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
Join Us for Lunch and Dinner
Open for Lunch Daily
Join us for lunch 7 days a week from 11:30 AM – walk-ins welcome.
Dinner served Wednesday through Sunday
And most holidays from 4:30 PM – reservations recommended.
Reservations available for dinner only
Specialty Cakes
Presenting our very own specialty cake and dessert creator
Philippe Costa





New Seasonal Desserts

Chocolate Croissant

Strawberry Tart

Original Paris Brest
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
Rodney Coon2025-08-18 Love this place! Their tuna melt is amazing. luis paiz2025-08-09 We had the rack of lamb and halibut and they were cooked perfectly. Flavor was incredible. Highly recommended! Jeremy Cashman2025-08-08 This place is really cool. We stumbled upon it on our last night of vacation, the food and service were outstanding. We had French onion soup, escargot, pasta, short ribs, chicken pot pie and salad. We also grabbed some dessert on the way out and that was great as well. The restaurant feels so warm and inviting. jackelyn ownby2025-07-28 Out standing restaurant!!! Efe A2025-07-28 Had excellent dessert here. Matthew Birnberg2025-07-19 Great Food! The service was amazing! A must if you’re in CarmelLoad more
OpenTable Reviews
Jerome and Veronica2025-08-01 The stuffed mushrooms were super fantastic. The beef bourguignon was the best I’ve had in a long time. The restaurant is pretty small and was quiet while we were there. Everyone was very friendly. Dr. Albert2025-07-28 Always an amazing experience in every respect. The food and service is outstanding and the ambience is wonderful. Andrea2025-07-28 Prior to attending "Best of the Fest", the final night of the Carmel Bach Festival, we dined at Patisserie Boissiere, a short distance from the Sunset Center. Dinner was superb! My guest chose the special chicken dinner and I settled on my usual choice, the halibut. This was my guest's first visit and I'm certain it will not be her last! This restaurant never disappoints and is a favorite of ours in every way. jim2025-07-26 We always receive a delish meal there with great service yvonne2025-07-22 We really enjoyed we had 5 adults and 2 babies under 2 The food was delicious and service great very sweet to the babies All the dishes were excellent lovely ambience highly recommend allan2025-07-21 Great food that is individually cooked to order. So be prepared for a leasurely meal. There is limited seating. Hence, reservations are recommended. Paul2025-07-21 Cozy neighborhood brasserie in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. Attentive service, great food. Felt like we were back on the Rue Cler, Paris. Street parking is limited but there's a free city lot just 2 blocks south on Mission St. Sharon2025-07-17 Alway excellent!! Great food and staff. Love the pear tarts, and all the goodies. Had the Halibut and rack of lamb. Very good. We always go at least once when we’re in Carmel.Load moreOpentable rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 483 reviews
Tripadvisor Reviews
Jack W2025-07-20 Overall great experience with all All the food was delicious and looks great. All of them were very nice and friendly. Price was respectable compared to others. Thanks! We'll back again Campbell22025-06-22 We will be back! so we got into this very walkable town mid morning and walked around and saw this location we had made a reservation at. A tall gentleman spoke to us about the food vetted our reservation and asked if we still wanted a window table. When we arrived he greeted us sat us at our table. They had my favorite beer Stella, escargot and a great shellfish medley soup. My wife had a glass of Chardonnay and the rack of lamb. Our waitress Natasha was so nice, we took the banana cream pie and Vanilla bean custard to go. The owner takes pride in his beautiful, boutique restaurant as he greets, helps servers and is always smiling. We had a long day and this man and his staff saved it by providing, great food, excellent service but most important a moment we will not forget, thank you. Renato L2025-03-04 Cozy French Bistro Charming and cozy dining room with fireplace. Duck entree was fantastic as was the beef Bourgogne. Extensive dessert menu and nice French wine selection Kim M2024-10-05 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. Caroline2024-08-16 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!Load more
Yelp Reviews
Karen F.2025-08-19 Great local bakery. Love breakfast quiches. Can't wait for the holiday chocolate treats!! Sandy A.2025-08-12 Super cute little French cafe in an old house. Love the decor and the mixed seating. Everything we ate and drank here was good. It's definitely great for breakfast or lunch with a small group. Can get difficult with a larger group due to the size of the interior and the seating. Lisa W.2025-08-07 Absolutely wonderful restaurant/café/patisserie in downtown Carmel. The food and service is excellent here and you will definitely walk away feeling stuffed! Not only do they have a good selection of entrées, but also a fabulous selection of desserts to choose from. I recommend making reservations to ensure you get a table for your desired time. Also, make sure that you have your choice of dessert in mind (dessert counter display is at the entrance) before you get seated so you can tell the wait staff after you're finished with your entree. I highly recommend the strawberry triangle, but all of the desserts were a hit at our table. This place is definitely worth a stop for either a meal or just coffee and dessert, but I would prefer all of the above! Colleen D.2025-06-30 Came here for lunch on a Wednesday. With no reservations, we were able to be seated right away. The place was full. We were seated in a cozy hallway area close by an open window with a lovely sea breeze. We ordered the Escargot, Caesar Salad, Salmon in Parchment. Salmon was perfectly done with asparagus on a bed of rice. Caesar was excellent with dressing on the side. Escargot was so good with herb butter and garlic. We were able to dip the bread in it to soak up all the deliciousness. We didn't have room for dessert. They do sell pastries at the counter to go. This restaurant is next to a parking garage. Tessalou V.2025-06-16 If you're exploring Carmel by the Sea, I would definitely recommend stopping by Patissier Boisserie! We stumbled upon it by chance while walking around, but it was the perfect place for a Father's Day lunch - a charming French restaurant with a lovely interior that exudes Parisian charm! We loved their choice of furniture, the fresh flowers placed on each table, the antique paintings on the wall, the bookshelf filled with books by the entrance - so much charm in all the details. Delicious food, friendly service. Love how their brunch hours extend to 4:30pm! The pastries in the front looked delicious as well, but we were too full for dessert. When I find myself in Carmel again, I would love to come back. geoff c.2025-06-15 We always make sure to come here for lunch or dinner when we visit Carmel. This last trip it was lunch. I had the lamb chop special, I can never pass up lamb. The chops were a good size, well seasoned and cooked to a nice medium rare. The potatoes au gratin side were also delicious. They surprised us with a slice of banana cream pie on the house to finish. Which reminds me, even if you can't get in for a meal, take a look at their pastry case.Load more
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.
Discover Our Specials
Explore our chef's latest creations and seasonal specials
Starters
Premium Trasmontanus Caviar White Sturgeon - Product of Italy $90
Chives, egg yolk, egg whites crème fraiche, blini
Entrees
Soupe De Poisson $35
Clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, Roasted garlic & saffron broth
Crispy Skin Airline Chicken Breast $39
Parmesan risotto, crispy fingerling potatoes, garlic greens beans, jus de poulet, Italian black truffle
Veal Ossobuco $39
With gremolata and creamy polenta
Double Bone Berkshire Pork Chop $45
With a creamy whole grain mustard sauce, kale & apples, celery root puree
Certified Angus Beef Ribeye Steak $50
With a red wine mushroom demi glaze, gratin potatoes, asparagus
ADD Italian black truffle $25
Pâtisserie Boissiere
Premier French Bakery and Restaurant in Carmel-by-the-sea, CA
Address: Mission Between Ocean and 7th, Carmel, California
Phone: 831.624.5008
Hours

Mon-Tue
11:30am – 4:00pm
Wed-Sun
11:30am – 9:00pm
Lunch


Daily 11:30am – 4:00pm
We do not take lunch reservations: first come, first served.


Make a dinner reservation on OpenTable
Reservations available for dinner only