Carmel

4.7

450 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for business meals
Good for special occasions
Charming

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. We serve Contemporary Seafood and 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-fired oysters, fish, lobster, 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...

Weekday Lunch is served at Carmel’s Bar. We do not accept reservations for lunch, though walk-ins are always welcome at any time of day. Gratuity is applied to parties of 6+. Parties of 9+, please submit an inquiry at CarmelATL.com>Reservations.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Californian, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(470) 355-7245
Website
http://www.carmelatl.com/
Payment Options
Cash not accepted
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Brandon Hughes
Private party facilities
Carmel hosts a range of special events, excellent for celebrating any occasion. For family and friends, colleagues and team building, our events program offers something for everyone. Reach out to us about bringing your idea into reality. For inquiries and more details, visit the Special Events page on our website or email Events@CarmelATL.com.

Location
3009 Bolling Way NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
Area
Buckhead
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
20 Minute walk from Buckhead Transit Station
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

New Year's Eve at Carmel
US$125.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Carmel with a memorable multi-course prix-fixe dinner. Book your table now and toast to the new year with an exquisite dining experience at Carmel! A credit card is required to reserve your spot, and payment for dinner will be handled at the restaurant (gratuity not included).
Valentines' 2025 Prix Fixe Dinner
US$125.00 per person
14 Feb 2025 only
Join us at Carmel for a romantic Valentine’s Day celebration featuring a beautifully crafted prix fixe menu. Executive Chef Brandon Hughes has designed a dining experience that blends Carmel’s signature flavors with special holiday creations, perfect for sharing with someone you love. Reserve your table now and join us for a delightful dining experience. A credit card is required to reserve your spot, but final payment will be handled at the restaurant (gratuity not included).

What 450 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Atlanta Metro
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
Atlanta
Romantic
Atlanta
Seafood
Atlanta
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Carmel in Buckhead offers "amazing food, beautiful ambience," and top-tier service, making it a standout dining experience. Diners rave about the "fresh, amazing seafood" and "inventive entrees with delicious sauces." The stylish interior and attentive staff create a "phenomenal experience" perfect for both casual outings and special occasions.

450 Reviews

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Shana
VIP
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I had the truffle lasagna. It was absolutely horrible. Our server was great, we tipped her well. The oysters were dime sized and expensive, but tasty. The octopus was good, but hardly any was served. The best thing was the okra. We won’t return, because dinner was $250, valet was $20, and tip was $60. We eat out a LOT, and Atlanta restaurants need to be competitive. That being said, our server was excellent.
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Ashley
Caribbean
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Carmel! The food, the staff, ambience was a ten out of ten!
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Paul
VIP
Atlanta Metro
118 reviews
4.0
118 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We went for The Feast of Seven Fishes (only counted 6). Started with cocktails, but the 1st course came ahead of them, so we waited. Both (different) cocktails were mostly nugget ice and heavily citrused. Won’t order cocktails again. Small plates were decent, but confidently small. The lobster tortellini plate made up for the total meal and was generous. Basque cheesecake is an interesting less-sweet option but I wouldn’t opt for it.
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Michael
Seattle
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
For a $300+ dinner for three, you would think both the food and service would be above average. Unfortunately neither was the case. We were initially told by the waiter, of one person was to order the Feast of Fishes, everyone at the table had to. We weren’t going to pay $95 for our daughter to pick at a meal she wouldn’t eat so we requested normal menus to order dinner from. 15 minutes later, the waiter came back advising the manager would “make an exception this time.” Hmmm… After forgetting our daughter’s drink twice and the coffee that was ordered, we finally received our food after another 30 minute wait in a restaurant that was approx 20% filled. We should have just ordered from the regular menu. First course was one thin slice of raw tuna. Second course was two scallops. Third course was a very small lobster tail (severely overcooked) with six tortellini on the side. Finally, the desert was a dry cheesecake that was also burnt and tasted every bit of the burned crust. All of that for only $95/person! First red flag should have been open reservations in every time slot in Dec 23. Second red flag should have been the lack of attentiveness of the staff. There are a good many better options all within a few blocks radius. Just save the frustration and your money and go to one of those.
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Tara
Atlanta Metro
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The food was just ok. We ordered 6 oysters and one of them didn’t have any meat. The filet steak was ok. Steaks should not have steak sauce on them at a fine dining restaurant. The creamed spinach wasn’t fully cooked.
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Bill
VIP
Atlanta Metro
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Feast of 7 Fishes was just okay and not sure we really received 7 fishes.
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Jordan
Atlanta Metro
10 reviews
1.0
10 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Double charged me on two entrees on my bill. Good thing I checked.
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Fran
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time, food was spectacular and so were the drinks
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Dorian
VIP
Atlanta Metro
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
It was great Michelle is awesome! Loved my food Ty!
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sunny
VIP
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The food here is outstanding, my friends and I enjoyed every part of our meal and would definitely come back! The service was quick and our server was very kind. Overall a great place to dine at. We got the NY strip, filet mignon, caviar fries, broccolini, swordfish, and their lychee martini!
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FAQs

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

Carmel is rated 4.7 stars by 450 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

3009 Bolling Way NE, Atlanta, GA 30305

Additional information

Area
Buckhead
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
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
Cash not accepted
Executive Chef
Brandon Hughes
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.carmelatl.com/
Phone number
(470) 355-7245
Private party facilities
Carmel hosts a range of special events, excellent for celebrating any occasion. For family and friends, colleagues and team building, our events program offers something for everyone. Reach out to us about bringing your idea into reality. For inquiries and more details, visit the Special Events page on our website or email Events@CarmelATL.com.

Carmel

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

New Year's Eve at Carmel

Valentines' 2025 Prix Fixe Dinner

Menu

What 450 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Carmel offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Carmel restaurant rated?

Is Carmel currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information