Carmelo's Italian Ristorante

07/20/2026

A New Look Is Coming! ✨
⭐️OPEN DURING THE NEW MAKEOVER PROCESS!

Please excuse our appearance as we put the finishing touches on an exciting remodel. We’re creating a space that’s designed to be classic, elegant, and welcoming—a place where every meal feels like a special experience. Thank you for your patience and continued support during this transformation. We can’t wait for you to see the beautiful new Carmelo’s very soon! ❤️🍷🍝

07/20/2026

🎉🎉HAPPY RETIREMENT TO OUR GM STEVE🎉🎉
Today, we celebrate someone who has been so much more than an employee—someone who became family. ❤️ Steve, your loyalty, dedication, and unwavering commitment for the last 7 years have helped shape Carmelo’s into what it is today. Thank you for every late night, every sacrifice, and for always treating this restaurant as if it were your own. We wish you a retirement filled with happiness, good health, and well-deserved relaxation. You will be deeply missed, but you’ll always have a home here at Carmelo’s. We love you and are forever grateful. ❤️🍷

07/10/2026

❤️Hospitality is about more than serving great food, it’s about creating a welcoming place for everyone.

✨✨At Carmelo’s, we welcome guests of all ages. While we always do our best to accommodate individual requests whenever possible, some moments are simply part of sharing a public space. We appreciate the understanding, patience, and kindness our guests show one another every day.

⭐️Thank you for helping us make Carmelo’s a place where everyone feels welcome!! We appreciate you so very much!

07/05/2026

Summer is better at Ortigia Cucina and Bar in downtown Punta Gorda! ☀️🍋

Join us at Ortigia Cucina & Bar all week long for delicious Italian favorites, handcrafted cocktails, and a welcoming atmosphere you’ll love. Whether you’re stopping in for a relaxing dinner, weekend drinks, or our authentic Sicilian Sunday pizzas, there’s always something to look forward to.

Thank you for supporting local—we truly appreciate every guest who walks through our doors. We can’t wait to share another great week with you! 💙🍷

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07/04/2026

🖤💛Make your summer evenings unforgettable at Carmelo’s. Treat yourself to the Ultimate Experience for Two—a carefully curated dinner featuring exceptional Italian cuisine, a bottle of wine, and our signature hospitality. Available Monday through Thursday, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a relaxing night out with someone special. 🍷🧀
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06/23/2026

⭐️🔵⭐️JOIN US AT OUR SISTER RESTAURANT

⭐️🔵Martini Tuesday at Ortigia! ✨🔵

🎉Join us every Tuesday for $10 Martinis all night long!
---> From our refreshing 🍃 Mint To Be and 🍓Strawberry Fields to our crowd-favorite ☕️Nitro Espresso Martini, there’s a flavor for everyone. 🍸

💕⭐️⭐️Pair your favorite martini with fresh, delicious food and enjoy the perfect downtown vibe. Gather your friends, sip, relax, and make Tuesday your new favorite night of the week.