Carmel Kitchen & Wine Bar

Nice atmosphere. Calamari was delicious. Stay away from flat breads unless you enjoy eating cardboard...I think cardboard may even have better flavor. the shrimp and lobster on the flat bread was rubbery. Short rib tasted more like a pot roast. I would go back for calamari and drinks but that is all.

We went here for a Ladies Night Out and they had a nice large table back by the wines. This is a beautiful restaurant, very nice atmosphere and the prices are very reasonable. We loved all the options, and the food was great!

I am a little conflicted as to how I feel about this place. Any place can have an off night & hopefully this is what we experienced.
The good: beautiful decor, inviting atmosphere & friendly ambiance. Extensive menu of appetizers, entrees and drinks. Spinach cauliflower dip was amazing. Drinks special was good. You can order on an iPad where you can read details about the item & see pictures.
The not so good: felt rushed even though there was not a wait list. The waitress seemed very knowledgeable & we followed her recommendation (against my better judgment). Ordered Mediterranean steak & chicken bowl. The rice was super dry & there was not enough salsa that came on the side to make it less dry. Adding more salsa didn't really help.
They did send the manager over with some extra salsa and an apology. So that makes me hopeful that it was an off night. Steak and the chicken from the bowls were okay. But definitely not okay enough for the price tag of $18.

I want to give them another try and will update the review if we go.

We are regulars. 3 to 4 days a week. The entire staff is like family to us. Food is great, Wine is great! What else can the First Family say!

A very pleasant spot to dine. Great wait staff, versatile menu,good food and drink. Reasonable prices. Consistently pleased when we go there. Have and will recommend.