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
Jennifer Schindler2025-03-15 Dined with two friends and we all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! My halibut was amazing, perfectly cooked. We tried a sampling of desserts and each one was more amazing than the next - yum! Everyone on staff was so friendly and engaging through the whole evening - will definately go back when we return to Carmel Frank Garcia2025-03-03 FANTASTIC sweets here. Ernesto Ortega2025-02-27 Great customer service! Henry Ting2025-02-22 There are 2 MUST REVISIT eateries for me at Carmel-by-the-Sea. One is Katy's Place for breakfast, and the other is Patisserie Boissiere. I crave their French onion soup and salad combo. Today, the waitress allowed me to try a little sherry sampler on the side to add to my soup. Yum! I think the too much sherry would offset the onion soup, but just a touch of sherry was perfect. I would suggest ine order of "sherry on the side" so everyone with onion soup may enjoy. We had the Harvest salad and soup combo with an escargot appetizer. I was disappointed from last night's escargot (with full shells) at another restaurant, so we were in search of a garlic, cheese, buttery sauce and topping. Their escargot was very, very good. Not the best ever, but it hit the spot. This place is not a fancy-pants place, but casual and inviting. The staff are wonderful. See you again on my next trip to this charming little town. Roshini Ramachandran2025-02-19 Great food, good service, wonderful dessert. I love their mushroom soup that is served on certain days for lunch. Isabel2025-02-19 I had shepherd’s pie, my kids had the pasta bolognese and my husband had the chicken pot pie and everyone loved their meal. My meal also came with a side salad and it too was good. It was a good portion and the veggies were fresh.Load more
OpenTable Reviews
2025-03-17 Amazing food… excellent service … recommend it very much Janice2025-03-17 This is our 2nd time dining here….we travel to Carmel about twice a year. Love the ambience…..cute French decor and music. Cozy fireplace. Outstanding service. Delicious food! We both loved the French onion soup. I loved the beet salad and my husband enjoyed his beef bourguignon. Last time we enjoyed their chicken pot pie. The desserts were tempting, but we were too full. Looking forward to visiting again when we return to Carmel! Teajenny2025-03-17 Lovely decor and ambience, fantastic entrees: Beef Bourguignon, salmon en croute, angel hair pasta with prawn as well as terrific French onion soup gratinee! Save room for best desserts in town. Service is excellent as well. Recommend the Patisserie highly! Brad2025-03-16 Nestled in on a charming Carmel street, this cozy spot offers a delightful escape into the heart of French bistro-style dining. The ambiance effortlessly blends warmth and old school elegance, making it the perfect setting for a leisurely meal. The hearty, generous portions of home-style cooking evoke a sense of comfort and nostalgia, while the homemade desserts are nothing short of spectacular—each bite a testament to the care and craftsmanship of the kitchen. It’s become a cherished go-to for my wife and me whenever we crave a wholesome, home-cooked meal with a restaurant touch. On numerous occasions, I’ve introduced friends to this gem, and each one has echoed the same sentiment: the food is superb, and the experience harkens back to a time when dining felt more personal, genuine, and unhurried. Enjoy and Bon Appetite! 2025-03-16 Our experience at the restaurant was excellent from the moment we arrived to moment we left. The ambiance and decor was charming, warm, romantic. There is not a bad area/table in the restaurant. The food was delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Carmel-by-the-Sea. Alison2025-03-15 So good I had to return twice during our short break. The service was outstanding—warm and welcoming. Short rib amazing! Beef bourguignon delicious! Great wine! Lovely tasteful decor. Halibut was excellent. I loved the seating, fireplace, and menu options. Jamie2025-03-14 Wonderful food, service and charming ambiance. The desserts are also beyond so make sure to save room! 2025-03-07 The ambience, service and food was all amazing. Definitely go back! Andrea2025-03-01 Quintessential Carmel-by-the-Sea ambiance coupled with delicious cuisine, very reasonable pricing and attentive service. One of our favorites, especially if we have tickets to the Sunset Center, which is a short few blocks away. My husband chose the lamb shank entree (excellent and abundant) and I chose the fresh halibut with mashed sweet potato and garlic seasoned spinach. Superb! Both entrees were beautifully presented, too. We didn't have time for dessert, but know there's a full dessert display at the restaurant's entrance.Load more
Tripadvisor Reviews
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! Kathleen F2024-03-06 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 L2024-02-10 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 Q2024-01-31 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.Load more
Yelp Reviews
Kristina R.2025-03-16 Went in today, and had a great meal. The burger was so soft and delicious, the fries were perfectly crispy, and the service was excellent. The owner is also so attentive and hands on. Definitely recommend B O.2025-03-14 Absolutely amazing food! My teen and I stopped in for a late lunch on vacation and both got the specials; Halibut sandwich and calamari sandwich. The flavors were bold and fresh, and the fries were tasty as well. Carmel is full of lovely little restaurants and this cute cozy French cafe is now one of our favorites. Giancarlo S.2025-03-13 Can't go wrong here. Inviting place with great service and tasty food. Portions are excellent and the price is very appropriate specially considering the place. Also, they serve a real good and authentic espresso and NOT the horrible Starbucks one. Sheryl B.2025-02-14 Our group of eight couples travel to Carmel annually and spend most of a week dining, shopping and relaxing. It is sometimes a challenge to find a restaurant able to accommodate us. Patisserie Boisserie has done so twice with a warm welcome. We were seated at two tables of six and one of four. The wait staff was on point bringing water and bread service. Soon after, we ordered our wine and perused the menu. The entrees we chose: maple leaf duck two ways, salmon in parchment, beef bourguignon, halibut, filet mignon, Coquille St. Jacques and escargot. The entrees were delivered in a timely manner and beverages offered and refreshed throughout the evening. Since their bakery is on premises and irresistible, several chose from the lovely offerings. The interior is well appointed and quite charming. Our group will definitely return to this lovely restaurant. Shelley R.2025-01-31 Food was delicious... had the line caught halibut over mashed yam with an amazing white sauce. The combination was delicious. S M.2025-01-05 I need a bed here. I want to wake up here for breakfast or pastry and coffee. I need lunch here. Dinner with the cute single candle is what I must have. Please have the caprese salad, the veggie burger, French onion soup and top it off with a bread pudding muffin. Trust me, it's what you need. If I never knew I'd be back to Carmel, I know now. I'm in love and you will be too. Side note: I rarely write reviews and am compelled to do so now. Side-side note: the ambience is quant, tidy, and feels super authentic . Thank you!!!! Lauren D.2025-01-01 Every time we come to Carmel we make sure to stop by this restaurant for a pastry. But this trip we finally had a full meal. The service is attentive and friendly. We had a late lunch here - around 3 pm - and there were still many diners. The menu has a good variety of healthy and indulgent. We were here just before new years and loved the holiday decor. I only have the best things to say about this restaurant.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