Moms Eat Local: Carlino's

Moms know how tough it can be to eat out with little ones. Patch wants to help you know before you walk in the door if Carlino's is a good place to eat with your children.

Restaurant

Is there a kids’ menu? Not officially, but there are plenty of kid-friendly items including every single pasta, baked good and deli meat under the sun. There are also a bunch of different freshly made pizzas and a killer macaroni and cheese.

Are there healthy options on the kids’ meal? The salads, sandwiches, pizzas and pastas are all made from top quality ingredients and olive oil is the predominant fat used here, which is very heart healthy.

How does the restaurant deal with food allergies? Alert the staff and they are extremely accommodating. The fantastic tomato pie is great for those who are lactose intolerant and they offer some gluten-free items as well. 

Is the restaurant so quiet that any childish outburst will draw attention or is there enough noise that a small cry is likely to go unnoticed? Kids and babies are more than welcome here.

For the "Meet the Chef" of Carlino's, check back with Ardmore-Merion-Wynnewood Patch on Thursday.