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Sierra Mar Big Sur Reviews
This place is incredible! The food is delicious -
This place is incredible! The food is delicious - everything is fresh and served beautifully. The service is amazing. We came to celebrate our engagement and every staff member, especially our server, was amazing. And I can't forget to mention t
Sierra Mar is more than a meal -- it's a full-on
Sierra Mar is more than a meal -- it's a full-on experience, and easily one of the highlights of our honeymoon. From the moment we sat down, the service set the tone: warm, attentive, and perfectly paced. Add in a breathtaking location (floor-t
Incredible place for dining: excellent menu, ambience,
Incredible place for dining: excellent menu, ambience, scenic location & first class service.
Easily one of the most beautiful restaurants i've been to.
The service was great and I came at 7:30 pm to catch the sunset which was absolutely gorgeous. The course meals were tasty and we were rewarded with the view of the stars post meal. Overall gr8 experience
Really enjoyed my experience at Sierra Mar for a special
Really enjoyed my experience at Sierra Mar for a special occasion. I sat outside and highly recommend it if the weather permits. We watched the sun set throughout the meal. The dishes were all played well and were unique combinations of food. Everyt
Disappointing lunch!
Quality of the food was very disappointing. The mushroom & steak main meals were particularly uninteresting , bordering on bad. The waiter made several mistakes on the order, including an incorrect drink & proceeded to charge for it. The bee
I've had great experiences at Post Ranch Inn and Sierra Mar
I've had great experiences at Post Ranch Inn and Sierra Mar in the past, which is why today's interaction was so disappointing. At 4:27 pm (8/29), I called after receiving an email earlier in the morning about a reservation being available
This place is a gem.
My wife and I have been driving all over Norcal enjoying paradise, the parks and the beaches. This time, we randomly picked Sierra Mar and drove over. We got really lucky. We noticed a security gate upon arrival. After making a quick reservatio
Had a wonderful memorable lunch immersed in nature and
Had a wonderful memorable lunch immersed in nature and Carmel's unique ocean views. Morning fog had already dissipated when we arrived at 1:45pm. Our table was adjacent to glass enclosed platform you can step outside from a sliding door. Remin
What can I say! I love the view and the food was average,
What can I say! I love the view and the food was average, but it could be better. Me and friend booked a table at 7:45pm for a dinner and we came early around 7:10pm. However, we had to wait until 8:30pm for my table to be ready which was 45m past m
I was so disappointed dining here.
From the greeting gate to the valet there seemed to be some segregation between people who were staying there and those visiting the restaurant. These areas are off limits to non guests etc. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful. Beautiful views
Rude service
Tried to book a table. Very rude admin person. Made it clear they did not want our booking. We were a table of 8 and were told that the only times you could have for that size was 5:30 or 8/8:15. We weren’t allowed the A La Carte. Said could we the
Disappointing vegan experience.
The service was fabulous and the location was beautiful but the food was sadly lacking. The best way I could describe it is a carnivore chef is showcasing vegetables the way they would a steak. Given the cost, I expected something better. For example
Beautiful room, incredible architecture and artwork with
Beautiful room, incredible architecture and artwork with unparalleled views. We have enjoyed such memorable dinners there for over 25 years but the food now has become so disappointing. They are trying way too hard to do the Michelin thing believing
Skip Nepenthe, go to Sierra Mar
The best restaurant with the BEST views along the drive through Big Sur (and the food is top notch, too!). My husband and I were on the hunt for lunch as we explored Big Sur and were lucky enough to snag a last minute reservation at Sierra Mar after
Customer service on existent
From the UK we booked a special lunch in their restaurant 7 months in advance. The evening before our visit I went on line to look at the menu to find that the restaurant is closed and instead of fantastic views we were expected to eat in something r
Spectacular view with excellent food
My friend wanted to celebrate her birthday and we booked a lunch there. The restaurant is on top of Cliff and the view is spectacular. The cocktail is very good. The food is contemporary American with an international twist. It is definitely one of
Thumbs up, way up!
We have always wanted to visit Post Ranch and we finally go to visit over lunch on our recent vacation. WOW! We had a wonderful time. The view is amazing with the restaurant perched on the cliff. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. We spli
I got hostility instead of hospitality in a stunning location that I’m sorry I ever visited
Boo. Worst 5 star resort and restaurant experience I’ve ever had. And it could have easily been one of the best. Parts of it were. I came here for a special occasion, paid a lot for it and was treated like dirt at the beginning and end of my time o
Amazing views and food
Absolutely amazing. We booked dinner based only on the views. We were pleasantly surprised with the food. Each course was better than the previous and holds it own to the amazing views from the restaurant’s location. If you are in the Big Sur are
Amazing restaurant with a spectacular view! I mean it was
Amazing restaurant with a spectacular view! I mean it was breath taking! If it's your first time dining at Sierra Mar I recommend asking for an ocean view seating by the glass windows. They also have open balcony seats where you can get go outside to
A Wonderful Dining Experience in Big Sur
This was my 1st visit and it won't be my last. I travel solo, so many restaurants that are high end make it difficult to make a reservation for only one person, not this place. When I arrived, I was greeted warmly and made to feel most welcome. T
The food was mediocre and bland, but the views almost made
The food was mediocre and bland, but the views almost made it worth it. The entree portion of the 3 course meal was snack-sized and not what I expected for the price.
Had lunch here and everything was really good.
View is breathtaking. Restaurant is nice. Staff was welcoming. Good experience.
Go for it.
Came here on Saturday for lunch and it was as beautiful as in the photos. Every table provides a great view of the ocean. Service was perfect and I really appreciated how attentive the staff was. We had the pre-fix lunch which did not disappoint ..po
Delicious food, items I would not have normally tried were
Delicious food, items I would not have normally tried were available due to a fixed menu. The smaller portions were perfect with the amount of courses offered. Service was quick, professional, and friendly. You can't beat the views. Great romantic sp
Amazing dinner.
If you're anywhere near Bug Sur (and we weren't that close), it's worth finding your way to Sierra Mar. the food was delicious, presented in an elegant but accessible way by lovely waitstaff, the wine list is fabulous and the room has a cozy but upsc
Continuing the tradition of local fine dining with California cuisine
Fixed price menu. Every course delicious! Locally grown vegetables were especially delicious. Especially nice for a couple having a romantic dinner.
If you not a hotel guest, wouldn’t recommend
We went for an early New Year’s Eve dinner so we could celebrate later at home. We called ahead to make sure we could have a drink and watch sunset and were told we could come a half hour before our reservation. We arrived a half hour early only
If I could give this place 0 stars I would.
My husband and I came last night for dinner and it was horrendous. First off, I paid a $200 deposit to hold a spot for NYE and when we got the bill they told me my deposit was only $100 and the remaining balance from our food was $416. I confirmed wi
Sierra Mar is an extraordinary restaurant with delicious,
Sierra Mar is an extraordinary restaurant with delicious, exquisitely prepared meals. The restaurant's wine list offers a wide selection of fine wines. A view of the ocean adds to the fine dining experience. I highly recommend Sierra Mar!
Kind of a let down.
Last time I was here Chef Elizabeth Murray was EC and the menu was a lot more thoughtful. Everything tasted good, but was boring. We started with oysters which had a pretty standard mignonette that was tasty and they were fresh. The bread course
Don't come here at NIGHT! We were in Big Sur for our
Don't come here at NIGHT! We were in Big Sur for our maternity photoshoot and left Pfeiffer beach at sunset. I hopped on open table and saw Sierra Mar $$$$ checked out the photos and figured you can't go wrong. Well it was an interesting experience.
Gorgeous sunset view from Sierra Mar restaurant
We celebrated our 10 year Wedding Anniversary at Sierra Mar restaurant. Excellent staff who go above and beyond to make you feel welcome.
No more Sierra Mar or Post Ranch Inn for us
In the few hours since we left Sierra Mar, I have thought back and tried to count up the times we had gone to the Post Ranch Inn. We are still at the Concours d’Elegance 2023 and no access to all my records at home for accuracy so you will have to
Cross finger for the view !
You come here for the view … and you are not sure to see it 😉 … but what is sure is that you plate will be as inspiring that the view ! Congrats for the chef for the selection of local produce and great inspiration … A must see (or not)
Worth Every Penny - Once in A Lifetime Place to Dine
A truly special place. Food great. Staff great. Setting and view - without rival. We had the table in the corner, two floor to ceiling windows met at a right angle and our table-for two tucked in the fold. We looked north and south over Big Sur, at S
Fabulous food, romantic setting, great service, privacy respected and remarkable memories made.
We had breakfast, lunch and dinner here. The food was absolutely delectable. It was beautifully plated. Sauces were superb and the dinner was over the top (should be Michelin Star rated). Servers, manager, chefs, hostess and Sommelier were lovely
Gourmet lunch brings joy to heart and soul!
Fabulous gourmet lunch that bring joy to the heart and soul, with glorious views of the Pacific Ocean and coastline for as far as the eyes can see. World class service given with care, inclusiveness, and hospitality. Memorable for all the right reaso
So there is a VERY slight chance I'm biased b/c I got
So there is a VERY slight chance I'm biased b/c I got married there. That said, everyone raved about the food and ambiance. Service was amazing. Nothing remotely bad to say (other than I said "I do").
Incredible.
I am pregnant and can't have raw meat/seafood and they accommodated this perfectly. Instead of just not including the raw parts of the menu which is normally what I see done, they gave me impeccable substitutions that looked and tasted the same as th
Shared tasting Menu
Post Ranch has created a memorable dining experience by presenting the food with the tasting menu plated for two people.
Perfect setting for a perfect experience
This was a great surprise,A plus from start to finish.No mistake, this was a wonderful experience....It is a little far from our home in Miami Beach,but if I could, I would come once a week...
Nice views, decent food, service was underwhelmingly bad.
The server only placed utensils and some dishes and did not care to even tell the names of dishes, let alone giving some details about food. I understand that it is not a super high caliber restaurant, but cmon, even in diners the servers are asking
$25 per person reservations through some asinine website
$25 per person reservations through some asinine website now? Get real. I'm trying to come have dinner and relax, not setup a website through Wix. Don't have time for all that sort of nonsense just to drive 50 miles down the coast to enjoy the view a
We stayed here when it first opened and have come back
We stayed here when it first opened and have come back through the years for dinners. This last time was a sad disappointment. I'm guessing it's hard to get good help in the wilds of Big Sur, especially following a pandemic. We went early to have
Expensive
Had a romantic dinner. High atop the cliffs over the Pacific. Great fixed menu. Excellent wine selection. Check what time sunset is and make your reservation accordingly.
Think Twice
We stayed here when it first opened. We had a gorgeous place, I think it was the El Molina ocean view room that was a work of art. We hardly left the property, it was heavenly. The Sierra Mar restaurant has magnificent views and the food and servi
Had lunch at sierra mar.
I think it was $75 a person for a prix fixe three course menu. Everything was fresh, delicious and local. Loved the options. Felt very healthy. Excellent service especially the maître D. Must do.
The food was incredible and the view even better.
It was fixed pricing at $75.00 per person which included 3 courses. You selected the entree as the appetizer/starter and desert were already determined. We made the mistake of thinking that the desert came with coffee only to find out later that th
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