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Carmelo's Ristorante is a Fine Italian Restaurant in Downtown Austin, Texas. They serve Steaks, Seafood, Pasta & a Pinch of Amore! as they like to say. Carmelo's is located in a Historically designated building and yard. The court yard is also decorated with David Adickes Statues and the Restaurant is decorated with late artist Herb Mears Paintings. The atmosphere at Carmelo's Ristorante is Romantic with just the right lighting. Carmelo's is a great place to take your significant other for an intimate dinner.

The food at Carmelo's Ristorante is very good and shows a that they pay attention to detail in every thing from the preparation to the presentation. The first course that I ordered was the Tomato Caprese picture here. It is tomatoes topped with Buffalo Mozzarella, olive oil, and fresh basil. It is a bit expensive, but it is quite good. For the second course we ordered the Steak Diane. The Steak Diane is a tableside Flambé of Filet Mignon sautéed in garlic butter, mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, and brandy and is served with Fettuccine Alfredo. Carmelo's Ristorante also offers a Pastry Cart with a variety of sinful cakes and other desserts. The Deserts are prepared fresh and beautifully decorated and brought to your table.

I recommend Carmelo's Ristorante especially for a Romantic dining experience. Carmelo's is expensive, but they make up for that in taste, service, and presentation.