We walked in on a rainy Friday night around 7:30PM and were seated immediately. I really enjoyed the vibe of Carmella's; lighting was a little too dim maybe, but overall it felt genuine and pretty intimate. It felt like a great use of space. We sat in the back restaurant section, but we were given the option of sitting in the bar as well. I wasn't sure if this was an Italian themed restaurant or a lodge so I guess that was a tad bit confusing.
I ordered the hanger steak with yucca fries and I thought it was good - the price was definitely affordable for the taste, I appreciate that as I find some restaurants in Pittsburgh overprice steak simply because it's steak. The waitresses were friendly and helping at each other's tables. I wasn't in love with this place, maybe because for the theme the menu felt incredibly limited; however, the service is definitely why I'm giving this place a good rating. I'd come back to hang out in the bar because I liked the vibe, but not so sure about the food.