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Dametra Cafe

Ocean Ave, 2nd East Lincoln, Carmel, CA 93921
831-622-7766
Ranked #1 of 111 restaurants in Carmel
4.5 of 5 stars 522 Reviews
Price range: 1 AUD - 20 AUD
Cuisines: Mediterranean
Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
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Pleasant Hill, California
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Every other time we are in Carmel we always make a point of having lunch or dinner at this charming little restaurant on the main drag. Having spent countless weekends over the past 20 years staying in Carmel it is fair to say that this charming village is blessed with dozens of outstanding restaurants. In my opinion, the Dametra Cafe... More

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

My wife, daughter and I had the pleasure of having Lunch at Dametra's and we were not disappointed at all. Gabi (I believe that was his name) went out of his way to make sure each and every guest, whether they were regulars, celebrities or just plain vistors had a wonderful experience. The service was fantastic, the place was mobbed... More

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Lockeford,
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

42 years of marriage... 3 to each other...great food, atmosphere...they sang to us....loved it..couldn't get dinner res so we dropped by for lunch....YUMMMMM Service was attentive in a very busy environment More

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Manila, Philippines
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Decided to try out the place because of the reviews on tripadvisor, and because we love Greek food (we loved the food in Santorini). So, my wife and I ate here on a Tuesday afternoon, after lunch, and the place wasn't packed - a good thing, because the place is a bit cramped. But since it was a weekday, and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

We are locals and always feel like family when we eat at Dametra's! The owners are incredibly warm and gracious. They have an amazing ability to remember names. Our kids just love the live music and atmosphere of celebration. We always leave feeling more than satisfied. More

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MA
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Dinner was excellent here - the moussaka was delicious. The music and atmosphere are fun as well. You will enjoy yourself at this restaurant! More

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Fair Oaks, California
Senior Contributor
37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Great little restaurant, we stopped for a late lunch. The wine glass was large and the house wine great. Our food was fantastic and the dish washer sang along to the mandolin-playing manager. The staffers were friendly and engaged patrons in conversation. We will return. More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

My fiancé and I walked by this restaurant while strolling through Carmel. We looked in the window and saw the staff playing music and dancing, while all the customers sang. We had to go in. We were afraid we wouldn't be able to get a table in the small, charming restaurant. The host, however, said it was no problem and... More

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New York City, New York
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

You wont regret at stopping by and eating at this place. It gets a little crowded but for a reason, everyone loves owner Faisal's food. In the middle of shopping area, you will love their dolma and salads. Oner Ayan More

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Cancun, Mexico
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

D not miss this while in Carmel! For a very enjoyable diner eating great food in a very quaint place while being entertained by a very able staff who all seen to be able to sing and or play an instrument. We had the lamb shishkabob which was tender, flavorful, served on a bed of rice with a side Greek... More

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