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Dametra Cafe, Carmel By the Sea, CA

Dametra Cafe

4.7
4.7
274 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Dametra Cafe is a casual Mediterranean restaurant. Here, diners can expect high-quality healthy food delivered quickly in a relaxed atmosphere. The decor and styling of the dining room is distinctly Greek, specifically like one of the many coastal cities that the country is known for. Between that and the hearty portions and prompt service, Dametra Cafe sits nicely between an upscale restaurant and quick-service places.Dametra's Cafe features primarily Greek cuisine, with some Italian and Spanish thrown in for good measure. Appetizers include hummus with pita bread, fried calamari, grilled jumbo prawns and steamed mussels in a white wine and garlic sauce. The meals are split between sandwiches, pasta and entrée offerings and features dishes such as shrimp and crab ravioli, a salmon burger with red onion and tomatoes, lamb shish kebab and a Greek style lamb shank with rice pilaf and fresh vegetables.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (831) 622-7766
  • Website
    http://www.dametracafe.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Menu

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What 274 people are saying

Dametra Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Child-friendly

  • California Central Coast

    Hot spot

  • California Central Coast

    Lively

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Child-friendly

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Good for groups

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Healthy

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Hot spot

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dametra Cafe in Carmel is a vibrant Mediterranean gem known for its "excellent food, service, and atmosphere." Guests rave about the "fun and lively" experience with live music and dancing. The menu features "delicious" offerings like lamb shish kebabs, clam chowder, and moussaka. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.
274 Reviews

  1. Dipika VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A tried and tested great option for Greek Food on the main Carmel by the Sea strip! Delicious food and menu has something for everyone. This lively restaurant has musical entertainment throughout the evening with guitarists and percussionists and ads so much fun to the already buzzing atmosphere. I always enjoy bringing out of town guests and family to Dametra when visiting Carmel and can’t wait to return again!

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  2. LAVONNE

    Central Coast7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place, eat here every time our travels bring us to Carmel

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, service is great and the ambiance is quite the experience. It’s my go to place when in Carmel.

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  4. Steve

    San Francisco30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Dametra, never disappoints…great food, service & energy… love the music and the atmosphere…a must for visitors & locals looking for Mediterranean cuisine…looking forward to our next visit…

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  5. Veronica

    Hawaii15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a reservation, noted it was our anniversary. Table we got seated was okay, no acknowledgment at all.

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  6. BLANCA VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent place tho have a great food and time. Love it!

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  7. Robert

    San Francisco6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been to this location several times in past visits to Carmel. I was disappointed in the Gyro platter which is the second time I have had this selection for dinner. The lamb was very overcooked as they cut it in wedges VS off a rotating pit as done in many Greek restaurants. A Greek salad is normally made with lettuce, cucumbers, olives and FETA cheese. My salad had some type of a lump of cheese on top of salad. It was not FETA. Greek rice was great. My wife had the Chicken Kabob, and it was ok except for the salad combination used. Cheesecake and coffee were excellent. Upon a return to this location, I would not order that Gyro platter again, next time I will try the pork chops. Music provided to quests was Excellent. It shows the staff enjoy singing and dance for the customers.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved spending my mom’s birthday there. They were all so kind to us and made the night memorable.

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  9. bill VIP

    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food are always excellent! Try the Lasagna, you won’t be disappointed!

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  10. JeffreyH

    Los Angeles14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just a wonderful and warm experience. Great food, friendly staff, great live music. The highlight of our trip!

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Dametra Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 274 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 36 times today
Google Map for Dametra Cafe

S E. Corner of Ocean & Lincoln, Carmel By the Sea, CA 93921

Additional information

  • Area
    Carmel
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Vegan, Wine
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