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Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar

4.3
4.3
1456 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Hot spot
  • Great for outdoor dining
We know good seafood, we know how to buy it and we know how to prepare it. Unlike most restaurants (even the best of them) where fish is often a secondary item on the menu. at Flaherty's it's all about seafood.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 625-1500
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    On Site Catering for private company (two rooms available)Menu can be fresh fish or meat or poultry (all free range)We will adjust the menu to your liking - our talented chef can provide any type of meal.
  • Neighborhood
    Carmel
  • Cross street
    On 6th Ave. between Dolores & San Carlos
  • Parking details
    Please allow 15-20 extra minutes before your reservation to find street parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,456 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Hot spot

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for brunch

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Healthy

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar is a charming seafood spot in Carmel Village. Guests rave about the "best Ceasar salad in Carmel" and "awesome food" with a variety of gluten-free options. The fresh oysters, fish and chips, and seafood curry are standout dishes. Friendly staff, especially Rodney, enhance the dining experience. While some reviews mention inconsistent food quality, many patrons find the outdoor seating and welcoming atmosphere delightful.

1,456 Reviews
  1. ROBERT

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Rodney is a great server and pours a mean drink! Outstanding!
    Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster BarResponded on December 13, 2024
    Robert, we're thrilled to hear that Rodney took excellent care of you during your visit. Thanks for sharing your positive feedback - we can't wait to have you back for more outstanding service and delicious drinks!

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  2. bgeats

    VIP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food used to be good, now 1 out of our 5 entrees was ok, the rest were really bad. Sand dabs were dry and over done, Caesar was over dressed, seared ahi was good. Manhattans used the cheap cherries. Then they begged us for good reviews w free cookies. Great location kind waiters but food has gone way downhill

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  3. Jeff

    Sacramento

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The fish and chips is off the charts good! Better than we had in London!
    Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster BarResponded on December 2, 2024
    We're thrilled that you found our fish and chips to be of the best quality, as what you had in London! Thank you for trying it out and leaving such a wonderful review, Jeff. We can't wait to have you back for more delicious meals soon!

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  4. Robert

    VIP

    Oklahoma City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I love this place! The clam chowder is some of the best in the United States and the service is great. The only reason I don’t give them a perfect score. It’s because they seem to be out as most of their Goodwine all the time.
    Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster BarResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words, Robert! We're thrilled that you love our clam chowder and appreciate the great service. Can't wait to have you back for more delicious meals!

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  5. Renae

    Central Texas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an outside table for 3 plus our 2 small dogs. It was very nice, the food was great, and there were gluten free options. Our waiter, Rodney, was very attentive and accommodatine.
    Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster BarResponded on November 13, 2024
    Renae, we're thrilled to hear that you and your furry friends had a wonderful dining experience with us! It's fantastic to know that Rodney provided excellent service and made sure your needs were met. We're also pleased that you appreciated our gluten-free options. Thanks for choosing us, and we can't wait to see you all back for more great food and memorable moments!

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  6. Marian

    VIP

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All 4 of us were happy with our meals. We would definitely go back again.
    Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster BarResponded on October 23, 2024
    Marian, we're thrilled to hear that all of you enjoyed your meals with us! It's wonderful to know that you had a great experience and would love to visit us again. Thank you for your kind review - looking forward to serving you all again soon!

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  7. Jon

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unpretentius, good food, nice sea food place. Sat outside
    Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster BarResponded on October 14, 2024
    Thank you for your kind review, Jon! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our seafood dishes. We're dedicated to providing delicious and unpretentious meals in a lovely atmosphere. We hope to see you back soon for more great dining experiences!

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  8. Gary

    VIP

    Phoenix

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Sandra is outstanding. Great recommendations for food. The Seafood Curry is off the charts awesome.
    Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster BarResponded on October 2, 2024
    Gary, we're thrilled to hear that Sandra provided you with exceptional service and great food recommendations. Our Seafood Curry is definitely a crowd favorite - glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your wonderful review, and we can't wait to have you back for more fantastic dishes.

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  9. Tracy

    Manitoba

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Started with dozen oysters but was not told what the different types were. Lobster gnocci was okay but portion was very small and not worth the price. The paella was recommended by server and it was awful (very liquidy), and not worth the price. Server never came and asked about our meals for feedback. Disappointing experience overall.
    Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster BarResponded on September 30, 2024
    We're genuinely sorry to hear about your disappointing dining experience, Tracy. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us - it's important that we communicate our menu options and recommend the most suitable option for you. Please consider giving us another chance when you return so that we can ensure a more enjoyable experience next time. Kindly speak with our manager about your concerns during your next visit so we can address them properly. Your understanding is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  10. Cathy

    San Francisco

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a spectacular lunch we had on a perfect fall day in Carmel.! The food was outstanding and the folks were so welcoming and cheerful and fun ! We’ll be back.
    Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster BarResponded on September 28, 2024
    Cathy, we're overjoyed to hear that you had such a wonderful dining experience with us on that perfect fall day! It's fantastic to know that you loved our outstanding food and felt welcomed by our cheerful team. We can't wait to have you back for more fun-filled meals in the future. See you soon!

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FAQs

Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 625-1500.

Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 1456 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar

6th Avenue between Dolores &, San Carlos St, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Additional information

  • Cross street
    On 6th Ave. between Dolores & San Carlos
  • Neighborhood
    Carmel
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Please allow 15-20 extra minutes before your reservation to find street parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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