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March 2024 by
We didn't really know what to expect. Found this on a map search for Italian food in NYC. It was the first thing that came up. I made reservations for 6 and was seated right in time. The environment is loud and for a lack of better words happy. It was like you were eating with one big happy Italian family. I loved the music and atmosphere. It is family style dining. The portions are huge so bring your appetite!!! Food was delicious and the staff were friendly and helpful with menu choices!! We left happy and full!!! Highly recommend!!!
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March 2024 by
We visited Carmine's for my daughter's 18th birthday while in New York City and we were not disappointed. The Chicken Parmigiana and the Rigatoni with Sausage and broccoli were both delicious. We had reservations at 9pm and was seated at 8:50.... Awesome because we read the reviews about not being seated on time. This is a great restaurant for families! I will be back!
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March 2024 by
Fantastic food and staff! Can't wait to come again! Coming from Canada we aren't use to the portions of food - boy are they big!! Lots of food!! Best to come with lots of people as the food is served family style!
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March 2024 by Neil
Arrived at 6.50pm for a 7pm booking early and told to wait. Waited over 25 mins for table and when we asked how much longer our table would be we had to give all our details again. The hostess was so rude and put out with no acknowledgment of the restaurant being busy or apologising for the long wait. The staff member was ignorant and rude. We have been coming to New York for a number of years and this was by far our worst ever experience. Due to the hostesses attitude we asked to cancel the reservation and found a superb restaurant close by who were more than happy to service us without a reservation.
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March 2024 by SusanS
After a Sunday show, my 2 daughters and I dined at Carmine's and enjoyed a delicious dinner. We each ordered a dish- Chicken Parmesan, Rigatoni and Meatballs, & Tartufi. We were so pleased with our choices! My daughters split what was leftover. Service was wonderful. We hope to ho back again soon!
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March 2024 by
The waitress never asked us whether we wanted butter with our bread ,bottle water  and never gave us the specials. My wife ordered a martini which she brought in a regular glass and she specifically asked for freshly squeezed lime and she returned to the table with lime juice.  Just terrible service. Maybe it was a bad night, but will never go back there. 
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March 2024 by EleanorP
Service was friendly, helpful and appropriately available. The chicken Marsala and roasted potatoes were divine, but beware -- the portions are enormous. This is a restaurant best enjoyed in a group served family style. My son and I finished off the marsala, but the huge plate of potatoes were wasted as we couldn't take a to-go bag to the theater.
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March 2024 by CfromTexas
Great dining experience for a large family. The food was delicious and the portions (served family style) were enormous. We had very enjoyable meal and would definitely go back again.
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March 2024 by JessicaC
Looking for a new experience, Carmine's offers the family style dinning where you share the plates off food with your table. Carmine's plates are filled with food - you will not leave hungry!
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March 2024 by
We had reservations, but decided to sit at the bar to split some chicken parm And caesar salad. The bartender heard it was our 34th wedding anniversary, so he gave us champagne while we waited for our meal. The service was great, meal was great, and the ambience was family friendly and full of energy. We will be back!
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March 2024 by
Very good service from the wait staff but not from the hostess. The table given to us was already available at the time of arrival but yet the hostess made us wait for over 15 minutes before seating us at the table. We had a reservation as it is so not understanding what the long wait is for given that the table was already available. We noticed this not just with our party but all other diners as well while the reception area was just chatting with each other. When we followed up on the status, we were told we can't be seated for another “2 minutes” Been going to this restaurant for over 20 years and seems to be no improvement on the reception personnel. I hope that changes as it's a turn off even if the goods is great
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March 2024 by BIGBLUIZ
Went Friday night and it was jam packed. We got a great table up on the second level where we could see what is going on. Our waiter was so fun and helpful and di not rush us. Our bartender George makes great drinks . Best Lemon drop I ever had. We ordered the stuffed artichokes and they were so good. We also had the Carmine salad which we always get because its so fresh and delicious. m All and all we had a great meal and a great time Love the energy this restaurant has.
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March 2024 by CamilleN
Enjoyed the chicken Scarpariello, as usual! Loved that it came to our table so soon, too! One thing that we didn't appreciate was that we were asked what we'd like to drink...we said, just water, for now. Our wait person brought bottled water and we were charged $7.95. Two groups of neighbors asked for the same thing and were brought free glasses of water. It was not a misunderstanding, we feel. Be sure to mention tap ice water, if you don't want to be charged. We were celebrating our anniversary and were offered either glasses of champagne or cannolis ...we chose the cannolis. :) We will go back!
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March 2024 by
We had a wonderful time at Carmines. Our waitress was so nice and attentive. We did however find the portions a little too large. Hated to waste anything. But the food was delicious.
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March 2024 by NicholasL
For 2 people it was too much food but the food was very good! I would highly recommend going with a group of 3 or more and splitting the entrees as 2 isn't enough. A great experience and hope to return in the future when visiting
