The special filet mignon was perfectly made with a wonderful sauce. Our table also had the pasta, the soup and salad all were exceptional. The service was attentive, professional, and very friendly. This wonderful white tablecloth hole-in-the-wall has some of the best Italian food we've had. If you're looking for local, Italian and great service. I highly recommend this place. read more

Pleasantly surprised there was another cafe gazelle. Have gone to the one in Belmont Shore many times and love it. What i love is all dishes come with complimentary table bread and choice of soup or salad. I chose the onion soup. It was good but a bit too salty for my taste. As my main course I had the Aromatico chicken that came with pasta on the side. There was a very unique herb on the tomato slices i have never had before i could not identify. The chicken was delicious. Juicy and well cooked and can tell it was organic. The pasta was delicious as well with a healthy amount of good cheese on top read more

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We love the service and the special care they give to satisfying every individual need. The food is very satisfying and well presented. Dessert tray equals delicious offerings. read more

the inside is very cosy and bring some of the European atmosphere. We were there for desert and coffee. I did order a tiramisu and my friend a cheese casket accompanied with an espresso and latte . The patisserie was not the best certainly not home made but that is acceptable what was less acceptable was the bill I paid over 42 dollars ! I think this was a rip off and not justifiable !! especially at this location ! read more

Caffe Gazelle was great. It wasn't busy when we went, and the busser Alex took really good care of us. Super friendly service and a relaxed vibe, plus the food was really good. Would definitely come back. read more

Caffe Gazelle - Lentil soup - Italian Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

When the bill arrived, it was not itemized and it did not match the pricing that was on their menu website

We ordered a dinner n it did not match the website prices. My dish was a shrimp dish on the website was $29.95. The menu said $34.95. My husband's dish was not the same as the web prices When the bill no itemize of what we had. So we didn't know what we paid for the dinner or the wine. We will not. Be going back. I even.came back to check the website n it did dat $29.95. Not $34.95. I was given the benefit of the doubt ,I thought maybe it was an old pricing but it wasn't it eas May 2026 update read more

Great service and great food! It was my first time at this location, small restaurant with a nice, simple ambiance. We had the calamari as an appetizer and the lasagna for the main course and both were delicious. Definitely a spot I'd come back to! read more

This restaurant has the best bruschetta, lasagna & chicken piccata in all of OC! We also had a pear salad and ended our meal with delicious tiramisu. The service and bread were amazing! The restaurant is quaint and the atmosphere was so welcoming. If I could rate more than 5 stars I would! I highly recommend this restaurant. We already made reservations for Valentine's Day. read more

Caffe Gazelle - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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Looked nice/interesting, for a dinner and would have considered spending a dress up meal there but when I went in to ask for if they served desserts/ to see their menu (because dessert selection is especially important to me), the elder worker there hesitated at first then stated "We don't serve dessert." A bit surprised as disappointed this type of approach as a restaurant with a pretty unassuming location and nice but not-super-upscale feel would treat a potential customer. Couple other restaurants in the same shopping area -different cuisine that I would recommend going to before this place. read more

Great service and good food. All of the staff are friendly and attentive. Many great items on the menu. I haven't had a bad meal ever. read more

Caffe Gazelle is such a small and intimate little Italian spot. I wasn't entirely sure if I was at the right place since there's not really a sign righ outside the establishment that clearly states the restaurants name. Upon arrival around 6:30 pm on a Saturday night, I was greeted by the worker behind the bar and he had notified me it would be around a 30-45 min wait. There was not a waitlist to be put on or anything nor did he ask for my contact information for whenever seats are available. He simply asked for my name and that he will remember me. After waiting around the corner for about 20 min or so of the restaurant I saw probably 2 parties leave so I went back and there were tables available. The tables were small and with the way the tables were placed in the restaurant it felt a little bit tight/squished. They served us a small bowl of cheese and butter. Then placed a small loaf of bread on our bread plate. The wine menu was mostly by the bottle but there were by the glass options inside for around $8-9/glass so we opted for a bottle of Pinot Noir. One thing I did not like about the wine was that it was room temperature and not slightly chilled. We ordered the michaelangelo and carbonara pasta. The entree came with either soup or salad and we got one of each. The service was fast paced and it felt like as soon as we finished the soup and salad the pasta was immediately served nice and hot. Both pasta dishes were really delicious and creamy. After finishing our entree we were provided 6 different options for dessert. Unfortunately, we did not opt for dessert since we were already stuffed with our food. Would love to come back here again in the future however I do believe some type of waiting system needs to be established so that people are properly notified of when their tables are ready. Other than that it was a good experience. read more

Caffe Gazelle - Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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We had dinner there on a weeknight . I tried their eggplant Parmesan and was impressed , eggplant was cooked to perfection , tomato sauce reminded me of my grandmother's cooking .way back when. Garlic soup was excellent as well. Will definitely come back. read more

A very small and quaint restaurant. Some good old friends and former high school classmates and I had a mini high school reunion and since we knew we would be spending the whole evening to talking and catching up, Cafe Gazelle was perfect. This location in Huntington Beach was perfect for our group of eight. The restaurant is small and a nice quiet ambiance to allow us to talk with one another and not have to yell. The food is authentic Italian with great selections of pastas, salads and chef's specials. Very much home made dishes, but I have to give credit to whoever made the delicious spumoni ice cream. I was not planning to have dessert, but when I asked if it was made in house with real pistachio nuts and the fruit bits and he said yes, then how can I say no. How I miss authentic spumoni ice cream. After seeing all the entrees around the table as they were served, everything looked delicious and again I say authentic Italian food. The prices were also very reasonable. My spaghetti carbonara was delicious. read more

Caffe Gazelle - Spaghetti Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Amazing food and service !! Can't wait to try the rest of the menu , the calamari is the best I have ever had ! read more

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Awesome food and service. Not sure they still serve lunch but portions and price point were spot on and the simple elegant ambiance was nice. read more

Quiet, intimate, with superior service and a wonderful meal. This place is definitely a keeper! One of this evening's specials was chicken with sour cherry sauce on a bed of sauteed spinach with lovely, crisp, green beans and penne. The cherry sauce was *just* sweet enough to offset the natural bitterness of sauteed spinach. The entire dinner was superb. The house-made Caesar salad dressing wash delish as well. Everyone who served us was aces - from the owner to the server. Don't miss this place if you love great Italian food and stellar service in a quiet place. read more

Always a GREAT FOODIE EXPERIENCE especially with the TLC Service from the Owner RICK... From the appetizers to the salads and soups plus any of the entrées really just take it up to her the highest level each time we go and we've been going now for 10 years. Steve & Stephanie read more

Caffe Gazelle is a quaint restaurant with approximately 14 tables, which makes it a more intimate dining experience. Apparently, with the exception of the young busboy, the owner Fred, the waiter, Rick, and the chef, have worked together for years. In general the food was delicious, including the freshly baked bread. But, the lasagna was outstanding. I think there were 6 or 7 dessert options on the tray Rick brought to our table, which all looked amazing. We shared the lemon cake. It was the perfect way to end a wonderful dining experience. We will definitely be adding Caffe Gazelle to our list of favorite Huntington Beach restaurants. read more

I had a fantastic dinner at Caffe Gazelle this past weekend. Great food, cozy vibes, and friendly service that made the whole evening feel special. The place is small and intimate, perfect for a date night or a relaxed dinner where you can actually talk without having to yell across the table. The menu is classic Italian and everything we tried was flavorful and well-prepared. Service stood out too. It was attentive without being overbearing and you can tell the staff really cares about your experience. I even tipped the busboy, Alex, separately because he just seemed so earnest. And the prices are soo reasonable for what you get. Highly recommend if you love authentic Italian in a relaxed setting. read more

Great hidden gem! Fabulous service from the owner to the server to the bus boy! And the food was fantastic! Very pretty atmosphere. Small inside but not cramped. We've added this to our go-to list! read more

Been a customer since they opened the HB location. Great food and great service. Love Chicken Armaniac, the warm rolls, salad and soup that comes with the meals. Desserts are also amazing. read more

Lovely meal and traditional Italian family restaurant. Full menu selections. From the warm homemade bread to the lemon Cielo cake, it was a very enjoyable dining experience. The service was very attentive ensuring water was fresh, wine was poured, finished dishes removes, and time to enjoy the ambience of a white tablecloth and a light and open comfortable setting. The food preparation and presentation is both thoughtful and tasteful. Date night or family night, it is well worth the night you chose to go, so go and enjoy! read more

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Just stopped in for dinner! As we do every time we're in HB. Same great welcoming service, fine Italian dishes and desserts! Generous cocktails in cozy spaces. read more

This place is amazing, a hidden gem. I had the fillet with mushroom Roquefort sauce. Perfectly cooked, and fabulous. This is one of the BEST restaurants in Orange County. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

I've been coming here with my dad for years. I live in Washington, so I don't eat here often, only when I'm down here. I always get the same dish, Gorgonzola Chicken. It's so amazing! It's rich, it's fattening and I can't wait to get it every time!!! It never disappoints! Thank you Rick and your staff! read more

The food was only okay for the price. My girlfriend and I shared a lasagna, which was definitely on the smaller side. Typically, you'd expect a generous portion for lasagna, but even though we split our entrée, soup, salad, dessert, half a bottle of wine, and two cocktails, our tab still exceeded $160. Overall, the food didn't quite live up to the cost. read more

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One of the best kept secrets in Huntington harbor on Bolsa Chica. Walk out of OC and into Italy for a night. Every dish is fantastic, the owner and chef are amazing and best of all the prices are extremely reasonable. We have been coming here for decades and don't plan to stop anytime soon- 10 stars !!! read more

Caffe Gazelle - Evening in Italy - Italian Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

We had dinner for six at HB Cafe Gazelle last night. Everyone loved their meal, drinks and of course their in house made desserts. Delicious. As usual the ambience and service was great. Thank you so much. read more

Such a sweet little restaurant! I always get the Cannelloni, since I think if I try anything else I'll be sad I didn't get it... lol. Service is wonderful and the pricing is fair. We come here when we want a little step up from buon gusto (both delicious). read more

The food at this restaurant is very consistent every time we go. The food is amazing! The restaurant is very small but we've never had a problem getting in right away whenever we go. read more

Caffe Gazelle is a hidden gem in Huntington Beach and deserves more recognition! First off, everything on the menu looked absolutely amazing. It was so hard to narrow down what to order! They have different types of pastas, meats, and sauces that all sounded divine. We ultimately ordered the morso di pollo (chicken meatballs), melanzana (eggplant), ravioli, and liverness (scallops, gnocchi). Everything was 10/10- the flavor, richness, and portion size were perfect. Additionally, the service was excellent. Our server gave us good recommendations and checked on our table frequently. We would not hesitate to come back here! We are excited to try more menu items. Thank you! read more

Caffe Gazelle - Ravioli. FYI: the ravioli dish DOES NOT come with meatballs on top. My mother ordered the meatball appetizer and put them on top herself. - Italian Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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It was Monday 6pm. Not busy at all. But the food was bit cool when came out. Wonder why. Tasted ok. Small portion. Complementary bread was good, not salty. Servers were very friendly and nice. Bathroom was clean but soap was low.... read more

Had dinner last night at Cafe Gazelle with a good friend. We were greeted at the door and directed to a table. The Service was attentive. I had the Aremiac Chicken and my friend has the Pasta Carbonara. We split a Gorgonazola salad and a great bottle of wine. All were outstanding! The ambiance is quiet Italian. I would highly recommend it. read more

I love Caffe Gazelle. Friends turned us on to this place about 3 months ago and we've been back about 5 times since. The owner/manager already knows our drink orders and my wife's dinner selection. I keep trying new things and they are always delicious. They will alternate meats on menu items. If you see something on the chicken section you want with veal, they'll do it no problem and vice versa. Fresh hot rolls are great. Included soup or salad is a bonus you just don't see anymore. Cocktails are good. Wine menu is good for a small restaurant. Service is always great. read more

Food and service was amazing ! Definitely going to be a new regular spot! Wine specials were great and so were dinner specials!!

Different types of Italian cooking. Services were good, nice and courteous staff. Clean place hidden behind Carl's Jr.

You ppl are liars. Get you damn hours straight on this site. This is the second time I e tried to come here for lunch because your hours say you're open. I'm here at 1:15 and your door says you're not open til 5pm. I give up!!!! Upgrade this f@cking site!!!!!!!! read more

Went here on a recommendation and very happy we did. The food is fantastic. We enjoyed the smaller, quiet atmosphere that Caffe Gazelle offers. The quick and friendly service is appreciated. read more

Fantastic food been going there for almost 40 years as long as they've been opened... Always freshly prepared!! Original owner..... the real deal!!! read more