I had seen this place a few times and finally dropped in for lunch. Really nothing special, but will keep it in mind next time I am in town and looking for a quick, casual lunch.

I had seen this place a few times and finally dropped in for lunch. Really nothing special, but will keep it in mind next time I am in town and looking for a quick, casual lunch.
You must get there and put your name on list...make sure you do this before your completely starving...LOL Great fresh oysters...wonderful drinks and friendly staff to help.. Small, and always full restaurant bar!!
First night in Carmel. Recommended by hotel. Lovely clam chowder then beer battered fish and chips and key lime pie washed down with anchor steam beer
I went here for lunch after the marathon, as I saw they were a Sponsor and wanted to show my thanks. The place was busy on a Sunday afternoon and overall I think the food and service was fine. Nothing stellar, but just fine to good. I ordered a veggie burger (granted, not seafood) and it was good.
Good spot for a light informal lunch on Ocean Ave. Bar table seating, good oysters and nice-enough chowder. Sandwiches and burgers looked really good if you after something more substantial.
We went for the famous bloody marys, which were good (not my fav drink, but good for a bloody mary), and we were impressed by the fast and courteous service, the interior, the t shirts for sale, the oysters on the half shell, and menu. The only thing I was not THRILLED with (although it was still very good) was...
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I love this place. The old school sloon style bar with a ton of single malts. Fresh fish n chips are wonderful also a fantastic clam chowder. The staff who works here is always friendly and fast! There can a wait as its small but, well worth it! Can't wait to get to Carmel and return. ENJOY!
We wanted to get a quick and light lunch while walking around Carmel. Stopped in Aw Shucks. We were seated quickly and our waitress was on top of things. My wife ordered the Oysters Rockefeller, I had a 1/2 dozed mixed raw oysters, three oyster/salsa shooters, and we shared a cup of their vegetarian chili. The Rockefeller were okay...nothing special,...
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Stopped in with my wife and son for lunch, calamari and oysters were fresh and delicious, atmosphere has a cool vibe, enjoyed overall. Few pointers...
-The location is very tricky to find so ask someone and save walking/drive time.
-It is not a family friendly spot. After we walked in I could understand why because the space is so small...
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Our lunch was more than expected. We ordered a half sandwich and a cup of chowder. The sandwich was huge and the chowder was simply delicious. The server was more than attentive to us. A great place to have found without reading reviews.
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