Carmello's Restaurant & Wine Bar

Welcome to Carmello's Restaurant & Wine Bar, where Italian and seafood cuisine collide to create a dining experience like no other. Located in Charlottesville, VA, Carmello's offers a range of amenities such as outdoor seating, a full bar, and even free Wi-Fi. The cozy and intimate atmosphere, combined with its extensive menu featuring dishes like Mini Beef Wellingtons, Grilled Peach Caprese, and Rockfish, make Carmello's a must-visit spot for food lovers.

Customers rave about the delicious food and friendly staff at Carmello's. Reviews mention the generous portions, reasonable prices, and the warm welcome from the owner, "Mama Stella." The restaurant has a loyal following, with many customers returning time and time again for the exceptional dining experience.

From appetizers like Clams Casino and Baked Brie to main courses like Lobster Ravioli and Linguine Pescatore, every dish at Carmello's is crafted with care and attention to detail. And let's not forget about the decadent dessert options, including Cheesecake, Tiramisu, and Limoncello Cake, perfect for indulging your sweet tooth.

If you're in Charlottesville and looking for a top-notch dining experience, look no further than Carmello's Restaurant & Wine Bar. With its welcoming atmosphere, delicious food, and excellent service, this hidden gem is a must-visit for any food enthusiast.

Carmello's Restaurant & Wine Bar Menu

Location

Address: 400 29th Place Ct Charlottesville, VA 22901
Phone: (434) 977-5200

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
WED 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
THU 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
FRI 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
SAT 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
SUN 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Intimate
    Yes
  • Quiet
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner
    Yes
  • Street Parking
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Bike Parking
    No

Last Reviews

  • Author: Allison F.

    29 June 2024

    Delicious! Very friendly staff. Nice relaxing atmosphere. Good portions and reasonably priced.

  • Author: John G.

    06 May 2024

    What a wonderful place. We've never been here before. These folks used to be up in Manassas on Center Street, until they relocated to C-ville in 2016(ish). Still owned by the same family. This place is the real deal. They provide all niceties (fresh bread and butter). We bought a bottle of wine to enjoy. We also tried their house salad which was excellent. The Calamari was awesome. I could get that every time. The pasta was homemade and excellent. The Lasagna took me three days to fully finish. The portion sizes are huge. Service is spot on. Staff are friendly. George was our server and he was excellent. Keep up the great service and food !

  • Author: Luke P.

    05 April 2024

    Thank goodness Charlottesville has Carmellos. It is reliable and welcoming with excellent food. 'Mama Stella' is the proprietor and greets people by their first name - why not? If she does, its because they're return customers! The interior has been remodeled in the last year or so with new lighting and wall adornments, sprucing things up. Mike is the mainstay waiter who has been there at least 10 years, he is affable and accommodating, always gracious no matter how busy the restaurant gets. Highlights of the menu are Canelloni if they are available, cream sauce and delicate enough to be cut with the fork, lamb chops are roasted perfectly, and often Mama Stella will make a risotto upon request if she doesn't have it ready to pair with seafood. We are grateful to have Carmellos as an Italian option, don't forget their Veal Saltambocca with Demi grace reduction and Melted Mozzarella - see the pics to make the mouth water! Recommended!

  • Author: Katarzyna H.

    21 February 2024

    The food was delicious and it was clear that this was a family owned business! They seemed pretty busy, the people working were very apologetic for the wait. We were seated and done with our food within an hour so the wait wasn't even that long.