Carino's Italian Caffe

The food at Carino's Italian Caffe is outstanding, and the staff provide exceptional service.

We had initially intended to visit another restaurant, but it was closed for two weeks due to a family vacation, so we chose this place instead as a backup. The food was decent, but not impressive enough to make me want to return. I'm looking forward to trying the other restaurant I visited in March instead.

The food, ambiance, and service were exceptional. We organized a gathering for 17 people and indulged in appetizers, amazing cocktails, and wine, complemented by generous main courses that featured homemade bread and house salads. This place is a hidden gem that you absolutely shouldn’t overlook. There are also plenty of vegetarian options available, including gnocchi, eggplant, and various pasta dishes. Visualizza piatti

I recently dined at a Northern Italian restaurant near St. Pete Beach and had a delightful experience. The food and service were both excellent. I began with tortellini in brodo, which was delicious, followed by a fantastic Caesar salad topped with anchovies. For my main course, I enjoyed Snapper Livornese, lightly breaded and served in a flavorful sauce made with olives, capers, garlic, and a light tomato base. I also paired my meal with a half carafe of Montepulciano red wine, which was surprisingly good for a house wine. The service was outstanding, and I can't wait to return soon!

I don’t usually write reviews, but the food at Carino’s Italian Caffe was so incredible that I had to share. The eggplant parmesan was exceptional—easily one of the best I’ve ever had, ranking in my top three! As someone from New Jersey, I know how hard it is to find truly authentic flavors, and this restaurant nailed it. The prices were very reasonable too; I paid $21 for a full meal including pasta, salad, and bread. I ordered through Uber Eats, and the food arrived hot and well-packaged to prevent any spills. I’d give this place a perfect 10/10 and will definitely be ordering again!

When the bill arrived, I was charged $45 for the fish and $8.95 for a glass of house cabernet. After tax and an automatic 18% gratuity, the total came to $68.52, which was $28.52 after subtracting the $40 Groupon. Previously, the most I had paid for sea bass was $34, which added to my disappointment. I recommend that others using Groupon either choose items from the fixed-price menu or inquire about the prices of specials before mentioning the Groupon discount. I honestly felt taken advantage of, both in terms of pricing and by receiving a poor imitation of sea bass. As a local resident, I do not plan to return. Visualizza piatti

I had an amazing experience at Carino's Italian Caffe. The homemade bread arrived warm, perfectly crispy on the outside and soft, melting in my mouth on the inside. The salad was fresh and paired wonderfully with a flavorful homemade Italian dressing that wasn’t too spicy. I ordered the chicken parmigiana, and it was flawless—clearly, the chefs know how to bring out the best flavors without overpowering the dish. My daughter had the angel hair pasta with meat sauce, which I tasted and found delicious, with just the right amount of zest. The prices are very fair for such high-quality food. Carino’s will definitely be a top choice for our next visit!

For our main courses, we selected two veal dishes: the Veal Carino with mushrooms and artichoke hearts, and the classic Osso Bucco. Both were culinary masterpieces. As a wonderful surprise for my wife's birthday, they brought out fresh cream puffs drizzled with dark chocolate sauce. Of course, we had to savor cappuccino, Frangelico, and espresso with sambuca to round off our meal. This was one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. Without a doubt, it was the finest meal we've enjoyed since moving here over three years ago, and we will definitely be back soon to explore more of the menu. Every dish was prepared with care and love, and you could truly taste it. Thank you for an unforg...

My overall experience at this restaurant was terrible. The food was mediocre and overpriced, and the service was quite poor. Our waiter was very inattentive; we waited over an hour for our food. He didn’t inform us about additional hidden charges and was constantly trying to upsell us, which led us to say no multiple times just to end the conversation. After ordering drinks, we waited 30 to 40 minutes for them to arrive, despite the restaurant not being busy. To top it off, it took him an hour to bring us the bill after we requested it. He also misplaced our credit card for 20 minutes after giving us the wrong bill and having to correct it. The entire experience was frustrating. We sat down... Visualizza piatti