We walked down Ocean Avenue last Saturday some time after a Mother's Day lunch with misis and KiT. Of course, like any other time in Carmel, we went to Caffe Cardinale for a fix. It's a great hideaway. Rather than some sidewalk tables & chairs, they have this patio setting yards from Ocean Avenue. You wouldn't see this caffe right away driving by it.

As for our coffee, misis had her single mocha w/ whipped cream and I a double espresso. My double was good but a bit watered down. It tasted more like a strong joe than espresso. I don't remember it being that mild the last time we were there. Maybe they switched beans or there weren't enough grounds, but it didn't matter. The atmosphere made up for what lacked in my double.