Carmel's Hidden Gem Restaurant Restaurant in Carmel-by-the-Sea

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#37 From 108 in Carmel-by-the-Sea
8.9
61 Review
Ambience
8.9/10
Food
8.9/10
Interior
8.9/10
Prices
8.9/10
Service
8.9/10
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Price & Cuisine
$$ New American , Spanish
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Restaurant
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If you feel hungry after visiting African Odyssey, have a meal at this restaurant. Village Gem Restaurant offers its guests to degust Spanish cuisine. Serving good schnitzels, pork and beet salads is the feature of this place. Do not go away without tasting tasty bread pudding, cheesecakes and lemon pie. The wine list is versatile, every visitor will find something that satisfies their taste. It's a must to order great coffee when coming to this spot. Many people note that the waitstaff is nice here. In accordance with the guests' opinions, prices are low. At this restaurant, people can enjoy the peaceful ambiance and beautiful decor. Google users who visited Village Gem Restaurant state that the most suitable rating is 4.4.
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DM
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10
9 months ago
Good food, great service, tiny restaurant.
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Cinda Rossi
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10
10 months ago
Exceptional food and wonderful service from Amir. Service Dine in Price per person $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Grilled Artichoke
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Cinda Rossi
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10
10 months ago
Service Dine in Price per person $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Grilled Artichoke
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Wutor Kwame
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11 months ago
We were greeted warmly. But service lacked the attention. We noticed that other patrons were asked if they wanted certain items where we had to ask for them. Food was good but service can be improved for all who dine here. Service Dine in Meal type Breakfast Price per person $30–50
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Wutor Kwame
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8
11 months ago
Service Dine in Meal type Breakfast Price per person $30–50
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Eric
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10
A year ago
We had the hand made ravioli, salmon and fluffy pastry appetizer, the salmon entree cooked medium well, and a cheesecake to finish it off. They were all spectacular. Ravioli was very melt-in-your-mouth kind of dish; I do think it could have had stronger flavor. The sauce that went with it was probably the best ravioli sauce I’ve ever had. The medium well salmon entree was tender and juicy. I didn’t expect a bed of vegetables underneath; it was a great add. The cheesecake was very soft, like a mousse and the strawberries and berries that went with it were perfect. I did not expect the quality of the entrees to be this splendid after a first impression of the restaurant. The atmosphere isn’t wrong, it’s just very quaint and more low-key. Like a humble hole in the wall kind of place. But it was nice. I’ll definitely consider coming back when I’m in town. Server was great 👍, very kind guy.
We stumbled upon this rather hidden away restaurant by hazard, having exhausted other options. We were game for anything by that stage, so fortunately we settled in for what turned out to be a memorable meal. Although it was a cool night, we did the traditional Carmel thing and ate outside, under the gas heater, with blankets provided. The food was all excellent, and we were extremely well looked after by the friendly and knowledgeable waiter. It is perplexing that the place was almost empty and I hope that turns around for the new owner because they are doing a splendid job. I ate the lamb cutlets with polenta and a delicious sauce, sticky and rich. At the table we also had the salmon (pictured below), the Berkshire pork schnitzel and a gorgeous bottle of local wine. Highly recommended. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $50–100
Wow! Place was recommended to me and exceeded all expectations! Had the lamb and my wife had the seafood stew. Both were incredible. The broth on the stew was rich like bisque. So good! To cap it off we had the cheesecake and it was like no other cheesecake I’ve ever had. Texture was light and fluffy, while the flavor was like the best cheese you’ve ever tasted. Have to have it!!! Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $30–50
Driving from the Bay area with great anticipation and ending up with an hour of waiting for food and disappointment. It is a pretty new place and I think it has the issue of new restaurants, which are not running smoothly and this can cause a long waiting time. I understood that so I asked them to pack the food. But the interesting part is that they packed an incomplete dish, the Frittata in the picture as you see is only coming with the egg, where are the avocadoes and the potato? It is not the right way to run the business. I hope the business owner can improve this gradually. And I don't suggest you visit the place at this point.
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TZ
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10
A year ago
Truly hidden Gem restaurant!!!! Beautiful vibes, wonderful service and amazing foood!!! The season soup is unique and delicious! :) Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $50–100
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