Carmine's Midtown
New York, NY 10036-3906
Phone: (212) 221-3800
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Between 8th Avenue and Broadway
- Directions:
- A, C, E at 42nd St
- Hours:
- Mon 11:30am-11pm, Tue, Thu, Fri 11:30am-12am, Wed, Sat 11am-12am, Sun 11am-11pm
Editorial Review for Carmine's Midtown – by Ben Williams
The Scene
This traditional Italian restaurant near Times Square is on every tourist's to-do list. Decorated with spotlighted portraits and black-and-white photographs, the massive main dining room holds multitudes--but you'll still line up for an hour or more without a reservation. Large groups here for a celebration will love the raucous atmosphere; those in search of quiet conversation will hate it. Despite the hubbub, service is cheerful and efficient.
The Food
Count on going home with a doggy bag: The enormous portions are sized for three to four people, which makes for great value but much negotiation, especially if you're a couple. All the garlic-saturated dishes come on strong with robust flavors. Rich sauces make pastas a good bet, but chicken marsala and salmon special are middle-of-the-road and veal is rather ropey. After all the heat, strawberry shortcake with whipped cream makes for a cool, refreshing dessert.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoAfter 6pm, reservations may only be made for parties of 6 or more. If you're turning up without a reservation, get there before 5pm or be prepared to wait (fortunately, the bar area is quite generous).
Look GoodGot garlic breath? The bathrooms have big tubs of mouthwash mounted on the walls, and little cups to swig it with.
User Reviews for Carmine's Midtown
04/21/2008 Posted by nutn
FOOD IS VERY GOOD,FAMILY STYLE. RESERVATIONS A MUST,IT IS THE THEATRE DISTRIC AND YOU CAN FORGET ABOUT WALK INS AT CERTAIN TIMES.
Pros: VERY GOOD FOOD AND PORTIONS
Cons: WALK INS CAN BE A VERY LONG WAIT
01/26/2008 Posted by enjoy2travel
In my kids' words: Mom, this is the best food I've ever had. The portions are truly "family size", four could eat from a single order. The place is very crowded but it's easy to understand why. The waiter was not as polite as he should have been, but, hey, it's NY and he was on the go. We are Italian food fans and, believe me, this was the very best in a looonnnggg time. Don't miss it!
Pros: Food taste, portion size and prices.
Cons: Very crowded and not the most polite waiter.
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