If a carotid pulse is taken, it is taken at the:

Acarotid pulseis taken at theneck. The carotid arteries are located on either side of the neck and supply blood to the brain. To check the carotid pulse, one gently places their fingers on the side of the neck, next to the windpipe.

References:

American Heart Association. (n.d.). How to Check Your Pulse.

Mayo Clinic. (n.d.). Carotid Artery Disease.