17 Best Italian Restaurants in Carmel By The Sea

Casanova European • $$$
5th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Escargot Burgundy Snails Garlic Butter Baguette
Gnocchi Casanova Spinach Gnocchi Au Gratin
Cannelloni with Short Ribs
Braised Beef Cannelloni
Basque Cheese Cake
Chocolate Tart
Creme Brûlée
Bread Service
Steak Tartare
Duck Confit

“Great food service and atmosphere“

3.8 Good360 Reviews
Vesuvio Restaurant Italian • $$$
6th Ave &, Junipero St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Parmigiana with Pappardelle and Alfredo Sauce
Sgt Pepe's 1994 Classic Meat Lasagna
Spaghetti & Meatballs Grandma Celia
Sgt Pepe's 1944 Meat Lasagna
Pepe's Famous Garlic Bread
Lobster and Crab Ravioli
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Pear & Gorgonzola Salad
Veal Osso Buco Ravioli
Lobster & Crab Ravioli

“Delicious pizza & drinks.“

4.5 Superb268 Reviews
Carmel's Bistro Giovanni Italian • $$
between 5th &, San Carlos, 6th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Veal or Eggplant Parmesan
Chicken or Veal Piccata
Papa's Pasta Pescatore
Tiramisu Pick Me Up
Linguini and Clams
Mousse Au Chocolat
Chocolate Mousse
Chicken Marsala
Lobster Ravioli
Chicken Piccata

“Amazing food and service. If you need gluten free options then this is the place! GF garlic bread, pasta, and more. soooo good!“

4.4 Superb310 Reviews
Il Tegamino Italian • $$$
South side of Ocean Avenue between Lincoln and Monte Verde We are tucked in the Courtyard behind Cottage of Sweets, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Fried Zucchini with Mozzarella
Bomboloni Con Cioccolato
Bread and Olive Oil
Limencello Tiramisu
Seafood Carbonara
Ragu Napoletano
Lamb Osso Buco
Olive Oil Dip
Panna Cotta
Ragu Pasta

“My husband said his Italian Grandmother would have loved the food. The sauces tasted like she had nursed them in her kitchen for the past two days. The lamb shank has immediately gone to 'best ever' on our tracker. Service was great and the evening was wonderful. Worth the effort to get a seat at this very small, but very good spot.“

4.3 Superb182 Reviews
Little Napoli Italian • $$
Dolores St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Parmigiana with Pappardelle and Alfredo Sauce
Spaghetti & Meatballs Grandma Celia
Truffled Mushroom & Cambozola Pizza
Hour Braised Lamb Shank Osso Buco
Pepe's Famous Garlic Bread
Arancini Risotto Lollipops
Scattini Farms Artichoke
Lobster & Crab Ravioli
Spicy Cioppino Rosso
Pizza Diavola Pizza

“one of the best in Carmel...“

4.2 Good283 Reviews
Portabella Italian • $$
Ocean Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Salmon with Pistachio Herb Goat Cheese Salad
Jumbo Lobster Ravioli with Tomato Basil Cream Sauce
Fresh Tuscan Pappardelle Al Pomodoro
Tricolor Organic Baby Beet Salad
Wild Mushrooms Truffle Risotto
Avocado Mushroom Swiss Burger
Classic Wild Mushroom Risotto
Roasted Corn and Crab Bisque
Pappardelle Alla Bolognese
Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio

“Route 1 was closed and I had to return to Carmel from Big Sur and took Freeway 101 instead. So another pasta at Portabella! Always going back for it.“

4.1 Good561 Reviews
The Star Bar at Vesuvio Italian • $$
6th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Sausage and Peppers Pizza
Old Fashioned Reserve
Roasted Garlic Bulb
Brut Champagne

“Delicious pizza & drinks.“

4.3 Superb49 Reviews
La Balena Italian • $$$
Junipero St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Fried Cauliflower
Pollo Fritto
Lasagna

“Fantastic food and our waiter was perfect. Always checking but never hovering, and he answered any questions about the menu easily and completely. I had one of the specials, Seafood Risotto, and it was amazing. Tasted my friend’s Lasagna and it was wonderful-not too heavy. Fried cauliflower and Bruschetta were perfection. Finished our meal with a lovely Strawberry Cheesecake. Absolutely a restaurant to put on the Don’t Miss list“

3.9 Good54 Reviews
Cantinetta Luca Italian • $$$
Ocean Ave &, Dolores St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

GF 8 Oz Pan Roasted Prime 28 Day Dry Aged New York Strip
GF Luca's Celebrated Lemon-Herb Roasted Half Chicken
Tuscan Style Usda Prime Porterhouse Cut in-House
Wood-Fired Flatbread Burrata Salsa Rustica
Tagliatelle Bolognese Salumi Veal Beef
Warm Ciabattina Burrata Salsa Rustica
Tagliatelle Bolognese
Spaghetti Carbonara
Nardini Tagliatelle
Pizza Margherita

“Had an amazing experience at Cantinetta Luca! The food was absolutely divine – every dish was bursting with authentic Italian flavors. The environment was so vibey, with a warm and inviting atmosphere that made the whole meal feel extra special. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience!“

3.9 Good137 Reviews
Allegro Pizzeria Italian • $$
Southwest Corner of The Barnyard, 3770 The Barnyard, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Sausage & Peppers Pasta
Garlic Bread Appetizer
Margherita Pizza Roma
Chevre & Pesto Pizza
Meat Lovers
Cannoli
Caprese
Thai Pie

“I showed up in the middle of the afternoon on a Sunday. Nobody there except my server who was very kind. I hung out for a bit waiting for my pizza and what followed was me wishing I had paid more for it! Holy smokes. I got it to go but took a bite when I got to my car. This is a work of art and a delicious pie! Muchas gracias! I will be back sooner than later!“

3.7 Good50 Reviews
Treehouse Café Mediterranean • $$
San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Mushroom Truffle Ravioli with Garlic Cream Sauce and Parmesan
Monterey Bay Clam Chowder
Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Chicken Pesto Pasta
Yellow Thai Curry
Grilled Calamari
Steak of the Day
Beef Stroganoff
Honey & Cheese
Chicken Kebabs

“Highly recommend!! We had a 90th birthday dinner for my mom with 11 people. Everything was superb! Outstanding service, excellent food and drinks. Outside terrace is pretty and even allowed our 2 dogs. Superb! Thank you to Z and the wonderful staff, everything was perfect!!!👍“

4.3 Superb408 Reviews
Basil Seasonal Dining Italian Restaurant Italian • $$
San Carlos Between Ocean &, 7th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Black Seafood Linguini & Calabrian Chili
Fiocchi Ravioli & Toasted Walnuts
Sautéed Monterey Bay Calamari
Slow Cooked Short Ribs
Traditional Tiramisu
Short Rib Slow Cooked
Basil Garlic Bread
Basil Burger
Apple Strudel
Pesto Pasta

“Absolutely delicious and great service!“

3.5 Good170 Reviews
Il Fornaio Carmel Italian • $$
Ocean Avenue at, Monte Verde St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Bruschetta Al Pomodoro
Burrata Con Prosciutto
Salmon Special Request
Tagliatelle Bolognese
Linguine Mare Chiaro
Calamaretti Fritti
Lasagna Ferrarese
Margherita Pizza
Margarita Pizza
Gnocchi

“We had a great meal last night and wonderful service with Bryan! Our lasagna and pizza were fantastic.“

3.5 Good264 Reviews
Iolis' Pizzeria Pizza • $
307 Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Huge Pizza Slice
Caesar Salad
Garlic Bread
Meatball Sub
Greek Salad

“Always amazing. Great food and service. 👏🏼 my favorite“

4.2 Good45 Reviews
Bar Napoli Wine Bar • $$
Dolores & 7th, Dolores St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Pizza Little Napoli
Bruschetta
House Red

“Great central Carmel location amongst galleries, bakeries, coffee shops, bookstores etc. In good weather ask for the patio they take reservations by inside vs outside. Great atmosphere out there… old building, stucco, vines, etc. It was cool but they have plenty of heaters. Great food… had bruschetta appetizer which is loaded with diced tomatoes and smoked flavor (grilled bread). Also the di stefano salad, it has crispy goat cheese, roasted beets and fig-balsamic dressing. Excellent, highly recommended! Had the cioppino which was excellent. Good wine list. Eat here lunch OR dinner.“

4 Good196 Reviews
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Cantina

Cantina Mexican •
47 Pitter St, Carmel-By-The-Sea
3.5 Good26 Reviews
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Enzo

Enzo European • $$
6315 San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea

Customers` Favorites

Braised Lamb Shank in Tomato Ragu
Pizza Prosciutto E Burrata
Fettuccine Alla Bolognese
Lasagna Alla Calabrese
Spaghetti Carbonara
Gnocchi Tropea
Caprese Salad
Gnocchi Pesto
Crab Ravioli
Feta Olives

“Lovely setting, excellent service, food was delicious and best coffee I’ve ever tasted! I know you use Lavazza but how do you make it?? When we make it to Carmel again we’ll definitely come back!“

3.8 Good194 Reviews

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