We had a late flight and this was the perfect spot for a late night meal. Great pastas, friendly service and a warm, Chicago atmosphere inside. The butter that comes with the bread service is drool worthy. My only note is that if you're used to the Vegas location of this chain, the portions here are much more normal sized lol, so order double what you'd normally order. read more

See all

Our reservations were at 6:00 on a Sunday evening. The restaurant was about half full when we got there and remained that way for the duration of our visit. Let me start by saying the food was really outstanding. We had a variety of items - Chicken Parmesan, a ribeye cap, Brussel sprouts, and several deserts. Everything was prepared well, presented well, and was delicious. The parmesan was the largest portion that I've ever seen, Two people in our party split one order and still ended up taking half of the portion home. We had terrible service, though. Have you ever had an "absentee waiter?" It took him a while to greet us. When he did, he read off the specials and discussed what beer options we should consider. He asked if we wanted bread, and we said yes. Then disappeared for about ten minutes. We had to flag him down to take our order but still no bread. That took a while more. When the food came out some was missing (pasta). He said he'd bring the pasta which never arrived - well not entirely true, he brought it in a "doggie bag" when he brought the check. He never once checked on us. At one point, we had to go to the hostess station to see if our waiter was still working or not. Carmine's did comp our deserts - cannoli, tiramisu, and sorbetto. Unfortunately it was too little, too late. I think bad service isn't the norm for Carmine's. As I read other reviews, while service is mentioned in some, it's the minority. So, maybe we had the wrong waiter or maybe he was having a bad day. I do recommend Carmine's for the food. It's unfortunate that our service experience was so bad. read more

Carmine's Rosemont - Italian Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

Bad service, bug in my salad & they made me feel like they were doing me a favor for taking it out of my bill Nasty! They called it discount Bread wasn't warm, I asked for calamari well done it wasn't... Bad management. I was spitting the whole way home!' Nasty! read more

See all

I love Italian food. Everyone who knows me knows that. With the disclaimer that some of the issues may have been due to takeout, part of my experience with Carmine's was less than ideal. I ordered delivery to my room with a friend who lives in here and came to visit during my stay. And I had put for the food to be brought up to my room. The driver did not knock, and if it wasn't for the hotel front desk staff, I would have not known about our dinner. When we open our order, my friend's baked cavatelli looked delicious. There may have been a misunderstanding because we were pretty certain we ordered sausage and they put meatballs instead. No matter her dish was still tasty (I sampled it) plus it was a generous portion. For myself, I ordered the penne arrabiatta with added chicken. When I opened the bag, I thought that they had forgotten the chicken because it was just pasta. Looking in the separate bag, I found plain grilled chicken with no seasoning in a separate tray. I would've expected the chicken to be mixed in or at the very least had some seasoning on its own and not just relying on the sauce from the pasta. This was the disappointing part and why I can only give Carmine's three stars. read more

Carmine's Rosemont - Baked Cavatelli, delivered - Italian Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

See all

Wish I took more pictures but this place was great. Food was awesome and delicious, service was fast, and drinks were strong. I forget what we ate for apps but I had eggplant parm for dinner. I never order it at places when I eat out because my mom's is so good... not moms but I wouldn't stop myself from ordering it again. Thanks! read more

Seafood salad. Seafood salad and seafood salad. Or giant chicken parm. Better than Carmine's on the viagra triangle. Better than most stereotypical red sauce old fashioned southern Italian dining. Preferable in many ways to Truluck's across the street. read more

Let's start from the beginning...There is a dress code. We ensured we were dressed business casual so not a problem for us. We made a reservation for 2pm on Sunday. Our server started out slow but by the end of our service was severely lacking. Didn't check on us enough...definitely missed opportunity for ordering more drinks, etc. Drinks. Lemonchello Martini & Lychee Gin & Tonic. We both decided that the drinks were the best thing! The bar tender was singing behind the counter and enjoying his work. Definitely have a drink at the bar. Appetizers were ok. We ordered two different ones. We did the bruschetta and crab cake. Husband thought crab cake was just alright. Bruschetta had black olives. I hate black olives and wouldn't have ordered that had I known. (Menu doesn't mention it.) We both would not order these again. Entrees. I ordered short rib and polenta and thought it taste good...maybe a little dry. Also a side of asparagus to share., which was delicious. Husband ordered veal braciole and a glass of white wine. His was over seared and not fork tender. He couldn't eat the bottom as it was burnt. Couldn't even cut it with a steak knife. (He tried and the table was shaking.) He was also mad because it came in a red sauce and thought had he known he would have ordered red wine. (Then he checked menu on way home and he was served the wrong sauce. Should have been a scallopini sauce.) How did the server not catch that it was wrong? Dessert was Nutella Beignets served cold. They were good but not even warm. We joked that maybe the server went to New Orleans to pick them up. They definitely sat before they got to us. We really wanted to love this place as we have had friends that have had good experiences. So maybe we had a junior or bad server, ordered the wrong things? Who knows. They are selling elevated Italian Food and we both left feeling that's not what we got. Would we go back? Probably not. Chicago is known for Italian Food and I know you can get what you pay for elsewhere. read more

See all

Been here a couple of times now, either after picking someone up at O'Hare Airport or when attending a Chicago Dogs baseball game at Impact Field. Very convenient location, and you can walk to the ballpark. This restaurant has a bit of a dress code, so don't come in your cutoffs. Nice ambiance in a pair of dining rooms ... one more open and the other a more romantic, darkly-lit kind of dining room. Wood paneling and a nice little bar area, where one could dine solo, complete the ambiance. The waitstaff was pretty good, attentive but overworked. We were here early on a Friday, so seating was immediate and business inside was leisurely ... but the waitstaff seemed a bit whelmed. The food was good: one in our party had the Lasagna (4 star very nice with wavy lasagna noodles, and a huge portion), another had the Tortellini Carbonara (also 4 stars and very creamy), and the last had the Fettuccine Alfredo (another 4 star offering). As it was, I was torn between 3 and 4 stars, but settled on 3. The food was 4 star stuff, but the noise level from the bar area and the music playlist sort of ruin the ambiance and leave a lot to be desired. We really liked our dishes, but were distracted by the playlist. All during the meal they played rock-n-roll and pop music ... all good music, but totally out of place in this Italian setting ... we needed some Frankie. All to say 4 star food ... but needs a few fine touches to match the otherwise elegant experience. read more

Great place to come with a large party. My father looks forward to their seafood salad - always fresh and tender. Portions are always generous and service was on point. But this last visit was all about the Chicken dishes. They were truly exceptional! We ended the meal with the tallest, most tender slice of coconut cake. The one negative was that we came on a holiday weekend and it was so incredibly loud that we could hardly hear each other talk. (Not at ALL the restaurant's fault, obviously, but still detracted from the evening a bit). read more

I have been consistently coming here for years and have even brought many many out-of-town guests, here who absolutely adore it. Key strengths are the fact that they are consistent and everything is absolutely delicious and high-quality. Love the space of the patio as well as the actual indoors. Great wine selection as always, and on this particular visit service was fantastic because for some reason, they boxed our food. However, on my last visit here a little less than two months ago, I packed my own food oddly enough. read more

See all

Carmine's - Rosemont Baked Mostaccioli = cheesy, bubbly, and the ultimate comfort dish Filet medallions = tender & flavorful, paired with a rich sauce + sides Roasted potatoes = crispy, golden perfection 4.6/5 Portions are huge (definitely shareable), service was on point, and the old-school Italian steakhouse vibes were immaculate. Perfect spot for a night out in Rosemont! Check out my @ratedbyaleena on Instagram for the full view! #RatedByAleena #Foodie #FoodReview #FoodieFinds #FoodieLife #ChicagoEats #RosemontEats #ItalianFood #PastaLover #SteakHouseVibes #EatLocal #FoodAdventures read more

Carmine's Rosemont - Italian Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

I've been to Carmine's many times and each time it was a fantastic experience. However, this visit (not for work, but with family) was a let down. Specifics include the Old Fashioned wasn't made right, and seemed off. It definitely wasn't mixed. They used to have my favorite. The salads were good. That's the 2nd star in my review. My wife ordered the Chicken Piccata and asked for a different type of pasta (Angel hair instead of Penne). They said it was a slight upcharge. Not sure why, but we said ok. Turns out they brought the original Penne and charged us for a side order of pasta as listed on the menu. They insisted it was an upcharge. Really? $9 upcharge? The steak wasn't very tender and it was very disappointing. They have gone down in quality and service from my previous work experiences and it was really a disappointing evening. read more

I was highly disappointed with my experience. I had a reservation for 5:45 PM, arrived on time, and was seated immediately--which was great. However, from the moment I sat down, I felt extremely rushed. The server hurried us through the menu and ordering process, and by 6:30 PM I was already being asked if I wanted to wrap up my food. I am a slow eater, but that should not affect the quality of service--especially when I'm paying downtown-level prices. Feeling rushed throughout the entire meal completely took away from the experience. This isn't a fast-casual restaurant, and even places like Olive Garden don't make you feel pushed out the door. read more

Carmine's has a large menu with a lot of options but I feel it is overrated and some items are overpriced. My husband's veal piccata was overcooked and tough so he sent it back and ordered a filet instead. It was cooked perfectly but with no hint of salt or pepper. My chicken Milanese was a huge portion and cooked well. The pasta we both got on the side was al dente but to me it might as well have been raw. The noodles were hard. I had a martini which was tasty and they have yummy blue cheese olives and they gave us complimentary cannoli because it was our anniversary. Our server David was attentive but I don't think our experience was worth the $132 we paid. Not a fan. read more

My wife and I dined at the famous Carmines this evening for our 12th wedding anniversary. It was truly a forgettable night. David, our server, was excellent. He was as professional as they get. My two stars are for the food. I ordered the Veal piccatta, and it was horrible. Uhm, just a thought: when serving veal, it should always be medium-rare to rare. Terrible,. Not well or medium well, because it's veal, it should be fork-tender, meaning you can cut it with a fork. My wife ordered the Chicken Milanese for me, and it was fine; I had a piece, and it was actually more tender than my veal. Now, when you pay the prices they're charging you, you should get the meal you expect. We both had penne pasta with a delicious red sauce. My wife didn't like her pasta because it wasn't cooked enough. She does not like al dente pasta. I was classically trained as a chef, and my traing was in Italian cuisine. I know a little bit about it. The pasta was a bit undercooked, but not by much. She likes all her pasta overcooked until soft as a noodle. The restaurant was a beautiful room. and only a handful of customers were there. The ambiance was lovely. I don't think I will be back to Carmines' because I wanted the veal and it was not cooked as I like it. I ordered the filet mignon Medium Rare. It was perfectly cooked, but not a bit of salt or pepper to be found. Again, two stars for me.and read more

Carmine's Rosemont - I got my filet as the table was cleared it was time to go. - Italian Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

Man, we're giving this place a well-earned 4 stars. Ambience? Definitely upscale. Ok- if you want a casual dinner, do NOT come here. It's got a basic dress code - if you can't dress nice, you won't eat here. No problem! Hubby and i walked in on a Friday night for our first dinner there. Service was absolutely spot on. Definitely solid props to Carmine's for the excellent and spot on service! The waiters are dressed up to the nines, and our big quibble was being seated at a tiny 2-person table - we hardly had room for our bread basket and bruschetta appetizer, much less my Peroni and hubby's sparkling soda water! Said bread was awesome. Almost hot and wonderfully soft. The bruschetta was thick, dripping with olive oil, and included chopped black olives (not a prob for me, but hub-hub was a bit taken aback as he's not an olive fan). But the flavor? Nice indeed otherwise. I ordered a bow tie pasta with Italian sausage. Now THIS is where the demerit kicked in. The pasta and sauce was perfecto-mundo. The sausage? Oh my god. WAY too bland and WAY too chewy. Give me some sausage flavor and easier to chew please, Carmines! Hub hub had alfredo sauce w/chicken - his was - by far- the best entree of the evening. It was fantastic. We were so full at the end we had to reluctantly pass on dessert. Will we come again? Yes. And if you want a special place with top-notch service? Carmine's is IT. read more

See all

I always say, you get what you pay for. I paid allot but I got a huge meal that was way better than I've had in a while. Great flavors in the soup and the bolognese. Everything was amazing. Franco was a great waiter. He recommended a few things and he helped me to make a really good pick. He was spot on. The servings were huge. This place had great food and a great place for date night. Very romantic. I will be coming back. I recommend. read more

See all

Food was very good. Had the meatballs and polenta they were excellent. The fish special melted in your mouth. Calamari was crispy only wish they served it with marinara sauce. My friend had the orecchiette, sausage and broccolini. It was excellent. The drinks were well made and generous. read more

I made reservations, and we were sat quickly. It's a nice classy place, perfect for groups or a date. I was with a party of 5, and we ordered wine. We had plenty of food, and most of it was good. However, when we got the bill, there was some confusion on the type of wine we ordered vs what we were billed. Putting aside what actually happened, I was really disappointed on how the MANAGER handled it. He basically blamed us, and was curt with me. I felt he should have handled it better. He clearly seemed annoyed with us. I will never go back. read more

The only reason I give this a one is that we had a 7:15 reservation and they texted us at 8:10 that our table was ready we were long gone could not even get to the bar for a drink. It is sad when restaurants deliberately overbook that was obvious. read more

We came to this restaurant to meet friends from out of town. This place was loud, the server was rude, and the food was average. The prices were at least 30% higher than local restaurants with better food. Grab an Uber and venture away from this airport trap read more

We had a great dinner at Carmines. Food was excellent we got the hand rolled cavatappi with vodka sauce and the grilled misto. They also have an excellent wine selection and the place is very classy. Our server Orlando was super attentive and warm helping us with recommendations and pacing the meal perfectly for our needs. The manager came over to check on us a couple times as well and he was helping serve the food, very hands on. Definitely want to come back in the summer when the patio is open and it also looks beautiful read more

See all

Had dinner at Carmine's Rosemont and it was a total win. The food was awesome--especially the zappa di pesce, which was rich and full of flavor, the veal Parmesan that was perfectly breaded and cheesy, and the meatballs appetizers that were tender and packed with that classic Italian comfort. Portions were generous, so come hungry! The service was fantastic, shout out to David B--super friendly and on point--and the ambience hit that sweet spot between cozy and lively. read more

Carmine's Rosemont - Italian Near Me - Rosemont, Illinois

See all

Dinner with clients. We were taken care of (not brilliantly but adequately). Drinks were good. Wine selections were mediocre. Oysters ok. Bread not. Calamari great. Delmonico delicious. Sea Bass okay. Prices were high but not crazy. Would recommend but not special occasion level. read more

We had a 6:15 reservation and weren't seated until almost 7:00. Other than that, the food was outstanding. #iraeats #iraeats1 read more

See all

Carmine's is always a great choice. The oysters are perfect every single time, fresh and expertly prepared, and the lamb chops appetizer is phenomenal easily one of my favorites. I've honestly never had anything I didn't like here. The menu is consistently solid from start to finish, and you can tell they care about quality. And don't skip dessert ,the portions are huge, perfect for sharing (or taking some home). A reliable favorite that never disappoints. read more

My wife and I went there for a post-Valentines day dinner. The food and bevs were awesome. We shared a bottle of the Ruffino Modus Super Tuscan and started off with thebcrab cake. it was big enough to share. A rough rule of thumb is that a bottle of wine in the restaurant is three times the price retail. If they ever offer the frutta di mare on linguine on special, I'd recommend it. My wife's veal piccatta was delicious; expecting a particular level of doneness isn't realistic, given that it's pounded pretty thin before being dredged in flour and fried. Dessert was tiramisu and raspberry sorbet, a nice palate cleanser. The only ding I would have to make is the noise level, its. Either dine earlier or midweek to avoid the weekend chaos. read more

Awesome Day with the Fam. Service, food.... PERFECT! One of the owners even stopped at the table to compliment how well behaved the grandkids were. Love this place read more

I was part of an extremely large group and our waiters took great care of me (the allergy problem). Carmine's has vegan options and we're able to cater to my soy allergy. I had the spaghetti primavera which is noodles with olive oil, garlic, and veggies. You never know whether or not to trust such a simple dish but it was amazing! All the ingredients were good and worked together. It also lasted well in the to go box. I'll definitely be back. It is difficult to find Italian options without soy oil, but Carmine's rose to the task. read more

My wife and I went to Carmine's in Rosemont, ILL. just to have a small bite to eat and a glass of wine! We ordered a bottle of "Sager & Verdier" Sauvignon Blanc and an appetizer called "Misto di mare Frito" this is basically a mix of breaded octopus, chunks of fish breaded and deep fried. The cost was $98 for the wine and $68 for the appetizer. Im not complaining about the bill, since I ordered the items, but when one pays exorbitant prices one expects well prepared elevated food and service. Instead the food was dripping in fat and the breading just fell of the fish and octopus before I could eat it. We will not return to this so disappointing establishment. read more

From the moment we walked in Christian made us feel at home. Excellent service great hospitality, delicious food. Thank you for everything!!! read more

Disappointed in the Direction, Not the Food I've been a longtime fan of the Rosebud family of restaurants -- from Rosebud on Taylor to Carmine's in Rosemont and everything in between. Their food, service, and old-school Chicago charm have always kept me coming back. I've celebrated birthdays, business dinners, and special occasions at nearly every Rosebud location, and I've always recommended them to friends and family. That's why it pains me to write this review -- not because of the food or the staff, but because of the new policies being implemented at Carmine's Rosemont. These rules seem to have less to do with maintaining a classy dining experience and more to do with excluding certain groups of people. Whether it's through dress code enforcement or selective application of "house rules," the effect feels discriminatory and outdated. In 2025, there's no room for policies that quietly decide who "belongs" in a restaurant and who doesn't. Excellence in dining should be about great food, great people, and great hospitality -- not selective enforcement or exclusion. I truly hope the Rosebud group re-examines these practices. They've built a legacy of serving Chicago with pride and warmth, and I'd love to see that spirit restored across all their locations -- including Carmine's Rosemont. read more

The low star count has a reason. Please read and understand. This was my second visit to Carmine's in Rosemont, although we've (my Bride and I) been to Carmine's dozens of times, throughout the USA. This occasion - my 66th orbit. So, gentle reader, be warned: having obtained my Government Papers (don't leave home without them!) as a Crotchety Old Man, I will not mince words. This is not my "favorite Carmine's". To explain: we arrived with Reservations, 10 minutes early, 6:45 on a Saturday evening. It took us 7 minutes just to enter the front door. The joint was jumpin'! I should have noted the families leaving the restaurant, especially the youg girls who were all bellowing at the top of their lungs. The tenor was similar inside. Dining areas were completely DEVOID of any sound control, sond baffling, or area separation. Overload EDM was blasting over the speakers as if we were at Disco Dance Club . As a result, every human (adolescent or adult) had to pull their head back and bellow lustily just to overcome the din. Adding to the misery, the too-loud EDM thumping and pumping and wailing and gnashing and gasping made my skin crawl. I was cranky inside of eight seconds. Oh, but wait - there's more! Atop the stew of cacophony, let's sprinkle a couple of middle-aged Bar Strumpets: (you know the specie: 37 YO but dressed and comport themselves as if they were 19), blood alcohol thrice the legal limit, wobbling from table to table, slurring their jokes in a sad echo of their own former adolescence... THIS WAS *BAD*, AND MUST BE RECTIFIED. THE AMBIENCE DESTROYED AN OTHERWISE EXCELLENT MEAL. Having expended 66 years' effort riding this stupid ball of scum, I do not want to spend my Birthday listening to all of this. On the flip side: we were seated near a bussing station, and got to overhear a lot of Insider Intel : the Servers seemed to feel the same pain as we did, but were much jollier than I. The Managers, in suits, were coaching their Servers, positively, while keeping their eyes on diners: an excellent system, expertly executed. Kudos! Our Server, Otto, was visibly overtaxed - too many tables? Too many hours? We'll never know. He never said a word of disparagement. My Bride and I have formerly worked in the Trade, and leave a lot of slack for these Human issues. Otto smiled, and kept attending to us, professionally and unfazed. Perhaps on Disco Nights he draws Combat Pay. The last time my Bride and I visited Carmine's Rosemont, it was a sad, foul February Tuesday Evening, something like 3*F outside. Inside, it was quiet and peaceful. And, on that Tuesday evening I had the best meal of my life - their Zuppa Di Mare. Tonight I had the Skirt Steak with Onion Straws. Both were magnificent, and I find it hard to discern "which was better?" I'm sticking with the Zuppa! With my birthday steak and the noise - I had sautéed spinach: so fresh I thought they grew it in the garden next to Runway 22L! At Carmine's (you select the City; they'll handle the rest!), their Quality of your meal is never an issue - it's EXCEPTIONAL. If it's not, they'll fix it for you. My Bride and I are very precise (and pleasant) when ordering, and have never had an issue. Bottom line,, folks - * Carmine's Rosemont is a 100% first/ world-class restaurant * ...with some architectural noise challenges that need addressing, stat * ... and because they are probably disallowed from tossing inebriated Road Apples on the runways, Management needs to develop an option for that, too. QUIET THAT JOINT DOWN, PLEASE! I will still attend and enjoy your fabulous chefs - but never again on a weekend. read more

This was our first visit. We came on Thanksgiving' Day. Cute inside. Our server was ok. The bread they give you before the meal was very good. The bruschetta was yucky because they put black olives in it. That's a no no!! The Thanksgiving day meal the one mushroom was fine. The little salad was OK. good size dinner. The mashed potatoes were cold. The sweet potato were bland needed butter and brown sugar. The stuffing was slimy. the turkey was pretty good. The cheese ravioli wasn't bad. The chocolate cake was good and the pumpkin pie was good, but I really needed whipped cream. But overall, we won't come back. read more

See all

I had a really disappointing experience at Carmine's Italian Restaurant in Rosemont, Illinois. From the moment we arrived, the service felt disorganized and unwelcoming, and it only got worse as the night went on. The biggest issue was the manager, Phil, who completely soured the experience. Instead of addressing concerns professionally, he was dismissive and rude, and made it clear that customer satisfaction wasn't a priority. Simple issues were brushed off, and his attitude turned what could have been a fixable situation into a frustrating one. The food was average at best, especially considering the price, and . When you're paying for an Italian restaurant with a reputation, you expect warmth and hospitality -- not irritation and indifference. There are plenty of better Italian spots in the area that actually value their customers. Unfortunately, because of how this visit was handled, I won't be returning to Carmine's. read more

Returned with high expectations but was disappointed. Sat at the bar and it was busy. Ordered an appetizer and a main dish. The main dish was served halfway through eating the appetizer. Asked them to take it back. When it returned, it was lukewarm and wasn't offered any pepper or Parmesan cheese. Food was okay, service was poor. I expected better. Not going back again. read more

WOW! I mean impressed all the way! Staff is very kind, love the ambience, food is amazing! I had the steak salad - the best!!! Our waiter gave the best service I think I've ever had. Kind, attentive; he was a wonderful server. Definitely going back!!! read more

Shame on you - management! What happened to this place ?! The food use to be delicious, the service is still very good but the food is awful. I think olive garden is better. I knew something was wrong when we walked in and it wasn't very busy, now I know why. You need to start making fresh good Italin food again. read more

Olive Garden with a price tag pasta came out in less than 5 minutes service mediocre at best read more

I had a good time here.... The food tasted good... the passion fruit cocktail was banging.... The eggplant tasted so good, my Pasta was fire... the waiter was also pleasant, good ambience.... I had a good time. read more

See all