Innovative Italian sandwiches w/ unique twists. Think fried eggplant & whipped ricotta or a standout Jose Special. A must-try for bold flavors.
Will Hartman reviews Carmenta's, a Bushwick spot serving simple and delicious Italian sandwiches like the standout Dom G. and Prosciutto Cotto.
This Bushwick Italian spot is a haven for inventive and delicious sandwiches that go beyond the traditional. From the standout Dom G. with fried eggplant and whipped ricotta to the flavorful Prosciutto Cotto and hearty Jose Special with meatballs and eggplant, each bite is a culinary adventure. While the chicken parm is decent, it's the unique combinations and fresh ingredients that truly shine here, making it a must-try for sandwich aficionados.
This Italian spot is celebrated for its creative and high-quality sandwiches, moving beyond classic Italian fare. Standout options include the Dom G. with fried eggplant, sweet peppers, and whipped ricotta, and the Prosciutto Cotto with gruyere and pickled mustard seeds. The Jose Special, featuring meatballs and eggplant, is also a popular choice. While the chicken parm is considered good, it's not as highly recommended as their more unique offerings.
"Highly recommended are the Dom G. sandwich with fried eggplant, sweet peppers, and whipped ricotta, as well as the Prosciutto Cotto and the Jose Special loaded with meatballs and eggplant."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant, highlighting its inventive and delicious Italian sandwiches as a major draw. The food is consistently recommended, with specific dishes receiving high marks for flavor and quality.
Important Note
The dine-in seating is limited, and taking sandwiches to-go is often the preferred method of enjoyment. The chicken parm sandwich, while good, is not considered as exceptional as some of their other specialty offerings.
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Positive"The author highly recommends Carmentas in Bushwick for their spicy vodka pasta, expressing that they miss it after moving away."
Positive"This user loves Carmenta's and thinks it's worth trying, even if it's not exactly what the original poster is looking for."
Positive"This user stated that Carmenta's has the best chicken parm hero they've ever had."
Positive"The user recommended the chicken cutlet arugula pesto sandwich at Carmenta's in Bushwick."
Positive"Carmenta's in Bushwick was recommended."
Positive"This user highlights the Turkey and Salsa Verde Sandwich from Carmenta's in Bushwick, describing it as having sliced smoked turkey, salsa verde, mayo, red onion, and fried shallots."
Positive"Carmentas is recommended for its "ridic parms" (ridiculous parmigiana sandwiches) if the user is looking for something sandwich-y."
Positive"The user recommended Carmeneta's in Bushwick as a great spot for Italian sandwiches that aren't the classic Italian."
Positive"The user suggests that getting seats should be manageable, potentially with a wait during busy times."
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