Aubergine at L'Auberge Carmel

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   datenightfoodie

   Los Angeles

   6 reviews

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   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Aubergine is my special place where I know every aspect of my experience will be satisfying and memorable. This restaraunt and chef are highly underrated. I have been to many 3 MS restaraunts and Aubergine most definately stands up to the best of them. I am immensley grateful to have dined at this incredible restaraunt for the fourth time.
   

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   WineEnthusiast

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Excellent dining experience. Amazing chef and team.
   

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   DougG

   San Francisco

   47 reviews

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   5.0

   47 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Once you have decided this is not a crazy amount of money to spend on dinner, you won’t be disappointed. Each course (eight or so) is meticulously presented and, more importantly, delicious and showcases the ingredients. Our Sommelier’s wine pairings were perfect and sometimes surprising. Top notch and top prices to go with the service and the food.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago

   5 reviews

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   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Simply wonderful! Everything was perfect. They even made up a Champagne pairing for us.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   1 review

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   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 22, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The best tasting menu I’ve had in California. If you’ve been here prior to the pandemic , it is even BETTER than before. A+
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Central Coast

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 20, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   One of the best experiences we have had. We will be back.
   

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   NedimF

   San Francisco

   6 reviews

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   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on May 20, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience3

   Amazing attention to detail, an experience that transforms you, flawless service, and a nice touch of a chef or a sous chef serving and explaining each dish.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 19, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   One of the most memorable evenings of my life. I attended with a food critic and even she was impressed.
   

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   StevenA

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 18, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Unbelievable over the top experience most expensive meal but worth the experience and value. Staff was out matched to any other in its class
   

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    SteveB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food, the service, the ambiance, were all fantastic. The expense was well worth the overall experience which made for a wonderful Mother’s Day for my wife. The wine/food pairing and creativity of the chef and sommelier were unmatched.
    

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    1MaLeslie

    Los Angeles

    110 reviews

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    5.0

    110 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

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    Absolutely perfect dining experience. Should get more Michelin stars. It is very expensive so save for a special occasion.
    

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    CraigN

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

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    This is the best meal and wine pairing we have ever experienced. It was an absolutely exquisite meal prepared and served fantastically.
    

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    kennys

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was phenomenal, service, food, and wine.
    

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    ESSKAY

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    The food was delicious, the service was friendly and timely. My only feedback would be with the seating. We were seated in the Lobby next to the bar. It felt like we were pushed to the side and squeezed in. It is possible that it was because we were a pair, and they do not seat 2 in the dining room. But, to get the whole experience, I would have preferred to have been seated in the dining room, and not next to the patrons at the bar.
    

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    luv2dine

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

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    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    One of a kind experience! A friend recommended Aubergine as the best meal of her life so I had to try it while in Carmel. Every course was a work of art. The staff was so knowledgeable, friendly, professional and made each course feel special. It was a very unique experience for our anniversary dinner!
    

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    spencerg

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2023

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    Sitting next to the front door was cold. Every hotel guest walked through and ruined the experience I was had been waiting a long time to have. I truly wish the staff would have acknowledged this; especially paying a grand for 2 people. Never again.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Outrageous and magnificent are the only words that come to mind. Every single detail was executed with precision and served with great attention and knowledgeable descriptions from a most respectable team of service professionals. This team was a well oiled machine but without the pretentiousness one might expect from such a fine dining experience as this. Highly recommend!
    

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    ScottR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Best meal - EVER. I would recommend this restaurant to any foodie.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    10 reviews

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    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Never fails to delight! The service is impeccable, and the food is incredible. Every dish is unique and beautifully presented. This is an experience not to be missed in Carmel. They have one Michelin star, but they are operating at a three Michelin star level!
    

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    Ernie

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

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    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3

    The food was outstanding and was the best part of the experience by far! The service was OK not outstanding. Very hard to understand what some of the servers were saying as they were speaking a mile a minute. They were not the friendliest bunch either. The atmosphere was disappointing as well and we expected more for a Michelin star restaurant. The music was blasting and sounded like a bar and the ambience just wasn’t very luxurious or inviting or sophisticated. Lots of people dressed like they just came off a basketball game wearing track suits and hats indoors. We expected more elegant. But the food was absolutely outstanding really really really superb, and beautifully presented on the most gorgeous dinnerware.
    

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    PickyGourmands

    Portland

    36 reviews

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    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Our aunt and uncle were visiting from Germany, and we invited them to join us at Aubergine. They are true gourmands and have been to quite a few 2-3 star Michelin guide restaurants both in Germany and the US. Claus was surprised to learn that Aubergine has 1 Michelin star, he thought the quality of the food and service is deserving of at least 2 stars. At any rate, we were all delighted by our meal there last week. Every course was delicious and the service was outstanding as well. The dining room itself is a bit mundane, and I wonder if that is why the Michelin folks only awarded 1-star? I highly recommend Aubergine if you are in the Monterey Bay area and are looking for an exquisite dining experience
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

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    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Exquisite dining experience, not to be missed. We enjoyed every moment starting with the amuse bouche and felt like every course was perfectly paired with a wine selected for our individual palate. Thanks for the the amazing night. Judy
    

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    Jessie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food here was an experience. The flavors and texture profile of all the dishes prepared for us were beyond expectation. We went to celebrate my wife’s birthday and we’re left with a memorable dinner.
    

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    dvrx

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My wife and I celebrated her birthday here. This was our first time ever having this level of fine dining experience, and we knew we were splurging in a big way. I was initially worried since every other time I've ever had a chef's choice prix fixe meal, there was always a few things that I just didn't like. Not so, here. Everything was absolutely fantastic, so many things I've never had anything like before - the evening was full of amazing pleasant surprised. For every dish I've had a similar version before, this was by far the best. The service was impeccable - everyone was extremely friendly, attentive, prompt, professional, knowledgeable. Quite simply, this was the best meal I've ever had in my life. Such a special occasion.
    

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    BousiBro

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food, rich abd lushes flavours, the pastry chef is out of this world, the staff was incredibly attentive and went above and beyond for us
    

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    Crepes

    New England

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Dinner was awesome! When we travel we always look to book a Michelin Star restaurant. We’ve been to many all over the world. This was one of the best dinners we’ve had! The food was amazing. The Chef Justin Cogley served us one of our courses! It was a fabulous experience!
    

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    Chol

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

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    Everything is perfect. Staff is very warm and professional. Food taste is awesome, presentation is attractive and catching eyes. Chef is handsome. 😉😄
    

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    LelaN

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

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    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Consistently, our favorite place for special occasions. Each dish was a delight, prepared with innovation and without ego.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    London

    4 reviews

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    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was our second visit to Aubergine and the second time I had an outstanding meal and experience. I dined with my family. The food was incredible. Every course was creative, beautifully plated and delicious. The staff went above and beyond. They were super knowledgeable, attentive and friendly. The space was intimate and comfortable. We dined with my 8 year old son and the chef made special plates off the tasting menu just for him. Dining at Aubergine was the highlight of our trip…for the second year in a row. Truly special.
    

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    SarahIsHungry

    Minneapolis

    10 reviews

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    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Stunning menu, warm and thoughtful service. The reserve wine pairing was delightful. Love this place and highly recommend. They are likely to get 2 michelin stars soon — get a resv now if you can!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A once in a lifetime dining experience!!! The food and service are OUTSTANDING!! It will but a dent in your pocketbook, but we’ll worth it in my opinion.
    

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    CubsfN

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

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    It was our 17th wedding anniversary. Everything was perfect!
    

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    ArenJ

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Phenomenal food, service & atmosphere. 11 on a scale of 1-10.
    

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    Slayer

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    One of the best meals I've ever had. Service, wine paring, presentation, flavors, ingenuity. Definitely Michelin star deserved.
    

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    MarkH

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Perfect Anniversary dinner
    

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    WillS

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious food with beautiful presentation, attentive staff. Chef came to the table to present a dish and was wonderful to meet him.
    

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    SylviaB

    Portland

    49 reviews

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    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My husband and I had one of the best meals ever. Each presentation were superb and imaginative. The most incredible part was the evening was that the area had no electricity and everything had to be prepared in the dark. Well done and thumbs up to all who accomplished this. We had a delightful evening
    

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    stevef

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Intimate and immaculate presentation. Knowledgeable and helpful Sommelier. They pulled a exciting and adventurous meal out of a hat on a night when all power had been cut from the restaurant. Well done!
    

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    Elg728

    New England

    14 reviews

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    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The whole experience was incredible. The service, food & ambiance exceeded expectations. It was by far one of the best meals we have ever had. We can’t wait to return to Carmel & have another food experience at Abergine. You made our trip even more special!!!
    

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    LisaK

    Baltimore

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    We had an amazing dining experience despite the power outage. Chef kept sending out delicious courses that were subtle and beautifully presented. All was done with only the use of a gas range, headlamp and imagination. We will treasure this one-of-a-kind evening, and will return when able!!
    

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