Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 31882 Del Obispo St, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Phone: (949) 443-0423
Website: http://www.crivellositalianbistro.com/
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Order and Reservations
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Reviews
Brooke Grant
Thank you for a delicious and warming meal that made our night. Tiramisu was delish!
… moreTatum Lenahan
Crivello’s is our local Italian spot that my daughter and I love to go to for a girls day! Our server Christy is super friendly, kind and attentive. The food, well I used to be a professional chef and I’m from the east coast and this spot does the trick! Super fresh, tasty, authentic~ we love love love the calamari, bruschetta, chicken parm, octopus, desserts and I don’t know what they do to their house salad but sometimes I just crave that 🙂 …but of course end up getting so much more. It’s delicious!
… moreW Perry
First visit, will not be back.
Although the Ravioli was good, the Bolognese sauce was very good.
But the house bread was very dry (with no offer for more), the green salad was offered with Italian dressing only (I asked) and even when I added more, it was pretty much tasteless. The table cheese was not freshly grated (maybe Kraft ?). No other drink was offered after wine was refused.
… moreAlthough the Ravioli was good, the Bolognese sauce was very good.
But the house bread was very dry (with no offer for more), the green salad was offered with Italian dressing only (I asked) and even when I added more, it was pretty much tasteless. The table cheese was not freshly grated (maybe Kraft ?). No other drink was offered after wine was refused.
Daniel G Garza
We were driving back into town and were craving italian. We have some nice places in Laguna Beach and there’s always Olive Garden, but we wanted somewhere new. We Googled and found Crivello’s.
We weren’t very original in our order I had the Fettuccini Alfredo with Chicken and my friend had it with Shrimp. I found out the Alfredo Sauce is made fresh to order, the chicken had seasoning to it. Make sure to order the side of bread, it isn’t served automatically.
We saved enough room for dessert and decided on the Chocolate Cake… WOW!!! It was huge and delicious, with chocolate sprinkles, so much that we took half of it home.
Adolfo the server was so great. When we mentioned that it was our first time, he patiently went over the menu and specials. We were in a silly mood, he laughed at our jokes!
I am going to make it a point to go back and try the specials, the lasagna (which was enormous), and more of the homemade desserts.
… moreWe weren’t very original in our order I had the Fettuccini Alfredo with Chicken and my friend had it with Shrimp. I found out the Alfredo Sauce is made fresh to order, the chicken had seasoning to it. Make sure to order the side of bread, it isn’t served automatically.
We saved enough room for dessert and decided on the Chocolate Cake… WOW!!! It was huge and delicious, with chocolate sprinkles, so much that we took half of it home.
Adolfo the server was so great. When we mentioned that it was our first time, he patiently went over the menu and specials. We were in a silly mood, he laughed at our jokes!
I am going to make it a point to go back and try the specials, the lasagna (which was enormous), and more of the homemade desserts.
Hector Flores
**Five Star Review for Crivello’s Italian Bistro**
My wife and I recently had the pleasure of dining at Crivello’s Italian Bistro in San Juan Capistrano, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Our server, Christy, truly made the afternoon special with her professionalism and extensive knowledge of the menu. Her descriptions of the dishes were so vivid and enticing, I could almost taste them before they arrived.
We started with the fried calamari appetizer, which was perfectly crispy and delicious. The veal piccata we ordered was tender and flavorful, complemented beautifully by a fresh Caesar salad. The baked artichoke was another highlight, cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. To top it all off, we indulged in a fantastic carrot cake for dessert, paired with a rich, aromatic espresso.
The ambience of Crivello’s is equally impressive, with charming music and casually-quaint scenery that enhanced our dining experience. I cannot recommend Crivello’s Italian Bistro enough – it’s a gem in San Juan Capistrano that delivers both outstanding food and exceptional service. Thank you, Christy, for making our late afternoon unforgettable!
… moreMy wife and I recently had the pleasure of dining at Crivello’s Italian Bistro in San Juan Capistrano, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Our server, Christy, truly made the afternoon special with her professionalism and extensive knowledge of the menu. Her descriptions of the dishes were so vivid and enticing, I could almost taste them before they arrived.
We started with the fried calamari appetizer, which was perfectly crispy and delicious. The veal piccata we ordered was tender and flavorful, complemented beautifully by a fresh Caesar salad. The baked artichoke was another highlight, cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. To top it all off, we indulged in a fantastic carrot cake for dessert, paired with a rich, aromatic espresso.
The ambience of Crivello’s is equally impressive, with charming music and casually-quaint scenery that enhanced our dining experience. I cannot recommend Crivello’s Italian Bistro enough – it’s a gem in San Juan Capistrano that delivers both outstanding food and exceptional service. Thank you, Christy, for making our late afternoon unforgettable!
Michele DeVeaux
The service was excellent! They made me feel so welcome even though I was dining alone. Food was excellent.
… moreHaydee b. Lopez
Crivello’s Italian Bistro is hands down the best place for amazing Italian food! Every dish we’ve tried has been absolutely perfect—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the staff is always kind and attentive. Highly recommend Crivello’s if you’re looking for authentic Italian cuisine paired with outstanding service!
… moreBill
A snug Italian restaurant with a wide array of pasta options. The Linguine Frutti de Mare was hearty and delicious. I also enjoyed the cozy ambiance and attentive service.
… morefabiana santucci
Great service by Dylan! Had the carbonara but substituted for linguine instead of spaghetti pasta, no peas (my preference). It was delicious. The Cesar salad was fresh and great. Would recommend
… moreSam Muscariello
This place was unknown to me until yesterday, and I’m so stoked that we came across it while out shopping. The restaurant was nearly full, but we were fortunate to get a nice table, and we were greeted, served promptly, and the menu was packed with traditional dishes, all of which sounded awesome. But as is my way in a new restaurant, I went right for one of the most difficult dishes to execute….the manicotti 🙂
While I fully expected to be underwhelmed, when it was brought to the table, I was immediately surprised (pleasantly) rather than using manicotti pasta shells, the chef had given it a twist, using a scratch made crepe as the shell to hold the delicious ricotta parmesan blend. I could instantly tell the marinara was handmade, adorned with a beautiful fresh cut chiffonade of basil sprinkled over the sauce and plate. The smell was amazing. And then, the first bite…..omg! The balance, the fresh ingredients, bright marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, fresh basil, absolutely amazing and delicate. It was a 10 out of 10.
My wife ordered the italian sub, panini style. It was also packed with beautiful fresh cold cuts, tomato and cheese, perfectly pressed and warmed. Delicious! It isn’t often that you encounter someone in the kitchen that truly knows what they’re doing, but Sebastian blew us away with his approach to Italian/Sicilian dishes. He is absolutely a master chef.
I would wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone. Can’t wait to go back. I was told by our server that the Tiramisu is a family recipe, and on a scale of 1-10, it’s a 100. Definitely on my list for next time. :))
… moreWhile I fully expected to be underwhelmed, when it was brought to the table, I was immediately surprised (pleasantly) rather than using manicotti pasta shells, the chef had given it a twist, using a scratch made crepe as the shell to hold the delicious ricotta parmesan blend. I could instantly tell the marinara was handmade, adorned with a beautiful fresh cut chiffonade of basil sprinkled over the sauce and plate. The smell was amazing. And then, the first bite…..omg! The balance, the fresh ingredients, bright marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, fresh basil, absolutely amazing and delicate. It was a 10 out of 10.
My wife ordered the italian sub, panini style. It was also packed with beautiful fresh cold cuts, tomato and cheese, perfectly pressed and warmed. Delicious! It isn’t often that you encounter someone in the kitchen that truly knows what they’re doing, but Sebastian blew us away with his approach to Italian/Sicilian dishes. He is absolutely a master chef.
I would wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone. Can’t wait to go back. I was told by our server that the Tiramisu is a family recipe, and on a scale of 1-10, it’s a 100. Definitely on my list for next time. :))