All beef entrées are prepared medium unless otherwise specified
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Carmello's provides many options to ensure your event meets every expectation
Booking a Reservation
Once you have had the chance to review our service offerings, your next step is to contact Stephen, our general manager at 703-368-5522 or via email: stephen@carmellos.com. In order to reserve your date and time, a deposit of $750 is required. Your deposit is applied to your balance the day of your event. Save the date deposits are non-refundable. Your reservation can only be booked if you put down a deposit otherwise we cannot hold the room.
Hours of Operation
Our banquet rooms are available to rent between 11 am and 11 pm seven days a week. Carmello's is closed on the following days: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas
Food & Beverage Minimum
Monday & Tuesday
- First 2.5 Hours$1,500.00
- Additional$350.00
Sunday, Wednesday & Thursday
- First 2.5 Hours$750.00
- Additional$250.00
Friday & Saturday
- First 2.5 Hours$2,000.00
- Additional$500.00
Packages
Custom Package
Don't see anything that fits? We would be happy to customize a package specific to your needs. We are experienced in handling all types of events from wedding rehearsal dinners, showers, presentations, conferences, birthday, anniversary and holiday parties
Package One
$48 per person
Bread Basket
Plated Carmello's Garden Salad
Entrées (Choice of 2)
Sides (Choice of 2)
Dessert (Choice of 2)
Package Two
$58 per person
Appetizers (Choice of 3)
Bread Basket
Plated Salad (Choice of 2)
Entrées (Choice of 3)
Sides (Choice of 2)
Dessert (Choice of 2)
Package Three
$72 per person
Appetizers (Choice of 4)
Bread Basket
Plated Salad or Soup
Entrées (Choice of 3)
Sides (Choice of 2)
Desserts (Choice of 3)
Champagne or Cider Toast
Beverages
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Non-Alcoholic beverages including coffee, tea, soda, and water are included in all packages
Espresso, Cappuccino, and Latte Package
We offer an espresso, cappuccino, and latte package
- per person$9.00
Beer, Wine, and Liquor
Beer, Wine, and Liquor
The full range of Carmello's beer, wine and liquor offerings are available and are charged based on consumption. We will work with you to tailor your beverage offerings for your event
Appetizers
Bruschetta
Tomatoes marinated in olive oil with garlic and basil, served on crispy bread and topped with creamy feta cheese
Risotto Fritters
Risotto stuffed with mozzarella cheese lightly breaded and fried
Stuffed Mushrooms Fiorentina
Stuffed with spinach, bacon and pine nuts
Spitada de Camarao
Jumbo shrimp grilled and served in a lemon vinaigrette
Mini Beef Wellingtons
Puff pastry stuffed with filet tips, shallots and mushrooms, drizzled with demi-glace
Calamari Fritti
Lightly battered and fried squid
Salad Options
Portuguese Salad
Cucumbers, red onion, black olives, baby greens and sliced tomato with our Portuguese vinaigrette
Carmello's Garden Salad
Tomatoes, chickpeas, carrots and baby greens with a homemade creamy Italian dressing
Caesar Salad
Traditional Caesar salad with our homemade Caesar dressing accompanied with a crostini
Entrées
Lombo de Vaca
7 oz. Filet mignon grilled and served with a Madeira wine demi-glace with mushrooms
Lombo de Porco a Porto
Pork tenderloin wrapped in bacon with a peppercorn demi-glaze
Gamberi Griglia Genovese
Marinated jumbo shrimp, angel hair pasta, julienne vegetables, sundried tomatoes and pine nuts, sautéed and tossed in pesto wine sauce
Bacalhau Fiorentina
Pan seared fresh filet of cod on a bed of sautéed spinach with garlic white wine sauce
Salmon Maestro
Salmon, broiled and served with a champagne sauce with fresh herbs and a touch of lemon
Chicken Piedmontese
Chicken breast sautéed with Italian sausage, roasted peppers, and tomatoes with a white wine lemon butter sauce
Chicken Marsala
Chicken breast sautéed in a Marsala demi-glace with mushrooms
Veal Picatta
Medallions of fresh veal sautéed in a white wine lemon butter sauce garnished with capers
Paella Valenciana
Chouriço, chicken, calamari, clams, mussels with tomato saffron rice
Pasta Options
Ravioli alla Rose
Homemade lobster ravioli garnished with seasonal vegetables with a lobster cream sauce
Agnolotti con Pesto
Ricotta cheese and spinach stuffed agnolotti served with artichoke hearts in a pesto cream sauce
Sides
Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes
Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes
Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes
Penne Pasta with Marinara or Garlic Olive Oil
Seasonal Vegetables
Dessert
Chocolate Hazelnut Cake
Italian Tiramisu
New York Style Cheesecake
Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée
Fruit Salad
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can We Park?
Free street parking is available after 5 pm everyday and on weekends. Parking garage is located on Battle Street and Prince William Street one block away
When is Final Guest Count Due?
One week before your event. This number is the minimum that you will be charged for. If you have guests that aren't sure they can attend it is best to leave them out of this count. It is okay to add up to 4 people two days prior to your event, please notify your banquet coordinator as soon as possible
Children's Pricing and Menu
Pricing for children range from $8 - $12 per child. We have a full children's menu available
Tasting
We offer tastings at a cost of $24 per person for up to four guests. You may try up to 4 appetizers, 2 salad/soups, 3 entrées and 2 sides. Desserts are additional
Do You Have Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten Free Menu Items?
Yes, we can make individual items to suit dietary or allergy needs
Is My Save the Date Deposit Refundable?
No, save the date deposits are non-refundable
Can I Decorate the Room?
Decorations are limited to the tables. No confetti please. Nothing may be placed on the walls, the ceiling, or the credenza. We can take delivery of floral arrangements 24 hours in advance
How Many Hours Can We Reserve the Banquet Room?
As many as you like as long as you meet the food and beverage minimum
How Do You Reserve the Banquet Room?
Once you have had the chance to review our service offerings, the next step is to contact Sheila, our banquet coordinator and check for availability. In order to reserve your date and time, a deposit of $750 is required. The deposit is applied to your balance the day of your event. Save the date deposits are non-refundable. Your reservation can only be confirmed once a deposit is made to hold the room
Seating Arrangements?
Our standard set-up are rounds that seat 6-7 guests. Standard rehearsal dinner tables are ushaped, according to the amount of guests to be seated this may change
Can I Bring My Own Desserts?
Yes, as long as they are from a professional bakery. Cake cutting/plating fee is $2.50 per person
Can We Bring in Our Own Wine?
Yes, we have a $25 per 750 ml bottle corking fee
Music
We provide light background music. We do not allow DJ's, live bands or any amplified music