A few steps from the city library is Katy’s Place, the locals’ favorite spot in Carmel for breakfast. The country kitchen-style restaurant specializes in comfort food: big helpings and endless variations of pancakes, waffles, and eggs, including a dynamite eggs Benedict. Eat in the pretty dining room or on the patio under the redwood trees. This is a great place to bring the kids. no credit cards; local checks only; breakfast, lunch every day; beer and wine; no reservations; between 5th and 6th aves.