Carlos's has great traditional Italian food. Reservations are only taken for parties of 6 or more or on holidays. Reasonable prices, big portions. You will probably have to wait for a table on the weekends, but it's worth it. Also, be prepared to search for a parking spot. All in all a great spot for a delicious meal.

Best Italian food I've had in awhile... and the staff is super friendly and engaging. The food is amazing and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming.

Don't be fooled by the glowing reviews on this site! My wife and I went there at 6:30pm on a Thursday night. It already seemed strange that most of the tables were empty, whereas the other highly-reviewed Italian restaurants had people waiting when we called to ask. Anyway, I had a veal dish with a shrimp topping, and the veal... More

Visiting friends wanted Italian food. I really wanted to avoid the North End. It's expensive and there is often better Italian food elsewhere, like at Carlo's! A lot of variety on the menu--I had a wonderful eggplant parm. Our waiter was very funny and helpful and, more importantly, provided excellent service. Yes, it's small and crowded, thus noisy, but out... More

The food is great and the staff is terrific. Carlo and/ or his wife, Irene, are normally there and fully involved in the happenings. Delicious, fresh bruschetta and all manner of dishes. Great veg. dish is the homemade cheese ravioli with pomodoro sauce. Fish is always fresh. Go.

Because I live nearby, I seldom eat in the dining room but Carlo's is the first choice for large family gatherings when I don't cook and bring in food. Actually, my family would prefer that we always have Carlo's food rather than mine. A sheet of lasagna, veal or chick parm are always a hit. My orders have alwasy been... More

Situated on a block of many ethnic restaurants in Allston, Ma., Carlo's is a small, very popular restaurant with a delicious menu. Late in the evening, you will find a long line but it is worth the wait. From the Antipasto to the pasta to the Entrees there are few things on the menu you will not want to try.... More

I was pleasantly surprised by this cozy Italian bistro in an unlikely place. I would have never found this spot if it were not chosen by a friend who dines there often. The food at Carlos is excellent, the service was friendly and efficient and we left very full. I recommend the eggplant appetizer, the fresh antipasto and the chicken... More

Three girlfriends and I shared a wonderful girls' night out at Carlo's last night. Our waiter, Gaetano, greeted us with his warm Sicilian salutations and that set the tone for the evening. After a delicious meal and a round (or two) of lemoncello, we were sad to leave our little Italian oasis. It was as if we had taken a... More