Garduno's Ristorante Italiano

298 E 17th St A, Costa Mesa
(949) 645-5505

Recent Reviews Order Online

Customers' Favorites

Spaghetti with Meatballs
Meatballs & Marinara
Fettuccine Alfredo
Lasagna Bolognese
Calamari Fritti
Tiramisu

Lunch Salads
Pollo e Fagioli
Grilled chicken, kidney and garbanzo beans, avocado, tomato, olives, and mozzarella over romaine lettuce
Antipasto
Turkey, ham, salami, and mozzarella on a bed of romaine lettuce with cabbage, carrots, tomato, cucumber, and olives
Caesar Salad
Homemade Caesar dressing, romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, parmesan, and croutons

Lunch Sandwiches
Sausage & Peppers
Sausage, peppers, onions, marinara sauce, and cheese
Meatball Sub
Sliced meatballs with marinara, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese
Eggplant Parmigiana
Eggplant, marinara, and cheese
Combo Sandwich
Served cold. Turkey, ham, and salami with lettuce, tomato, mozzarella cheese, and vinaigrette dressing
Turkey Sub
Served cold. Turkey, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, tomato, and vinaigrette dressing.

Antipasto (appetizers)
Insalata Caprese
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, and olive oil.
Bruschetta
Mozzarella Fritta
Fried cheese with creamy tomato sauce.
Calamari Fritti
Fried squid.
Cozze e Vongole
Mussels and clams in a tomato wine sauce.

Ortaggi (vegetables)
Verdure Saltate
Seasonal vegetables sauteed with garlic and spices.

Pasta
Rosa Pasta
Creamy tomato sauce with Parmesan cheese. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Alfredo Pasta
Parmesan cream sauce. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Pesto Pasta
Basil, garlic, olive oil, and pignoli nuts in a cream sauce. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Bolognese Pasta
Meat sauce with mushrooms. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Carbonara Pasta
Pancetta bacon, mushrooms, peas, and cream. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Arrabbiata Pasta
Spicy tomato sauce. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Porcini Pasta
Imported porcini mushrooms, marsala wine, and cream. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Pomodoro Pasta
Fresh tomato, fresh basil, garlic, and olive oil. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Gamberi Al Diavolo Pasta
Shrimp in a spicy tomato sauce. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Salsiccia Pasta
Sausage and mushrooms, marinara sauce. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Polpette di Carne Pasta
Meatballs in marinara. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Frutti Di Mare Pasta
Seafood in light tomato sauce. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Puttanesca Pasta
Spicy tomato sauce with anchovy, capers, and black olives. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Vongole Pasta
Clams in a white wine sauce. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Primavera Pasta
Fresh seasonal vegetables with marinara sauce. Pasta is made fresh daily. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.

Al Forno (from the oven)
Lasagna
Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.
Melanzane Parmigiana
Eggplant mozzarella, and Parmesan. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing.

Pollo (chicken)
Pollo Limone
Chicken in a creamy lemon, caper, and mushroom sauce. Served with a house salad with a vinvaigrette dressing, as well as pasta or steamed vegetables. Fresh, all-natural, and no preservatives.
Pollo Julia
Chicken, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, rosemary, and wine. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing, as well as pasta or steamed vegetables. Fresh, all-natural, and no preservatives.
Involtini Di Pollo Fiorentino
Stuffed chicken breast with ricotta, spinach, and cheese in a creamy tomato mushroom sauce. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing, as well as pasta or steamed vegetables. Fresh, all-natural, and no preservatives.
Pollo Marsala
Chicken, sweet roasted peppers, mushrooms, and marsala wine sauce. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing, as well as pasta or steamed vegetables. Fresh, all-natural, and no preservatives.
Pollo Paesana
Chicken, fresh peppers, onions, and peas. Served with a house salad with a vinaigrette dressing, as well as pasta or steamed vegetables. Fresh, all-natural, and no preservatives.

Bevande (Beverages)
Soda
Italian Soda
Espresso
Coffee
Tea
Cappuccino

Dolce (dessert)
Tiramisu
Cannoli
Pineapple Cake

Photos

Photo credit: google
Photo credit: google
Photo credit: google
+41 photos
Photo credit: google
+40 photos
Add a photo

Recent Reviews

Hidden Gem of Newport!

I don’t know why this place doesn’t have a line out the door. It’s a true mom-and-pop restaurant in the best way. All the pasta is made fresh daily (our server said it’s actually made every hour!), and the penne was out of this world.

Inside, it feels like you’re sitting in a Nonna’s kitchen, authentic, old-school vibe, and the staff couldn’t be kinder. Every time I’ve gone, the owners are there in the...
July 2025
Garduno's catered our Classified Appreciation Luncheon at work today. The owners, themselves, brought everything over and were just the nicest people! We ordered the salad with house dressing, both meat and vegie lasagna, and homemade pineapple cake and cannoli's. Oh goodness - everything was delicious! I will definitely visit their restaurant, but would recommend for catering as well.
May 2025
A hidden gem in the heart of the city! The staff here is attentive and friendly, offering great recommendations based on your preferences. I had the seafood linguine, and it was absolutely delicious—fresh seafood cooked to perfection in a light, flavorful sauce. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with an elegant, rustic feel that makes you feel like you’re dining in Italy. It's the perfect place to enjoy authentic Italian dishes in a relaxed yet sophisticated setting.
April 2025

More Reviews

You May Also Like

Jersey Mike's Subs - 270 E 17th St #14
Sandwich Shop, Fast Food
Pop Pie Co. Costa Mesa - 270 E 17th St #17
Bakery, Coffee & Tea, Pet Friendly, Vegan
Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee - 270 E 17th St #18
Donuts, Coffee & Tea, Pet Friendly, Gluten-Free

Garduno's Ristorante Italiano

298 E 17th St A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 645-5505