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This is a quintessential bistro and relaxed neighborhood spot in the heart of charming Carmel-by-the-Sea. The quirky corner space offers petite but com...
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Featuring European Country Cuisine, hand-crafted using local ingredients and old world artistry. Our food is simple and spontaneous, blending flavors and cooking techniques in a way that is rooted in tradition yet creative.
PRICE RANGE
£9 - £42
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
CUISINES
Italian, French, Pizza, European
FEATURES
Free Wifi, Takeout, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Non-smoking restaurants, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed 5 days ago

We had our annual dinner last night while back in Carmel. Expensive, but so well worth it. We shared the beet salad. My wife had the fish of the day-halibut-and I had steak au poivre. For dessert, we shared the profiteroles. Everything was SO good....Next year when we are back we will order the same. Reservations well in advance are necessary.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Absolutely AMAZING! Our server really went totally above and beyond to make our entire experience so memorable! I wish I could remember his name now. Food was delish! We shared the mushroom pizza and it was so, so good. Ambiance is great! We went slightly...later in the day, so we were able to snag a table right away. Definitely recommend!More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 3 February 2024

La Bicyclette Restaurant is my new favorite restaurant in Carmel. I ate there recently with my daughter and from start to finish, it was one of the best dining experiences we have ever had. We had dinner at the restaurant and I had the mushroom...caps and the gnocchi and my daughter had the steak au poivre. All the dishes were absolutely delicious as was the bread that was served with the mushroom caps. The ambiance is great and the atmosphere is very friendly. Our server was Jaimie and the service was impeccable. I will be requesting her every time I dine at the restaurant. And then there is the general manager, John Gehrman, a real class act. All I can say is that he made sure we had the best dining experience possible and I will always remember his kindness. We left feeling very happy and inspired. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone and everyone who visits Carmel.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 22 December 2023

Open late. Good pizza and wine. Nice location, friendly staff. Nice decor, in the downtown area of Carmel.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 10 December 2023

This tiny restaurant is one that is a must stop. Best wood fire oven pizza. If I closed my eyes, I would swear I was back in Italy. Great time, wine and Emily our server made a few suggestions and was spot on. Super service

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 10 November 2023 via mobile

Cute place in Carmel. We shared a salad and pizza. Food was outstanding. Would definitely visit again next trip to Carmel!

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 8 November 2023 via mobile

Really special food and our server was so passionate. There was a lobster ravioli special that was incredible along with the mushroom caps and a beet salad. Truly a memorable experience. Absolutely perfect.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 28 October 2023

Very cozy place! simple decoration but very european. Enjoyed a delicious lunch! great gnocchis as appetizer. Black cod spectacular!. Creme brulee good but have eaten better. Make a reservation if you do mot want to wait 1 hr for a table!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 22 September 2023

Wow, wow, wow!! Date in Carmel by the Sea with hubby was spectacular! Part 1: the food @labicyclette_carmel by very talented chef Luna @obdiel_luna was beautifully presented, tasted delicious, and we were treated in the most sophisticated way 🎉 Thank you 🙏 Michelin guided restaurant...@michelinguide deserving all the best for using fresh, organic, sustainable ingredients and employing modern techniques, offering Italian/French modern cuisine, with molecular touches! Bravo, chef 👏 ⭐️ Bubbly - delicious sparkling wine “Brut Rose” by Caraccioli @caracciolicellars , Santa Lucia Highlands! Perfectly dry and refreshing. Paired well with local fresh oysters 🦪 ⭐️ Bottle of wine - Ste. Chateau Michelle, Columbia Valley, 2019, Merlot @chateaustemichelle This wine is very user-friendly. Paired well with the rich cream and cheese sauces! ⭐️ Huîtres Tropicales- Tomales Bay miyagi 🦪 oysters with lemongrass ginger gelée, and roasted pineapple. EXCELLENT 👏 ⭐️ GORGEOUS Caprese Salad! Notice the presentation! Farmers Market assorted heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, fresh Italian Buffalo mozzarella, and balsamic golden “caviar” #molecularcuisine ⭐️ Parisian Gnocchi- housemade spinach ricotta gnocchi (without potato), baked in a Parmesan cream sauce. Served with multigrain rustic bread 🥖 ⭐️ FAVORITE Poisson a la Parisienne- pan seared freshly catched Pacific Halibut with cauliflower velouté, summer squash, baby spinach, squash blossom, crispy lentils, salmon roe, and edible flowers 🌸 ⭐️ Petits fours- Belgian chocolate truffles. Soft, creamy, buttery, delicate. Our first time at this restaurant was 5 years ago with the babies. This place is getting better and better. And now we can become regular customers 🙌❤️💯 #michelinguide #michelinrestaurant #chefobdielluna #carmelbythesea #cheflife #local #organic #bubbly #winelover #pastrycheflife #buffalomozzarella #edibleflowers #capresesalad #heirloomtomatoes #parisiangnocchi #halibut #freshcatchoftheday #oysters #truffles #chocolatelover #fishlover #eathealthy #bestrestaurantintown #montereybay #visitcarmel #labicyclette #date #balsamiccaviar #modernbistroMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 20 September 2023 via mobile

Do not miss the spinach gnocchi!! The atmosphere is fun and hip! A must do in Carmel! The pizza is delicious too-we had the salumi!

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 20 September 2023

This restaurant came highly recommended by the locals. They were right. It is delicious. The pizza is perhaps the best I've had and the salads devine. The service reminded us of meals in France - service is slow. However, the food is worth the wait.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 13 September 2023

While in Carmel By The Sea with a girlfriend she recommended we dine at La Bicyclette as this is one of her "Go-To's". It didn't disappoint. FOOD: PIZZA was tasty but nothing extraordinary. FISH special was Sole this particular evening and it was excellent but...may not be filling enough on its own for some with a big appetite. SERVICE: Excellent. Our waitress was very knowledgable on the menu as well as friendly and attentive. ATMOSPHERE: Cozy neighborhood restaurant with a casual vibe.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 5 September 2023

I wish I could write a review for this restaurant. But the fancy blonde at the front was extremely out of breath and the rudest person I have ever encountered at Mr. Walter's lovely restaurants. I was alittle stunned that she would be that rude....... I had tried to make a reservation but was told no reservations were accepted. .... only walk-INS. The blonde at the front screamed at me that the walk-INS are CLOSED. You might try being alittle nicer to your patrons. I have decided against wanting to go back. It really left a bad taste in my mouth. The people who represent you at the front of your business is extremely important.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 19 August 2023

I have never written a review online before and have eaten all around the world including in 3 Michelin star restaurants. This place was friendly from the start (sometimes this is a deal breaker), we arrived in car week (hadn’t realised this) and they squeezed...us in as a family of 5 for lunch when they really didn’t have to. Staff were incredibly friendly and food was absolutely delicious, tasty pizzas and incredible gnocchi (could have eaten it all again), a true stylish delicious gem in a quaint town, simply beautiful. Don’t hesitate for a second to eat here.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 12 August 2023

We were not impressed with their pizza. Beautiful restaurant in a charming place. We still recommend that you try La Bicyclette. We have been here many times and usually love the food.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Yes, kids seemed to be welcome and well accommodated.
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Response from richardI5671XW | Reviewed this property |
Pizza orders to go take 15-20 minutes (assuming the restaurant isn't too crowded).
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Response from Travelingnurse055 | Reviewed this property |
I believe you can access their dinner menu online on their website. Or perhaps call them?
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  • Food: 4.5
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  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5