Stopped in on a whim while passing through Carmel and so glad we did. The ambience is fantastic, dimly 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. read more

Lunch after a beach walk was just what we were looking for. Walk in and find a seat. Music and ambiance 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. read more

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Came here because my friends love the fish and chips - which were good, but not my go to. We started with the fried calamari and truffle fries. Calamari was very lightly breaded and maybe it was timing but not as crisp of breading as I prefer. That said, it tasted good- I just prefer more crunch. The truffle fries were GREAT. Extra crispy, perfectly salted and seasoned w truffle. I shared the nicoise salad and roast beef sliders - the salad was good, the meat of the sliders was good and the crispy onions were a nice touch. The actual sliders were a tad dry. I think an au jus would've paired perfectly with this and resolved any dryness problem. My boyfriend got the Brophy's burger - extremely cheesy and loved the mushrooms. I'm not often in Carmel, but if I am and need a solid, casual bite, I will definitely be back!! read more

A welcoming vibe and good service. It's away from the buzz of the main Street, which makes parking less challenging. The menu has typical pub fare and is a bit limited, but works. We got the buffalo chicken sandwich with fries and the filter mignon sliders. Food was flavorful, if somewhat typical. The fries were noteworthy. Our server was friendly and well informed, and made our experience more enjoyable. They have a large collection of beers, so you may want to stop by to check those out! read more

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We came in around 3, after sightseeing. We were greeted by a friendly waitress and promptly seated. We weren't super hungry, so we ordered some drinks. I got a 32 ounce IPA and my wife got The Rapinoe. The 32 ounce IPA comes in a massive chalice, and it was fun to drink out of. The Rapinoe came in a stylish glass. We both enjoyed our drinks, and decided to order some finger food. We were torn between fries and the giant pretzel, and ended up choosing the pretzel. It came with two generous portions of cream cheese and mustard. The pretzel was perfectly hot, soft, and well-salted. Honestly, it was one of the best pretzels we've had. It fit the vibe of the restaurant. Aesthetics wise, it was like a low key pub that has good beer and good food. It was a great time and we would come again for either food or drinks. read more

Brophy's Tavern - Sports Bars Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Food I love French dips, so I like to try them at places I've never been. The cut of the meat and the freshness of the bread really made the sandwich. The fries were seasoned well and had good texture, too! The sandwich came served with a side of horseradish. My husband was pleased with his burger, but mostly commented on the fries. They were definitely noteworthy. Service Our server was nice, but she felt swamped. Sometimes it took a while for her to get back to us. Ambiance It's a tavern - loud, dark, local photos and beer can decor, and mostly high top seating. A perk about this restaurant is that it's outside of the downtown area, so it's a bit less competitive for parking. read more

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Walked to Brophy's for a quick dinner and it turned out to be one of the best meals we had in Carmel. Excellent service, cozy bar atmosphere, and outstanding food. We ordered the sliders, pretzel, calamari, and fish and chips. Everything was really good - calamari was tender, pretzel was salty and had the perfect dips, and the sliders were juicy. The star was for sure the fish and chips. They don't look like much (just your average fish and chips) but the fish was so flaky and hot and tasted super fresh. Almost melted in your mouth. The chips were crazy... I don't like steak cut fries but these were also super fresh and crunchy and soft inside. Sooooo delicious you can't go to Carmel without trying Brophy's! read more

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Something about this place gave me an ick. My friend and I dined in on one of the warmer Carmel days and the interior of this place was hotter than outside. It was hot and stuffy and we were sat at a larger table shared with a family that clearly did not want to share. My friend and I shared the truffle fries and the filet mignon sliders. The truffle fries were hardly truffle, I could barely taste/smell it. The sliders were something else.. The meat had that flavor of meat that is almost as if it is boiled in its own juices. It was not seasoned at all and had one bland chewy taste and consistency. It grossed me out so bad. It was pretty busy so our server left us unchecked for a while. While sitting there I noticed there were many drunk people just walking around the place and going into the pool room. Mind you it was around 2pm. read more

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I didn't think it was possible for a grilled cheese sandwich to exceed my expectations, but here we are. I'd spent the morning hiking around Pfeiffer Beach and arrived in Carmel in the early afternoon. I was looking for basic sustenance. On the menu it didn't appear fancy-- a basic grilled cheese sandwich with tomato bisque. The combination was delivered to my table hot and fresh. I waited for a few minutes so as to avoid burning my tongue. I observed the bread was crispy, and the cheese combination was nicely melted. The bisque had a nice aroma. The first bite of sandwich was perfection, and following it up with a spoonful of bisque was pure rapture. I was impressed by a humble grilled cheese sandwich because it was made to perfection. read more

Brophy's Tavern - Grilled cheese sandwich with Tomato Bisque - Sports Bars Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

We stayed at The Hotel Carmel, which is attached to Brophy's. We had lunch at the restaurant. If you go, you couldn't do better than to order the fish and chips. Hot, melt-in-your-mouth yumminess. The servers are helpful-ask them where to go in the city. They also supply a nice spread for the hotel's complimentary breakfast. There are four booths, bar stools, and high tops. I'm only happy in a booth and I feel most folks agree with me. read more

Food was good. Perfect if you're in the area to have a chill, casual place to dine at. Service wasn't bad either. read more

All the food was delicious! Service was great! All the wait staff were very friendly and polite. Such a cute place! Very chill and cozy. Definitely will be back! read more

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Great cool "Cheers"atmosphere. Tasty food and service was on point. We started with the calamari appetizer which was delicious. I had the steak taco salad which was just the right lunch size. Wifey had the prime rib French dip. Everything tasted great. A little pricey for the portion size but it is Carmel. Would definitely recommend for lunch or drinks. read more

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Ordered: - Brophy burger (5/5): A classic burger with pickles on the top. The patty was cooked to a medium and was delicious alongside the crispy fries. No complaints. - Grilled cheese with tomato bisque (5/5): We loved the tomato bisque as it was creamy but not too heavy and the perfect level of acidity. Grilled cheese could've done with a little more cheese but it wasn't too greasy. The combination here worked really well and had a great portion size. Overall (5/5): This place is great for classic, well made dishes and large portions for a good price. We went on a Saturday afternoon during football season and loved the genuine pub energy with the bustling noise, delicious food, and liveliness. Seats were a little cramped and service was a bit slow because there were only two servers but they were very friendly and we loved the experience overall. Given this was an Irish pub in Carmel, my gf and I were the only POC but not once did we feel uncomfortable. In fact we loved that it felt like we had a private space and weren't rushed off our table even though there was a wait for the place. read more

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Went on my first solo trip to Carmel and stopped by this place because I wanted some fish and chips. Some of the previous reviews were a little mixed but I wanted to try it out for myself. The service was so friendly and kind, as soon as I walked in the waitress told me I could sit wherever I liked and she immediately got my drink order. I had a modification request and she made sure to do that for me. The drink was a very strong 10/10. I made another special request for my food. I asked that it be prepared EXTRA crispy and that was also taken into account. The fries were crisp and salty and cooked perfectly, the fish definitely had a fishy smell but flavor wise tasted relatively fresh. It was crisped to perfection. The sauce and slaw were delicious. I really enjoyed this place and overall would return. read more

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We rented a cottage one block from this super cute neighborhood tavern. Showed up on a busy Saturday night but managed to get a great table in 2 minutes. Devin was a fantastic server! And dinner was beyond great! We ordered wings, sliders and tomato bisque soup. It was all so good! Wish we had something like this near our home. We'd be there weekly! read more

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We stopped by for some burgers for dinner. This place was a 3.5. Service was very friendly and attentive. The burgers were a little dry and the fries were over salted, although fried really well. Burgers with fries were about $22-25. We tried the brophys and classic cheese burger. People were there to watch a football game. There a bar and lots of tvs. Easy dinner spot in Carmel by the sea. You can walk around the shops after. Street parking was free the Sunday night we were there. read more

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Food: Food menu is ok, basically American food but they can do much better. They don't have much healthier choice but overall satisfactory. Definitely will feed your hunger Service: Great service,but little slow for such a small place they can do better. However the bar ladies is amazing and friendly. Ambiance: Good, does get little crowded but they have this large share table which basically take a lots of space they should replace that with circular tables which will make the place little bigger and make dinning more intimate rather than sharing the table with strangers. Price per Person: $$ 10-20 read more

Service - GREAT Cleanliness - 10/10 Food - filet mignon sliders 9/10 wanted more saucy sauce and the chicken slider 10/10, fries were goood but fried so 9/10 Drinks - the gin shark drink was my favorite 10/10, jalapeño 7/10 and we record the 'Say Hey kid' 8.5/10 refreshing Over all will be coming again. Solid place read more

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Delicious food. Great service, very fast and just overall good casual vibes for a simpler meal in Carmel read more

Brophy's Tavern - Grilled cheese and tomato bisque - Sports Bars Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

After a 5hr drive up the 101, we arrived to Carmel and stopped in for a meal. We were immediately greeted and invited in, casual seating on a Sunday afternoon. Seats were available, and the place had all the afternoon NFL games on. The environment is a sports fans dream! TVs everywhere and a full bar. Wifey ordered the Short Rib Fries and The Crosby. I had the Fish n Chips and a Pilsner. The Fish N Chips are amazing!! I've had the dish in so many other restaurants, but none like this. So fresh and flaky and hearty. My only gripe is just three pieces in the order. We were there until the end of the afternoon gamed then made our way. But highly recommend for the service, the vibe, and the Fish n Chips!! read more

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Brophy's Tavern is a great dinner spot in Carmel. My boyfriend and I stopped by around 7pm and were seated immediately. It was busy inside but the service was still fast. We got the Fish & Chips and Braised Short Rib Fries. Everything was delicious. The fish was fresh and flaky, and the short ribs were so tender. The portions were larger than we were expecting and we took home a good amount of leftovers even though we were hungry when we arrived. It's a little pricey, but I don't think it's bad at all relative to other restaurants in Carmel. We didn't try any of their drinks this time but we'll definitely try some next time! read more

This tavern is cozy. Unfortunately it is really hard to find. We were looking for a restaurant sign and there were not a big sign, we kept drove past it and still could not find the restaurant until we pulled over and asked someone. It is in the same parking lot as the hotel parking. Once we get inside, it was all good. The service was great. We ordered a Filet Mignon Slider, Reuben Calzone, Brophy's Cobb Salad and a Brophy's Burger. The food was fresh and tasty!! We also had our little fur baby with us and they were totally dog friendly! Definitely will come back. read more

Super cute tavern located in Carmel. Service was great and accommodating to our needs. The food itself was so good. I ordered the mushroom burger and I was in heaven! I'm so glad I ordered the burger because it came with a lot of fries and I had plenty left over. A great find in Carmel if you're looking for something more casual and laid back to dine at. read more

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Brophy's Burger was incredible cooked to a perfect medium and packed with flavor. I especially loved the toasted bun, which added a great texture and taste. The burger was loaded with cheese, bacon, and mushrooms can't go wrong with these additions, all generously portioned and delicious. The only thing that could elevate it even more would be a signature sauce to add a touch of extra juiciness, but honestly, it's fantastic as is. Solid 9.5/10. The Cobb salad was also exceptional. If you're looking for something lighter but still satisfying, this is it. It was super fresh with a great variety of toppings the blue cheese and avocado were definite standouts for me. 9.7/10. Service was fast and friendly, and the overall vibe was chill and welcoming. I loved the decor, especially the wall of vintage beer cans and the sports playing in the background. Great spot all around definitely worth checking out! read more

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Mmmmm, the food here was so good I'm still thinking about it a day later. Parking - can fill up quick on a weekend. We spent 10 mins circling around to look for a spot. Service - pretty attentive, greeted instantly. Kept checking up on us. Food - 10/10. My bf got the fish and chips (YUM!!!). Fish was juicy, seasoned, melt in your mouth good. I've had battered fish that was either too thick, not crispy enough, or the batter would separate from the fish. This fish and chips was not that at all. I didn't even need vinegar (but there's some at the table if you want some), but this is the best fish and chips I've had. Came with thick cut steak fries, tartar sauce and coleslaw. I got the prime rib french dip sandwich. It was perfect. I got asked if I wanted any grilled onions or mushrooms, and cheese on it. I agreed on grilled onions and provolone, made the sandwich super good. They didn't mention there was an extra charge for it but I will let it pass since it was good. The fries were also really delicious and I loved the fact that it came with little pickles. read more

Brophy's Tavern - Fish and chips, and prime rib french dip sandwich - Sports Bars Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Our server is a classic great service. Great suggestions. I mean... The food was delicious! I got the fish n chips as recommended and I was impressed. Their coleslaw is so fresh and yummy. The windows bring in the good light and overall it has a good feel to the place. Thanks for a great experience! read more

Brophy's Tavern - Fish N Chips - Sports Bars Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Food was great, mouth watering good.. The pictures do not do this food justice.. Service was great, super friendly staff, making you feel special. read more

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Delicious food and great atmosphere. I was looking for a spot for a good burger and no line and we came across Brophy's Tavern. Sunday football was in full swing at the tavern, but we were able to find a seat in the back with two tv screens. We had the calamari delicious but a tad bready. We shared the classic bacon burger with truffle fries, and I'm so glad we shared, enough for two. The burger was delicious, juicy and tender, as well as the truffle fries were mouthwatering. Our server was hospitable and kind. read more

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Sit down at an empty seat with nobody else waiting and they kick us out saying 30 minute wait. Stood outside for another 10 minutes and nobody sat in that table. Ignorant and rude, loss of money and tip money for server. read more

I came back here to pay a visit for the short rib fries during a visit to Monterey Bay Area. The staff is very friendly. A great place to the food is good and not extremely pricey. Their drinks are really good as well. It's a great place to grab a drink, catch a sports game that is on, or grab dinner. I still highly recommend Brophy's Tavern. read more

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I got the French dip to go, the meat was amazing, plentiful and super tender. Fries were also really good. The bar staff was friendly when I came in to pick up. read more

Food was amazing- crunchy and flavorful! Rachel the server was great! Super sweet and very attentive! read more

Brophy's Tavern - Fish & chips - Sports Bars Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Brophy's Tavern is a pub of remarkably excellent quality. The space is airy, the colours of the interior paint are pleasing, and the decor is uniformly good: I much enjoyed seeing the gorgeous 48 stars and stripes stitched flag flying in the game room, and the old red ensign hanging next to the door, an American rugby league team tour of Australia in the 1950s (?!), tasteful bookshelves, etc. It is quite the achievement for the decor to never show the sad dilapidation that many pubs decline into. The sofas were lovely, the chairs were seriously comfortable, and the jukebox was in good working order. The beer menu is excellent, with many Belgian imports being offered at reasonable prices. The fish and chips were excellent: the fish was a juicy cut of halibut, the breading was light and crisp, the coleslaw sauced generously, and the slice of lemon was huge. Very enjoyable. read more

Brophy's Tavern - Fish and chips - Sports Bars Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Brophy's Tavern located in Carmel By The Sea is a fun little bar with games, great food and beer. This has been my go to spot for a while and between the amazing atmosphere and service it's a total win. 10/10 must try. read more

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After driving up from the LA area on a Sunday early afternoon after 5 hours the hubby found Brophys on Yelp for us to eat at. It's located in a cute area of Carmel surrounded by cottage like businesses. We thankfully found parking right in front! It's definitely a sports like vibe and the hubby loved it of course! We were greeted right away and allowed to pick our own table and we sat near the entrance. Our server was super friendly and helpful with our orders. The hubby ordered the fish and chips and a Pilsner and I ordered the braised short rib fries and the Crosby cocktail. The fries were really crispy and my drink was strong but that's all I really enjoyed. I really wanted to like my food and drink but it felt short in flavor to me. I didn't add any salt to it but maybe if I did it would have kicked it up a notch( especially since the short rib fries have such good reviews). The hubby loved his fish and chips so I'm glad he enjoyed it! We really did enjoy the ambience of the restaurant and I'd love to come back and try something else when I'm back in the area. read more

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Nice little British pub with unique photos hanging across the walls. My grilled cheese was top tier albeit a bit pricey but that's Carmel across the board! The wife and I enjoyed playing some shuffleboard in the backroom they had. Overall, food is solid, small tap choice but would definitely come back if I'm ever back in town. Really good spot for quick service and very laid back vibes. read more

I loved visiting this little place! Service was seriously outstanding! Food was also delicious. Grilled cheese and tomato bisque was 10/10!

Yes, reasonably priced & good food, good service and pleasant atmosphere. Keep it going.

UPDate 1/18. I finally got a call from the tavern manager who was super nice and invited us back. She provided an update for me on what happened after my review and I really appreciated their follow up with me and their staff. *** Although the manager said someone would be in touch with me, no one ever followed up. Disappointing as I thought at first how great that they would follow up and they didn't!. read more

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