As a frequent traveler, we know how important it is to get an insiders tip on where to go and what to avoid. Just a quick hit on a few great restaurants to visit while you are in Monterey or Carmel. ![]() Stay away from the restaurants at the Carmel Highlands Inn...why? Well unless you want to pay $38 for 3 mediocre scallops on a bed of average mashed potatoes. Andree Bouchee's was only $28 and way more tasty. For Quick Chinese: Carmel Rancho shopping center's Chinese Restaurant, China Delight. It's next to the Yogurt place. The sizzling rice soup was very healthy and yummy. We shared a small order of the soup and it was plenty. ![]() ![]() Check back here often as we rate more local establishments. STAY AWAY FROM: Bubba Gumps ...it's so noisy and really just a giant tourist trap. We found nothing about this restaurant appealing. ![]() |