Carmel-by-the-Sea, once a bohemian haven for artists and writers, is experiencing a resurgence, driven by younger entrepreneurs and the opening of new restaurants and hotels.
“Since we're not in a major market, we can do the restaurant that we want, how we want to do it. It gives us creative freedom because we don't have such a microscope on us,” says Monique Black, co-owner of Chez Noir.
The Blacks garnered a career-altering Michelin star for Chez Noir, the town's second starred spot, emphasizing the evolution of Carmel's dining scene.
Carmel's rich art and culinary history continues to evolve, as fresh dining options emerge to elevate the town beyond its legacy of expensive but uninspired eateries.
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