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Sierra Mar

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4.5 of 5 stars 19 ratings
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#3 of 13 restaurants in Big Sur
  • Cuisines: American, Californian
  • Price range*: $41-$80
Traveler Description:  A meal at the Sierra Mar is bound to be a memorable experience.  This award winning restaurant situated 1200 ft. above the Pacific Ocean makes... more »

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Reviews of Sierra Mar

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5 of 5 stars
Vancouver
May 23, 2008

Was staying in Carmel and made the trek our to the restaurant for an early (6:00) seating. Felt very welcome upon arrival and had great fun chatting with the bartender while they were setting up our table. And what a table! A romantic table for two, front row looking down onto the cliffs and out onto the ocean at sunset.... more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 9, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

haven't had dinner there yet. had lunch. view is great. but the lunch menu needs more entrees. it mainly just has apps and sandwiches and pizza. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 13, 2008

Breathtaking view and heavenly food. The only catch is the long drive but it's definitely a rewarding one. more

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1 of 5 stars
San Francisco
Feb 18, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

To be fair, I did not stay overnight, but wanted to scout the location for a possible future splurge. Most people who know to look up Post Ranch Inn already know it is $895 minimum for accommodations. I would say there are three approaches one could take to spending this kind of money. One is going on an expense account.... more

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4 of 5 stars
Los Angeles
Feb 16, 2008

The surroundings are spectacular: unparalleled views over the ocean and architecture that delights the eye. The acoustics and ambiance were well-suited for a most romantic evening. The food is 5-stars. It is now 2 weeks later and I still savor the memory of the abalone 1st course and the lambshank risotto with the third course of my 4-course prix fixe... more

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5 of 5 stars
Chicago
Jan 16, 2008

Boy, am I glad we didn't listen to the bad reviews of this restaurant. Otherwise, we would've missed out on a great experience! My husband and I were vacationing in Northern Cal for 10 days over the New Year, and decided to make a lunch reservation here on our way back to Carmel from Cambria. From the moment we walked... more

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2 of 5 stars
Los Angeles
Dec 5, 2007
1/2 found this review helpful

I've never felt compelled to state my opinions in a public online forum, but a recent experience at Sierra Mar prompted me to do so. My hunsband and I stayed across the street at Ventana Inn & Spa, had a lovely dinner at Cielo one night and decided to give Sierra Mar (across the street at Post Ranch Inn) a... more

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5 of 5 stars
California
Oct 5, 2007

New husband and I were married at the Post Ranch, and we fully intended to explore the local cuisine. Then we ate at Sierra Mar..... First I must praise our waiter for our wedding dinner. Our wedding party consisted of us, my parents, and my new father-in-law. The dinner was part celebratory, part our parents getting to know eachother, etc..... more

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3 of 5 stars
London, United Kingdom
May 25, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

We booked for lunch at Sierra Mar, Post Ranch Inn several weeks in advance. We drove in, and were directed away from the coast to a temporary restaurant - apparently we "should have been told" that the restaurant with the view was closed and temporarily located in a field away from the complex. Someone else confirmed that they also had... more

Sep 3, 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

I try and get to Sierra Mar every year from England, and it never disappoints. Arrive early evening to watch the sea mists roll in, and the light slowly change. The food is always wonderful and surpising. I've always found the service attentive, good humoured and knowledgable. Sure it's expensive, but a treat. It is now the sum of many... more

Reviews of Sierra Mar

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Sierra Mar Address

Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
Tel: (831) 667-2800
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.