Restaurant Reviews » July 2009

Wine Time: Patrons at Basil’s in Carmel share laughs, recommendations with their server/sommelier, Philippe.
Sensational Seasonal: Basil Seasonal Dining does wonderful Italian-inspired fare in a tiny Carmel spot.
“Welcome back!” I was surprised to hear this greeting addressed to nearly every customer who arrived at Basil, a new “seasonal dining” restaurant in Carmel. It has only been open... read on»
By Jeanne Howard posted July 02, 2009 12:00 AM
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Someting Old, Something New: Growers Pub retains old-school steakhouse trappings while reviving new crowd enthusiasm.
Meat ‘n’ Greet: Growers Pub reclaims a classic neighborhood steakhouse in Salinas.
The reincarnation of “The Pub” is yet another welcome addition to the ever-growing scene in Oldtown Salinas. New owners Dawn Magri and David Drew have remodeled, reformulated, and reupholstered the... read on»
By Michael Whalen posted June 25, 2009 12:00 AM
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Ten Spot On: Garlic chicken, hummus, taboui with homemade special garlic sauce is just one of the many $10 dishes at Paprika.
Keep the Change: Monterey’s Paprika Café adjusts its name and knocks down prices – without docking quality.
According to Shakespeare, a rose by any other name would smell as sweet. In the case of Paprika Café, it smells even sweeter. ... read on»
By Pat Tanumihardja posted June 11, 2009 12:00 AM
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Tapa’d Off: Mundaka impresses with a variety of tasty small plates, well-priced, and glasses of mainly Spanish wines.
Spanish Chic: Mundaka gives Carmel style previously unseen in these parts.
As I sat down to a meal with three friends at Carmel’s new restuarant Mundaka, I was driven to distraction by the interior design. Formerly Gem Restaurant, Mundaka has gone... read on»
By Jeanne Howard posted June 04, 2009 12:00 AM
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