We chose this place for my wife's 33rd bday. We were looking at many other places in town but decided on Carmen because we felt tapas was the most date compatible way to have dinner and enjoy each other's company, especially since we had our little daughter, date nights have been on a slight hiatus as of late.
We reserved in advance (as I would recommend you do) and were initially seated at a table inside between two others which we weren't terrible pleased with but were quickly moved to one in the little garden out back... Much better.
The food was a mix of classic Spanish tapas as well as the kitchens own twist on things.
The drink menu is interesting albeit a little pricey, but hey!
The food is well prepared, fresh and rife with flavour. Graze your way through the menu and most of all don't be in a rush and do it with someone you like :)
It took us back to our vacation in Spain and made for a memorable night.