Convivio Italian Artisan Cuisine

We went for our anniversary dinner and really enjoyed ourselves. The food was great. We were really glad they sat us in the bar area. My only complaint is my husband's pasta was undercooked and chewy. We confronted our waitress about it and she told us thats how the noodle was supposed to taste and "no matter how many time they made it, it would always come back with that texture".

This was our first time here and it was absolutely heavenly. The service was wonderful and the food was incredible. I had the Gnocchi Ai Funghi and it was one of my favorite mushroom gnocchi dishes I've ever had. My dad had the Nero and the lobster cream sauce was delicious as well. But the star of the show was the dessert. We got the orange almond cake and it was a religious experience. The delightful combination of flavors and textures is undeniable proof of a higher power. Our server was so kind and was very knowledgeable about the menu, and made the experience so much better. We will definitely be back!

The name Convivio in Italian translates to a joyful banquet or gathering, where food, company, and atmosphere come together in harmony. That's precisely what we encountered at Convivio Italian Artisan Cuisine in Carmel, Indiana. As soon as we stepped inside, the ambiance was warm, elegant, and inviting. Our server, Christopher, enhanced the experience with his attentiveness, genuine charm, and impeccable service. He was waiting on a party next to us and knew all eight guest's names and they adorded him. He anticipated our needs without ever being intrusive, making us feel genuinely cared for in a way that made the meal even more unforgettable. The food was outstanding! I ordered the Pansotti, a delicate and beautifully presented dish that was rich in flavor and perfectly balanced. My partner chose the Rigatoni Funghi Salsiccia, a hearty and comforting pasta featuring earthy mushrooms and savory sausage that showcased the kitchen's artistry. Both dishes demonstrated the restaurant’s commitment to authenticity and craftsmanship. The General Manager, Ivey Spreen and chef visted our table which made our night even more enjoyable. Convivio truly lives up to its name. The hospitality here goes beyond service, it feels like being welcomed home. With Christopher’s exceptional service and the restaurant’s remarkable cuisine, it’s a magical place that makes you eager to return.

The customer service was excellent. The food was great. I have been to the Carmel and Zionsville locations. I highly recommend both. The food quality is top notch.

To start, I will say that we go to Convivio every couple of weeks or so and usually love it. This review is for the Tentacolo di Polpo. The menu says: Grilled Octopus, Potato Gratin, Arugula, Goat Cheese Cream, Balsamic Glaze for $25. What I got was an incinerated, tiny piece of octopus with one small roasted potato sliced into chunks. I sent it back and they did offer free dessert but with the prices they charge, this shouldn’t be sent out from the kitchen.

Absolutely phenomenal establishment. I had an issue with another restaurant I had contracted for client events. In a panic I contacted Convivio, they were so kind, accommodating and ready to help me host my clients in a private space with limited lead time. They helped me select a specific menu, they had a beautiful, spotless, private dining area. Every single person at Convivio is kind, patient and excellent at their job. I didn’t have to worry about anything, the whole experience was seamless and absolutely perfect. In addition to the amazing service, the food is absolutely phenomenal. They have an impressive level of detail to the service and dining experience. Overall, this restaurant and their team truly couldn’t be better. I highly recommend and will be back without a doubt. I would bring client parties back as well. Thank you so much!

Limited menu. Asparagus very undercooked after two tries. Service so so. Drinks not kept filled. Food just okay. Food looks great though.

Juan B was awesome! This was our 1st time eating here. He explained everything well. I was celebrating my birthday and I am so glad we came here. A co-worker recommended Convino. It is her favorite Italian restaurant. Now, it's mine also! Pansotti taste is so amazing!! I will definitely be back! Thank you, Convivio, for making my birthday perfect!!!!🥰

Food 10/10 Service 10/10 Ambience 10/10 Best : Nero I had a lovely dinner. It's my first time here and won't be the last. I will get Nero again for sure.

Probably in my top two favorite Italian restaurants in the area. They change up the menu and focus one section of the menu on a specific region of Italy, which I find really great. There's so much variation in the cuisine of Italy. Last night was a Tuscany feature so I pappardelle pasta with braised rabbit. Seasoned to perfection yet still light with a chicken stock red wine sauce. Loved this dish. Their calamari with fennel was a nice spin on a favorite appetizer. Even my teens enjoyed it. The Caesar salad was good too. I was enjoying my meal so much, I forgot to take entrée pictures. They have an extensive Italian wine list too, which is rare for Indiana.

We visit Indy several times a year. 3 years ago we "discovered" Convivio and make it a point to return for our 3rd visit. Christine waited on uson our first visit and remembered us. That was a treat! We had the Insalata Mista, Puttanesa, Rigatoni Funghi Salsicca, and magnificent Cannoli. Service is very important to us and Christine knows the ins on the menu plus gracious well paced, attentive but there. Staff and management are well timed, cooperative. Love this place

Had dinner as a group of 6. It was a lovely 3 hour meal with great friends. Service was very good. It did take a long time to get food out of the kitchen. They were very busy. But we weren't in a hurry so we didn't care. The bill comes in a book, which is unique. The salads are large and easily split with someone. They make all their pasta in house. The pasta preparations are all pretty unique. See pics below with ingredients listed. You're not going to find lasagna or spaghetti here, which pleased the foodies in my group. I brought pizza home for my mother but she didn't like the pizza. It didn't have enough toppings for her. I tried the pizza and thought it was good. Prices are very reasonable. They also have a restaurant in Zionsville. If you're looking for good gourmet Italian that is reasonably priced, this is the place to go. If you sign up for their rewards program you get discounts sent to you too. Highly recommend.

Food was extremely salty. Like we were eating salt. Not a fan. No plans to return. Not looking for anything more from this establishment. Service was OK.

My friend and I decided to catch up over dinner and before we left, we both agreed that we have to come back! The food is amazing, our server Christine, was so attentive and we loved the ambiance! We started with their Bruschetta appetizer that has goat cheese (YUM), I had their pork chop and my friend had the Gnocchi, and of course we had to try to Tiramisu (SO GOOD)! We loved everything and can't wait to come back to try other dishes!

Great pasta, massive portions, friendly service. We enjoyed the complementary focaccia bread and started our meal by sharing a Caesar salad. The salad had a sweet dressing almost but was very good. I tried the Nero (squid ink pasta) and my partner had the ragu. Both were delicious but very sizable and filling. Needless to say we had ample left overs for lunch the next day. Our server recommended a bottle of wine for the table to share which was well priced and highlighted the region of Italy the restaurant was featuring. Cute restaurant, also kid friendly.

Great Restaurant and vibe, the pasta was delicious! I would come back for sure. The service was also pretty good.

This was my second time coming to Convivio. After traveling in Italy twice now, it is wonderful to find a restaurant that makes me feel that the food and vibe fit my travels in the area. Convivio is a win on many levels. The customer service and attention to detail is inspiring! The layout of the restaurant is quaint but really feels like a European spot! Appetizer was the sausage bruschetta. WHAT A WIN! I was not sure what to expect with goat cheese as it can over power any menu item, but this was perfection. The goat cheese was there but it was also mushing wonderfully with the sausage. A mixture on bread I would not have thought of and it was three large slices (which really was big, but perfect). Drinks consisted of a regular old fashioned and then a glass of Super Tuscan with my meal. The Old Fashioned was a little sweet but good. I could not stop myself from ordering the exact same thing, the Gnocchi short rib. AMAZING. The flavors come together beautifully and it is not too oily. Just this perfect blend of meat that mixes in with the pasta and you are in heaven. Then you have a wonderful Super Tuscan glass (which they have by the glass) with it and you are winning on all levels. A great blend in this wine! WOOHOO VINO!! We barely had room, but decided to have the apple strudel dessert. There was Vanilla Gelato on top (WHAT)! It was very good but we were full and gelato melting does not go with take me home! Either way, a great end to a great meal. Janessa was a our waitress and she was beyond exceptional. She made sure that we did not feel rushed as it was two friends taking time to catch up and we were talking! She made everything go smoothly and it was wonderful to have her taking care of us! If you have a meal here, ask to be with Janessa who states she is there on Tuesday, Wednesday and some Saturdays (FYI). She is an employee that this restaurant should make very happy and hope that she never leaves. PROS: Wonderful ambience Authentic entrees Wonderful selection of wines Small and intimate Easy parking CUSTOMER SERVICE IS EXCEPTIONAL Outdoor seating Bar Area CONS: Small, so make a reservation.

A group of us had dinner here on a Friday night and enjoyed the relaxed covered patio area on a nice Spring evening. The cocktail and wine list is excellent and they have a nice range of options by the glass as well as bottles. I had a classic Chianti which was perfect. The fresh made pasta was wonderful; I had the puttanesca which was delicious. It had plenty of olives and capers, flavors were fresh, and nicely balanced; I would definitely order this again. Others in our group were also very happy with their pasta dishes. For dessert I ordered the cannoli and they were filled with what seemed like flavored whipped cream which was different than what I've had elsewhere; not bad, but I'll probably order something else next time. Service was great, and the pace of the meal was nice and leisurely which gave us time to visit. We'll definitely be back!

Do you have a really ugly date coming up? Bring her to Convivio. Not because she doesn't deserve good food, it's just that you won't be able to see her in this shadowy Italian realm. We kicked off Jackson's belated birthday dinner with a bottle of white that I can't remember and the Polpette Al Sugo. You could be very COVID symptomatic and still taste the veal in these meatballs. Potent stuff really. A thought - how many different servers could you persuade to grate cheese over your pasta? I'll set the line at 3.5 for any betting foodies. The reason I ask is that our servers were generous to offer from multiple angles. Look at that dairy generosity! My toe was dipped into the nightly special seafood pasta. Beyond my never ending quest for ridiculous amounts of sauce, the noodles stood tall. To be fair you could throw shrimp into anything and it's serviceable. Would I return? For sure. Would I rush to return? Not so sure. Lastly, whoever was smacking the domestic macro beer over this cuisine is an absolute sweat. Game recognize game.

We had a lovely experience at Convivio tonight. We came here for Father's Day and it was my first time being here, whereas my parents had been here before. I had been meaning to try this place, and I'm glad I did! First of all, our server, Adriella (not sure if I spelt her name right) was fantastic! She was super accommodating and mindful, as well as kind. She deserves a raise for how well she did tonight! I got the beet salad which I unfortunately forgot to take a picture of, but it was still delicious! The combination of the beets, arugula, goat cheese, oil, and pesto was simply divine. For my entree I got the Frutti di Mare, which was also delicious! If you're a big seafood fan I highly recommend getting it. It had a bit of spice to it which I loved! Overall we had a wonderful experience and we will be coming back!

Delicious pasta dishes and great Italian wine list. Jason our waiter was great !!! They were patient with us, we over stayed and closed the place. We even got some extra order to go !!

Rockstar date night dinner location!! From the service, to the wine, to the food everything was spot on! The focaccia bread with oil was to start and free. The Cabernet by the glass was dry and delicious. The Caesar salad is a big portion and ice cold with amazing dressing. I got the short rib gnocchi which was so savory and unique. It was like a pot roast and a pasta dish married. My husband got the bolognese and loved it but liked the gnocchi better. We finished the night with tiramisu and it was a big portion and the perfect end to the dinner. Very creamy and chocolatey! Will be going back!! One thing I will add is the short rib gnocchi did not heat up well the next day so I wouldn't recommend taking it home!

The food was great! The service was amazing!!! And the decorations made it have a fancy vibe. I would come back again!

One of the only Italian restaurants in Carmel making delicious homemade pasta. Started with the Frito Misto (Calamari), very tasty and loved the zucchini. The Nero pasta and Rigatoni were both incredible. Wonderful service and fantastic chocolate cake and cannolis. Full bar with wine and cocktails.

I have been to this location a few times, and it has yet to disappoint. The service has been great and quick and the food is always wonderful! We went yesterday and started with bread and oil -- LOVELY! I then got a Caesar salad, which is big enough for two, or a main course, but I would highly recommend it as it's delicious and the parmesan cheese is abundant! YUM! This is the second time I have ordered the Rigatoni Funghi Salsiccia, and I am so glad I did! It has a heaping of sausage and mushrooms and the pasta itself is cooked to perfection! It's full of flavor and very filling! J got the Pasta Special which was great, I can't remember what it was called -- but I would describe it as a Roast but make it a pasta dish! Short Rib braised beef, green noodles, an almost gravy-like sauce. YUM!!! You have got to try this place out and be sure to ask for extra bread!

we really enjoyed our dinner at this authentic Italian Eatery! The service was fantastic and was only outdone by the excellent food! i enjoyed a flavorful pasta down with mushrooms and sausage. my wife had the gnocchi which she said was excellent! i started with the pasta fagioli and it doesn't disappoint. we finished off our dinner with the tiramisu. the portions were large on all three courses. highly recommended and we'll be back soon!

We were looking for a late dinner on Saturday night and this was one of the few places open until 11PM! It was still busy @ 9:45 and we wanted to sit in the bar area. Service was excellent, efficient and helpful but not intrusive. We shared the tomato & mozzarella salad, and also shared the fusilli pasta w/chicken and mushroom special, and gelato affogato for dessert. We also had wine- the special for the day and a classic Chianti. Bread was also served. We enjoyed the ambiance of this place and the meal. The pasta dish was not our favorite but it was a generous portion, hot and prepared as described. We will come back and remember the late night hours!

My wife and I both had the Pollo alla Pizzaiola which was recommended by Ivey. We both loved it. Very good and authentic. The pounded chicken was very tender and so were the asparagus spears. Just the right combination of capers, tomatoes, and cheese over a delicious polenta as well. Also lots of fresh, friendly faces on the staff. We will be back.

I wanted to love it but it fell flat for me. Would really be a 3.75 ;) Vibe: not much of one, really but I didn't mind that. It was simple and tastefully done. Just no wow factor with lighting, wallpaper, seating, etc. We initially were sitting at a table then I saw a booth open and asked to be moved. Is that terrible? Call me a both queen I suppose. The booth was much more comfortable, cozy, and intimate because they line the perimeter of the restaurant. I'd request a booth in my reservation! Yes, definitely make a reservation. It completely elevated the experience and felt like private dining since we were at the very end. Service: Excellent! Louise took wonderful care of us from the time we were greeted through the time we paid. Attentive but not over bearing. Friendly yet genuine. 10/10 for him! Food: It is a mix but I think that's more because of my expectation going into it. That's on me! I had high hopes of a next level delicious Italian meal. I got the fried risotto thinking it would be like an arancini. No. It was lots of coating and not much risotto. The tortellini was freshhhhh like they had just filled and boiled those gems. Those were delish! The pumpkin dish lacked flavor and unity -- lots of delicious ingredients -- prosciutto, butternut squash, a cream sauce. It just has a bit of an identity crisis. My friend doesn't eat pork and they wouldn't put it in the side for our other friend to share which was also bizarre to me. We were going to share a chocolate cake but they ran out. James, the manager, comped us some cocoa dusted gelato dessert that's not on the menu but Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, you better secretly request it. It was the highlight of the meal! Sooo delicious and fun. So kind of James to go above and beyond for us! Cost: What you anticipate for an elevated restaurant. Dishes are $22-$40. Will I return? If someone suggests it and wants to go. Otherwise I won't be looking to go back any time soon.

What a fantastic experience. I visited this wonderful restaurant on my beautiful. I will Say Convivio DID NOT DISAPPOINT!! From the appetizers and drinks to entrees and desserts, everything was absolutely marvelous!

The most delicious, authentic, in house made pasta around!! The service is always incredible and the ambiance gives an Italian feel. If you couldn't tell by the photos, their desserts are well made and flavorful. If you're too full from the entree (which is plentiful by the way) make sure to order the tiramisu to go!

If you are looking for authentic Italian food and the best wines to pair with, Convivio is your place. I have been eyeing Convivio for almost 2 years and finally got to go for a really stylish and comfortable dinner. The patio is set up so well with mesh on one side to avoid direct sunlight and open area on the other side just for fresh air. We directly ordered main course (yes that's not how we do it!) but the portions were substantially huge looking at other orders. Olive E Fichi was the show stealer with Spinach Torchietti, Dried Figs, Kalamata Olives, Rosemary, Goat Cheese and Parmigiano. The alternating sweet and salty flavors were such a treat! We spent a good 2 hours savoring the food and my oh my! And the finale was the best, a bill in a Convivio book - all Italian! That was creative!!!

We've dined here three times. Once when it first opened and I was still eating gluten (found out later that I am allergic). And twice within the past few months on date night away from the kids. Turns out the menu has lots of gluten free options that are very delicious. So I suggest if you are GF to give this place a try even though it is very Italian and offers a lot of pasta options. The pork entree here is so, so delicious. It's a huge meal and I can barely finish it (and I usually skip lunch on date night). The lamb stew is another winner. Very filling but maybe a little too hot and heavy for warmer weather. The desserts here are awesome too. Don't skip out on it! Personally I think Carmel lacks a really amazing ice cream shop so just save yourself a drive and get ice cream here. We've eaten out on the patio which has a lot of shade. Facility is clean and the staff are friendly and helpful with allergy questions. This place is on our rotation list which means we love it!

I was very excited to try the pasta here. Had been looking forward to it for months. But I am really disappointed to say it was below average. The serving size was good but totally lacked flavor.

Excellent authentic Italian food and great service. Extensive wine list a bit on the higher price side.

I was pleasantly surprised by Convivio! We didn't drink any wine this night but they had a great wine menu. We started off with the Meatvalls, they were delicious. They also bring out bread and oil before your meal. I got the pasta dish with butternut squash and prosciutto. It was amazing!! The sauce was creamy and flavorful. The portions here are huge! I was able to take half my plate home to eat the next day. We sat in the very front room, so we didn't see much of restaurant. But I liked the decor that we saw. Service was good, nothing to write home about but it certainly wasn't bad service. Definitely want to return to Convivio!

Can't wait to go back. They make their own pasta and have a featured region of Italy featured on their menu each season. Yum

We've wanted to try this for a while, finally had a chance. We walked in at 6pm on a Thursday without a reservation and 'had' to eat in the bar. We sat at an empty table there and they had to ask us to move as those were reserved. It would have been nice if they had told us just the bar TOP was available. Embarrassing. But the bartender made up for it, great guy. We ordered adult beverages and asked for bread. It was wonderful! RRR ordered gnocchi, I got a beet salad and Gigli di Zucca. OMG, so good! I highly recommend this dish. It's pumpkin infused pasta with sage prosciutto and butternut squash with a cream sauce that wasn't too heavy. R loved his gnocchi dish as well. Only 4 stars because we weren't told that tables in the bar were NOT available. 'You can sit in the bar' was not clear.

Arrived 1 hour before closing on a Thursday night but were still greeted graciously by hostess. There was only one table available in the bar but it was comfortable and we had a fun view of the patio where groups gathered for photos. We ordered a bottle of wine but it had been popular that night and had run out. Unfortunately, the other bottles doubled in price after this choice, so I ordered a 9oz of something else instead and husband opted for beer. I prefer buying a bottle because I can pour small amounts and take the remainder home - I'm a slow drinker! Ordered bruschetta appetizer. Three thick ciabatta slices heaped with fresh ingredients arrived served on a cutting board. Tasted great - husband thought it needed a small drizzle of balsamic. I was curious about a dish with squid ink pasta and server was patient in describing it as not much different than other pasta. I'd heard it could be briney but since I was choosing Nero with seafood, this sounded like a good combination. Daily features sounded so good it was difficult to choose. Husband decided on the bolognese. Despite how very busy they were, our food arrived with little waiting. Both of our dishes were delicious! The proportion of lobster, shrimp and crab and cream sauce in the Nero pasta was perfect and the bolognese delivered with balanced meat and sauce (a real comfort food dish!) Husband requested some table bread and oil so server rushed to provide so it would accompany our entree. The dessert menu was tempting but we didn't want to stay past close (though many other tables who'd arrived before us were still going strong!). Would be a nice place to sit in bar just for drinks and dessert too. High-quality Italian food served at prices in line with similar higher-end restaurants in Carmel/Indy area. Wine by the glass list had wide range; bottles leaned toward reds with only one choice in $50 range then a price gap with remaining choices $99plus. Server was prompt in providing take-home boxes. Daughter enjoyed the reheated bolognese (and she's particular). Will definitely be back!

This was my first time visiting convivio. I loved everything about it from our waiter/bartender Cory he was absolutely the best. The atmosphere is definitely a vibe especially if you're looking for a nice date spot or just a girls night out you will love it. When I say Cory knows how to make a drink!!! I loved the Italiano Lavender 75. This drink was so good it had my taste buds doing a little dance. He recommended I try the Tagliatelle al Convivio I got extra sauce because I'm a saucy girl. The homemade sauce and noodles was so fresh. I will say it a little spicy if you like spicy you will love it. If you're a wimp like me you might want to ask for no spice

Convivio is a easily missed amazing Italian restaurant nestled in a strip mall across from Market District. The atmosphere of the space is very cozy with a nice bar. Its great for an intimate dinner or a big family meal. For dinner I had the Nero (squid ink spaghetti) and loved it. It was flavorful and had good portions of seafood. For dessert I indulged on their house made chocolate cake. OMG that chocolate cake was amazing. It was rich without being overpowering sweet. Convivio has an amazing wine selection as well.

Why haven't I tried it sooner? The atmosphere, the homemade pasta, the service, the specials, what's not to love? I went there with a group of five on a Sunday night. We had a reservation, and I was glad we did because it was very crowded! I started dinner by sharing a delicious Caesar Salad. The bread they bring out is delicious, along with their oil. I ordered a glass of their feature red wine, and it was tasty. I had a challenging time deciding what to order, since so many items on the menu looked good! I decided on a special that featured delicious homemade pasta with shrimp, brussels sprouts, white wine sauce, cheese, and pancetta. The mix of all the flavors was delicious. It was also a HUGE serving. I had enough to have for leftovers my next two lunches! Although I was stuffed after dinner, we did decide to try the Tiramisu, and it did not disappoint. I can't wait to visit back soon!

We went in for our 29th anniversary, restaurant had 4 tables at 6 on a Thursday. Our waitress was way more concerned with not doing anything at all. She was nice but she interacted with us 3 times the hour and a half we were there, one to impatiently take our order and 2 to drop off drinks. She did EXCEL at not making any eye contact to avoid her tables, the table next to us agreed and commented multiple times between each other (we knew that because they were on top of our booth). The meatballs were delicious, my husband's squid ink was very good. The ravioli...inedible, I attached a picture, it was SCALDING hot, absolutely no flavor (I dumped so much salt and pepper in it but ewwww), it was pale, every single ravioli was broke open so the cheese (if they used any) was completely disintegrated, the noodle was so overcooked it was actually hard again. TERRIBLE. Based on that server (or lack there of) and that ravioli, I would never go back, no matter how good some other things were. I can eat canned ravioli by Chef-Boyardee and be ignored my family for free and still be happier. I was so disappointed because it had been so highly recommended by some friends of ours.

Big news: they now have gluten free pasta and they were able to do it for any of the pasta dishes except one. HECK YES. I ordered the Trenette al Pesto and it was incredible. It has trenette pasta, Basil pesto, Yukon gold potatoes, green beans, pine nuts, and pecorino Romano. I also got the beet salad which was fantastic. Everything is always good here, but I strayed away from my normal order and loved it.

We went for our anniversary dinner and will definitely go again! Love the atmosphere, friendly service, and amazing food! The pasta was delicious and house made. Highly recommend!

Convivio has a fun atmosphere that isn't too casual and also isn't too "fancy." Our waitress was super kind, provided great service, and it was fun talking to one of the managers about the restaurant when he visited our table as well. Their wine selection is great, and had a few on special which provided good variety of options by glass. We got a supertuscan that was so good. Highly recommend the veal saltimbocca. It was prepared just right - tasty but not heavy. Caesar salad was also very good. I imagine on a weekend night the parking lot gets packed, but on a Sunday night it was just fine. Will definitely come here again when we get the chance.

The first thing to say is WOW. The atmosphere is so intimate and beautiful. From the lighting to the cocktails, you'll be impressed. Our server was amazing and I wish I'd remembered his name. He was great at helping us pick out what we're eating. Everything was scratch made which made it harder because I LOVE Italian food. I couldn't miss out on something delicious. We will definitely be back for more.

An intimate space which perhaps was a bit overwhelmed by our boisterous Monday birthday dinner but they managed quite well recommending various dishes, and an excellent wine for our first time at Convivio. The staff works well together, but our waiter, Horatio, was particularly charming and very adept at the pacing for our celebration. We loved the calamari, the beet salad was spectacular, and the butternut ravioli entree was divine. We shared a plate of the meatballs (yum!) and the squid ink pasta as well. They were generous with the goodie bits of shrimp, etc., to make that a great item to share. With a complimentary tiramisu dessert and coffees it was a fabulous night! So glad we went, and can't wait to try it again. Thank you for a lovely evening!

We had the most wonderful experience with friends last night. I want to give a shout out to Kelly, our server who is also a sommelier-it was like private dining in Sonoma with our own wine expert. Ask for Kelly!!

I never leave reviews, but after visiting for dinner last night I had to! This place is amazing, the food is great, the atmosphere is great, and our server was so sweet! I have a gluten allergy and normally GF pasta is a toss up but I think this might be some of the best gluten free pasta I've ever had! My Italian boyfriend even approved of the gluten free pasta! Will definitely be coming back as this is my new favorite Italian restaurant!

Pasta was good. Calamari was good, but deceiving. You think there's a lot at the beginning, but half of it was fried onions. The hostess was a bit rude when requested a table that wasn't so close to the door. I don't think it was unreasonable request because of the cold air for it being so close to a door that is being constantly opening and closing. I just expected more from Carmel restaurants.

This has been one of my favorite spots since they opened. Everything I have eaten has been amazing. I love the pizza. The pasta is AMAZING: rigatoni funghi is a MUST try. Service is always great and the restaurant is beautiful. Amazing outdoor patio.

Convivio exceeded my expectations! I've been here a couple of times (once to dine and once to-go). I went on a Friday night and it was busy. The host said we needed a reservation or we'd have to wait about 2 hours for next availability. Before we left, I checked the reservations online and there was something available at an earlier time (maybe a last minute cancellation)! We ordered the Filetto Balsamico and Gamberoni (shrimp). Both were delclious! The filet was cooked how we asked for it and came with potatoes and brussel sprouts. The sauce for the Gamberoni was my favorite! It had a bit of sweetness to it and the shrimp was cooked well. When I ordered to-go, we got the Nero which was the squid ink pasta. It was delicious and worth a try! The seafood tasted fresh. I also ordered the Fritto Misto which was still a bit crispy when I got home even though it was to-go! We also ordered the chocolate cake and tiramisu. Both enjoyable! I don't believe you can go wrong at Convivio and it's a great place that is near home.

I'll say this restaurant has a great service with a terrible dish. The NERO which is the pasta is toooooo hard to eat. This pasta is really a Tragedy. We ordered 2 at a table and the other one is slightly softer. The restaurant refused to cook again and saying it is what it is. Just do not come and have your dinner here.

After thoroughly enjoying our experience a few years prior, we decided to celebrate our six year anniversary at Convivio. David was a charming server who was involved and conversational with solid recommendations. We got the funghi bruschetta appetizer, which convinced even someone adverse to mushrooms to order the mushroom rigatoni. All of the food we've had here, regardless of the Italian regional focus, has been excellent. The checks are delivered in "Convivio" novels, which boast well-deserved compliments to various members of the staff as well as nostalgic messages and signatures from guests. We'd written in one novel on our last visit and when we expressed interest in tracking it down at the end of our meal, the hostess Maria R. was extremely helpful in providing stacks of novels for our perusal. We continued our search at the small bar at the front, where bartender Jake provided delightful espresso martinis as nightcaps as well as several other checkbook novels. While we were ultimately unsuccessful in our search and decided to leave our mark on a new novel, it was clear everyone at Convivio -- front and back of house -- was determined to make our night. Go to Convivio.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED My first time here. The food and service were excellent. We had squid pasta with lobster & shrimp, kids had cheese pizza, and Cesar salad. Our server Helena was very kind and patient. Even the water was excellent! Restaurant was clean and nicely decorated.

I absolutely loved my time at Convivio. My boyfriend and I went here for our Anniversary. I would definitely recommend making a reservation as it was very busy on a Saturday night. Both of our meals were out of this world. We would highly recommend them both. The tiramisu was delicious. Being Italian I have high standards and usually don't go to Italian restaurants and I will definitely be returning. The service was great and attentive. You can tell they were trying to turn tables but I didn't feel rushed. The vibe of the restaurant is like rustic Italian. It is very clean in there as well. The seating area for waiting is a bit small. The parking lot has plenty of room though. Also the complimentary bread was out of this world too. Very fresh bread! The prices I feel like were typical for this kind of restaurant but it would be worth it due to the quality of the food!