Garlic Bread Parmigiana
$ 24.95Crispy toasted garlic bread topped with melted mozzarella cheese and savory marinara.
Crispy toasted garlic bread topped with melted mozzarella cheese and savory marinara.
Fresh clams baked to perfection with seasoned breadcrumbs and herbs.
Crispy battered zucchini sticks served golden brown.
Plump mushroom caps filled with a rich and savory stuffing.
Lightly battered and golden-fried squid rings served with marinara sauce.
Fresh clams served in a flavorful red or white broth.
Tender mussels simmered in a savory red or white wine broth.
Italian-style toasted bread and cheese skewers with a savory sauce.
A selection of fine Italian cured meats, cheeses, and marinated vegetables.
A warm assortment of classic Italian baked and fried appetizers.
Portobello mushroom caps baked with marinara and melted mozzarella.
Sweet roasted bell peppers topped with savory anchovies.
Sweet roasted bell peppers paired with fresh sliced mozzarella.
Artichoke hearts filled with seasoned breadcrumbs and herbs.
Crispy chicken wings tossed in a spicy, tangy scarpariello sauce.
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed in creamy Caesar dressing with croutons and cheese.
A fresh mix of seasonal greens tossed in house vinaigrette.
Signature house salad with fresh greens, vegetables, and Italian dressings.
Sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and sweet basil drizzled with balsamic glaze.
Tender chicken pieces sautéed with garlic, herbs, and sweet peppers.
Crispy breaded chicken cutlet topped with marinara and melted mozzarella.
Chicken cutlets sautéed in a rich mushroom and Marsala wine sauce.
Country-style chicken prepared with garlic, mushrooms, and savory sauce.
Chicken layered with prosciutto and sage in a white wine sauce.
Delicate chicken scaloppine in a bright lemon and butter sauce.
Gluten-free preparation of country-style chicken with garlic, mushrooms, and savory sauce.
Crispy golden-brown breaded veal cutlet.
Tender veal cutlet baked with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella.
Veal medallions sautéed with mushrooms in a sweet Marsala wine sauce.
Veal topped with savory prosciutto and fresh sage in a white wine sauce.
Veal scaloppine in a bright, zesty lemon and butter sauce.
Fresh salmon fillet baked with a seasoned breadcrumb and herb crust.
Jumbo shrimp simmered in a robust, savory marinara sauce.
Juicy shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic, butter, and white wine sauce.
Crispy breaded shrimp baked with marinara and melted mozzarella cheese.
Shrimp simmered in a fiery and flavorful spicy tomato sauce.
Fresh lobster broiled with a seasoned breadcrumb and herb topping.
Tender lobster simmered in a spicy, aromatic tomato sauce.
Chilled jumbo shrimp served with a zesty cocktail sauce and lemon.
Fresh raw clams served on the half shell with cocktail sauce and lemon.
Classic pasta tossed with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs.
Pasta tossed in a traditional, savory Italian tomato marinara sauce.
Fresh tomato, garlic, and basil sauce served over your choice of pasta.
Penne pasta in a rich, creamy tomato vodka sauce.
Pasta tossed with a colorful medley of fresh garden vegetables.
Large pasta tubes stuffed with seasoned ricotta cheese and baked in marinara.
Classic baked lasagna layered with wide pasta, meat sauce, and cheeses.
Delicate pasta pillows stuffed with ricotta cheese in marinara sauce.
Hearty rigatoni prepared in a rustic country-style sauce.
Rich and savory traditional Italian slow-cooked meat sauce.
Slow-simmered, flavorful meat ragu tossed with pasta.
Large, tender Italian meatballs served over pasta with marinara.
Classic Italian sausage links served over pasta with sauce.
Rigatoni pasta tossed with fresh broccoli and Italian sausage.
Rigatoni and broccoli in a delicate white wine and garlic sauce.
Fresh clams tossed in a savory red or white clam sauce.
Succulent shrimp tossed in a savory red or white sauce over pasta.
Tender calamari simmered in a flavorful red or white sauce.
An assortment of fresh seafood in a delicious red or white sauce.
Prime broiled porterhouse steak cooked to perfection.
Porterhouse steak prepared country-style with peppers, onions, and savory sauce.
Porterhouse steak topped with flavorful pizzaiola sauce.
Broiled porterhouse steak topped with sautéed peppers and onions.
Freshly sautéed tender spinach leaves with garlic and oil.
Sautéed escarole greens seasoned with garlic and oil.
Fresh steamed or sautéed broccoli florets.
Layers of breaded eggplant baked with marinara and melted mozzarella.
Sweet bell peppers and onions sautéed to perfection.
Savory Italian sausage links.
Large homemade Italian meatballs in marinara sauce.
Fresh broccoli florets sautéed in garlic and oil.
Fresh spinach sautéed with garlic and olive oil.
Tender escarole sautéed with garlic and oil.
Flavorful sweet Italian sausage infused with fennel.
Sweet peppers and onions sautéed in olive oil.
Crispy roasted potato chunks seasoned with herbs.
Crispy pastry shell filled with sweet chocolate cream.
Classic Italian dessert made with ladyfingers, espresso, and mascarpone cheese.
A massive, show-stopping multi-layered ice cream and cake dessert.
Rich and creamy traditional Italian-style cheesecake.
Warm and comforting homemade bread pudding served with a sweet sauce.
Fluffy shortcake layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
Decadent and rich chocolate cake.
Classic Italian ice cream dessert coated in chocolate.
A refreshing assortment of seasonal fresh cut fruits.
Rich and dense flourless chocolate cake.
Rich chocolate-infused warm bread pudding.
Grey Goose Vodka, Fresh Lemon Juice, Sugar Rim with a Sunken Drizzle of Chambord & Argiolas Mirto Amaro
Knob Creek Bourbon, Punt e Mes Sweet Vermouth & Bitters
Three Olives Vanilla Vodka, Borghetti Espresso Liqueur & Espresso
Bombay Dry Gin, Carpano Antica Vermouth & Campari
Cruzan Mango Rum, Pineapple Juice & Orange Juice
Grey Goose Pear Vodka, Canton Ginger & Lemon Juice
St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Fresh Muddled Strawberries, Lemon & Prosecco
Aperol, Blood Orange, Lemon, Prosecco & Soda
Pallini Limoncello, Canton Ginger, Lemon & Prosecco
Three Olives Blueberry & Citrus Vodka, Pomegranate, Fresh Lemon & Lime Juice
Sauza Blue Agave Tequila, Peach Purée, Prosecco & Fresh Lime Juice
Bacardi Rum, Fresh Muddled Blueberries, Mint & Soda
Skyy Blood Orange, Fresh Lemon Juice & Cynar
Knob Creek Rye, Martini Rossi Bianco, Luxardo Maraschino, Cherry Liqueur & Lemon Juice
Skyy Citrus, Lemonade & Muddled Strawberries
Maker's Mark, Canton Ginger, Montenegro Amaro & Lemon Juice
Hornitos Silver Tequila, Limoncello & Luxardo Amaretto
Bacardi Dark & Pineapple Rum, Fresh Muddled Pineapple, Grenadine & Lime Juice
Ritual Non-Alcoholic Whiskey Alternative & Aperitif, Orange Juice, Vanilla Syrup, Non-Alcoholic Bitters & Rosemary
Ritual Non-Alcoholic Tequila Alternative, Pineapple, Basil & Lime
Ritual Non-Alcoholic Gin Alternative, Strawberry Rose, Orange Blossom Water, Lemon & Soda
Blueberry, Pineapple, Ginger Beer & Soda
Crushed Strawberries & Homemade Lemonade
Orange Juice, Cream & Soda Topped with Whipped Cream
Peach, Cream & Soda Topped with Whipped Cream
Black Cherry, Cream & Sprite Topped with Whipped Cream
Located in the heart of Washington D.C., Carmine's Italian Restaurant offers a vibrant, welcoming dining destination renowned for its homestyle Southern Italian cuisine and legendary oversized, family-style portions. Whether you are gathering for a celebratory group dinner, pre-theater bites, or a casual weeknight feast, the bustling, energetic dining room delivers an authentic taste of Little Italy right to the nation's capital.
Every dish at Carmine's is crafted for sharing, making it the ultimate spot for groups and families. Here are some of the standout favorites:
With an average price bracket of $20–$60 per person, Carmine’s pricing reflects the exceptional generosity of its portions, where individual dinner platters easily satisfy three to four guests. Lunch options and weekday specials like the Sunset Menu provide outstanding value for diners looking for hearty comfort food without compromise.
Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak weekend dinner hours and local event rushes. The restaurant features extensive accessibility options, cocktail bars, and versatile private dining spaces. While heavy on gluten and dairy classics, the kitchen accommodates dietary requests with select gluten-free options and customizable vegetable sides.
418 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
624 E St NW, Washington, DC 20004
401 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
555 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
639 Indiana Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004
836 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Carmine's serves homestyle Southern Italian meals designed family-style to be shared among groups of 3 to 4 people for dinner, and 2 people for lunch.
Some of the most popular signature items include the Garlic Bread Parmigiana, Chicken Parmigiana, Rigatoni Country Style, and the massive Titanic dessert.
Yes, Carmine's offers a selection of gluten-free preparations, including Gluten-Free Chicken Contadina, alongside various fresh salads and vegetable sides.
The average pricing per person typically ranges from $20 to $60, delivering high value due to the generous family-sized portions.
Yes, reservations are highly recommended for both lunch and dinner services, particularly on weekends and evenings when the dining room fills up quickly.
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