Pangaea On Ocean Ave

We had a wonderful dining experience here! The service was friendly and attentive, and the food did not disappoint. The Caprese salad was excellent, featuring a generous portion of fresh, flavorful tomatoes and a thick, creamy slice of mozzarella cheese. The salmon was perfectly cooked—juicy, tender, and served with fresh vegetables. The filet mignon was also outstanding—tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Portions were generous, and the prices were reasonable compared to other restaurants in the area. Despite it being a busy Saturday night, they seated us promptly. The food was delicious, and we left feeling happy and satisfied!

Note: this may be one of the better restaurants in the neighborhood, but ranking against restaurants I have been to, Pangea was not good. tldr is either do fusion food, or do more standard American cuisine, but don’t try to do both. There was a section of the menu that was essentially Korean food, but just poorly made. Kalbi was cut too thin and therefore overcooked, and the kimbap was just rice egg and spam, like what you’d find at convenience store. Obviously the chef has never cooked Korean food, just focus on what you’re good at. Soup of the day was lobster bisque - way too buttery and there was no lobster. Beet salad was drowned in balsamic. Fish tacos were ok. Grilled chicken sandwich was decent. Food took forever to come out. The ratings are way too high for what you’re served, at the price point. Lots of people on dates. Service was fine.

Service: the staff are very helpful and nice. The lady who made my drink spilled a bit so she also provided an extra small glass of cocktail to make it up. Food: The flavor is good in general. Bread is nice and warm; the soup is rich in flavor, can be a bit thick without the bread; Filet Mignon in medium is perfectly tender and juicy; the Alfredo is mixed with a bit of Asian flavor and quite heavy for me personally. Ambiance: Definitely a dating spot, and it can also be a getaway spot to enjoy a nice meal.

Overall service and atmosphere was awesome, we had more expectations on food and taste. We order Double Shrimp Roll, Coconut Tai Curry, Chicken Wings and Kimchi Fried Rice, food was average and expensive. I liked Double Shrimp Roll it was great.

I know it's not the restaurant's fault, but I miss the outdoor seating that Carmel used to allow. Anyway. Always a satisfying brunch and this visit was no different. We had our 4 year-old granddaughter and they were very accommodating. The absurdly fun Bloody Mary was still a joy. Sure it might not be your cup of tea, but I like a little morning joy in my life. Good salmon toast. Korean Spam Kim Bap roll was difficult to eat because of its size, but it was delicious.

Good food and great location. The artichoke was a bit average and the burger patty was more medium-well than the requested medium. But the loaded bloody Mary was fabulous, and the salmon was cooked to perfection! The prices are very reasonable here.

This food was very expensive which of course it's located in carmel, but that doesn't give it the excuse of being as horrible as it was. I've never been so disappointed, I was very hungry this day and this place had great reviews. The burger was served after a long time of waiting and it was lukewarm and juicy but not in a good way..the meat exploded grease into my mouth which made me sick. The gimbap was subpar quality and have had better ones in convenience stores. Go anywhere else in carmel, just skip here

Very nice classy atmosphere and lovely place for a nice date with my guy. The service was top notch and we never felt rushed. The warm bread and butter served before the meal was delicious. For an entree I ordered the Sand Dob plate with mashed potatoes and seasonal veggies. The fish was okay, but didn’t have much flavor and didn’t have a good texture. I would give the fish alone only 3 stars. The seasonal veggies were a nice touch. I wish the portion of mashed potatoes would have been a little bit more. They were creamy and good. Hubby had Kimchi. He liked it very much! ! We split a crème brûlée that we both loved. Especially the coffee flavored brûlée.

Excellent food and service. Staff were very friendly. Food was well prepared as well as delicious! Pleasant atmosphere and very clean. Highly recommend!!!!

Food, excellent. Order the Bloody Mary, you will not be disappointed. I ordered the breakfast burrito, minus the tortilla. And the presentation was out of this world.

FOOD WAS AMAZE-BALLS. Food was amazing, Juan is the , best food ever and best service. Juan, keep doing what your doing. Whatever's going on in the kitchen, it's working. Snaps and chefs kiss

We came here on a super crazy busy weekend/night where parking was a nightmare - definitely plan ahead or stay in a hotel/vacation home nearby and make reservations. Other than that, our experience here was beyond stellar. They were decorated for Valentine's Day weekend with cute red/pink heart decor and the paintings in general were also super cute. Ambiance was adorable. We had such a fantastic server. Upon arrival, he asked if we wanted to place an order first for our child so that he wouldn't be kept waiting. I love how thoughtful he was with that. I don't think we've been asked that before and it was greatly appreciated that he did that. When ordering drinks, he was so patient and ended up recommending an Asian pear mocktail (which the bartender did AMAAAAAZING with) and on top of that, he brought out the Asian pear base that they use so that I can try to find it/make it. For food, we had the Korean Ribs, the seafood pasta, chicken tenders with fries, and for dessert a Limoncello cake. The Korean ribs were flavored perfectly (similar to what you'd expect at KBBQ) and came with a nice serving of rice and bok Choy with seasoned corn. Loved this paring. 5/5 The seafood pasta had plenty of goodies and my husband said he enjoyed it. I had a bite and can confirm it was delicious! Chicken tenders also were cooked well, nice and crispy and came out so quickly for our little dude. Recommend for the kiddos. Limoncello cake was divine! We engulfed it in under 2 minutes, definitely recommend as well. Overall, loved the Asian fusion of the food, the vibes of the place, the drinks, and we had one of the best servers! We will 100 percent be back again!

My boyfriend and I got the Grilled Ribeye and the Duck Breast, both of which tasted great! Both of our dishes came out a bit lukewarm, but the taste was pretty great. Besides the food, the wait for Pangaea is pretty intense. We had a reservation but didn't get seated until 30 minutes after our intended time, which I can image would only get worse as the night went on.

Food okay . I think the small shops eatery is better. People come in here because it has a lot of reviews. Just what I did. I think most restaurants are deli and the other fancy restaurant is very expensive and this one is average $ Nothing special on their food. Calamari has more fried bell peppers than calamari itself. Wine $54 bottle mcintyre is only $20 at Total Wine Aranggula salad - not fresh Our waiter was struggling opening the wine bottle Skirt steak sandwhich is just ordinary My daughter 13yo finished her Chicken Parmasean plate. It was good she said.

Really nice restaurant right on the main street of Ocean Ave. When we arrived it was in between lunch and dinner at 3pm. There were plenty of tables available for a Friday afternoon. Sunset dinner 3 course menu started at 3-5pm for $45. Both my friend and I got the shrimp scampi and you can choose salad or soup. Salad was pretty basic. The soup was chicken curry and she said it was good. Shrimp was big and delicious but the pasta was not it. It was too overcooked and sticking together. Flavor wasn't quite there.

We had a wonderful dining experience here! The service was friendly and attentive, and the food did not disappoint. The Caprese salad was excellent, featuring a generous portion of fresh, flavorful tomatoes and a thick, creamy slice of mozzarella cheese. The salmon was perfectly cooked--juicy, tender, and served with fresh vegetables. The filet mignon was also outstanding--tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Portions were generous, and the prices were reasonable compared to other restaurants in the area. Despite it being a busy Saturday night, they seated us promptly. The food was delicious, and we left feeling happy and satisfied!

Beautiful modern and popular Asian fusion in the middle of main street Carmel... It was the perfect respite after touring and a great introduction to the diverse flavors of the area. The decor had ultra cool vibes in a refreshingly sleek setting. The clientele was as diverse as the menu, tourists from all over the world seemed to be seated around us, varying in age families with older children to a table of would-be young fashion models dressed for a night out. The cocktails were welcoming and expertly presented, one in a tall Tiki-type ceramic cup reminiscent of cocktails from the South Seas. The other was a lavender infused martini, deliciously purple and although petitely portioned delivered a strong kick! The food was an eclectic blend of modern Asian fusion dishes. We enjoyed the crab cakes and the Kimchi Tofu Soup. The spicy Korean flavors hit the spot on a cold winter evening! We would love to visit again to give the other cocktails and dishes a try! Shout out to our server who was very welcoming and accommodating, checking on our meal and our experience several times throughout the evening!

I had reservations here for Sunday morning at 9 AM. We got there about 15 minutes early and the restaurant was quiet and we were able to be seated early. I had a strawberry mimosa, which I highly recommend (not too sweet at all). My boyfriend ordered the Pangea bloody Mary, which is basically a meal in itself! It is loaded with Gyoza, a taquito, Vienna sausages, and so much more. We shared the smoked salmon toast as an appetizer and I would have almost preferred to eat that as my breakfast because I loved it so much. For our main meal, my boyfriend ordered the crabcake Benedict and I got the traditional Benedict but with scrambled eggs. I was very pleased with the meal from start to finish as well as the service. Our server checked in on us on a somewhat frequent basis and was very friendly.

Even though we had plotted out most of our meals in Monterey and Carmel ahead of time, we made it a point to keep a few of them unplanned. Kind of silly, as we had no shortage of places bookmarked to try, but we wanted to be flexible in case anything struck us in the moment. So, as we explored the area around Ocean Ave, we also took stock of our options for brunch. Although, almost as soon as we happened upon them, it didn't take us long to decide on checking out Pangaea. Between how cute the place looked, the general vibe as we poked our heads in, and how the food looked, there was a lot about Pangaea that we liked. Of course, it also didn't hurt when we saw how many positive review they have on Yelp (hey, still got to check!). As we pored over the menu, the range of options was also impressive - classic sorts of offerings (benedicts, French toast, etc.), lighter fare (avocado toast, parfait, etc.), "East" Breakfast (Kimchi Fried Rice, Fish & Eggs, etc.), and even breakfast cocktails. In short, whether you were looking for something heavy, light, or something in between, there's a fair chance they have something that might interest you. -- DOUBLE MOCHA Not too shabby. Not only did it have a good hit of caffeine, but the mocha in this wasn't overpowering nor was it very bitter (neither was the coffee itself), unlike others I've had. -- ICED WHITE MOCHA I generally don't go for white mochas, but this actually wasn't too shabby. The taste of the white chocolate in this was more on the subtle side and it didn't taste super rich. A little sweet with the whipped cream, though. -- HAWAIIAN PLATE - Fried Spam with Rice, Two Fried Eggs, Green Onions, Sauteed Spinach, Sliced Avocado and Pineapple Served with Kimchi and Fresh Fruit This was disappointing. It's probably my fault for skimming the description, but instead of slices of spam, this just had some chunks of Spam mixed into a block of rice. It also didn't help that the spinach was salty and there was just a few slices of avocado, but why is a Hawaiian plate listed under "East Breakfast"? -- CRAB CAKE BENEDICT - Homemade Crab Cakes, Grilled Tomatoes, Two Poached Eggs, and Homemade Hollandaise Sauce Served with Country Potatoes and Fresh Fruit Pretty decent, though it wasn't hard to next to the Hawaiian Plate. On the one hand, the crab cakes tasted great and I liked their Hollandaise sauce. On the other, they also seemed both thin and small compared to how thick and bready the English muffin was. While we found the food to be somewhat lackluster, especially for the money, at least the service was pretty solid. All of the servers who helped us were friendly and attentive, stopping by to check on us just often enough, and we appreciated that it didn't take long for our dishes to come out. However, it was rather off-putting to see a 3.5% upcharge added to our receipt for paying with a card. To be clear, I understand why businesses do this, but, considering how most people pay with cards, why make it punitive when you can instead just flip it and incentivize people to pay with cash by offering a discount? Given the mostly positive reviews my Yelp friends have given Pangaea, I'd be lying if I said I wasn't underwhelmed by our experience here. Certainly, there's the distinct possibility that we just didn't get the best dishes that the menu had to offer (and/or that we should have came here for dinner instead of brunch), but I also can't say that there was anything about what we had that would give me confidence that would be the case either. In the event the opportunity came along for me to come back and find out, I wouldn't push against it, but I'd be more inclined to explore the many other restaurants around here instead.

Yes! Great food! My husband and I shared the crab cake Benedict. Each component was great. It sounds crazy, but we both fell in love with the wonderful English muffins that were the base of the dish. You could tell they were from a bakery and prepared with love. Yummy Bloody Mary and GREAT service. Afterwards we were able to walk and window shop nearby. Yes!

What a memorable spot for dinner in Carmel! We stopped by on a rainy Saturday night without a reservation after hiking in Point Lobos and had to wait 1 hr 20 min for a table for two -- it's definitely a popular spot! Would recommend making a reservation beforehand. We ordered the Kimchi Fried Rice and Sand Dabs. -Kimchi Fried Rice (4/5): The ultimate comfort food, this bowl of fried rice will make you feel like you're being hugged by a savory amalgamation of pig grease and spicy fermented cabbage! The chunks of piggy pork flesh are tender and don't taste overly porky. There's also some glass noodles mixed within the rice to add a unique twist. The runny egg is crispy, and I love how hot the dish is served. Sand Dabs (4/5): One bite of this bottom-dwelling flounder will make you start involuntarily dabbing in pleasure! The fish is super soft and flaky, yet silky smooth to melt in your mouth. It also has a subtle cheesy taste?? All the butter, capers, and lemon in this dish balance the richness of the fish. Service was a highlight, especially the hostess who was super nice and transparent about the wait time. Food came out faster than we expected given how busy it was. Overall, the prices are a bit high for kind of generic dishes but the service, ambiance, and food quality/execution still make it worth trying. Would definitely recommend if you're in the Monterrey area!

Had a day in carmel by the sea so we took a walk over to Pangaea. The service here was very good, professional, and you really felt taken care of here. Several of us scoped out the menu and actually didn't see the fish and eggs on there. They were accomodating enough to make this for us despite it not currently being offered on the menu. (Its still on the website. So if you're ready this Pangaea, You should remove it) The original version had a sauce (Lime dressing that covered the fish). If they had made this like it was pictured from their old offering I'd probably be giving 5 stars, but I really didn't care for this dish. Again, benefit of the doubt because this technically wasn't a menu item anymore, but it was very recently. I'm assuming they didn't have the ingredients for the lime dressing they used for the original version of it ready to go? It showed in the dish. The fish was a lean white fish and it desperately needed that sauce which I would have brought some acidity and it surely brought fat to the table for the mouthfeel and moisture. The description for fish and eggs that's still on the website: FISH AND EGGS Local sand dabs lightly breaded & pan fried with lime dressing, 2 eggs any style, served with rice & fresh fruit They did give a sauce, but it was no lime dressing. Instead it was a soy-vinegar sauce (tasted about 50-50 mix of soy sauce and rice vinegar). It didn't lend much to the dish and felt out of place. I was a little less upset when I saw cheesecake coming to celebrate mine and my wifes birthday. I didn't exactly want cheesecake for breakfast, but I wasn't mad I ate it. It was pretty solid cheesecake. I would likely come back, although, there are many options in this area (overwhelmingly so). I don't recommend their fish and eggs unless they make it like they used to and also, don't get their coffee if you're going for breakfast especially if you drink it black like me. I'm a coffee snob and I can confidently suggest, if you're like me, please go to a cafe before hand. It tasted like mild coffee bean water. Overall, it was a good experience. The space is nice, it's a step above casual and it can definitely be a spot you dress up for. Give it a shot, at the least, the staff is extremely professional and great at what they do, you'll have a pleasant time.

The ambiance is beautiful and vibrant but just a tad bit cramped. The service and food were exceptional, the only thing I wasn't a fan of was the creme brûlée as it was over baked and rubbery. Wine selection is great and the pricing was decent as well.

The food here is amazing. My family and I came here for my bday dinner and I really enjoyed it. First of all the staff is incredibly kind and very attentive. The food is great and the ambiance is beautiful. First we started with the Caesar salad and the eggplant app. The Cesar was amazing 10/10, the eggplant dish was pretty good, the mushroom part tasted better than the actual eggplant. Unfortunately I do not think our eggplant was cooked well as it was very tuff but I know if the eggplant was cooked right it would've been great. I got the filet mignon as my main course and it was amazing. This place has the best chimichurri sauce I've ever had. I would definitely recommend trying this place out if you haven't already, you certainly won't regret it!

Service: the staff are very helpful and nice. The lady who made my drink spilled a bit so she also provided an extra small glass of cocktail to make it up. Food: The flavor is good in general. Bread is nice and warm; the soup is rich in flavor, can be a bit thick without the bread; Filet Mignon in medium is perfectly tender and juicy; the Alfredo is mixed with a bit of Asian flavor and quite heavy for me personally. Ambiance: Definitely a dating spot, and it can also be a getaway spot to enjoy a nice meal.

The kimchi fried rice is a MUST! The ingredients all come together perfectly. I also recommend the spicy kimchi soup and salmon toast. The servings are very generous, so meals could be split amongst multiple people. The service is phenomenal and the ambiance is wonderful. Great for small groups or large parties with beautiful art work decorating the walls. Our party enjoyed brunch here so much that we visited 2 days in a row. Clear to see how Pangea won best restaurant in Carmel. We'll be back again soon.

4.5 stars for Pangaea We had an amazing date night here with delicious food and excellent service. The sand dabs we ordered was alright and could have used more seasoning and sauce, but we absolutely loved the clam chowder and kalbi. The kalbi is packed with flavor. Would love to try the seafood pasta next time we visit.

Okay, in most places this would have been a 4 star meal, but I just expected more in Carmel. We went for dinner, which might have been the problem. I suspect they are stronger with breakfast and lunch. The food was mostly good, but there were a couple of missteps that threw off the flavor (the almost tasteless white sauce on both the crab cakes and the shrimp). Service wasn't bad, but it was loud and it felt like it took quite a while to get food and the check. Overall, not bad, but I can't recommend it for dinner given the other options.

First off we had too many kids in our party to enjoy a meal.. but that doesn't mean you have to be unkind. The tables were over crowded and didn't have enough space so the wait staff just handed us hot plates of food n expected us to figure out where to place it.. on top of managing all the kids. Service was rushed , curt and rude. Food mediocre at best. We ordered almost everything on the menu , nothing special that stood out. Nothing as sad as wasting your vacation cheat meals on flavorless food. It is a pretty restaurant though on a very pretty street .

The food were delicious, the atmosphere inviting, and the service exceptional. I highly recommend this place!

I don't know if it's better to eat there at lunch or brunch, but we were very underwhelmed by dinner. I felt bamboozled by the reviews which prompted me to share our experience. It could just be items we ordered? Service: 4 We had reservations so we were seated immediately and a server came shortly, greeted us and asked for our drink orders. They were attentive all night and our drink cups were never empty. All the staff were friendly and welcoming. Ambience: 4 It was nice and cozy in there. They had a kids menu so that was nice. Everyone around us seemed to be having a good time. Food: Chicken lettuce wraps. It had a good sauce, but the chicken and peppers reminded us of fajita meat. The lettuce were super small. Barely fit the chicken. (2) My husband had the salmon and he was super disappointed. The sauce was not as advertised on the menu. He said it tasted like the same salad dressing that the salad had. The mashed potatoes were cold. (2) Kimchi Tofu soup. The broth was a really nice flavor, there was a generous amount of mandu and pork belly. Although they didn't use silken tofu, it was still good. (4)

Terrible service. Was seated for 10 minutes and was completely ignored by the servers. Parties seated adjacent and in front of us were greeted in less than a minute. No one wanted to be our server. We asked someone if they can take our order. And he went to the corner where all the servers were just standing at and bickered, until he returned and said "I'll take ur order," and tried to upsell us on some lobster. We sat for a while and weren't provided any water or sharing plates. We had to someone that was refilling waters if they can get us some water. But even he looked confused. And ask another server for serving plates. Food is ok. Clam chowder: watery. Scallop shrimp Alfredo: Alfredo was watery. Shrimp over cooked. Scallop rubbery. Asian lettuce wrap: the best thing out of the things we ordered. The table next to us noticed the treatment we were getting and talked to the host/manager after they paid. The host talked to our server and then he started to try to talk to us more and make conversation, and ask us if everything was alright. Will not be back or recommended to others!! Food was definitely not worth the money, and the terrible service didn't help.

This is a great Asian fusion restaurant in Carmel by the sea. The ambiance was welcoming and open. The service was nice and catering. The shrimp scampi is definitely a must get. The noodles are so flavorful and the shrimp was well cooked. The spicy pork was tasty too. The sauce on the grilled pork was great to eat with rice.

Wow! This is a great date night spot if you're in the area. The service was great and our server was wonderful. It's small inside so be prepared to be close to your neighbors. I highly recommend getting the steak- it was cooked to perfection and so tasty paired with their chimichurri. We also got the burrata for an appetizer and it was a table favorite! We didn't particularly care for the potstickers but that's on our tastebuds. Check this place out if you want a delicious meal with a great ambiance.

Beautiful ambiance! Food was delicious - I love brunch and they had a lite option to satisfy my eggs Benedict obsession. Why lite you ask? Because the Pangaea Bloody Mary is a meal in itself. So many fixings. But most importantly it's a great tasting Bloody! The acoutrement just add to the pleasure! Staff was kind and accommodating when we had to delay our reservation a bit. Grant, our waiter, was great. He came from their sister restaurant and said he was even impressed with the drink. NOTE: NO DOGS ALLOWED. I saw online they had a patio but they do not. Leave the pooches in your lovely hotel and enjoy breakfast!

My friends and I came here for Brunch. The food is vey good and the service is great! We ordered the Salmon Benedict, Kimchi Fried Rice, and the Spam Sushi. The restaurant has great ambience; we like the decor. Even the bathroom has a chandelier! Our server (Tino) was very friendly and took care of us. The staff was friendly too. We will be back!

Good but not outstanding. Sushi was tasty, but the rice-to-fish ratio felt off. The wasabi was very mild. Would return, but not my top pick.

This place was scrumptious. We ordered the Kids Grilled Cheese with Fries, Kids Caesar Salad, Cup of Clam Chowder, Cup of Potato Chowder, Fried Calamari, and Fish Tacos. We also ordered Moscato and the Monterey lager. Everything was so delicious. The servers were so friendly and amazing to us too!

Love love love. Ocean Ave food has gotten better and better over the years, a far cry from my childhood memories of the downtown restaurant scene (or lack therein) and they do it as well as anyone in the price range. Pangaea is always a hit. Grandparents, picky kids, date night away from the family... they have somehow nailed a menu that gives everyone what they want without being too frivolous, and an atmosphere that just says warm and accommodating over anything else. Vibes are good, portions are just right and everyone is always super nice - I make a point of stopping in when I'm in town.

This was our first visit to this restaurant. We ordered clam chowder, crunch, chicken salad, and shrimp scampi. The soup was amazing. I'm sorry that we did not get a photograph of it, but I think we devoured it in about 2 1/2 seconds. we were about to have a fight club at the table. It was loaded with clams and not overly thick. You could really taste a well seasoned bowl of soup. Then we got the salad and scampi. The salad was a bit of a disappointment. Presentation looked great, but the chicken was a bit on the dry side, and the lettuce was soaked and dressing. They also used mixed green lettuce instead of a high-quality Romain or even green leaf which would have had more of a crisp texture. The scampi was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. You get five huge prawns and they were so juicy and delicious. The pasta was homemade and the broth was seasoned well and delicious. Portion size for everything was good and pricing was pretty much on par with the rest of the restaurants in Carmel. Overall, it was a good experience just slightly missed the mark on the salad.

Tried a new place in Carmel! I got the steak sandwich and wow was it big! Glad I got the side salad with it and not the fries! The sandwich was good but a bit greasy. It's with sautéed onions and mushrooms and cheese. The service was good. The place looks big buts it's cozy. The mirrors make it look bigger than it is.

Food was delish and service was great. We had waitstaff greet us kindly and with recommendations of dishes to try. We had the Korean fried rice- tasty and delish though I've had better. The lamb shanks were pretty good too, happy with our food choices. I would return to try other dishes!

Really great service but IMO the food was just mediocre, especially for it's price point. The atmosphere was nice, seems like the perfect spot to go for a date or a fancy meal! It's located in downtown Carmel, so obviously parking was a bit of a hassle. We had to circle around a bit to find decent street parking. We were hoping to try some of their lunch items, but unfortunately we came in about 30 minutes too early so lunch wasn't available. + Eggs Benedict (2.5/5): I always loooove eggs benedict but this one fell flat for me. The muffin felt very moist, and there was just a lack of hollandaise sauce. + Huevos Rancheros (3/5): This was pretty decent, but the black beans were put on with a heavy hand and it felt like the only thing I tasted each time I took a bite lol + Clam Chowder (3/5): We ordered this a bit later after eating our initial meal, since toward the end of our breakfast, the lunch menu became available! The clam chowder was creamy and chunky, lots of clams which is a plus. It just didn't feel extraordinary however. Service is definitely a 10/10, all of the servers are super attentive and checked in with us frequently. Don't forget to check in on Yelp for a complimentary mimosa!

These tacos were everything I was hoping for and more. The filling was flavorful, the tortilla was soft yet sturdy, and the toppings were fresh and vibrant. The salsa added just the right amount of heat without overpowering the other ingredients. The service was quick and efficient, and the space had a great, upbeat atmosphere that made it a perfect spot for a casual meal.

Shocked. Rarely does yelp steer me wrong. But tonight it 100% did. We did not have reservations, but front of house was super friendly and got us seated in about 5 mins in a nice booth by the fire. First impression upon walking in was good, bright, modern and pleasant and overall nice atmosphere. Ordered the Calamari and Artichoke starters, artichoke had a nice smoky flavor but calamari was tough. For dinners we ordered the filet and the shrimp and scallops. Filet was cooked well but the shrimp and scallops were brought out with refrigerator cold hard rice. Brought to the servers attention who did immediately take back and get a new one fired. The manager came over to apologize and offered a glass of wine for my wife as she finished her dinner and a glass for me which was appreciated. When the dinner did come it was good but the bottom line is that it really made us question everything about the restaurant. There are a number of dishes on the menu with the rice yet they are cooking and refrigerating it before service and then I assume using microwave to warm. How many other other items are they doing that with? I appreciate the effort to "make it right", full disclosure the manager comp'd our main courses but it still ruined what was supposed to be a nice dinner. Dinner service was slow, took 40 mins between appetizer and dinner being served. Dinner took just under 1hr 45mins.

I was visiting for Memorial Day weekend and had made a reservation in advance to be safe. The weekend in downtown was super busy with cars circling around looking for parking which can be difficult so arrive early if driving in. The restaurant was also very busy for dinner and the server checked on us once and never refilled our waters. I ordered the kimchi tofu soup and the poke nachos appetizer. The poke was fresh and had a great sauce. However, there were pieces of tendon still attached to a few cuts of the poke so some pieces were difficult to chew and no one wants to have to spit their food out which unfortunately we did. The tofu soup barely had any flavor and you normally get a more silky, melt in your mouth kind of tofu in these traditional soups but I found the tofu to be firm and the pieces of pork tough to chew. The soup also comes with a side of white rice. Overall, an underwhelming experience and wish I would have visited some other restaurants that weren't on Ocean Ave. If you do visit, stick to the seafood and other American dishes.

Pangaea Grill came with great recommendations so for our dinner in Carmel, here's where we ended up. Sorry to say we were not impressed with the food. The hostess however was exceptional. I'd just say, don't order the clam chowder... very disappointing

Pangaea Grill offers a fantastic fusion of Korean and American flavors. Fresh, flavorful dishes and great service make it a must-visit in Carmel by the Sea in Monterey.

Such a sweet spot here in Carmel. Asian Fusion restaurant with great name- meaning one planet. Voted best in town multiple times. Such an intimate setting yet perfect for a friend gathering. Service was excellent. Presentation was amazing. I ordered the coconut prawn and scallop dish with Jasmin rice with veggies. Wow, just wow. The salmon dish was spectacular. Nice crisp on top and cooked perfectly. Tiramisu was not on menu fyi so be sure to request it. You won't be disappointed. Wonderful ending to a phenomenal meal.

We have never had a complaint in Carmel we have ate at many different restaurants, Mission bistro, Enzo, The Grill, Grasings etc & have never had an experience as awful as this Pangaea Grill. We orders the Rib eye & the deaf food pasta. I get you will pay a little extra to eat in Carmel but no one wants to pay more for low quality food. The rib eye was not good quality the mushrooms tasted rotten. My boyfriend got sick as I knew he would because the shrimp smelled awful as soon as the server put the plate on the table. No flavor it was awful. I have made two reviews in my whole life & never experienced something is bad. I do not recommend anyone to eat here.

Came here for a later dinner on a Sunday after flying into Monterey. Carmel is so dreamy at night and this was such a cute little place. The waiter was ahhhhmazing, knew the menu and recommended what we would like and gave us time to look at photos (visual girlys) without judgement. Food was really good and they had a great wine menu. Would definitely come back!

Perfect brunch spot on a nice Sunday morning. Juan was the best server taking care of us! Super nice, sociable, and very friendly. The receptionist was also very welcoming with the prettiest smile greeting everyone! This was my first time here for my birthday brunch and everything came out great. We ordered French toast and veggie omelette and the portion was on the spot. Definitely will come back here again :)

Awesome service and the server was on top of everything. We were met with recommendations on choices we had. The food was delicious as well. It was a bit loud at first but as the tables started to clear it wasn't too bad. Decor was elegant as well.

One of the few places that offers happy hour in Carmel and a complete dinner menu for early dinners. The drinks were great. We recommend the "Bixby" with a pineapple flavor and rum. Service on Wednesday night was great. We recommend the dinner menu as it comes with soup or salad, main course and a delicious cheesecake for dessert

Tried going for dinner, traffic was nuts, couldn't find parking!! Ultimately went for brunch snd had the steak and eggs. The service and food were amazing. I'll definitely visit for brunch again

Celebrated my daughter's birthday here today. It's our first time, since and have seen a great review of this place so I planned to celebrate her here. I'm all for clean establishments and great service so those are top on what I look for. Upon entering those mesmerizing cute chandeliers caught my attention, it adds to the character of the place - though it's a simple setting yet the decors added a fine touch. I asked for a window seat and it was gladly given to us. It was not crowded during the 11:30am seating we chose so the atmosphere is nice and quiet. All the staffs gave us an excellent service. Very attentive and courteous. We ordered calamari for appetizer - it was fresh, cut in somewhat big pieces, served with fried red and green bell peppers and lemon. It's okay, just like any other calamari you order from restaurants. I order a Greek salad with chicken as protein - it's well balanced with all that I look for a Greek Salad, refreshing and fresh ingredients. The serving is perfect. My daughter ordered the Kilbi Korean Short Ribs. She's a fan of Korean barbecues so she loved what she got, it came with fried rice, steamed vegetables and a small cup of fruits. The ribs are well seasoned, well cooked and tender. They have her a complimentary cake to blow and since it's just me and her it was a beautiful bonus to have all the diners sing to her. The restaurant is clean as well as the bathrooms. The only thing I can say is that thought they're very prompt to clean your table, it may give some people the notion that you need to leave the place right away. All in all, it was a beautiful first time experience and the birthday celebrant like everything about the place! Will bring my hubby one of these days. PS Thank you so much for making my daughter's birthday a beautiful one.

We were greeted immediately as we entered through the doors. We were a party of 6 and we were accommodated with a perfect table! Elijah was probably one of the best servers we ever had and we love dining out! Food and serving size were scrumptious and large. We will definitely return! Go Elijah! Side note: restrooms were clean too!