Best places: Banquet halls in Carmel-By-The-Sea, United States

Modern, stylish rooms with walk-in closets & marble bathtubs, plus upscale dining, a spa & a pool.

Solid German cuisine presented in an old-fashioned Bavarian setting with a beer garden.

High-end chain eatery serving seafood & steakhouse fare in a classy setting with views.

Popular restaurant with cozy, old-world ambiance & a patio offering updated French & Italian food.

Casual stalwart, known for its breakfasts, plus updated spins on American diner standards.

With a contemporary design & fireside patio, this eatery features international fare & cocktails.

Guests sit around big teppanyaki tables at this Japanese eatery while pro chefs cook for the crowd.

Hibachi chain serving Japanese dishes grilled tableside by theatrical chefs.

Sprawling spot with an extensive menu of Naples-influenced dishes & a banquet room for events.

Bright, understated New American restaurant with water views, sidewalk seats & a basement bar.

Family-friendly Mexican eatery whipping up popular options like enchiladas, burritos & margaritas.

👍👍 I'm a wedding photographer, and I've been to a LOT of venues. This one is by far my favorite! The scenery is beautiful and makes for gorgeous sunset portraits. The staff was easy to work with and made sure everything went smoothly. They provided an area for the bride to get ready, which made things...

Bilevel seafood restaurant offering steaks, cocktails, outdoor tables & sweeping Monterey Bay views.

👍👍 Love Bruno’s! Good drinks. Solid and dependable food, and fantastic company. The outdoor seating is fantastic with lots of fire pits for those chilly winter / spring evenings. The downstairs bar is also great if it gets too cold outside.

Family-friendly chain eatery featuring traditional Italian entrees amid turn-of-the-century decor.

👍👍 We had our wedding at Villa Ragusa one year ago. The space is beautiful and Hilary and the rest of the staff are very detail oriented and extremely flexible. They really went above and beyond to create a magical event for my husband and I. Thank you Villa Ragusa!

Neighborhood Italian spot boasting a spacious dining room, robust wine list & full bar.

Classic American fare including prime rib, lobster & pasta served in a richly appointed dining room.

👍👍 This place is amazing, today is my fourth time coming here and definitely not the last one. The food is delicious they have full bar, the service is excellent, very professional. Located very close from downtown, restrooms need a little attention but everything else is great

Cheery go-to offers a wide menu of eclectic American fare, creative drinks & live weekend music.