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Carmel's Cafe Bar and Grill

250 Main Road, McLaren Vale, South Australia 5171, Australia
0883238038
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Ranked #11 of 28 restaurants in McLaren Vale
Price range: $11 - $43
Cuisines: Coffee Shop, Mediterranean, Seafood, Steakhouse
Most recent review
- May 12, 2013
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Adelaide, Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

Have just got home from taking my mother and the In-laws to Carmels, and honestly we could not fault a thing, the minute we walked in the door we were not disappointed, the service was prompt and very friendly and the food was amazing so delicious , i had the salmon and it was perfect, infact all the meals that... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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29 reviews 29 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

I had to go here as everywhere i tried to get on on this day during the long weekend was full but the food was lovely and delicious and reasonably priced. It is casual dining and can be noisy with big groups but above average food for good prices.

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Adelaide, Australia
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25 reviews 25 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

Lovely afternoon with family we shared the platter and it was fantastic the four of us were so full my husband took us there as he had been before and raved about it.

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Melbourne
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9 restaurant reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013 via mobile

We made a last minute decision to eat here Easter Sunday for dinner. No reservation made, simply walked in off the street without a problem. It was probably 2/3 full with a couple of large tables celebrating, which made it a little noisy. Staff were friendly but didn't seem to have responsibility for their own table or area and as... More

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Christchurch
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23 reviews 23 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

Dined here with family 4 adults 3 kids for lunch on a weeend and everyone had a good experience. Slushies and 'kids menu' for the youngsters kept them happy while the adults were able to enjoy a relaxed meal. I had delicious ribs whilst the other adults had mainly fish dishes. As with most restaurants these days dining at lunch... More

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Airlie Beach, Australia
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23 restaurant reviews
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2013

We spent three nights in McLaren Vale and ate at restaurants every night. I offer that as my qualifications to say that there are better places, for the same price or lower, than Carmel's Cafe Bar & Grill. The area we were forced to sit in was very 'casual' - tables like picnic benches, no tablecloth, paper napkins, warm wine... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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7 restaurant reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

This was my first visit to Carmel's restaurant. I went with a group of friends for lunch and we were all very impressed by the dining experience. The menu was extensive and the lunch specials very good value. All ingredients were very fresh and flavoursome and well cooked. Salads were exquisite with good dressings. The table service was attentive and... More

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Adelaide, Australia
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

first time we went to dine at McLaren vale were not sure where to go for a nice hearty meal. we came across this Carmel's café bar and grill, twas just our normal sunday luncheon with the kids, so we decided to give carmel's a try...and we were never disappointed!, the staffs are very accommodating, there is a very nice... More

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Merseyside
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45 reviews 45 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2013 via mobile

Tonight we ate our “last supper” with Nan before her return to the UK at Carmel’s Cafe Bar and Grill … and WOW what a meal! Again, before we set off to this restaurant we checked the menu online to see what gluten-free (if any) meals they offered. I was stunned by the choice and my mouth was watering before... More

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Geneva, Switzerland
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36 reviews 36 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2013

Quite a nice location but not great food. There are better places in the McLaren Vale. Had salmon and they ruined it with the sauce which did not appear to match and enhance the food. Didn't seem to use the most of good quality products that SA has.

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