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August 2023 by Sara P
**Warning** Racism is being supported by you when you eat at this restaurant. My wife, my son and I were having a beautiful morning. Went to Carmel bakery and grabbed some food before my wife had to go to work. After walking her to work I decided to go to Carmel Belle. Worst mistake of my entire life. What you’re going to read will sound like fiction, but as a busy computer programmer I can assure you I wouldn’t take valuable time concocting this event and sharing unless it was extraordinarily egregious. My son and I walk in, find a booth in the back corner as it was the only available table. For those with children, you understand setting up a 1 year old, situating the stroller, making his food, and waiting for him to calm before you buy your food is a whole thing by yourself. As I’m calming him so I can purchase a root beer and an oatmeal cookie, I start nibbling on the breakfast burrito I got from Carmel bakery and I notice someone hovering over me and my son. I look up and it was the owner angrily looking us and yelled “ I have a lot of customers you can’t sit here and eat that food!” I said “ok I was going to buy something, but I’ll buy it now” he looked incredulously at us angrily turned his back on us and walked away. I said politely “ we’re customers too, i come here all the time and I was setting up…” He cuts me off ( and now he has an audience of people surrounding us and sitting down staring at us) he said “ I don’t care I’ve never seen you her before….” I repeat he said “ I’ve never see you here before” loudly so those watching could take in the unnecessary drama. What does that fact have to do with anything? And how does he know he’s never seen me before with as many people that visit this establishment? I’m the only black person there and I’ve seen this “movie” before so as I stood in line I said “you know what just leave me alone, I’m buying something right now” He speed walks over to my and my sons face about 10 inches away and angrily says “what did you just say to me?!” I said “ get away from me sir I’m trying to buy something and you you’re chasing me around the restaurant, leave me alone! “ everyone is now staring at me like I’m causing trouble, very embarrassing as my son watches and witnesses this type of behavior for the first time. He then yells “ you know what!! I’m not serving you, you guys can leave! Go!” Now he’s grandstanding for the ever growing audience in order to embarrass us even more and save face. I told him, “ I’m a paying Customer and you’re kicking me out because I told you to leave me alone? Sorry that’s neither ethical nor moral and borderline harassment. Please leave me alone!” At that point he came to his senses and walked away and went behind the counter and I finished my food. My wife shows up and can feel the tension and says “ what’s wrong baby. Now for context my wife is beautiful,red headed Caucasian woman of Irish decent. When I go to ask what the name of the restaurant is he first says” you eat here all the time and you don’t know the name of this restaurant!?” Laughs and waves me away and try’s to talk politely and intellectually to my wife to explain to her what happened. We both looked at him and said “ we are married why would I take your word over his, don’t talk to me.” I asked him again “what is the name of this restaurant” he yells “ look it up! Google it!” And walks away. My wife was shocked and asked “ how is this angry man still in business?” Now I’m a college educated, busy computer programmer Who moved my family here to raise my son in a calm accepting city. I lived here in the 80’s as a military brat on fort ord military base and remembered the acceptance and inclusion I felt and since we moved her it has been amazing until I met this owner who now has me second guessing this move. So because I’ve seen this “ movie” before and did not want him trying to take action secretly because he seems like an instigator, my wife and I called the police and asked them to come down. They showed up within 8 minutes! The Carmel police department deserves an award for the
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July 2023 by coyote608
LOVE this place! This is exactly the kind of place I love to find on vacation -- casual ambiance, excellent food, and the kind of place you can hang a while and gab and sip your coffee.
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February 2023 by samjay23
Giant tasty oat cappuccinos. My partner said his cookie was good. My pecan tart was average. A pleasant open setting with a fire and some pantry and clothing goods to buy.
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November 2022 by phuntsok_ D
As it's says live life beautifully ?Beautifulllll store.. you will love the decors in this local home goods boutique.. i wished I can buy everything from here!! Fortunately I got some butterfly ? for decor.. holds the quality as the price..the owner is so sweet and patience and loving... To show you around her stuffs very welcoming.. must visit upstairs pls you will love the tiny patio with chair and table... Give me butterflies feeling to see her well kept store...See U belle cose love Carmel support locals.?
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November 2022 by johnbX360CP
Had a light lunch--soup and grilled cheese--plus coffee drinks. Excellent food--tasty and healthy. Very nice counter service. Great inside seating area, with a fireplace going. Also some outdoor tables. We'll be back!
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October 2022 by Andrewsk8s
We found this place randomly by following the locals. It turned out to be an EXCELLENT cozy, healthy, tasty breakfast. Lots of veggie and hipster options (avocado), great presentation, impeccable service, and really nice atmosphere. I can't wait to go back.
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October 2022 by KristinfromMoraga
Consistently good food, always fresh and hearty. This is great place to go for counter service and take away
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July 2022 by az2580
This sweet place in Carmel is a fabulous option for Gluten Free and dairy free diners. While I am not either, I was with a friend who is and was thrilled at the plethora of options available to her. We shared everything and I enjoyed the food just as much as she did.
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June 2022 by KMK1070
A lovely breakfast in a beautiful setting. We received our food and coffee promptly and everything was very delicious! Would definitely go back!
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May 2022 by weyl-59
Somewhat off the beaten track and discovered by accident -- good seating and excellent coffee -- really nice charcuterie plate.
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March 2022 by KHTTU2000
Happened upon this restaurant when another place we tried had over an hour wait. So glad we were "forced" to look elsewhere. The food was spectacular as was the service, and the table by the fireplace made it even better. My friend ordered the green eggs and ham and said it was the best she'd had. I had avocado toast with a poached egg and a side of truffle mushrooms. Everything was cooked perfectly and delicious.
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January 2022 by salsitachiquita
Horrible. I feel robbed. I ordered a matcha green tea latte, with almond milk, a small berry pistachio cake, and two round ball like treats (coconut chai and almond). The matcha latte was made with whole milk which had caused me horrific stomach pain as I'm lactose intolerant!! I specifically asked for almond milk or oat milk and was told their almond milk was made in house so I opted for that. Yet I was given regular milk. And my health has suffered!!! As for the pastries I was only given the round small ball like treats in a baggie. When I arrived home 76 miles away from Carmel, I was both disappointed that the cake was not in the bag, and I had a stomach ache. All of this was about $20!!! The worst experience. If you visit make sure you get what you pay for, and check it before you leave the shop especially if you're from out of town. I so wish I could get a refund or some compensation for this horrible literally stomach aching experience.
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January 2022 by djz032070
We stopped in for a quick sip and bite. A little pricey. Ginger scones were tasty. Ingredients are healthy and fresh. Sitting area is quaint and cozy.
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September 2021 by Melissa W
We go to Carmel Belle every time we're in Carmel, and it never disappoints! Great food, quick service (order at the counter and they bring it to the table). Great place for coffee and a quick snack, breakfast or lunch. Highly recommend.
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August 2021 by Snowball108
Food is simply good and we can taste the quality of the ingredients! This place makes it to our list of restaurants we would return to when in Carmel.
