Pâtisserie Boissiere

Premier French Restaurant and Bakery in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Welcome to Pâtisserie Boissiere, your premier French restaurant and bakery in Carmel, where culinary artistry meets the warmth of Carmel, offering exquisite pastries and signature dishes, making us among the best French restaurants in Carmel-by-the-Sea, known for the best dessert in town.

Reservations available for dinner only

Our Story

Patisserie Boissiere: A Carmel Tradition Since 1961

Founded in 1961 by Elaine and Pierre Boissiere, Patisserie Boissiere is a beloved Carmel institution offering the finest French cuisine and pastries.

A Charming European Ambiance

Step into a world of elegance and comfort at Patisserie Boissiere. Our charming atmosphere, complete with a fireplace, candles, and soothing music, creates the perfect setting for a memorable dining experience.

French Cuisine and Pastries

Delight in authentic French cuisine and freshly baked pastries prepared with the finest ingredients. Our experienced chefs have been serving up delectable dishes for decades.

A Culinary Journey

Discover why Patisserie Boissiere is a must-visit destination for foodies in Carmel. Experience the magic of French cuisine and create lasting memories.

What Our Customers Are Saying

Read glowing reviews from our patrons on Google, OpenTable, and TripAdvisor

Google Reviews

          
   Azadeh Nematzadeh 
 2024-10-05
 
 
  Great French food and patisserie. We enjoyed everything. Highly recommend if you are in the Carmel by the sea area.
  
 
       
   Liming Gao 
 2024-09-01
 
 
  Nice French food at Carmel town.
  
 
       
   Milan Rollin 
 2024-08-20
 
 
  Le croissant campagnard à la béchamel et au jambon est incroyable, je conseille surtout pour les français
  
 
       
   Lisa Jeffries Nobling 
 2024-08-04
 
 
  What a sweet surprise! We found this spot on Google Maps searching for dessert and took an Uber over from Monterey. Our two desserts were fantastic, and more than two people needed, we could have split one, but we couldn't decide on a single selection! Service was delightful and we lucked into a small cafe table for two available just before the dinner rush. Merci!
  
 
  
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OpenTable Reviews

          
   Charles 
 2024-10-14
 
 
  Both the service and the food were excellent.  We will return.
  
 
       
   Greg 
 2024-10-13
 
 
  Wonderful, old school Carmel restaurant! Since 1961! Current owner has done a wonderful job carrying on community traditions while keeping his restaurant current for our international tourist industry.
  
 
       
   Michael 
 2024-10-12
 
 
  Great food (the BEST short ribs and French onion soup ever!), very hospitable hosts.  We never tire of eating here. It is always a great experience.
  
 
       
   Eric 
 2024-10-12
 
 
  Love this place.  Their onion soup is the best ever and the appetizer of baked Brie and pate is the absolute meal in itself. Such friendly staff and owners. We are frequent diners there and will remain so.
  
 
       
   FilmFan 
 2024-09-13
 
 
  Lovely meal and excellent value for largely over-priced, touristy Carmel.  Our party of 4 was seated promptly, service was efficient but not rushed and food was exquisite.  We shared two appetizers, stuffed mushrooms and a harvest salad.   Both were delicious, if not exceptional.

For mains, we had the lamb shanks, coquilles St. Jacques, beef bourgignon, and Maple Leaf duck breast prepared two ways.  All were excellent. We shared a bottle of Cotes de Rhone that was very good.  We were too full to have dessert, but I would definitely return and save room because the desserts in the bakery case in front looked fantastic.
  
 
       
   Steven 
 2024-09-09
 
 
  We were visiting Carmel for our anniversary and had dinner here based on the online reviews. They were spot on. Great food and service. We had the lamb shank and the filet mignon. Both were excellent  choices. Very tasty along with the potatoes  and vegetables. The French onion soup was great as well as the creme brule and strawberry cream puff. Nice wine list with some reasonable bottle prices. Highly recommend.
  
 
       
   RYAN 
 2024-09-03
 
 
  Everything about our experience was top notch from the beginning to the end. We ordered French onion soup, duck confit, and the lamb shank. If you’re searching for quality French food in an authentic environment, look no further than Patisserie Boissiere.9
  
 
       
   OpenTable Diner 
 2024-09-02
 
 
  Cozy atmosphere, delicious food and great service!
  
 
  
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Tripadvisor Reviews

          
   Kim M 
 2024-10-05
 
 
  Highly recommended!
This was a sweet little restaurant that my brother told me about. I was with three friends and we all loved the food. The service was exceptional and friendly. Not overly expensive in this pricey town. Highly recommended.
  
 
       
   Caroline 
 2024-08-16
 
 
  Excellent traditional French sandwiches, salads and pastries!
Excellent traditional French sandwiches and wonderful French onion soup! We had the carved turkey sandwich on baguette and the ham and swiss on croissant with the bechamel sauce. Excellent!
  
 
       
   Kathleen F 
 2024-03-06
 
 
  Quaint and delicious!
Been a few times now and always happy with whatever we’ve gotten. Great food and service with a homie atmosphere. Feels like you’re at your French aunts house for lunch.
  
 
       
   Michael L 
 2024-02-10
 
 
  Not just a pretty face
The atmosphere seemed genuine gentile, country French. While known for its patisseries, we chanced upon this establishment for dinner on a Wednesday early evening. We started with mushrooms stuffed with spinach and cheese. They were tasty but unexciting. I had scampi on pasta with artichokes and diced tomatoes in a white sauce. A full, sautéed garlic bulb sat in the center of it upon delivery. The sauce was superb!!! My wife had baked salmon in parchment with rice and a vegetable mix (zucchini, carrots, bell peppers). She also raved about her dish. If we lived nearby, we’d become regulars. The prices were reasonable and both the fare and service were excellent. The owner is apparently from at least near Paris.
  
 
       
   Jan Q 
 2024-01-31
 
 
  Love the food and ambiance.
Charming, quiet and great food. We go for lunch or dinner whenever we stay in Carmel. It's hard to find all three qualities in one restaurant.
  
 
       
   sgbgalt 
 2023-11-08
 
 
  Charming and delicious
Excellent dinner. Local halibut, the best short ribs I have ever had and Osso bucco. The place is charming and the service was top notch. For the quality of the food and service it was reasonably priced and a really special night.
  
 
  
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Yelp Reviews

          
   Cynthia Allen .. 
 2024-09-22
 
 
  We liked this restaurant so much we went twice in one week. The food, service, and ambiance were just what we were wanting. Great!
  
 
       
   Pam L. 
 2024-09-17
 
 
  always fabulous service  excellent food
divine pastries   a lot like being in Paris
France
  
 
       
   Martha R. 
 2024-09-08
 
 
  Truly a hidden gem in Carmel by the sea. It felt like I was transported to a quaint restaurant in the French countryside. The food was absolutely phenomenal and so freshly cooked. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. I could not recommend a place more to grab a bite to eat.
  
 
       
   Kiana M. 
 2024-08-27
 
 
  I got the halibut and it was soooo good. The restaurant was small and intimate and service was really great too. The food came out pretty quick and we definitely enjoyed  our dinner here.
  
 
       
   lisa j. 
 2024-08-04
 
 
  What a sweet surprise! We found this spot on Google Maps searching for dessert and took an Uber over from Monterey. Our two desserts were fantastic, and more than two people needed, we could have split one, but we couldn't decide on a single selection! Service was delightful and we lucked into a small cafe table for two available just before the dinner rush. Merci!
  
 
       
   Nerissa C. 
 2024-07-27
 
 
  YUM, YUM, YUM!

We didn't dine in, we just popped into their bakery.  We entered on the side that was away from the main dining area.  It was easy to access and was decorated in a cute Parisian style.

We were greeted by a nice guy who was patient with us as we decided on what we wanted for dessert.  We got our items and continued to walk around downtown Carmel.  We were blown away by the quality of the food - we had lemon cheesecake, crème brûlée, chocolate chip cookie and a slice of chocolate mousse cake.

We loved it so much, we came back here the next day!
  
 
       
   Matthew M. 
 2024-07-16
 
 
  So happy we discovered this wonderful spot! Definitely will be back and heartily recommend.  The pastries are as outstanding as their reputation, which was originally why we gave it a try. We tried a sample, and all were fantastic - for me, especially the lemon tart and tiramisu. The dining menu matches the great desserts. The food is expertly prepared, nicely plated and served professionally. The French onion soup was very good and a great complement to the filet, which was cooked to just the right temperature - I really liked the demi glace. We also were intrigued by and tried the "airline chicken" on their specials menu and it was great - moist and flavorful. We were a little worried that the menu might be a bit much for our daughter, but she tried the bolognese and it was a hit. The wine list is really good, with a nice selection of both local, California and French options - best was the excellent advice of the sommelier/ matre d (also the owner), who was friendly, very knowledgeable, attentive and professional yet down to earth.
An unexpected bonus was the olive tapenade served with the bread and butter. A favorite of mine. 
Only con was that it was busy. We did think ahead and had a reservation, and the table was ready on time. Despite the full house, the staff were unflustered and took great care of us. 
We can't wait to be back in Carmel, and will definitely be back!
  
 
  
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Pâtisserie Boissiere Atmosphere

Experience the Charm and Elegance

Step into the cozy and elegant ambiance of Pâtisserie Boissiere. Our interiors are thoughtfully designed to transport you to a European chateau. Enjoy the warmth of our fireplace, the glow of candlelight, and the beauty of fresh flowers as you dine on exquisite French cuisine.