switch to paper straws and provide them only when customers ask. Average food I can forgive. Needless plastic waste is harder to overlook

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4.3(814 reviews)
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Stopped in on a whim while passing through Carmel and so glad we did. The ambience is fantastic,…read moredimly lit with great music and TVs everywhere, the kind of place I'd love to come back to and watch a game. Service was excellent. Our waitress Rachel was great and took good care of us. We ordered the French dip (added Swiss, onions, and mushrooms) solid sandwich, though it could've used a touch more salt. The real star though, was the fish and chips. Genuinely some of the best I've ever had. Lightly battered, flaky, perfectly cooked. The vibe lands in that sweet spot of upscale casual without crossing into fine dining, comfortable but elevated. Highly recommend if you're passing through Carmel. We'll definitely be back.

Lunch after a beach walk was just what we were looking for. Walk in and find a seat. Music and…read moreambiance brought a nice vibe the whole time we were here. Food is tops. The fish and chips is the ultimate meal. The burger was savory, soft and creamy just he right amount. It perfectly paired with the Talbott pinot noir they recommended. The only comment is make is the amount of French fries that were served with the burger. The plate was a lot larger looking because a sparse amount of fries was served alongside. Maybe add a little more next time just to balance it off. The servers/bartenders knew their stuff. They provided what they could in terms of what was popular and well liked. They said both items we ordered were the most popular. The fish and chips have won best fish and chips 3 years in a row. I would agree with this since I usually am not wowed with this dish. I couldn't resist ordering a dessert. The applied tart with vanilla ice cream was so satisfying. Overall service, food quality and experience was very good. If return over and over again for this same food and experience. If I could give 10 stars I would. Carmel and Brody's is a new destination.

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Dametra Cafe

4.5(4.8k reviews)
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Dametra Cafe is a pan-Mediterranean restaurant right in the downtown area of Carmel. We passed by…read moreone evening and it was completely full with a line waiting outside. So we decided to stop by for lunch the next day after a nice hike along the beach so we were quite hungry, which is a good thing because the servings are quite hearty. The meal started with some very nice bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Along with a couple glasses of local sparkling wine. I ordered the lamb kebabs and my partner ordered a Greek salad. The lamb kebabs were served with s Greek salad, rice pilaf, Tzatziki sauce and warm pita bread, The Greek Salad was also served with Tzatziki sauce and pita bread. I have to say that all elements of the meal were over the top excellent, down to the wonderful Tzatziki sauce. It was a fabulous meal. We were too sated to order a dessert and were brought a couple of small pieces of baklava to finish the meal. Service was warm and professional. Highly recommended!

Dametra Cafe is a Mediterranean restaurant in Carmel-By-The-Sea. There's street parking nearby and…read moreplenty of indoor seating. The ambiance inside is eclectic, charming, and comfortable, good for small groups of 2-4 people or a family. The service was a bit slow, but our waiter was kind. They brought out the bread first, which paired well with the oil/balsamic mixture. Then, we ordered the Dametra Royal Combination, the Greek Combination platter, and the chicken shawarma sandwich. The Royal combination platter was good for sharing and gave me the chance to try all the appetizers that I was craving. The tzatziki and hummus were my favorite thing on the table overall. However, the dolmas were a bit too salty and the spanakopita was a bit soggy. The combination platter had well cooked lamb and a salad with hummus and pita. The lamb was a bit bland, but had a tender texture and was a sizable portion. The chicken shawarma sandwich was also a bit bland and difficult to eat since the outside was too hard. However, the waiters gave us free baklava when they saw we didn't really finish our meals. Overall, the prices were expensive, but the portions and ambiance were good. If you're looking for a Mediterranean meal while at Carmel-By-the-Sea, Dametra is a good option.

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4.1(1.1k reviews)
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What a lovely restaurant! We had a delicious breakfast. We ate at the bar…read more.. There usually is a wait. Make reservations if you can. The menu is over the top delicious, diverse and very gourmet. Service is great. Attention to detail. I ordered the Avocado toast! Thick delicious with very creamy avocado toast. A wonderful yet pricey breakfast. Enjoy and Bon Appetite!

We are visiting Carmel for the weekend and decided to check this place out for dinner (couldn't get…read morea reservation for brunch). It is a cute spot nestled in between buildings and has both patio and inside seating. We brought our pup and took patio seating. It was cold BUT they provided blankets and heaters! We got the fruited sour and I got the Porto Branco. The drinks were great. Sour was great and PB was perfect. We had the sourdough bread and butter to share as well as the farmers salad with avocado. The vinaigrette was fantastic, the bread was soft inside and crispy outside with the perfect bread to butter ratio (we had extra butter left over). My husband got the lobster roll which was good (not the best) but the brioche roll was great and very filled. I got the King Ora salmon which had complex flavor with miso, pepper and the cabbage was fantastic. For dessert we shared the basque cheesecake which was amazing. It was more creamy and went well with the blackberry. Service could be better but was still pretty good and we would come back again to get brunch!

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Sur at The Barnyard

Sur at The Barnyard

4.4(2.1k reviews)
2.1 km
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Austin is the homie. Super knowledgeable and kind. Made dinner much better. Great quality food.read more

I've been to Sur at The Barnyard 3 times. The food is consistently good across the board. The…read morecheese bread with corn sounds a little strange, but somehow it totally works -- unique and delicious. The bacon cheeseburger was really good, the Caesar salad was a solid classic, and the fried chicken dinner was hearty and satisfying with two large pieces of chicken plus sides. The banana cream pie has a spin on it. I love the brûléed bananas. What stood out the most, though, was the service. My family is in the restaurant business, so I tend to have pretty high standards when it comes to hospitality and customer service. Our server, Razi, was truly excellent. He had the perfect balance of friendly and professional, made great recommendations, checked in often, and made sure we had everything we needed. At one point, I was feeling a little lightheaded, and he immediately brought me a cold towel and made sure my water glass stayed full so I could stay hydrated. That level of attentiveness really stood out to me. He was fast, efficient, customer-focused, and brought such positive energy to the restaurant. So many restaurants struggle these days with finding employees who seem trained, experienced, and genuinely engaged -- Razi was the complete opposite. He was outstanding. I even made a point to share positive feedback with the owner before leaving because great employees deserve recognition. I honestly could see Razi managing this restaurant -- or another one -- someday. As a fun side note, we also learned he's a singer/rapper, which somehow perfectly matched his great personality and energy. Really memorable experience overall.

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Sur at The Barnyard
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