Carmelo Greco — Restaurant in Frankfurt

Carmelo Greco, Frankfurt/M. » My (last) visit: June 2023 » Total score: 4.2/5 » In a nutshell: I would say that the gourmet restaurant met my high expectations quite well.

My ratings for this gourmet restaurant in detail:

●● Service: • Hospitality, friendliness, obligingness, etc.: 4.7/5 • Mood/atmosphere, etc.: 4.7/5

●● Food: • Flavors (range, depth, composition, harmony/balance, etc.): 4.5/5 • Level (thoroughness, craftsmanship, exclusivity, variety of impressions, consistency/diversity of styles, etc.): 4.5/5 • Choices: 4.8/5

●● Beverages, mainly the wines: • Taste (depth/range, length, complexity, balance, accessibility, elegance, intensity/subtlety, etc.): 4.5/5 • Level (variety/novelty of impressions, consistency/diversity of styles, exclusivity, etc.): 4.4/5 • Did the beverages (mainly wines) match the dishes?: 4.4/5 • Choices: 3.4/5

●● Presentation of the food: • Textures and (differences in) temperatures: 3.4/5 • Colors and decorations: 3.5/5 • Timing and sequencing as well as sizes of portions: 3.8/5 • Special effects (positionings, DIY-effects, sculptural or thematic elements, surprises, color and motion effects, fake effects, olfactory effects, fog or smoke effects, etc.): 4.5/5 • Procedures at and around the table (attunements and explanations, elements added/changed, service and staffing intensity, involvement of kitchen team, orchestrated dish presentations, preparations and dishes (partially) built up at the table, etc.): 3.9/5

●● Presentation of beverages, mainly the wines: • Explanations and attunements: 4.7/5 • Quantities poured as well as timing in relation to the dishes: 4.6/5

●● Premises and location: • Accessibility, surroundings and - as applicable - the view: 3.2/5 • How did I like the room or - as applicable - outdoor area’s style, decor and atmosphere?: 3.9/5 • Well-being (space, privacy, temperature, ventilation, odors, lighting, noise, sanitary facilities, etc.): 4.0/5

●● Price: • Price-performance ratio for food: 4.2/5 • Price-performance ratio for wines and other beverages: 2.5/5 • Transparency (online price information when booking the table, price information for food/wine in the menu, correspondence of the expected to the actual...

After Reading the reviews, one thing seemed to be clear. People either loved this place or were totally disappointed. To make long story short: we loved it. I was curious how Italian cuisine and Michelin star style would mix and now I have the answer. Our food was great, creative and very tasteful. I had the vegetarian menu and my friend the meat & fish menu. Both were excellent and on the same level when it comes to the love for detail and presentation. I have an assumption why some people wrote that the food tasted like "nothing" or "bland". I guess they were expecting the classic Italian food style with lots of pasta and a creamy tomato sauce. If you're looking for that, you're wrong here. But if you want a 6 or 7 course menu on a Michelin star level different from the usual French style cuisine and paired with excellent wine recommendations then you should definitely give Carmelo Greco a try. The tastes were manifold, sometimes more on the subtle side, but always a great and fitting blend. And you will leave the restaurant neither too full nor hungry and very satisfied. The waiters are extremely friendly, funny and even switched effortlessly to English for my American friend. If you are looking for a quiet (but not boring) place to have a great evening with excellent food that is a bit different than the usual star cuisine then this is the place to go.

Edit: I went there again a second time. This time with my wife for lunch. Some of the food was indeed a bit bland and the sauces had too much of a milky taste. So maybe it depends if you go there for dinner or for lunch or which of the different sou-chefs is responsible for your table. I therefore take away one star, because for that price I would expect more consistency regarding...

I recently visited Carmelo Greco a Michelin starred restaurant in Frankfurt that specializes in authentic Sicilian cuisine. The overall experience was very positive, with a simple and elegant design that created a calm and welcoming atmosphere. The decor was understated but tasteful, allowing the focus to remain on the food and service.

The staff was excellent—friendly, attentive, and professional. They made us feel comfortable throughout the meal, and their service was smooth and knowledgeable.

The highlight of the experience was definitely the wine, which complemented the food perfectly. The dishes themselves were beautifully presented, with plates that enhanced the visual appeal. The food was flavorful and showcased authentic Sicilian flavors, with each course building on the last in quality.

The desserts were good, but I would suggest that they consider offering traditional Sicilian treats like cannoli and cassata instead of macarons and entremets, which were still okay but didn’t quite match the authenticity of the rest of the menu.

Overall, this restaurant provides a refined and authentic Sicilian dining experience in Frankfurt. The combination of good food, excellent wine, attractive presentation, and a simple elegant atmosphere makes it a strong choice. I look forward to returning and trying more...