Carnivale
$$ • Latin American, American, Cocktail Bar
Hours:
702 West Fulton Market Street, 702 W Fulton St, Chicago
(312) 850-5005
About Carnivale
Customers' Favorites
Oysters on the Half Shell
Cotton Candy and Popcorn
19 Layer Chocolate Cake
Cotton Candy Martini
Guacamole and Chips
Chicken and Waffles
Cuban Cigar Dessert
Peruvian Chicken
Mashed Potatoes
Seafood Platter
Carnivale Reviews
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Menu
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4:30 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 4:30 - 10PM |
| Friday | 4:30 - 11PM |
| Saturday | 4 - 11PM |
| Sunday | 1 - 9PM |
Carnivale is a vibrant restaurant known for its amazing food and excellent service, praised by both locals and visitors. The menu features a variety of dishes, including calamari, chips and guacamole, seafood paella, and braised short rib, with standouts like steak and bone marrow. The colorful interior creates a lively atmosphere, reminiscent of a carnival, which adds to the enjoyable dining experience. Guests find the food flavorful and delicious, with some describing the experience as taking them to South America or Brazil through the chef's tasting menu. The restaurant offers easy online reservations and a festive environment with loud music. Overall, Carnivale is highly regarded, and some consider it worthy of a Michelin star.
The restaurant has received positive reviews from recent customers. Visitors have described the food, atmosphere, and service as incredible, with highlights like the carne asada, Caribbean Chicken, braised short ribs, ropa vieja, and arrachera. The guacamole and yucca fries were also praised as outstanding. One customer even mentioned being "rolled out to their car" after indulging in the delicious food. The server, Valentino, went above and beyond to make the dining experience special, providing excellent recommendations and helping to celebrate a birthday. The restaurant's vibrant and photogenic decor, featuring florals, neon signs, and street art, has also been a draw for wedding photographers, who have described the venue as a "rainbow exploded in a jungle" and a perfect setting for capturing joyful, colorful, and chaotic energy.