Flahertys Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar - Carmel-By-The-Sea (CA)

5 /5 Casey Lauer: Great food, chill atmosphere, and wonderful service. What more could you ask for!? Made an impromptu trip to Flaherty’s after a spectacular round of golf at Pebble Beach. I got the Seafood Louie salad and my wife got the Seafood Cioppino soup, along with a dozen oysters on the half shell for an appetizer. The oysters were amazing, the soup had a ton of seafood in it and was flavorful and well-cooked. My salad was fresh, well-seasoned, and packed with shrimp and crab. I would definitely recommend stopping by Flaherty’s if you’re in the area. You won’t be disappointed! Flaherty’s is a must-visit if you’re in the area! The food is delicious, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the service is top-notch. After a great round of golf at Pebble Beach, I decided to treat myself and my wife to a meal at Flaherty’s. We started with a dozen oysters on the half shell, which were absolutely amazing. The Seafood Cioppino soup was also delicious, packed with seafood and flavorful. My salad was fresh, well-seasoned, and full of shrimp and crab. I highly recommend Flaherty’s if you’re looking for a great place to eat. You won’t be disappointed!

4 /5 Teva Howry: Excellent lobster bisque. Not the freshest of oysters. Our order of soup took forever to arrive--definitely forgotten about as the couple by us ordered soups after us, but received theirs long before we did.

4 /5 Levent Bulusan: During a recent trip to Carmel, we stopped at Flaherty’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar for lunch and had a pleasant and satisfying meal. The restaurant offers a relaxed and casual atmosphere, which was a nice break from the bustling streets. Overall, the combination of good food, friendly service, and fair prices made for a decent experience, though it didnt quite have that special sparkle you often look for in a town like Carmel. We decided to sample a variety of their offerings, starting with the New England Chowder and a Lobster Cup, accompanied by a couple of their featured beers. Both soups were tasty and served as a good start to the meal. We also shared the crab cakes appetizer, which was well-prepared. However, the undisputed star of the show was the Paella. As you can see from the photo, it arrived as a vibrant, colorful pan filled with flavorful saffron rice, peas, peppers, and a generous mix of seafood. The portion was perfect for sharing, and every bite was packed with flavor. It was easily the most memorable part of our lunch and a dish I would recommend. The service throughout our meal was excellent. Our server was friendly, attentive, and struck the right balance of being available without hovering over us. We also noted that the entire restaurant was very clean and well-kept. From a value perspective, the prices were quite fair, especially considering the location in the heart of Carmel. The only area where we felt a little underwhelmed was the location itself. While perfectly fine, it didnt offer any of the unique scenic views or quaint charm that makes so many other Carmel spots feel special. In conclusion, Flaherty’s is a solid choice for a casual seafood lunch. Youll get good food, particularly the paella, friendly service, and you wont leave feeling like youve overpaid. While we werent completely blown away, it was a perfectly enjoyable meal. Its a reliable spot, just perhaps not the first one wed rush back to on our next visit to this beautiful coastal town.

4 /5 johndhchoi: Very nice spot for lunch. Everything we had was good. But probably have had better elsewhere. Fish and chips was tasty but not the best for sure. Certainly not as good as a basic fish and chips shop in england. But still tasty. The lobster bisque was similar. Tasty but not near the best. The favorite dish we had was caesar salad which was surprising. The lettuce was very crisp and fresh and the dressing was very nice.