Carmine's Italian Restaurant - Upper West Side: Authentic Italian Cuisine in New York City

I visited this restaurant for an educational dinner last week. The doctor presented on a medication that is prescribed to treat COVID. It was very informative and interesting. The waiters were very friendly and attentive. Carmine's serves food family style so there were large platters with an abundance of food. The garlic bread was warm and very good. We were served Salad, Penne alla Vodka, Eggplant Parmigiana, Beef Lasagna and Chicken. Everything was delicious. I even took food home because there was so much food left over. I would definitely come back to Carmine's because everything was so delicious. The food is very filling and hearty. I'll tell everyone I know about this restaurant.

We had a reservation here during the holidays after a long day at the museum. They took us once we all arrived and were seated at a large round table where we were able to easily chat with one another. The menu, as such at any Carmine's location, is family-style. We ordered three entrees and two appetizers and it was enough food for a group double our size! The chicken was great but we were a bit disappointed with the spaghetti. For dessert we tried something called the Titanic which is a huge sundae over a huge brownie with every topping you could possibly think of. I don't eat dairy but the brownie was delish and others raved about the homemade whipped cream. Service was great! Our waiter was attentive and had a great time with our loud group. The location is close to the subway, as well as street parking and a parking garage down the street.

Been to many Carmine's and this was my second time at the upper west side location. Loved the ambiance for Christmas with all the decorations and lights. I personally prefer this location over the times square location as it feels a bit roomier and spacious. Staff was nice, and we came with a large group for company holiday luncheon. But I wished my server would just let me complete my order before always stopping me and suggesting I get two portions of an order. I know these items are big and I'm ordering a lot of other dishes. So i really didn't see the necessity to keep suggesting I order double portions of calamari and chicken parmesan and penne vodka. When I was already ordering so many other things for everyone to try everything. Food is as expected super delicious. Highly recommend the calamari, fried zucchini, rigatoni with sausage and broccoli, shrimp scampi, white clam sauce, tiramisu, and titatnic. Also for drinks, the strawberry spumante was delicious and dangerously tasted like just like juice.

Had my Xmas party for my guys here last night. Great atmosphere for a party. Yes loud but very open and airy room Ordered way too much food but it's Xmas Fried Calamari Fried zucchini strings Hot antipasto Cold antipasto Omg each was better than The next . Not your normal items in each a large variety of different items all were great Ordered couple pastas. Penne alla vodka Rigatoni meat bolognese Both were exceptional really good flavor pasta cooked perfect Then for main course Chicken parm Salmon oreganata 45 ounce porterhouse contandina style Mid rare with sausage and peppers and roasted peppers Chicken parm was ok nothing crazy Salmon everyone said they loved it Porterhouse was cooked perfect temp but lacked seasoning. Sausage was really good. Potatoes crispy All dishes are family style with is great for parties. Prices are actually not too bad. Portions are crazy. Wait staff is good but they are understaffed. Parking is hell it's NYC. This is def a place to go if you have an occasion.

I've ordered twice from Carmine's Catering on the Upper West Side, and both times were incredible. I chose their Taste of Sicily Package, which is a fantastic deal that includes a salad, two pastas, two entrees, and dessert. It also comes with focaccia, grated cheese, and the option to add drinks or purchase chafing dishes. The variety and quality were perfect for feeding a crowd! For the salad, I selected Carmine's Salad, which was amazing. The salad is a hearty mix of fresh greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, olives, roasted red peppers, and includes cured Italian meats, and cheese. It's tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette, offering a perfect balance of fresh, savory, and tangy flavors. This was a great start to the meal. The pasta options were a huge hit and the portions were huge. I ordered Linguine with Garlic & Olive Oil, Penne alla Vodka, Baked Ziti with Meat, and Rigatoni & Broccoli in White Sauce. The baked ziti was a crowd favorite. The Baked Ziti was rich, with perfectly cooked ziti pasta layered in a hearty tomato sauce, seasoned ground meat, and a blend of cheeses Each bite delivers a perfect combination of tender pasta and gooey cheese, making it a crowd favorite that's both satisfying and indulgent. The rigatoni and broccoli offered a great vegan option. Every pasta dish was cooked to perfection and packed with flavor. For entrees, I went with Eggplant Parmigiana (another vegan-friendly choice) and Chicken Lemon & Butter. The Chicken Lemon & Butter is a classic Italian-American dish that combines tender, lightly breaded chicken cutlets with a luscious, tangy lemon-butter sauce. It was a crowd-pleasing favorite that paired beautifully with the pasta, The eggplant parmigiana earned rave reviews for its rich taste and texture. Dessert was the perfect finishing touch. The Bread Pudding was yummy, but the Chocolate Covered Cannoli stole the show as the ultimate crowd favorite. Carmine's made everything easy by including plates and utensils. Their staff was friendly, helpful, and professional, and the delivery process was smooth. Overall, Carmine's Catering offers outstanding food, impeccable service, and great value. I highly recommend them and look forward to ordering again!

Great spot for dinner generally.. Family size plates so everyone can eat a great meal sure to satisfy. On this visit I decided to hit the bar area for their happy hour menu and ordered the Chicken Parm sliders and they were delicious! So if you're looking for a nice Happy Hour check out Carmines! Have a great one!

Always a wonderful meal. I love going here with a large group of people because the dishes are so big and we love sharing. I love their Caesar salad. It's the best ever! Tonight we also have the caramel salad, which is also delicious. And we can't forget the linguine clam sauce.