Lucia Restaurant & Bar

"This dining room in the luxe Bernardus Lodge & Spa boasts its own garden, which provides many of the superb ingredients, and is proof of the kitchen’s dedication to local and seasonal food. It might show a talent and focus on vegetables, but highlights from the nightly menu as well as à la carte may include brilliantly tender lamb, served as medallions of deboned ribeye with rosemary jus on a bed of sautéed greens.There is a casual feel to the upscale lodge-like interior, with its large fireplace and muted colors. It's located just off the lobby but draws diners from well beyond mere hotel guests. The view alone, overlooking the Carmel Valley and Bernardus vineyards, may be worth a visit. Better yet, come on a sunny day and dine alfresco on the patio." - Michelin Inspector

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"By day, Lucia at Bernardus Lodge & Spa is where locals and hotel guests grab a casual drink or some crab cakes and oysters. But when the sun sets and the lights dim, couples arrive in Teslas and Audis to celebrate anniversaries or enjoy a high-end date night. The chef takes inspiration from what’s available from the on-site gardens to create bright, hyper-seasonal dishes like vegetable ravioli with sunchoke celery root purée and pattypan squash, or crispy pork belly with charred carrot purée and pea relish. Order à la carte or choose the four-course tasting menu, which centers on a different star produce every month—corn, peas, asparagus, and so on. The massive wine book with 15,000-plus options is a tad overwhelming, but your server will guide you." - allison green, clara hogan

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"By day, Lucia at Bernardus Lodge & Spa is where locals and hotel guests grab a casual drink or some crab cakes and oysters. But when the sun sets and the lights dim, couples arrive in Teslas and Audis to celebrate anniversaries or enjoy a high-end date night. The chef takes inspiration from what’s available from the on-site gardens to create bright, hyper-seasonal dishes like vegetable ravioli with sunchoke celery root purée and pattypan squash, or crispy pork belly with charred carrot purée and pea relish. Order à la carte or choose the four-course tasting menu, which centers on a different star produce every month—corn, peas, asparagus, and so on. The massive wine book with 15,000-plus options is just a tad overwhelming, but your server will guide you." - Clara Hogan

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"Set within a Tuscanlike resort, this on-site restaurant emphasizes wine-focused dining with an extensive wine list and thoughtful pairings that complement the hotel’s vineyard-driven ethos; it contributes to the relaxed, sunny California lifestyle celebrated at the property." - Aislyn Greene