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Chicken Parmesan with Citrus Linguini - Carmella’s Cucina Italiana, Hamilton, NJ

Carmella’s Cucina Italiana

4.7 (166)
$31 to $50
Italian
913 Cape May Ave, Hamilton, NJ 08330

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Carmella’s Cucina Italiana

4.7
$31 to $50
Italian
Mays Landing

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
At Carmella’s, every recipe has roots, every bite has soul, and every guest is treated like family.

Buon appetito, and welcome to our table!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Graber

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Carmella’s Cucina Italiana.

4.7

4.7
(166)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Atlantic

    Best Ambiance

  • Atlantic

    Neighborhood gem

  • Atlantic

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Carmella's Cucina Italiana offers a "beautiful venue" with "delicious" and "outstanding" food, highlighted by its BYOB policy and warm, welcoming service. Diners rave about the "fabulously created" dishes and "wonderful ambiance." Although parking can be limited, it's a "must" visit for exceptional Italian dining in SJ.
166 Reviews
  1. Gia

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 14, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely fantastic and so was service! My server Christine was very delightful and Hostess was very warm and welcoming. Highly recommend!!! It’s good for everyone and anyone!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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  2. Valerie Gold

    New Jersey104 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an excellent experience when we go here. Wait staff is always wry friendly and polite

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  3. valerie

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food & ambience were great. Our waitress was wonderful.

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  4. Rev David Gold

    Atlantic City18 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 7, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The chicken parm was dry and tasteless. Another guest had the same experience. The appetizers were good.

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  5. Lisa

    New Jersey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 4, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I was looking for fine Italian dining with BYOB, did some research and came across Carmella’s Cucina named after their grandmom. They have a display called every kitchen (Cucina) has a story and their love of food comes from Nina Carmella. Beautiful food, service and ambiance. Only 1.5 or so years old but really on their way to being a go-to. We were there for a 30th anniversary celebration, Party of 4. BYOB made the higher end entree prices worth it. We will be back!

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  6. Ken

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was all the my family and I hoped it would be. Everything was perfect. We can’t wait to go back.

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  7. Sherri

    Philadelphia11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chicken parm was excellent, a new fresh take with a side of lemon pasta!

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  8. patti Gold

    Philadelphia9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fabulous as usual and the atmosphere was perfect. Took our Aunt and Uncle to Celebrate 60 years. Was awesome!

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  9. Roger

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food with Great service ! This will be one of your favorite dining experiences !

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  10. Ginny

    Atlantic City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 13, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Third time at Carmella's and very enjoyable each time. The food was delicious and the service was great. We had a nice conversation with the owner's father. Looking forward to our next time there.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Graber

FAQs

Yes, Carmella’s is welcoming to families: guests describe it as a great environment for families, noting that "my kids loved the pizza, " and the restaurant has hosted family gatherings like baby 'sprinkles.'

Portions at Carmella’s are often described as generous, reviewers say dishes are plentiful, with several parties taking home leftovers and some entrees sized for sharing.

Carmella’s dining room is beautifully decorated and warmly welcoming, think white‑linen tables, a cozy, family‑style vibe, and attentive hosts who make guests feel at home.

Yes, Carmella’s is frequently recommended for a special evening, with guests praising its intimate, warmly decorated dining room and memorable anniversary dinners.

For a lively night out, try Friday or Saturday evening, guests report the restaurant fills up, with Saturday evenings especially bustling and popular.

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A photo of Carmella’s Cucina Italiana restaurant

Carmella’s Cucina Italiana

4.7
$31 to $50
Italian
Mays Landing

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
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