We found this charming restaurant recently. It's in the Barnyard Shopping Center in the quieter part of Carmel. We were seated promptly and the place is just delightful. Dark wood and very nostalgic decor. The waitress was sweet and knows her stuff. :) We started with the prickly pear and my hubby had the traditional margarita. Both were excellent. My hubby said this is one of the best margaritas he has ever had! Attention to detail is enormous here.... We ordered the red and green salsa with guacamole dip - the chips were warm, thin and crispy with blue chips mixed in. I loved the red salsa the best and the chips were fresh and crispy. I ordered the red chile enchilada which is made with short rib meat and has a complexity of favors going on - it was so delicious! Never had an enchilada like this before. The refried beans and rice were perfectly done. My hubby had the green chile enchilada which is with chicken. He loved it. I only wish we had room for dessert. The owner is very efficient, kind and welcoming, just what you want to see in a great restaurant establishment. Can't wait to go back! If you're in the area, you must try Hatch - you won't be disappointed. read more

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The ambiance and service here are top notch and amazing. The inside decor was something else and we felt like we were in New Mexico. The service was also excellent, every one was friendly and super knowledgeable of the menu answering any of our questions. The fallout here was the food and the price point. My wife and I had enchiladas and we both agree they did not feel fresh. The plat was but the food was cold and flavor was lacking . I understand rent in the barnyard is crazy high, but 27 dollars for blah cold food, not thanks. The south west egg rolls were also great but not 16 dollars great. Again, the service and atmosphere were great, food and prices not so much. Won't be comming back. read more

We came here for brunch because we didn't want to wait for From Scratch - it was practically empty and served brunch, so it seemed perfect! We have now learned that there is a reason this place is empty! Very cute interior but we waited over an hour for one waffle and huevos rancheros, and were so disappointed when the food came out. I couldn't believe we were paying $18 for what amounted to two tortillas and two eggs. Waffle was also child sized. Plating is bad. The wait staff (who I don't blame for the slow wait, that's not their fault), added insult to injury by joking multiple times about how much we must have loved the food because of how quickly we ate it. I wanted to tell them that we ate so quickly because I was on the point of passing out by the time the food arrived, and because the portion size was fit for a middle schooler. If you're reading this, just hold out for From Scratch. You'll probably wait just as long but actually get a full meal out of it. Two stars because the waiters seemed to realize this was a mess. Sorry guys. Don't joke about people eating your food quickly when they have been waiting for over an hour. Thanks! read more

The cowboy burger was amazing, Jasian was considerate. Jaylin is comfortable behind the bar and makes it home. I'll be back for sure.

Not bad for Mexican food in Carmel I made a reservation on a Friday night but didn't need it when the restaurant had plenty of tables available. We ordered margaritas, and our plates were delicious. The service was good, as the waiter came back often to check on us. On our way out, there was entertainment out on the patio. What a nice atmosphere during the busy Monterey Car Weekend. read more

Hatch - Green Chili Enchilada - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Carmel, California

We were anxious to try this new restaurant. My husband and I love Mexican food. We both ordered a drink;a beer and a margarita. We ordered the nachos with Al pastor. They were okay. I had the chili relleno with rice and beans. It was mediocre. My husband had a wet burrito with carnitas. It arrived at our table cold. He was told that the sour cream and guac cooled the other ingredients down. They graciously remade his burrito and put the cold ingredients on the side. I'm not sure if my expectations are high since we live in the central valley and always have awesome Mexican restaurant choices. We were not impressed. There were very few people in the restaurant for a Sunday night. We know of other Mexican restaurants in the area we prefer over this restaurant. We will probably not return unless they improve. read more

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Had a super time at Hatch in the Barnyard, Carmel, with fantastic company measured equally by the food and service. I had the signature Hatch burger was absolutely phenomenal--a perfectly cooked, savory smash patty, as described by Edible Monterey Bay. It's great to see new places opening up with a point of view. Food was good, service was great, location and atmosphere's warming. We had the benefit of great company and even bumped into our old friends Sandy and John which underscored to us how attractive the right feel, value and causal dining can be for continued the locals interest. Only suggestion is a blender Carlos but seriously, major thanks and props to you for looking after us last night ! We did mis the eggs On this trip but will try the next time we are in, oh and we had a Nutella Churros to share which i didn't get a chance to photograph for yum yum reasons ! Highly recommended new restaurant to try out.. read more

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Saw a photo of this burger in Edible magazine and just had to try it out. They're still new so working out some kinks but the service was super friendly and the drinks were priced right so give them some time to iron them out! Hatch is located in the Barnyard and is well decorated and has a great southwestern vibe. There is a large bar and a few seats outside. There was even an indoor fire that I'm gonna have to come back to have a couple drinks by. Speaking of drinks a $10 paloma in this economy?? In a world of $20 cocktails this was a relief. My wife went with the classic marg which at $12 was still cheaper than an ASB Mai Tai IPA! Both drinks had good flavor but also felt like they could have used a touch more tequila. We both ended up getting the burger and it was super tasty. The meat really came through and wasn't overpowered by the hatch green salsa. Just don't put it down! It's almost impossible to pick back up in one piece. Overall well priced and a good vibe! read more

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Never again... this place had 4 stars so we thought we'd give it a try but that was our first mistake. Staff was nice, service was fast, music was good, but the food was horrible. I got the green enchilada... first off it was 1 enchilada made with a flour tortilla... chicken had a weird texture. The rice was instant microwaveable rice you can tell by the look at the flavor was sooo bad. The refried beans were just as bad, tasted like straight up water. Mind you this plate was around $30... save your money go elsewhere read more

Hatch - Green enchilada, half eaten because it was HORRIBLE... - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Carmel, California

Our server Jaylin was the best! Food was great too!! We enjoyed our lunch here on the patio

Green Chile Cornbread Fritters are great now! The owners really care about getting things right. Huge kudos to them both for this. Initially on our first visit, the fritters were dense. Told them they weren't great, they admitted they were having a hard time with the recipe --- and then they worked at it until they found out how to make them light - and now on our fourth visit, they are delicious with their honey butter! And the churro bites with cinnamon. WOW. Hot from the oven, light, fluffy, so good I couldn't stop eating them:) The onion rings with BBQ sauce are also the BEST ever anywhere in the area. Plus, did i say Emily makes an amazing prickly pear mocktail? Oh yes. And they were super kind to us during our birthday celebration, and treated us to the churros. Thank you so much, it was an unexpected gesture and very much appreciated. We'll be back! read more

Food: The food was tasty! We had chicken wings for appetizer. Both the Buffalo and BBQ come with a lot of sauce, making it so delicious. Ask for extra napkins! Our main dishes were the Hatch Chicken Burrito, Chicken Protein Bowl and Street Chicken Tacos with a basket of fries. The serving portions were just the right amount. My mom and sister had to even take their leftover food to go. It's obviously not authentic Mexican food, but it's still good. Service: It was slow in the beginning. We came on a Monday evening. Our waiter did not come to our table till about 15 - 20 minutes after we were seated, but he did apologize, and he was hilarious! He had a great sense of humor. I wish I had gotten his name. He had glasses and a beard. Very nice guy! Cracking jokes here and there. That's why I am not giving four stars and still giving five! Ambiance: There is both indoor and outdoor seating. We chose outdoor. Quiet, serene atmosphere. Dog friendly, too! Overall, it was a great experience. And if you are staying at Carmel Mission Inn, it's walking distance! read more

Hatch - Chicken Hatch Burrito - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Carmel, California

We were excited to try a new restaurant. All the food was not good and we were so disappointed. The chips and salsa were great. The taco plate came with rice that was dry and crunchy. Maybe under cooked or the bottom of the pot? The beans had no flavor and even though there was salsa on the tacos, the meat was very dry. We noticed the buns of the burger and chicken sandwich were a bit over toasted and the Salad came with canned corn and guacamole on top instead of nice chard corn from the cob and fresh avocado. The drinks are not pictured but tasted of mainly juice or maybe they were a premix. Everything had the Carmel price point but nothing was worth going back for or paying for. We did order the appetizer of cornbread fritters that came out black. They were definitely left in the over for too long and dryer than scones. It is surprising when a restaurant has a hard time with every meal. read more

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It was a little slow when I went but I have no idea why because the food was amazing! Jamie, who is a part owner, gave great recommendations and was very attentive to our table even though there were only 2 of us. My boyfriend and I both got the Red Chili Enchilada plate and the sauce, rice, and refried beans were SO good! Nothing tasted super greasy & the amount of food was perfect! Their chips and salsa were excellent as well. The spice level was perfect! Jamie was very sociable & thoroughly explained how the sauces and salsa were made too. They are also dog friendly and have a reasonably priced dog menu compared to other restaurants in Carmel. We'd definitely come back! read more

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Both the food and the service were not very good. It was fairly pricey for what it was. I will not be back.

The service was super slow and the food not very good. this was our third time here and do not think we will be back. When we asked where our food was, we were told "your order was put in 30 minutes ago". we ordered salads and thought that they would come out before our entrees. Nope, everything came out together. The staff got super weird when we asked about where our food was. There was something off with the red sauce, the green sauce was good. Kept having to ask for water. was never asked if I would like another glass of wine. read more

Yelp recommended I try this new restaurant and we thoroughly enjoyed it. A friend and I had some catching up to do so we met for brunch. When I say we had a leisurely brunch, I mean it and the staff at Hatch were so kind and accommodating. Brad was our first server and helped answer questions and guide us through our menu selections. I had the nachos because why not?! They were delicious. My friend loved her huevos rancheros. We started with classic margaritas which were tasty, though my friend thought it was a little sweet. We moved on to the Gruet blanc de blancs--nice touch having this option to tie into the New Mexico theme. That was a perfect pairing for the sopapillas. My husband happened to be nearby so he joined us and had the tacos. He is from San Diego so he is very selective about tacos. He said the meat was very good, especially the carne asada. He did say it would have been better with two tortillas per taco instead of one so they don't break apart as easily. Overall, excellent experience and we will be back. Tip: you can't tell from the outside but the inside space is SO cute and there are many tables. There's also a nice bar with a fireplace just inside. The outdoor patios have heaters installed overhead which get very warm and cozy. read more

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We recently tried Hatch in Carmel, a relatively new restaurant, and unfortunately our experience wasn't great. I asked for sparkling water and was brought a bottle. My husband asked for regular water but was also brought a bottle, so we ended up spending $16 on water alone. I understand bottled water can be standard in some places, but my husband was surprised since he specifically asked for regular water. For food, I ordered a burrito bowl and paid extra to add meat. The dish cost $22 and was served in a small soup bowl with maybe (a max) 2-3 tablespoons of meat. For that price, the portion size and overall value just weren't there. The ambiance also didn't quite match the pricing. It felt more like a Chili's or Chevys--dark and a bit hodgepodge--while the menu prices suggested a more elevated experience. We ordered chips and salsa, fries as an appetizer along with my burrito bowl, and our total came out to about $65. To be fair, the flavors were good, which was probably the nicest thing about the meal. But overall, the value just didn't justify the cost, and based on this experience we wouldn't return read more

We stumbled upon this place as we were searching for a restaurant that wasn't American/Seafood - really wanted chips and guac! Their menu had so many great options, the location was great - located in the Barnyard. Our family enjoyed the nachos to start and enjoyed all our dinners. The staff was super friendly, and the restaurant was open on a Monday which was cool because most places weren't. Check it out you will love the vibe and food! read more

Hatch - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Carmel, California

Amazing!!! Great happy hour and drinks. Love the enchiladas and Hatch burger. The staff is great and very friendly. I love sitting outside by the fire pit. read more

Hatch - Skirt steak and south western wrap. - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Carmel, California

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The owner Jamie and the server Brad were super nice. The ambiance was great - as someone who's family is from New Mexico, I was impressed. The food took a little, but was fresh. I had the Hatch Burrito (with short rib) and it was great. read more

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Some notes: we wish there had been Salt and pepper on table More salt on chips please! The lighting was quite harsh Water glasses are really small More garnish on dish could be appreciated Good things:) Good service right away Amazing chicken wrap Bathrooms are clean, cute and well stocked Overall amazing! Would come back! read more

We've been to this new restaurant many times now and the char broiled hamburger is amazing. The Kearny Asada burrito wet with green sauce is also amazing. We love the corn fritter platter with bacon Worth a stop would recommend to anyone.. read more

We were originally in line at From Scratch restaurant and were told the wait would be more than an hour. While walking around nearby, we came across this restaurant and were pleasantly surprised when they said they could seat all 11 of us right away. The restaurant wasn't crowded, and the staff was incredibly friendly, so we were happy to give it a try. The food did take quite a while to come out, but the staff was very apologetic after explaining that our order had accidentally been dropped and they had to remake everything. When the food finally arrived, it was absolutely worth the wait. My wife and I shared the quesadilla, and we both thought it was delicious. Everyone in our group really enjoyed their meals and agreed the food was excellent. The restaurant ended up giving us a discount for the delay, but because of their outstanding hospitality and kindness, we were more than happy to leave an extra-generous tip. We would definitely love to come back if we're ever in town again. read more

Finally made it to the new Hatch restaurant in Barnyard last eve with several friends. What a treat. Very friendly and welcoming. Service was superb. Sat on the patio, which was perfect. Very relaxed and casual. Tried several of their cocktails. Spot on. Ordered the corn fritters with the honey butter. They allowed us to forego the fritter platter and order individual fritters for four. The fritters were divine -- crisp outside and fluffy on the inside with a bit of nice spice at the end. The honey butter adds a decadent pleasure. Ordered four different entrees, all of which were a hit. Chili Relleno was nicely battered and flavorful. Black bean burger was scrumptious. The shredded chicken enchilada and the fisherman's enchilada satisfied our hunger for NM food. All of the entrees were accompanied with hatch chili sauce in some form -- either green or red. The hatch chili is what distinguishes NM food from standard Mexican fare. It's flavorful and has just enough bite to let you know its there without overwhelming the flavors of the food. Hatch's hatch chili sauce is so good you'll work to get every bit off the plate into your mouth. The non-burger entrees are accompanied with beans (veggie vs non-veggie or refried option) and rice. The sides are so light; you won't feel stuffed but delightfully satisfied. The only clunker all night was desert. We had come in hopes of finishing off with that most New Mexican of all treats -- sopapillas. Alas, it was not to be. As was explained to us, the chef is still perfecting the recipe and doesn't feel ready to send out an inferior product. Most people accept the flat fried dough "sopapilla," but we came for the pillowy dough that balloons up to form a pocket perfect for drizzling honey into the inside. New Mexicans will insist that it's the altitude that yields the perfect sopapilla, but the crew at Hatch has called in an expert who has a fix for the sea level restaurant. We can't wait to come back and try when they're ready In the meantime, the churros were a nice substitute and allowed us to end on a sweet note. Try it. You'll like it, especially if you're a fan of New Mexico cuisine. read more

Definitely great food. I got the burger and it was made out of prime rib and it was juicy and their special sauce was really good. Chips and salsa was great. Red salsa had a little bit of a kick to it, but it wasn't too much and I had a good flavor and my wife got the protein bowl and she added shrimp in there with mushrooms and she was over the top with the flavor and the size of it and then for dessert we got the Nutella stuffed churros which hit the spot perfectly definitely will be back and the restaurant is super nice all redone and they have a great bar thank you read more

I grew up in New Mexico. With true US Mexican food, Hatch nailed it. It was delicious. They even got the sopapillas right.

Visited Hatch for the first time on a Friday night. We sat on the patio which was pleasant. Service was friendly and mostly prompt. Margaritas were tasty. The food was just OK - chicken enchiladas were dry and bland. Same for the Call burrito (could have been warmer too). While not totally impressed we'll give it another try. read more

Tuesday I had lunch with 10 friends at a new southwestern restaurant called Hatch. It is located in the Barnyard in Carmel CA. It was absolutely fabulous. Each one in the group ordered something different and everyone was very pleased with what they got. The decor was lovely and the service was fabulous. Definitely a not to be missed Carmel read more

We dined at Hatch on a Monday night- everything from the service to the food was amazing. We tried the Hatch Chile Fritters, I had the Chicken Tortilla Soup and Roasted Corn Salad, my husband had the Chicken Enchilada, and my 2 year old had a cheese quesadilla. Everything was soooo yummy!! The owners Emily and Jamie made our family feel at home. Thanks everyone! read more

Food was is pretty terrible. Just about the worst way to start my family vacation. Service was good, as it was not surprisingly slow.

Very pretty little spot with live music, food was mid, staff was kind & helpful (: xxxx

Such a cute place!! The southwest spring rolls were AMAZING, our server was super attentive and nice. Everything about the place was a 10/10. read more

Hatch - Enchiladas and the Hatch chile burrito - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Carmel, California

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I wish Hatch the best of luck! The al pastor taco, while being nothing recognizable as what I have come to understand as al pastor (Mexican, Californian, or even New Mexican), was truly incredible. Thank you!! Short rib taco tasted more like cabeza to me. Good but a bit too dry. Easy to fix though. The corn tortillas were quite nice! I don't think they need to offer chicken wings. Not bad, just unnecessary and the buffalo sauce felt a bit incongruous with the rest of the signature flavors it seems the restaurant is aiming for. Cornbread fritters could have used more salt and a more aromatic cornmeal blend would be an improvement. Anything served with honey butter is always going to be delicious, however. Southwestern egg rolls were ok. The dipping sauce overpowers the other flavors however so go light. Pinto beans were pretty good. Their rice needs a LOT of work though. Take some notes from someone's abuela to level-up. (I implore the owners and staff of Hatch to order a side of rice and a side of refried beans to-go from Dos Victoria's on Cannery Row. Get your sides to that standard and you'll be killing it.) Chicken in the enchilada was bland and uninspired so I wouldn't order it again. Put that "al pastor" in your enchiladas instead and you'll have a real winner. Red sauce on the enchilada was ok but not my favorite. The green was too sharp. I was missing the bold rounded flavors that normally come from real New Mexican chiles. Salsas were serviceable but again, I kept wanting the pure red and green hatch chile flavors I experienced in New Mexico. Lean into the real hatch chile, Hatch! In all my meal was fine, but I want this place to be great. They're just not there yet. Level up on your beans and rice, put some flavor in that shredded chicken, and make me walk away feeling like I ate sauces and salsas made from real New Mexican hatch chiles. If you can do that you'll have something special. I'm hoping Hatch will grow into their new shoes to become that unique southwestern (and hatch chile) experience missing in our community. Best of luck, friends! read more

Food and service were great! We wouid go back! We enjoyed Happy Hour and takeout! Wings are amazing as well as the Nacho Style fries and Short Rib Burrito! read more

Not great service, super slow unfortunately. Also the food was fine but way overpriced and the vibes were kinda weird!

Had the Hatch Green Chili Chicken Enchilada. My Wife had roasted corn salad. We shared the key lime in a jar desert. Food came out quickly and was very flavorful. read more

I really wanted to like this place, as the menu here looks appealing and the server there was so nice, but I really feel the need to warn people that the quality of food here does not match the price that is being charged. My first clue that something was amiss was when we walked in and the restaurant was a ghost town. The menu looked great, and we had a hard time deciding what to order. My husband went with a crispy chicken sandwich, my eight-year old went with corn dogs (from the kids' menu), and I opted for vegetarian enchiladas. My husband attempted to order a Kentucky mule and was informed that they do not serve whiskey. Our table had a good view of the kitchen, where there was one person basically assembling food. Not much was made fresh. The one server split his time between waiting tables, running food, and manning the bar. Our food eventually arrived (we had to wait awhile after it was ready, since there was only one person to bring it out). My daughter enjoyed her five microwaved mini corn dogs, and my husband said his chicken sandwich was okay (deep fried chicken patty, tomato, lettuce, and a smear of mayonnaise on a bun). My $27 "enchiladas" were a disappointment. A single flour tortilla folded in half, with a single scoop of fajita veggies and some cheese. One ice cream scoop each (I could see my dish being assembled in the kitchen) of rice and beans. The rice was fine- seemed a lot like a box mix. I mixed them with some enchilada sauce and choked them down. The refried beans were pretty much Rosarita brand canned beans. Totally edible, but why should I be paying money at a restaurant for something that I can buy at the grocery store for a fraction of the price? My husband's sandwich appeared to be the only item freshly prepared, while the rest of our meal as merely assembled. Honestly, I could have gotten a better meal for a better value at Chipotle. My entire meal was a disappointment. We paid top-dollar for food that would be lucky to be labeled "meh" on a good day. So, to sum it up, the two people working the dinner shift seemed like nice, hard-working people. However, you shouldn't be charging top-dollar for subpar food. . read more

Phenomenal breakfast! Excellent service. Welcoming atmosphere. This place has it all.

Phenomenal food at Hatch, with a really cool aesthetic and atmosphere! We had awesome service from Jaylin, who took great care of us! 5/5 we will be back! Try the churros! read more