Carmelo, trattoria autentica
Carmelo is our Italian trattoria inspired by the 1960s Italian Cinema Club. From the entrance, covered with vintage Fellini film posters, to the large Sicilian-style dining room with 5,000 plates that adorn the walls, there is always a unique atmosphere. At the centre of the open kitchen, Chef Mattia Casadio and his team create 100% Italian dishes: a selection of antipasti with the freshest prodotti - from Punta d'Anca bresaola, to smoky stracciatella from Puglia - as well as fresh Casillo semolina pasta and great classics such as saltimbocca alla romana or calamari fritti. And to finish in style, our cellar boasts a range of wonders from organic, biodynamic or natural agriculture, carefully selected by our beloved producers.
Bookings, Privatisations, and everything else
With or without reservation
Our squadra accepts reservations for both lunch and dinner, and also leaves some tables available for walk-ins.
Big Groups
The Carmelo squadra welcome reservations for larger groups of 15-25 guests, offering a delicious and generous set menu.
Private Hire
Fancy taking us over for a special occasion? Whether it be a birthday, corporate event or family reunion, we can offer total or partial private hire of our restaurant spaces.
Our Spring Menu
Spring has arrived. Grilled asparagus and zucchini, beautifully green pasta, and berry-filled dolci: the menu is getting a fresh new look without losing any of the joy.
Gift Vouchers
Treat yourself, loved ones or besties with a Big Mamma gift voucher! Valid for one year across all our restaurants.
CONTACT US
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On the menu
FAZZOLETTI RICOTTA E SPINACI
Fresh handmade pasta filled with lemony ricotta and spinach, coated in sage butter and Parmesan. It goes down effortlessly.
BURRATA AL TARTUFO
Creamy burratina with truffle cream and fresh truffle shavings. Melty, fragrant, and instantly satisfying from the first spoonful.
CALAMARI FRITTI
Golden fried calamari served with a light lemon yogurt sauce. Crispy, fresh, and honestly hard to stop picking at.
TAGLIATA DI MANZO
A beautiful grilled beef tagliata, sautéed potatoes, and a bright salsa verde. Straightforward, bold, and effective.
GELATO AL PISTACCHIO
Homemade pistachio ice cream with an intense pistachio coulis. Here, pistachio takes center stage.
Fatto in casa, e basta
At Carmelo, our menu evolves with seasonal ingredients and the inspiration of our chef. You’ll find everything that makes Italian gastronomy so rich: antipasti, wood-fired pizzas, fresh pasta, slow-cooked dishes, homemade desserts like tiramisu, and an extensive selection of Italian wines. Each dish is prepared with high-quality ingredients for a warm, generous experience, always made with love. A true trattoria for lovers of Italian cuisine in Lyon.
All your questions
Reservations are available exclusively on our website. We open bookings 30 days in advance, at 9:00 AM. If the website doesn’t offer your desired time slot, it unfortunately means we are fully booked. We recommend refreshing the page regularly, as some guests may cancel or modify their reservations.
We also welcome walk-in guests! We suggest arriving at the start of service (12:00 PM, 5:00–5:15 PM). If the restaurant is already full, we will provide you with an estimated waiting time. Unfortunately, there may be times when we are unable to seat you, but our team will do their best to find you a table.
Any changes (including the date, time, and number of guests) must be made by the customer via the confirmation email.
If no availability is shown, it means we are fully booked and no further modifications are possible.
We take allergies and dietary requirements very seriously. We offer options for vegetarians, vegans, and certain other dietary restrictions. Please inform our team at the time of your reservation and upon arrival so we can provide suitable alternatives.
If you are unable to honor your reservation, please cancel it via the link provided in your confirmation email. This will allow other guests to enjoy the experience.
In the event of a no-show, a fee may be applied in accordance with our reservation policy.
Yes, all dogs are welcome in our restaurant!
