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Dametra Cafe

Mediterranean Restaurant and Greek Restaurant$$$$

Carmel

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Dametra Cafe

8.8^/10

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"Amazing service, fantastic bread and moussaka!"(14 Tips)
"The service is wonderful and the Lamb Shank is delicious"(12 Tips)
"Try the hummus, gyro, and baklava."(7 Tips)
"Excellent almond crusted halibut and great dancing!!"(6 Tips)

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Rahmat B.June 10, 2016
Great place! Loved the atmosphere. Everyone was very nice. The owner even came to talk to everyone each time I went there. Food was delicious of course. Would definitely go back.
Susan KornblitMay 15, 2015
Steve Dallas, councilman of Carmel was instrumental into getting us in this packed evening. We had a great evening. Start out with the clams and mussel appetizer. The almond crusted halibut was yummy!
Yaqoob AlobaidliSeptember 15, 2014
Extraordinary middle east dining experience , the food is amazing , the hospitality of the owner and him taking your order and being the recipient and the entertainer is unique experience
Sadie HawkinsJune 20, 2017
Absolutely a must. The service is fabulous, the food is exquisite, and the kitchen staff even came out to give an outstanding performance.
Akash MehraJuly 8, 2019
They played Oud Guitar and Doumbek Drum (I think) to inject symphony into the whole experience, and they succeeded. Food: can't go wrong with Zaatar Pita with Labneh Cheese 😋, Lamb Shank, Baklava!
Tom CoatesOctober 22, 2014
Absolutely delicious Greek food, huge portions and lovely atmosphere. So well cooked. Particularly loved the bread, the pita, the spanakopita and the calamari. Enormously recommended.
Gemma GollandJanuary 7, 2017
Service was amazing, was offered complimentary hummus and wine while waiting for our table, bread and baklava too! All food was delicious, this is one of the best restaurants I've ever been to tbh!
Asa BaumSeptember 30, 2016
What more can you ask for, middle eastern decor, a menu that you want to order everything, I had lamb skewers. The owner was in & he started playing the guitar and everyone got up for a dance!
Lears FoolJuly 6, 2015
Agree with many. The moussaka is incredible. Tomato sauce is sweet, texture is soft but not mushy and like everything here - the seasoning is perfect
June ParkAugust 19, 2017
This place is absolutely amazing. Tried their seafood pasta, lamb shank and halibut. Everything was amazing. Also have a great wine selection!
Katie YamadaApril 27, 2016
Prawn pasta is fantastic, house made French bread and the kebabs are superb, but the service is next to none. Don't be surprised to see the owner checking up on you and walking around
Sophyan JulioJanuary 17, 2016
Best food I've had in Carmel. A small musical performance by the owner tops up the wonderful experience. Try the moussaka
DaleMay 27, 2013
Good food and friendly service. Food portion was big and well worth the price. Price ranges between $11-$25. They even serenaded to the customers as a treat. Definitely worth a place to try.
Erin FaganOctober 14, 2013
This place was wonderful! If it is not family run, then they certainly acted like it. Great service and amazing food. In the middle of our dinner, the staff broke into song for someone's birthday.
Mariana PachecoJanuary 10, 2015
The restaurant it very cozy and with good service. Antonio, from the kitchen, sang Besame mucho and it was very fun. My dish was perfect! Order the Greek Moussaka.
☀ KalinaAugust 25, 2016
Such a beautiful atmosphere, amazing service and friendly staff!! Food is very tasty and authentic.
EricMay 30, 2014
Had 1 of the best meals of my life here - Singing, dancing, this place is an experience you owe yourself - reservations are a MUST - no way you're getting a table otherwise
Trisha SApril 18, 2013
Amazing!!!! The service was unlike anything else we have experienced & the food was perfect! Wish we had a place like this in Buffalo!
Natalia GorevaSeptember 20, 2013
Everything was great - appetizer, salad, entree. Live music was an extra bonus. Service is exceptional, waiter Terek went the extra mile and made our evening memorable enough to come back, thank you!
Preto SalgueiroSeptember 6, 2019
Nice food, Nice service and atmosphere! Out of the blue, they started to play a Latin concert with guitar and a singer.... it brought an awesome party atmosphere in the saloon! Recommended!
H KJuly 5, 2017
Came back for moussaka and kebab. Added in hummus platter as appetizer and it was great too.
Ashley UdySeptember 28, 2012
Wonderful service, impeccable style & awesome Greek food. I will forever name Dametra as a favorite! We were treated like family and I was gifted to desert & beautiful serenade for my bday.
MAugust 17, 2021
Great restaurants with amazing vibes. Inside is funner. The shawrma is great(request no cucumbers) and the trio platter in appetizers.
mafer aMarch 20, 2016
We had fried calamari, grape vines and the mix platter! Good place,nice staff and great ambiance
GenieAugust 12, 2016
My fave restaurant in Carmel. I always get the combo platter for a taste of everything.
J SFebruary 24, 2023
Lamb shank was the best of the dishes we got but food overall is average. A bit cramped but very friendly and lively inside. Make reservations, they’re always busy.
Evan Kracoff 👌👍🏂June 24, 2017
Combination everything - order a combination of the combination platters if they'll let you!
Adam SaJanuary 21, 2014
The food here is amazing, but the atmosphere is even better! The owner is very personable and came to check on all the tables. I will definitely be back
H KFebruary 13, 2016
Moussaka and Istanbul kebab were great entrees. Hummus and bread was delish too!
MattMay 14, 2018
Very nice atmosphere. We came for a birthday party. The owner came out and played the Bouzouki with everyone dancing--was very magical. Unfortunately the food was pretty bland. Would recommend still.
CarissaNovember 5, 2020
gyro sandie has amazing moist meat, calamari is fresh and thick cuts, and the clam chowder is nice and creamy
babs velosoNovember 19, 2015
amazing service and food! try the istanbul kebab - it's one of the best I've ever had. if you're brazilian ask for Daniel!
Alex ZaltsmanOctober 22, 2013
Authentic Greek with a middle eastern flair. Try the moussaka, kebabs, and babganoush! Say hi to Faisal - great host. Make reservations.
LisaJanuary 6, 2015
Love the atmosphere and the food! Friendly staff. Owners go around to greet customers. And there is a singing chef!
Nick PoletoSeptember 11, 2013
Didn't expect much of anything out of this restaurant when I sat down, but have to say it was absolutely delicious! The baklava was out of this world!
Alex KwokNovember 7, 2017
Everything is great! The Greek combination platter has a bit of everything. And the dessert tea was phenomenal.
Maritza SpitlerDecember 29, 2019
Fun lively - be prepared to dance :) lamb chop special was good. The HALIBUT was phenomenal!! Yum
Maxence LerignerSeptember 25, 2011
If you are travelling from Europe and if you are fed up with burgers and fries or feel the need to go for something more "mediterranean"... this is the perfect place to have a kebab or a salad.
Dave NordstromAugust 8, 2016
The owner busted out a guitar while the chef sang and the entire staff played drums and tambourines while the guests all danced, in the middle of dinner. this place is LIT🔥. don't eat anywhere else.
Saverio PalmieriJanuary 6, 2015
Food is great, the atmosphere is very pleasant and happy. Avoid the regular deserts, they are the frozen kind.
JulianaJune 20, 2018
It was a very good dinner , the prawn pasta is delicious and the staff were very helpful and attentive
Kostyantyn MalyshevMay 15, 2016
Service and food are awesome. Lamb Shank need a souse but all others is just awesome delicious!
Bam GonzalezMarch 24, 2014
Best place for Mediterranean... The lamb shank has no comparison! Excellent host! A must in Carmel...
Vincent LaceyMay 25, 2015
Best moussaka I've ever had. The clam chowder is legit too: lots of clam, light on broth.
Linda YangJuly 30, 2017
Food was good — baba ghanoush and lamb shanks. Atmosphere is a little kitschy.
ConnorMay 7, 2015
The Greek combo platter is damn good. Pair with a cab sav. They have a great selection.
Gabriel HamúJune 22, 2017
Best restaurant I been at California so far! Attendance is awesome!!! Tks Ana!
MichelleJune 1, 2012
Very very delicious food! Beautiful atmosphere and amazing hospitality! They sang for my friends birthday, truly lovely people! Next time I'm in Carmel, I will be here!!!
CotyApril 11, 2017
The sampler plate was really delicious! Hummus was fantastic. Excellent service, great ambiance
E. A. YılmazAugust 15, 2018
Very good tastes, big&delicious portions! Very good and amusing live music😍

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