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Bear + Flag Roadside is a unique fusion of a sandwich shop, barbecue restaurant, and salad shop, offering a diverse range of mouth-watering dishes to satisfy your cravings. Located at 7152 Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, our eatery is a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts. Indulge in our signature sandwiches, expertly crafted with fresh ingredients and served with a side of our crispy fries. Our barbecue menu features tender meats smoked to perfection, paired with a variety of sides to complement your meal. If you're in the mood for something lighter, our salad shop offers an array of fresh, seasonal greens and creative combinations. To pair with your meal, explore our curated selection of wine at our in-house wine store. Our knowledgeable staff is happy to help you choose the perfect bottle to complement your dining experience. At Bear + Flag Roadside, we're dedicated to providing exceptional service, quality food, and a welcoming atmosphere. Come visit us today and discover why we're a local favorite in Carmel-By-The-Sea!

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Tareq Barakzoy
Tareq Barakzoy -Google user
3 years ago
If there’s a Michelin rating for the sandwich shop then this is the place that deserves it. My wife had a BLT while I enjoyed the mother clucker. Both were amazing sandwiches. They have a great wine and champagne selection as well as Pliney the...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30
KDG
KDG -Google user
3 years ago
Great little spot in Carmel Valley for a charcuterie board, chicken sandwich, or ten + other delicious options off the menu. Nice little outdoor area id you’ve brought your dog or your mini me wants to run around. Good selection of beer, good, friendly...Read More
SDM
SDM -Google user
a year ago
This review is for the Laguna Seca track location. Amazing food, great service, and order ahead. Amazing bbq, drinks, and sides. The food here was the best food I had my entire trip. Especially the breakfast burritos, best ever! Thank you for feeding us and...Read More
Lunch$1–10Atmosphere: 5
KJ Hernandez
KJ Hernandez -Google user
2 months ago
Found this place on a Sunday drive out to Carmel valley, stopped by to grab sandwiches and was pleasantly surprised at the bbq sandwich options. Being from GA we were skeptical but gave them a try. Holy cow!!! My husband had the Tri-Tip sandwich...Read More
Dine in$20–30Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkNo waitPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
J. VWC
J. VWC -Google user
3 years ago
So thankful for a place that exceeds your expectations that you didn’t even know you had! Found this sweet pit stop on accident. It is so nice. Great patio. The brisket looked amazing. We opted for two of the best salads and French fries to...Read More
Lauren
Lauren -Google user
a year ago
YUM. Recommended by a waitress where I ate yesterday and it did not disappoint. I opted for the Muther Clucker and it was delicious! Fell apart a little as I ate but that's the experience sometimes, right?
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Highly recommendLarge vegetarian selectionPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Anne Jolene Cuaresma
Anne Jolene Cuaresma -Google user
a year ago
Highly recommend the ribs. They had a tangy and miso-inspired glaze that satisfied our sweet and savory cravings. The meat had a good bite to it, close to fall off the bone as if it entered a competition. (You don't want it to completely fall...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
American Angler
American Angler -Google user
8 months ago
Well, our tee time came and went with the rainstorm and we had to settle for other things that were just as nice...And, among them were the deli sandwiches from the Bear + Flag Roadside! What a treat, the sandos were Amazing! ☆☆☆☆☆
Mike McLaughlin
Mike McLaughlin -Google user
6 months ago
Great little sandwich shop. I've never had an Oak smoked tri-tip sandwich on Chibatta before. Very tasty and large.
Atmosphere: 5
Bob Connolly
Bob Connolly -Google user
a month ago
Great hidden gem, but only open until 5p. Delicious burger, fresh salad, cold beer.
Atmosphere: 5
andrew owusu
andrew owusu -Google user
3 years ago
Soooooooo we stumbled upon this hidden gem driving around, and I must say that to our pleasant surprise, it was by far the best breakfast we've had, and we made stops in San Francisco, big sur, and caramel highlands. The brisket breakfast burrito is one...Read More
Savannah Guinn
Savannah Guinn -Google user
a year ago
The BLT is the most delicious sandwich on the planet. Came back two days in a row for it! Wonderful staff and cute atmosphere. And fun to roam the shops nearby after lunch.
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Sail Monterey
Sail Monterey -Google user
4 months ago
One of the coolest things about this place, is all the unique beers they serve. Pliny the elder, saison DuPont, discretion brewing, etc. the food is also top tier.
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Oak Smoked Tri-Tip
Gary McKinney
Gary McKinney -Google user
4 months ago
OMG! We rate hamburgers against Ireland as they are the platinum standard, BEAR AND FLAG hamburgers are a very close second! Simply amazing! If you’re in the mood for something special, go to BEAR AND FLAG!
Atmosphere: 4
Margo Musgnug
Margo Musgnug -Google user
a year ago
This review is long overdue as Bear and Flag is one of my go to spots for great breakfast burritos, delicious sandwiches and great salads. You can eat at one of the cute picnic tables or get your order to go. Perfect before or after...Read More
Take outLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Brisket Burrito, Tri-Tip Salad
Lea Ceasrine
Lea Ceasrine -Google user
5 months ago
Needed a quick bite for lunch after hiking point lobos…and was taken aback by their homemade artichoke veggie “burger” on sourdough. SO good!
L D
L D -Google user
2 years ago
Ok here we go, totally off the beaten path for a quick lunch sandwich. More than I ever could have imagined here. I will be returning, I have been 3x thus far, absolutely blown out of my mind with the deliciousness of the entire experience....Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Caity Paulson
Caity Paulson -Google user
2 years ago
This spot is on our list of favorites in the Monterey/Carmel area! Their BLT is excellent… super thick cut bacon! Tri-tip sandwich is great too. And we tried their BBQ on our most recent visit which was great. The pulled pork was delicious and had...Read More
erika kurtz
erika kurtz -Google user
2 years ago
OMG THE BLT. I added avocado- so good. It’s more pork belly than bacon. So thick and juicy. My husband got the mother clucker which was also delish (add awesome sauce) and we finished off with a ridiculously good double chocolate cookie. Highly recommend when...Read More
Jason Weade
Jason Weade -Google user
2 years ago
Frequent this place every year while working down in Carmel. Consistently excellent Nick thank you customer service Had one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever eaten (ever) there yesterday, the BLT is next level!
Take outLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5
jon lykins
jon lykins -Google user
a year ago
Best new BBQ tri tip sammy around. Pricey but damn good.
Gian Pepe
Gian Pepe -Google user
a year ago
Fantastic. A godsend for anyone who lives in Mid Valley. The best food in all of Carmel Valley IMHO.
Diana Lowry
Diana Lowry -Google user
2 years ago
This is the best road side deli/Cafe around, BBQ, burgers, sides, and take out, it's a must stop if you're going into Carmel valley!
Daniel Brown
Daniel Brown -Google user
a year ago
Muther Clucker sandwich was so good now I have to try everything. Can't believe it.
Johnye Weest
Johnye Weest -Google user
a year ago
If you want a cheap burger, go to In-N-Out. If you want a mouth full of the God given truth, go here.
Matt Fisher
Matt Fisher -Google user
4 months ago
Great blt
Douglas Breschini
Douglas Breschini -Google user
3 years ago
we had a couple sandwiches here, the atmosphere was great as well as the food.
kyle myers
kyle myers -Google user
a year ago
Amazing place. Food is delicious , ribs, tritip sandwich 👌🏻. 10/10 recommend …
Aleksa Mara
Aleksa Mara -Google user
8 months ago
Incredible grab & go breakfast burrito! Top notch.
Take out…
Paul Lievano
Paul Lievano -Google user
Edited 7 months ago
Clean, friendly staff, and a really good smash burger.
Dine in…

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