Carma's Café

Carma's is over the top for drinks and food. They source from local farms and make great sandwiches, breakfasts and coffees. A must visit when in Baltimore near John's Hopkins main campus.

I've only stopped by here two times now. I thought it sounded nice that they bake some of their own pastries like scones-- it's just overpriced. Instead, I opted for their egg, cheese on a bagel which was very basic for ~$5. Actually I made the mistake of asking for a multigrain bagel (which they will charge you EXTRA for) and had to ask for that $1 upgrade back since it will come on a plain bagel. The quality of the bagelwich was really bad. Reminded me of a comparable version at Dunkin. The egg part definitely was microwaved/re-heated since it was rubbery and dry. The plain bagel was as expected- plain, standard grocery-store quality, and bland... Really lackluster and not an enjoyable bfast item. Had a hard time finishing it. It also took an oddly long amount of time for me to get the order. I wish I could say the bagel place down the street is better, but it's really not.

The grilled sandwich was absolutely AMAZING, with a Dijon vinaigrette dressing that perfectly complimented the melted cheese. The soup was okay. However, the wait was very long (more than 45 minutes), so definitely not a good idea for a quick brunch. Not a super pretty interior, but, if you're into that hole-in-the-wall coffee shop vibe, this is the place for you.

I am absolutely blown away! I bookmarked this place over 2 months ago to visit from Yelp and I am so glad that I visited today! Call me crazy but, this place is almost directly across the street from a Starbucks and I am thinking about visiting this place more than that Starbucks across the street... and I have stock in Starbucks! It's not the most appealing place on the inside but it's the cutest place on the outside. The inside perks include, fantastic customer service, a nice variety, and plenty of seating for individuals, intimates, and small groups! This place has so much character that I can't wait to come back and visit again! And you guys all know that I love handwritten things! They have boards that are written on with special markers to advertise the daily specials and other items.Dahlia was there to greet me as I entered and answered all of my questions no matter how tedious they were! I definitely appreciate versatile and fantastic customer service when I see it and I am looking forward for the opportunity to receive it again very soon!!

Carma's is a staple for Hopkins students. In the mornings, the little cafe is quiet and a good place to read. In the afternoons, it becomes more of a social spot for people to get lunch and dinner. The grilled cheese and tomato soup is a favorite, although their turkey, cranberry, and Brie panini is another contender. They also have the best veggie cream cheese I can find in the area. In regard to drinks, the Twiggy tea latte, the Mayan chocolate mocha; and the caramel cloud are all good no matter who makes them. I give this place 3 stars because of the lack of space, the awful take out time (they always take forever), and the inconsistent service. Sometimes the food will come out quickly, other times you will wait 45 minutes and nothing. That being said, roll the dice.

Location/the physical store itself = 0/5 Food = 3.5/5Service = 5/5Value = 2/5 Total = 2.5 stars Carma's café is a small café that has become a Charles Village institution over the years beloved by many Hopkins students and local residents. As others have pointed out, the atmosphere at Carma's is very basement-y: it is in the basement portion of a larger of building. The sitting area inside is tiny, with only 4 small tables available. To be honest, the place is a little dingy. With such a small space, it can get quite loud in there and is not a good place to stay to get some work done. Because of this, they have many tables and a picnic table outside of the store, most of which are covered by a canopy. Due to the limited seating inside the store, they have blankets available for the outdoor seating in case you get cold. While that's thoughtful and cute, this is just not for me. I don't want to share blankets with strangers. I'd not mind sitting outside when the weather is nice. Now onto the food part! Carma's serves some good food that's fresh and yummy. Cold noodle salad, avocado toast, gluten-free baked goods, and weekend brunch waffles are classic. The staff members are nice and sweet. They bring the food to you outside when they're ready. As others have pointed out, the wait for food really varies. I appreciate the fact that they use real plates and utensils. Prices are a little high for my taste and the portions are small for a grown, muscular man like me. On average, you spend about $10-15/person. Pro tip: Carma's has their daily specials listed on their website at carmascafe.com, their Facebook page, and on the board outside the store. They're updated daily so be sure to see what kind of yummy sandwiches they have for that day before you go in!

I'm a fan of Carma's! My favorites include the cold noodles (SOOO GOOD!) and avocado toast! The tea selection is perfect for me, and I've taken coffee drinkers there who have enjoyed it as well. I haven't been disappointed by their sandwich selection either! I also very much enjoyed a daily special wrap, that included jalapeno jam. I'm hoping for the day it makes it's way back on to the menu! The in door space is small, yet cozy, and there are several outdoor tables. I would suggest only going as a small group though! I also visited one morning to pick up a bag of biscotti as a gift, which went over very well! So, all in all - visit if you are thirsty, hungry, or need a treat for someone else... all is good! :)

First, I encourage them to just up their PR game even so slightly: no updated website or FB page doesn't exactly drum up new business. I was delighted to learn they'd moved to the Space Telescope Institute building on JHU's campus. Food is solid plus, does the job with coffee too. Fairly priced. Love the dining area: wide open, plenty of space, great work tables. I come here often to enjoy a sandwich, cup of joe, and get some work done. Please at least put up a rudimentary website with menu and hours. Bonus: the security people at the front desk are some of the nicest folks you'll talk to.

Just letting folks know Carma has moved to the Steven Muller Building in the Hopkins campus. They are priced fairly with a lovely selection of bakery and sandwiches. They have provided great breakfast and lunch options for me at work.

We stopped by for lunch and they helped us even though they were technically closed. So, so friendly and absolutely delicious! We'll definitely be coming again soon