Felt like how I imagine Remi from ratatouille would feel with so many cheeses to choose from! I was…read moreoverwhelmed. Fantastic options and workers seemed knowledgeable on the age and differences in flavor and texture that would result. They also let you SAMPLE the ones you're interested in. I do however wish they had a cheese board option to make sampling and pricing more straight forward for someone wanting a bit of everything rather than a huge block to go.

We always have a great experience coming in here. Today we…read morewere helped by Adam. He is very knowledgeable and patient. We picked some great cheeses and signed up for the Cheese or the month club. Great shop with great selections!

I chose to make a stop here after seeing their Winter Ambrosia White Balsamic online. Ambrosia…read moreapples are my absolute favorite kind of apple so I was super excited to try this out! Although it didn't have as much of that ambrosia apple that I was expecting, it was still quite good nonetheless and I picked up one bottle. I'd say overall, I found Baker & Olive vinegars (down in SoCal) to be more flavorful and true, but this place does shine in their "25 Star" 25-year aged balsamic offering, which definitely lets this shop stand out among their peers. The 25 Star is a must try, pours a dark, rich honey like texture and tastes like blackberry and red fruit with an ultra-long honey finish. I also picked up some Haskap berry elixir mix which I was really excited by. Haskap berries I had never heard of prior to visiting this shop and they apparently contain large amounts of natural antioxidants/anthocyanins which are incredible for health. I had previously been consuming elderberries and wild blueberries which are also high in antioxidants and was delighted to find yet another natural berry source for those. The olive oils there are also quite nice -- although I was not looking for olive oils that day in particular I would return to pick up a bottle the next time I am in the area. They have so many different varietals and even do interesting stuff like Butter Olive Oil (there is no actual butter contained -- the flavor is due to the addition of some kind of nutritional yeast). Looking forward to my next trip back!!! Do check out the rest of Carmel Valley as well, it's a beautiful locale and I caught the golden hour right around 4 pm which made for some unforgettable sun-kissed sights along the drive into the valley.

Came here as we've been getting into olive oils for their variety and was told about this place…read morefrom a local. It's a self serve kind of olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting, which is cool. It's straight up oil or vinegar; there's no cracker or bread to accompany it so you get the full, unfiltered version of the oil or vinegar. Lots of options to choose from and the hardest part may be picking! We ended up with 1 olive oil and 2 balsamic vinegars (satsuma orange and dark pomegranate) and can't wait to enjoy them! Cute store and friendly service as well

Lady + larder/marmee's bar is the place to be. Want a world class cheese and charcuterie plate and…read morea bottle of great local wine? want peak of the season produce paired with perfect weather and a laid back vibe? if you've made it this far you owe it to yourself to go get you some.

They do not let you know there is a fee for credit/debit cards. Also, most items are not priced…read moreuntil it is scanned/

Roberto-- rockstar running an unbeatable deli with efficiency and kindness. Top shelf posole. Best…read morefood experience in Carmel Valley Village. The market itself is great, quirky, well-stocked (especially with ice cream and liquor), open early and late to give you everything you need and more.

We stopped by Bruno's Market & Deli on a Wednesday for dinner after hearing it was a local…read morefavorite, and it definitely lived up to the hype! I filled out the order form, and the kind gentleman working at the deli let me know they were out of the hot chicken. No big deal at all. I asked if he had any recommendations, and he suggested the tri tip. I hadn't even noticed it was one of the options, so I was actually glad he pointed it out! I told him to make it however he thought it would taste best since I'm not a picky eater, and he absolutely delivered. The tri tip sandwich was so good! It was packed with flavor, the meat was tender and delicious, and the bread was just right. It ended up being such a great choice, and I'm so glad I took his recommendation. The sandwiches were made quickly, and the customer service was outstanding. He was so attentive, acknowledging everyone who came up to the deli counter while keeping orders moving efficiently. You could tell they genuinely care about their customers. When we checked out, the cashier up front was just as friendly, which made the whole experience even better. Between the amazing service and the delicious sandwich, we'll definitely be back to try more of the deli menu. If you're in Carmel by the Sea, Bruno's is absolutely worth a stop!

Very popular spot for buying sandwiches both hot and cold. Need to take a number, fill out a…read moresandwich order form and wait for your number to be called. (We waited about 30-40 minutes for our number to be called so that we could place our order.) Sandwich is made within about 10-15 minutes once order is taken. We ordered two sandwiches: one with turkey and the other with pastrami. Ingredients are fresh and ample amounts of ingredients are placed on each sandwich. Taste is decent. Sandwiches are $11.99 each and made to your specifications with wide variety of condiments (veggies, sauces and so forth.). If you add extra meat, avocado, cheese and so on, price increases. Parking lot is available for customers and 2 hour street parking (if you can find it).

We bought the butternut squash raviolis. Sautéed in a beurre monte with sage and topped with fried…read moresage. Delicious

What a find! The owner is such a kind man. The pasta is fantastic. If I lived closer I would buy…read morepasta here weekly!

Still great after all these years! Just went yesterday for a #15 hoagie and it was delicious as…read moreever. If you are an Italian dry salami snob like me, this is your spot. I'm 99% sure he still uses Molinari salami because the flavor, texture, and taste are absolutely impeccable. Italian dry salami quality in sandwich delis in the United States has drastically declined in the last couple decades. Not here though thankfully. The selection of uncommon chips and drinks is still top-notch...this has to be the only place I've ever seen Faygo in the Monterey area! The deviled eggs are still great also. I got there too late for broccoli salad. Bennett is still running the register, cracking jokes, and making smiles happen for his old regulars. And it looks like he has a really good crew currently. We will be back again and again. While I do enjoy the more upscale Italian sandwiches of Coniglio Bros on cannery row once in awhile, nothing slaps like a sandwich from an old school neighborhood minimart deli. This is the sandwich of your childhood, your teen years, and your early adulthood. This is how California nostalgia tastes.

Fantastic! My friend…read morerecommended that we pick up sandwiches here before a Big Sur trip. I'm so glad she did - this place is great! If you'd like to order a sandwich, there is a picnic table outside with clipboards and order sheets. You can order off their very extensive menu of sandwiches, or create your own. There is a wide variety of bread, meat, and cheese options so everyone can find something they like. Be very cautious if you order a whole sandwich because saying they are huge is an understatement. When you are ready to order, you bring the sheet to the back left deli counter where they have their display and desserts. While we waited for our sandwiches, we took some time to look around the market. It is fantastic! The decor is lovely. The items they have in stock is also impressive. They have your basic items like chips and soda, but also a large international snack section. There are shelves of foreign chip flavors and drinks which is very neat. They also have a super wide variety of domestic products that you can't typically find everywhere. I was thoroughly impressed with all they have to offer. The sandwich itself was the cherry on the cake. It was the biggest sandwich I have ever seen. I was shocked at how thick and heavy it was. It was incredibly affordable too! It tasted delicious and very fresh. I will definitely be a repeat customer whenever I am in the area.

The man there was patient & helpful, especially when explaining the menu to us & providing…read morerecommendations. BBQ Brisket sandwich was to die for - tender, juicy, with just enough sauce. Even though it's been a month since our Monterey trip, my partner & I's one regret was not taking some back with us. We went for the aquarium - but would plan a trip back just to enjoy it again. Seating area & bathroom is nice & clean.

My wife and I had an incredible lunch experience here today. I've been seriously craving a…read moretraditional, no frills hot dog, and even though it was not on the menu, the staff went above and beyond. They were kind enough to sneak a couple onto the grill for us, which was an amazing gesture. The hot dogs were absolutely delicious, served on a high-quality bun shipped directly from the East Coast (the same ones they use for their Philly cheesesteaks). It was a fantastic, flavorful surprise. As you can see from the photo, my wife thoroughly enjoyed diving right into that massive foot-long! The service was top-notch, the food was spectacular (such great quality and flavor), and they truly care about their customers. We will absolutely be returning and highly recommend this spot to anyone in the Seaside area! Thank so much, its really a pleasure to find a crew that love their trade !

I read on Yelp that this market has an excellent deli, so we went here to grab sandwiches for lunch…read moreone day during our Carmel Valley stay. It was quite crowded on a Saturday afternoon. They have you fill out a form for ordering a sandwich. On one side of the form you can order a speciality sandwich with all the ingredients listed or on the other side you can build your own sandwich. Then you give the form to the deli cashier and they call your name when it's ready. I had the Malibu chicken speciality sandwich, which was excellent. It came on the softest roll and the chicken had plenty of flavor. A couple other people in our party had the tri tip sandwich and said it was delicious. I would definitely return to Jerome's for a deli lunch again.

SCW and I stopped into Jerome's Carmel Valley Market while walking around Carmel post wine tasting…read more The interior is clean and cozy with the produce off to to the right as you enter. The aisles can be a bit small which I could see being a bit of a pain if there are lots of people in the store. You can pretty much find anything you are looking for here. Albeit not necessarily the same volume as a chain grocery store but everything here seems to be good quality. We found lots of good wine as well. Then we got to the deli. It's pretty impressive with standard items like the various prepared salads (chicken, tuna, etc). We wanted to try the sandwiches and for that you'll need to get the order forms from outside near the entrance, then take them to the counter, wait a bit and they'll call you when it's ready. We both got mediterranean sandwiches to go. You can get build your own as well but I figured I'd go with one on the menu. The sandwich was delicious. Fresh ingredients, really good bread, and everything just worked in the sandwich. I really enjoyed it. We also got some butter beans from the deli and those were amazing as well. I highly recommend Jerome's and will be back again.