So good we went twice in one weekend! I would recommend Little Napoli. I had the lasagne which was tasty! And the rib-eye was mouthwatering delicious! Definitely will return when in Carmel.

Food: very fresh and flavourful with it being too heavy. I love the risotto with the spicy paste and the scallops and shrimp were super tender. Generous pour of wine as well. Satisfying portion sizes though a bit expensive but I guess that's a given for Italian and Carmel by the sea. Service: very accommodating though I wish I didn't have to ask to receive the complimentary bread. Would have been nice to eat that while we were waiting for our food. We got to the restaurant around 11:35 and made a reservation quickly by scanning a QR code on site and was able to get seating around 12:15. Ambiance: top tier vibes. My parents loved the fireplace. Very cozy and homey.

The service is good and plus they've never gotten our order wrong (we've been here several times) You can enjoy a quiet intimate dinner here or for a more casual atmosphere their larger bar (Bar Napoli) 10 steps away. Both spaces share the same kitchen and both have window seating if you want a view of the qaint street scenery. There's also some outdoor seating which is really nice when the weather permits. Everything we've tried is good and we usually go for pizza and an appetizer. They have many beer & wine choices but their cocktails are VERY good. Get the truffle gnocchi, so good!

Well, I'm back again! I feels like I'm here almost every week! Honestly, it's hard to say no to myself every time I pass by little Napoli. Their pizzas are all fantastic, the service always friendly, and the ambience is laid back in a super eclectic and quaint setting. Whichever restaurant has that saying, "when you're here your family", needs to give it up for this place. I've been really enjoying two new cocktails on their menu. The "by the horns" and the "cool runnings". Both are on the more herbaceous and savory side rather than sweet, which is how I prefer my drinks. Definitely give at least one of them a try, especially if you enjoy Mezcal! This is my first time ordering the Di Stefano salad and I gotta say that it's a great side item to pair with one of their pizzas. The fried goat cheese ball is rich and savory and it pairs well with the light and acidic vinaigrette. The pickled onions on top add a bit more crunch and acidity, and the beets on the side are not overly done and still have a bit of bite to them. The San Vito pizza is fairly straightforward but the crust is what elevates this pie to perfection. Always perfectly baked, great chew, just the right amount of char on the bottom for some smokiness, and the toppings are evenly distributed upon it with care. We had the pleasure of being helped my Mata who showed us great hospitality. You can tell that he really enjoys his job and he's a real hospitality professional. We hope to have him help us the next time we're in. Cheers!

Fun, lively spot in the heart of downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. I definitely recommend making a reservation here as it's a staple of the area and draws a large crowd. Something to keep in mind that we noticed was that when things get busy, the service and food may slow down a bit but don't worry the taste makes up for it! We loved seeing all the family photos throughout the restaurant. It gives it an extra personal touch.

This place was quaint and small but they were able to accommodate our party of 8. Service was good, they came by regularly to refill our water and checked on us. The food was delicious. I had the crab ravioli and it was stuffed with crabmeat. The pizza we ordered as an appetizer was thin and crisp with great flavoring. Another good restaurant to add to my list.

Little Napoli is a pretty nice Italian spot in Carmel. The service is pretty solid, the food is good, and the setting is quite nice. One thing I'd definitely recommend is to get a reservation, though. Me and my girlfriend were able to get a seat, but only at the open bar, after waiting for some people to leave. It was a bit stressful, but it was still nice to grab a bite to eat here.

This spot was everything we were craving! We had some really good Italian food in Carmel as well as really bad, so when we passed by here and decided to stop in, I was hesitant, but it ended up being great. I wouldn't come out of my way, but I would revisit if I'm in Carmel again. Got the rigatoni with sausage and it was soooo cheesy and satisfying. The other pastas I tried were quite good too. Their spaghetti pasta tasted freshly made as well.

I absolutely loved the food at this restaurant. My friend and I split the Diavola pizza with added truffle oil and the Brown butter and sage ravioli -- both were amazing dishes. We also got the parmesan and truffle fries, which came with two dipping sauces. We did come here for a birthday dinner, and at the two hour mark, the waitresses were rushing us. The lighting is a bit little dark, but it is a nice, homey vibe.