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    Gusto Handcrafted Pasta & Pizza

    4.3 (1.4k reviews)
    ModeratePasta Shops, Pizza
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    Updated 1 week ago

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    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Megan S.

    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!

    Margherita pizza
    Carissa K.

    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.

    Berry Cobbler
    Audrey Kaye M.

    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!

    Kristina K.

    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.

    Edison H.

    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.

    Bread
    Chandra D.

    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.

    Jacqueline C.

    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.

    Artichoke Ravioli
    Kriti K.

    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.

    Funghi and Margarita Pizzas
    Devin M.

    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.

    Calamari. A go-to appetizer that keeps you patient until your main entree arrives
    Paul F.

    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

    Decaf espresso
    Youssef A.

    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

    Viki N.

    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.

    Gnocchi
    Sindy A.

    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.

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    Food was outstanding. Our server Steve was great. I highly recommend this place. Make reservations, they're really busy.

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    Ask the Community - Gusto Handcrafted Pasta & Pizza

    Is restaurant Dog friendly?

    No it is not.

    Do they have a pork belly and clam pizza with white sauce?

    Gusto serves more traditional thin crust Italian pizzas, however sometimes they offer a specialty pizza with some of the non-traditional toppings.

    What meat is used for the meatballs?

    Our meatballs are made of beef and pork in a rich tomato marinara sauce.

    Gluten free options?

    They have quite a few gluten free options for appetizers, salads, main courses and they offer a gluten free Penne pasta and pizza crust as well.

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Yes! Pizza and pasta can be ordered gluten free and they have salads.

    Did they change the cocktail glasses. I had a Cadillac Margarita, it seemed small in comparison to previous visits?

    Hi Gary, We did not change our glasses. I’m so sorry if you were served your drink in the wrong glass. We will be happy to make it right. Please contact me directly. Thanks

    Hi do you guys take large groups? Like 30 people I'm looking somewhere to host a rehearsal lunch for a wedding

    We love large groups at Gusto. Just make sure you call us and make arrangements in advance. We can even do a special menu for you if you would like. Please ask for the manager.

    Is there a corkage fee? Can you bring your own wine?

    Thank you for asking. We have a great wine list of many Italian and local wines, however, you are certainly welcome to bring your own wine. We do charge a $20 per bottle… Read more

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    The $25/person reservation fee gets returned to you shortly after you arrive so that's a decent way…read moreto begin. Food- family style portions. Delicious, very flavorful family style portions with "flare." The fish we ordered came with a small salad on top. Looked odd, was super tasty. Ambiance- if it's busy, it feels like a spacious almost cafeteria-esque room. "Unpretentious" blah blah blah doesn't really matter because the food was very very well done. Was amusing to see the Royale with Cheese on the menu. Got some Pulp Fiction vibes from that. From the outside, I'm not sure I'd be able to tell if it was a restaurant. They've redone the exterior but the only sign that they may serve food was the Michelin star designation. Overall, very excited to have tried a meal here. We split everything- dinner and dessert and they were happy to ensure if dishes were gluten free or not. **not sure what the name is supposed to convey but the food was great.

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    So great to stumble on this find for a delicious sandwich for lunch. I got the pork banh mi which…read morewas one of the best I've had. The pork was soft and juicy with a few crunchy edges, the carrots were tangy, the bread was fresh and not tough and kept good balance with the amount of sandwich filling. The $20 price was high relative to where I'm from (Midwest) but it WAS a great sandwich... Also got the potatoes wedges. Not crunchy, but still delicious. Great casual lunch spot! The guys behind the counter were attentive hosts.

    I had high hopes for this place based on the strong reviews, but unfortunately it didn't live up to…read moreexpectations. I stopped in for lunch and ordered a couple of sandwiches to go, thinking it would be a good way to try the food before committing to a larger purchase like steaks, pasta, or other items from the shop. The sandwiches came out to $42 for two, which felt pretty steep. While I waited, I looked around the store at some of the other products, but nothing really stood out to me, and the service felt a bit underwhelming. The sandwiches themselves were just okay--nothing particularly memorable for the price. A few hours later my stomach also felt a bit uneasy, which didn't leave the best impression. Overall, the experience fell short of what I was expecting. Perhaps I just caught them on an off day, but based on this visit, I probably won't be returning.

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    A beautiful 2 1/2 pound ribeye
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