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Welcome to Yafa

"Yafa, located in Carmel-By-The-Sea, is a Mediterranean gem offering a range of vegan and vegetarian options. With a cozy, romantic ambiance and attentive staff, it's perfect for a special night out. Customers rave about the gorgonzola filet mignon and MishMish chicken, both cooked to perfection. The lamb specialty kebabs are full of flavor, although slightly dry. What sets Yafa apart is their dedication to accommodating dietary preferences, with plenty of gluten-free options available. If you're in the area, don't miss out on the unique culinary experience that Yafa has to offer."

LOCATIONS
  • Yafa
    Junipero St &, 5th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, United States
    Junipero St &, 5th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, United States Hotline: +1 831-624-9232

Yafa, located in the charming town of Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA, is a Mediterranean gem that offers a variety of dishes to please every palate. With a focus on traditional Mediterranean cuisine, Yafa prides itself on its attention to detail and quality ingredients.

At Yafa, you can expect to find a range of vegan and vegetarian options, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions. The restaurant also offers delivery, takeout, and catering services, ensuring that you can enjoy their delicious food wherever you are.

With a cozy and intimate atmosphere, Yafa is perfect for a romantic dinner or a casual meal with friends. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and even welcomes furry friends, making it a truly inclusive dining experience.

Customer reviews rave about the flavorful dishes at Yafa, with highlights including the MishMish chicken with apricot glaze, lamb meatballs with homemade pasta, and gorgonzola filet mignon. The attentive staff and charming decor only add to the overall dining experience.

For a taste of the Mediterranean in the heart of Carmel, look no further than Yafa. Call (831) 624-9232 to make a reservation and experience the culinary delights that this restaurant has to offer.

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Harold K.
Harold K.

It should actually be 4.5 but there is no way to do it. Solid Mediterranean food. My wife and I got three appetizers to sample: babganuj and pita, hummus and pita, and labneh and pita. All decent though portions are not huge. The pita was fresh and warm though on the thin side. Great for that style but not if you want it fluffy. We had the meatball, tomato, potato, and onion dish (Mama's) which was great. Finished with a Lebanese pudding for dessert which was near perfect. Staff and service were very friendly. Unfortunately there was a table next to us with several loud babies and another with a dog. Nothing they could do but did detract from the ambiance a bit. Recommend it as there are multiple other items on the menu I'd like to try.

Maureen H.
Maureen H.

This is our second time here. We came last month with our dogs and had a wonderful time. So this time we came back to celebrate my birthday. Both times I've had the gorgonzola filet mignon, medium rare because I'm not a monster. Both times, it was amazing. While given a steak knife, I cut my filet with the butter knife. It was that tender! My husband had the special last time and the salmon this time. While neither of us could remember what he had, it was yummy for us both to return. We were seated right away (only a party of 2, we'll, 4 with the dogs). Our food came in a timely manner. The dessert!!! I had the floating island which was amazing if you like meringue.

Sasha M.
Sasha M.

Of my friends was visiting from out of state and we made a quick trip to Carmel by the Sea. It was a last minute reservation and they squeezed us in. Food was excellent, they were slammed so It took a while to come out. The wine list was good, but not much Greek wine! They recommended a lovely Sav Blanc, which they offered at a discount because the one we really wanted was out of stock. A very nice gesture, I thought. Small dining room, but again the food wonderful.

Sylvia I.
Sylvia I.

For our entrees we got the Salmon and Mishmish chicken, and both were delicious. We made last minute plans so we just walked in and were seated immediately. Our server was also very nice and attentive. Cute decor too, will be going back when in the area!

Nicole M.
Nicole M.

Highly recommend this place if you're in Carmel. The restaurant is really small so plan ahead of you're going with a large group. Service was great, and the staff was very helpful and friendly. I recommend the greek salad and lamb specialty kebabs. Note the lamb was a bit on the drier side but overall packed with flavor.

Trevor W.
Trevor W.

The food was amazing. We had MishMish chicken, which is a Moroccan dish with an apricot glaze and the best lamb/beef meatballs with homemade pasta. The staff were very attentive and the ambiance was perfect after a day of shopping in Carmel. Note - for those of you that are gluten free, they have a lot of options and they even make amazing homemade gluten free pasta.