Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

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5 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Carmel’s Bistro Giovanni, located in the charming Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, is a renowned Italian restaurant owned by Firok Shield. Known for its warm hospitality, the bistro offers a delightful dining experience with a focus on authentic Italian flavors. The menu boasts a mix of classic Italian dishes crafted with fresh and high-quality ingredients, ranging from savory pasta and risotto to mouthwatering seafood and meat options.

What sets Carmel’s Bistro Giovanni apart is its unassuming yet attentive service, coupled with a welcoming ambiance. Adorned with beautiful murals that evoke the ambiance of a Mediterranean villa, the restaurant creates a unique and cozy atmosphere for guests to enjoy their meals. With exceptional service and culinary creativity, this bistro stands out as a premier destination for those seeking an exquisite Italian dining experience.

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4.5627 reviews
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Doug T.
10/16/2025

Bistro Giovanni was located within 2 blocks from our hotel and we walked passed it a couple times walking to the main downtown area. We looked at the posted menu each time and said "we should eat...

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Christy B.
9/22/2025

We ordered two pasta bowls for four people and that was plenty and almost more than enough!!! The food was absolutely delicious and quite tasty!!! My only complaint is that the waiter was not...

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Nicole L.
8/1/2025

The food at Giovanni's is delicious!!! We came here last year on a family trip and 3/5 of us got the Oaso Bucco and I couldn't recommend it enough. This trip I decided to be different and try...

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Clarizza A.
11/9/2025

Went here on our last night at Carmel and had a nice time. The carbonara (4/5) was good. The tiramisu (3.5/5) was fine but I just wish it had a stronger coffee taste. Service was nice too. A solid...

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Tahlia W.
6/29/2025

Stumbled across this gem after we canceled a different reservation for bad weather, and couldn't have been happier. Everything was great, we walked i and were instantly greeted and helped by Mr....

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