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Upmarket Mediterranean cafe showcasing Italian cuisine & wines in a stylish, subdued setting.
Hours
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 6315 San Carlos St, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921
Phone: (831) 624-6545
Website: http://www.enzocarmel.com/
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Reviews
Maria Martello
We were walking through Carmel and spotted Enzo after noticing the menu posted outside: lasagna listed as the first entrée and tiramisu on the dessert menu immediately drew us in. We’re so glad it did.
Our first visit was a wonderful experience with Francesco, who brought such warmth and friendliness to the table. We enjoyed the scallop appetizer, lasagna, and the special of the day: a truly delicious tagliatelle truffle pasta. We finished with the tiramisu, which was perfectly made with classic ladyfingers and a very reasonable size to share.
We loved it so much that we stopped back again on our drive home from visiting family in the Bay Area. On our second visit (all within a week), we had the eggplant parmesan, rigatoni Calabria, and the pistachio mousse. Once again, everything was excellent. We were also thrilled to see Francesco again!
We really appreciated the friendly service, high-quality food, and the fact that we were able to walk in and be seated both times. Francesco’s warmth truly elevated the experience. His service really made our dining experience memorable. We visited around 11 a.m. the first time and right at noon the second, and watched the restaurant fill up quickly each day.
Highly recommend Enzo Italian for excellent Italian food, especially the pasta.
… moreOur first visit was a wonderful experience with Francesco, who brought such warmth and friendliness to the table. We enjoyed the scallop appetizer, lasagna, and the special of the day: a truly delicious tagliatelle truffle pasta. We finished with the tiramisu, which was perfectly made with classic ladyfingers and a very reasonable size to share.
We loved it so much that we stopped back again on our drive home from visiting family in the Bay Area. On our second visit (all within a week), we had the eggplant parmesan, rigatoni Calabria, and the pistachio mousse. Once again, everything was excellent. We were also thrilled to see Francesco again!
We really appreciated the friendly service, high-quality food, and the fact that we were able to walk in and be seated both times. Francesco’s warmth truly elevated the experience. His service really made our dining experience memorable. We visited around 11 a.m. the first time and right at noon the second, and watched the restaurant fill up quickly each day.
Highly recommend Enzo Italian for excellent Italian food, especially the pasta.
Azani Ajimatanrareje
I was craving some authentic Italian food and sure enough I found it here.
The calamari and shrimp appetizer was delicately fried and perfectly seasoned (especially the shrimp). And the fettuccini bolognese was very delicious and felt like I was right back in Italy.
Cool to see such an authentic place in the heart of Carmel.
… moreThe calamari and shrimp appetizer was delicately fried and perfectly seasoned (especially the shrimp). And the fettuccini bolognese was very delicious and felt like I was right back in Italy.
Cool to see such an authentic place in the heart of Carmel.
Ellen Lee
We found this place totally random, but since then, this has been our go-to-place whenever we visit Carmel. dog friendly, nice and cozy ambiance. We love their crab ravioli!! They also have good wine selections (mostly Italian wine).
… moreLois Button
We stayed at a hotel nearby that recommended this restaurant, and we were so glad they did! We met Enzo and he was so hospitable, so warm, and made us feel so welcome in the restaurant! We had the Caprese for appetizer, entrees were the Rigatoni and then the Seabass-the Rigatoni sauce was the best sauce my husband and I have ever tasted and I loved the pork sausage in the sauce as well-the Seabass my husband said was so incredibly fresh and flavorful! And then dessert was Tiramisu and I don’t even like Tiramisu but I think it’s because I’ve never had it like Enzo’s! At Enzo’s it was incredible! Enzo’s personality was so special and really warmed the atmosphere. The patio was very cute, but we sat inside due to it being so cold outside. The fireplace was a nice touch on the inside and we’re thankful to be able to sit next to it:) thank you and would definitely love to go again when we are back in the area!
… moreWilliam Fox
Impeccable service and atmosphere. We walked in without a reservation and were welcomed in right away. Great wine list, reasonably priced. We had the branzino which was prepared with artichokes and shallots with a light sauce (very different, very delicious!) the Pistacio Mousse was a great dessert touch. Highly recommend!
… moreMariella Hoskin
We chose the restaurant hoping to eat some good authentic Italian food; however it was a true disappointment. As an Italian couple born and raised in Italy we know what fresh fish and good food should taste like. The fried calamari was definitely frozen and not fresh since it was very chewy. The seafood pasta was supposed have clams and shrimps but they told us they only had shrimps; However we could tell the spaghetti was precooked and not prepared fresh. Basically the cost of the meal compared to the quality of the food was definitely disproportioned. You can’t pay for an appetizers $33 and pasta $37 and be disappointed of the quality of the food.
We live in San Diego and often eat out and know what good authentic Italian food should taste like. Please don’t sell your dining experience as authentic and upscale because it was definitely below average and budget food. The server was nice and did his job well.
… moreWe live in San Diego and often eat out and know what good authentic Italian food should taste like. Please don’t sell your dining experience as authentic and upscale because it was definitely below average and budget food. The server was nice and did his job well.
Michelle Mesa
Giving 2 stars because service was good and they were responsive when we received cold food. Got served a cold lasaña and cold bread. Carbonara is not authentic. Bathrooms don’t flush
… moreChelsea Hartman
This was my favorite meal in Carmel! Recommended by a local, the pasta was fresh and everything was so flavorful. We split the scallops, pesto gnocchi and the bolognese and it was all phenomenal. We ate early-probably before 5 and there were a couple other tables occupied. Everything came out fast and our waiter was attentive.
… moreLindsay Coulter (Lindsay Coulter Photography)
We loved our experience at Enzo! Our server gave us great recommendations on wine and food – if you are sensitive you might not like their delivery but it is very much the Italian way to tell you what is best. They know what is best based on your dietary needs – we took their advice and all was amazing. The reviews that are salty about the menu saying “the customer is not always right” are lacking a sense of humour If you’ve been to Italy you know, the restaurant owners love to tell you what is best and how to eat or drink well. We loved our experience and can’t wait to go back
… moreAfshin Afshar-Ghasemlou
Enzo: Tasty Food, Great Atmosphere
We were in Carmel by the Sea with friends from abroad. We were hungry and needed a meal before embarking on our city excursion. Enzo was the first restaurant that caught our attention as it welcomed dogs and piqued our interest. We opted to sit in the small yet comfortable backyard, which was nicely arranged.
The young man serving us was charming and always wore a smile. His great humor led to a few good laughs during our meal.
I wasn’t too hungry, so I ordered a Calabrese sandwich featuring Italian sausage, bell peppers, and Mozzarella cheese on Ciabatta bread. My significant other initially ordered an Artigiano sandwich with chicken breast, Mozzarella cheese, and grilled eggplants, but as she wasn’t a fan of eggplants, she swapped the eggplant for something else (although I can’t recall what). We each sampled half of the other’s sandwich, allowing us to taste both flavors. Our friends went for pasta, and we all enjoyed cold Italian beers. I chose Menabrea Bionda, which was both cold and delicious.
The sandwiches beat my expectations, particularly the quality of the bread. It made a significant difference in the overall flavor. I thoroughly enjoyed both half-sandwiches. It’s worth noting that the Calabrese sandwich packs a spicy kick, so consider this if you’re not a fan of medium spiciness.
We spent more than an hour at the restaurant and wrapped up our meal with coffee drinks to energize us before leaving.
For those on a tight budget, it’s important to know that Enzo is not a budget-friendly option, and the pasta portions aren’t particularly generous. However, the high quality of the food and service and the pleasant and relaxing atmosphere more than compensate for the prices.
… moreWe were in Carmel by the Sea with friends from abroad. We were hungry and needed a meal before embarking on our city excursion. Enzo was the first restaurant that caught our attention as it welcomed dogs and piqued our interest. We opted to sit in the small yet comfortable backyard, which was nicely arranged.
The young man serving us was charming and always wore a smile. His great humor led to a few good laughs during our meal.
I wasn’t too hungry, so I ordered a Calabrese sandwich featuring Italian sausage, bell peppers, and Mozzarella cheese on Ciabatta bread. My significant other initially ordered an Artigiano sandwich with chicken breast, Mozzarella cheese, and grilled eggplants, but as she wasn’t a fan of eggplants, she swapped the eggplant for something else (although I can’t recall what). We each sampled half of the other’s sandwich, allowing us to taste both flavors. Our friends went for pasta, and we all enjoyed cold Italian beers. I chose Menabrea Bionda, which was both cold and delicious.
The sandwiches beat my expectations, particularly the quality of the bread. It made a significant difference in the overall flavor. I thoroughly enjoyed both half-sandwiches. It’s worth noting that the Calabrese sandwich packs a spicy kick, so consider this if you’re not a fan of medium spiciness.
We spent more than an hour at the restaurant and wrapped up our meal with coffee drinks to energize us before leaving.
For those on a tight budget, it’s important to know that Enzo is not a budget-friendly option, and the pasta portions aren’t particularly generous. However, the high quality of the food and service and the pleasant and relaxing atmosphere more than compensate for the prices.