The Hangout Cafe - Carmel Hamlet

We watched this restaurant being constructed during covid. That in of itself was courageous. We just saw the channel 12 news report on what this restaurant, it's owner staff have been going through. Disgraceful! We couldn't wait to move to Carmel, we can't wait to move. Such a beautiful area, but the level of hate, fueling racism, homophobia make it a dark ugly community! This isn't making America great, it's making America hate! For God's sake we ALL have red blood!! Keep serving up your wonderful food, stay strong! We stand in solidarity with you. God bless!!!

I’m here now and it’s absolutely delicious ! I was surprised how good it is after I read some of these reviews. I got a huge watermelon drink and the roasted chicken with plantains. It’s more of an upscale restaurant inside than a hangout. It’s a perfect place to bring a date. I’m a hot female n I approve of this place. There’s great live music too! The prices are actually fair for what we got. It’s a restaurant not some fast food place. Not expensive. Not cheap. I recommend ordering extra sweet plantains cause they are fire! Service was great we had Paula. Everyone’s raving about how good their food is and clapping for the musician playing. A woman raved about her salmon and her 5th grade son scarfed his burger down. I’ll be back for sure! Wow. Kid-friendliness: A good mix of single people, people on dates and families.

This is an absolute gem located in Carmel. A real blend of Spanish/American fresh cooking, full of flavor. We were entertained with a wonderful guitarist who sings as well. Make the trip. Support local eateries. Service: Delivery Meal type: Brunch Price per person: $10–20 Recommended dishes: Famous Cuban, Sweet Plantains, Lemon Chicken, Avocado Toast

This is my first review ever. We went for Mother's Day. Great food. Great owners/staff as well as entertainment. Love that they have artists come and sing/play/perform. Can't wait to go back!!! Meal type: Brunch

I don't know anything about them, but eating was good that we had the famous cuban and the midnight. for an appetizer the ultimate afteros had shared each my wife. the sandwiches were very good and full of taste. the plantains were perfectly cooked and difficult to resist. the nachos were in order, nothing above (average in taste), but too expensive for the side of the portion (19.50) as I said, I don't know anything about this contrary, but about all food was good, atmosphere was in order, service was excellent, friendly and informative.