Carmines Ii

ambiance	95.45000076293945% positive	“Featuring an atmosphere reminiscent of an old-time New York Italian eatery, Carmine's II has never disappointed me in several visits.” “nice ambience, dark, nice variety of food you can order.” “very good service, food, ambiance” “To me, good parking does not mean having to pay for valet service.” “was pleasantly surprised that the food was SO good, the prices were so reasonable, the service was so great, and the decor was so cool.” “perfect spot for a romantic dinner and a great selection of wines.” “It has a nice dark ambience with an east coast feel.” “It's a great place to enjoy a romantic dinner for two, or celebrate with a group of friends.” “You will not find a more friendly, upbeat atmosphere with authentic italian food on the westside.” “Definitely NOT for a quiet romantic dinner.” “....never fails to please.....comfortable, casual, romantic elegance.”
drinks	80.0% positive	“Caprese Salad, the big red wines.” “appetizer/wine/drink..outstanding service.” “Both food and wine are a tad bit overpriced.” “perfect spot for a romantic dinner and a great selection of wines.” “dark, cool, intimate with a great piano bar.”
food quality	83.33000183105469% positive	“THE best Italian food in Los Angeles.” “Very good large sandwiches with yummy bread.” “The food is always good here.” “Good Italian food” “shoji said they have good ziti, hard bread and a piano player.” “Carmine's serves authentic Italian food like pizza, pasta and Italian sandwiches.” “But very friends staff and great food make this place on of my favorites.” “The food was good, but after such a wait, we probably would have eaten whatever they served us.” “'it's'been a challenge to find a good marinara sauce and this place has it, the food is awsome and fresh, the staff really makes you feel at home!” “to eat and its either that the people here don't know good food or it doesn't matter to them.” “Good portions for all the dishes that you order.” “ordered a tasty antipasto.” “The food is outstanding and the service is friendly and fast.” “We enjoyed our food but the overall consensus was good but not great.” “Nice lunch place for Italian food.” “always like to bring people here from the east coast who say "there is no good Italian food in L.A."!” “The downside is that the kitchen can be easily overwhelmed and the wait for food can be bad at times.” “The food is excellent.” “The food is authentic Italinan and I highly recommend the eggplant parmasean.” “The extensive menu and authentically prepared food are reasons to return.” “Excellent food!” “Last night we had seafood risotto and eggplant rolltini, both excellent.” “Great service, consistently good food, must try” “tad expensive, but I don't mind for good food and good service.” “The food is consistently good and the portion sizes are perfect.” “Both food and wine are a tad bit overpriced.” “was pleasantly surprised that the food was SO good, the prices were so reasonable, the service was so great, and the decor was so cool.” “nice ambience, dark, nice variety of food you can order.” “Our appetizer of a simple mozzarella pizza was even great.” “Poor service, rude owner, food is nothing special and pricey for what you get” “Fresh food, generous portions.” “Great pasta for lunch or dinner.” “Great food, but bring earplugs at night” “The food was pretty good but not worth the wait.” “very good service, food, ambiance” “You will not find a more friendly, upbeat atmosphere with authentic italian food on the westside.” “Great Italian food with a Family feal to it” “The service was slow, it took forever to get seated, the staff was disorganized and the food was nothing special.”
menu variety	87.5% positive	“The lunch menu was decent, but not spectacular.” “nice ambience, dark, nice variety of food you can order.” “perfect spot for a romantic dinner and a great selection of wines.” “The extensive menu and authentically prepared food are reasons to return.”
overall	100.0% positive	“It's a great place to enjoy a romantic dinner for two, or celebrate with a group of friends.” “'it's'been a challenge to find a good marinara sauce and this place has it, the food is awsome and fresh, the staff really makes you feel at home!” “But very friends staff and great food make this place on of my favorites.”
return potential	100.0% positive	“The extensive menu and authentically prepared food are reasons to return.” “would never go back to or recommend a place that made you wait for 30+ minutes AFTER your reservation time.”
service	80.67000389099121% positive	“The staff is friendly and helpful when ordering.” “The staff is extremely attentive.” “Poor service, rude owner, food is nothing special and pricey for what you get” “appetizer/wine/drink..outstanding service.” “To me, good parking does not mean having to pay for valet service.” “And if you get to socialize with Steve the bartender (one of the best EVER!)” “Even the valet is friendly!” “'it's'been a challenge to find a good marinara sauce and this place has it, the food is awsome and fresh, the staff really makes you feel at home!” “The owner was very friendly and welcoming, and came by to inquire about our dining experience.” “very good service, food, ambiance” “You will not find a more friendly, upbeat atmosphere with authentic italian food on the westside.” “Inconsistent service mars this overwise decent Italian eatery.” “tad expensive, but I don't mind for good food and good service.” “was pleasantly surprised that the food was SO good, the prices were so reasonable, the service was so great, and the decor was so cool.” “The service is good if you're a regular as we saw several parties arrive after us and get seated first by Carmine.” “The food is outstanding and the service is friendly and fast.” “The service was slow, it took forever to get seated, the staff was disorganized and the food was nothing special.” “But very friends staff and great food make this place on of my favorites.” “One of the best bartenders in LA, Steve.” “When I complained that we weren't getting service, the waitress told us that the owner makes all of the decisions about seating (even though the restaurant was half full).” “The service is friendly and very efficient.” “Great service, consistently good food, must try” “kid friendly, my 3 yr old doesn't want to leave.” “to eat and its either that the people here don't know good food or it doesn't matter to them.” “always like to bring people here from the east coast who say "there is no good Italian food in L.A."!”
value	52.08000183105469% positive	“Both food and wine are a tad bit overpriced.” “Poor service, rude owner, food is nothing special and pricey for what you get” “Drinks can be pricey but it keeps out the riff raff!” “Good portions for all the dishes that you order.” “tad expensive, but I don't mind for good food and good service.” “The food was pretty good but not worth the wait.” “Fresh food, generous portions.” “was pleasantly surprised that the food was SO good, the prices were so reasonable, the service was so great, and the decor was so cool.”
wait time	50.0% positive	“The service was slow, it took forever to get seated, the staff was disorganized and the food was nothing special.” “would never go back to or recommend a place that made you wait for 30+ minutes AFTER your reservation time.”

03/21/10

Great service, consistently good food, must try

I love Carmines- they treat you like royalty and make just about everyone feel like you are part of an extended Italian family. All the staples are excellent- caprese, the parms, bolognese, arrabbiata, etc and the specials are usually great as well. Last night we had seafood risotto and eggplant rolltini, both excellent.

I thought I was too replete with Italian goodness for dessert, but decided to try the white heart dessert- strawberry sorbet inside, surrounded by vanilla ice cream and a white chocolate shells. Delicious...

We typically go to Carmine's when we have something to do in Century City, but every time I go, I wonder why we do not make a special trip more often,,,

Pros: service, food, charm, can't go wrong
Cons: nondiscrete location, but convenient

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02/24/10

Great Italian food with a Family feal to it

by JonSol

I went to Carmine's II on a Tuesday night because of a recommendation from a family member. I was pleasantly surprised that the food was SO good, the prices were so reasonable, the service was so great, and the decor was so cool. (Love the Rat Pack feel to everything!)

I had a chicken/pasta special, and my buddy had the Chicken Parmesan. Our appetizer of a simple mozzarella pizza was even great. Definitely get the house wines they recommend...they're perfect, and they know how to match a wine to your taste and foods.

I'd recommend getting a reservation however, because the place is small...and can get busy. Get there early and get a drink at the bar! You'll be treated like family!

Pros: Great food, good prices, great service
Cons: Small, can be busy

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08/08/08

I Love Steve!

by JessWundy

The only place in town where i feel like i'm at home. The staff not only knows my name, but even asks about my kids! Excellent food! Amazing drinks! Highly recommended,,,

Pros: good food, good service
Cons: hard to get a table (somrtimes)

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07/25/08

Feels like family!

by davidpolemeni

You feel the warmth the second you walk through the door. The place has a history and a spirit of classic Sinatra - New York style. Carmine and Kim are a magic combination. The food is outstanding and the service is friendly and fast. If you like hot food go for Kim's hot sausages which I eat every time I'm in town. Caprese Salad, the big red wines. I have been going there for five years when I'm in from New York.-they even catered a party I gave for 300 people and blew everyones mind.

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01/10/08

Poor service, rude owner, food is nothing special and pricey for what you get

by gary90067

We went here on the recommendation of Citysearch on a random Tuesday night and were profoundly disappointed. The service was slow, it took forever to get seated, the staff was disorganized and the food was nothing special. When I complained that we weren't getting service, the waitress told us that the owner makes all of the decisions about seating (even though the restaurant was half full). The owner never came over to us to accommodate, even though she was plainly in view and knew we were irritated. She just stayed by the bar having drinks with a friend. Strange. There are plenty of spots in BH or Brentwood that serve better Italian food with far less attitude.

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03/21/10

Great service, consistently good food, must try

by kara nortman

02/24/10

Great Italian food with a Family feal to it

by JonSol

08/08/08

I Love Steve!

by JessWundy

07/25/08

Feels like family!

by davidpolemeni

01/10/08

Poor service, rude owner, food is nothing special and pricey for what you get

by gary90067

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