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    A lobster roll on brioche from Ad Astra bakery is the kind of detail that explains why this all-day cafe has become Carmel's go-to brunch spot. The menu leans California in the best off-hand way, mixing Korean braised short ribs into a potato pancake or layering local seaweed onto avocado toast. Dinner runs three nights a week and keeps the same confident energy. Cheerful room, unpretentious crowd, and the Michelin Guide has taken notice.

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    • Avocado toast

      “as is a photogenic take on avocado toast, adorned with colorful radishes, sprouts, and local seaweed”

      Michelin Guide
    • Lobster roll

      “Not to be overlooked is their lobster roll, served on a perfectly toasted, buttery brioche bun (from celebrated Ad Astra bakery) with sweet lobster meat”

      Michelin Guide
    • Duck egg raviolo

      “Dinner, served three nights a week, has additional appealing offerings, like duck egg raviolo with crispy garlic and brown butter”

      Michelin Guide

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    3 N.E. of 6th Ave., San Carlos St., Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA · Carmel
    Hours

    Closed today, opens Thu 5:30 PM

    • Monday Closed
    • Tuesday Closed
    • Wednesday Today Closed
    • Thursday 5:30 PM to 9 PM
    • Friday 5:30 PM to 9 PM
    • Saturday 5:30 PM to 9 PM
    • Sunday 5:30 PM to 9 PM
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    831-250-7183
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