Best Restaurant – Carmel Valley
Café Rustica
10 Del Fino Place, Carmel Valley
(831) 659-4444, caferusticacv.com
The name conjures visions of simple comforts in the countryside. The vibe does not disappoint, and the menu seals the deal. Imagine all the love in your mother’s home cooking – if your mom learned from top chefs. Pastas kissed with sauces steeped in care. Pork loin with mashed sweet potatoes feels like the perfect autumn day. The Hungarian Beef Goulash is like a warm hug from your grandmother. All of this in the blissful warmth of Carmel Valley. What could be better than that? A day at the circus? No – there’s no comparison.