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Carmella's

716 N. Casaloma Drive, Appleton, WI 54913
(920) 882-4044
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Ranked #5 of 228 restaurants in Appleton
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Dessert
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Northern Wisconsin
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW via mobile

I stopped in here with my husband and my "hard to please" brother and sister-in-law from California. It was 7:30 on a Monday night and they were packed! After a short wait we were seated and immediately had water and a server who announced that it was her first night. Yikes! Well, this young lady was well trained, attentive, and... More

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Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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45 reviews 45 reviews
32 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Many choices on the menu. Waitstaff was very informative when questions were asked regarding menu items. Good service. We ate lunch here and was not disappointed. A little on the pricier side for the location of the restaurant (in a strip mall), but we would definitely return.

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Appleton, Wisconsin
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

I used to love this restaurant. I then went on a Friday night and was told that it would be a 90 minute wait. I then looked down on the list, and saw that there were several names with a box around the names and VIP written next to their names. Please remember that this is Appleton WI, not NYC... More

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Combined Locks, Wisconsin
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90 reviews 90 reviews
52 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Carmela’s continues to be the premier eateries in the Fox Valley. Despite its inauspicious location, the food is outstanding. My wife always orders the chicken parm and is never disappointed. I like to experiment with one of the daily specials and am extremely satisfied. True, the prices are a little higher than some other restaurants in the Valley, but so... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

We went to Carmeiia's for lunch and had such a wonderful meal we went back for dinner the same day. It was the best meal I have ever eaten. The service is top notch and everyone so friendly and helpful with picking out a superb meal. This place will always be a stop I make. When I'm in Appleton.

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Woodstock, Georgia
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34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013 via mobile

Well rounded menu. Food is really high quality. The service is really friendly too. I love their arugula salad. I tried their panini, a little on the greasy side

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Los Angeles
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14 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Don't mind the outside appearance of this Bistro or its chain store neighbors. This is a locally owned and very well-run restaurant. Indeed, the fact that dining in Appleton is fairly grim definitely elevates one's perception of food quality and atmosphere at Carmella's. However, this little gem holds a well-deserved designation as Appleton's darling. Pasta is cooked perfectly al dente.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013 via mobile

We've eaten at Carmella's twice and have not been disappointed. The food is excellent, the wine selection is excellent and we've had great service both times. This has become our "must-visit" restaurant when in Appleton.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013 via mobile

We ate here as a couple and absolutely were impressed! I had been here before but came with my husband this time. The food was amazing. I was glad I tried something new cause now I have a new favorite! I thought they had a great selection of wine although we only got a chance to try two. We came... More

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Menasha, Wisconsin
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

We ate at Carmella's several times now and enjoyed it very much basically every single time. The last time we went was for my graduation dinner. I made a reservation about a week ago and requested to be on the outside porch if possible. They cannot guarantee a spot, but they gave it to me when the day came without... More

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