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Shearwater Tavern

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4.5(70)
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Location & Hours

Address

3665 Rio Road, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
United States
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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 10:00 PM
Monday7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Tuesday7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sunday7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

+1 831-624-1841

About Shearwater Tavern

Price range
moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on March 26, 2025.

4.5/5
Based on 70 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Beth Riggs

a week ago

Enjoyed a Tuesday night meal here. Nice setting and was quiet. Laura, our server, was personable, offered menu suggestions. spoke about the recent kitchen/chef/menu changes, and paced the meal nicely....

michael joseph

a week ago

Wendy Brickman

3 months ago

We hadn’t visited the Carmel Mission Inn for several years and knew that it had been refreshed since our last visit. We decided to have dinner at Shearwater Tavern, tucked inside the Carmel Mission In...

Aristidis Papaioannou

4 months ago

Richard Garcia

5 months ago

The pork belly was amazing. Goat cheese, guava sauce and fried pork for a crunchy texture. Soo good. The drinks are really good and delicious.

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Customers overall had a positive dining experience, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5, indicating a high level of satisfaction.

Customer Favorites

Dishes that stood out to customers include the shisito peppers, Caesar Salad with Parker House Rolls, flank steak with green peppercorn sauce and shoestring frites, and the pork belly with goat cheese and guava sauce.

Atmosphere & Service

Customers praised the friendly and knowledgeable staff, particularly mentioning servers like Laura, Leonel, and Angel. The ambiance at Shearwater Tavern was highlighted for being tastefully designed and inviting.

Value & Quality

Reviewers appreciated the portion sizes and food quality, mentioning well-cooked dishes like the flank steak, sea bass, meatballs, and the pork belly. Customers also noted the good value for the price paid.

Areas for Improvement

While most reviews were positive, one review did not provide specific feedback for improvement. However, consistent high-quality service and food can be maintained to sustain positive customer experiences.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight consistent positive experiences, mentioning delicious food items, excellent service, comfortable ambiance, and good value for the dining experience. Customers seem eager to revisit and explore more dishes on the menu.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Shearwater Tavern located?

Shearwater Tavern is located at 3665 Rio Rd, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA.

What is the price range at Shearwater Tavern?

Shearwater Tavern is listed as moderately priced.

Where can I find the hours for Shearwater Tavern?

The listed hours for Shearwater Tavern are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Shearwater Tavern?

Call Shearwater Tavern at +1 831-624-1841. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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