Ashley and the barista team made total 5 star worthy drinks. The service and atmosphere also an A+!read more

The shop is delightful. The quaint decor and bright white doors makes for an inviting shop. Despite…read morethe long line, the staff work hard and move quickly. The shop is very dog friendly and even provides treats for your loved one. There are limited seating but you'll manage to find a spot somewhere. Their coffee is good. The hot latte was bright and not bitter. The iced latte was not bitter and strong. They also have seasonal drinks which are also not too sweet and the flavors work well such as their Vanilla Cardamom Latte and Kiss of Carmel. I also really enjoyed their Special King Charles Cider drink which reminded me of fall. Elisia (I apologize if I've spelt your name wrong), who headed the Espresso drinks, was exceptional. Despite the tremendous pressure of endless drink orders, she pulls the shots expertly while timely steaming the milk to ensure the best quality for the espresso drinks. She also kindly greets customers picking up their drink and manages remakes very professionally. I appreciate her efforts and applaud her dedication to craft while ensuring a lovely experience for her guests.

I stopped by this cafe and was warmly welcomed by owner(not sure) who recommended the pistachio…read morericotta cake as their best seller and I'm so glad I did. It was very light and airy, with a soft, delicate crumb that made each bite feel effortless. The pistachio flavour was subtle and not overly sweet. On top of that, the cafe itself is a very cute, little old-style spot. I'll definitely be coming back.

This is my new fav spot in Carmel! It does not give touristy vibes (which is much more my style) &…read morehas an absolutely beautiful assortment of desserts. From the moment I saw the cannoli shells & house-made filling, I knew it was gonna be good! We were greeted by the owner, & he was so friendly, and clearly has worked hard to make this place special. My only regret is not picking up a cream puff!

We are visiting Carmel for the weekend and decided to check this place out for dinner (couldn't get…read morea reservation for brunch). It is a cute spot nestled in between buildings and has both patio and inside seating. We brought our pup and took patio seating. It was cold BUT they provided blankets and heaters! We got the fruited sour and I got the Porto Branco. The drinks were great. Sour was great and PB was perfect. We had the sourdough bread and butter to share as well as the farmers salad with avocado. The vinaigrette was fantastic, the bread was soft inside and crispy outside with the perfect bread to butter ratio (we had extra butter left over). My husband got the lobster roll which was good (not the best) but the brioche roll was great and very filled. I got the King Ora salmon which had complex flavor with miso, pepper and the cabbage was fantastic. For dessert we shared the basque cheesecake which was amazing. It was more creamy and went well with the blackberry. Service could be better but was still pretty good and we would come back again to get brunch!

We came to try their dinner after one of the servers mentioned they serve dinner now…read more.. Wonderful friendly service & beautiful aesthetics. The local Ad Astra breads are yummy! Hamachi crudo was fresh & balanced. Cavatelli pasta was a bit too al dente and dense, but the fixings were delicious. Lobster roll ($48) needs more flavor (should have read the reviews), and the double burger is huge! Overall very pricey (see website menu for current prices), and the dinner entree menu options are pretty limited. For the high prices I would want to be wowed by every dish and flavor, and to have more options, to be enticed back.

My brother and I had a drive up highway one today, thru Big Sur to Carmel for our turnaround spot…read more Parking was a challenge as you might expect on a Wednesday morning. Coffee please, well wouldn't ya know there was a place across the street. It was 12noon small place, no line, lots of pastries and some lunchish items in the cooler case. Large hot Mocha no whip for me, P got himself a latte thing. Both drinks were up almost instantly and out we went. First sip ah...warm....wait a second. Paul said mines cold...er. The pastry the server chose for me was good, no pastries are made on the premises. Not sure about the lunch snacks origin. We sat at the bistro tables on the sidewalk and admired the parade of tourists and residents. P went in for a reheat, I washed the pastry back with my warm coffee. The reheat worked for P, no problem. We enjoyed the scenery, had a few laughs, and left when a resident tried to parallel his Rolls Royce in front of us. Nothing special here just a coffee place but certainly convenient for our coffee break. Have a nice day Foodguy-Martin

Came in here for a little pick me up after hiking around the trails at Point Lobos. Legs tired,…read moresoul refreshed, and still chasing that perfect cup of coffee I'm slowly learning my way into. An old friend put me onto Carmel Valley Coffee, so I figured why not give it a chance... and honestly, I'm glad I did. I grabbed a vanilla latte -- simple, safe, and done very very well for this new coffee drinker still trying to find his perfect match. Smooth, warm, and just sweet enough after miles on the trail. The kind of cup that makes you slow down and appreciate the moment. The shop itself is cute, cozy, and carries that laid-back Carmel charm. Service was polite, friendly, and quick -- no rush, no chaos, just good people making good coffee. Whether you're a seasoned caffeine pro or someone like me still figuring out what "notes" and "roast profiles" even mean, this place is worth the stop. A little comfort after a long hike, a little nostalgia courtesy of an old friend, and a latte that hit exactly how it needed to. Already looking forward to coming back.

We found this tiny hidden gem tucked in the halls of downtown Carmel. My friend and I love looking…read morefor small coffee shops anywhere we go, and we saw that this place was Palestinian owned so we had to check it out. Staff were absolutely amazing, they were nice and relatable. The drinks we got were really good and we were both satisfied with our choices. They also had some small pastries, but we didn't get any of them since we were both full. We also noticed that it looked like they had some games available for you to use while chilling in the shop

I was really excited to try Haifa Coffee House, but overall I left feeling underwhelmed. I ordered…read morethe baklava latte expecting something more house-made or unique, but noticed they were using Torani and Monin syrups for their drinks. For a specialty menu, I was hoping for more in-house flavors rather than standard syrups. I also tried the "Dubai" croissant, which sounded amazing, and even their IG photos looked good but didn't quite meet the expectations. It appeared to be a basic croissant (similar to something you might find at Costco), then they take Nutella and spread it on top themselves, then finished with kataifi and pistachios. I was expecting something more elevated-, like a house-made croissant, possibly filled with pistachio cream and topped with a richer chocolate and pistachio spread. The concept is great, but I think the execution could better match the expectations set by the menu.

This spot is located conveniently on the street that we take to walk down to the beach. We visited…read moreit a couple of times during our latest trip. From the outside, the place looks like a little hole in the wall with just a sign outside and an A-frame advertising their specials. When you step inside, however, it is surprisingly roomie with a few places to sit. My +1 tried the lavender latte (with honey) and liked it so much that she ordered it again. I'm not one for lavender, but I took a sip just to try it, and the latte was very pleasant and the honey added just the right amount of sweetness. I on the other hand, opted for the Tidal Wave, which was their blend of energy drink, and raspberry syrup added. It was admittedly, a little sweet, but I found myself ordering it again. Also just because I needed that extra kick, and the sugar didn't bother me with all the walking we were doing. There are several coffee shops that we visited in Carmel, and we found things to like about every one, but we did find ourselves walking into this one every time we were nearby

Visiting Downtown Carmel after a business event. Walking around just after 530pm on a Wednesday in…read morethe rain looking for a place to Sit and have a cup and enjoy what Carmel had to offer. I saw a man walking with a cup of coffee so I asked and he directed us down a little shopping alley to TCCS. The door was open (we my photo) so we walked in. A customer had just gotten her drink From a female employee who Was behind the counter. There were other customers In the shop as well. A male employee was in another part of the store nearby. The female walked out from the counter and talked with the male About she was out of there and that the male could use something to make coffee, or not, she did not care. The male saw us and walked behind the counter but did not address us at all. He Started Stocking shelves. Other people Walked in and were ignored as well. No Hi or welcome from either or it will be just a minute. We were throughly ignored and waited an unreasonable amount of time without acknowledgement and/or service. So we left. Not the friendly Carmel greeting we had hoped for actually completely the opposite. We definitely won't be back. We walked one street over to All about the chocolate and had an awesome experience and a good latte. I checked the CCH hours and saw they close at 500pm I get it but close your door and if not tell People your Closed. Nothing was said to us nor did we see any Sign up that said closed. Also there were customers there. I stand by My review.

Great donuts! Went in to the shop on Saturday afternoon, and didn't have much of a wait - got a…read morenormal yeast glazed and then a chocolate covered donut (powdered cocoa). They made the donuts to order, but only took a few minutes. The normal glazed donut was crispy, chewy, and soft on the inside! The chocolate one had a really thick coating of cocoa powder though, which was a little messy and changed the texture. Would definitely recommend if you're fine with splurging $5 on a donut.

The most delicious and unique donut I have ever had! The space is cute with a few tables and bar…read moreseating for guests. When you sit at the high-tops, you can watch the employees make the donuts fresh with every order. It looks like they have seasonal flavors as well. I ordered the chocolate and glazed. The texture isn't as light as donuts usually are, but not as dense as one of those cake-batter donuts. It reminds me of a bread-like structure... almost as if you made sourdough donuts? The price for the donuts are on the higher-end side, but worth it for a nice sweet treat and especially after a heavy meal. Also had an iced mocha and it was not too bad either.

We stopped at this cute lunch spot in a shopping building with lots of local businesses during a…read morestroll through Carmel. The ordering is done at the front counter, and while this may make people turn away, it shouldn't. The menu has sandwiches to full plated meals available for lunch which can fill anyone up depending on how hungry you are. We ordered a variety of dishes, and even though it was a busy Saturday during lunch the cooks and workers were quick to get our food out in a timely manner.

A cute cafe in the middle of a shopping plaza. There's lots of open seating with a steady stream of…read morecustomers. Our food still came out quickly though. We got the macchiato and latte and both were good. The macchiato was quite strong with just one shot so I preferred the latte. 1. Salmon pasta 5/5 The salmon is super tender and they give a decent amount of it. The pasta had a really tasty creamy sauce. I only wish the pasta had a bit more of a bite to it! 2. Philly cheesesteak 4.5/5 Good sized sandwich and the beef is very tender. The sandwich tasted a tad dry. 3. Ham and Brie sandwich 4.5/5 The ham and Brie is inside a very crispy croissant. The center of the croissant was very soft though.

I'm from Southern California and already planning my next trip to Carmel. I visited in November…read more2025, and this spot is at the top of my list to return to. The ambiance was exactly what you hope for--quiet, warm, and inviting--and the staff couldn't have been more friendly. But the real standout? The food. Absolutely over-the-top delicious and deeply satisfying. My husband and I shared the homemade tomato bisque with quiche, a tuna mixed greens salad, and clam chowder. I'm still thinking about that soup and salad--my mouth is watering just writing this. Please keep this place thriving--I want it waiting for us on our next visit!

Even on the sunniest Carmel days, sometimes you just need a little tropical escape Dole Whip at…read moreCafe Luna -- creamy, pineapple perfection that's anything but dull. Swirled high, ridiculously refreshing, and served right here in the heart of Carmel Plaza. Grab one, claim a spot on our sunny patio, watch the world stroll by on Ocean Ave, and pretend you're on a mini-vacation (because in Carmel, every day kinda feels like one anyway). Who's joining me for a swirl? #CafeLunaCarmel #DoleWhip #CarmelByTheSea #CarmelPlaza #PineappleTreats #MontereyBayEats

I don't know what we anticipated when going here. We did so without using any of the Yelp pictures…read moreso it wasn't at all what we had in mind so we immediately left. But to get there you have to walk down this little tiny path between buildings which opens up to a huge beautiful courtyard and that is where you enter. Just going into that area is worth it They also seem to make hot chocolate fresh there for you to drink. It would be to-go

I just visited The Xocolatl Garden in Carmel-by-the-Sea and wow, it was such a great find! The…read morechocolate quality here is amazing, very rich and smooth. You can tell they use really high-end ingredients. What I liked most is the various selections they have. They have so many different flavors and unique (like Venezuela, Mexico, Haiwaii, green tea and lemon chocolate or various caramel choco flavors). I bought a small box to try different ones and every single piece was delicious. Also, the garden is so pretty! It is so peaceful and beautiful to sit there and enjoy my treats. The shop is very cute too, it fits the Carmel vibe perfectly. If you are a chocolate lover, you definitely need to stop by here. It's a bit pricey but totally worth it for the taste and the quality. I will definitely coming back next time I am in town!