Restaurants in LoDo
Carmine's on McGregor Square
Things to Know
Carmine's is an Italian restaurant on McGregor Square known for handmade pasta and family-style portions, featuring house-made limoncello and a strong wine selection.
Reviewers consistently praise the fresh pasta dishes and garlic bread, though service quality varies significantly depending on your server and group size.
- ✓House-made limoncello shots are a must-try signature item
- ✓Handmade ravioli specials (fig ravioli, chicken and cheese) consistently impress
- ✓Garlic bread with oil dip is a standout appetizer
- ✓Extensive wine selection with knowledgeable bar staff
- ✓Family-style portions are generous and shareable
- ⚠Inconsistent food temperature and saltiness issues reported by some diners
- ⚠Service quality varies dramatically between servers, with some being dismissive or inattentive
- ⚠Premium pricing may not match food quality for some guests
- ⚠Uneven attention when serving larger groups at one table
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Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM
What Visitors Say
Bobbi Allen
a month ago
Delicious food and great service. The veal parmesan was prepared to perfection. We tried the Ravioli special which was a chicken and cheese with a spicy marinara, yummmm. Had never had a chicken Ravioli so went for something different and was not disappointed. The shrimp scampi was also tasty. We unfortunately forgot to take photos of the Amazing garlic bread omg I could eat that every day. Hahaha. Thank you Josh for such wonderful service and suggestions. That Lemoncello shot is sheer perfection, a must try as it is made in house. And Arthur we appreciate all your help! Definitely returning!!!
Holly Medina
3 months ago
Not impressed what so ever. Food was sub par cold and salty. The Cesar salad had so much garlic it made it spicy and way too much anchovies. This place is too expensive for pasta and their family style bullshit. The chicken parmesan had probably 1/2 inch of cheese that was also cold and too salty. My group spent $1100 there and service wasn't good one side of the table got more attention then the other and if the server couldn't handle they should of divided the responsibility. I wont go there again.
George Bell
4 months ago
We just spent a weekend here and we liked this place so much we came back a second time. We absolutely loved the special: a fig ravioli! Also, the garlic bread was a real treat! I loved the oil dip for it. The bar service was excellent, with a huge wine selection that was fabulous. I went with the Lagone red blend. We very much enjoyed the conversation with the employees, and I highly recommend trying their house made limoncello! We’re coming back this summer, and I guarantee we’re going to go here again!
Celeste Crosbie
5 months ago
The food was great, but our server was very rude. I ordered a family-sized portion of ravioli for just myself. I was pretty hungry and was familiar with the size of this dish having visited Carmine’s before. I was confident that I would be able to finish it, or at least enjoy the leftovers. However, our server was very rude to me about it. He argued with me about my decision to order the family sized portion, even made a few snide remarks about it (what kind of server argues with a person for wanting to order more food!? I felt like I was in an episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm). It was extremely disrespectful and highly unprofessional; It made the rest of our dining experience very uncomfortable. P.S. I did finish the entire plate, and in less than 10 minutes, too.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carmine's on McGregor Square worth it in LoDo?
Reviewers consistently praise the fresh pasta dishes and garlic bread, though service quality varies significantly depending on your server and group size. Known for: family-style italian with house-made limoncello.
What do visitors love about Carmine's on McGregor Square?
House-made limoncello shots are a must-try signature item Handmade ravioli specials (fig ravioli, chicken and cheese) consistently impress Garlic bread with oil dip is a standout appetizer Extensive wine selection with knowledgeable bar staff Family-style portions are generous and shareable
Is there anything to know before visiting Carmine's on McGregor Square?
Inconsistent food temperature and saltiness issues reported by some diners Service quality varies dramatically between servers, with some being dismissive or inattentive Premium pricing may not match food quality for some guests Uneven attention when serving larger groups at one table
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