The pizzas at Gusto's, including the ones made by Feliciano, are as delicious as any that we enjoyed during the four years that we spent living in Rome. The staff at this restaurant is unusually courteous, efficient, and most helpful and generous. Catherine Y read more

Valencia and Teresa were attentive, professional, and made my family feel truly special during our birthday dinner. Outstanding service all night! Food Ratings: Short Rib (5/5): Absolutely amazing. Charcuterie (5/5): Excellent quality and selection. Mushroom Pizza (5/5): Flavorful and cooked to perfection. Vegetable Pizza (4/5): less flavorful but enjoyable option. Calamari (4/5): Tasted good, though a bit on the dry side. read more

Food 5/5 Service 3.5/5 Ambiance Old but classy vibes Pizza and Chicken Parm was delicious. Pasta was made fresh, I enjoyed the Burrata e Prosciutto There is a parking lot and I parked on the side of the restaurant. Complimentary bread came after all the food came out, server said sorry he almost forgot about it. Besides that incident about the bread, service was good, if you could find them. At times they went mia, albeit the restaurant was not packed for a sat lunch. The server boxed our leftovers, and gave us extra new sauces. Will definitely return for the food. Food is good enough even if service could be slow. There is also a lunch menu read more

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Came to Gusto for lunch on a Saturday and there was lots of table available. I always drive by this place and been meaning to try it. We were seated right away but it did take a while for our water to come out. Believe it or not, the complimentary bread finally came out after all our food came out. Definitely recommend trying this because the sun dried tomato sauce was delicious. The restaurant gives old vibes Food: -Burrata & Prosciutto: 9/10, the burrata was creamy, lots of prosciutto pieces all around the pizza, my only complaint was it was not cooked enough -Chicken Parm: 10/10 the spaghetti was soo chewy, we were told that it was handmade, definitely get the the white sauce to go with the red sauce parm Can't wait to come back and try the other dishes! read more

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Checked out Gustos and overall had a great dinner! I did have some criticisms but the experience was overall great! 1. Great service! 2. Drinks were on point and delicious! Love the Italian touch! Ordered a lemoncello margarita and it was delicious! 3. The starter bread that they brought out with the sun dried tomatoes as super good! 4. The fungi pizza was also very good and flavorful! We added sausage on it for an extra cost, but it was worth it, sausage had good flavor as well! 5. I did have criticisms about the prosciutto pizza. Although the ingredients were tasty, the whole pizza felt bland and was missing something. Instead of tomato sauce, it had cherry tomatoes on it. I felt nice tomato sauce would go well with this pizza. 6. The carbonara pasta was good, however the sauce became too thick and clumpy and didn't maintain a smooth creamy texture. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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Was excited to try this place for dinner. Made reservations online 30 mins before arrival. Good friendly service. Food: Margherita pizza 4/5 added extra mozzarella, good but expected better crust with a wood fire oven Fungi pizza 4/5 tasty and same comment as above re crust Artichoke ravioli 5/5 excellent super tasty and creamy Beet salad 3/5 ok should have asked for dressing on the side Linguine Al vongole 3/5 super strong seafood flavor. Just ok. Focaccia bread sooooo goood! And the dipping sauce too! read more

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Ordered carryout and didn't get around to eating it until it was mostly cold (no microwave in hotel). But the chicken parm was still great. Their sauce is outstanding and the pasta cooked perfectly. Even cold, the breaded chicken wasn't dried out. I love their bread too. This is definitely one of my go-to places in Seaside and for Italians its the best. read more

Home Slice A locally owned Italian restaurant that's been in operation in Seaside for over ten years (ca. 2015). Gusto is one of the few truly scratch-made Italian restaurants that specializes not only in pizza, pasta, and sauces, but also features an old-school brick, wood-fired pizza oven. Hell, they even make their own mozzarella! They have not only caught the eye of locals and Yelpers, but have also managed to earn a recommendation in the current Michelin Guide. The Good: * Private parking lot, as well as street parking. * Fabulous service from Alex! * Prices are very reasonable considering the food quality. * Local beers on tap. * Strawberry Prosciutto Salad (seasonal special) was fantastic! Who knew strawberries paired so perfectly with salty, cured prosciutto and pistachios? This might not be on the menu all the time, but if you see it, get it! * Complimentary focaccia was unbelievably soft and delicious. As if it couldn't get any better, their olive tapenade served alongside it was equally delicious, making for an unbeatable duo. * The Margherita pizza is the ultimate test of a pizza restaurant--and they passed with flying colors! It's so simple that if something isn't right, it'll be easy to spot, but everything from the homemade mozz to the slightly charred crust and the delicious sauce made this the perfect pie. I give it a score of 3.14159265359...! The Meh: * Meatballs were a touch too tough and could've been a bit more tender. They were still fuçking delicious, so honestly, who cares? The Ugly: * Despite the name, Seaside isn't the most glorious place, and this location is downright sus AF. Conclusion: Maybe one of the best meals so far of 2026. If you have any doubts about coming here, relieve yourself of them and get down here posthaste. read more

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We were in town and looking for a place for lunch. I spotted Gusto and suggested we go here. Then John found out that they were in the Michelin guide. Then he was totally on board. What an incredible meal! The service was fantastic. And we can't stop thinking about the complimentary focaccia bread. So amazing. We shared a starter of meatballs. The sauce was delicious. Then we shared a salad and a pizza. I wish we live closer so we could try more items but we will be back! Highly recommend this place. read more

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originally had plans for lunch in carmel-by-the-sea, but abandoned the plans after being unable to find parking...decided to start driving up and find lunch elsewhere...ended up at gusto in seaside...easy parking in the lot...exterior of the building looked quite boring, but the interior was surprisingly well kept...friendly and professional staff...menu provided and lunch specials available...placing an order for the pizza carnivora $29 and lunch rigatoni bolognese $18 served with complimentary soup or salad...clam chowder selected...water arriving with the most wonderful complimentary bread with delicious spread...the sauce for the bread was fantastic...pizza arriving shortly after...pretty meaty pizza as the name suggests...rigatoni was perfect and tasty...same for the soup....enjoyed the filling $60 lunch for 3.... read more

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Vinissa gave the best service, we want to come back because of how well she treated us. We ordered half funghi and half Carnivora pizza, it was delicious. Fungi was 10/10 and Carnivora was 8/10. The complimentary bread and dip was really good too. The happy anniversary cannoli was really good too! read more

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We visited yesterday after a long drive very close to closing. The team was gracious and welcoming and never once rushed us. They provided crayons and coloring pages for the kids and were attentive and friendly throughout. The focaccia with tapenade was delicious and we loved the bolognese and pappardelle was a hit! Will definitely have to return for the pizzas and cheese hr artichoke ravioli! read more

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For a Michelin star restaurant everything was satisfactory. Prices weren't terrible. The food was made to order and had homemade qualities. Service was fine, it was hard to understand the waiter and he seemed impatient to repeat himself, but I could tell he does his job well and is knowledgeable. The ambiance is classic Italian restaurant with a polished feel. read more

Gusto Handcrafted Pasta & Pizza - This is the chicken parmigiana with noodles and Alfredo sauce. Fresh pulled mozzarella and tomato over the chicken - Pasta Shops Near Me - Seaside, California

Staying in Seaside for a little vacation and ran upon this place. The website has wonderful presentation and when we arrived it's like we stepped into a locals favorite restaurant. The food was divine. I enjoyed the Linguini con Scampi. The pasta was perfectly al dente, and the sauce was curated to perfection. My husband enjoyed the pepperoni pizza. We both agreed this is as real as it gets. For dessert (pictured), I enjoyed the tiramisu, and my husband loved the berry cobbler. Our waitress was very kind, thank you Destiny. We enjoyed our food in a welcoming and homey atmosphere, that remained quieter than most. (This is a good sign for how well the food is) I highly reccomend! read more

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My husband and I were really excited to try this restaurant because of all the great reviews. The ambiance was beautiful and created a great first impression. The food itself had wonderful flavor, which made the experience even more disappointing. Unfortunately, the service was very poor. The restaurant wasn't especially busy, and our server didn't appear to be overwhelmed, so it was difficult to understand why everything took so long. We actually watched my husband's pizza come out of the oven and then sit for about 20 minutes before it was finally brought to our table. By then, it was cold. My chicken Parmesan was also cold when it arrived, and for the price, the portion was surprisingly small. It seemed like it had been sitting just as long. It's frustrating to pay premium prices only to be served food that isn't even warm. I really wanted to love this place because the flavors were excellent and the atmosphere was inviting. However, between the poor service, cold food, and small portions, it just wasn't worth the cost. With so many great Italian restaurants in the area, I don't see us returning. read more

Very nice cozy place. Comfortable and welcoming. Servers, especially Steven, all quick to serve and his recommendations for me... on the top! We came by without reservations, but luckily it was before the rush came in. Food was divine as well. We will be returning when we stop by in Monterey bay again, no questions about it. Likely we will try other things on menu that we were deciding between our pick tonight. Make this your stop, if you enjoy great service and Italian food. read more

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Gusto's is our favorite new place to take visitors. I can't believe it took me 5 years to find this amazing place! The food is fresh, phenomenal and absolutely delicious. The service is always great!! Although the restaurant gets busy, it's not too loud and you can still hear others at your table. read more

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We visit Gustos every time we are in Monterey... it never disappoints and the food is outstanding. The pizza especially good- handmade pastas and desserts. Highly recommend! read more

Gusto in Monterey was a really good surprise. From the outside, I honestly wasn't expecting much. It looks a little run-down, but once you walk inside, it feels like a completely different place clean, updated, and much nicer than I expected. I was genuinely blown away by the difference. The staff was very friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome. I had the Alfredo and the rigatoni, and both were solid. The pizza wasn't my favorite part of the meal, but the bread with the dipping oil and the rest of the food more than made up for it. They also have filtered regular water and filtered soda water, which I definitely appreciate. Somehow that small detail always tells me a place cares. The next time I'm back in Monterey, I'll definitely stop here again. Also, just a heads-up I had a better time here, made better memories, and still spent less than I did at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. At least here, the food was actually worth looking at. read more

Thought I would learn from my mistake last time and make a reservation, but I forgot again and ended up waiting about 45 minutes to eat. Looks like this place was awarded Michelin Plate - Michelin recommended but no special awards. Anyway, stuck with my carnivora pizza which is a meat lover paradise. The pizza felt a little undercooked this time though. The center of the pizza was very droopy and toppings struggled to stay on. I powered through anyway. They also couldn't make the peanut butter espresso martini this time around. I tried their tiramisu espresso martini and didn't get any buzz out of it. Don't recall if they had the bread last time but that was a much welcomed appetizer. Anyway, overall still enjoyed my meal. I highly recommend making a reservation for your visit. The service was good considering how busy the restaurant gets. Hope y'all enjoy this place too. read more

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My four-year-old son and I came here for dinner in early October. I needed a low-key restaurant with a meh that both of us would love, and Yelp suggested Gusto. The service was excellent. We sat at the bar area and my son loved watching the pizzas being made. Our waitress was so polite and accommodating. She made sure my squirrelly four-year-old had crayons, apple juice, bread--the works. He ordered pasta with butter and cheese and he had a time! I ordered the chicken parmigiana and funghi pizza which was way too much for one person. The funghi pizza was my favorite of the two items. The chicken parm wasn't anything to write home about, but I'd return for that pizza! Overall, I think this is a good family-friendly American style Italian restaurant. I appreciate the service and how efficient they are here. read more

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Quaint spot in Carmel with good pizza and pasta. Recommend: meatball appetizer, beet salad, ribeye steak, shrimp scampi. All pasta was handmade in house I believe. Good solid food. Really great service, waiter was attentive. read more

Amazing food! This has officially become one of my favorite Italian restaurants. We came here on Saturday night with a reservation. If you don't come with a reservation and if they are full, they will not take you in. The hostess was very friendly , and Steven our server was incredible- so knowledgeable about the dishes, went above and beyond and very professional. The restaurant was pretty casual but the food was not "casual" at all. The carbonara was so good. The flavor of guanciale was the main character of this creamy dish with the right amount of cheese. I had an option to add more cheese but glad I didn't. They mixed the egg yoke in front of you which elevated the dining experience. I also really liked the beef pappardelle- it was a very balanced dish with plenty of very tender beef cooked in a wine sauce. We also had the burrata and prosciutto pizza. The pizza dough was airy and textures and thickness was perfect. I like how the prosciutto wasn't overly salty or overpowering and the combination of cheese, meat, tomato and pizza dough was simple and super tasty. I also love that they don't skim on the toppings- each pizza was well topped. The homemade focaccia and the olive dip were bomb.. so good! Food here was well priced, of generous portion and made with high quality cooking and ingredients. I can't stop thinking about it. read more

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Great food and amazing service! My boyfriend and I went to Gusto for an early dinner after arriving in Monterey. We ordered the melon prosciutto, spaghetti carbonara, and chicken parm. All the food was excellent, and our server was very kind and attentive! We would definitely return to try more menu items if we're in the area again! read more

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We recently had dinner at Gusto Italian, and overall it was a mixed experience. The restaurant itself has a warm, inviting atmosphere and the pasta definitely tastes fresh, which we really appreciated. However, the service felt a bit scattered. It seemed like there wasn't one specific server assigned to our table -- a few different people came by throughout the meal, and the main server who closed our check wasn't very attentive. The restaurant wasn't particularly busy, so it felt like there should have been a bit more attention to detail. We ordered the artichoke ravioli and the carbonara. The ravioli was delicious -- rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The carbonara, unfortunately, was way too salty. My husband barely touched it, and even though it was clear the plate was almost untouched, no one asked if something was wrong or offered to make it right, which was disappointing. We finished with the tiramisu, which was quite good and helped end the meal on a positive note. Gusto definitely has potential -- great ambience, fresh ingredients -- but the service and consistency in the food could use a little more care to match the beautiful setting. read more

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Hey it's your birthday. Meet me at Gusto. Never been there? Me too but it's a nice quiet day in Seaside, perfect for Italian. If I were to make a movie, any movie, this place would would be in its opening scenes. Going inside with tables on the left and a beautifully built bar on the right. It's intimate. There's some age in this place, but it felt classic and well loved. I can imagine myself here on a rainy day with just a glass of wine with pasta or at the bar with Negroni in hand. It's my son's birthday. He chose this place. The food was delicious, elegant in its own way. Something about Italian food that gets to me, it slows you down, in a good way. You feel like you have all the time in the world to just talk and listen with whomever is in front of you read more

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8.8/10 Pizza was pizza... and it was good! We ordered the Funghi and Margherita pizzas, and overall it was a solid experience. Starting with the Margherita Pizza (8.6/10) a true classic topped with fresh tomatoes, homemade mozzarella, basil, and olive oil. The ingredients tasted fresh and high quality, and you can never really go wrong with a traditional margherita. That said, it was slightly lacking in bold flavor. I ended up adding some red pepper flakes to give it that extra kick, which helped elevate it. Still enjoyable, just needed a little more punch to really stand out. Now onto the Funghi Pizza (9/10) the star of the meal. This one really impressed me. It featured house-made mozzarella, gruyère cheese, wild mushrooms, parmesan cream sauce, and green onion. The variety of mushrooms gave it a deep, earthy flavor, and the parmesan cream sauce tied everything together perfectly. It delivered that rich umami flavor in every bite and felt much more unique compared to the margherita. Definitely the one I'd recommend if you're deciding between the two. Both pizzas did struggle a bit structurally slices would fall apart when picked up. I personally prefer a crispier crust, and while the base wasn't as crispy as I'd like, the puffy, golden corners were the highlight. Those outer crust bites were easily the best part. Service was friendly and very attentive throughout our visit. Staff checked in consistently without being overbearing. The ambiance was nice and clean, though the seating layout felt a little odd. Overall, a good experience with solid pizza especially the Funghi. read more

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We had a large group dinner here like 24 people and they were able document us. The service was good and the food was excellent. I would say it's a small to medium size restaurant so the service was adequate and everything came on time and the food was good and it's homemade including the sweets. I'll have to come back to other items in the future . Parking is adequate read more

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Don't forget to reserve or join the waitlist ahead of time! I had to wait about 40 min before I could be seated. My go to dish here is the carbonara! Super full of flavor, and they'll mix a fresh yolk into the pasta right in front of you. And you can totally tell the pasta is handcrafted like their name says. The pasta texture was wonderfully chewy. I'd love to come back whenever I'm in the area again. read more

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After a long day of exploring Monterey and Carmel, we stopped here for dinner on our way back to the bay. We made reservations earlier in the day and good thing we did because they got really busy around 6ish as it was a 3 day weekend for many. We ordered the Gnocchi, Chicken Parmigiana, and Short Rib Ravioli. It did take a while for our food to come out. Our waiter was friendly but super busy. We got our complimentary bread probably 20 minutes after and then our appetizer came another 15 minutes later. Our main entrees took about 45 minutes so it would have been nice if the bread and appetizer came out sooner. Everything was good and the ingredients seemed very fresh, with the short rib ravioli being my favorite. While the chicken parmigiana had good flavor and crust, the chicken itself was pounded so thin that some parts got a bit chewy and overcooked. It was still a good meal, but the experience could have been better if they weren't so busy or had an extra server. read more

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The service was very fast and excellent today. I believe our server was Destinee. She was very sweet and helpful. Food came out quick even if it was a bit busy. (30 minutes from being seated to done with food.) I got the spaghetti and meatballs! Nice soft noodles with a great sauce and tender meatballs. Love it here! read more

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What a fantastic restaurant. I'd read a bunch of reviews and decided to check it out on my trip to Seaside. It had an upscale diner vibe with a fun bar. The service was top rate and the bartender knew his way around the menu and wine list. Kudos to him! I started with a Caesar salad and glass of rose. The dressing on the salad was delicious and homemade as were the croutons. The real stand out dish was the shrimp scampi. It blew my socks off. I asked for extra Garlic and the kitchen delivered, the pasta was cooked perfectly al dente and the dish featured lots of cheese, chewy tomatoes and chili's that were spicy.i have had a lot of shrimp scampi dishes in California and throughout New England and this dish blew all of the others away! Bread cane with the meal with a tasty dipping sauce. The couple sitting next to me both orders desserts that looked to die for. If only I'd had room. I get why the restaurant receives accolades as both the service and food are fantastic. I'll definitely be a repeat customer. read more

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I will surely call this place a hidden gem for travelers driving to Carmel by the sea. We were starving, and thanks to Yelp, we found this place. We checked reviews and photos, which made us even more hungry. We were seated where we had requested, and it was a hot day, so I immediately ordered cold water with lemon. Then I looked around and saw a few people who had ordered late lunch like us. The service was terrific, and Vanessa was very polite and efficient. Food came fast, and we loved this place more and more. This place is in Sand City, very close to the freeway, and has its parking area. Food was served fresh and hot, and the presentation was fascinating. I highly recommend it and would love to visit again while driving south of the town. Try it, and I am sure you will love going back. Thanks, Team of Gusto" Chao read more

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Amazing food and great service. Our server was knowledgeable and had great personality. The food was amazing. read more

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Was a busy place but we got seating at the bar! The Eggplant Parmesan was so so. Nit well flavored! Not well cooked and the sauce was sweet and not a true marinara. Good service at the bar but food lacking flavor! read more

I know I'm wrong I've never eaten here before But check this out The oven pizzeria Is so bad I will not recommend this place I will stick to Gianni's and round table Gianni's is not as good as it used to be either Really sad I'm going to order round table today Hopefully It doesn't suck like every other place It used to be awesome These people think they can feed us anything on the cheap But money is tight nowadays I will not try anything that is not well established I wasted $22 at the oven pizzeria Please do not eat there I have nothing against the people Eat there But if you do Yelp about it But it was so bad that I will not even try this place I'm tired of blowing my money I fed that whole pizza from the oven To my damn dog And dogs aren't even supposed to eat pizza read more

Great place for Italian food . I love the ambience. Everything is tasty but They have really good pizza and desserts .

We had delicious, well-prepared entrees as well as lovely salads and appetizers. Our servers were also very attentive. The restaurant has a nice, upscale interior. read more

The lasagna and ravioli dish are by far the best I've tasted! Such a cute spot and great customer service. Wish they were open longer hours Tuesday-Thursday. read more

I visited Monterey to watch my son's college baseball game and found this gem of a place. The dining room was packed and it was about a 30-40 minute wait for 8. The place was cozy and on the smaller side. There was a plaque that said Michelin 2025 and I believe it. The pasta was as fresh as can be and the pizza dough was spectacular. The service was attentive and accommodating. I highly recommend this spot. Phenomenal! read more

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