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    Del Carmen

    3.9 (126 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    DEL CARMEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Live music
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Combination Platter
    Phil E.

    Loud and the live singer (who is pretty good) makes it very difficult to hear people at your table. 3.99 for a tea (it was good sweet tea... but that is ridiculous $) I had the combination platter it was fairly good with an assortment of tastes. Our Server was very good

    Kerri E.

    This is on the Main Street of Dade City and is attached to a Mexican store. We were seated right away. It's cute inside with painted wall scenery, brightly painted tables and chairs. Our server had a great personality. She was pretty busy so not as attentive as she could have been, but it was average. The food was a major disappointment. The chips are thick and bland. Salsa was runny. I had the house burrito with chicken. It was huge, but there were huge chunks of chicken, chewy and bland. It should have been shredded. Coke products but no Coke Zero. Huge drink cups but the beverages are $3.99 each. They had a dinger there in traditional Mexican attire but it was so loud it was difficult to have a conversation. I would not return.

    Gordita
    Janet M.

    If you're looking for authentic Mexican flavor in Central Florida, this is the real deal! They've got it all: delicious Mexican food, nieves de garrafa, fresh produce, spices, traditional candy, pan dulce, clothing, pots and pans, even little knickknacks and don't miss the carnicería! There's also a restaurant right next door serving up tasty dishes. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, just like you'd expect from true Mexican hospitality. The vibe instantly brought me back to Mexico it genuinely felt like stepping into a piece of my homeland. A must-visit if you're craving a slice of authentic culture and flavor!

    Jeff D.

    Had a very good lunch at Del Carmen. Betsy, our server, was charming and efficient. I had the Tamale Platter. It came out fast and HOT! The pork tamales with Red Sauce were on point and came with fluffy rice and homemade refried beans. Will definitely be back!

    Patricia C.

    The place is delicious and huge . They also have a grocery store attached where they sell meats , veggies and lots of goodies . The location is big and clean . The service was great from the front of the house to the servers. We had a chorizo cheese dip trio it was delicious. My chicken burrito was amazing just great flavor and served hot . Sadly some place have great food and the food isn't hot or just room temperature and that kills it but not here . Zero complaints with our meal or service. My husband chicken fajita he said was very flavorful and he was happy he got few tortillas some place give you like 2 or 3 here they have 5 tortillas and he was in heaven . Next time I got try the margaritas they looked delicious. We definitely will be back To eat again .

    Elizabeth M.

    One of my favorite Mexican restaurants! If not my favorite, love their margs & food is incredible. The ambience is so fun & the interior of the restaurant is decorated so cool. Also being connected to a market is an added bonus

    Pottery/art for sale
    Cristina B.

    First time at Del Carmen. I was very excited to try this place because my cousin has been here many times and highly recommended it. We actually came here together and it lived up to all the hype :) I get a sense/feel for a place as soon as I walk in. When I walked into Del Carmen I immediately felt "home". This place doubles as a market AND restaurant!!! We walked in through the back and they have EVERYTHING that screams Mexico ! A plethora of things/options! From piñatas hanging from the ceiling to artisan gifts/ceramics, Mexican candy... and more. They have a "takeout" window as soon as you walk in and a section for indoor/sit in dining.I ventured off after eating and it just kept getting better. They have a small section with fresh made "pan dulce" (bread) and a ramp that leads to a "meat shop"...oh but there's more! Lol....behind that there's another section with cowboy hats, boots and traditional (Mexican)women and men's clothing. I mean, they have it ALL. I was in awe! Ok, let's get to the food because it was very delicious. As a Mexican who actually grew up visiting Mexico earth summer and had home cooked traditional/from scratch Mexican meals, I'm not picky but definitely selective. They have a pretty extensive menu. I had the chicken mole and it was actually VERY delicious. The salsa for the chips was a bit watery and bland for my taste but overall the mole being that good made up for it. Their horchata is also very yummy. I like it with a bit more cinnamon but it was still very good. Service was very prompt despite it being crowded for lunch! I will definitely be returning and before finishing my review I must say the ambiance/decor/aesthetic was my absolute favorite! I love the colorful vibrance that is so true to our culture. They have beautifully crafted chairs with Mexican icons painted on the back of some of the chairs throughout the restaurant. Overall great experience! Highly recommend a visit here!

    Nachos with the guacamole appetizer in the background
    Katie G.

    So many great things on the menu! Especially the guacamole appetizer. And their chips are different than most Mexican restaurants, but fantastic.

    Empanada dinner!
    Charlie W.

    This is a real treat. The dishes are amazing and the margaritas are soothing. We had a party of four and everyone enjoyed their lunch. I had the meat empanada was exceptional! Easy parking on the street.

    Pasole
    Tasha M.

    I've had this spot book marked for so many years and just finally got the opportunity to get in the area and give it a try. Located an a cute downtown centric area, I had no problem finding parking on the street on a Sunday afternoon. This is a restaurant / bodega so don't forget to stop in the attached store after your meal. Plenty of seating, this is a pretty spacious restaurant. I was seated immediately. Service was friendly albeit a bit slow. Pisole is served on the weekends so I had to go for a bowl. It was a large serving for $13.99 easily enough to take home some for lunch the next day. The broth is rich with chicken flavor. This has definitely been stewing for hours. The chicken itself was not flavorful and a tad bit dry but the Verde soup and hominy was really good. I also ordered three tacos with rice and beans to take home. Wash all this down with a Modelo especial and I call it a good meal. The attached Bodega has so much variety and almost everything you could need for a nice Mexican meal at home. I really enjoyed my meal here and we'll absolutely revisit when in the area.

    Cute interior
    Rose Leah L.

    This was our first time here, but we definitely need to come back to try more entrees. The decor inside is super cute. They have beautiful frescos on all of the walls, and all of the chairs & tables are painted differently. Their chips & salsa were so good. Service was excellent. Everyone in our party of 5 loved the food that they ordered. I highly recommend the molcajete & ribs in green sauce. Their sangria is good too. I need to come back to try their Pozole (weekend special) & tamales. We live an hour away from Dade City, but it's definitely worth the drive.

    Disgusting burrito
    Louie Milla B.

    I went here for lunch with my daughter . The place was not busy. It took a while for our food to come and when it did it was cold . The chicken in my burrito was so tough I couldn't chew it and the sauce over it tasted like ravioli sauce . I mentioned to my server who seen I only tried a bite she only said sorry and walked away. She never came by for refills on our drinks and we had to ask for our check . Terrible food and customer service . I don't recommend a waste of money .

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    Best place. Store is fabulous. Food spectacular. churros and horchata wicked awesome. Just go

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