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Angelo Salamanca, whose father is from Sicily, opened Carmine's Café in March 2008. He named
the restaurant after his beloved grandfather and renovated it into a welcoming and relaxing
Italian themed facility that seats 50. Angelo put his years of restaurant experience and
love of authentic cuisine together to create a unique restaurant that was unlike any Ocala
had ever seen before.
The traditional music played softly in the background, casual dining atmosphere and hospitable
staff creates an experience that you are sure not to forget. Carmine's serves up a delectable
variety of luscious Italian cuisine crafted from the finest and freshest ingredients from
local sources following an age old philosophy. Whether your palate is craving crisp salad,
homemade pasta or juicy chicken dishes, you will never be disappointed. Their signature
dish is Grouper Livornese, featuring a mouth-watering mix of onions, capers and black olives in
a light marinara sauce over angel hair pasta or the Spaghetti Puttanesca, with spaghetti
sautéed with black olives, capers, chopped onions, garlic and anchovies. And pairing
your meal with some of the best wines from Italy and other parts of the world is easy
with Carmine's top shelf wine and beverage selections.
Originally from Fort Lauderdale, Angelo moved to Ocala eight years ago. Inspired by his
family's restaurant in New York, Angelo set out to bring the family business to Florida.
The result was a superb dining facility where locals get to enjoy original dishes and are
treated like family. Families, retired couples and everyone in between loves walking through
Carmine's Café's doors and sitting down to a homemade meal fit for a king. Angelo expressed
what truly makes him feel successful is "when people tell me thank you for the delicious
food and wonderful atmosphere." He strives to offer a complete dining experience where
people not only enjoy unforgettable food, but feel like they are one of the family.
Angelo, a proud father of three, loves watching soccer in his spare time. He also is committed
to his community and participates in many local fundraisers, donations and gives gifts
to local charities and churches for meals.
When you find Carmine's Café, you'll immediately fall in love.