144559 Wed Apr 16 21:33:55 -0700 2003 4 12 Boston Area 0 774739 What do you all think of Carmen in the North End? Any suggestions? I am eating there Sat. night. Wed Apr 16 21:33:55 -0700 2003 0 Marie 1 774740 I'm a fan of Carmen and love their crespelle bolognese. It can get crowded as it's a small place. Reserve early. I generally prefer sitting at the beautiful tiled bar; the corner seats by the window afford the best views of the street and the dining room. BTW, they only take cash and Amex -- no Visa credit cards. Don't know if this has changed. Also, they don't offer any desserts, but you can satisfy your sweet cravings at Napoli Pastry. Wed Apr 16 21:50:44 -0700 2003 774739 0 Limster 2 774762 Is Napoli Pastry in any way affiliated with Lee Napoli? Or is it just Naples? Thu Apr 17 12:40:01 -0700 2003 774740 0 oystershucker 3 774768 It's Naples. Thu Apr 17 14:16:16 -0700 2003 774762 0 Limster 1 774744 Robert Nadeau just reviewed Carmen in the Phoenix a few weeks ago. Here's a link to his review. Link: http://www.bostonphoenix.com/boston/food_drink/dining/documents/02765671.htm Thu Apr 17 10:01:03 -0700 2003 774739 0 Chickpea