Dametra
120 Gen. Stilwell Drive, Suite 110, Marina, 274-444 630 Del Monte Center, Monterey, 275-5555 dametra.com Ocean and Lincoln, Carmel, 622-7766, dametracafe.com
This is the spot for fresh Mediterranean cuisine served in the atmosphere of a big family feast. Expect all your Greek favorites: kabobs, gyros, dolma and tzatziki, as well as the lasagna of the Greeks – moussaka (layers of eggplant with Bechamel sauce) and spanakopita (a flaky pastry with spinach). You will also have a chance to venture outside of Greece and enjoy hummus, Istanbul kebab, spaghetti alla bolognese, even the all-American cheeseburger with caramelized onions, if you really must. Dametra offers large family options as well. Portions are generous, the wine selection is abundant and the baklava is sweet. Go for the a sit-down multi-course experience, or go for takeout and build an online order from a highly customizable menu.