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    Chris J.

    Let's start with the positives. The décor is unique, clean, and full of character. The space has a charming European feel, and the food presentation is very pretty each dish looks thoughtfully plated. Service was a bit slower than I'm used to, so this is definitely not your typical quick breakfast stop. Also, don't come expecting the usual breakfast staples like toast, pancakes, or a side of bacon. The menu leans more toward a curated dining experience rather than a traditional breakfast. Portion sizes were on the smaller side, but again, the presentation was beautiful. I ordered a regular coffee. It was strong somewhere between decent and average. Not the best, but not the worst either. I asked for a refill, and when we received the bill there was an additional $6.82 charge. I was later told that regular coffee does not come with refills. If I had known that beforehand, I probably would not have ordered another cup, or I might have tried one of their specialty coffees instead. Overall, it's a cute spot with European-inspired décor and a unique concept. It's the kind of place you should probably try at least once for the experience.

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    Bob M.

    Great food and great service. Feels like you are in a Euro cafe. The artichoke tart and shirred dukkah eggs were an excellent assortment of flavors

    Bruce F.

    I had high expectations coming in but left a little disappointed. The inside had that European bistro feel but the food was mid at best and the service was very very slow. I would have understood if they were busy but such was not the case. I ordered the truffled egg brioche: truffled egg tartine, sous-vide poached hen's egg, roasted asparagus, truffle oil, preserved lemon, watercress, bottarga, fontina. It took almost 45 minutes after placing the order and it was without much flavor. I asked for ground pepper and our server brought out a very small amount in a dish. I'l plan to return and check out some of their offerings.

    Labneh & Za'atar
    Fatima G.

    You know when you go back after a year and order Labneh Tartine again without knowing that was the same dish you ordered a year ago, it confirms the dish was THAT good! The flavors between tangy, sweet and sour were yet again epic! Pretty regular customer flow for a weekday it was delicious espresso and a lovely dish! The ciabatta added a nice crunch and texture! The fusion flavors were so evident. Okay must try!

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    Justice M.

    This a lovely hidden gem located within walking distance of Hotel Carmichael and the Carmel Farmers' Market (which is where we came from)! Aesthetically, it's really charming with an eclectic mix of vintage decor and plants, mix-and-matched tables and chairs, with dim lighting. We were greeted promptly by a friendly employee. They were very helpful with our questions about the menu, as well. We ended up ordering the red rooibos cappuccino and a vanilla latte, both with oat milk. If you like your drinks sweet, I would definitely recommend asking for additional sweetener because they were on the bitter side but still delicious. As for meals, we both ordered the shakshuka with two eggs, and extra bread for dipping. It was phenomenal! The flavor was incredible. The tomato sauce was vibrant and full-bodied, but the addition of an herbaceous accompaniment really helped to brighten it. The eggs were runny and the yolk added a creamy element, too. We were both left feeling very content with our impromptu brunch and are glad we gave it a try! We'll definitely be back. There are several vegetarian options and the shakshuka can be made vegan. Their menu also states that they decline alterations to the entree items just fyi!

    George S.

    The moment you walk into this place, you know you're in store for something special. It has a shabby sheik feel with a relaxing European ambiance. Don't be in a rush when you come in cause it's not exactly speedy service. That's ok though especially when you know the food will be exceptional once it's placed in front of you. It's refreshing to see that the food here is prepared with love. The chef cares and it shows. The dishes here are on the smaller side than what you're used to. Instead of quantity, they focus on quality. A well prepared savory dish. It was Delicious. If you happen to be in the area and want to try something different, look no further. This is it. Enjoy!

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    April B.

    We were staying at the nearby Hotel Carmichael so we decided to pop in for a late breakfast. I have to eat gluten-free and only did a quick glance at the menu before stopping in because breakfast is usually pretty easy for me to eat. I had one option on the short menu. My friend and I ordered different items-she had a quiche and I had dukka eggs. Both were very tasty. For me, normally, I would have likely opted for a different dish but I was pleased! She was happy with her breakfast and tea that was served in a lovely Staub teapot. Our service was quick and friendly. Coffee art was beautiful. When you walk in it feels like you've stepped right into a lovely Parisian bistro.

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    Paige W.

    Loved this spot will definitely be back. Service was amazing, the waitress was very sweet and gave me perfect recommendations. The inside is nice with a little eclectic vibe. Shakshuka: 5/5 the sauce had perfect amount of spice. the bread they paired with had the perfect crunch while being soft inside. Polar opposite: 5/5 loved the drink, as you sip it changes from full espresso to a yummy latte ending.

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    Laurel S.

    We had a fantastic experience at Eggshell. A lazy Sunday drive in Carmel led us to dine in at Eggshell. Having sampled their food years ago, we finally got a chance to stop in. The atmosphere is like a Parisian Cafe. Eclectic, unique, and cozy! While we had a waitress, the owner Larry, stopped by to explain the dishes. Everything is made in house. In the summer he tries to grow everything he can for the dishes. I had the labneh toast and my husband had the shirred dukkah eggs. It was fantastic! Ask for extra toast! Larry continued to talk to us and told us of his travels and how he experiments with his dishes. Can't wait to go back!

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    Love it. They clearly have a passion for food. Like their style, like their food, like their coffee. My go-to since moving to town

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    Try the sweet potato hash with chorizo - a delicious mix of savory and sweet with just the right level of kick. Nice vintage decor.

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    The location is great. Blue Bottle Coffee. A real treat.

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    Excellent way to start the Saturday! Not super fast but we weren't in a hurry. Sweet potato hash was fabulous! We'll be back!

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    One of my favorite places in Indy. I've never had a bad meal there. The sweet potato hash is my go-to.

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    Fun atmosphere, nice people and the absolute best poached eggs I have ever had

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    Sorry......The food was so good and I was so hungry that I forgot to take a picture of what I…read moreordered. I ordered the Hoosier Frittata. It's kind of like an open faced omelet that's cooked on both sides. It comes with eggs, ham, sausage, onions, green peppers, and lots of melted cheese that's topped with a creamy sausage gravy. OMG.....it was great. And it was huge. I could only eat about half of it before I was stuffed. Their coffee is amazing. If you like coffee, then this place is for you. The restaurant is clean and our server was excellent. Overall it was a good experience. Prices are a little more than expected, but the food is worth it. Parking is lacking out front, but the restaurant is located in a strip mall so there's plenty of parking on the side.

    Typical cafe with a large menu of breakfast or lunch options. They offer a few specials and…read moresubstitutions. You can build your own omelette or order a typical Mexican breakfast or American style. They are very kind and the service is attentive. My waiter was friendly and my meal was brought out within 10 min of ordering. I arrived on a Wednesday morning before work around 10:00 AM. The cafe was not aa busy at that time. By the time I was finishing up then came a lunch rush and steady flow of people to dine in. I prefer maybe less onions and spinach in my veggie omelette it also comes with mushrooms, I asked for no broccoli. It was just a bit too much for one person. And I guess I don't care for watery omelettes the avocado slices were good. Overall the omelette needs more seasoning or salt and pepper it tasted like water and spinach to me. Couldn't enjoy without mixing it with the side of smoked sausage (ham). If you enjoy meat. I recommend to skip the veggie omelette and just get something with bacon in it next time. The side of diced potatoes were my favorite of my meal. I like the crisp and they did not taste burnt. They were cooked well and were even better with ketchup. I added one slice of sourdough toast your omelette comes with two sides. I wanted to do a quick journal entry and I brought a magazine to read but the music was a bit loud in the cafe. It was more of a louder space they played alternative rock and contemporary music. I had to wear my headphones to try and focus. If you are going to enjoy your meal and chat this is ok for that but not if you have like a work call or zoom this is not the cafe for you. Overall it's a good vibe. I wan't to go back and try a traditional mexican breakfast next time something with tortillas maybe. I also did not try their pancakes which looked good on the menu. They have a nice offering of mimosas if you are into that. A fresh fruity cocktail may have nice today. Jackie M. - 09/17/2026

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    A cute, bright cafe with a soft French flare! This is a beautiful spot for brunch with friends or a…read moredate. Everyone raved about their coffees and smoothies, delicious and full of flavor. The ladies serving the coffees were happy and attentive and took our drink orders while we waited for a table. When we got to our table we all ordered an array of dishes and everyone was happy. My personal favorite was the Pedersen, fresh flavors and good to share if you wanted to get other dishes. This is an absolute revisit spot for me!

    A breakfast/lunch place that is part of a strip mall including several other restaurants that do…read morenot offer breakfast, so it doesn't have the parking challenges that might occur during dinner time. We arrived around 9:30ish on a Sunday and it was less than half full, although it definitely filled up by the time we left an hour later. Host promptly took us to a table on the east/right side of the dining space that consisted of a booth along the wall-side and chairs on the interior. There is a menu and other info on the west/barside wall, murals and windows on the north and south side walls, but the east wall I faced was plain and had nothing to look at, so mildly annoying for when my wife left the table. Acoustics were OK, although it was noticeably louder at then end of our meal when it had filled up. Our server was good. She was prompt in tending to us and very pleasant. The food took a bit from order to table, although that seemed to be true for several of our neighboring tables that arrived before us as well. For those partaking of their self-serve refillable coffee, it probably provides an opportunity to enjoy the beverage. Menu as a European Bistro is quite different compared to many other brunch options in the area. My wife selected the Vegano Bowl ($15.95) and substituted Roasted Potatoes ($2) for the standard mixed greens. She liked the bowl, although she prefers the options at Flower Child and Garden Table. She didn't love her potatoes. I ordered the Del Piero Toast ($13.95) and also substituted the mixed greens for the potatoes, which I enjoyed. Only thing I didn't really care for was the cutting board it was served on as it was not as user-friendly to eat from as I would have liked. However, I would order the toast again, although I am interested to investigate other menu options first.

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    We loved our visit to 101 Craft Kitchen. We stopped in for Happy Hour (4-6 pm) before going to a…read moresporting event. The restaurant is upscale, lovely and romantic. We sat at a high top table in the bar. Our server, Bailey (the bartender), was friendly and super attentive. She made recommendations and kept glasses filled. The craft beer selection is excellent with about 16 local options on tap. My husband had a Fall City "Hipster Repellent". The name alone is interesting, but he loved his beer. I had the Espresso Martini which came with roasted coffee beans floating on top. My cocktail went down easy. I also had a glass of the Berringer Chardonnay. The pour is generous. We shared a plate of Loaded Tots, which was wonderful. The tots are made from scratch in-house and covered with roasted bits of pork belly, cheese, a sauce and green onions. We LOVED the tots, which came out super hot. We also shared a plate of the Loaded Hummus. The plate is beautiful and colorful. The hummus is fresh made and loaded with bits of tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and is delicious on a balsamic reduction. The hummus is served with a generous portion of fresh in-house made focaccia bread which tasted amazing. The Loaded Hummus is a winner in my book. Bailey our server was fabulous. She worked the entire bar and was an ambassador of the chef and menu. I wish we had time to stay for dinner because the food is outstanding. Each dish that we saw pass by looked delicious and artistic. I highly recommend. We will be returning for dinner soon. Easy 5 stars! We found street parking, but parking was limited.

    We've ordered from here quite a few times for delivery. I really enjoyed the lemon chicken dinner…read more What we mostly order is their kids meals. We watch our calories and so kids meals work best. You get a protein and choice of two sides. We get green beans and fruit. And it also comes with a cookie. The food is pretty good. It does not always come the same and what I mean by that is sometimes the green beans will have no seasoning at all and then sometimes they will. Of course I prefer the seasoning but if none, I just quickly season them myself. I do hope to visit soon and eat inside the restaurant and will leave another review.

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    4.4(144 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    RIZE was one of our favorite brunch stops during our trip to Carmel! The atmosphere was very…read morewelcoming, and the restaurant itself was clean, organized, and inviting. Everything tasted fresh, the portions were great for sharing, and the service made the experience even better. Since it was our first time visiting, our server Laura surprised us with a complimentary cinnamon roll, which was such a sweet gesture--and OMG, it was soooo good! It's made in-house and easily big enough for two people to share. The roll was soft and fluffy, and I especially loved that the icing wasn't overly sweet. Definitely recommend getting one for the table. We split the Breakfast Sandwich on a croissant with sausage and upgraded to the hash brown. The croissant was flaky and buttery, and the sandwich overall tasted really fresh and clean--not overly greasy or heavy. But that hash brown deserves its own shoutout. Super crispy and delicious! Definitely worth the upgrade. We also shared the Chia Seed Pudding Bowl, which was another winner. There was so much texture from the chia pudding, house granola and peanut butter, plus a generous amount of fresh fruit and berries. The strawberry preserves added just enough sweetness. It was the perfect lighter contrast to the savory breakfast sandwich. And finally, Laura was THE BEST! She was incredibly welcoming, checked on us frequently without ever being intrusive, and made our first visit feel extra special. 5/5 brunch experience. Welcoming atmosphere, clean and organized space, fresh food, great variety, an amazing cinnamon roll, and genuinely wonderful service. We would absolutely come back to RIZE the next time we're in Carmel!

    We went to Rize for a friend's birthday and had such a nice breakfast. They surprised us with a…read morefree cinnamon roll, and it was big enough for all three of us to share! It was served warm and very fresh, with delicious cream cheese frosting. I ordered the Signature Egg Tart, and it was wonderful. It was rich and almost quiche-like, filled with lots of roasted vegetables, and the bright, acidic sauce balanced it really well. I honestly wouldn't have changed anything except maybe adding a little salt, but that may just be personal preference. I also enjoyed a cold brew while we sat out on the patio. The only downside was the construction noise from the large apartment buildings going up around the patio. That is obviously not the restaurant's fault, but it is something to be aware of if you're planning to sit outside right now. Overall, great food, kind service, and a really thoughtful birthday touch. We would definitely go back!

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    We stopped in for dinner before our concert in Noblesville, Indiana, because the food looked good…read more They have really nice patio, but unfortunately it was down pouring when we went there so we sat inside. The staff was really nice and helpful. We really just came in just to get a drink and a few bites to eat but the poached pear Caprese salad was unique and pretty delicious. The food has a southern vibe. It was a great in-between stop before where we were staying and the concert venue and the surrounding downtown area was super cute so you could walk around if it's not raining if you're trying to kill time before going to a concert or just to hang out

    A group of 4 of us had dinner at Juniper the evening of 9/2…read more We were inside (I prefer outside but it very hot). The temperature of the restaurant killed the vibe. It must have been at least 78 degrees though I'm not sure. We mentioned it to the server who blamed it on the weather. I saw one air vent which was covered by a bench for the entire front and side area which is clearly insufficient. It was so unpleasant I wouldn't eat inside again. - Service average to fine. - Thai salad - fair - the chicken was super dry. - Shrimp salad - good - Hummingbird cake - delicious It will be a long time before I return and my group felt the same way. My recommendation is to only eat outside and anticipate some great food and some midling.

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