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| - This is the second venture, I believe of the Carmine restaurants in town. They offer the most ridiculously amazing Italian around, along with a hot Italian serving staff to bring it to your table. I do remember both my boyfriend and my father telling me to shut my mouth and stop drooling over the busboys...there really is something about a restaurant with a cute staff that will keep you coming back! But, back to the food...there is an oyster bar, or a gelato bar, they have switched it back and forth a few times, but regardless, both are great for sitting and sharing a coffee and gelato, or oysters and some vino. What is best about Ventano's however, if it's after hours atmosphere. After the restaurant has cleared out for the evening, the bar remains open. It is a pretty standard bar, but they leave the patio seating that overlooks the city open. When it is a clear night you can see the entire strip, and look down on parts of Green Valley as well. The bartender will come check up on you while you are back there, so you don't even have to get up for drinks. It is a casual spot for a night out, without huge crowds and loud music. Instead, the crowd is minimal (if any) and the music is soft instrumentals. Go for the food, but stick around for a relaxing evening on the patio...pretty fun!
Recommended entre: I always get the gnocchi, but with marinara on the side.
Recommended drink: Ask you server what red wines are available, I have yet to go wrong with any of their picks.
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