Carmine's Italian Restaurant - Upper West Side

"Carmine's Italian restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a mix of classic flavors and hearty portions. The calamari appetizer is a standout, boasting a crispy exterior and tender inside that makes it a perfect start to your meal. The penne la vodka with shrimp is a must-try, combining perfectly cooked pasta with a rich and creamy vodka sauce that complements the succulent shrimp. As for the three-wheel lasagna, it's a cheesy delight with layers of pasta, meat, and sauce that melt in your mouth. The overall atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making Carmine's a great spot for those craving authentic Italian comfort food."

"Famous for its generous family-style portions. All the food is cooked to order and delicious. The salads, antipasto, and pastas are all made fresh. The restaurant caters to large parties with plenty of space in the main dining room. The bar is also a good place for dining."

"One of the highlights of our trip! We throughly enjoyed every bite of salad, calamari and the seafood special with rigatoni. Their portion sizes are no joke and a great value in my opinion. Boisterous, loud place but in a good way! The only weird thing is they asked us to pay the bill right after we ordered our food due to a shift change, which I’ve never experienced before. Otherwise service was solid."

"We made reservations & were still seated 15 after our reservations. The crowd was lively & out right loud. The service was excellent. The wait staff was attentive & friendly. The food is served family style, so we had food to take home. The food was delicious as always."

"This was one of the best Italian food places I've ever dined at. The portions are amazingly big! The Vodka Sauce Pasta dish was delicious! The salad was tasty and fresh! The variety of included bread was mouth watering. The service was pretty good. I enjoyed my dining experience here and the location was perfect before seeing our Broadway show."