We wanted to try this place after the changeover. We checked online for their schedule. We noted they would be closing in about 1 hour. We went ahead and called to place an order for pick up. We were rudely told sorry we are not taking in more orders. I asked why not? They said they decided to close early and were shutting down the kitchen. WOW so you just arbitrarily decide to shutdown for no apparent reason. No emergency, no urgent issue. So a first time customer and I actually said that on my call at the beginning. So we will NEVER patronize your business ever. We wanted to try this place after the changeover. We checked online for their schedule. We noted they would be closing in about 1 hour. We went ahead and called to place an order for pick up. We were rudely told sorry we are not taking in more orders. I asked why not? They said they decided to close early and were shutting down the kitchen. WOW so you just arbitrarily decide to shutdown for no apparent reason. No emergency, no urgent issue. So a first time customer and I actually said that on my call at the beginning. So we will NEVER patronize your business ever. read more

Solid 3 here. Great space! Huge! Seemed a bit understaffed - the staff were awesome, but appeared overworked. Nice large bar and the beer was cold. Wings were crispy but the garlic parm sauce on them was not good at all. Diverse menu - Lots Inwoukd try in the future. I took 2 stars for overworked staff and the wing sauce, but that's not enough to keep me away - I hope to add a star on my next visit! read more

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Sometimes the food is okay, sometimes the food is above average, other times it's not so good. The atmosphere definitely could use some improvements. This place seems to have an identity crisis, this was more of an American bar, that was taken over with Latin cuisine. However, the decor could use some Latin flavor. Honestly when I walk in, I feel like I entered a funeral home. read more

Ekk! First time going to this place just because we are craving for some new flavors and wanted to try restaurant we haven't been to. First time reviewing a place that I'm giving one star. Went here to order take-out and stayed in the bar to wait for our orders. My husband got mojito and IT LITERALLY TASTE LIKE ****, like just plain rum with mint, I thought it was expired at first. Literally the worst mojito we ever tasted. I was not able to take pictures as we threw almost everything out. For appetizer we got Fried calamari and jalapeño poppers. Their calamari was frozen and taste old. Poppers is okay. For main I get the chicharrron de Pollo, chicken has flavor outside but very dry inside had sweet plantain as side. My husband got the Cuban Sandwich instead of mustard they put mayonnaise (kept complaining as how can anyone messed that up right?!) with a side of what tasted like frozen fries with no salt. My sister got the Fish tacos which was very very salty with no sauce on the side, added tostones with no salt as well. (Like really? Urgh!!) Got 3 Tres leches, it was good two has chocolate on top and one without (reason I'm giving one star) Place was okay with few people and there was a karaoke happening every Thursday. (Again this is based on my experience, was hoping it would be an authentic Latin restaurant but ehhhh definitely not going back) read more

Tavern on 52 - a bar with neon lights - Latin American Near Me - Carmel, New York

Outstanding food, so far I've stayed within the Spanish influence foods and have not been disappointed. Ordered food tonight and as always it arrives warm and full of flavor. Gonna step out of the comfort zone and try a non Spanish dish next time. Highly recommend read more

My boyfriend and I ordered food for the two of us through their website at around 1:45. Order was placed, money disputed from account and said it would be ready at 2:15. When we arrived for pick up the parking lot was empty, lights off and door locked even though online and their hours posted to their window said that they should be open. We waited for 20 minutes, knocking and calling with no reply. Not sure how to go about getting a refund on our order with no one to reply to us. This situation is extremely upsetting as ordering out is not as affordable as we all wish. Also hope this awares the owners to change their online website to not automatically place orders without an employee accepting it first. read more

Tavern on 52 - business hours - Latin American Near Me - Carmel, New York

The menu has always attracted me but was not sure a place in carmel could deliver great Latin food. They sure delivered on authentic Latin dishes. while the name wouldn't let on to Latin dishes this is the place to go if you want some good home quality Latin food . I had the pernil and it was perfectly moist and tasty with flavory crispy pieces and great pork skin.. yum . I also had to try the chicharon/fried chicken piece Mofongo. It was amazing with great presentation in a traditional pilon (mortar) with a great mix of meat and fried platano and the gravy was delicious. We also had a beef fajita that was flavorful with some minimal grizzly pieces. No longer do I have to travel to the Bronx to get great Latin food . Overall dining experience was tavern like and we just happened to know 90% of the people dining there that night .. read more

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After trying Tavern on 52 for the first time I can't figure out why they're not packed. There's a sign outside that says Caribbean food, I don't think that's exactly accurate. A combination of a Mexican, Dominican, Latin food with some US favorites. A group of diverse people could come with very varied eating habits/tastes and be very very happy. I sampled the Pernil, another word for slow cooked pork shoulder. It was tender, juicy, flavorful. The fried soft plantains (not the dry crispy ones) were DEE LISH, beans were tasty and brothy. Service was prompt, friendly, attentive, not intrusive. Pricing was on point. Place was very clean. Honestly, go there. Off the beaten track and not busy....yet. read more

Tavern on 52 - Pernil, fried plantains and beans - Latin American Near Me - Carmel, New York

Slimey tasted like it was microwaved don't eat here although the staff were nice I would not eat here again

I really really wanted to like this place, for many reasons... However, the place is dark, dated, dusty and not at all comforting... The service was good, friendly and the food came out in a timely manner. It's a tad bit pricey, and the food is okkk.. I had shrimp monfongo $26. and it was a little dry, plus the shrimps are on the side..not inside the monfongo... I really hope this place makes some changes, it would be nice to have Latin food in the area.. Good luck. read more

The service is very good, the people are friendly and helpful in finding what to order. I have only visited this location one time, the food was okay. On Monday they had $1 wings and Tuesday they have $2 tacos. The wings were okay. I ordered the trio de empanadas, it comes with beef chicken and cheese, the crust was a little burnt but the cheese was my favorite. We also ordered mofongo and quesadillas. I wouldn't say the steak mofongo was the best but it was alright .. the steak quesadilla was alright too, I didn't fully enjoy the super chewy parts of the steak in both of the meals. The ambience is casual there is a full bar on one side and tables and booths on the other side. My favorite by far was dessert, the churros were so yummy! It comes with ice cream and the churros are nice and warm. read more

We are new to the area but live pretty close so thought we would try it. We were looking for some tasty food and really enjoyed the food here. We had the empanadas, shrimp mofongo, and the churrasco. Everything was delicious! Dominican style rice and beans seasoned perfectly. YUM! read more

Sooo you know how they say that its not home til you find a good food spot in your area?! Finally!!! Moved to Carmel about a year and a half ago and tried most of the spots in the area but this?!?!!! Amazing so flavorful. Im from the city and this place would knock a lot of places out the water! Didnt expect the food to be this good bc it looks like a regular local bar but a neighbor recently mentioned they ordered and loved it. Sooo we had shrimp tempura, pork mofongo, and garlic shrimp with white rice and sweet plantains Our waiter was a young man( didnt get his name) soooo nice and attentive great guy!!! The cook even came out to say hello and to check if we were enjoying the food. The drinksssss !!! We had mojitos and margaritas. Delicious Its hard to find a place with good food and drinks but this place is def it. We eat out about 3 times a week and have had the chance to try a ton of places but this will be our go to! read more

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Please please go to this restaurant you won't be disappointed. It's the Caribbean haven in Hamlet. Food,drink, ambiance love love the food!!! Run don't walk to Tavern on 52!!! read more

Just went last week for the first time. The empanadas were so good! I got a steak mofongo that was amazing! Karaoke Thursday nights! read more

Tavern on 52 - a large plate of food - Latin American Near Me - Carmel, New York

You're missing out if you haven't been to Tavern on 52. Best food l've had in a long time with great prices. Atmosphere is lacking but that's not important to me. Chef always comes out to greet us and goes above and beyond. You will not be disappointed. read more

Amazing food, service and atmosphere. I migrated from nyc to the mountains and missed the cultural food. After finding this place that longing was satiated. read more

I placed an order online and was given a 30min pick up window. My husband arrived on time to pick up our order and he was told that it was not ready. He waited over 30 additional minutes for the food to finally come out. Sadly, the food was terrible! My husband ordered the skirt steak and complained that it had no flavor - just tasted like hot meat and was very tough. I ordered the steak mofongo which, again, had absolutely no flavor and was dry. They did not provide sauce for the mofongo and the steak was also lacking seasonings and very tough. Each dish came with "salad" that was more like a soggy slaw. It was our first time ordering from here and it was very disappointing. They need to refine their menu as it is a bit all over the place - Caribbean, Italian, Mexican, American. We are originally from the city and miss eating Latin foods so we were excited to find a restaurant that serves "authentic" Caribbean cuisine. We will never order from here again... the search lives on. read more

This is place amazing. From the food to the service everything is great. Will definitely keep coming back and continue to the spread the word. There are not many Latin places around with great food. This place deserves 10 stars. read more

Tavern on 52 - Latin American Near Me - Carmel, New York