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GENERAL INFORMATION
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Take out notice: we are currently unable to accommodate Take out orders.
RESERVATIONs
Attention: All tables will be booked in 1 hour 30 minute blocks.
Example: A 6 pm reservation will need to be cleared and reset by 7:30 pm for the next party
. No shows will be auto canceled after 10 minutes due to these constraints.
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We currently only take reservations online using Yelp Reservations.
Online availability is accurate and bookings go quickly weeks to months in advance. Reservation demand has been very high.
The maximum seating size is 6. We cannot accomodate 7, or multiple bookings.
Note: Please only call if you need to modify your reservation or cancel. We cannot take reservations over the phone.
Yelp Reservations:
Carmelina’s is traditional Sicilian comfort food with a Mediterranean twist from Executive Chef Damien DiPaola and Chef di Cucina Michael Hollenkamp.
Carmelina’s opened in 2012 and is located on Hanover Street in the heart of Boston's famous Little Italy (a.k.a The North End). Since then, Chef DiPaola has transformed old family recipes from his family’s best dishes, into modern Italian cuisine with equal parts fresh pasta and seafood.
Carmelina’s interior is designed as an open kitchen, reflecting a mother-approved cooking space. Family photos decorate the walls, adding a touch of home. The small space offers an intimate dining experience and diners can watch their dishes come together from beginning to end. During the summer months retractable front walls allow for open-air dining.
Carmelina’s is proud to be recognized in Yelp’s 7th Annual Top 100 Places to Eat list, honoring the top rated and most popular eateries across the US.
A special thanks goes out to our dedicated team that made our twist on traditional Italian a reality.
And of course, we would love to share the hard work and passion we’ve put in to achieving this honor with you. Be sure to visit us soon!
LOCATION
The North End
307 Hanover St.
Boston, MA 02113
Phone
HOURS
Open Daily
11:30am -10:00 pm
PARKING
We validate for Haymarket Center Garage. Garage entry located at 136 Blackstone St. $1 per hour up to 3 hours max.
Most evenings there is a local 3rd party valet stand across the street from us
A number of pay lots on commercial street such as “Sargent’s wharf parking.”
Featured
*Request-
Please order your complete meal when ready- starting with appetizers. We will course line as desired- Having one ticket per table will help our chefs tremendously.
We are a very small restaurant -
Tables are strictly booked in 1 hr 30 minute increments. To avoid reservation conflicts we kindly ask that when your meal is finished, please let us clear the table for the following guests. There are a number of beautiful cafes in the area to continue the night and great conversation.
Note-
our waitstaffs livelihood is a tip based income. If you were satisfied with your service please remember to take care of the waitstaff. Thank you kindly for your patronage - and enjoy your meal.
Vino Bianco
$14
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$45
1. Pinot Grigio, Corte Pitora, Veneto, Italy
Dry w/ hints of fruit, gentle and well balanced, easy to drink. Pairings include: exploding clams, pesce pistachio , risotto.
$14
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$45
$14
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$45
2. Sauvignon Blanc,Villa Locatelli, Friuli, Italy
Typical bouquet of elderflowers, nettle, gooseberries and freshness. Lively taste with long mineral finish.
$14
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$45
$18
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$55
4. Sancerre, Domaine Fournier, Loire Valley,France
Well balanced acidity, fruit forward and minerality. Aromatic and smooth flavor. Great with spicy shrimp, carpaccio, beet salad.
$18
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$55
$26
6. Moscato d’asti, Viette, Italy 375ml. Only available by the half bottle.
Our sweetest white. A 375ml personal bottle. Delicately sweet and sparkling with notes of peach and apricot, complex and refreshing. The grapes are sourced from small vineyards in Castiglione.
$26
$14
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$45
9. Chardonnay, Black Stallion, Napa Valley, California
opens with aromas of yellow pear, jasmine and hint of oak. The flavors are tantalizing notes of citrus, chamomile, orange blossom and brown butter.
$14
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$45
$14
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$45
12. Rose, La Spinetta, Italy
On the nose there are aromas of fresh rose, red fruits such as wild strawberries and raspberries, while the sip is fresh, of medium persistence.
$14
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$45
$14
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$45
14. Ciro Bianco, Baroni Capoano, Calabria, Italy
Greco Bianco from Calabria. Notes of apricot and tropical fruits with a nice balance of acidity and tannin. Pairs well with the exploding clams, pesce pistachio, garlic shrimp, or frutti di mare.
$14
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$45
VINO ROSSO – RED WINE
$15
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$45
25. Saliato, Chiorri, Umbria, Italy
18 months of french oak, a blend of 70% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet. Fruit and floral notes of raspberry and cherry. Slightly dry. Crazy alfredo, Ahi tuna, carbonara, capricciose, pork chop, chicken parm.
$15
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$45
$15
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$45
29. Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy
Elegance and richness with its red cherries, mint, rosemary and rose notes. The Rubiolo is a vibrant fruit-driven wine. Great with rollati, Sunday macaroni, pan roasted chicken.
$15
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$45
$15
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$45
30. Cabernet Sauv, Requiem, Columbia Valley, Washington
Excellent award-winning cab, densely layered and substantial. This bottling delivers generous blackberry and black currant notes, wrapped around a vibrant core of acidity. Lively on the palate. Great with mushroom rigatoni, chicken milanese, Sunday macaroni.
$15
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$45
$15
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$45
32. Pinot Noir, Neilson, Santa Barbera, Ca
Opening notes of brambly red fruit and cherry , mingling with hints of rose petals and leading to an attractive freshness on the palate
$15
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$45
$16
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$50
33. Barbera D’asti,Prunotto, Piemonte, Italy
Intense ruby red color, boasts aromas of red fruits black berries and a hint of spice, on the palate it is well balanced with juicy dark fruit flavors and a smooth finish
$16
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$50
$15
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$45
34. Sangiovese, Moma, Cesari , Emilia Romagna, Italy
Sangiovese, Cab, Merlot blend dry full body red wine
$15
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$45
$15
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$45
40. Aglianico, Masseria Frattasi, Campania, Italy
A bold dark red. Aromas of blackberries, blueberries, and jams of red cherries. The Aglianico vine is one of the oldest known to exist and a very special variety. Great with Sunday macaroni, mushroom rigatoni and chicken parm.
$15
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$45
$15
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$45
41. Nebbiolo, Marco Bonfante, Piemonte, Italy
Ruby red, hints of spice and truffle. Dry and elegant. A well rounded and full bodied variety. Penne gorgonzola, crazy alfredo, carbonara.
$15
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$45
$20
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$65
42. Gattinara, Travaglini, Piemonte, Italy
Limited production Nebbiolo by the Travaglini family. Deep ruby red in color, aromas of red fruit, blackberry, plum and vanilla. Full bodied palate. Great with carbonara, penne capricciose.
$20
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$65
$14
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$45
43. Montepulciano, Trinita, D’Abruzzo, Italy
36 Months of Aging. One of our most full bodied offerings. Well balanced, warm, loud upfront vanilla followed by chocolate whispers over blueberry and boysenberry, fruits. Tannic tones. Brasato, meatballs, Sunday Macaroni.
$14
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$45
$125
45. Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, California 1,000 ML Large Bottle
The premier of cabs. Enticing Aromas of fresh black cherry, burnt sugar, and slight smokiness. On the palate, flavors evolve with vanilla, ripe dark fruits, roasted coffee & slight nuances of spice. This full bodied wine rounds out with supple tannins that are brightened with a touch of acidity for a perfect balance.
$125
$65
46. IL Bruciato, Antinori, Tuscany, Italy
A Super Tuscan Cab-Syrah. Intense ruby red in color. Enticing with notes of currants, blackberries, and delicate hints of vanilla and sweet spices. Excellent harmony on the palate where a fruity finish dominates and imparts. Easy drinkability for a higher end variety.
$65
$65
48. Barbaresco, Piazzo, Piemonte, Italy
100% Nebbiolo. Dried and full bodied palate. Well structured with a long and aromatic finish, hint of rose petals and violets. Roasted meats, risottos, penne gorgonzola.
$65
$75
50. Barolo, Marco Bonfante, Piemonte - Italy
Aged in French barrels, this Barolo is dry and delicate. Full bodied. Sunday macaroni, pork chop, crazy alfredo, penne gorgonzola.
$75
$70
51. Amarone, Bennati Elite, Veneto, Italy
Full body red, fruit forward. Smooth. Licorice braced with floral notes and hints of chocolate and spice. Great with brasato or creamy sauces.
$70
$90
52. Brunello Di Montalcino, Poggio, Tuscany
dark berries , medium bodied,with firm tannins that are polished and juicy, hints of ash and spice fuel this well structured wine
$90
Sparkling
$12
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$35
Prosecco, Cavicchioli 1928, Treviso, Italy
Extra dry features , pale straw yellow color and intense aromas of candied fruits and sweet flowers, fresh and delicate taste with aromatic finish
$12
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$35
$15
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$45
Gualtieri Lambrusco Secco, Emilia Romagna, Italy
Intense purple color, dry and balanced with excellent body, pairs well with risotto peas and prosciutto, Crazy Alfredo , Brasato, Bolgnese
$15
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$45
Beer
$9
Peroni (11 oz. Can)
$9
$9
Whalers American pale ale (12 oz can)
$9
PROSECCO COCKTAILS $12
Peach Bellini
Prosecco and peach nectar
Mimosa
blood orange juice and prosecco
Caprisecco
Limoncello and prosecco
Peachcello
Peach liquor and prosecco
Red Sangria
Aperol Spritz
aperol, prosecco, splash of club soda
BEVERAGES (WE DO NOT CARRY SODA) $5
San Pellegrino Sparkling Limonata
San Pellegrino Sparking Aranciata
Acqua Panna
Pellegrino
SIDES & SALADS
$10
House Salad
organic mesclun greens, balsamic dressing
$10
$14
Roasted Beet Salad
thinly sliced red beets, lemony arugula, aged balsamic, goat cheese, pistachio.
$14
$10
Simple Arugula Salad
fresh lemon juice, xvoo, oil cured olives, shaved parmigiano
$10
$12
Caesar
Romaine hearts, house caesar dressing, croutons, pecorino, marinated Sicilian white anchovy.
$12
$16
Caprese
Maplebrook farms Burrata, fresh basil pesto, Sicilian sweet and sour caponatina, balsamic. *contains nuts
$16
$16
Angus Beef Carpaccio
Thinly sliced tenderloin, lemon dressed arugula, cacio e Pepe aioli, toasted pignoli, pecorino.
$16
SIDES TO SHARE $10
Risotto Milanese
Saffron, parmigiano
Rapi Greens
Sautéed w/garlic
APPETIZERS | PIATTINI
$22
Tuna Arrabbiata
seared rare sashimi grade ahi, mandoline potatoes, sweet and hot peppers, moroccan olive dressing
$22
$28
Lamb Lollipops
Two pistachio encrusted Australian rack chops, mint pesto, fruit macedonia. 14 per additional pop by request
$28
$17
Fried Calamari
fresh R.I. calamari, cherry peppers.
$17
$14
Mimmos baked meatballs
Basil, tomato sauce, parmigiano
$14
$17
Mussels Fra Diavolo
mussels steamed in a spicy, garlicy marinara sauce
$17
$17
Mussels Bianco
Steamed wild mussels in a white wine, garlic, lemon broth.
$17
$18
Garlic Shrimp in the Pan
shrimp sautéed with razor sliced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, lemon
$18
$20
Spicy Shrimp
shrimp sautéed with garlic and capers, spicy tomato sauce, and tossed with capellini pasta
$20
$22
"Exploding" Little Neck Clams
popped open with garlic, cherry tomatoes, touch of hot chile
$22
$15
Baby Eggplant
ovals of fried sweet japanese eggplant with tomato sauce, morsels of parmesan, and basil
$15
$15
Butternut squash risotto
Brown butter, sage, finished with smoked mozzarella
$15
PASTA E RISOTTO
$50
Lobster Ravioli Fra Diavolo
Freshly shucked Maine lobster filled ravioli, spicy tomato vodka sauce, tiger shrimp. One of our top sellers.
$50
$38
Sunday Macaroni
meatballs, Sulmona sausage, and beef rib in a savory tomato sauce, dollop of whipped ricotta, homemade penne. served every day.
$38
$35
Frutti di Mare
large shrimp, calamari, clams, and mussels in a light fragrant tomato sauce with capellini.
$35
$30
Scampi
Tiger shrimp sautéed w/ garlic and capers in a white wine lemon sauce, tossed with capellini.
$30
$28
Chicken Parm
Why not?! Romano, Fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, penne
$28
$25
Crazy Alfredo
chicken, sausage, soppressata, sweet roasted red peppers, in a spicy alfredo sauce, fettuccine.
$25
$26
Bolognese
All day slow simmered veal, pork and beef, 24hr stock, tossed w/ fettuccine, topped w/ whipped ricotta
$26
$32
Spaghetti with Littleneck Clams
Fresh clams popped open in a white wine lemon sauce. *can be made in a red sauce if requested.
$32
$30
Tonno Siciliano
slices of rare sashimi grade tuna, parmigiano, sautéed cherry tomatoes, ground pistachio, w/ fusilli.
$30
$26
Rollati
Fresh pasta sheets rolled with pistachio ricotta, imported mortadella*, spinach, backed in pistachio cream. (Note- this dish is not vegetarian)
$26
$24
Puttanesca
Spicy Roman tomato sauce with garlic capers anchovy and calamata olives.
$24
$25
Bronx Tale
Mimmo's meatballs and Sulmona sausage, slow cooked tomato sauce, tossed with penne.
$25
$24
Carbonara
sulmona cured pancetta, made the real way.
$24
$24
Gnocchi Sorrentina
Fresh potato dumplings, pomodoro, topped with stracciatella di Bufala.
$24
$24
Wild Mushroom Penne
cremini, shiitake, oyster mushrooms, sautéed w/ roasted garlic, sage,vegetable stock finished w/ sweet butter and topped with toasted breadcrumbs, parmigiano.
$24
$24
Penne Gorgonzola
Gorgonzola Dolce, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, roasted garlic, Parmigiano, cream
$24
$24
Penne Capricciose
spinach, roasted red peppers, roasted garlic, tomato cream sauce.
$24
$24
Fusilli Pesto
Genovese basil pesto, toasted pignoli nuts, stracciatella di bufala.
$24
Additional Entree
$34
Pesce Pistachio
Line caught, sustainable Icelandic cod with garlic/pistachio crust and deep blood orange-saffron sauce, Served w/ a mandolined potato and roasted veg.
$34
$34
Pesce al Forno
Line caught, sustainable Icelandic cod roasted with garlic, xvoo, served atop rapi greens .
$34
$25
Pan Roasted Chicken Breast
garlic and rosemary, artichoke hearts, served aside lemony arugula salad
$25
$30
Pollo Cardinale
Julienn chicken , mushrooms, prosciutto, sweet Marsala wine sauce , smoked mozzarella
$30
$34
Brasato
Beef short rib, slowly braised, tender and juicy, atop risotto milanese.
$34
$30
Veal Saltimbocca
Veal rolled with prosciutto, pine nut sage pesto, spinach, and aged provolone, red wine and roasted red pepper Demi glacé.
$30
$25
Chicken Milanese
panko encrusted, lightly fried, lemony arugala salad, heirloom cherry tomatoes.
$25
*****We Do Not offer coffee or dessert. Please try our local bakeries and gelatorias after your meal. They are the true after dinner professionals and we believe in experiencing all The North End has to offer! Grazie.*****
*****3% kitchen Appreciation fee*****
As you all know by now, the cost of everything is skyrocketing. All the products that we use at Carmelinas have increased in cost dramatically. As an alternative to raising prices, we are suggesting a 3% kitchen appreciation fee that goes directly to our kitchen staff.
This fee supports our kitchen staff’s hard work.
This appreciation fee does not represent a tip, gratuity, or service charge for our front of house staff.
The fee will be applied to each in-house dining bill to allow our kitchen staff to share in the restaurant’s success.
We implemented the fee to keep up with the increased cost of living.
Most importantly, this fee goes straight to the kitchen staff. As opposed to a general price increase that would not benefit them as directly.
The fee is voluntary. If you wish to not pay it, please let your server know and we will be happy to remove it for you.
Thank you for your continued patronage and support.
BOSTON (CBS) — There are few foods that will warm you up like a big bowl pasta, and whether it’s smothered with tomato sauce, tossed in gorgonzola cream, or loaded with chicken, sausage, peppers and alfredo, nobody does Italian comfort food like Carmelina’s.