Stationæry - Carmel-By-The-Sea (CA)

4 /5 Peter Farejowicz: Stationæry is a gem in Carmel! The atmosphere is cute and cozy, making it the perfect spot to tuck into. The staff were incredibly friendly and made us feel welcome right away even though we came close to closing time. The food is definitely a highlight, featuring innovative, fusion-inspired dishes that put a fresh twist on brunch classics. Everything tasted great, though a few flavor combos were quite adventurous, the sausage banh mi was my favorite. They have a lovely outdoor seating option for soaking up the coastal air if that’s what you’re looking for as well.

5 /5 Jea Kim: Heard this was the brunch spot everyone talks about, so had to make this our first stop. Scored a reservation just two days ahead, and I guess we got lucky, because walk-ins looked nearly impossible without a wait once the tables started filling up. Most people went straight for the standard breakfast plate, but we opted for the potato pancake and the chilaquiles. Best call of the day. The potato pancake was one of the best brunch plates I’ve ever had. A perfect stack: light creaminess from Stepladder fromage blanc, fruity sweetness from stone fruit, and that punch of umami from Ibérico ham. The crepe-thin potato pancake underneath gave everything contrast, soaking up the toppings with a little crisp and just enough grease. Absolute magic. The chilaquiles were solid. Balanced flavors, satisfying enough, but after the high of that pancake, they felt a tad plain. If you’re in the area, this place is worth the reservation for breakfast or brunch.

4 /5 maddie beecher: Great, attentive service! The food was a bit overpriced but everything tasted good. The lobster roll was good but not the same as fresh Maine or east coast Lobster rolls in my opinion! My husband loved his chilaquiles and the orange juice was fresh and yummy.

5 /5 Elena Skurat: We had such a wonderful experience at Stationery in Carmel-by-the-Sea! I tried the avocado toast with eggs followed by the Basque cheesecake, and everything was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is cozy and charming, the staff are very kind and attentive, and on a Wednesday around lunchtime there were plenty of seats available. Highly recommend this place!

4 /5 Jody Stoops: A fun find in Carmel. Plenty of seating outside and in the two small rooms. We had a reservation and didn’t have to wait long to be seated. We sat inside since it was a bit chilly but we were given the option indoors or outside. The coffee was just okay, a bit too fruity for me. I prefer a really good cup of coffee over all the lattes and sugary drinks. I had the yogurt granola bowl. It was beautiful, fresh fruit and very tangy yogurt. The pumpkin seed granola could have used some oats and grains. It was a bit too seedy for me. My husband had the breakfast plate, which was good, eggs cooked well and the bacon was delicious. The biscuit was baked fresh and the perfect texture. The cinnamon roll was spectacular! Probably the best I’ve ever had! The whipped topping alone was to die for! The must have gooey center, just enough frosting to cover every bite and the seasoning was perfect. Just wished the coffee was better to go with that deliciousness. Staff were great, very attentive and friendly. A little pricey for breakfast.