Little Napoli
Italian restaurant · Carmel-by-the-Sea ·

Little Napoli

Italian restaurant · Carmel-by-the-Sea ·

Rustic Italian cuisine & Chianti in cozy quarters

italian food
pizza
ambiance
garlic bread
service
crab ravioli
truffle gnocchi
cozy atmosphere
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Dolores St, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921 Get directions

$30–50

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Popular for lunch
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Dolores St, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921 Get directions

+1 831 626 6335
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$30–50 · Menu

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Features

•Usually a wait
•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Dinner reservations recommended
•Cozy
•Romantic

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Jan 21, 2026

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Little Napoli

Sanved T.

Google
One is the best Italian places I've never had the chance to have food at. Absolutely loved the flavors and the offerings. I had the pink sauce pasta with rigatoni and I highly recommend it. The chicken parm was very tasty as well. They also accept dogs. Would definitely visit again.

Raquel Y.

Google
This restaurant was super cute, had delicious food, and amazing service. We felt like we were transported to Italy. Loved the outdoor seating with heat lamps. We ordered arencibi which were stellar, salad which they kindly split for us, and the mushroom white truffle pizza was delicious. We also got a bottle Italian wine Chianti which was excellent. It was a perfect Friday night. Highly recommend!

Meet S.

Google
Such an amazing dining experience! The ambience is beautiful and instantly gives you that charming Italy vibe. The food was incredibly delicious — I was already thinking about coming back before I even finished my meal. Definitely a must-visit restaurant when you’re in the Bay Area!

Negin N.

Google
Delicious food with Italian vibes. The atmosphere is amazing, they have both indoor and outdoor area. They have beautiful bar area as well. We had Mushroom truffle pizza with Lasagna, the Lasagna’s receipt was for chef’s grandfather for World War II. Both really delicious with a lot of different tastes in the mouth. We had the brownies with ice cream as dessert and it was yummy. I didn’t like the service though, they were not precise, gave table late, forgot to bring menu for 15 minutes and mess about the birthday surprise. I loved the restaurant though because the atmosphere was friendly and cozy

Bhaumik M.

Google
This Italian restaurant is an absolute gem, truly a cozy and lovingly decorated place that transports you straight to Europe. Its location is absolutely charming, nestled on a corner street with one entire wall adorned with beautiful pink flowers on a vine – a truly picturesque sight! Step inside, and you'll discover a cozy patio at the center of the building, decorated so thoughtfully that it immediately evokes the feeling of being in Italy. The entire place is so nicely crafted and decorated, it effortlessly transports you back in time and across the ocean. The food is just as amazing as the ambiance. From the delicious bruschetta to the flavorful garlic bread and the fantastic pizza, everything we tried was simply wonderful. Our daughter had a great time, and my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed every bite. The only reminder that we were still in the USA was the baseball and American football playing on the TV; otherwise, we were completely immersed and transported back to Italy. This is a must-try place for anyone seeking an authentic, delightful Italian dining experience in a truly enchanting setting!

Suman H.

Google
I absolutely loved this place. I have to admit this was not our first choice. We went on a long weekend for dinner without any reservation. After getting turned away from multiple restaurants on our list, we were getting desperate and were randomly going to every restaurant, we could see. This one was totally a pleasant surprise. It was pretty late in the night, but the restaurant was still quite full. Our server was the sweetest lady. We were seated indoors which is a very basic, but relaxing and rustic atmosphere. They also have an outdoor area which looks very nice in night with all the lights. The menu is classic, Italian. The prices are average for the area and the portion sizes are extremely generous, making it a good deal. I started with the Caesar salad, which was freshly made. It actually had whole anchovies and not just in the sauce, which I found to be quite unique. For my mains, I got a chopinno, which is a San Francisco style seafoods stew. The seafood was fresh, and it was delicious. It came with cheesy toast, garlic bread, which is unusual pairing, but it went along perfectly. I also tried the pesto pasta, which was creamy and very herby. Everything was delicious and overall, it was such a great dinner . A few of our friends were vegetarian, and even they walked away, fully satisfied and happy.

Bharadwaja G.

Google
Thoroughly enjoyed the food! Been there for lunch. They have both outdoor & indoor seating available. Food tasted amazing, I loved their Tiramisu.

James N.

Google
Decor is all Italian, sat in Sinatra room. Plenty of tables inside and out. Pizza was very good, nice chewy crust and perfect as an app. Coppino is worth trying, lots of seafood. Wild boar pasta also a recommendation. Chef Pepe's barrel aged cocktails were excellent, and you can buy the bottles
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Tracy R.

Yelp
I thought this place was, overall, very good. Ambience: it's cute in there and welcoming. Lots of people have posted pictures and they are all spot on. Has kind of a date night vibe, but you could bring kids here and split some pizzas and the price wouldn't be completely obnoxious. Service: they were busy in there, but the service was fairly attentive and on point. Note, if you don't have a reservation, you will probably have to wait. Food: we had salads and pizzas. Everything was good. Crust on the pizza was delicious. Quality anchovies used on the Caesar salad, which is always a sticking point for me. The mixed green salad with the beets was good. Drinks: Clearly they pride themselves on being advanced in this area. Of the two cocktails we had, one was really good, the other so so. The martini was basically a glass of gin - no vermouth to speak of and it was insufficiently chilled. The server offered to take it back, but I just threw some ice cubes in it and it was fine. Yeah I'm picky about my cocktails, sue me. Anyway - you should go. Apparently Chef Pepe has a lot of restaurants in the area and this is one of them. Thumbs up Chef Pepe!
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Claudia A.

Yelp
Wow! Next time I come to Carmel, this is definitely a pasta spot I will look forward to! The food is absolutely delicious! The chicken wasn't dry, it was perfect. The pasta with the white sauce next to it was a pleasant surprise!! The sauce for my lasagna rich with flavor, and although I'm not a fan of chunky pieces of onion and tomato, I enjoyed it anyway. Tips: make reservations early!! It seems obvious, but you may have a long wait time.
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Breanne M.

Yelp
Ambiance is absolutely lovely and so romantic. My boyfriend and I went after dark and it felt very Italian. The food was good, I got the hobo stew and it was good. I would say it's too pricey for what you get but still lovely time The website mentioned a dress code and it slightly stressed my boyfriend out because he didn't bring a collared shirt but when we got there people were dressed in a variety of ways.
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Kasey S.

Yelp
Highly recommend! Very cute restaurant. While the service was a little slow, it all was overlooked by the amazing food. Get the truffle gnocchi! I wanted to lick the bowl
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Bri F.

Yelp
We were wandering around Caramel looking for a place for dinner, and found Little Napoli! We were kindly sat despite coming about forty-five minutes before closing. Our waitress was so friendly and really made our dining experience enjoyable! We ordered the Margherita 'dal 1889' pizza and the cheese ravioli 'della hoboken'. The plates were large and comfortably fed three people. Delicious dishes, great service, and a fun dining atmosphere out in the courtyard. Highly recommend this restaurant!
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Chris W.

Yelp
Food: 3/5 Service: 1/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Food: $$ We were exploring our options in Monterey and the patio they have caught my eyes. After browsing with many options in the neighborhood, I finally landed in Little Napoli! We were very excited, the manager helped us out and told us that the wait would be 45 minutes no reservation. We decided to sat at the bar area and it's the biggest mistake we made. The server came and asked us if we want to have any drinks besides water. We turned the offer down and I feel the hostility to us because we didn't order any cocktail or wine. Then she came back repeatedly and rushed us to order despite being told that we are not ready. She came back 3 times asking "are you ready?" within 7 minutes while we're having a conversation. We ordered our food and felt left out for the entire meal didn't even bother to refill our water. The manager was nice and friendly. The food was good. The risotto was good, pizza was ok. Unfortunately, we will not be coming back.
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Philipp B.

Yelp
Visited Little Napoli for the first time. House red, a lovely Nero d'Avolo, was excellent, and very reasonably priced at happy hour (which includes house red and white, cocktails, and small bites, all reasonably priced). Rustic, homey white bean soup was hearty and tasty. Cioppino was solid overall. Tomato/wine/fish stock base was tasty and salted just right. Volume of seafood was good, quality of seafood so-so, except for the mussels, which were plump and delicious. Calamari was fairly rubbery. But I'd still grade the cioppino a A-/A overall. Bread served alongside cioppino was mediocre.  No non- or low-dairy desserts at all, not even sorbet or fruit. But this isn't that far from the norm, usually there's just a sorbet and/or fruit option for folks with dairy intolerances. We sat in a casual dining and bar area where all seating is open. The music is fairly loud and it draws lots of families, plus the room has lots of hard surfaces, so it's loud and casual, but if you don't mind that, the ambiance is nice. Service was excellent, attentive and very friendly.
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Shirley F.

Yelp
Parking was probably the MOST challenging and stressful part of the brunch. It all PAID OFF once we were seated and our cocktails came out. Charcuterie Board - Paired so PERFECTLY, savory, sweet, spicy, crunchy and chewy they covered it all Truffle Gnocchi - I've never had ANYTHING like it, the gnocchi pillows had a type of cheese filling, this was MINDBLOWING Anyways, I definitely recommend y'all check them out when you're in the area?
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Ariana M.

Yelp
Very nice experience overall. We visited this nice, little, Italian spot in Carmel. We made a reservation for 2 on a Sunday noon. Our server was very nice and attentive, and consistenly checked on us throughout our meal. We ordered the margherita pizza, crab ravioli (per our waiter's recommendation), and the brocoli garlic rabe dish. Overall, the food was a 4/5. It was good but nothing stood out.
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Trisha T.

Yelp
My boyfriend and I had the opportunity to visit Carmel for a short romantic getaway. This was one restaurant we stopped at and it was so so lovely. The outside decor with the fairly lights makes it feel like you're on an Italian getaway! The service was a 12/10, I do wish I wrote this sooner as our waitress provided exceptional service! Drinks always full, checked on us but wasn't overbearing, also very knowledgeable of the menu. Here's what we got: Garlic Bread: 10/10 tasted great, would've loved to save some with the ravioli I got but we couldn't resist Crab Ravioli: 10/10 my boyfriend was worried it would not fill me up but these ravioli were STUFFED with crab and were way bigger than regular ravioli. The sauce was absolutely delicious. If you love crab you'll love this dish! Fangool Pizza: 10/10, delicious taste. Hot honey on pizza is always an elite combo if you've never tried it yourself. Crust was nice and crisp and it was cooked to perfection ! Peach Caprese: omg.. 10/10, I would order this again! I think it was a summer exclusive menu item but my goodness was it tasty! The peach and basil paired so well with that fluffy ricotta cheese. HIGHLY recommend Overall, this place exceeded our expectations. I will say it is a bit pricey but well worth the visit if you're staying in the area ^_^
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Megan B.

Yelp
We were seated quickly at a romantic table by the fire. The service was excellent. My partner got a manhattan and I got the limoncello cocktail. We got a house red wine for the meal. We shared the burratta appetizer which was phenomenal. I got the wild boar pappardelle and my partner got the gnocchi. We enjoyed the pappardelle the best. It was amazing with lots of flavor. For dessert we got the lemon limoncello cake and we basically inhaled it. The decor and the mood were perfect. I had always wanted to try this place and I am super glad that we did.
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Tom T.

Yelp
Great service and food. The pizza was very good - some of the best crust I've had in a while. Definitely worth trying when you're in Carmel. Pastas are tasty too!
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Amanda M.

Yelp
My friend & I went here for the awesome happy hour specials. We went with meatballs (7), arancini (7), and a pizza (14). This was plenty of food to keep us full well into the evening. We skipped out on wine/cocktails because we had just come from a winery but the cocktail menu looked inviting. Would definitely recommend all 3 of these dishes if you're planning a visit!
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Kamil B.

Yelp
We were seated immediately on a Saturday noon and service was fast. The gnocchi had a really nice pillowy texture and the seafood risotto was seasoned well and a huge portion. The breaded chicken was dry and bland, and the pasta was overcooked.
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Ned T.

Yelp
Super cute spot in Carmel (Little Napoli) with very authentic Italian pizza. The atmosphere was cozy and charming, and the pizza was absolutely delicious fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with quality ingredients. The staff was very welcoming, and our waitress was friendly, professional, and attentive. She even suggested a few appetizers, which were a great start to the meal. Overall, a wonderful experience and definitely a place I'd come back to.
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Anny Yirong W.

Yelp
Little Napoli has that charming, old-world Italian vibe -- warm lighting, cozy decor, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to linger over wine and good conversation. It's right in the heart of town, so it's popular -- we waited about 20-25 minutes for a table, but it was worth it once we sat down. Service was warm, attentive, and well-paced, with our server checking in just enough without hovering. Truffle Gnocchi: Pillowy-soft gnocchi in a rich, aromatic truffle cream sauce -- decadent and comforting. Margherita Pizza: Thin crust with a nice chew, fresh mozzarella, bright tomato sauce, and fragrant basil -- simple done right. San Vito Pizza: Savory and hearty, topped generously with house Italian sausage and bell peppers for a great salty-fresh balance. Cannelloni Tricolore: Rich and flavorful with a satisfying mix of fillings, baked to perfection under a blanket of sauce and cheese. Overall: A cozy, welcoming spot with delicious Italian comfort food, attentive service, and a lively, inviting atmosphere -- worth the wait if you're in Monterey.
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Arnel E.

Yelp
This Italian restaurant located right smack in the middle of Carmel-By-The-Sea has prices that would reflect this beach city's opulence, so no complaints there. We passed by this Neapolitan festooned eatery while getting lost admiring the fairy-tale architecture of CBTS. No reservations on Friday's first day of summer, but our group of 9 was accommodated by splitting us into two tables at the Bar Napoli. The inside was also very reminiscent of European eateries decked with bottles of wine, spirits and consumables for purchase. My son ordered the San Vito (housemade Italian sausage) pizza while my wife and I shared the Amalfi Salad (think Cesar's salad with prawn, shrimp & avocado). Food was surprisingly good for a touristy venue. I also liked the Chef Pepe Old Fashioned to start this dinner.
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Karen L.

Yelp
We love Carmel and all of the restaurants it has to offer. Tonight we tried Little Napoli for the first time, and we're glad we did! Since we are traveling with our golden doodle baby, the heated patio was the perfect setting for us and two friends and their dog too! We started with cocktails then moved on to the out of this world garlic bread. Don't miss this one! For an appetizer we tried the meatball lollipops which were a little spicy and a lot delicious! For dinner we had the grilled salmon with asparagus and couscous. The salmon was perfectly cooked and very flavorful. The Amalfi salad with shrimp, prawns, avocado, gorgonzola, and croutons was outstanding. Pizza was also a must, so don't forget to order one! Service is very friendly and we can't wait to come back!
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Alisa B.

Yelp
TOP TIER PIZZA CRUST!!!! Wow... some how it is cripsy while being perfectly chewy. My favorite kind of pizza crust. They also do not skimp on the high quality ingredients. Get the Diavola! Savory, spicy, and perfectly cheesy. This was also so scrumptious as a beach picnic snack. I highly recommend this popular gem if you're in the area! Ordered my pizza easily on the website. Can't wait to dine in someday, but parking is difficult!
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Douglas Y.

Yelp
One of the few places offering Happy Hour in Carmel. We had the meatball lollipops, beet salad , and white truffle mushroom pizza from the Happy hour menu. The food was good and the pizza was a steal at $15. We sat in the courtyard which is full of Italian village charm. We had the pistachio cannoli and affogato for dessert. The cannoli was meh but the affogato was heaven in a glass. Our server was the friendliest we have encountered in Carmel so far and the support staff was attentive. Little Napoli us a solid spot.
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Kay L.

Yelp
Cute restaurant in Carmel. We ordered the pizza and it was delicious! The crab ravioli was delicious, as was the rigatoni. My daughter's cheese ravioli wasn't to her standards. She had a two bites and didn't touch the rest, and she loves cheese ravioli. Complete miss there. My favorite dish was the calamari- perfectly breaded and fried. It wasn't oily at all. Nonalcoholic drinks are good here! Service is attentive. Prices are mid to high for what you get. Service tip starts at 20% minimum here. I'd come back for the pizza and calamari.
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Lauren L.

Yelp
Literally CANNOT stop thinking about this place. The garlic bread is light and fluffy, yet crispy and full of flavors without having grease drip down. The meatballs in the spaghetti tasted fresh, cut apart with just a fork, and most importantly doesn't have that freezer burn / chemically taste some do. Cooked to perfection. The Pepperoni Pizza with Hot Honey and Ranch were all of my favorite combinations, literally. Inside is honestly adorable, feels like you're at your Italian granma's house with the fireplace and amazing decor. Our server was sooo funny and honestly great to hear her confidence in our choices! We also got a little tiramisu, so light but we were probably too full to truly enjoy it! Will definitely be coming back.
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Bryce S.

Yelp
Located on the South part of the main area of Carmel, is Little Napoli. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Anywhere you choose to go, it feels like you're in Italy. The service was great. The fresh rolls were fluffy, buttery and good. We ordered the Margherita and Abruzzese Pizzas. They were good. Fresh mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes, fresh Basil, delicious pesto(with pine nuts) and great goat cheese to add fatty, bitterness, slight funk, to cut through. It was Neapolitan. I got a tiramisu to go. Creamy, chocolate, airy, light, deliciousness. *Overall, good. Not quite Neapolitan Certified, but very good. Didn't care for the Pine Nuts on the Abruzzese*
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Mukta D.

Yelp
We visited this restaurant for a snack, in between lunch and dinner.. Food 3/5 : we ordered artichoke croquettes (4/5) and white truffle pie with pesto (2/5). We enjoyed croquettes, tasted fresh, good texture, light, non greasy balls with well made aioli. Pizza on the other hand was quite disappointing. The crust was rubbery, toppings altogether weren't exciting and fell flat; one note flavor with sweet after taste Service 5/5 : the hostess was really soft spoken, gave us plenty of time to think about our order, showed interest in having a conversation, made us feel welcome and brought a good gentle vibe to the table Ambiance 5/5 : the patio area is cute and cozy. We enjoyed our meal in that surrounding. It wasn't loud and we were able to chat without feeling overwhelmed with nearby chatter
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Lenore N.

Yelp
Lovely casual Italian food with a nice bar and tvs everywhere. Lovely helpful charming waitress. We're in artichoke country so I had an artichoke appetizer. It did not disappoint. My salad was fresh with prawns and baby shrimp. My husband's chicken parm was a generous portion with loaf of gooey sauce. I'd come back, anytime. It's reasonably priced too.
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Jeff K.

Yelp
Ate here for lunch day before a marathon in Big Sur. Loved everything I had and filled me up, something ! needed after no breakfast. Had: Garlic bread (great) Saffron Arancini (really good) Pacific Northwest salmon (highly recommend)
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Dexter J.

Yelp
We decided to go to the bar side of the restaurant and to be honest, we enjoyed more than the restaurant side. We don't drink, but the pizza that we had was some of the best I have had in the local area. If you want a very relaxing and soft vibe, the bar side (at the corner of the street) is the way to go. They have TVs everywhere, which is perfect for the sports people. However, it's not overwhelming to where it is distracting. Definitely worth the visit and I highly recommend getting the Daviola pizza!!
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Jason G.

Yelp
This is our first dining experience at Little Napoli. We walked by this restaurant while visiting the cool galleries and shops here in Carmel. The smells of the food really caught our attention and the ambiance looked perfect! We decided to come back here for lunch after looking at all the dining options in the local area. We were seated right away but we waited fifteen to twenty minutes before we were greeted by our server and offered waters. We ordered the crab raviolis and garlic bread, it was the perfect combination to share for lunch. The food was delicious and the presentation was perfect! I ordered the San Diego Lager too, it paired well. The food came out fast but we were never checked on while we dined. For that reason, this review will be four stars instead of five. I do recommend dining here if you have the time but the service is lacking. The food is amazing though.
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Kevin G.

Yelp
We went here for my birthday dinner and it did not disappoint! It was delicious and really hit the spot! The pizza was some of the tastiest pizza I've had in this area. The garlic bread added in the perfect appetizer! Our server was fantastic and so friendly! She made the experience even better!
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Anisha Y.

Yelp
Nice outdoor seating, though a bit cramped. The pizza wasn't great--felt too brittle. The spaghetti was okay but not worth the price, and the mousse was alright.
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Juan V.

Yelp
Nice ambience: cool bar and dining room vibe, but on the noisy side; the patio is much nicer for dining and talking. The Caesar salad was terrific, although the croutons were on the mingy side; the anchovy was a nice touch. The "white truffle pie" was delicious but again, a bit stingy with the Cambozola cheese; the crust was just OK but the whole thing worked really well. Wine pours by the glass were generous, the stemware is very nice, and the service was professional, attentive, engaging, and courteous. The one thing that was *not* good at all was the 45-minute wait (on a weeknight) even though we had a reservation. Other than that (and it's kind of a biggie for me) this is a good restaurant and I recommend it.
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Zsadé R.

Yelp
We celebrated our anniversary dinner at Little Napoli, and I have to say my boyfriend did an excellent job choosing this place. I loved everything about our experience. The food, the ambiance, and the service were all perfect. We started with garlic bread and marinara sauce as an appetizer, which was a great choice. I ordered the Cannelloni Tricolore, and it was absolutely to die for. I cherished every bite. My boyfriend went with the Chicken Parmigiana, and he thoroughly enjoyed it as well. To top off our meal, we shared a delicious tiramisu for dessert. Overall, we had a fantastic dining experience and will definitely return if we find ourselves in the area again. I cannot recommend Little Napoli enough!
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Tracy W.

Yelp
Still our favorite restaurant in the Monterey area. Food, Service, and Ambiance are wonderful. We arrived early for the 4pm dinner serving on a Wednesday. Husband loved his Halibut; perfectly cooked and flavorful We have a new favorite appetizer in the Pepe Board (yum).
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Jamie M.

Yelp
We visit Carmel once a year around the holidays and typically have lunch at Little Napoli shortly after we make the drive from the South Bay. Ambiance and Service: There are two sides to the restaurant -- the left-hand side is the one we usually are seated in for lunch, and I expect the right-hand side is filled in during the dinner rush. The interior of Little Napoli is adorned with Italian-themed art and Ferrari flags and memorabilia. It's cute and gives you that I'm-really-eating-at-an-Italian-restaurant vibe. As for the service at Little Napoli, in my experience, it has always been very friendly and sufficiently attentive. No issues whatsoever. Food: The food here is very good. The Little Napoli menu is comprised of standard Italian fare done well. I ordered the Amalfi salad (romaine lettuce, smaller bay shrimp and prawns, avocado, Caesar dressing) and a side of French fries to add a little bit of joy to my pre-wedding diet. My dining companions ordered the spaghetti and meatballs and lasagna, both of which were a a hit because they completely cleared their plates. We finished off our meal with some espresso/coffee served with a little biscotti (yum)! Overall, I'd say Little Napoli is a solid choice for a no-fuss meal when visiting Carmel.
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Cassy S.

Yelp
Cute place in the heart of Carmel. This place offers indoor, outdoor seating, as well as a bar. Everyone who works here is great, from the staff that sat us to our waitress. We ordered a couple of pizzas, and my husband got the tiramisu. The pizza was satisfying.
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Austin Ekizian ..

Yelp
Simply incredible. A true Carmel gem. This has been my favorite place in the world ever since my parents first brought me as a little kid. I can't tell you how many times I've recommended Little Napoli to anyone going to Carmel. Ambiance is a 10/10, food breaks the scale everytime.
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Danny N.

Yelp
Great spot for lunch or dinner. We like sitting in the outdoor patio. The service and food is great. They offer great pizza along with gluten free pizza. Great cocktails and appetizers. Their calamari is cooked perfectly.
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Sal B.

Yelp
This is The second time ive been There I checked The Menu I saw Short Ribs So as I ordered it The waiter says oh The Hobo stew. I Was thinking No Short Ribs When it CameI was disappointed The menu should Say Hobo Stew It was good but for $36 dollars Ill never orerder again. Especially When expectng 2 large pieces as other restaurants. I also ordered an Apple Pie Dessert (No Image) It was Good but different Like pie crust Round and cooked cinamon Apples On Top $13
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Heley O.

Yelp
I came here for happy hour as a party of 2 around 4:50pm on a Saturday and were seated right away at the bar. They had some great drink specials, $8 for an espresso martini, and really good food deals. We got the artichoke croquettes, meatball lollipops, truffle gnocchi, di stefano salad, and white truffle pie. My absolute favorites were the artichoke croquettes, truffle gnocchi, and the fried goat cheese on the di stefano salad. I'm not usually a gnocchi person, but the truffle gnocchi were cooked to perfection. The artichoke croquettes were also delicious with a crisp exterior and delicious filling. The di stefano salad was a simple salad with greens and beets, but the fried goat cheese ball they had on it was so good and complimented the dish so well. The only thing I didn't love was the white truffle pie. As much as I love caramelized onions, I thought the pie had too much caramelized onion on it and it overpowered the pie. I wish there was less onion and maybe a ricotta or some other savory cheese on top to balance it out. But overall, I'd highly recommend this place. It was a sweet deal for happy hour and the food was delicious.
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D F.

Yelp
Lamb shank was Dy-no-mite!!! Definitely going to be back to try other dishes. There was a pizza and a pasta I wanted to try but didnt have time
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Mochi M.

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What a cute and cozy Italian restaurant! A gem to the neighborhood and I was delighted to experience their dining and food.
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Viji V.

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I used to love this place. We had a few pasta dishes, the garlic bread and the caprese salad - all was fine but mediocre. The pasta was ok but really about the same quality as my local pasta restaurant. Nothing special at all. Almost a little bland. My daughter had the lobster ravioli and loved that ! Restaurant was charming and staff were fine.
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Frances M.

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Si, si. Make a reservación and sit in the main dining area or the Frank Sinatra Room like we did. The pizza diábolo was delicious! Great service and wine. We ordered the Dolcetto d'alba, rico y suave. One bathroom-not enough. Parking a challenge, but then it's Carmel-by-the-sea, a luxury playground!

Ricardo H.

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Great happy hour! Pizza 15 and drinks 8 off the happy hour menu Chicken parm is not on the happy hour menu.
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Suraj P.

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The courtyard seating is really incredible, especially once they turn the lights on! The food was all delicious, their pesto in particular was amazing! Our waiter was super friendly and helped us figure out what we would like to order. Definitely a cozy Italian restaurant that is worth checking out!
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Luis R.

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We stopped in for lunch and had an awesome meal at Little Napoli. For appetizers, we tried the Housemade Smoked Sausage with crispy polenta, calamari, and the Fried Artichoke Crocchette. The sausage had great flavor, and the peppers and onions it came with were delicious. The polenta was light and paired really well. Calamari was super fresh and crispy, and the artichoke crocchette kind of reminded me of a fancy artichoke dip--really tasty. For mains, we got the White Truffle Pie, the Diavola Pizza, and the Pink Vodka Sauce 'Jackie-O' pasta. The truffle pizza was amazing, and the Diavola had great flavor too, just a little oily from the meat (not complaining though). The crust on both pizzas was nice and light. The real standout for me was the Jackie-O pasta--creamy vodka sauce with pancetta and fresh peas that gave it a nice bite. I literally started dipping my pizza crust into the sauce because I didn't want to waste any of it. So good. Service was solid, and overall, it was a very nice lunch. I'd definitely come back just for that pasta.
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Pratima M.

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A cute spot for Italian eats with a homey atmosphere -- it was easy to snag a table for two for a quick bite. The ambiance was lovely and the servers were attentive. The Crab Ravioli had generous portions, their HH deal on food and drinks was great.
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Marni W.

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The chicken parm was good and the ambience is on point. I almost sent the cioppino back-it was a little fishy and the broth was not developed or tasty, and I had to ask for extra lemons. They don't answer their phone when I tried calling 5 times. The service was good. Maybe just come here for the pasta
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Justin R.

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The waiter (Sunny) was super nice even when I ordered something not on the menu. The food was amazing and the courtyard ambiance was great. Hobo stew is a must try and the front door candy was 11 year old approved. On top of the world pizza, too!