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An artful, romantic setting with an international wine list and amazing cocktails. Try some of our specialties: the "Mamma Mia" features mouth-watering meatballs with pasta and southern Mediterranean-spiced sauce, Veal Osso Bucco, Lamb Shank, steaks, and a plethora of seafood including halibut, salmon and sand dabs! For our gluten-free guests, we can also provide gluten free pasta and bread.
*Patio availability depending on weather. We do have plenty of heat lamps but do not have covered tables outdoors. Please understand this when booking.
* For parties of 6 or more and special events we require a credit card to hold your table with a 24 hour cancellation policy, $40 per person will be applied to your credit card for late cancellations and no shows. We will hold your table for 10 minutes.
*We have a $30 corkage fee for a standard size bottle (750 ml.) 2 bottle maximum per table.
We can accommodate large or group to go orders. Please reach out to the restaurant directly at 831.626.6003 for pricing and availability. <br /><br />We currently do not offer off site catering.
Private party facilities
We have a semi private back room available for up to a party of 24. We can accommodate private groups on our patio, or reserve the whole restaurant for your group. For inquiries please email cbistrogiovanni@gmail.com
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Popular dishes
Menu
Carmel's Bistro Giovanni's menu was last updated on 3/13/2024.
Availability subject to change. Quite a few menu items can be modified to be made allergen friendly. Please visit website for details. www.carmelbistro.com
Appetizers
Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade
Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade with bread
Garlic Dip
With bread
Garlic Bread
Bruschetta
Tomato, basil, garlic and parmesan, served on crostini
Carmel's Bistro Giovanni reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Monterey / Carmel
Best Ambiance
Monterey / Carmel
Best Value
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Carmel's Bistro Giovanni is a charming Italian gem in Carmel, offering "fantastic food" and "excellent service" in a cozy setting. With a wide variety of gluten-free options, it's a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Enjoy authentic Italian dishes, a welcoming atmosphere, and attentive staff for a memorable dining experience.
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Natalie VIP
Tahoe / Reno Area8 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
We’ve been to this restaurant several times and always have a positive experience. Good food and good service.
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Rick VIP
San Francisco47 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 4
Great food, decent portions, in a comfortable little bistro environment with great Italian ambience
Food is very good and consistent. The cocktails are ample and nice, and the atmosphere is energetic yet Won does not feel rushed during the meal.
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John VIP
Los Angeles158 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Wow…
What an outstanding Italian restaurant that we happened into last evening!
The selections were substantial, the quality of food, excellent, and the preparation just right for an Italian and even a Sicilian!
The Putanesca was rich and tasty with the correct touch of spice and anchovies while the bolinaze with its gravy was especially delicious. Sorry about my spelling!
This trip to Carmel was one of many, but our stop at the Bistro was our first! A very lucky stop, indeed!
Service was wonderful and the host was very informative
Grazia!
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Jennifer VIP
San Diego20 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
The Chicken Marsala and their signature salad were both delicious. Thankful that they had plenty of gluten free options. Service was very good. We will definitely be back!
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Phillip
Portland3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Best Italian Gluten Free I’ve ever had. Bruschetta, garlic bread, pasta…and dessert. Amazing.
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Peter
Kent6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We picked purely by chance as we were just staying in Carmel for a few days what a find. The food was sublime served piping hot which is rare these days and the wine delicious. The service was friendly and professional plus the owner came over to thank us for coming a lovely touch. I would recommend Giovanni’s unreservedly you won’t be disappointed.
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Jim
Portland9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
I’m always looking for a “real” Italian restaurant and this place hit the spot.
Like any good restaurant in Italy it all starts with a passion for the food and a passion for those they are serving that was clearly evident at Giovanni‘s The ambience was warm and easy, and I look forward to returning
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Angela VIP
San Francisco22 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We always have an amazing dinner at Bistro Giovanni. Charming atmosphere with great food and service. The gluten free pasta is the best we've found.
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Ami
Naples5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Our most favorite restaurant while visiting Carmel. The service was wonderful, ambience was perfect and the food was outstanding!
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Richard
California Central Coast2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
Always a nice meal, Mrs had chicken piccata, I had Osso Bucco, the risotto was excellent, the osso bucco was good.
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FAQs
Carmel's Bistro Giovanni offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 626-6003.
Carmel's Bistro Giovanni is rated 4.7 stars by 2055 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
We can accommodate large or group to go orders. Please reach out to the restaurant directly at 831.626.6003 for pricing and availability. <br /><br />We currently do not offer off site catering.
Private party facilities
We have a semi private back room available for up to a party of 24. We can accommodate private groups on our patio, or reserve the whole restaurant for your group. For inquiries please email cbistrogiovanni@gmail.com