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PortaBella Restaurant, Carmel, CA
PortaBella Restaurant, Carmel, CA
PortaBella Restaurant, Carmel, CA
PortaBella Restaurant, Carmel, CA
PortaBella Restaurant, Carmel, CA

PortaBella Restaurant

4.5
4.5
1722 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 44 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Our cuisine features beautiful specialties from France, Italy and Spain. The dishes are rich in color and flavor.
PortaBella is picturesque: awarded First Prize for Beautiful Flowerscaping from the Carmel Garden Club.

The ambience is stylish and romantic, the setting historic

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 1,722 people are saying

PortaBella Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
PortaBella Restaurant charms with its "cozy atmosphere and attentive staff," offering "fantastic food" and a delightful dining experience. Located in the heart of Carmel, it boasts a diverse menu with standout dishes like "scallops with pea risotto" and "fantastic bolognese." A go-to spot for "a fantastic dining experience" with friends or family.
1,722 Reviews
  1. Amy

    Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice restaurant. We all enjoyed the food, the music and service. Will surely come back again.

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    Portland3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience was great, the food not so good.

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    Denver2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The brunette hostess was rude upon first entering. There was no warmth to her and she looked visibly annoyed when we asked to change seats as the table outside was extremely cramped since they allocated the most minimal distance between tables. The waiter was a bit better but was slow to check in on us for refills, yet quick to get our initial order and get us out. The food was so-so. Nothing memorable or particularly interesting. I wouldn’t come back.

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  4. Lynne

    Central Coast2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food. A bit cold inside. Nice ambience . Definitely would go there again .

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  5. MICHELE

    Hawaii9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 18 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Adorable restaurant...cozy!! Good servive and good food. Exactly what we were looking for.

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  6. Thomas

    Yosemite1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    When making the reservation I noted that it was our 50th anniversary and expected some special recognition. Drinks were ok as I had a Manhattan and my wife ordered a sangria. Manhattan was nicely served on the rocks but the sangria was bland and not very fruity. Scallops with peas in risotto was delicious especially with the light orange sauce. Although my Wife’s lamb was tasty it had been overcooked and was dry. We decided on the bread pudding for dessert and was presented well but its taste didn’t live up to the presentation. Although it was nicely appointed it was very noisy with a number of tables in the small dining room. Overall it was a nice place with attentive staff but someplace I’d recommend for a memorable dinner.

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  7. Jennifer

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were greeted warmly by the owner and given a cozy booth in the back. I’m not sure why one of the reviewers complained about the noise, atmosphere is your typical Italian restaurant. It’s full of happy, content people enjoying their surroundings. Noise was not an issue, owner touched every table to see if diners were happy. My husband had the bolognese, which was fantastic with the homemade papardelle and I had the fresh sand dab, also delicious. Wine list is excellent, prices very reasonable for everything on the menu. HIGHLY recommend PortaBella for a great meal in Carmel by the Sea!

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  8. sue Ellen VIP

    Cleveland23 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice atmosphere and service. However, food was not as good as I would have expected. Lamb dish was tough. Short ribs were just ok. Not many mushrooms in sauce as described nor were they that flavorful. Disappointing food, high prices but lovely atmosphere.

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  9. Mark VIP

    San Francisco47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We dine here often. Every time we’re in Carmel from SF. A must for us. Today we also had lunch outside. Always a pleasure. I must say the wait staff could be quicker once seated. Bringing water and a menu for lunch. Love PortaBella.

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  10. Jill VIP

    Dallas42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was exceptional as was the service. The hummus and the salad were incredibly fresh and delicious. Would recommend it to anyone as a must go to when they’re in Carmel.

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FAQs

PortaBella Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. PortaBella Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 624-4395.

PortaBella Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 1722 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 44 times today
Google Map for PortaBella Restaurant

Ocean Ave and Monte Verde, Carmel, CA 93921

Additional information

  • Area
    Carmel
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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