Honestly not very impressed. Other than a greens salad that was very small, I ordered the local Petral sole which was cooked pane, with a small side of regular veggies and potatoes. I think I expected something fancier but the fish was indeed fresh. For dessert we had lemon tart, very good and chocolate cake, just ok, It wasn't moist and tasted normal. Ambience is nice, all tables are outside and they have heated lamps. read more

L'Escargot - Chocolate cake just ok - French Near Me - Carmel, California

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4.5 STARS COVID-19 OUTDOOR DINING The Scene: Romantic garden patio with lush greenery, blossoming flowers, and crisp, white linen clothed tables on a quiet, secluded street. The cute senior couple at the next table blowing kisses to each other from across the table. The other cute senior couple in back of us holding hands while feeding each other pommes frites. (Meanwhile: Millennials would be on their phones TikToking or texting each from other across the table...guilty!) FELLAS, if you want to get a little somethin' somethin', L'Escargot seems to be THE place to bring your lady or man! *CUE IN MARVIN GAYE'S LET'S GET IT OOOOON* We overheard couples say they've been coming to L'Escargot for decades. Maybe that's HOW they keep the "fire" lit! After being closed for months during SIP, L'Escargot recently reopened for lunch & dinner patio dining (dog-friendly). Reservations highly recommended via phone. No takeout or delivery available. C O V I D - 19 S A F E T Y P R E C A U T I O N S * All staff wore masks properly. * 10 socially distant tables, even with the chairs pulled out. Umbrellas for shade and heat lamps available. * Located in a very quiet residential street so there was zero foot traffic which made me feel safe. * Single-use menus. * Fully wrapped utensils. * Hand sanitizer available at the entrance. F O O D (I originally bookmarked L'Escargot for their Beef Wellington but due to current beef prices, it's not available.) * Classic Escargot w/ parsley garlic butter ($18.95): https://bit.ly/2DRsTMN Served bubbling hot, the tender escargots were drenched in garlicky and herbaceous butter (needed a touch of salt). The best part was sopping up all that rich buttery deliciousness in the cavities of the plate with the warm, crusty baguette. Oh and the accompanying butter with the bread?! Heavenly....it was so rich, creamy, and perfectly spreadable. * Rack of Lamb w/ herb panko crust, requested medium rare ($42.95): https://bit.ly/2FcnK2M I enjoyed the crispy and soft texture contrasts of the panko crust and tender lamb. I'm not into salty foods but I found the lamb chops to be underseasoned. I thought it was just me but I overheard the table next to us ask for salt and pepper so they seem to go very light on the seasoning here. * Steak Frites: Ribeye w/ wine merchant sauce, fries, requested rare ($42.95) Unfortunately, this arrived nearly well-done so it was sent back. The re-fire was a rare plus, much better. And, I appreciated that the chef served it with freshly cooked frites instead of just giving us the frites from the first fire. The frites were addictive - hot, crispy, and salty. * Granny Smith Tart w/ vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce ($8.95): https://bit.ly/33mJhh0 Perfect sweet ending to our meal. I love the temperature contrasts of the warm, delicately flaky phyllo dough and creamy vanilla ice cream blanketed with the caramel sauce. The apples' tartness cut through the sweetness so it was a well-balanced dessert. Oh and they have a full bar! I had a Hendricks' Tonic and Vesper ($14 each) and they were stiff just the way I like it. S E R V I C E As the only non-Carmel locals there, we were treated with the same professionalism, courtesy, and attentiveness as all the Carmel locals who knew the staff by name. Food service was prompt especially the steak that was refired. Overall, I highly recommend L'Escargot if you're looking for a romantic, charming, and quaint atmosphere for dinner that's COVID safe. Being closed for months, it seems the BOH is still trying to find their groove again though but I'm confident they'll get there soon. read more

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The best restraint for dinner in Carmel! I loved it! We sadly had to sit outside as we didn't have reservations so plan ahead. But the French onion soup and the escargot were outstanding! This was my first time trying escargot so I am happy I choose this place! read more

I dine at L'Escargot every year when I am in Carmel. It has never disappointed me. From the hospitality of Freddie to the scrumptious meals of the chef, it is five stars. This evening I had scallops with a risotto that if customs allowed I would've licked the dish. There were six in our reservation, and everyone raved about their dinners. read more

Best escargot and wellington. Sole, frog leg, and onion soup are all very tasty. It's a great place for dating or family gathering. Must try if you're into French food. read more

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Our dinner at L'Escargot was definitely the highlight of our recent stay in Carmel. We have been coming to Carmel for so many years but for some reason never dined here before. The entire dining experience was exquisite. Service was superb, outdoor dining area was very pleasing and the food was truly incomparable. Sonnets should be written about the food. No joke! We started our journey with Escargots and Home Made Duck and Pork Pate. Both were wonderful. For the main course I had Lamb chops & my husband ordered Beef Wellington. The Lamb was literally melting in my mouth. I have never had lamb that was this delicate. Pure magic. My husband's beef was so good that I think I saw his eyes tearing up. :) A bottle of red kicked everything up a notch. To be honest, I don't even remember if we had dessert. I don't see any photos of it, so either we didn't have it or we were in a trance & I didn't take a picture. Amazing...Can't wait to go back. read more

L'Escargot - Escargots & Pate - French Near Me - Carmel, California

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Food was great, service fabulous. My husband has always wanted to try beef Wellington and he loved it read more

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https://youtu.be/PvLM6K5HZYA I came very late for my reservation. Their seating stops around 7pm. But, they were able to make an exception for me. I ordered the following... Escargot stuffed in mushroom, Escargot in the shell, mussels, scallops, and rack of lamb. For dessert I had a cheesecake and crème brulee. The ambience was very romantic, and that goes as well for the city of Carmel. The servers were great. They were very attentive and helpful. The food was delicious. My favorites were the Escargot stuffed in mushroom and the Rack of Lamb. The scallops were pretty good as well, but just a little salty for my taste buds. The desserts were also amazing. Oh, and there side of bread and butter was worth the carb intake, yum! I would definitely go back for their food, ambience, and service. Watch the Carmel sunset and watch me eat on my YouTube at the link above. read more

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Amazing little French bistro in Carmel by the Sea. Awesome ambiance and cozy seating. Freddy was our host/waiter and and he did an awesome job. We had the lobster risotto which was a special and it was amazing with just a nice hint of lemon. Of course I had to have their signature dish L'Escargot which was every bit as good as the dish I had in burgundy. For dinner we had the coq au vin special and the duck two way which was phenomenal. For desert the Apple tart was sublime. Really love this place also fantastic wine menu with a nice selection of French wines. read more

Excellent food, service and ambiance. We ordered escargot, onion soup, beef Wellington, chicken, pork medallions, and duck. Beef Wellington was superb, as was the pork. The duck and chicken dish were tasty, but came in second to the beef and pork. We had a plethora of desserts as well. We took our servers advice and ordered cheesecake, which was pretty good. I wish they had a chocolate molten lava cake as opposed to the warm brownie. The crème brûlée was a bit underwhelming (three lil scoops of crème on a plate); was expecting a bowl of goodness. Overall, desserts were good and we polished them all off. Would definitely come back when we're in the mood for a "fancy" French dinner. read more

We went to L'Escargot for a date night dinner on a Friday. L'Escargot has a super cute patio with heaters for outdoor seating, and the overall ambience and service was incredible and great for a romantic date night! Most the dishes we got were really amazing! Would really recommend goat cheese tart, onion soup, scallops & risotto, and apple tart for dessert. Appetizer: goat cheese tart & escargots & onion soup -cheese tart (5/5) Incredibly crusty tart was baked to perfection, and the goat cheese was incredibly melty. The caramelized onion was also delicious with a hint of sweetness that hits the spot. -escargots (3.5/5) Escargots are a bit bland in my opinion and it's probably one of the few dishes that wasn't so impressive. Good to try it if you haven't tried it before but not the best I've had. -onion soup (5/5) Incredible onion soup with gooey and caramelized cheese on top. Seasoning in the onion soup wasn't super strong so the cheese really complements the flavor well. Entree: duckling two way & scallops and risotto -scallops and risotto (5/5) Flavors are off the roof!! The scallops are super tender and seared to absolute perfection, with the balsamic vinegar as a nice flavor addition. Risotto was creamy and really complements well with the slight crunch on the outside of the scallops. Absolutely amazing & must have!!!! -ducking two way (4/5) Overall is okay - confit duck leg tastes better than the roasted duck breast. Duck breast is a bit dry but the sauce helps, but the duck leg is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside and tastes amazing Dessert: apple tart with caramel sauce and ice cream Absolutely 5/5! L'Escargot really knows how to make tarts. Again crusty on the outside, and caramel sauce + Granny Smith apple has a hint of sourness but the sweetness is surprising not overly strong. Ice cream again pairs well with the tart. Definitely must get! read more

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I grew up spending my summers in France and I could say this place was legit. Started with escargot, moved to frog legs, duck was the main course, and finished with creme Brule and apple tart for desert. Nothing dissapointed in flavor. The sauces were flavorful. Meats were so tender, melt in your mouth. I do wish the wine menu was bigger though and had more by the glass French options. The service was amazing. The waiter couldn't be more accommodating or nicer. It was top tier. I will give a warning, it's very very pricey and small portions. So don't be upset about paying a high price for a little bit of food. Yes it is overpriced and the portions aren't large. I really do wish we got more frog legs. I mean it's Carmel and the place is nice so I get it. But the food is absolutely worth it, it was all so good read more

extremely expensive. appetizer $33.00. fish dinner $110.00. Days net for two over $300.00.

I really shouldn't write a review because this place is for locals where waiters know their patron's names. My wife had Beef Wellington and I had the Duck. Both were prepared well and cooked to perfection. We started with the frog legs. It had a garlic, lemon, butter reduction sauce. It was amazing. Of course the vegetables and potatoes were outstanding. They also have a very good wine list. read more

L'Escargot - Beef Wellington - French Near Me - Carmel, California

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Service was exceptional! We went on a busy Saturday night. We made reservations on the same day (unsuccessful at a few other places first). Nice area for outdoor seating. We ordered a couple dishes we don't normally have such as frog legs and l'escargot. Food was good. My favorite was their French onion soup. They neither had the beef wellington nor the crab cakes that night. And we didn't get to check out the interior of the restaurant. Overall, worth going at least once especially for a special occasion. read more

L'Escargot - Frog legs - French Near Me - Carmel, California

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L'Escargot was the highlight of our Carmel weekend! It was our first fine dining experience during Covid and everything was perfect. We had a reservation for 7pm but were starving by 5pm and the restaurant accommodated us at 5:15pm. For Covid, there is only outdoor dining available. They have heat lamps and tables set up outside in front of the restaurant. There is plenty of room and the area fits about 8 tables. The ambiance is nice as the sun sets and heat lamps are very thoughtful as it gets a little chilly in the evening in Carmel. We ordered escargot and frog legs for appetizers. Both were very good and we even contemplated ordering a second platter of escargot. I personally liked the escargot better but my boyfriend loved both dishes. I ordered a glass of Sauvignon Blanc and it was a very generous pour. Even the bread that this restaurant serves is amazing. It's served straight out of the oven and is both soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. For mains we ordered the diver scallops with asparagus risotto and the duckling. Both were amazing. The duck had a bit of crisp to the outside and was very flavorful. The duck breast could have been a little more tender, but that is my only complaint from the whole meal. The scallops were cooked perfectly and were very large. I'm not usually a fan of risotto but it was surprisingly good. Light flavor and complemented the scallops well. For dessert we ordered the brownie with vanilla ice cream- you can't go wrong with that. The brownie was a lava brownie which made it even better. Literally my mouth is watering while writing this review thinking back on the food! We will be back next time we are in Carmel, and perhaps every time we are in Carmel. read more

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It's a cozy little spot with a comfortable feel and nice lighting. Freddy was our server and was excellent. His recommendations were spot on. I never order scallops, mostly because I'm from Maine, and no one seems to know how to cook them. This chef does! I got four large perfectly browned scallops, each one delicious. My wife had Duck and it was delicious also. Martini's were made as requested. The whole experience was delightful. We will return if only for those scallops. Oh, and the cheesecake was the creamiest I've had since New York. read more

Came here early on a sunday night. My girlfriend and i were the first ones to be seated that night but the host/waiter was incredible, didnt rush us at all and let us enjoy slowly. The appetizers were our favorite part of the meal, enjoying the escargot with mushroom caps and the french onion soup, both incredibly tasty. Mains were beef wellington and lobster risotto. Both cooked well but didnt compare to the appetizers. Such a cute vibe and wonderful service. read more

First I would like to say I made reservations online and accidentally marked down the wrong date . So when we arrived, we didn't have reservations, and were a week early. I had explained we were from San Diego and asked if it was still possible for us to dine there tonight. The staff was amazing and extremely accommodating. They said of course! And made our experience so special. It was truly one of the best meals we've ever had! Worth every penny and we were even more grateful how well everyone treated us. We cannot wait to come back . read more

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We tried getting a table at Grasing's like a couple of boobs thinking it wouldn't be so crowded at 6pm on a weekday. Wrooong. We wandered around Googling other restaurants nearby and came across L'Escargot. Located on a residential street, as many shops in Carmel are, L'Escargot is a small, charming little place with bushes of lavender and rosemary decorating the front. Of course, we didn't have a reservation but Sean, the host and server for the night, was very accommodating and seated us in a corner table. We ordered: - Frog Legs Provence Style ($15.95): garlic herb sauce with lemon, comes with extra lemon which was unnecessary; the sauce was a little sour for my taste. The legs were tender and tasty. - French onion soup ($11.95 per): came with loads of cheese on top and boiling hot, beware. The soup was slightly salty for me though the cheese and baguette toned it down a little. Small looking bowl, big hearty portion. - Beef Wellington ($51.95): beautifully made into an individual pocket and only comes in medium rare. It was my first time trying Wellington and I was pretty surprised with how flavorful it was. The mushroom duxelle really came through without overpowering the beef. - Duckling 2 ways ($34.95): the confit leg and thigh wasn't dry at all, with the meat falling off the bone. The duck breast was my favorite with crisped skin on top of juicy meat. I think medium is the rarest I can go for duck. The dish came with roasted potatoes, steamed veggies, and demi glace. We also had a bottle of the 2015 Domaine Drouhin from Dundee Hills, Wilamette Valley, Oregon, which was absolutely delicious. Sean was very nice and informative throughout the night, although given he was basically the only server for the entire restaurant, it did take a while for him to come back for things. He did a wonderful job! The portions are definitely worth the prices because we walked away stuffed. I'd highly recommend. read more

To start off this review, I'd point out how wonderful their service is. Victor was absolutely delightful, and was very attentive and full of fun facts about the history of the restaurant. The staff was all friendly, so I would guess that they are likely treated well here. We tried the escargot, (naturally a must here), and the king scallop special. The escargot was absolutely delicious; classically prepared and beautifully presented. The king scallops were well balanced between the perfectly cooked risotto, asparagus, and herbs. The pepitas were a surprise, but a very welcome addition to the dish. Of course, the scallions themselves were immaculately seared. Their patio space is gorgeous, so I would recommend dining outside, (there are heaters available) though their indoor space is well decorated and cozy, if you prefer to dine inside. Kudos to whoever chooses and maintains the many different plants! Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience, and will be making a return visit. read more

L'Escargot - King scallop special - French Near Me - Carmel, California

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Carmel is stacked with French, Italian, and Mediterranean restaurants. L'Escargot is one of the older, classic ones slightly isolated from busy Ocean Ave. We came here for dinner to sample their specialty of course, escargots! The escargots were offered two ways: classic in-the-shell or stuffed inside mushroom caps. They no longer offer the puff pastry version unfortunately. The snails were a slight letdown - very mild in flavor and you may need to sprinkle a bit of salt to enhance the flavor (3 stars). The rest of our dinner was awesome. My wife's Dover Sole was a simple preparation - a light egg-washed crust, nice tartness from the lemon-butter sauce, and some extra crunch from the sunflower seeds (4 stars). My Beef Wellington was excellent - cooked exactly as described in Wikipedia. 6-oz filet mignon cooked medium rare, then stuffed inside a flaky pastry shell with mushroom duxelle and foie gras blended in. I believe this is a very hard dish to make and they nailed it here. I cut the Wellington in half immediately to stop the cooking to preserve that medium rare beef! Juicy, perfectly seasoned, and tender. (5 stars). We ended the meal with a perfect dessert. Their flourless dark chocolate cake had truffle and Grand Marnier baked into it so you get several nice flavors melded together. Unlike yesterday's dinner at Portabella, the raspberries used in the garnish were fresher (5 stars). Highly recommend getting the Beef Wellington here. Its origin may not exactly be French but its executed perfectly! read more

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It's a block from where I live and my neighbors have always raved about it. Went last for the first time after being invited to enjoy an NYE dinner with them. If I could give a 10 Star rating, I would. This small neighborhood French restaurant is over the top good. I WILL be back. And soon! read more

An intimate dining experience with very knowledgeable wait staff and great food! I very much felt like we were dining amongst locals as the 3 tables near us had been patrons of L'Escargot since the 70s/80s. This was where my grandparents ate on their honeymoon, and getting to eat here with them 60+ years later was such a special experience. read more

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This places is a ! From the time I walked in to the time I was ready to go, the service was superb. The ambiance is welcoming, warm, and cozy. The waiter had the perfect amount of attentiveness. He knew the menu and described the specials with clarity and fidelity. He was not imposing and patronizing. He was a Goldilocks! The food was delicious, unassuming, and bursts with complimenting flavors. As an appetizer, I had their caramelized onions and goat cheese tart with mixed greens with balsamic glaze. And it was the right amount of cheese and onions. Simple flavors but leaves a mark in your tastes buds. My main course was Pan seared scallops over creamy risotto. Each bite is a perfect combination of variety of textures. One can simultaneously, taste the pan fried capers ever so subtle, a hint of lemon coupled with some lightly toasted pumpkin seeds, and perfectly cooked scallop, gives you a that ensemble of texture and flavor! Lastly, the Lemon custard. What can I say I am a sweet tooth! I will definitely come back in this quaint little place on 4th and Mission called La 'Escargot. read more

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A true gem. Food service and ambience were all on point. We had the escargot, frog legs, lamb and scallops. Delicious!

Another great meal at L'Escargot even through intermittant power outages! My wife and I shared a very pleasant anniversary dinner a few days ago and everything we ordered was first rate. I would particularly like to highlight the bouillabaisse. In most restaurants you get a scoop or two out of a big pot which generally means some of the more delicate fish is over done but Chef Kerry makes each serving individually which means he can prepare each ingredient at their individual optimal cooking times: the swordfish, ling cod, seabass, prawns, mussels and clams are all perfectly cooked in the luscious tomato garlic saffron broth. Exquisite! Robert Mountain Carmel California read more

First rate traditional French cuisine in a nice setting. Excellent service. We'll be back!

Phenomenal place! Very accommodating, we were running late because of traffic on the 1 highway. They took us in and sat us the moment we arrived. Had both of their escargot dishes , frog legs, and both their soups. For the main dishes we had scallops over risotto, scallops were cooked perfectly and they way they paired with the risotto was amazing. Rack of lamb was my personal favorite. Had to get a Beef Wellington , filet inside . For desert we had lemon tart, apple tart, and peach cobbler ! Highly recommend this place! read more

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We had high hope for this place based on the reviews and photos we saw on Yelp, but our dining experience there didn't quite match the expectation s. This restaurant does have a lovely garden-like entrance, the interior decor and ambience were good too, but when it comes to the most important component of a restaurant, the food, this place wasn't on par. We ordered quite a few of their signature dishes and they were all disappointing. - Frog legs: very blend, no flavor whatsoever, I had to keep adding salt and pepper in it. - Same for the classic escargot: the chef must've forgotten to add salt?? - Duck prepared two ways: confit leg and thigh were delicious, but the pan roasted breast portion wasn't done well. We weren't asked how the breast should be prepared and it came as medium rare, you could see blood in them. We didn't want to cause any inconvenience, now that I think about it we should've sent it back! - Most outrages was this "special dish" Beef Wellington we were nightly encouraged by our server to order. It wasn't on the menu so we just assumed the price was more or less like other main entrees on the menu, what a mistake! We should've asked the server (and IMO he should've disclosed pricing info when he made the recommendation), then we would've been prepared to shell out $59 for this light-portioned dish. It tasted good though, so I do give credit to the chef about that. We won't be going back. read more

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A friend recommended for a nice night out while visiting this lovely town. After looking over the Yelp site and the menu, we really looked forward to it. I'm a sucker for sweetbreads and escargot and they did not disappoint! The specials included Scallops with risotto (me) and Beef Wellington (my wife). OMG! Both were amazing, but the Scallops were probably one of the top two meals I've ever had (and I can't name the first)! Freddy perfectly paired my order with a lovely Bordeaux. We finished the evening with a cheesecake that took me back to my childhood and a crème brûlée that knocked us both into next week. Highly recommend and make reservations. read more

This is a charming restaurant and the ambiance inside is intimate and cozy. My wife and I ordered two appetizers and shared the duck entree, cooked two ways. The pâté was underwhelming, coarse and without any flavor. The roasted duck breast was okay and the confit was on the dry side. The veal sweetbread with mushrooms was just out of the world and made the visit worthwhile. The apple tart was also quite good. Other diners seemed to enjoy their dinners and we concluded that we can do better next time by ordering some other entrees. read more

Really good food, really good service. The only downside is it was hard to find street parking. It was a holiday weekend though so parking may not always be tough. We had a great time. read more

I had been wanting to dine at L'Escargot for years. And since my wife and I were celebrating our 10 year wedding anniversary last Saturday, L'Escargot seemed like the perfect place. L'Escargot is a tiny place tucked away in a residential neighborhood away from the main drag9Ocean Ave.) of Carmel-by-the Sea. I think that is always why it intrigued me. Like all restaurants, they have moved their operation outdoors due to COVID. We had a 7:30 reservation, but arrived a bit early after a stroll though town. We couldn't be seated right away because the 7 p.m. people needed to be seated which was fine with us. We were eventually seated by Sean who was also our server. He went over the menu with us and let us know about the various additions to the menu that evening. One of which was diver scallops served with a lemon risotto. Sean took our drink order while we contemplated what we were going to have for dinner. The Mrs. and I decided to start things off by sharing Escargot. After all, you can't dine at L'Escargot without having Escargot, bon? I suggest having them the traditional way in the shell served with parsley garlic butter. We also shared the French Onion Gratinee(soup). I've had a lot of French Onion soup in my time and L'Escargot's was THE BEST. For our main dish, the Mrs. and I both ordered the diver scallops with lemon risotto. To me, scallops and risotto go together like peas and carrots. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the risotto was creamy and lemony, but the lemon wasn't over powering. Since L'Escargot is in a residential neighborhood, parking can be an issue. We were fortunate to find a spot literally right in front of the restaurant. Also, as with most of the sidewalks in Carmel-by-the-Sea, they are uneven. So ladies, gentlemen, and seniors, be careful when you are walking. L'Escargot is dog friendly. Several of man's best friends were dining with their owners. I'm all for dog friendly spaces, but the patio are at L'Escargot is so small the dogs are almost a hazard. Making a reservation was pretty easy. I booked over a month in advance because I knew a table at L'Escargot would be at a premium. You can only book a reservation over the phone. If you do decide to book a reservation and dine at L'Escargot, all I ask is please, show up for your reservation. If you can't make it, let the restaurant know ahead of time. Under the current circumstances we are in with COVID, every penny counts and if you blow off your reservation, not only is it tacky, but the restaurant and staff are losing money on a table that YOU booked. read more

Waste of money, food mediocre, ambiance and conditions in the restaurant poor. The place was empty and we had to ask for water. Table cloth stained . Much better than restaurants in Carmel. Can't recommend this restaurant. read more

I think this is a very average experience. Tired dining facility, including the very tradition approach to their food. Nothing inspiring. Felt like I walked in a restaurant in 1960. It's just blah, meh. The 3 stars should be an ok for most restaurants. Higher ratings reflect efforts to exceed. 3 of us got to the restaurant around 7:45. It was dead quiet. Kind of surprising actually. Menus presented -- including wine list. We ordered a bottle and then picked from the menu. One lamb main and starter, two local sand dabs. Look, everything was fine -/ the dabs were boned and fresh but paper thin and breaded so they were very dry. Lamb reported to be ok a little heavy with the dressing. Service was very good even though they sent a couple of servers home. Like I said-- very quiet. Nothing more to add. There are way better choices in Carmel. read more

A nice neighborhood spot in Carmel! The food was good, and the escargot didn't miss a beat. The only thing that I gave 1 less star for was the fact that they gave a free glass of wine because we stayed at a nice hotel nearby...but then never asked if we wanted more? We didn't really get approached after the food was well finished. In end, it would have been nice if it wasn't assumed that we only wanted a complimentary glass of wine. The waiter never really came back around to check, and I couldn't seem waive anyone down. read more

Beautiful courtyard setting, very relaxing and romantic. Excellent service and recommendations. Delicious food and wine. Very charming and great for special occasions. Came here for my girlfriend's birthday, we loved it. read more

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Cute spot perfect for date night, even though we did fine with the kids (10&12). Duck, scallops and steak were absolutely fantastic and we're picky. Feels like Paris in Carmel. Wine by the glass left something to be desired but the food was so good I'm giving 5 stars anyway! read more

What a beautiful place this is . Had dinner here about a week ago, just out having an adventurous weekend and got hungry but wanted a little bit more fancy dining. I called ahead of time to make sure I needed reservations and the gentleman who answered was very pleasant and he answered all my questions, and was able to make reservations. Their seating was outdoors a very intimate ambience, with propane heaters, food was delicious: ordered frog legs & escargot as appetizers, my significant ordered their special scallops and I got the king salmon dish. Everything was excellent - very fine dinning. read more

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