Gardino's Ristorante Italiano
$$ • Italian, Beer Bar, Pet FriendlyAbout Gardino's Ristorante Italiano
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We held our wedding afterparty at Gardino’s in August 2026. Pete and his staff did an excellent job hosting us! They kept Gardino’s open late on a Sunday night and provided us full bar service and served up garlic bread, mozzarella sticks, meatballs, french fries, and tiramisu. The service was reasonably priced with no minimums or buy out fee. Pete was very easy to work with and flexible to our preferences. Our guests all had a great time and were able to spread out...read full review
Love performing at Gardino's Pete and the entire staff are terrific!!
A nice Italian restaurant for very basic Italian cuisine. Pasta dishes are delicious.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
Gardino's Ristorante Italiano offers a delightful dining experience in the heart of Los Gatos. The menu features a variety of tempting options, including the acclaimed ribeye steak tips and the refreshing Sicilian Slushy. Reviewers praise the fresh, flavorful food and the friendly, attentive service. The owner is welcoming and makes guests feel at home. The staff is patient and helpful in recommending dishes. The food is consistently praised, with highlights including the Linguini Pesto with sausage, artichoke chicken, spaghetti colognes, chicken Alfredo, and the tasty desserts like tiramisu, cannoli, and spamoni ice cream. The chef is excellent, preparing dishes cooked to order and fresh every day. Guests also enjoy the fun casual atmosphere, outside seating, and karaoke Thursday nights at 7 pm, which is the only ice bar and karaoke in Los Gatos. The restaurant is known for authentic, high-quality Italian cuisine and a welcoming environment, making it a true local gem.