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Amara is Belmont’s Mediterranean escape. A lush garden with live trees, water, and a citrus-cedar scent sets the tone for slow dinners and sun-lit brunch. Warm pita leads into Mezze, Green or Black hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Muhammara, and Mirza Ghasemi. Stay for whole grilled branzino, Moroccan-spiced half chicken, and cocktails shaped by Mediterranean flavors with zero-proof parity. End with the praline-pistachio opera cake the Chronicle says is worth the drive. Located in Carlmont Village with easy parking. Reservations on OpenTable.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1015 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont, CA 94002
Phone: (650) 486-1703
Website: https://www.amararestaurants.com/
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Reservations: opentable.comtripleseat.com
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Reviews
Wee Khim Lee
Used to live in Belmont some years ago and visited Belmont Village often before Amara was set up. Revisiting the Village and seeing this nicely set up establishment brings me joy. Was here for a corporate event with a prie fixe shared menu – the food was very good and service was excellent. The place, which was sizeable including several areas and bar, was half full on a weekday night. I like how it overlooks the garden and nursery and the ambiance was very relaxed. I liked the salad, eggplant and the meats. Too full for dessert. Good experience overall.
… moreRohit Prabhakar
Go for the pita, stay for the Ambrosia, and soak up the amazing vibes. We will definitely be back! ✨
If you haven’t been to Amara yet, are you even living?! We had an experience that was easily a 12/10, and I’m still dreaming about that pita bread.
The Sip List
• Ambrosia Mocktail: 10/5 Stars! This isn’t just a drink; it’s an experience. It comes with a chocolate ring on top that is absolutely out of this world. Consider this your “Must-Order” directive!
• Kumathra: A very solid, refreshing choice. Rated a cool 4/5.
️ The Main Event (The Eats!)
• The Pita Bread: THE STAR OF THE SHOW. They bake this just one hour before serving, and you can tell. It is hands-down the best pita bread you will ever have. Period.
• Muhammara: Distinct, nutty, and delicious. Another “must-try” for the table!
• Black Hummus: A very unique dish! ⚠️ Pro-tip for my Veggie friends: The fried element is actually fish, so it’s not vegetarian. It was a cool experiment, but the Muhammara stole my heart.
• Roasted Butternut Squash & Braised Kale Ravioli: Large, tasty portions. If it had just a splash more sauce, it would be perfect, but still a strong 4/5.
• Baked Cabbage: Absolutely delicious with a killer Mediterranean sauce. 5/5!
The “Sweet” Finish
The owner, Ajay, treated us to some complimentary desserts that blew our minds:
1. Date Cake: This is Vegan AND Gluten-Free, but you’d never know it. Pure magic. 5/5.
2. Olive Oil & Tahini Gelato: A savory-sweet gelato that sounds wild but tastes incredible. Super unique! 4/5.
The All-Star Team
The service here is what really elevates the meal. James, our server, is a legend. He actually listened to what we liked and steered us toward the best items on the menu. He knows that menu inside and out!
We also met Ajay, the owner (who also runs two other famous Bay Area spots!). You can tell he takes immense pride in his craft—he was personally handling check-ins and making sure every guest felt like royalty.
… moreIf you haven’t been to Amara yet, are you even living?! We had an experience that was easily a 12/10, and I’m still dreaming about that pita bread.
The Sip List
• Ambrosia Mocktail: 10/5 Stars! This isn’t just a drink; it’s an experience. It comes with a chocolate ring on top that is absolutely out of this world. Consider this your “Must-Order” directive!
• Kumathra: A very solid, refreshing choice. Rated a cool 4/5.
️ The Main Event (The Eats!)
• The Pita Bread: THE STAR OF THE SHOW. They bake this just one hour before serving, and you can tell. It is hands-down the best pita bread you will ever have. Period.
• Muhammara: Distinct, nutty, and delicious. Another “must-try” for the table!
• Black Hummus: A very unique dish! ⚠️ Pro-tip for my Veggie friends: The fried element is actually fish, so it’s not vegetarian. It was a cool experiment, but the Muhammara stole my heart.
• Roasted Butternut Squash & Braised Kale Ravioli: Large, tasty portions. If it had just a splash more sauce, it would be perfect, but still a strong 4/5.
• Baked Cabbage: Absolutely delicious with a killer Mediterranean sauce. 5/5!
The “Sweet” Finish
The owner, Ajay, treated us to some complimentary desserts that blew our minds:
1. Date Cake: This is Vegan AND Gluten-Free, but you’d never know it. Pure magic. 5/5.
2. Olive Oil & Tahini Gelato: A savory-sweet gelato that sounds wild but tastes incredible. Super unique! 4/5.
The All-Star Team
The service here is what really elevates the meal. James, our server, is a legend. He actually listened to what we liked and steered us toward the best items on the menu. He knows that menu inside and out!
We also met Ajay, the owner (who also runs two other famous Bay Area spots!). You can tell he takes immense pride in his craft—he was personally handling check-ins and making sure every guest felt like royalty.
Ryan Yaffe
Amara is an amazing hidden gem in Belmont. Chef/owner Ajay was so friendly, and puts so much care into beautifully curated Mediterranean menu with fresh ingredients. We ordered the Branzino and it was perfectly executed. The cocktail and mocktail menu were all unique and beautiful. The atmosphere is perfect for special occasions, a beautiful bar, and a really nice outdoor patio. I wholeheartedly recommend Amara to anyone looking for a memorable meal and I will absolutely be returning. Also a special shoutout to Kendrick for the amazing service.
… moreCarmen Lee
A hidden gem in Belmont! A unique and flavorful interpretation of Mediterranean cuisine. Great curation on their wine list. Fantastic staff and service. I was there for a private business group dinner and received rave reviews from our executives. Thank you.
… moreWei-Ai Tai
Beautifully decorated Mediterranean restaurant in downtown Belmont. Bright, airy, and newly renovated, everything we tried was delicious. Green hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Brazino, and the Tomahawk steak were all perfectly cooked and seasoned. Friendly and efficient service. Large free parking lot. Nice addition to the Belmont restaurant scene.
… moreScott Giambastiani
An absolute must on the peninsula. Don’t let the location fool you. The cozy, relaxing ambience, amazing food, drinks, service and overall experience is truly excellent. Passionate owners, walking the floor and checking in on guests, every bite is delicious including a well crafted cocktail menu and wine list. See for yourself.
… moreR K
Tried this place for brunch on a saturday at noon. Dead inside. We were the only table. I was quite surprised. Because the place is beautifully decorated and the food was excellent. The zatar roasted chicken and the eggplant were fantastic service was great as well. They dont have highchairs or boosters but chairs were high enough and table was low enough that our daughters didnt need them. Would definitely come back again.
… moreVirginia Huffman
We had a great time at Amara with our friends.
The ambience was absolutely beautiful — 10 out of 10.
The food was delicious — 8 out of 10. We would have given it a 10, but the desserts, while beautifully plated and visually stunning, were not great. In particular, the cheesecake could have been closer to a traditional cheesecake in flavor and texture. On the positive side, the branzino was outstanding, the broccoli was unique and flavorful, and the mushrooms were especially tasty.
Service was exceptional most of the time, though occasionally a bit hurried. The main issue was that we ordered several dishes to share, and they brought everything at once, which felt overwhelming. When we mentioned it, they kindly took some dishes back until we were ready, and our server later apologized for not spacing the courses — which we appreciated.
Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely return.
… moreThe ambience was absolutely beautiful — 10 out of 10.
The food was delicious — 8 out of 10. We would have given it a 10, but the desserts, while beautifully plated and visually stunning, were not great. In particular, the cheesecake could have been closer to a traditional cheesecake in flavor and texture. On the positive side, the branzino was outstanding, the broccoli was unique and flavorful, and the mushrooms were especially tasty.
Service was exceptional most of the time, though occasionally a bit hurried. The main issue was that we ordered several dishes to share, and they brought everything at once, which felt overwhelming. When we mentioned it, they kindly took some dishes back until we were ready, and our server later apologized for not spacing the courses — which we appreciated.
Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely return.
Karen Rosenthal
We tried this place for the first time a couple of weeks ago. It was really lovely. The service is fast, professional, and friendly. We shared a bunch of dishes, and really liked everything we got. I think the standout was the green hummus. I can’t remember what’s in it, but it was absolutely delicious. Paired with their housemade pita bread, I could eat that everyday!!! I also had a cocktail that was delicious.
… moresupriya sachar
Amazing food, drinks, service and ambiance. All sauces made in house. Flavors are great, meat and fish melt in your mouth. Drinks are great. Outdoor garden area is perfect for an amazing private event, engagement, wedding or a party. Beautiful decor, tastefully done and such comfortable stylish seating!
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