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Aubergine the restaurant at L'Auberge Carmel Carmel-by-the-Sea Reviews
Such a great restaurant as my first solo dining experience.
The restaurant is just beautiful and the staff were welcoming. They even provided me a culinary reading book during dinner. The presentations were immaculate but the taste of each dish was even better. Enjoyed my delicious cocktail as well. Definitel
Dinner at L'Aubergine was absolutely amazing.
Every dish was so thoughtful, beautifully presented, and had this little touch of fun that made the whole experience feel special. We loved the mystery of not seeing a menu and instead trying to piece each course together through the flatware, the a
Perfection.
Outstanding service. The steak frites melts in your mouth. Extensive wine list.
very good, but not sure it deserves 2 stars
I expected more from a Michelin 2 star restaurant. Not sure why it has 2 stars rather than 1. The good first. All of the food was very good. The amuse bouche was spectacular looking. The presentation for all of the courses was lovely. The 3 seafood c
I expected more from a Michelin 2 star restaurant.
Not sure why it has 2 stars rather than 1. The good first. All of the food was very good. The amuse bouche was spectacular looking. The presentation for all of the courses was lovely. The 3 seafood courses were tasty. The duck breast was excell
An absolutely stellar experience! The food was amazing with
An absolutely stellar experience! The food was amazing with mix of Asian-inspired dishes we really enjoyed. The staff also did an excellent job and the pacing of each course was very well done. The dining experience was much more intimate than we exp
One of the best dining experiences of my life.
From customer care, expert wine knowledge and incredible food this establishment has raised the bar for the culinary world. The Chef is a visionary, allowing his art to wow the eyes with colors and textures that jump from the plate. He pushes the e
I usually write only positive news about a business;
I usually write only positive news about a business; however, for the price we paid and based on the number of Michelin stars (two) this restaurant has, I believe I need to share this frank review. My husband and I were on our honeymoon, expecting to
I rarely write reviews, but this experience needs to be
I rarely write reviews, but this experience needs to be shared. My wife has Type 1 diabetes, a serious medical condition that can sometimes create emergencies outside of our control. We had to cancel our reservation for health reasons--and instead of
Just finished a very enjoyable meal at Aubergine, where I
Just finished a very enjoyable meal at Aubergine, where I last dined almost a decade ago. Things have evolved quite a bit, though there are some throughlines between my prior experience and this one. Food was very strong overall, with several stando
Phenomenal food with portions that'll leave you fighting to
Phenomenal food with portions that'll leave you fighting to finish your meal in the best way possible. Service was amazing, its always a great experience to have the chefs explain their food to you and the best ways to eat them. It gives you an
TL;DR - wonderful fine dining experience, service struck
TL;DR - wonderful fine dining experience, service struck that perfect balance of warm, professional, elegant, and personal. Food was wonderful - impeccable presentation, interesting and daring choices. Wine pairings were very well explained, most wel
My wife and I were on a quick trip to Carmel and then San
My wife and I were on a quick trip to Carmel and then San Francisco and were lucky to get a reservation at Aubergine. We reserved the 8:00 pm seating. Arrived about 15 mins early and they sat us in this quaint sitting area (may also be hotel lobby?
Tucked away in the beautiful Carmel by the sea downtown
Tucked away in the beautiful Carmel by the sea downtown area, this restaurant and this dinner experience was a pleasant surprise. Cozy small dining area with merely five or so tables, offering two dinner services, this place was such an amazing and i
Lovely experience and friendly staff.
I believe it was 7-8 courses. Ordered non alcoholic drinks and asked for bartenders choice and absolutely loved my drink! Favorite of the night was the fish course with a broth and peanut xo sauce over rice. The strawberry shortbread cake was also
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First Michelin experience
Exceeded our expectations. This was our first Michelin Star experience. Have been to many amazing restaurants but can truly see the difference in what they present and the level of detail that goes into every bite. With the restaurant being so smal
The best restaurant in the Bay Area
This is the best restaurant in the Bay Area, bar none. It beats even outstanding, three-MIchelin-star restaurants like Benu and Single Thread. There is a good argument it is the best restaurant in the world. Every dish is innovative, beautiful, an
Fabulous
Fantastic food and service!!! Every dish was perfectly made and it was special having the chefs come out to explain the dish. Would totally come back.
Stellar every time!
Aubergine never fails to delight us. This is a stellar restaurant well-deserving of its Michelin star and then some! The service is impeccable from start to finish, with knowledgeable (but not stuffy) sommeliers and servers. The dishes are some of
Fly to japan instead
Please do not waste you're money Presentation & service was amazing, but the food was just not up to par for what they're charging Would not recommend The sommelier was amazing & would say enhanced the taste of the dishes. Still
Chefs head platter "gifts from the sea" carried the entire
Chefs head platter "gifts from the sea" carried the entire Valentine's Day experience for us. Caviar on eggs two ways and soufflรฉd potatoes was probably the most outstanding dish (out of 6) after that head platter...prime rib is the best y
Amaizing food and service
We enjoyed a FABULOUS meal prepared by Chef Justin Cogley and his team. The beauty, skill and care in every dish made for a VERY special evening. A million thanks and congratulations to Chef Cogley and his team. As you can see from the attached pho
We enjoyed a FABULOUS meal prepared by Chef Justin Cogley
We enjoyed a FABULOUS meal prepared by Chef Justin Cogley and his team. The beauty, skill and care in every dish made for a VERY special evening. A million thanks and congratulations to Chef Cogley and his team. As you can see from the attached phot
Ah, Aubergine in Carmel - a gem nestled in the cozy
Ah, Aubergine in Carmel - a gem nestled in the cozy confines of a smaller restaurant attached to a charming hotel. Patience was the key to securing a table for my wife's birthday; waitlisted on Tock, but the stars aligned, and we found ourselves enve
AMAZING! Every bite was tasty, every dish was thoughtful
AMAZING! Every bite was tasty, every dish was thoughtful and perfectly composed. The service was impeccable, the ambiance was unmatched. As someone that has eaten at all of the 3 star Michelin restaurants in New York (working on the ones in Cali!), I
A ripoff
$1000 worth of snob appeal. Not worthy of a Michelin star - and we have eaten at scores of Michelin restaurants in Europe. Nothing measured up. The decor is simple and dull. The amuse bouche was the highlight of the meal. The service was rushed.
We savored every aspect of the 8-course dinner.
The service was exceptional, creating a relaxed ambiance. This restaurant consistently delights; my husband and I have cherished it since before it earned its Michelin star
One of the top 5 restaurants I've ever eaten at, Aubergine
One of the top 5 restaurants I've ever eaten at, Aubergine combined expertly crafted dishes, excellent service, and a delightful wine pairing into an intimate dining experience for for the best celebrations in your life. The theme of the menu when w
Imagine stepping into a hidden gem nestled in the heart of
Imagine stepping into a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Carmel by the Sea. The moment you enter, the ambiance greets you like an old friend, setting the stage for an unforgettable culinary journey. It's not just a restaurant; it's an experience, a
Amazing.
Had a memorable anniversary dinner there. Beautiful, insane food. Excellent service. We will be back!
Amazing food. Will blow your taste buds!
This was a spectacular dinner in the heart of beautiful Carmel-by-the-Sea. The restaurant has 10 tables, 5 indoor and 5 outdoor. We ate in the indoor dining room which was lovely. The staff was incredibly attentive and explained every course very
We dined at Aubergine for our wedding anniversary, and it
We dined at Aubergine for our wedding anniversary, and it was just as special as we had hoped. The car show was going on in Carmel that weekend, so there were Italian Super Cars parked out front, so thank goodness for their valet service! Each cours
The best tasting course I've ever been to, all food was on
The best tasting course I've ever been to, all food was on point, left full and wine pairing & service was on point. We sat in the courtyard which added to the ambiance.
Just look most everyone who has reviewed Aubergine, I give
Just look most everyone who has reviewed Aubergine, I give it 5 shining stars! We came here for our wedding night dinner (we eloped) and it was the most magical experience. From the moment we pulled up, our car doors were opened, we were escorted up
A journey of flavors in a magnificent place
I had an incredible gastronomic experience in this magnificent restaurant in the heart of Carmel. The chef took us on a taste journey of very high quality. The wine list is also first class!
Positive surprise, true fine dining in a small setting
Excellent fine dining place ! Service, atmosphere, food, wine list - all worth the price. My biggest concern with dining in the US, even fine dining, are the big portion sizes. This was not the case here, great, tasty, small portions in line with deg
My husband and I enjoyed the tasting menu last Sunday.
Everything was incredible, and for those who are less adventurous, there wasn't a single "unusual" thing on the menu. No sweet meats, no squid ink, nothing that would cause you to hesitate before taking a bite.The presentation was wonderful
I guess I either won out in the husband department or am
I guess I either won out in the husband department or am just a really lucky girl because my husband spoiled me with an amazing dinner at Aubergine for my birthday weekend in Monterey/Carmel. Every course was beautifully served and the flavors were m
Came here for a Sunday night dinner date with my partner.
The tasting menu was delicious but we were mostly impressed with their top notch service and wine pairings! So good!
Spent a weekend in carmel and found this very cozy Inn with
Spent a weekend in carmel and found this very cozy Inn with a very great restaurant. Food was very scrumptious! Service was superb. Everything in the tasting menu tasted divine and wine pairings recommended by our wine connoisseur was just perfect! D
Incredible food, service, and elevated without being
Incredible food, service, and elevated without being pretentious. They kept the tasting menu exhilarating for my pregnant wife without missing a beat.
Tried to make reservations for 5 people.
Was told the main finding room only accommodated parties of four or less otherwise I needed to make arrangements for the wine cellar which has a minimum $2400 spend. Pairing and food is $400/pp. So I asked if they were explicitly turning away a $2100
Service and food were excellent
The multicourse meal was absolutely delicious. This was our second visit, and it equaled the first. Wine pairings were spot-on.
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