Tía Carmen

During a family vacation with my mom and two daughters, we had the pleasure of dining at Tia Carmen, and it was quite an experience! From start to finish, this restaurant exceeded all expectations. The food was creative, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. The girls stepped outside of their comfort zones and tried dishes they’d never even considered before. A special shoutout to our waitress, Yolanda, who made our experience even more enjoyable. She was not only friendly and attentive but also extremely knowledgeable, especially when it came to accommodating dietary restrictions. Both my daughter and I have a gluten allergy, and Yolanda took such great care in ensuring our meals were completely safe. I appreciated her attentiveness and it was nice to enjoy a meal without worrying about our allergy. The cherry on top, however, was getting the chance to meet Chef Daniel Arias. Yolanda arranged a meet-and-greet, and the girls had the unique opportunity to chat with him and even take a private tour of the kitchen. As if that wasn’t enough, we were treated to gluten-free macarons, presented to us in an elegant jewelry-box case. It was pretty magical! But the surprises didn’t stop there. Chef Daniel himself came out to our table and created a special dessert just for us, right before our eyes. Watching him work his magic in front of us was nothing short of mesmerizing, and the dessert was absolutely delicious. It was an experience that went above and beyond anything we could have imagined. I’m not sure what we did to deserve such exceptional service and hospitality, but we are truly grateful. This meal and the incredible people at Tia Carmen will be a memory we’ll treasure forever.