Reviews - La Carmela
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8.6/10
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7.0
Central place, food ok. I would like to seat outside but don't let me because reservation is just inside. I didn't feel confortable with this reason.
6.5
food was okay, the service not very good but the place is nice
10
We were a big group and service was great.
10
the food was delicious and the service was very good
8.5
Good traditional food near Puerta del Sol
4.5
First of all, the table was located near a long table which was super noisy, the people just kept shouting at the top of their voice, making our experience irritable as we could barely hear each other talk. Then, when the food was coming out we noticed everything was just too salty, covered in salt flakes. As a main we ordered the 1kg of meat, cooked Medium which came out in blood, rare, if not blue. We had to ask for re-cooking twice, as even the first time, it was just too bloody.
10
beautiful
9.0
ok
10
The simpathy and service of one particular staff just made our night much memorable . he's from Brazil and his service is exceptional . the food is very good too.
9.0
Good
10
Serve fast, délicious Paëlla
2.5
The food was not good: we ordered well-done meat and received a very red piece instead. The service was poor: they didn’t clear the plates even when the table was full, and despite being simple dishes, they took a long time to arrive.
10
Excellent in everything!
6.5
Paella is a bit salty
10
The menú and the service
9.0
The cheesecake was excellent and the burger was aswell.
10
This is the second visit and it was as good as the first time. Great service from everybody, especially the manager who made sure our party of 7( 2 kids) was taken care of. Great dishes, my favourite being the fideua ( I kept thinking about it since the last time). Also the violet gelato. We left happy and full, we simply couldn’t finish everything-but we tried 😂 thank you for another memorable meal.
10
We all loved the food and the vibe!!! And the prices are great!
10
Great attention by our waiter. The food was great and we received great recommendations. Something went wrong with the discounts though. We booked with a discount but the message from the Fork didn't have the discount, nor the restaurant had it.
6.0
The Pork Belly was perfectly cooked but that was the best part of the evening. The paella was overcooked, which made it hard and dry on top, although it had plenty of seafood in it. When we arrived at the door, nobody greeted us. We found a waiter and he went to get the head waiter (I assume, because he was dressed differently), but that guy just pointed to a table behind him so we just went and sat there. There was a serviette missing and both forks were missing. Nobody came for a while so we had to get up and get some forks from the counter and a serviette from another table. Eventually, we were served by the same head waiter who doesn’t know how to smile or engage his customers. We felt like we were at a funeral. In the end, the overall experience wasn’t super bad, but it wasn’t super good either. Just AVERAGE.
10
Very good service and food
6.5
Either the waiters are not familiar with what the fideua comes loaded with, or the menu is wrong. They attempted to disagree after we complained that there were no prawns in, until we pointed those out on the menu. The aubergine was okay as were the Paxton peppers. Fideua tasty. Wouldn’t go back though.
8.0
the fried aubergine and prawn pancakes were very good
2.0
When we arrived at La Carmela, we were left to wait although we had a reservation. The place was packed with people and seems that the restaurant was overbooked. After 20mins waiting we left, afraid that to order and actually eat was also going to take long. Very disappointed as I had booked way in advance.
10
We had an absolutely wonderful experience at this restaurant! From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind. Their attention to detail and warm hospitality made us feel truly special. The food was simply outstanding—every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. We left with big smiles, feeling completely satisfied and eager to return. Highly recommended for anyone looking for excellent food and top-notch service! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
5.5
The service is awful. Seems that once you are at the table you will pay anyway, so nobody cares. Especially when you are alone, not the company. The fish was good, but tomato salad is just 5 pieces of pomato with 3 slices of tuna fish on. Definitely, all these aren't worth the money I paid. I do not recommend this place.
7.5
Service must be improved.
10
In the centre of Madrid a very historic corner with great food
3.5
I ordered the €18 menu (starter, main course, dessert, and drinks). Starter: Tasteless paella with chicken pieces, mostly bones. Main course: Undercooked entrecôte, impossible to eat. I barely finished half. Dessert: Tiramisu, quite good. Wine: not bad. Service was fast but not friendly at all.
9.5
Cold tomato soup with smoked sardine worked well. Super crispy pork rinds. Great green olives. Cheesecake went well with sweet moscatel wine.
4.0
After paying the bill in cash with four €50 notes and one €20 note, the waiter returned three or four minutes later to inform us that €40 was missing. The manager then acted in bad faith by exchanging a €50 note for a €10 note. When we asked to view the surveillance camera recordings, he responded that it would only be possible the next day. We had to insist that he call the police to access the footage. After 5 to 10 minutes, the director arrived, apologized, and informed us that he would check the recordings the following day. Additionally, they refused to grant us the 30% discount with which we had made the reservation." "I strongly advise against this restaurant and warn the community to be very cautious
9.5
Super food
8.5
Very good
9.0
Perfect waiters, good food, perfect food serving... 1-2 debatable things in set, but 100% enjoy, fun and good mood. I recommend!
9.5
Wonderful and generous food!!
10
Very good food. Good service and enjoyable atmosphere.
8.0
I took a trippa . Was tasty but portion of octopus was less. Service friendly and quick.Very pleasant atmosphere.
6.5
Menu is limited. Pricey
6.5
The food is delicious and served promptly. The staff is attentive and polite, but their strictness about our reservation through The Fork made us feel uncomfortable. They insisted we could only sit inside if we had booked via the app, which caused a bit of unease.
8.5
nice hamburger, wine good too
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