Perfect spot to stop for a quick bite to eat. Decent prices and incredible portions! I had the Gyro…read morePlate with hummus and a Greek salad. Unfortunately, I ate before I could even think about taking a picture. It was so good! At the end of my meal, I totally dropped my entire plate and drink on the ground making a huge mess! Whoops... however the lady was kind and assured me it was okay. I definitely cleaned up the most I could but I'm still sorry I made such a mess upon my departure. I will definitely be returning to this establishment when I'm on that side of the Bay. Hopefully my leftovers will stay in my hands next time! Highly recommend!

After my first visit , I have been here twice and both the time the servers were rude. Food quality…read moreis same but they are not the only Mediterranean place in the city and I believe servers should not be rude for whatever reasons . Customers pay for service and food, if one factor goes wrong , it makes a huge difference. I hope they sort this out. it's a shame that the food being good, I might not come here again.

My only 5 star on everything is the General Historic Bar…read more What can I say I may be a lil biased because I have gotten to know Dimitri (owner) and Hamada ( Bartender) personally but I had only gotten to know them because I come to this bar frequently and they have become family to me that's what great people that are. The food is delicious! The Chicken wings with spice sriracha bomb! the smash burger and fries bomb! Hummus with pita bread bomb! And the Mediterranean fries with your choice of meat bomb, bomb!! Not only was the food on par but Hamada as bartender making drinks on point you can't go wrong with the General Historic Bar if your looking for a cool environment with chill vibes and great food and drinks this is the place. I've tried to restrain myself from writing a review because it may come off like I'm biased and plus I wanted to keep Gate keep this place as my bar and didn't want anyone to know but this place deserves it's flowers! Great place and great people!

First, the food was really good. I got the Mediterranean Duo, which was a big portion. The meat…read more(lamb & chicken) were very tender. Everything was flavorful. Second, service was great. The owner was attentive and answered our questions. He gave us some good recommendations on food and drinks. Lastly, the drinks here are amazing! I've been thinking about them since I left. I will definately be going back!

Delicious and unique mediterranean meal…read more I ordered the Mishmish chicken and lamb shank freekeh. The freekeh was delicious, with nuts mixed in as well. Lamb shank was very tender, super good with the roux. The Mishmish chicken had a sweet apricot sauce which complemented it very well. I would come again if I'm ever in Carmel! Super delicious and a gem.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was bad enough that I feel compelled to share…read moreit. We arrived at 6:45 p.m. for our 6:50 p.m. reservation and were seated promptly as a party of three. The waiter "threw the menus" on our table and walked away. About 10-15 minutes later, someone finally came to take our order. We ordered three entrées, a hummus appetizer, and a cheese bread. By around 7:00 p.m., our order had been placed with the kitchen. Unfortunately, we did not receive any food until approximately 7:45 p.m. After waiting 45 minutes, we politely asked our waiter if he could check on our order and give us an estimate of how much longer it would take. His response was surprisingly rude: "I don't know how much time your order will take. I'll have to go check." He disappeared into the kitchen and returned holding a small piece of paper with our order written on it. He then began reading the items back to us. Naturally, we assumed he was trying to verify the order, so my friend started confirming the dishes. The waiter immediately held up his hand to stop him and said, "I can see what you guys ordered. You don't have to say it to me." I explained that he appeared to be confirming the order, which is why we were responding. He simply walked away. At this point, we were frustrated by both the wait and the attitude. We told him that if the food could not arrive within the next five minutes, we were willing to pay for what we had already received and have the rest of the order canceled. Rather than apologizing or trying to resolve the situation, he pushed back and launched into a strange lecture. He told us that where he grew up, people were not taught to "talk back" and then gestured toward our table while saying that nowadays everyone feels entitled and wants their food immediately. For the record, asking about food 50 minutes after placing an order is not entitlement. Had we been demanding our food five minutes after ordering, that would be a different story. We were simply asking for basic communication and reasonable service. As for the food itself: - The hummus was decent, but the Lebanese lamb hummus contained very little lamb and was mostly topped with tomatoes. - The cheese bread was disappointing. The bread tasted stale and wasn't properly toasted. - The Chicken MishMish was interesting and probably the highlight of the meal. The chicken itself wasn't particularly juicy, but the sauce was flavorful and well executed. The rice portion, however, felt quite small. - The lamb ravioli was good and easily the best dish we ordered. - The kafta meatballs were solid but not particularly memorable. In the end, did I miss out on anything by not eating here before? No. Did I gain anything from finally trying it? Not really. Would I go back? Definitely not. What I will remember is not the food but the service. The entire experience felt like the staff were doing us a favor by allowing us to eat there. Spending roughly $150 and leaving feeling disrespected is not something I plan to repeat. If you're looking for an average meal accompanied by long waits, unnecessary attitude, awkward conversations, and a tense dining environment, then Yafa might be exactly what you're looking for. Good luck!

Don't let the gas station location fool you -- that's correct! This spot serves some seriously…read moreamazing food. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and the portions were incredibly generous. The hospitality was just as impressive as the food; the staff made us feel genuinely welcome. One thing to note: on holidays and busy weekends, they do sell out of some popular items, so it's worth planning ahead or getting there early. Definitely a hidden gem and absolutely a place I'd stop by again.

Omg! I live So Cal. Tons of Shawarma near me. This is the…read morebest! It sets the bar high for anywhere else. Love it is an understatement. The wrap and plate are excellent!!! I get it on the way up to San Cruz and on the way home!

Dametra Cafe is a pan-Mediterranean restaurant right in the downtown area of Carmel. We passed by…read moreone evening and it was completely full with a line waiting outside. So we decided to stop by for lunch the next day after a nice hike along the beach so we were quite hungry, which is a good thing because the servings are quite hearty. The meal started with some very nice bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Along with a couple glasses of local sparkling wine. I ordered the lamb kebabs and my partner ordered a Greek salad. The lamb kebabs were served with s Greek salad, rice pilaf, Tzatziki sauce and warm pita bread, The Greek Salad was also served with Tzatziki sauce and pita bread. I have to say that all elements of the meal were over the top excellent, down to the wonderful Tzatziki sauce. It was a fabulous meal. We were too sated to order a dessert and were brought a couple of small pieces of baklava to finish the meal. Service was warm and professional. Highly recommended!

Dametra Cafe is a Mediterranean restaurant in Carmel-By-The-Sea. There's street parking nearby and…read moreplenty of indoor seating. The ambiance inside is eclectic, charming, and comfortable, good for small groups of 2-4 people or a family. The service was a bit slow, but our waiter was kind. They brought out the bread first, which paired well with the oil/balsamic mixture. Then, we ordered the Dametra Royal Combination, the Greek Combination platter, and the chicken shawarma sandwich. The Royal combination platter was good for sharing and gave me the chance to try all the appetizers that I was craving. The tzatziki and hummus were my favorite thing on the table overall. However, the dolmas were a bit too salty and the spanakopita was a bit soggy. The combination platter had well cooked lamb and a salad with hummus and pita. The lamb was a bit bland, but had a tender texture and was a sizable portion. The chicken shawarma sandwich was also a bit bland and difficult to eat since the outside was too hard. However, the waiters gave us free baklava when they saw we didn't really finish our meals. Overall, the prices were expensive, but the portions and ambiance were good. If you're looking for a Mediterranean meal while at Carmel-By-the-Sea, Dametra is a good option.

Best food and best experience here. They always go above and beyond and the food does as well!read more

Worth the hype! I'll be honest, being a Korean from Los Angeles, you're sometimes skeptical at…read morethese places that are fusion. But I saw the buzz and had to check it out. SO glad I did. First things first, service was excellent top to bottom. From check in to waters refilled, they really know how to do it. Huge shoutout to our server Margo who was just the sweetest. I felt too strange trying the Korean Korean food since I always compare it to mom's cooking, but the portions I saw from them were huge and I would definitely try one next time. I opted for the kimchi smashburger instead and as a kimchi fanatic, it was incredible! Margo explained the kimchi is made in-house and she sold me from there. Next time in town, I need to bring a cooler to buy a bottle or two. Husband had the California burger which was also great. Both of our fries were also top notch. We left so stuffed. Really nice big patio that's dog friendly with live music (at least on Sunday).

Service is quick which is nice... food is average tasting, with little Flavor. They've increased…read moretheir pricing and lowered the quality. $18 for a salad... not worth it. Last time coming here. For fast food, its convenient but not worth the price

Pretty disappointing overall. The shawarma was whatever, the…read moreLavash bread was hard, and the fries were soggy and undercooked. The pita pizza looked raw and honestly gross. The gyro ended up making my stomach sick, and everything tasted super greasy--like it was all cooked together. For the price, the food quality just wasn't there at all. Definitely not worth it. Wouldn't go back.

I love this place. The owners are very kind and always respectful. The food is delicious. If you…read morelove lentil soup, than you will love theirs. It is hearty and heart warming with a deep flavor. Their perfectly spiced pita chips go great with it! Perfect comfort food for a rainy day (or really any day). The restaurant is cafeteria style and has outdoor seating along Monterey Rd. There are lighted trees outside and that makes the evenings lovely to sit outside. I thoroughly enjoy this restaurant and feel it is an asset to Morgan Hill. Thank you for blessing me when I come in and for your delicious lentil soup! See you again soon

@mrfalafelus in Morgan Hill really surprised us! We loved the cute charm, delicious crispy wraps,…read moreflavorful meat and perfect rice We could really taste the char and the sauces were elite. We especially enjoyed the spicy chili and would absolutely eat here again #bayarea #foodie #mediterranean #hiddengem #datenight

First time to eat at Zameen and I love it! Located in a nice commercial area with inside and…read moreoutside seating. Plenty of parking space. The young man who took my order was amazing! Very polite and attentive. I ordered the Falafel wrap and it was so good! It was wrapped in pita bread which was perfectly done. The falafel itself was tasty and perfectly cooked. Definitely will come back again!

Did takeout from here for a picnic at the beach. We got 2 falafel gyros and our friends got the…read morechicken bowls.everything tasted great and flavorful. The pita for the gyros was big and soft and super yummy. It was more bready than a pita. The falafel gyros were stuffed with greens, falafels and feta+tahini. I docked 1 star for the favt that hot sauce was an upcharge. I haven't come across any middle eastern/Mediterranean joint which charges for hot sauce. It was flavorful enough without it but would still have liked it if it was there. Nevertheless will be visiting soon again!

The dining room is elegant, the servers are attentive and pleasant, and the food is exquisite. My…read morefamily was skeptical in my choice of this "Mediterranean" restaurant, thinking it was going to be the basic fair of dips and pita, dry falafels and dry kebobs, but they were surprised at how good the food was--in taste, variety, and presentation. The fried bolani with its three dips was very satisfying, as was the fresh fettucine, with a choice of lamb (delicious!) or arugula pesto. The whole trout dish was superb. We would have stayed for the excellent housemade (I think) desserts but we were just too stuffed!

Ambiance: 5 Food: 3…read moreService: 3 This place is overpriced for what you get. The presentation is nice but they give you quite small portions for the $30 price tag. The service was inconsistent. We only saw our waiter twice throughout the meal. We had to ask for everything we needed. The one nice thing was they brought over a birthday candle on a chocolate cake since i told them it was my dad's birthday. Things to improve; value for money Make sure the food is hot when it comes out Check in more Make sure portions and quality match price