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Carmine’s is a legendary family-style Italian restaurant known for serving generous portions of Southern Italian classics, perfect for sharing. Inspired by Italian American wedding feasts, Carmine’s creates a warm, celebratory atmosphere where every meal brings people together like Sunday at Grandma’s. Indulge in abundant platters of savory seafood, hearty meat dishes, signature pastas, and decadent house-made desserts. With nine private dining rooms, Carmine’s is the perfect venue for events, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. We also offer outdoor seating, pick-up, delivery, catering, and private event options.
Relaxed, family-friendly restaurant serving a menu of homestyle Southern Italian meals.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 425 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Phone: (202) 737-7770
Website: https://carminesnyc.com/locations/washington-dc
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: carminesnyc.comtripleseat.com
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Reviews
Sagar Gosavi
We went at the Carmine’s for lunch. Being close to Capitol Hill & other Monuments. And as vegetarians we ordered pasta. Though there are not a lot of options for vegetarians the pasta was quiet delicious.
… moreArun Serrão (E-Man)
An Unforgettable Family-Style Feast
A Night of Abundance and Ambiance in Penn Quarter
My recent dinner at Carmine’s in Washington D.C. with a few friends was nothing short of a joyous, over-the-top feast—the kind of experience that defines la dolce vita. This is not just a meal; it’s a social event built around sharing, drinking, and savoring classic Southern Italian cuisine.
The Atmosphere and History
Located in D.C.’s vibrant Penn Quarter neighborhood, Carmine’s is hard to miss. The restaurant is massive, often claiming the title of D.C.’s largest “true” restaurant with 750 seats and multiple private dining rooms. The original Carmine’s opened in New York City in 1990 with a goal to serve meals in the “style of an Italian American wedding feast.” That tradition of oversized, family-style portions is what makes the D.C. location, which opened in 2013, so special.
The decor perfectly captures this nostalgic, old-school Italian-American charm. The moment you step inside, you are immersed in an elegant, antique atmosphere that feels like a classic European dining room. The walls are scaled with tons of framed black-and-white photos, reminiscent of a grandmother’s parlor, often depicting scenes from Broadway and old New York, adding a wonderful layer of theatrical history and warm, deep gold-brown tones to the space. It’s loud, it’s bustling, and it creates a genuine sense of communal energy—perfect for a lively group outing.
The Food and Drinks
As expected from Carmine’s, everything comes in mammoth, family-style portions designed for sharing. With a few friends, we took full advantage of this philosophy, ordering a delicious spread that covered the menu.
We started with some excellent drinks—the cocktail menu is extensive, and we enjoyed a few rounds each, perfectly setting the celebratory tone for the night. For appetizers, the charcuterie was a fantastic, generous spread that got our appetites going.
For the main event, we dove into the best of their offerings. The Chicken Parm Sliders (a fun, scaled-down version of their famous Chicken Parmigiana) were a hit, perfectly crisp and saucy. We also ordered a stellar seafood dish, filled with fresh flavors and plenty for everyone to enjoy.
The focus here is homestyle comfort, and Carmine’s delivers it with incredible generosity. We all left satisfied, with plenty of leftovers to take home, which is a signature part of the Carmine’s experience.
Final Thoughts
Carmine’s is the ultimate destination for groups—whether you’re celebrating a milestone or just getting together for a fun night out. The attentive service, the nostalgic, grand decor, and the sheer volume of delicious Italian classics make for an unforgettably wonderful experience. Just remember to go hungry, and come ready to share!
… moreA Night of Abundance and Ambiance in Penn Quarter
My recent dinner at Carmine’s in Washington D.C. with a few friends was nothing short of a joyous, over-the-top feast—the kind of experience that defines la dolce vita. This is not just a meal; it’s a social event built around sharing, drinking, and savoring classic Southern Italian cuisine.
The Atmosphere and History
Located in D.C.’s vibrant Penn Quarter neighborhood, Carmine’s is hard to miss. The restaurant is massive, often claiming the title of D.C.’s largest “true” restaurant with 750 seats and multiple private dining rooms. The original Carmine’s opened in New York City in 1990 with a goal to serve meals in the “style of an Italian American wedding feast.” That tradition of oversized, family-style portions is what makes the D.C. location, which opened in 2013, so special.
The decor perfectly captures this nostalgic, old-school Italian-American charm. The moment you step inside, you are immersed in an elegant, antique atmosphere that feels like a classic European dining room. The walls are scaled with tons of framed black-and-white photos, reminiscent of a grandmother’s parlor, often depicting scenes from Broadway and old New York, adding a wonderful layer of theatrical history and warm, deep gold-brown tones to the space. It’s loud, it’s bustling, and it creates a genuine sense of communal energy—perfect for a lively group outing.
The Food and Drinks
As expected from Carmine’s, everything comes in mammoth, family-style portions designed for sharing. With a few friends, we took full advantage of this philosophy, ordering a delicious spread that covered the menu.
We started with some excellent drinks—the cocktail menu is extensive, and we enjoyed a few rounds each, perfectly setting the celebratory tone for the night. For appetizers, the charcuterie was a fantastic, generous spread that got our appetites going.
For the main event, we dove into the best of their offerings. The Chicken Parm Sliders (a fun, scaled-down version of their famous Chicken Parmigiana) were a hit, perfectly crisp and saucy. We also ordered a stellar seafood dish, filled with fresh flavors and plenty for everyone to enjoy.
The focus here is homestyle comfort, and Carmine’s delivers it with incredible generosity. We all left satisfied, with plenty of leftovers to take home, which is a signature part of the Carmine’s experience.
Final Thoughts
Carmine’s is the ultimate destination for groups—whether you’re celebrating a milestone or just getting together for a fun night out. The attentive service, the nostalgic, grand decor, and the sheer volume of delicious Italian classics make for an unforgettably wonderful experience. Just remember to go hungry, and come ready to share!
Munjin
This restaurant has such an elegant and antique atmosphere that immediately makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a classic European dining room. The portions are absolutely massive – we were four women and each of us ordered one dish, but every single plate could easily serve three people. The pasta was rich and flavorful, the calamari was crispy and perfectly paired with the sauce, and the salad was fresh and refreshing. It’s definitely a place that combines sophistication with incredible generosity in portion size. A wonderful spot for groups to share and enjoy.
… moreBeatrice
The service is always quick and sweet, love the low lit atmosphere of this environment. They have relatively clean restrooms and a good amount of seating within the restaurant. My school has group dinners at this restaurant and we always enjoy it!! They even let us take home the leftovers from the dinner!! Definitely appreciate this restaurant and will return again.
… moreMahima
Carmine’s is very swanky and happy hour at the bar is so cool! The service is top notch but the food is just okay. It’s a decent deal for the price at $8 a plate. But the burrata and tomato is just sad and the cheese dip is questionable. The eggplant rollatini is delicious though – I’d come back for that.
… moreTime For Change
We had our All Staff dinner here and bc only few staff showed they accommodated us at the bar hi-top tables, which was the first plus. Then our bartender/slash waiter was so attentive and gave us exceptional advice or how we should get certain things on the menu prepared to accommodate the whole groups taste buds. All the food was cooked absolutely perfect . The drinks were a great add as well. Customer Service was so amazing the CEO offered a special TFC
Gift (TFC shot glass) to support the gratitude of service provided to us! We will have to come back. Check out the pictures.
… moreGift (TFC shot glass) to support the gratitude of service provided to us! We will have to come back. Check out the pictures.
Brent Duvall
Carmine’s is massive..like, they definitely got room for you and your whole friend group plus your ex’s new boo. We made a reservation and got seated right away, so props for that. But then we sat there for like ten minutes before anyone even said hi. Not a dealbreaker, just kinda awkward.
Everything here is family style, so don’t go wild ordering unless you’re tryna feed a small army. We got the Caesar salad, meatball appetizer, broccoli with sausage, and rigatoni. Portions? Insane. We couldn’t even finish it and ended up boxing half of it like true survivors.
Food-wise, it was pretty solid. The meatballs were bussin for real, salad was fresh, pasta was hitting. Not life-changing, but you’ll leave full and happy.
Now the service… yeah, not it. Our waiter vanished like he was in witness protection. Some random server dropped off our food, and we barely saw our actual guy again. Felt kinda weird for a place that fancy-looking.
Overall, Carmine’s is that “go with a group and laugh too loud” kinda spot. Big vibes, huge portions, average service. Still worth it if you’re tryna carb-load and don’t mind chasing your waiter down like you’re in a side quest.
… moreEverything here is family style, so don’t go wild ordering unless you’re tryna feed a small army. We got the Caesar salad, meatball appetizer, broccoli with sausage, and rigatoni. Portions? Insane. We couldn’t even finish it and ended up boxing half of it like true survivors.
Food-wise, it was pretty solid. The meatballs were bussin for real, salad was fresh, pasta was hitting. Not life-changing, but you’ll leave full and happy.
Now the service… yeah, not it. Our waiter vanished like he was in witness protection. Some random server dropped off our food, and we barely saw our actual guy again. Felt kinda weird for a place that fancy-looking.
Overall, Carmine’s is that “go with a group and laugh too loud” kinda spot. Big vibes, huge portions, average service. Still worth it if you’re tryna carb-load and don’t mind chasing your waiter down like you’re in a side quest.
Omari Parker
I ordered togo wings from Carmines yesterday for my fight party. Usually they’re good but not this time. Under seasoned not fully cooked and feathers still on the wings. I mean paying $46 for wings you’d think they’d be as perfect as they can get! NO!
… moreSlsclimbhgts Minneapolis
Very large restaurant serving ffood family style. Eggplant parmesan, chicken parmesan, homemade tiramisu was delicious! We all left fat and happy!
… moreOlga Opara
If you’re looking for a fantastic Italian dining experience, Carmine’s is a must-visit! I had the shrimp pasta, and it was absolutely delicious—perfectly cooked shrimp, rich and flavorful sauce, and fresh pasta that tasted homemade.
One of the best surprises was the portion size—it was HUGE! You definitely get your money’s worth here. Whether you’re super hungry or planning to share, you won’t leave disappointed.
The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was excellent. The staff was attentive without being intrusive, making the whole experience even better.
Highly recommend this place if you love authentic Italian food with generous portions. I’ll definitely be coming back!
… moreOne of the best surprises was the portion size—it was HUGE! You definitely get your money’s worth here. Whether you’re super hungry or planning to share, you won’t leave disappointed.
The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was excellent. The staff was attentive without being intrusive, making the whole experience even better.
Highly recommend this place if you love authentic Italian food with generous portions. I’ll definitely be coming back!