Carino's Northern Italian Cuisine

4.3
665 reviews

About

Italian Restaurant

Location

Carino's Northern Italian Cuisine
9524 Blind Pass Rd # 5, St Pete Beach, FL
33706, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
665 reviews
5 stars
469
4 stars
79
3 stars
44
2 stars
24
1 star
49

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers consistently praised the food as authentic, delicious, and well-prepared, with standout dishes like chicken parm and veal osso buco.

Service Experience

While many reviews highlighted excellent and attentive service from staff like Ish and Hamid, there were notable complaints about pushy tipping practices and inconsistent service.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's cozy and intimate atmosphere, enhanced by live piano music, was frequently mentioned as a positive aspect of the dining experience.

Pricing Concerns

Some customers expressed dissatisfaction with high prices and unexpected service charges, leading to mixed feelings about value for money.

Inconsistent Experiences

While many patrons had wonderful experiences, a few reported significant issues with service and food quality, indicating variability in customer experiences.
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    Kim E
    Nov 9, 2025
    5.0
    Every dish at Carino’s was absolutely wonderful — full of flavor, creativity, and warmth. As a New Englander with great Italian heritage, I was so impressed by how authentic yet surprising each plate was. Johanna, our server, made the experience even better with her amazing recommendations and genuine kindness. She clearly knows the menu inside and out and made us feel so welcome from start to finish. We can’t wait to come back — both for the food and for Johanna’s incredible service! She makes the best espresso martinis too!
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    M M
    Nov 9, 2025
    5.0
    Being from New York, I always thought that I can never find good Italian food living in Florida. But Carino’s blew me away. I was on a first date and it was my dates bday and they made it special for her. Johanna was above and beyond and ask her for one of her espresso martinis!
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    Amy Vida
    Nov 8, 2025
    5.0
    We had a wonderful experience at Carino's last night. The food was amazing and the service was great. Carlos made the night special with his humor and recommendations. We chose the piano bar dining room and it was fabulous! We thoroughly enjoyed the music as we dined in a relaxing environment. Highly recommend!
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    Al and Anth
    Nov 8, 2025
    5.0
    Whether you’re a local, or just visiting the St.Pete Beach area, Carino’s is such a special restaurant to check out- especially when the Piano man is there! Who doesn’t love live music?! 🎹🎶 The menu is authentic and home-made giving this restaurant a cozy vibe. The staff is so friendly and makes dinner that much more enjoyable! 🍝
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    Marsha Moore
    Nov 6, 2025
    5.0
    Absolutely the best meal we have had on Treasure Island! We have been coming here for years and just discovered this lovely restaurant. The food was beyond delish and the servings very generous. Presentation was very nice and the waiter was attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. We walked in as strangers and left feeling like family. If I could give it 10 * I would!

Frequently Asked Questions About Carino's Northern Italian Cuisine

What are the regular dining hours at Carino's Northern Italian Cuisine?

Carino's Northern Italian Cuisine is open daily from 3:00 PM. On weekdays, it closes at 10:00 PM from Monday to Thursday and 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday, and 10:00 PM on Sunday.

Can I get delivery or takeout from Carino's Northern Italian Cuisine?

Yes, Carino's Northern Italian Cuisine offers both in-store pickup and delivery services during their operating hours, which generally run from 3:00 PM to around 9:30-10:30 PM.