Best Restaurants for Business Meals in Carmel / Westfield

We initially went to Ocean Prime to celebrate my wife’s birthday with no expectation other than her choice for seafood. Based on past experience I didn’t have this restaurant as one of my favorites. However, our experience today changed my opinion of this restaurant. The hostess set the tone for us with the heart felt greeting. It was sincere and my wife felt it. As we set at the table our waiter “Joe” greeted us enthusiastically which again made us feel that much more welcome. He provided an extensive overview of the menu and specials with great accuracy. Joe showcased his knowledge by allowing us to provide input and then giving recommendations to best suit our taste buds. Since it was cold outside I opted for coffee. I wasn’t prepared for the coffee I tasted. I pride myself on a good cup of coffee but this coffee was amazing! I asked Joe the name of the coffee he stated it was local provider by the name of Hubbard and Cravens. I have never of it but will surely remember and find out the location. This is the closet to one of the top Jamaician coffee I have tasted in years. Next, bread was brought to the table that just as tasty as any bread I have in long time. The pretzel bread was my favorite. I could have eaten a whole plate of it. As an appetizer I ordered the lobster bisque soup. Without question one of the top soups that rivals the lobster bisque soup I tasted often while living in Massachusetts. For the main course I ordered the Chilean Sea Bass that included broccolini, Pearl Onions, Potato Purée, and Truffle Vinaigrette. Sides included Mac n cheese and sautéed spinach. By this time I was full to capacity but paced in anticipation of what was to come for the grand finale. While waiting for the main course I drunk a pot of coffee and asked for another one and more bread. Although I didn’t have much room left I managed to taste the goodness of the Chilean Bass meal. Utterly melting in your mouth.

Anthony’s is our absolute favorite fine dining experience. There’s not anything on the menu we’ve tried and didn’t like. David always takes care of us and always has the best wine suggestions.

It was a great Christmas early dinner for just the two of us. You could order from their regular menu or off their Christmas Day menu. We chose the latter and both had their traditional turkey meal. My husband who is very picky vegetable eater absolutely loved their green beans. For me I loved it all.

Our visit was exactly what we went for! Excellent food, service, and ambiance! Our steaks were cooked perfectly! They are the best that we’ve ever had. The sides and desserts were delicious! We know we can count on that each time we go. Our server Fransisco was attentive with a great personality. We were very pleased with his service! You can’t go wrong with Ruth Chris for an occasion or a dinner out.

This was a family Christmas/birthday celebration. One of our members has celiac and therefore gluten free. This was noted in our reservation. Staff was aware and very accommodating. There was a gluten-free menu, but we also were told by the manager (who double checked our order with us) that many of the other selections could be made gluten-free and all we had to do was ask. Staff was attentive but not intrusive. The food was excellent/amazing and although I would never consider this inexpensive or even moderate every penny as well worth it.