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    From Scratch Restaurant

    4.3 (2.3k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Natalia B.

    Food was fantastic and service was friendly. Sat outside on a beautiful sunny day. The place was packed so get ready to wait. The wait was really fast tho. Food was delicious and hot. I ordered the corned beef hash and eggs. They give big portions and the corned beef is fresh and cooked to perfection. I enjoy a little crisp on the beef. My partner ordered the huevos rancheros. He devoured the whole dish and enjoyed every flavor. We love to bring our dog with us on our many adventures and this place is very dog friendly. They have a doggie menu and ordered scrambled eggs. Our dog loved them. They give big portions so we were able to take some home. Great place. I'd come back again

    Cup of Brisket Chili
    Alex L.

    Best pancakes I've ever had! We stopped in Carmel during a recent Highway 1 trip and stumbled upon this gem while looking for a brunch spot. My husband and I shared the Triple D Sampler and banana walnut pancakes, along with a latte. Everything was delicious, and there was so much food! The chili was especially flavorful, with tender brisket, and the pancakes were incredible. We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful weather. There was a short wait, but my kids had fun browsing the shop while we waited, and they even found a few reasonably priced activity items for the road. Great food, friendly atmosphere, and definitely a must-visit when in the area!

    8'26 - corned beef hash, incredible flavor
    Nonie B.

    We had an incredible experience at this pet friendly restaurant! Not only that, but our Frenchie whose name is Bubbles got to meet a server also nicknamed Bubbles. Picture attached. We had the corn beef and hash. It had amazing flavor with huge chunks of corn beef. It was absolutely delicious. We also had a bowl of their chili brisket. Fantastic flavor, and lots of chunky brisket. I did have them heat it up prior to being delivery. I like all my liquid meals, extra hot. Just a personal preference. It was still delivered lukewarm. If there was one thing I would say, because this place was incredible from the servers to the food and to the fact that they allow pets. It would be to the young lady that cleaned and straightened tables and her RBF. You're working at an incredible restaurant, with incredible food, in an incredible town. SMILE!! Enjoy your surroundings and all the people around you. Life is short and a smile won't hurt you. AND it will bring smiles to all of the people around you. You're beautiful.

    Cinnamon French Toast
    Jessica L.

    We visited because this restaurant was on Diner's Drive ins and Dives, so we had to get the Triple D plate! The portions are huge and so delicious. There's a variety of sides for each dish too. My favorite was the fried grits ; it might be my favorite breakfast side ever! The bowl of chili on the triple D plate was also massive. We also had the French toast which was a nice balance of sweetness with all the savory foods. There was 45 min wait when we got there on a Sunday afternoon, but we just walked around the plaza and got a coffee while we waited. Theres tons of outdoor seating, and very dog friendly. Would definitely return!

    The classic combo. Home made sausage, potatoes, eggs with sourdough  toast.
    Robin L.

    Excellent food, and great service in a very charming setting. A must visit for locals, and vacationers.

    Cassandra L.

    We stuffed ourselves here but loved every bit of it. My husband ordered biscuits and gravy, with eggs and potatoes and a side of chili! I ordered eggs, potatoes and potatoes and we shared the churros/ cinnamon pancake! We still talk about that pancake- it was just right on the cinnamon and sugar. Service was super friendly and attentive. We did arrive right when they opened, good thing because quickly this place had a wait list! Plan accordingly and enjoy your service and meal!

    Triple D Special & Breakfast Skillet
    Rocio Z.

    Woah! This was seriously one of the best breakfasts I've had in a while! The portions are HUGE, so definitely come hungry! I don't usually love chili, but theirs was SO good and honestly a must-try! The location is pretty tight, which I wasn't the biggest fan of, but the service was quick and the staff were super friendly!

    Corned beef hash
    Julia L.

    Very big portion. Good brunch spot and very popular on a weekend. Tasty but would be nice if the house potatoes were crispier. Corned beef hash had a good amount of corned beef but a bit dry.

    Huevos Rancheros and Eggs Benedict - Veggie
    Jeydi B.

    The place felt really welcoming, and I honestly enjoyed the service, the atmosphere and specially the food. I'd definitely recommend trying the huevos rancheros they were one of my favorites.

    Marlon T.

    Really tasty breakfast spot in Carmel that definitely gets busy, so expect a wait during peak times. The food was worth it though, and everything tasted fresh and homemade like the name suggests. Loved the little store attached to the restaurant too. It was fun to browse after eating. The surrounding shopping area is also really nice to walk around and explore. A highlight for my daughter was the Mickey Mouse pancake! Overall a solid stop if you're visiting Carmel and looking for a good breakfast or brunch spot.

    Breakfast Skillet
    Emily P.

    Wow, what a delicious and fun breakfast spot! We came in on a Thursday around 11:30 am and were able to be immediately seated. It was quite busy outside, but we found a nice spot in the shade. Once we started to order, a lot of the people started to leave and there was only a couple other parties outside. For once I was hungry AND actually able to order while thinking about portion sizes. Normally my eyes are more hungry than my stomach! I had one banana walnut pancake and still couldn't finish it. My partner ordered the breakfast skillet with chorizo, mushrooms, and avocado. Both were exceptionally delicious, and the skillet especially with their homemade bottled pepper sauce. It's available to purchase but they ran out when we were visiting. The pancake had bananas or walnuts in every bite, if not both. The maple syrup was also heated up so it made for a very pleasant experience. I'm normally a savory breakfast gal, but this called to me, and I'm so glad I went with it. And the skillet wasn't that spicy but packed tons of flavor. I could taste some smoke paprika, garlic powder, and a pleasant amount of salt and pepper. We enjoyed our time here, and since the business was slowing down, we were able to chat with our waiter and get some ideas for local spots to try. 10/10, we will be back again! :) Thank you so much!

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    Lianne K.

    On a recent trip to the Bay Area we had a chance to swing by the Monterey Peninsula on the way south and visit with a dear friend. This "young lady" and I have been great pals since 4th grade, and that was quite a while ago. Ahem! She's lived in Carmel since the early 80's and knows so many great places to go. She recommended From Scratch as a good spot to meet for breakfast. On a foggy morning, we parked on the exterior of The Barnyard and took a meandering path to find the restaurant. I had actually dined in that space many, many years ago. I don't even recall what it was called at that time. The From Scratch iteration is wonderful! It's cozy and charming on the inside. I didn't end up taking many pix inside as they were so consistently full of patrons that I didn't want to intrude on people's meals. They also have an outdoor patio area, which is kept warm by heaters, but my friend had scored a table inside near the fireplace, and that turned out to be a perfect place. The menu has all the breakfast favorites, but with their own little creative twists. It was hard to narrow down to a final choice of what to order. Service was excellent throughout, and our server had a just-right sense of humor. The portions are enormous!!! Dear Hubby and I could have easily split one plate and would have gone away completely full. If one is going to order whichever dish you choose, unless you haven't eaten for a week, I would plan that you'll be taking away leftovers. Their homemade sausage patties were superb with a subtle sweet taste that complimented the savory meat. Thick, fluffy French toast was so delicious with real maple syrup to drizzle on top. DH fully enjoyed his biscuits and gravy. I don't know how he ate as much as he did, but I did do most of the driving in the afternoon while he napped off that breakfast! It was so divine to visit with my sweet friend in such a lovely atmosphere while eating delicious food. What a wonderful start to the day! I can see this being a draw for locals and visitors alike.

    Sampler

    Great food and homey ambiance. Shoutout to Sarda for greeting service! She was attentive and friendly, making this a memorable experience.

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    The atmosphere was beautiful, the service was amazing, and the food was excellent! I give it five stars!

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    Ask the Community - From Scratch Restaurant

    Do they serve alcohol?

    Yes! Mimosas + cocktails

    Do you serve, gluten-free pancakes, French toast, or GF waffles?

    The only gluten free option on the menu is corn tortillas from a carb standpoint.

    Are you dog friendly?

    Yes. I saw a couple individuals eating with a very attentive dog at their outside table.

    Hi there. Are you pet friendly?

    Big outside seating area and several dogs were seated there with their families

    Have you added gluten-free pancakes or bread to your menu yet?

    Today we came for takeout and were planning to eat at one of the outdoor tables in the garden as instructed. Sat down at one of the outdoor tables and were told it belonged to SUR. Which of the outdoor tables are for everyone?

    First off I am very sorry that that happened to you. Typically SUR is not open at the same time we are. So that we actually share - they use our tables outside at night sometimes. There is a picnic table on the back grassy area that is common… 

    Do they have vegan gluten free options?

    We have salads, beyond burger and skillets (ask for no eggs or cheese) that can be tailored to your needs! Looking forward to serving you soon.

    Do they take reservations?

    At this time we do not take reservations. We do offer same day call ahead if we have a waitlist.… 

    Do they have gluten free pancakes?

    No I am sorry - at this time we do not serve gluten free pancakes. We do have other gluten free options - like our amazing skillet!

    Open on Mondays?

    Yes! Absolutely - seven days a week 362 days a year.… 

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