Sluurpy
Reset

There is only one restaurant

Cuisine

Dietary restrictions

Meals

Structure

Dishes

Best baklava in Carmel

There is only one restaurant
Selected filters:
Ranking
Sort A-Z
near you
Filters
Dametra Cafe
88/100 (8040 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Greek
Turkish
Turkish
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
European
Middle Eastern
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Gyros
The Best Clam Chowder
Chowder
Moussaka
Halibut
Shrimp
Kabobs
Lamb chops
Beef
Prawns
Baba Ghanoush
Bruschetta De Napoli
Shrimp & Crab Ravioli
Dolmas
Olive Oil Balsamic Vinegar
Cioppino
Grilled Jumbo Prawns
Pasta
Lamb
Pesto
Prawn Pasta a La Cream
Hummus
Lamb Chops
Salad
Falafel wrap
Almond Crusted Halibut
Frutti Di Mare
Clam Chowder
baklava
Four Cheese Ravioli with Chicken
Lasagna Mamma Mia
Crab
Fried calamari
Falafel
Greek Style Lamb Shank
Calamari
Greek Combination Platter
Mussels
Lasagne
Dasmascus Labneh Cheese Syria
Calamares
Fisherman's Cioppino
Salmon
Burger
Shawarma
Complimentary Baklava
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Turkish
Greek
European
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Live Music
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Mid-range
"Found this place on a whim and decided to come in and try it while honeymooning through the California Coast and wine country. The entire staff was..."
Gino Emanuels
"I have had several 5* experiences here! It is unique, friendly, attractive, and delicious! The owners and staff are extremely friendly without being..."
Tina Emmons
"Amazing service with Jordanian and Syrian touch. Amazing food and wine. I really recommend to all that pass by..."
Walter W Ramos Soares
"My review is late but I was thinking about what a great experience we had here and i had to put a review. My husband and I stopped here on my..."
Danielle Lett
"Highly recommend, I love when the cook comes out and sings. the guitar and bongos are perfect companions for it. The owner comes to your table and..."
Yoisy Beers
"The best in Carmel. The musical entertainment is an added bonus. It is best to make..."
Linda Latch
"Best restaurant in town. Great food and excellent service. You must make a reservation, or you will wait... every evening long lines. And you might..."
Simone Kopitzki
"Great food, Great people and service. New to Carmel and visiting the area with my sisters, we walked-in on Saturday, as I suddenly fancied some..."
Sangeeta Singh
"Visited demetra cafe on a Sunday at 5pm and found it almost full as compared to the other restaurants. And we came to know why when the food..."
Shreyasi Jha
"Perfect place in beautiful town. During our evening walk, we finalise to have dinner here. And it's a right decision after having food over here...."
Shreya
"We've been in Carmel several times but we never saw this place. Great food... the fried calamari was tender The appetizers plate......"
Val M.
"You have to try this restaurant. Food, service, ambiance everything was phenomenal!! They have great surprise while you are dining. Wine is amazing..."
Foodie
"Awesome food. Everything we had was terrific. The place isn't very big so be ready for a wait. We called ahead for a reservation and were glad we..."
Nathan
"A quaint little restaurant located in the picturesque town of carmel by the sea, Dametra cafe is sure to win hearts with its great food. The rates..."
Tilottama Sanyal Mukherjee
"You HAVE to try this restaurant! The atmosphere l, the food, the owners, they all get 5/5 rating. I would definitely go there for the location, the..."
Jansait
"Awesome dining experience! Everything from the atmosphere, fresh bread, starters, entrées, to the live entertainment was excellent. I highly..."
Timo Treilobs
"The food was excellent & it was such a fun night!  The owner was absolutely charming and played the oud, accompanied by a singer, Antonio, which..."
Gordon Casazza
"The food was amazing, as well as the service and the atmosphere. I had the chicken kebab and it was cooked perfectly. It was also very flavorful...."
Adrian Salvador Mercado
"Greek combo was superb! 5 stars for quality of food and service. Recommended wine was worth the price. The baklava desert was light and fresh. I will..."
Mike DeWoody
"I had the best time when the owner came in to sing to the crowd and sing happy birthday to me. Thanks it was really special. Everybody got up and..."
TimSamsTravelUSA
"My husband and I drive here from Petaluma as often as possible to enjoy the yummy food. We love the staff at Dametra Cafe and recommend it highly to..."
Jacquelyn Kay Solomon
"We had a lovely and enjoyable experience at this quaint little cafe in a serene town.The way to the restaurant and the restaurant location..."
Girish Nagagopal
"Follow the crowd. We've never been to Carmel by the Sea (great shopping) so when looking for a place to eat we noticed people patiently waiting..."
Dave
"As good as Urbanspoon says, maybe even better. Excellent hummus, Baba Ganouj, bread and Smoked salmon. Well worth..."
Andree Smith
"FUN!!. The place is small and always crowded. The food is good and well priced. BUt really its the atmosphere that brings you in. The singing,..."
Jjonimar
"Wonderful atmosphere..great food. The Turkish kebabs were excellent and I loved the baklava..."
Brian Small
"Friendly, Fun and Good. The folks were very friendly, and the setting is quaint and wonderfully Carmel. Lots of tourists at lunch. The chicken..."
Doug Bruhnke
"Great food, friendly staff, and wonderful..."
Carley Thornton
"Just an awesome experience! Great staff, food, music, and fun people all around. Highly..."
Wade1082
"Tasty and an Experience to Boot. Fantastic food and a lively and fun atmosphere. When we arrived for our reservation, they were backed up. The small..."
Kurt
"Friendly & fun atmosphere. Food is yummy! The hummus appetizer was to die for. Definitely would fine there..."
Deb Wil
"A new favorite in Carmel. Our waitress Lina was great. Had an amazing lunch. Like being at an old friends house for dinner. Won't come to Carmel..."
Paul Phillips
"This place was absolutely awesome!! From the decor, to the meal, to the little old man they brought out of the kitchen to sing.... This place does..."
Shegun
"Ordered take out...pretty good. The hummus was smooth and perfect. My gyros plate was perfectly portioned and the meat was super tasty. They gave us..."
Char Petersen
"AMAZING...food, atmosphere, owners, waiters and singing cooks! The large portioned food is authentic and delicious. The mint tea is so tasty I..."
JJR
"Incredibly Edibly!. Where do I start? Greated with a hug by the Chef Faisal which immediately made us feel warm and welcomed. Bruschetta was fresh..."
Ron E
"I agree with all the very positive reviews. This was one of the most pleasant dining experiences for us. Our grandaughters got to dance and were made..."
Cutlas
"I'd go back in a minute. We've been to Carmel a number of times and we're thinking about places we have been before. We found Damerta Cafe. Never..."
Gary
"Great Fun. If you're in Carmel and you are smart enough to make a reservation, this is a MUST restaurant!We celebrated an anniversary here..."
Dave Wilson
"Diner's Heaven. This wonderful restaurant is the best place to go for lunch and dinner in Carmel by the Sea. Make a reservation for dinner or prepare..."
The Heffner's
"This popular Mediterranean place in Carmel is worth the hype but be prepared for absurd wait times if you didn't make a reservation (and don't know..."
Dennis
"This one of our favorite stops when we are in Carmel and we have dined there over a dozen times at the time of this review. The owner is very..."
Vicious-N-Delicious
"This restaurant was superb. The food was amazing. I had the lamb shank and it was to die for, my boyfriend had the chicken pesto pizza and it was..."
Kate
"Great food and value. They do a great job at the medterranian basics and are incredibly consistent with good service. the owners/managers do a good..."
MLWBOB
"Simply Wonderful. My wife and I seem to have a knack for stumbling on to really good small restaurants and Dametra Cafe proved to be yet another..."
Ron
"Good food. Good service. Reasonable prices. That's why people line up outside. Try the Moroccan mint tea, it's..."
Ellipsoid
"Amazing, mouth-watering Greek food! The bread was toasty hot fresh from the oven, the gyros were absolutely wonderful and the Dametra Insalata was..."
Lily Lo
"Love Love Love!. Amazing Food! The staff is wonderful as well. Don't miss this..."
Amanda
"Great food and great..."
Chris Welsh
"A Feast For The Senses. Had to wait half an hour past our reservation time, which I don't do well. But the owner made sure we had wine while we..."
Don Waddell
"Delicious!. This quaint cafe on Ocean Ave.is charming and also has delicious food. Everything is very fresh and served with a smile. It is very..."
Syrah Girl
"Wow this place is happening!!. The food was to die for and the owners were so sweet. This place is tiny so make sure to have reservations. Don't..."
Jessi
"Had marvelous time and food. A must for out of town birthday party. Waiters will sing and play Greek music. Fun fun..."
Bad Habit
"Awesome dining experience. Food and service were..."
Rick Brown
"VERY friendly, welcomed as a family member. Lamb Shank 2 die 4, how about the music played by the staff, awesome ! ! Going back 2marrow 4..."
Sir Kit
"Mediterranean Magic. If you want to experience a magical evening, you owe it to yourself to pamper all of your senses and eat at Dametra's Cafe. We..."
Greg Olson
"Our Carmel Favorite. In a town with many fine restaurants, you might think it difficult to select favorites. In the case of Dametra, it would..."
G. Harrington
"If you like Greek/Mediterranean food you'll love this place. The food was very good,service excellent. Very small restaurant that gives personal..."
Rick Goodus
"Great food, great value andthe two owners offer all a family feel. Start to finish a real treat. We've been there six orore times and always good,..."
MLW
"I have eaten their twice and the food and staff are great. Their menu has lots of choices at various price points. Portions are..."
R Barr
"Stopped in for a quick bite and we were bowled over. Fabulous food and an outstanding staff. Made us feel as if we were in..."
Pascal Guillemard
"Amazing Cafe. My husband and I stopped in Carmel for lunch on our way from Monterey to Los Angeles. We came across Dametra Cafe and absolutely loved..."
Tmmu
"Service is outstanding!! Food was magnificent and very tasty. The owner, a wonderful gentleman named Faisal, went out of his way to genuinely make..."
Todd H.
"Excellent food and outstanding service. The Greek salad dressing is the best I have ever had. Stopped by for lunch, and I will definitely be back for..."
Chris
"Great food. Very friendly staff. Well worth the wait. Very small place, so a reservation is..."
Chris Young
"I love Dametra.... This is the most comfortable and delectable place in Carmel... hands down. You are definitely "at home" as soon as you walk in the..."
Tonny
"FEEL LIKE HOME AWAY FROM HOME. The dametra cafe has become the place to dine out when visiting carmel. the food is incredible and the staff are some..."
ScottySauce
"Fabulous food, excellent service! Worth the drive from San Francisco. Dined on spanikopita, bouillabaisse & cioppino. Can't say enough. Lovely..."
Afro Mexx
"Excellent!. We arrived late in town and needed something to eat. Passed 9.00pm, about all the ones that we had found were already closed and a local..."
Gilles Stroob
"My favorites include the Calamari appetizer which was the most tender and flavorful I have had in quite some..."
TheCarmelBlog.com
"The final vacation post (about 3 weeks after the fact) is here! Funny how vacation leads to more work. If you missed it, here were some thoughts..."
Gavin DeVore Leonard
"Love this place! A bit pricey, but the portions are huge and the quality is outstanding. Lamb shank melts right off the bone. Delicious homemade..."
Timmy G Music
"We really enjoyed the vibrant ambience and atmosphere here! Their food was great, and they treated us a dessert at the end of the meal. We really..."
Sabrina
"Stopped in for a late Saturday lunch around 3, and it was still quite busy for the time. Most tables were full and turning regularly. We decided on..."
Brandy Shoemaker
"Everything’s top notch here. This is the least to say. First of all the food was amazing. There are some options for vegetarians so no worries..."
Anshika Khandelwal
"The staff from beginning to end worked like a well oiled machine especially the fabulous Ivan who was so friendly, professional, and..."
Susan Macbeth
"This restaurant came recommended and it did not disappoint. The food was excellent and the service (thanks to Ivan) was even better. We drove a long..."
Lisa
"If there's ever a place that serves food that's to die for and celebrates its customers/patrons like the way Bashar and co do at Damietta cafe,..."
Salim Ali Khan
"This charming restaurant complements the town's ambiance so perfectly that it's bound to draw you back repeatedly. They've excelled in every aspect..."
Vipin Kalra
"Easily one of the most cosiest, nicest and tastiest food. The ambience is warm and welcoming and so is the staff. For vegetarians there are quite a..."
Sneha Mirajkar
"Spaces between tables were tight in Damietta . The babaganoush and Greek salad were not that tasty but the chicken shawarma wrap was very good. Their..."
Amitis Neek
"This place deserves ALL THE STARS! A must go dinner spot in Carmel. This was our second time visiting and each time did not disappoint. Their..."
Priscilla
"This is the one the best restaurant at carmel by the sea. Its a must visit restaurant. Its a mediterranean cuisine. We had to wait for 10-15mins for..."
Manish Manchegowda
"I'm crazy about this place, Bashun is the absolute best. I highly recommend this establishment for lunch or dinner. I jazzed up one of his dishes,..."
Mocalphh Brandon
"the is a very popular place. We came at 2:40pm for lunch and it was full. The food taste nice except for the steak. The portion is not very big. With..."
Wendy Z
"The moussaka was great! It was with just enough cinnamon, and the portion was very large. The service was fine, I was actually impressed that they..."
Tsuharesu P
"Food is excellent. Good quality vs price. Service was awesome, thank you for your kindness. The bathroom is very clean. We recommend the hummus as..."
Carmen Garcia
"Love the atmosphere. I recommend to make reservation on the weekend. We didn’t make one but we were early and we sat at the bar. Staff are friendly..."
Jamie Chung
Connect with Sluurpy
X
Sign in with Facebook

Sign in with Google

Sign in with Apple

By continuing, you confirm that you accept:
- Privacy policy
- Terms of use