Sometimes I get so mad at myself for missing out on things - and Carmella's falls into that category. How I just stumbled upon this gem now is beyond me, but I will right this wrong and return soon and likely frequently.
My friend and I were walking along East Carson killing time before we went to dinner and by chance popped into Carmella's. We sat at the bar and were immediately greeted by a very friendly and extremely knowledgeable bartender who schooled my friend on the various fruit infused vodkas and different options for cocktails. I just went straight to the WINE ON TAP! This, my friends, is no box of wine, but free flowing crisp fresh wine from a tap. And, bonus, it was happy hour so it was 25% off.
Due to our prearranged dinner plans elsewhere we only ordered an appetizer - the fried deviled eggs. The serving was two eggs, each sliced, allowing us each our own egg. I enjoyed it but would have liked a little more of the sauce that was on the plate. It was served on two cute little antique plates that you'd be most familiar from your Grandma's set of dishes.
The atmosphere here is great. The bartender described the owner's style as "American Picker" and that was dead on. Everywhere you look you'll find a cute little accent and treasure on the wall or perched on a shelf.
The dinner menu isn't very big but I have no doubt each dish is prepared wonderfully. I can't wait to come back and stay longer.