Very good restaurant. Gorgeous atmosphere , friendly service Very recommended to have a reservation Food also is extremely tasty the best pasta ever read more

Delicious high end, Italian food. I got the halbut linguini special, and it was very rich and filled with garlic. The service is great here. Our server was so attentive and kind. They also allow dogs at their outdoor seating! read more

Very nice place with great staff and better food. Came in on a Friday night for dinner and was lucky enough to find a seat at the bar. The bartenders were great, very personable and fun to hang with. Oh they also made some delightful drinks as well. Went with a Insalata Di Mista and Spaghetti Di Finochio. The salad was just want I wanted and a good starter. The spaghetti was recommended and was quite delicious. Great flavor and the noodles all tasted Fresh made. There's definitely a few other things I want to come back and try. There's plenty of space but it can get busy. Parking is around the back in a garage. They validate up to two hours but it looked like spaces were a bit limited. Definitely would recommend! read more

Carmine's - Spaghetti Di Finochio - Italian Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

This is one of my favorite spots for pasta and drinks with the girls! The ambiance is absolutely beautiful with chandeliers and stunning food presentation and the service is always welcoming and kind. Definitely a go-to spot in Seattle. read more

Carmine's - Italian Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Such delicious food. I've been twice and the service has always been wonderful. Maybe because I was looking enough to get the same waitress twice. Sitting on the patio looks lovely. Haven't had a chance to sit out there yet, but hopefully will in the future I wanna go back for the ribeye. It looks fantastic. read more

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TLDR: Very solid upscale Italian restaurant at a prime location in Bellevue. Good food, service, and ambiance. Food: For appetizers we had the calamari and a large caesar salad. The calamari was good, being light and crispy and coming with 2 sauces. The caesar was pretty disappointing for us as the flavor didn't really standout and it only came with 3-4 piece of crutons for a large size. The pastas were both good, I had the salmon pasta and enjoyed the different textures and the crunch of the asparagus. Service/Ambiance: The staff here is great and very attentive. We also mentioned that we were celebrating something, and they gave us a dessert on the house. The decorations of the restaurant is also very classic and authentic. read more

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I went here for a birthday dinner. It was everything I expected. The food was immaculate and the service was excellent read more

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Had a delicious birthday dinner here. I got the clam pasta and the clams were so fresh while the pasta was a great texture! The wine sauce also paired super well with it! The pesto pasta also was quite tasty. Service was very attentive and welcoming and the ambiance is what you'd expect for a nice Italian place - cozy, romantic, and all the right vibes. Also got a free birthday tiramisu! read more

Carmine's - Italian Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Another delicious meal at Carmine's, and great service. We so love the the squid ink pasta! And steak houses could learn something about making a superior NY strip with peppercorn sauce. Don't miss the spumoni! read more

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My friends and I never get Italian because it doesn't suit our palate, but I am SO glad that we got to try this place together. Food & drink: (4/5) As a table of four, we got two spaghetti di finochio though one was altered for a pink sauce, and two dishes off the specials list that aren't on the menu-- one was ravioli with mushroom demi glace and the other was a squid ink pasta with tiger prawns and calabrian chili. Although I enjoyed them all (I rarely enjoy pasta so this was surprising), the squid ink one was SO good. It was clean and a little spicy. A definite must-try if you're able to. Other honorable mentions include the calamari fritti, charcuterie board, and bread pudding. There was not a single bite that didn't delight us. I also got an espresso martini which was just perfect. We ended up passing it around the table LOL. Service: (5/5) I wish I remembered our server's name because he was amazing. So friendly and funny, and checked on us throughout the night. Other notes: Like other reviews said, I would definitely make a reservation before going. My friend reserved for 8:45pm on a Saturday an entire month early because it was the only slot left. read more

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Carmine's in Old Bellevue is the real deal. We ordered three dishes the shrimp fettuccine, the bolognese, and the squid ink clams and shrimp and all three were fantastic. The pasta is clearly made with care, and the squid ink dish especially stood out, rich and briny in all the right ways. The ambience matches the food which was warm, elegant, and inviting without feeling stuffy. It's the kind of place that feels special without trying too hard. Service was attentive and professional throughout. Highly recommend if you're looking for a quality Italian dinner on the Eastside. read more

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This is my favorite Italian restaurant on the Eastside. I have been here on a few different occasions with different size groups and the restaurant is big and experienced enough to handle just about any group and occasion. I also got to sit at the bar for some drinks only and the bartender was great and knowledgeable. They have a full bar and a GREAT wine list (quite overwhelming tbh! haha). My favorite dish here is Scaloppine di Vitello Al Limone & Caperi (Veal). It's amazing. I need to venture out more but this is what I had last three times I came here. The service is amazing, the venue is quite huge, clean, and "classic" with outdoor seating, and the food is great (and as noted, they can pretty much accommodate anything and anyone). There is free parking available (with validation) underneath the building. Highly recommended! read more

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My husband and I celebrated my birthday at Carmines and it did not disappoint. The restaurant itself is beautiful and has a great ambiance. It was very busy on a weeknight so I would definitely recommend making a reservation in advance. First things first, they brought out some of the best complimentary bread and olive oil + balsamic we've ever had! Such a simple thing but it somehow tastes even better here. For our entrees we ordered the filetto con gnocchi and the fettuccine al pesto con gamberoni. Both were delicious but the steak stole the whole show. It was absolutely positively perfection! Upon receiving it I noticed just how insanely tender it was. It was like a perfect little soft pillow of meat. The gnocchi was delicious as well. The plate may appear small in photos, but it was extremely filling. We fell in love with Carmines and cannot wait to come back! read more

Carmine's - Filetto Con Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Terrific restaurant! Excellent service from Joshua P- Enjoyed the Melon & Prosciutto, Crab Risotto, world famous () meatballs and Celebration Cake! Delicious Paloma's too! read more

A fun, intimate Italian dining experience from start to finish. Besides the genuinely excellent food, the service was surprisingly fantastic. Our waiter was fun, engaging, and had great recommendations. He surprised us throughout the dinner with little touches that made us feel special and well taken care of. For the service alone we'd be back again. We ordered several different pastas but our favorites were the: 1. LOBSTER PAPPARDELLE 2. GNOCCHI. The lobster pappardelle was buttery and flavorful with generous amounts of lobster. The gnocchi were filled with cheese, which was a total and pleasant surprise. Of all the pastas we had, the only one I didn't love was the risotto because the flavor profile was a bit shallow and also a bit strange. However, all the other pastas more than made up for it. For apps, the bruschetta flight was perfect to share. The bread was sturdy and had the satisfying crunch you'd expect. At the end of the meal, everyone gets a box of two biscotti to take home for a post-dinner snack or morning pick-me-up. It's a lovely small gesture to cap off an already fantastic meal, and I think more restaurants should be adding touches like this to their dining experiences. read more

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Great ambiance as always. Their daily special soup (creamy halibut) was amazing. We came here on our anniversary like we normally do each year. We split the salmon farro salad. It's pretty pricey... $44 and probably wouldn't get that again but I couldn't have the Caesar salad because of the raw eggs in the dressing (pregnant). We ordered the calamari and it was a bit on the salty side. Their pana cotta dessert is amazing though. Better than the Tirimisu!! In the future I'd stick to pastas, Caesar salad, and soup. read more

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Carmines is a bellevue hidden gem. I am a regular since 2017. The pasta and sauces are housemade and are full of flavor. They give you a starter basket of bread. They also have convenient parking in the garage around the corner from Molly Moons that is validated. The vibe is definitely dressier in terms of the resturant but I don't think there is a dress code. Most of the pastas that I've had here are amazing and even the appetizers and the main dishes have been good as well. Staff: very nice and attentive (5/5) Sanitation status: 5/5 Risotto Tiberio (5/5) The risotto is always really good. It's the perfect amount of creaminess with dungenous crab. With the addition of mushrooms it elevates the flavors of this dish as well. The risotto has always been cooked well. Spaghetti Di Finocchio (5/5) This is my favorite pasta dish here. It is a super creamy vodka sauce pasta with the addition of fennel spiced sausage. I would definitely say it does run on the heavier side but something about this pasta keeps me coming back. Linguine Alle Vongole (5/5) This dish was really refreshing and light with the sweetness of the tomatoes coming out and the juciness of the clams. It has a lot of herbs and spices. The juice from the clams pair really well with the freshness of the other ingredients. read more

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Wished the service was better. I visited for lunch with two of my girl friends. The restaurant was very slow on the Monday early lunch. Our seats were wonderful, the interior was stunning. The lunch menu had some very fun things on it. We asked our server his recommendations on a pasta and after we asked about the cioppino. His comment was "that is a complete 180" and it rubbed us the wrong way. Without permission, our personal belongings were touched. We were also questioned on our table etiquette, and demeaning comments were made. Our meals were nothing to rave about. I had very high expectations. I got the salmon risotto and it lacked salt. The bread and butter on the table was cold and hard. The prices were also way too high for the quality and service we received. However the tiramisu was delicious. Not a great first impression. We left feeling criticized and underwhelmed. As paying customers it is inappropriate to leave feeling judged. read more

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This is my second time at Carmines and although the food was mostly delicious it was hit and miss for me, the service was just not as attentive as my first visit This was a splurge date night for us and we were seated promptly (oh just real quick they have complementary validated parking at the 88 garage) and it was a reservation, we were seated near the bar and let's just say the bartender was very um boisterous, that lasted the entire night with quite a bit of colorful language so let's get to the food Calamari Fritti 5/5 plentiful and beautifully cooked calamari, it's honestly very dangerous to order as you'll be tempted to stuff yourself and miss out on mains Ravioli Di Capriolo 6/5 A beautiful Venison filled ravioli that's nestled in a delicious veal demi glaze. We had the small portion to share which is perfect and I would 100% order the full portion as a main and still have delicious leftovers to take home and be incredibly happy. An absolute must! Ossobuco 3/5 I was quite disappointed with this dish, it just didn't hit as much as I'd liked it too. It's cooked in a tomato base but still managed to not be fall off the bone tender, not sure if that was the objective but the veal felt a little dry? The pasta and veggie that accompanied felt so disjointed with the plate, all in all it lacked the flavor I was hoping for and didn't feel thought through Anatra Arrosto Alle Ciliege 4/5 this duck breast and confit leg was very yummy, the duck jus was delicious, overall a very delicious preparation of duck the risotto was a miss however Profiteroles 3/5 this was a big reason why I wanted to come back as there are so few places that have profiteroles but I'd say you can afford to miss these. Although our waiter was kind enough to split the dish for us, the profiteroles were far too soft the ice cream nothing to rave about and I could do without whatever berry coulee was going on there Would I come back? no not for the price point, the food should have been better and the service should have been much better, waiting for our waiter to be done with other tables and hope he comes our way became quite an adventure. Ah well, fun times were still had read more

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Very upscale with pretty interior (beautiful lights and vines in the outdoor seating area) and a nice location right next to Bellevue Downtown Park. Wine list is very extensive, almost like a book. Only tried their pastas today - they were decent. Texture leans on the al dente side - flavors are there and pretty good. Lobster pappardelle had nice quality lobster meat that wasn't tough, sauce was creamy but light on lobster flavor. Veal ravioli meat was a bit tough on the inside but the sauce had nice mushroom flavor. A bit on the more expensive side but good service and ambiance for a more formal / celebratory occasion read more

Carmine's - Ossobucco ravioli - Italian Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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First tip: make a reservation! We decided to go last minute on a Saturday night and the wait was 3 hours! Wow! Luckily, they had open heated outdoor patio seating with no wait, so we opted for that. It may be the winter, but they had heat lamps and provided blankets to keep you warm all dinner. The service throughout the night was top tier, and they would bring us extra bread and butter, utensils, and even split our main entrees into two portions knowing that we'd want to share even without us asking! We were astounded by this 10/10 service. The food itself was also phenomenal. I can see why there is a 3 hour wait. The tartare was beautifully presented and tasted amazingly fresh. The sweetbreads are not only a rare find, but also so delicately cooked with a creamy side of risotto. The black squid ink pasta had a lot of seafood, perfectly al dente, and grated to preference cheese topping. What more can I say? Everything we ordered was spectacular. This is truly the place to be for a lovely fine dining yet homey Italian meal. read more

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we came here for a birthday celebration and we had the best time! It was a bit of a wait (friday night @ 8pm) we started with our drink order and i got an Italian paloma... so so so good! our waiter took our order off memory he was an older gentleman so i was blown away at his accuracy lol i ordered shrimp pesto and it was so creamy and delicious!!!! the place is very spacious lots of cute seating regardless of it being inside or outside, it was pretty loud in there so be prepared lol read more

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Really cute interior, servers are very attentive and in good spirits, food is a hit or miss. You're served with complimentary bread & butter as you sit down. I'd like to explore more of the menu but the pizza and pasta I had were just Ok. read more

Carmine's - Pizza Salsiccia - Italian Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Great service and amazing food! The restaurant has such a fun atmosphere. We will be coming back!

Have never had a bad experience. Service and food are both top notch. HIGHLY RECOMMEND MAKING A RESERVATION. I have seen them turn people away due to how busy it gets. I have only ever tried 2 things here: Fettuccine Al pesto con gamberoni and the filetto con gnocchi. The fettuccine is very very good. The shrimp are perfect. The steak is perfect. It might sound odd going to an Italian restaurant to get a good steak, but if I want a good steak, I'm going to Carmines. It is one of the most tender and flavorful steaks I have ever had. Apart from the main course, the complimentary bread is great. I also really appreciate that there are dedicated servers who take care of drink refills. Staff is highly attentive and not spread too thin. Great service. Always quite busy inside. The main seating area is generally pretty loud but there are some side sections that are definitely a little quieter. read more

I've clearly been living under a rock! What an exquisite and memorable experience. Ambiance: Strikes a perfect balance between sophistication and comfort, which makes it a great spot for special occasions, "casual" dinners, and I could imagine work-related/client meetings to impress. Service: Despite the high-end settings, the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which added a warm touch to the evening. We sat at a table next to the window in the bar, which felt happening and intimate at the same time. Our server was fantastic and charming. Food: Every dish we tried was a masterpiece. From the perfectly al dente pasta to the rich (but not too rich) and flavorful sauces, each bite was amazing. I highly recommend the tartare, alfredo pesto with prawns, and off-menu carbonara! Mmmmmm! Overall, it's a true gem, one I plan to visit again. Combining elegance with a relaxed atmosphere, food that's nothing short of perfection with attention to detail in both presentation and taste, and employees who clearly take pride in what they have to offer, this was an exceptional dining experience! read more

Carmine's - A decadent dessert medley!!! We asked the chef to surprise us and boy, did they ever! - Italian Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

What can I say, but Carmines knows how to serve up a delicious meal! They have it down, from service to executing the perfect dish. Everything is so good, including the atmosphere! Definitely the place to celebrate or just enjoy a great casual weekday post shopping dinner! read more

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Our server Drew (Andrew) was amazing. My girlfriend and I stopped by for an early Valentines Day dinner and Drew made sure to bring the energy as well as great service. We ordered drinks, appetizers, entree and dessert and all were delicious. I even asked if he could make a drink off menu and he made sure to accommodate our preferences. Despite having an allergy, the staff was careful to keep us safe as well. Cheers Drew, thanks again! read more

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Great ambience and excellent service. Wide variety of food options. A fine dining place for celebrating special occasions that doesn't feel so uptight. read more

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Tl;dr great atmosphere and Italian food in the heart of old Bellevue Came here for a birthday dinner celebrating a friend and had an awesome time. The service was top notch and the food we ordered was delicious. I loved the cioppino and squid ink pasta! read more

We keep coming back to Carmine's! The atmosphere is always lively and inviting, the service was attentive, and the food was absolutely delicious. I've probably went through 60% of the menu at this point and every dish is spot on. The service is always top notch with a full breakdown on each item. Perfect spot for a nice date night out--definitely looking forward to coming back! read more

I used to frequent this spot when I lived in the Seattle area. Since I was back in town I decided to have my birthday dinner here. The entire restaurant looks very fancy and they have a good sized patio thats beautifully decorated. Its a great place to celebrate special occasions. The food here always hits the spot. My friend swears by the Gnocchi Sorrentina with the Brown Butter and Sage sauce. The sauce isnt overpowering, but when eaten as leftovers the gnocchi tastes even better after soaking up the sauce. On this visit I ordered the Costolette D'Agnello Provinciale (Rack of Lamb). The sauce was good, but Ive had better lamb chops at other restaurants. It lacked flavor and was kind of tough. Probably wouldnt order it again. We also ordered the Charcuterie & Formaggi as a starter and Cannelloni for an entree. Both were delicious. Also loved that the server brought out a birthday Tiramisu for me with our Italian Meringue. read more

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We visited Carmine's to celebrate a birthday. It is very popular, so it pays to get reservations well in advance. There is no parking at restaurant and not much street parking, so plan some time to walk after you park. It is very classy and a great choice to celebrate events. They also have excellent service. They have an extensive wine list. We had a nice Washington red. The bread basket is great--you could make a meal out of that. They have some interesting appetizers. One of them was a bruschetta trio--we liked the most traditional one with tomatoes and garlic, then one with avocado and salmon was great. However the one with the goat cheese and the tapenade was not so popular. Everyone loved the calamari that came with a great marinara sauce. Then we had a charcuterie board that had all kind of great treats on it, with a particular good choice of cheeses. For the main course, I had one of the specials which was a ravioli stuffed with mushrooms. The pasta was excellent--everyone loved their meals. The squid ink pasta was particularly popular. For dessert, we had the trio of cannoli. That was outstanding, all three were great. All the desserts were very popular--really try to save room. Definitely a great meal and experience-- we will be back. read more

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There's nothing like coming down here for a delicious Italian treat to cap off the week - it's my favorite way to celebrate the end of work! Being Served with dignified server along with a relaxing outdoor and refined indoor ... #Bellevue read more

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This restaurant is such a vibe! Great place to celebrate , catch up with your friends or just a business meal. We went here for anniversary lunch and The service was spectacular. The food was delicious and was served quite quickly. The calamari was outstanding. The pesto and vongole pasta was scrumptious too. The asparagus soup was hearty and filling. They do serve bread with butter with paired perfectly with the warm soup. Tiramisu was one of the best I have had. The liquor and espresso kick in it was transcendental. The cappuccino harmonized the entire meal together. This place will be even more enjoyable in summer with outdoor seating. Definitely making a come back ver soon. read more

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- cozy, good service.. food was alright - Food: 3 stars Service: 4 stars Price: 2 stars Ambiance: 4 stars Overall: 3.25 stars We celebrated my birthday here this year, but someone forgot to tell the restaurant that it's a special day *facepalm.* The waiter also didn't ask either, which is unlike the other highend places that I've been to. The free 4 hour parking was straightforward. You'd enter the parking lot from the small alley (NE 1st Pl) behind the restaurant, then enter your phone number. Upon entering the restaurant, you will see a huge QR code to validate parking, and you can do it whenever before you need to get out of the parking lot. They will scan your license plate to release you. It's quite smart imo. The restaurant has a cozy vibe, but they have an insanely high number of waiters and waitress walking around. We got our bread right away, but it came with butter instead of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, which was a bit disappointing. We ordered the Lombata Di Vitello Al Rosmarino ($68), grilled veal with risotto, and squid ink Jonnarelli Di Mare ($33 for large), squid ink pasta with seafood. The food took a while even though the restaurant was less than 50% full at 6pm. They split plates for us already, so we didn't have to split anything. The squid ink pasta came first and it was delicious. However, I didn't think it's anymore impressive than the clam pasta at the pink door. I vaguely remember the price at the pink door for that dish was lower as well. We waited for a long time for the veal, but it was a bit underwhelming. I enjoyed the root vegetables more on the side than the actual dish. The risotto was just okay as well. I'd recommend skipping this one. Overall a nice dining experience, but I didn't feel like I was celebrating my birthday since my husband is private. Maybe I should make my own reservation next time to get the treatment (or complimentary tiramisu) that I deserve lol. They do have 2 small biscottis in a paper box for you to enjoy when you leave though.. just watch out since one of them might chip your teeth lol.. read more

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Everything about this place is amazing. Will definitely be coming back more. Parking is validated or you could use their valet parking.

I hadn't been to Carmine's since their opening day--seven or eight years ago now? My last memory of the place was what you'd expect from a new restaurant. Clearly, a lot has changed since then! Came back recently and was pretty happy I gave it another shot. The food has definitely leveled up. We started with the calamari, which was honestly excellent--crispy, not greasy at all, and the kind of thing that disappears off the table in about two minutes flat. We had to order a second round. We also tried the mushroom pizza as a table and it was super "truffle-y" (in a good way). If you like mushrooms and a little bit of that earthy richness, it's definitely worth ordering. I went with the ravioli for my main, and it was fine--nothing to write home about, but it did the job. Meanwhile, someone else at our table got the duck, and it looked incredible. We wrapped up with the lemon meringue pie. It was good--nice and tart, with a solid meringue--but nothing particularly memorable or standout compared to the rest of the meal. All in all, though, Carmine's has come a long way since opening night, and I'd say it's definitely worth a visit now, especially if you're into calamari or truffle-y pizza. read more

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Made our birthday reservation two months in advance and the anticipation was well worth the wait! First off our server was awesome and got us settled with drinks an appetizer order of deep fried calamari fritti and wagyu tartare. Both were awesome plus the house special soup a creamy tomato orzo knocked it out of the park. Don't forget to order the double fried truffle fries. The showstoppers for the mains were the special squid ink with prawns. Strong runner ups were the penne tossed with fresh king salmon and asparagus in a vodka cream sauce and the fettuccine with Manila clams in a primavera sauce. They brought out a birthday chocolate tiramisu and leave room for the trio of cannoli that were filled with a pistachio, lemon and chocolate chip ricotta. The ambiance was very nice and it was cool to watch the staff hard at work in the open air kitchen. Definitely will put this spot on the rotation! read more

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The Best Italian Restaurant In the 425! The Restaurant Is Beautiful with Decor! The Food Is Top Tier! Come see them for the best service & the best food! 10/10 read more