8/2/1024 What a fantastic evening at Carmelita's in RSM. We sat at the bar for a fee drinks and put our name on the waiting list for an outside table. Neyali was our bartender and Don Ross gets the assist. My wife had Don Julio Blanco with Topo Chico (we brought our own) and three limes muddled with mint and I had the blackberry margarita. The drinks were splendid and Vanessa on of the managers made sure we had fresh chips, salsa and bean dip. The service is fantastic. The ambiance is always positive and uplifting. Our table was ready and we shifted from the bar to the outside high top table once again assisted by Vanessa. Josh came over and introduced himself and we ordered another round of drinks. John had a very positive and professional approach and his service was exemplary. Jose Basurto the GM also stopped by to say hello. I must also mention the winning smile and also top notch service by Belle who always made sure our chips, salsa, water etc. were sufficiently refreshed. Josh then took our main entree order with my wife ordering the chicken enchilada platter and I had the pollo serano. Both dishes were brought out by Mathew another amazing staff member and the plates were well prepared, presented and tasty. The evening was simply wonderful. Jose the GM sent us a fried ice cream and all I can say is WOW and thank you. I had a wonderful coffee and we enjoyed the dessert. Highly recommended and the lake ambiance is the topping on the cake. Good times.

7/20/2023 My wife and I had a fantastic dining experience this evening at Carmelitas in RSM. We sat at the bar and were greeted by our amazing bartender/server, Don Ross. We saw so many wonderful staff there, and after our first round of drinks and the shrimp tequitos, we chatted with our other famous barista, Nayeli, who made our second round of drinks. We ordered our entrees with my wife having the chicken enchiladas, and I ordered the Pollo Serrano. Both entrees were fantastic. We also had a visit from Jacob, the GM, who will be managing the Costa Mesa location when it opens in approximately 6 weeks. The ambiance is always positive, and the staff, food, and service top shelf. Highly recommended 4/14/2023 It was a wonderful lunch at Carmelitas today. We were greeted by the hostess and Don Ross as we walked in and were seated at a lovely hightop in the outdoor patio, which is heated. Don Ross took our drink order, and then Angel, our server, brought us chips, salsa, and bean dip. We also ordered shrimp taquitos, which were amazing. Angel then took our entree order, and my wife had the Pollo Serrano, and I had the chicken quesadilla. Both were spectacular. Jacob, the manager, came by to greet us and chat and was truly a pleasure, great guy! Kudos to Don Ross, Angel, and Jacob for an amazing lunch and service. Highly recommended. 4/4/2023 We stopped in this evening for a meal at Carmelitas, and it was delightful. We saw Juan as we arrived, which was very nice as we have known him for many years. Myra took us outside, and we sat in the patio area overlooking the lake, which was very nice. Goldie was our server who took our order of drinks and an appetizer. Great drinks, food, and service. Highly recommended. 4/7/2022 What an enjoyable evening at Carmelitas. We were greeted by Ashley and Eric two of the Carmelita All Stars and our favorites. We were seated at a wonderful high top by an amazing host Nick who also informed us that they now take reservations. Darya was our server extraordinare and a true professional. You must ask for Darya as he is attentive, professional and very personable. We also visited with Goldie and the newest edition Mathew, great people and both competitive athletes and wow do they move to please. We had shrimp taquitos for an appetizer and my wife had the chicken enchilada combo which was delightful. I had the Pollo Serrano which is my favorite made with Mary's organic chicken. A great evening with fantastic food, drinks, service, people and ambiance. Highly recommended. On the lake at RSM.