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Carmel, Atlanta, GA

Carmel

4.2
4.2
202 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood
Carmel is a love letter to the coast—the ocean breeze, the freedom, the elements that make you feel so good when you’re next to the water. Influenced by the coastal flavors of the Yucatan, and the Mediterranean, we embrace a gastronomic narrative centered around the celebration of premium seafood and seasonal produce. From the cozy yet elegant interior to the seasonal menu and craft cocktails, every detail reflects our passion for the oceanside experience.

Our menu showcases high-quality, sustainable seafood skillfully paired with fresh, local ingredients. Whether it's sophisticated crudos, wood fire grilled fish and dry aged steak, or vibrant cocktails, we would love to take you on a journey to your favorite waterfront destination. Let the ocean breeze carry you away..

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2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (470) 355-7245
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • Executive chef
    Luis Guevara Salgado
  • Neighborhood
    Buckhead
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    20 Minute walk from Buckhead Transit Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • A Decadent Night at Carmel

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    Come celebrate in style on NYE night! From 5pm till midnight we are upping the ante with decadent supplements and cocktails crafted with rare and high-end spirits, all set to a breezy soundtrack provided by a live DJ. Reserve your spot now to make sure you are ringing in the new year like you deserve.

    A Decadent Night at Carmel Photo

What 202 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

202 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    We loved our server, April, and enjoyed the experience overall, but would loved to have had more vegan options.

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  2. JessD

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We had a good time overall. We went for a birthday celebration and it was odd not a slight mention or remark about it was mentioned by any of the staff. Nonetheless, the food was good and they made a white lady upon request despite it not being on the menu and the bartender and staff not knowing the drink.

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  3. JanineS

    Atlanta Metro

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    OMG! Dinner was wonderful. The wine selection was slim because they are transitioning, but other than that we couldn't have enjoyed it more. Our server, April, was a gem and made our birthday celebration perfection.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing service. We were given a complimentary espresso martini because they made an extra. The food was phenomenal. We will absolutely be back. The ambience was so relaxing. Perfect for a girls night.

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  5. SusanS

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything we ordered was so delicious our server April was so knowledgeable and attentive. Will definitely come again.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Bartender, while nice, lacked experience and moved very slow.

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  7. BStan

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience5
    Food and ambience was really good. However the service left a lot to be desired.

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  8. Nick

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience4
    Beautiful space, but we were disappointed by the food especially at that price point.

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  9. CrystalB

    Coastal Georgia

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Beautiful interior. Great bar area with fun cocktails. Creative and delicious food.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    There were only about 4-5 tables seated and multiple servers and yet it felt like we were constantly waiting around for someone to help us. I poured our tables own water 5 different times because no one even noticed the sparkling water bottles at our table were empty. The food was cold and tasted like a want to be gourmet place that simply missed the mark. The quality of the ceviche, tuna tartare etc was the same as a strip mall sushi restaurant. The fries had a horrible bitter seasoning and the worst aioli sauce I have ever had. I had the halibut as an entree and it felt like none of the flavors were meant to go together. Might be the worst high end menu in Atlanta. Ambience and location were cool and the host was very nice. Expected better and won't be back.

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  11. Alicia

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The dinner was great and the drinks were even better.

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  12. MemeE

    Houston

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Food was unique and flavorful. We had milk buns and shrimp appetizer, both were yummy. We also gave the red snapper… did not care for the red sauce that it was cooked in. It could have been more flavorful.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience2
    Great food and service but the couples of times I’ve been there, the place was quite empty. A little crowd and better background music would be nice.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    I really wanted to like this restaurant. I have been eyeing it for a while and I like Aziza, so I had high expectations. I booked for our anniversary dinner. Ordered the ceviche. I found it very bland. Food took a while to arrive even though the restaurant was not very busy (it’s was an early Sunday dinner). My husband ordered the scallops. It only came with four scallops and a huge, disproportionate portion of risotto. Again, pretty bland. My crab pasta with squid was overly salted and chewy. So disappointing. The highlight of the entire meal was the side order of cauliflower. We ended up skipping dessert. The server did not acknowledge our anniversary even though it was on the reservation. Initially we were seated by the door despite the place being nearly empty. I’m sad that it did not live up to the hype. Will not be returning. :(

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  15. NicoleM

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Patty was our server, Shelby was manager on duty and they both were amazing! We his was a great dining experience and we will be regular customers

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Really relaxing and lovely lunch. Have been there three times in three weeks.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience5
    Took 1 1/2 hour to get food and it was cold. Great service but poor execution and tiny portions

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    CUSTOMER SERVICE WAS AMAZING!!! FOOD AMAZING!! THEY MADE THE NIGHT SPECIAL FOR MY GIRL

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall1food2service3ambience3
    Didn’t get asked for steak temp Tuna tartare had way to much pepper Asked for broccoli, served cauliflower. Was told they only have broccolini (which not ask or bring broccolini?!)

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  20. AlishaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Allie Marie was wonderful & attentive. Food was amazing and the desserts were thoughtful & delicious, will definitely go back.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing ambiance & food! Really enjoyed my outing for date night

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  22. Mimi

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambiance, food and service! Definitely going back soon!

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  23. EmilyB

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, appropriate portions for 2. The ambience and interior is sexy and cozy. The wait staff was attentive and efficient. I’d definitely come back.

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  24. GoDawgs229

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was wonderful! My family and I went in for a Sunday lunch and were very pleasantly surprised. Everything we ate was absolutely delicious and seasoned to perfection. Try the shishito peppers- they were the best I've ever had! Our server was fabulous as well, very attentive and helpful. The restaurant was almost empty when we were there, so it was very quiet but the decor and overall ambience was lovely. I can't wait to go back for dinner!

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  25. Pita77

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress was absolutely awesome. I am not sure why the restaurant has the mixed reviews. Our experience was great. The scallops were delicious!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    It was nice food was good but overly expensive for the restaurant experience we spend almost $600 on three people only two drinking two glasses of wine each.

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  27. AmyD

    Atlanta Metro

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Nice, coastal feel restaurant. Good food. Cool bar. Friendly service. Very, very expensive, so would only return for a special occasion.

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  28. KeithB

    Atlanta Metro

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food but way too expensive. Eight dollars for bread.? At lunch? And when we asked to be validated for parking, the host pretended to validate our tickets, but didn’t!

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  29. Talan71

    Atlanta Metro

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food — apps, entrees, deserts, cocktails and service, all breathtakingly wonderful!

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  30. MoniqueJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Everything was great! Snapper was a little on the fishy side (tasted like there was salt water on it) lol and I usually love snapper but all of the other food was perfect. Apple dessert was our favorite! Cocktails were great as well and our server Jasmine was so sweet and knowledgeable!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Loved the decor and ambiance. Delish Fish Torta! Excellent sourdough bread

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  32. JanW

    Atlanta Metro

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Overpriced and underwhelming.. Not a recommendation if you’re looking for great food.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience2
    Good sommelier, really really mixed bag on food - about 1/2 of it was ok to good. Not something a resto at this price point can get away with. Black rice entree was inedible. Dining room reminiscent of a Hampton Inn breakfast spot, low on character and cheap design. $500 for 3 of us and it rates as worst of our many years of Atlanta dining.

    2 people found this helpful

  34. Haley

    Atlanta Metro

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Tuna tartar and roasted chicken were very flavorful, wine great, very trendy interior!

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  35. AJahani

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I loved my experience at Carmel. The menu and the ambiance reminded me of one of my favorite restaurants in Los Angeles, called Malibu Farms. I am eagerly looking forward to my next visit.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience5
    We went to celebrate my husband’s birthday, put it on the notes and they didn’t do anything special. Ordered a tuna tartare, and it was too spicy, we couldn’t even eat it, and my husband loves spicy food. You cannot even enjoy the tuna, awful. Ordered the snapper, a very expensive dish that looks like they just used salt and again the same spicy and oily sauce they used for the tuna tartare. If that was not enough, the waitress spilled the oily sauce all over my husband’s pants. The waitress did not even notice it. At the end we just wanted to leave and asked for the check, then she brought a dessert as an apology. I thought well , they will put happy birthday or something on the plate… nothing. Beautiful place, and good music. Just not the right service or food.

    2 people found this helpful

  37. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great menu! We went for brunch on a Saturday around 1pm and the restaurant was nearly empty! A pleasant surprise. The food was delicious! We were skeptical with the choices but it turned out to be great! We got the tuna tartare which was quite spicy but still flavorful. The hanger steak and the chilaquiles with grilled chicken- both packed with flavor. Also got the Tulum Tomorrow drinks and that was also very good! Bathrooms were clean and it was just an overall very clean restaurant. Will be back!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    I really wanted to love Carmel. The place is absolutely beautiful and drinks were amazing. The food just wasn’t doing it for me. It was either too salty or too bland. The food wasn’t horrible, it just didn’t live up to the expectations I had especially for how much everything were. Still would recommend to go for the ambiance.

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  39. Jorge

    Mexico City

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    Very disappointing. Another trendy restaurant in the city with mediocre menu, overrated and expensive food for a poor execution on the plates. Terrible acoustics that don't invite guests to enjoy the experience. Hamachi crudo pibil was uneatable, overcooked daily fish, old blue tortillas... not wine terrible dinne... close to +$400... really? Make sure you don't waist your time.

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  40. Rchar

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I wanted to like it a lot. We ordered the Leche de Tigre (probably the favorite), hamachi pastor crudo (pastor seasoning was a little odd), milkbuns (but the butter didn’t quite work), heirloom tomatoes (nothing special but fresh and refreshing with a little kick), pork belly tostadas (the second favorite), and the lobster cannelloni (wasn’t the lobster type pasta dish we expected). Drinks were a little expensive for the quality, but tasty.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

FAQs

Carmel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (470) 355-7245.

Carmel is rated 4.2 stars by 202 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Carmel

3009 Bolling Way NE, Atlanta, GA 30305

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Buckhead
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    20 Minute walk from Buckhead Transit Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • Executive chef
    Luis Guevara Salgado
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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